After weeks of teasing, the participants in the next restaurant week have finally been announced. And the list is good — though DCist noticed a few disappointments. We were hoping to dine at Corduroy, Firefly, or maybe even Belga Cafe, but none of those restaurants made the list. There are, however, some great alternatives. The trinity of Ten Penh, DC Coast, and Ceiba are all participating, as are Charlie Palmer Steak, Zola, and over a hundred more restaurants in D.C. and Northern Virginia. Reserve a table now — as the restaurants are sure to fill up quickly. And whatever you do, please note whether or not you’re dining at a participating restaurant. eGullet poster “Mark Sommelier” recounts the following horror story:

Last year a table of 4 came in, rang up a check over $500 and then wanted to argue when the check came that they should pay $30.04 for dinner. Showing them the list of participating restaurants that DID NOT include ours didn’t help. This has happened every year since RW started.

Wow. Total party foul.