El Sapo Social Club in Silver Spring

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We got a lead on this Cuban place from a Miami friend. It had some weak spots, but the ceviche

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was the best I’vehad in the DC metro area, and the Cuban sandwich
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was very good, also the best I’ve had in DC. Let’s take a closer look at the pork

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That’s a nice remoulade that was great on the fries.

The flan also was top notch

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It’s well worth a visit. More detail on my blog.

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Here is an interesting article about the chef, Raymond Mendizabal. His other restaurant, Urban Butcher, was a bit pricey and closed.

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Thanks!