Bistro Bis is located in the Hotel George at 15 E St, NW. You can see their menus here. Any fans? Any must order items?
This comes from the same owners behind Vidalia.
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Restaurants
From a press release:
“Ripple is pleased to announce the appointment of Alison Reed as pastry chef of the 120-seat modern American Cleveland Park restaurant. Reed, who served as pastry chef at Cafe St. Ex for four years, will assume her new position on January 1, 2012.
“Alison is an exceptionally talented pastry chef, and we are thrilled to have her join our team,” said owner Roger Marmet. “Her desserts not only compliment Chef Logan Cox’s inventive culinary style, but they also showcase the same dedication to house-made products and grower connections that Cox demonstrates in his savory fare.”
Reed’s appointment will allow the restaurant to significantly expand and evolve its offerings. In addition to providing a greater selection of seasonal dessert options on a nightly basis, Reed will be responsible for all bread and ice cream production, both of which will come in handy when Ripple opens its retail market in the first quarter of 2012.
“Alison and I share a similar passion for supporting our local farm community and her appointment brings us to our goal of offering guests a broad, full selection of desserts and breads made exclusively in-house using local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients,” said Cox.
Prior to Reed’s tenure at Cafe St. Ex, she served as a pastry cook at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington, DC, where she assisted with development and creation of all pastries for the 400 room luxury hotel, Cafe Mozu, the Empress Lounge, and in-room dining. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Reed dedicates a large portion of her time to charity and volunteer work, teaching Ross Elementary School students healthy eating habits, and participating in numerous fundraising events, including the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance’s annual “Women Chefs Turn up the Heat” event, and Share Our Strength’s “Taste of the Nation” event.
Ripple is located at 3417 Connecticut Avenue, NW”
Sundevich opened up in July ’11 in the alley off 9th Street behind 1314 9th St, NW. So far the buzz I’ve been hearing is terrific. You can see their menu here. So I’m wondering two things – how are the sandwiches, of course and any specific recs plus – how do they compare to the sandwiches of Fast Gourmet?
“Dear PoP,
I wanted to post a question to your readers on what the neighborhood would like to see open a Bistro Wine Bar or a Tavern. I am in the process of signing a lease in the Shaw Neighborhood and wanted a feedback from the community and will go with what gets the most votes either a Wine Bar or a Tavern.”
See proposed menus for Bin 1800 and Market Tavern after the jump. (more…)
Back in Sept. ’11 we learned that St. Arnold’s was opening a 2nd location in the old Sabores space next to Dino at at 3435B Connecticut Ave, NW. At the time the owners hoped to open the spot in Nov. Hopefully the new signage is a good indication that they’re getting close now.
Photo by PoPville flickr user philliefan99
“Dear PoPville,
My parents are coming into town and I’m looking for a good restaurant that will be open on Christmas Day that is both a) price “reasonable” (in the >$75 range, but willing to go up for a special experience/meal), b) vegetarian friendly and c) good. Any suggestions?
Thanks a million!”
Back in mid-Oct. ’11 we learned that Slaviya was going to become ‘A Taste of New Orleans’ at 2424 18th St., NW. I noticed that the Taste of New Orleans sign had already come down this weekend. Turns out the lease negotiations fell through and Slaviya is back up and running.
I guess I needn’t have worried for New Orleans Cafe down the block.
Maybe Cities would be interested in another shot at the space…?
Toscana Cafe is located at 601 2nd St. NE. Their Web site says:
“Delicious and satisfying, the cuisine at Toscana Café under Chef Catalani offers home-style Italian meals with a gourmet touch. From our fresh pasta and breads, which are made daily, to our lush greens and vegetables, our menus at Toscana Café have something for you.”
You can see their menus here. Any fans?
Incidentally these are the same folks who are opening up a market in Dupont Circle in the old Pleasure Place space at 1710 Connecticut Ave. NW.
Boloco is coming to 1028 19th St, NW between K and L Streets. Looks like they have a ton of locations in the Boston/New England area. Their Web site says:
“Food is what we do. It is what we stand behind. It is what defines us. We strive to provide our customers with the unexpected. To surprise the palate with every bite. Every ingredient has a purpose, a meaning and, when combined, results in bold and addictive flavors that can only be described as “inspired”. It’s about choice… a true variety of options that matter so that at the end of the day, we satisfy stomachs of all colors, shapes, and sizes. It is what makes us different. Not every option is for every body. We know that. Keep exploring. Your vice is on our menu, unless you don’t like food. But you do. This is good food to the core. Enjoy.”
You can see their menu here or in PDF below:
Anyone ever try their burritos up in New England?
Back in August ’11 we learned that Cafe Eagle (previously Vegetate) had become a Mexican restaurant at 1414 9th St, NW. I figure it’s time for a proper judging. Any fans? Any must order items? How are the prices?