Oh, Arlington

I'm at a loss of words on how silly this photo makes Clarendon look. Fireworks Pizza uploaded this photo yesterday to their Facebook page, which shows four ACPD officers on segways talking to the driver of a Trolley Pub foot powered bar. This is the first time I've seen Arlington police on segways surprisingly. All we need is someone in the background in a popped collar eating cupcakes and doing Crossfit to complete every Arlington stereotype!

Fireworks Pizza in Courthouse

Fireworks Pizza just opened last week down the street in Courthouse to much fanfare and anticipation. The large restaurant on Clarendon Blvd and N. Adams St. offers an air eating area, bar with TV, and a surprising amount of outdoor seating. There is also an interesting looking outdoor fireplace that is available to eat around, but they have not lit it yet. I highly recommend dining outside if the weather permits.

Their staples are obvious, with good beer and pizza selections, although the spinach dip appetizer was delicious. Their beer choices were my favorite part, and they came in nice branded glasses as well. The pizza was good but honestly can't compete with Pupatella on Wilson.

I'm very happy that Fireworks opened in this section of town, as it will help out the nightlife in this border region between Clarendon and Courthouse. There was plenty of foot traffic around Clarendon Blvd during the day, which also makes it a great people watching venue.

Top Ten Arlington Condos For Fireworks

This year's 4th of July holiday was accompanied by a absolutely beautiful weather and clear skies. The Mall was packed as usual, but there was plenty of other places to view the festivities without the massive crowds.

Arlington Condo blog has listed 1o good highrises to view the DC fireworks:

1. Prospect House
2. Waterview
3. Turnberry Tower
4. The Odyssey
5. Woodbury Hts.
6. The Representative
7. Clarendon1021
8. Liberty Center
9. The Bella Vista
10. The Eclipse

I've heard that the view this year from The Odyssey was outstanding. Also, I imagine 1021's roof deck would also provide a great panoramic view from Arlington.