photo by Abby
ddb asked: “please ask your followers where I can find the best espresso martini”
The early replies:
“Nina May, near Logan Circle” (more…)
Bars
4622 14th Street, NW at Crittenden
From the Bull Bar & Grill (planning on opening by the end of this month):
“Giving the community a place to feel at home continues to be tradition to the Cruz family lead by Maria who started her entrepreneurial journey in 1980’s NW Washington DC on 14th street in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood. Opening “Tienda La Union” then soon “Salon de Belleza”, Maria’s businesses did more than provide needed services; it was also representation for a community migrating to the district from Central-America, especially from her home of El Salvador. Years later, blessed by her success, “La Libertad” a restaurant and bar she added to her catalog of business ventures cemented her commitment to the area as a place where local businesses can thrive and prosper. (more…)
300 Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to RB for sending: “Uncaged Chefs in Capitol heights is opening a second location at the old anxo space on Florida ave. Interior space looks nice but no sign yet” (more…)
25 Potomac Ave, SE
Shea sent the photo above and wrote: “Anyone know what’s going on with Bardo?”
Kate writes: “This article got posted to Eater DC stating that Bardo is apparently now gone. I’ve checked their website and socials and none have been updated since at least October of 2021. Are they going to reopen somewhere new? Any scuttlebutt from the community?”
Bardo was in its 4th incarnation. (more…)
5247 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Update on the old Chatter/Chadwicks/Chad’s space from a liquor license placard for a new spot called Alley Cat: (more…)
1220 H Street, NE, previously Dynamix Lounge/Truth
A new liquor license placard for Ocean Lounge on H Street, NE says:
“Applicant requests to expand the existing licensed premises to include the first and second floors in addition to the basement. (more…)
5th and Kennedy Street, NW
Back in May folks were wondering if this was still happening. Thanks to ANC rep Zach Israel for sharing a brief but positive update: “Looks like a new bar called “Shellfish” is planning to finally open up later this year at 443 Kennedy Street NW” (more…)
3400 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to Sean for sharing: “Hook Hall update: they are installing a retractable roof.”
Stay tuned.
1819 14th Street, NW previously home to El Centro
Ed. Note: See the menu here
From a press release:
“SALAZAR, the latest from Reed Landry and Fritz Brogan’s Mission Group, will hold a soft opening Friday and Saturday from 8 pm until 3 am. The three-level bar and restaurant will be open Thursday through Saturday for the next two weekends, going to full-service hours after that with weekend brunch commencing in February. (more…)
867 New Jersey Ave, SE
“Dear PoPville,
A new rooftop restaurant is opening across from Whole Foods at the top of Navy Yard next to 395. It will be a part of the AC Marriott opening in February. (more…)