From a press release:
“New Kitchens On The Block returns to Mess Hall on Sunday, October 20, 2019. The sixth edition of the now-biannual culinary event series offers a onetime-only opportunity to savor signature dishes and drinks from 10 of DC’s most hyped new restaurants by the city’s buzziest, award-winningest chefs – before they open.
NKOTB 6’s participants are: Read More
Thanks to Grant for sending some action at The Dubliner: “They have the windows that fold to the side.” Read More
609 H Street, NW
Good grief, the Chinatown rollercoaster continues though this one seems permanent. Were there any fans of Eat First? Also one of the best named restaurants in D.C. RIP Read More
3801 14th Street, NW
Today’s ‘Let’s Do This’ is a reader request from Claudia. If you have a topic you’d like to the ‘best of’ please send an email to [email protected] Without further ado, where are your favorite pupusa spots around town?
Here are the previous best/let’s do this lists for – Carryouts, best Thai, best liquor stores, best Ramen, best Bars, best Indian and Pakistani, best Italian/Pizza/Deli, best Mexican/Salvadoran/Central/Cuban/Latin, best burgers/fries, best bakery/bagels, best Gyms, best Ethiopian , best Sushi, best bookstores, best movie theaters, best sports bars, best barbers and hair salons, best brunch, favorite clothing stores, favorite place to get oysters best breakfast sandwiches, best Tacos, best Farmers Markets and best dumplings.
from Nando’s Peri Peri in Chinatown
Thanks to Daniel for sending:
“Wasn’t this the big brouhaha last week with the ANC member?”
City Paper reported on Monday:
“A Ward 7 Restaurant Will Stop Charging a ‘Dine-In Tax’ After Pushback”.
That “Dine In” charge was $9.58.
Have others noted an “Eat In” charge anywhere else?
2418 18th Street, NW
Back in July we reported that would be coming to the former #1 Juicy Cajun Seafood space. They suffered a devastating fire back in December 2017. But now Isshin Ramen looks ready to open any day now: Read More
3931 14th Street, NW
JJ Restaurant closed last month. Previously the space was home to the Miriam’s Cafe which closed back in 2017. Read More
From an email:
“Celebrate Logan returns to 14th Street on Saturday, September 14th to highlight the tastes and talents of DC restaurants and retailers. Enjoy a self-guided tasting tour of top spots like B Too, Ghibellina, Compass Rose, Sotto, Pearl Dive, Pappe, and more! Read More
1805 Connecticut Ave NW at Florida Ave, NW
Peyton reports:
“Spotted at the SE corner of Florida and Connecticut- new signage for something called “Assets.” I thought this building had previously been sold. Any clue of what’s coming next? Thanks!” Read More
1424 Park Road, NW
Good news for fans of the awesome Mi Cuba Cafe – they’re expanding! The liquor license placard says:
“Applicant requests to expand to the second floor of the licensed premises, adding 44 additional seats and increasing the Total Occupancy Load from 25 to 72.” Read More
