2120 P St, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending the photos. A couple weeks ago we learned that Crios Modern Mexican would be coming into the former Vento space at 2120 P St, NW from the owners of Scion, located next door. They open on Monday July 30th:
Restaurants
Photo by PoPville flickr user pablo.raw
From a press release:
BOURBON STEAK welcomes pig lovers to “Porc Out,” the third annual pig roast hosted on the restaurant’s patio [2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW] on Sunday, August 19, 2012 from 12 – 3 PM.
Priced at $50 for food, $60 for food and drink and $40 for children 12 and under, inclusive of tax and gratuity, guests at this year’s event will enjoy a whole roasted pig from Leaping Waters Farm, as well as a slew of sides made by Executive Chef Adam Sobel.
On the menu are pig-centric attractions, such as slow-roasted pork shoulder tacos, assorted pork sausages from Red Apron and crispy Thai style pork ribs. Other dishes include grilled corn on the cob with lime butter, baked beans, jalapeno-cheddar cornbread, seasonal salads, slaw and back by popular request, an oyster bar courtesy the War Shore Oyster Company.
The feast doesn’t end there. Guests will also enjoy a dessert table stacked with goodies such as housemade soft serve sundaes, warm “everything” cookies and spiked watermelon.
BOURBON STEAK is partnering with Port City brewing company to provide guests with the perfect Porc Out thirst quenchers. In addition to local Port City brews, such as Optimal Wit and Monumental IPA, the restaurant will also offer a selection of wines and non-alcoholic cocktails included in the price. For guests seeking alternate drink options, there will be a cash bar available for the duration of the event.
To purchase tickets to Pork Out, please visit the website.
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From an email:
Farmers Fishers Bakers is debuting this fall with design by our client, GrizForm Design Architects.
Griz Dwight, principal of the design firm, was inspired by an urban farmhouse for the restaurant’s design. Here are a few key design elements:
Art in the bar area will include sculptural farm animals and gardening tools used as a seasonal display to garner the farmhouse theme
Bar design details include flooring inspired by field grids seen from an airplane above and brown lighting that will bring a sunset feeling indoors
The Nautical-inspired back dining area offers pod-like booths that are intimate and can seat four-to-six diners
A series of dioramas will be found throughout the space with miniature versions of a farm setting
Communal tables that seat about 10 will sit above whitewashed wood flooring in the Pantry area
Alongside the tables (also in the Pantry) will be barrels and shelving with items that the restaurant pickled, grew, and made so that diners can enjoy the freshest ingredients
The events at Cafe Mozart sounds like it could be awesome:
“Tuesday, Wednesday & Sunday 6pm – 9pm
SYLVIA on the Accordion. German Folk and Beer Drinking Songs.”
Anyone ever check SYLVIA or the others out? I think I may have found the location for the next PoPville happy hour in August…
Cafe Mozart is located at 1331 H Street, NW. We judged them back in May 2009.
1331 H Street, NW
El Floridano Food Truck at 3301 Georgia Ave, NW
Mothership will be moving into the former Brown’s Caribbean Bakery at 3301 Georgia Ave, NW.
From kickstarter:
Mothership will be a restaurant and bakery in what was formerly a carry-out space on Georgia Avenue. With community tables, weekend brunch and family-friendly BBQs, we hope Mothership will be a community cornerstone and meeting place. Chef/Owner Stephan Boillon will offer delicious baked goods & pastries, gourmet pizzas, small plates and seasonal tasting menus, designed to showcase great ingredients.
By preparing farm-to-table, seasonal ingredients, sustainable seafood, and pastured meats, we will provide good wholesome food to upper Georgia Avenue in an inviting neighborhood space. Our goal is to give our patrons tasty and unique food options, whether they are eating a vegan, vegetarian, pescaterian or omnivorous diet.
With funds raised on Kickstarter, Mothership will
Create handcrafted, custom bar & dining tables using reclaimed materials
Design and build ADA accessible bathrooms using reclaimed fixtures
Install a 10 ton Energy Efficient HVAC system
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1117 V Street, NW
On top of the great news that Tacos El Chilango is opening up Aug. 5th at 1119 V Street, NW – comes news that next door neighbor Izakaya Seki is opening up this Sunday, July 29th! We took a sneak peek at the space last week.
Mackerel
I was also fortunate enough to get a sneak peek and taste of some of the food and it does not disappoint – this is the read deal. For those that missed it last week you can see their menu here and drinks menu here.
Sake and a vegetable dish
Fried shrimp
Garlic rice
The real deal:
11th and Park Rd, NW
I’m digging the look of the new communal table at Red Rocks in Columbia Heights:
Besides the look – what do you think about the functionality of communal tables? Any fans? Can you think of other restaurants/bars around town that use communal tables?
1119 V Street, NW
We first heard some scuttlebutt back in April of a taco place coming to the former Italiano Cafe at 1119 V St, NW. And in June we learned that the taco place would be Tacos El Chilango. I ran into the owner last night and I’m happy to share the news that they will be opening August 5th!
2641 Connecticut Ave, NW
Holy cow this renovation is no joke. The Lebanese Taverna in Woodley Park is completely gutted:
I’m looking forward to seeing how it turns out when the reopen in the early Fall. You can see their menu here. Here’s a rendering of the new space:
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413 8th St, SE
Back in May a reader sent in a photo noting the progress of the Chipotle coming to Barracks Row on Capitol Hill. I just got word from the folks at Chipotle that they are aiming for an August 7th 13th opening.
Barracks Row