Ranting about Hook, part 2 of many

After my less than stellar experience at Hook yesterday, I ended up at Hook’s little sister restaurant, Tackle Box, for a snack after a movie. Tackle Box is not on the Washingtonian list, but it should be. And if it doesn’t end up on the 100 Cheapest Eats list this year, I will stage my very own Code Pink protest complete with feather boas and placards right outside the Washingtonian office. In my opinion, Tackle Box is the cool little brother who smokes, is in a band and has a really hot girlfriend to Hook’s older, nerdier, I-banker brother. Hook likes to talk about the top notes in the wine, while Tackle Box first tried Leffe Blonde during a summer backpacking through Europe. Every time I go to Tackle Box I get the Maine Meal-$13 for a big piece of grilled or fried fish (or shellfish), two sides and a sauce. Its the best deal in town. And if you would like to order a side OF ANOTHER FISH, its only $7 more. And those sweet potato fries that I liked at Hook? They tasted even better in a red mesh basket at Tackle Box. So so long Hook, I totally want to make out with your little brother.