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Tom Sietsema Bids Farewell, Reveals D.C.'s Top 40 Restaurants

10/10/2025

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Tom Sietsema, Washington Post food critic, announced his departure after 26 years and revealed his identity.
He published his final list of the 40 best restaurants in the D.C. region.
Notable mentions include Alma Cocina Latina in Baltimore and Ada's on the River in Alexandria.
Sietsema's reviews were praised for fairness and insight.
His legacy is expected to influence the culinary landscape of the region.

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Story summary

Tom Sietsema, Washington Post food critic, announced his departure after 26 years and revealed his identity.
He published his final list of the 40 best restaurants in the D.C. region.
Notable mentions include Alma Cocina Latina in Baltimore and Ada's on the River in Alexandria.
Sietsema's reviews were praised for fairness and insight.
His legacy is expected to influence the culinary landscape of the region.