Marcel’s is located at 2401 Pennsylvania Ave, NW. Anyone ever do the seven course meal? Any must order dishes? For those who have eaten at both do you prefer Marcel’s or their other restaurant, Basserie Beck (1101 K St, NW)?
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Photo courtesy of Mike Wilkinson
Whenever I walk into Pete’s in Columbia Heights, no matter the time, I see folks focused on the food rather than their dining companions. I think this is a good indication that the pizza is pretty tasty. So it is no surprise that pizza this good can’t be contained to one neighborhood. From a press release:
“ Pete’s New Haven Style Apizza is pleased to announce the opening of its 3,400-square-foot store at 4940 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, between the Tenleytown and Friendship Heights neighborhoods of northwest DC on Wednesday June 16.
All of Pete’s made-to-order dishes – from pizza and fresh pasta to salads and desserts – are made with natural and locally sourced ingredients. Beef and pork are sourced in whole cuts from a co-op of regional livestock producers, and ground in-house daily to make the ground beef and sausage. All meat, including chicken, comes from naturally raised animals. Dairy products are from local farms from Frederick, MD, to Lancaster, PA. Some in-season produce is sourced from area farmers’ markets.
The new restaurant seats approximately 100 customers, features a separate area for take-out and delivery orders, and includes additional outdoor seating on a large corner terrace from spring to late fall. Like the first location, the new Pete’s will also offer Italian wines, American craft beers, all-natural soft drinks from Boylan Bottling Co., natural fruit juices, and bottled water.”
Photo courtesy of Mike Wilkinson
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“Dear PoP,
I just stopped into the Pink Snapper for a pre-opening celebration at 826 Shepherd St NW, and had some delicious Jamaican food including ox tail, curried goat, rice, beans, the works. I talked with the co-owner and she said that they’re having their grand opening next Saturday, June 19th starting with lunch at noon.”
It’s been a long time coming, can’t wait to try them out!
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Photo of Vidalia’s bar by flickr user Neeta Lind
“Dear PoP,
I was at an event with chef RJ Cooper, who just left Vidalia two days ago (http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2010/06/09/chef-r-j-cooper-leaves-vidalia/). He said that he’s opening his own restaurant, Pigtails, and that he’s 90% sure it will go into the 14th Street strip. I suggested he look into the vacant 100% Mexico spot that was supposed to be Barton Seaver’s Diamond District Seafood. He said that he had looked there, but that the spot will become a fast food restaurant. He didn’t get more specific about what type of fast food.”
1612 14th St, NW to become a fast food restaurant? I’m still waiting for news of the triumphant return of 100% Mexico to this spot.
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“Dear PoP,
My fiance and I just moved to the area, after living in Logan Circle for 5 years. We’re very happy about the change! There seem to be a ton of Latino restaurants within a block or so of us, so I’m a bit overwhelmed with where to start. Some seem a little unsafe even? Rinconcito on 11th was our go-to spot in Logan, and we’ve tried Rinconcito II further down in CH, but it just wasn’t quite the same. Anything around 14th and Spring worth trying?”
I generally consider TDF (pictured above) located at 3463 14th St, NW to be one of the best in town. Robyn liked La Molienda at 3568 14th St, NW. Which are your favorites? Any to be avoided?
We looked at other favorite Latino restaurants here.
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Tom Siestsma shares the big scoop:
The local Whisk Group and Abdo Development have partnered to bring a two-course Italian menu to Logan Circle. Italian Shirt Laundry, named for the long-ago business it replaces at 1601 14th St. NW, will be a combination pizzeria and bakery; the slightly more upscale Italian Cinema, expected to replace Abdo’s current office at 1404 14th St., NW, will serve pasta, charcuterie and, as the title suggests, Italian films screened against a wall on the restaurant’s roof.
As an admitted lover of Italian restaurants, I’m super psyched by this news.
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51st State is located at 2512 L St, NW. How are the wings and burgers? Is this another good spot to catch the World Cup (especially if you work nearby)? And, overall, is it worth the journey or just stop by if you’re in the area?
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Old Firehouse located at 1626 North Capitol Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sharing the following info from a neighborhood message board titled Firehouse News from Brian Brown: “Signed the lease with the restaurant/lounge operator for the firehouse” :
“The firehouse restaurant is moving forward… We also are working with three other operators who wish to open restaurants and/or pubs along North Capitol Street. Two of them have already identified sites and are negotiating the terms of the leases with the landlord.”
Potentially exciting news for Bloomingdale. North Capitol seems like more of a commercial district than 1st Street, NW so do you think it will be easier for new restaurants to get alcohol licenses here or will they face some of the same obstacles that Big Bear Cafe has faced over its alcohol application?
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I think the Bojangles was mentioned in a Random Reader Rant and/or Revel comment last week but when I did a quick tour I also noticed that a Chipotle was coming to the first floor (not the food court like Bojangles).
In ‘Going’ news I have a question – did Vacaro’s leave or move? When I went to their spot (got to take advantage of canolis when I have the chance) it was closed. Anyone know if that is temporary or have they left Union Station?
And finally do you think anything will ever go into the old movie theater space?
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Napa 1015, located at 1015 H St, NE, had very mixed reviews when we judged them in Sept. ’09 and subsequently closed. I’m hearing some very exciting scuttlebutt. And at least part of it is true because Frozen Tropics along with @HStreetDC have referenced a new restaurant, Atlas Room, will opening up in this spot. So what can I add? I’m hearing that a former chef from Citronelle will be working at the new place. Very cool if true.
And with less confidence I share a bit of scuttlebutt about the uber popular Sticky Rice located at 1224 H St, NE, I’m hearing that they’ll be expanding. Again I haven’t confirmed this but heard from a pretty reliable source. I’m hearing that they’ve acquired a neighboring property, perhaps the red brick townhouse to the left? I’ll be sure to update if either of these rumors turn out to be true.