Author: Prince Of Petworth

What’s the Word on Xelaju G&M inside the Cuban Espresso spot on 14th?

By Prince Of Petworth


2750 14th Street, NW

Anyone try out Xelaju G&M inside Cuban Espresso? Looks promising: “Tacos, Burritos, sandwiches, quesadillas, tortas, burgers, wings and more.”


2750 14th Street, NW

“At Xelaju’s Bakery and Restaurant, we bring the rich flavors of Guatemala to Washington, DC. From traditional Guatemalan dishes to our freshly baked pastries, every item is crafted with care and passion. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or a sweet treat, Xelaju’s is your destination for authentic tastes and warm hospitality.”

Are they still serving coffee/Cuban too?

Casita de Bebidas – Mexican Cocktail Pop-Up – Now Open on H Street, NE!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1251 H Street, NE upstairs

From Casita de Bebidas, “a Mexican-inspired cocktail experience built around cultura, comunidad, and hospitality”:

“Open through March, Casita de Bebidas transforms the upstairs space at 1251 H St NE into an intimate “little house of big flavor,” celebrating Mexican tradition through craft cocktails, storytelling, and community gathering. It’s a limited-time pop-up highlighting local talent and Latin culture in DC’s food and nightlife scene.” (more…)

Uh Oh, Sounds Like El Camino Closed, again, in Bloomingdale. Reopening Again in a few weeks?

By Prince Of Petworth


108 Rhode Island Ave, NW near Boundary Stone

Update from BloomingdaleResident:

“Someone told me over the phone yesterday that they’re under new management and reopening in 1-2 weeks with the same staff and menu.”

Note: El Camino’s original owners opened up here back in October 2014.  El Camino closed back in September 2018. The new owners reopened El Camino here back in 2019.

Thanks to Bloomingdale resident, Ryan, for sharing the latest sad news about El Camino closing:

“Our family is truly heartbroken. My daughters are crushed. Marvin and the team always made us feel like family, we’re gonna miss them so very much. 😪. I hope whoever comes in after just does exactly what they were doing!”

Happier days: (more…)

Malabar “modern Indian fare” opened in the Rosedale space in Van Ness/Forest Hills

By Prince Of Petworth


4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Back in December we learned Malabar was coming to the relatively new Rosedale space on Connecticut Ave across the street from Bread Furst. They’ve now opened.

“Our Vision

To bridge cultures through the universal language of cuisine using traditional techniques, quality ingredients, and uncharted fusions.

James Beard award winning chef, Vikram Sunderam, and his Rasika chefs have designed the menu, with a focus on freshly ground spices and seasonal ingredients at its core, and which can be paired with curated wines, craft cocktails, and beers.” (more…)

Harris Teeter finally terminates agreement for Hill East location. What would you like to see take over the space?

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by John M

Thanks to Mike for passing on from Harris Teeter’s Customer relations:

“I wanted to let you know that we now have a fully executed termination agreement for this location.”

Harris Teeter at Jenkins Row closed in 2021. The 45,000 sq ft store opened in 2008.

Stay tuned for updates when we learn what becomes of the space at 1350 Potomac Ave SE.

Today* in Hawks*** around Town – Brookland!

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Mike for sending: “Saw this juvenile Cooper’s Hawk in a tree outside my bedroom window in Brookland. I don’t usually see hawks in our yard, so this was pretty exciting!”

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Victoria Pickering

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Random Reader Rant and/or Revel – MLK Day

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