Bangkok 54

I had lunch yesterday at Bangkok 54, a great Thai place right down the street from my house. My sister had seen a review of it in the Washington Post a while back and we were quite please to find out that it was so close. Tom Sietsema gave it 3 out of 4 stars. It was also mentioned in the Washingtonian's "Best Bites" back in September of last year. I really liked the stylish elegant decor and the prices aren't bad either. Their lunch specials (dish and iced tea) are only $5.95 and adding a spring roll or green salad only costs an extra $0.99. I got the Pad Thai, which I thoroughly enjoyed even though Tom Sietsema didn't like it. They also have happy hour every weekday from 5 pm to 7 pm, where you get appetizers for $1.95. There is however a two drink minimum, and while they don't list the prices for those, the drinks do sound very yummy and intriguing. It is located right down the block from the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse, so it would be a great place to go before you catch a movie. I highly recommend it if you are in the area.