I’ve been meaning to share this little tidbit from @HStreetDC on twitter:
“Belly dancing coming to #HStDC!!! Souk’s owner converting upstairs to lounge with entertainment, food, and good drinks for your pleasure.”
Awesome. Souk is located at 1208 H St, NE. You can see their menu here.
The Washington Post’s Jonathan O’Connell continues to share tons of great scoops. Yesterday he told us about the Nike Store taking over the Barnes & Nobles space in Georgetown. And I forgot to share his big retail news for Chinatown:
“One of the most visible strips of vacant storefronts in the District — beside the Chinese Friendship arch in Chinatown — will become a YO! Sushi restaurant, Walgreens pharmacy and Panera Bread bakery and restaurant.”
You think YO! Sushi, Panera and a Walgreens will do well at 7th and H St, NW?
Dear PoPville,
Do you what is going on in the room above El Rinconcito II at 1326 Park Rd, NW? I live a few blocks away and I’ve recently noticed that you can see tables in the window on the first floor above the restaurant now At first I thought El Rinconcito II had expanded its seating area, but this morning there was a light on and a lit-up “Open” sign in the first floor window while El Rinconcito was shuttered up.
I’m happy to say that it is an expanding seating area for El Rinconcito II.
Looks like the arrival of Boxcar Tavern at 224 7th St, SE by Eastern Market has sparked a Bloody Mary battle with neighbor Tunnicliffs. Any volunteers to do a taste test?
This is awesome. The folks from Chez Billy’s coming to 3815 Georgia Ave, NW in Petworth are having a pop up meal at the Montserrat House in Shaw on Fri. Jan. 20th. They would like to offer locals a preview of the menu for the coming soon to Petworth spot. And of course they’d like your feedback so they are offering a 3 course meal including wine pairings of French Bordeaux for each course for $55:
Aperetif maison
Charcuterie- Pate maison with prunes, jambon de canard, homemade cornichons
Saucisson Merguez- Lamb sausage with braised white beans, harissa, and winter greens
Daube de Boeuf- Red wine braised beef cheeks with orange, picholine olive, and roasted carrots
There will be one seating at 7pm and one seating at 9pm. Sign up for the preview here. Seating is very limited and will go fast.
Montserrat House
2016 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20001
Friday, January 20th, 2012
It’s not scuttlebutt for H St, NE. Yesterday, H Street Great Street shared the good word that The Daily Rider will be coming to 1108 H St, NE in the Spring.
The scuttlebutt goes to the possibility of a bike shop in the DCUSA mall in Columbia Heights. Ever since the Elwood Thompson’s debacle, it’s been tough to find out scuttlebutt for new tenants looking into the DCUSA mall on 14th St, NW between Irving and Park Rd. Thanks to a reader for sharing some promising leads they heard.
In addition to a bike shop, they hear a Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is looking as well as a DSW (which we’ve previously spoken about here.)
You like the idea of a Lime Fresh and/or a Bike shop coming to DCUSA in Columbia Heights?
Photo of DCUSA by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC
Dear PoPville,
I was wondering if you knew anything about the new eatery that looks like it is ready to open on 14th (and Perry) Sherril’s Fish House or something like that. It has curtains up and looks like it is ready, but ready for what? Would be nice to have a good fish place in the neighborhood.
I’ve been keeping my eye on 3566 14th St, NW but haven’t seen much progress lately. A search reveals a Sherril’s Seafood House on Facebook from New Market, VA but they are unrelated. Anyone hear any scuttlebutt about this spot? Is the sign new? I’ll be sure to post more info as it becomes available.
Cafe Carvy will be located in the former Spice Indian Bistro space (next to Rice Bar) at 1020 19th St, NW (just north of K St.) Sounds like it could be a good lunch option for those that work downtown.
Thanks to all who wrote in that Sushi Para has opened up in the former Taco Bell/KFC space at 4221 Connecticut Ave, NW. They’ve also just applied for a liquor license. We’ll revisit for a proper judging after they’ve been open for a bit.
From an email:
EXPERIENCE THE NEW
LATIN LOUNGE AT ZENGODJ SERIES
Fri-Sat Nights | 7:30PM til late
Latin and Global Lounge Rhythms
Guest DJsHAPPY HOUR
Daily | 5-8PM
$5 Cocktails | $5 Small PlatesHAND SELECTED LATIN SPIRITS
Personal Bottle Storage
Bottle-Shaker Service
Weekly Tastings
ZENGO DC is located at 781 7th St, NW. Their Facebook page says:
Zengo is an artful blend of Latin-Asian styles and flavors. Chef-owner Richard Sandoval, whose accolades include Bon Appétit Restaurateur of the Year and Mexico’s Toque d’Oro, spins regional ingredients into beautifully balanced dishes designed for sharing.
The beverage menu features innovative, hand-muddled cocktails as well as Latin wines, Japanese sakes and over 400 Tequilas. The vibrant décor fuses traditional and contemporary tastes, the perfect setting to savor Zengo’s acclaimed cuisine.
We previously judged Zengo back in July ’09.