The Monocle on Capitol Hill

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Description

The Monocle has long been a favorite spot of Capitol Hill people watchers. The walls are decorated with pictures of some of the political celebrities that have paid their visits. It is not uncommon to see lobbyists and powerful staffers-- and the occasional member-- dining on the seafood or steaks, though most of the smoke-filled room wheeling and dealing takes place in the private rooms upstairs, or on weekends, when the whole restaurant is rented out for fundraisers or private parties.

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At the Monocle, the closest restaurant to the Senate... - Digital City - suggest change
The Valonos family has played host to senators and staff at the Monocle, the restaurant closest to the Senate side of the Capitol, for 40 years - Washingtonian, Thomas Head, 0 August 2001 - suggest change
Since 1960, this old smoothie has been counseling decision-makers both Democrat and Republican in the wisdom of the saying, "An empty stomach is not a good political advisor." - Washington Post DC Visitors Guide, Rob Kunkle - suggest change

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Overall* pick one ***** Incredible. The best restaurant of this kind I have eaten at. **** Outstanding. *** Quite enjoyable. ** Decent. * Poor. Food pick one ***** Incredible. The best food of this kind I have tasted. **** Outstanding. A few details were not exactly to my liking. *** Quite enjoyable. One or two dishes lacked a bit in preparation or flavor. ** Decent. Some of the food was not to my liking, or average. * Poor. All of the food was poorly prepared. I did not enjoy any of it. Service pick one ***** Absolutely seamless. Every last detail was looked after. **** Courteous, prompt and friendly. Minor details could be improved. *** Pleasant. A few problems with service, but still a fine meal. ** Needs help. Inattentive / unhelpful staff made the meal unpleasant. * What service? Rude or ignored me altogether. Complaints were ignored. Ambiance pick one ***** Perfect. Unexpected extra touches delighted me. **** Atmosphere, setting, decor and cleanliness were exceptional; minor flaws. *** A pleasant atmosphere, but nothing unexpected; or there were some problems. ** Poorly done / not to my taste. * Where's the taste police / health inspector when you really need them?

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