11th and Florida Ave, NW
Florida Ave. Grill located at the corner at 11th and Florida Ave, NW (1100 Florida Ave, NW) has launched a delicious sounding new menu. Anyone try it out yet?
Menu after the jump. (more…)
Restaurants
“Good Food Fast” – I can’t wait to see how this turns out. It’s located across the street from the new H Street Farmers Market location at 13th and H St, NE on 13th.
2618 Georgia Ave, NW
Dulcinea Bar and Grill opened at 2618 Georgia Ave, NW back in Feb. 2012. The owners send word that their liquor license has been approved and they’ve launched updated menus. And they’ll be applying for patio seating soon as well.
You can see the new menus after the jump. (more…)
3018 14th St, NW
Thanks to a reader for the heads up on the closure of Eastern Empire Chinese take out located at 3018 14th St, NW (south of Irving.) The folks inside taking down the fixtures didn’t know who would be moving in. First Yum’s and now this…
Were there any fans of Eastern Empire?
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It was fun talking about El Tamarindo’s 30th anniversary yesterday. Lots of folks said they had the best pupusas in town. Since we talk about new restaurants all the time, it got me thinking about what other old school restaurants I’ve forgotten about. Do people still line up for Pasta Mia?
Let’s just say an “old school” restaurant is one that has been around at least 10 years. I feel like restaurant years are like dog years. Dang it, now I miss my beloved Yanni’s… Ok, for today’s FQotD – what is your favorite old school restaurant and are there any must order items on the menu?
1785 Florida Ave, NW
It’s not too often we hear about restaurants celebrating 30 years. I feel like it is even more rare in Adams Morgan. Congratulations to El Tamarindo:
Jose & Betty Reyes were two of the thousand of Salvadorans to arrive in Washington D.C. during the Salvadoran migration in the early 1980’s. Like many immigrants, they came with the vision of accomplishing the American Dream.
In 1982, the inexperienced yet ambitious couple established El Tamarindo Restaurant in Adams Morgan. Through hard work, the expertise and help of amazing friends and employees, and the support of the community, El Tamarindo became a very successful & staple restaurant in the Washington metropolitan area.
Nearly thirty years later, El Tamarindo continues to be a family owned & operated establishment providing “home-style Mexican & Salvadoran Cuisine” to everyone from local workers to politicians and everyone in between.
Our food, drinks, service and ambiance is something everyone can truly enjoy. Join us for a tart margarita, a perfect pupusa and simply a wonderful experience. Bring your family, co-workers, friends or yourself. We kindly invite you to become a part of the El Tamarindo Family!
1117 V St, NW
It’s been a while since we checked in on the new Japanese restaurant, Izakaya Seki, coming to 1117 V St, NW in the former Spotts Barbershop now located at 809 Florida Ave, NW. I met with the owner yesterday to take a look at the progress. Considering this was a barbershop my mind was blown. While it may not look like much from the outside the inside was gutted to the studs and completely rebuilt. On the first floor there is a huge bar and brand new kitchen equipment behind it. There will be room for 10 to sit and eat at this first floor bar:
If you walk upstairs you’ll see an exposed brick wall and eventually seating for 30.
On the menu you’ll find 30-40 items. There will be no sushi but you will find many seafood options – think braised, grilled and roasted fish. In addition to seafood you’ll find some chicken and pork dishes as well as many vegetable dishes. There will also be udon and soba noodles.
For drinks you’ll find one or two beer on tap plus numerous offerings in cans and bottles. While there will be many Japanese beers (I was told every prefecture has its own microbrew) there will also be some from Korea, Taiwan and some good stuff from the States.
If all goes well they are looking to open in early July.
And they are hiring! They are looking for servers, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers. If you know anyone who’d be interested have them email sekidc(at)gmail(dot)com.
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1320 14th St, NW
A couple of weeks ago we learned a bit about The Pig’s menu coming to 1320 14th St, NW in Logan Circle May 14th. I see now that the full menu is posted on the storefront. There was a bit of a glare but I think you can still see:
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Acacia Gourmet has opened at 325 Pennsylvania Ave, SE in the former Wellness Cafe space on Capitol Hill. Coming from the owners of Acacia Bistro & Wine Bar in Van Ness (4340 Connecticut Ave NW) they write on their Facebook page:
“Well all of us here at Acacia Bistro have been very busy with our newest addition. Acacia Gourmet has officially opened. Acacia Gourmet is a “from scratch” deli. We roast our own beef, turkey and chicken to make the best heros, panini’s, salads, burgers, reubens, and sausages. For dessert a hot from the oven Blueberry crumb.”
Looks like a good lunch option.
See full menu after the jump. (more…)
Today’s the day the great 24/Seven moves into the old Love Cafe space at the corner of 15th and U St, NW.
