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Time Out Features Cucina Morini and 2fifty Texas BBQ in “The Best Restaurants in Washington D.C. Right Now”

Monday March 2, 2026

Congratulations to the teams at Cucina Morini and 2fifty Texas BBQ for being included in the February edition of Time Out’s “The Best Restaurants in Washington D.C. Right Now“! Check out excerpts from the reviews below and be sure to stop in soon to see for yourself what all the hype is about:

Cucina Morini
901 4th Street NW  
Why we love it: Delicate yet toothsome house pasta dishes are available in appetizer or entree sizes here, meaning it’s possible to self-curate a noodle tasting that includes everything from Sicilian-style paccheri alla Norma to rigatoni coated in lamb ragù. Crudi so fresh they could swim off the plate deserve a place on your table, too, especially fennel-crusted tuna with shaved celery.When the weekend rolls around, Cucina Morini becomes Caffé Morini, a brunch destination that serves eggs, panini, toasts, and morning cocktails. Informed eaters take advantage of the grab-and-go cappuccino and cornetto deal for $10. The flaky cornetti are hand-filled with either chocolate, vanilla, pistachio, or tiramisu pastry cream.

2fifty Texas BBQ
414 K Street NW 
Why we love it: Given Gonzalez’s Lone Star State roots, it’s no surprise that beef is the marquee protein here. Brisket is available from either Creekstone Farm Prime or Snake River Farms wagyu cattle, but there are few sensations for the meat lover quite like biting into a jiggly foot-long beef rib. Pulled lamb is an unexpected treat, too.

Though basics like mac and cheese are available, skip them in favor of fried plantains accompanied by Salvadoran crema, creamy Mexican corn salad (esquites), and a sweet potato mash that recalls the best Thanksgivings with its torched marshmallow topping. Desserts also vault above the barbecue pack with surprises like dulce de leche panna cotta.

Still not convinced 2fifty Texas BBQ is up to the hype? Maybe this review from TikToker @phatvick will persuade you!