Old Angler’s Inn
10801 MacArthur Blvd - Potomac, MD 20854 – www.oldanglersinn.com
301-299-9097
Almost everyone in this town will agree that Old Angler’s Inn is one of the most intimate dining establishments in the area. Whether you head there in the wintery months or in the warmer months, you will have your choice of dining indoors with the crackling of the fireplace to keep you company or outside along the C&O canal under a leafy canopy. The atmosphere alone is worth the drive up MacArthur Blvd. but luckily for us you don’t have to compromise on the food either. There are a variety of dishes that are worth trying out. From the caramel-braised beef short-ribs with horseradish mashed potatoes to the pistachio encrusted Chilean sea bass, the flavors are innovatively done and the sauces are rich. For starters we would recommend the seared sea scallops with caramelized turnips and aged balsamic vinegar. If you’re having some trouble choosing from the ever changing menu, the chef will put together a tasting menu for the table. This is an option that really should be available at more places around town and is a wonderful escape for those of us that are terrible at making decisions. For desert check out the Brioche Bread Pudding with Tropical Fruit Compote & Caramel Sauce, it is definitely worth a try.
Old Angler’s Inn: History. Food. Fireplace. Shaded Tables. You really can’t go wrong.
Price: $$$