1010 Massachusetts Ave, NW entrance on 11th Street
Thanks to N. for sending: “The Peach Cobbler Factory opened on 11th Street NW in the former Subway space.” (more…)
Restaurants
804 V Street, NW
Over the weekend we noted that Andy’s Pizza had soft opened in the former Hazel space. And now we know what’s coming next door. Thanks to Andrew for sending “a restaurant called MITA coming to the old Declaration space.”
2009 18th Street, NW at California Street, NW
From an email:
“Alfresco Tap & Grill, a rustic, modern, new build restaurant, is opening April 20 in the vibrant Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Alfresco is a true rag to riches story and comes from the team behind the popular concepts, Cactus Cantina & Lauriol Plaza. It has been designed to be a part of its neighborhood and appeal to everyone as a place to gather, relax and dine among friends.”
Check out the Menu (PDF)
And more photos inside: (more…)
808 V Street, NW previously home to Hazel
Thanks to A. for sending: “Looks like the new Andy’s has a full bar.” (more…)
301 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Thanks to Mary for sending for sending the latest from the Pupatella coming to Capitol Hill: Painted and “And someone’s working today!!” (more…)
“The Square is a chef-driven food market destination where cuisine, culture and community are woven together. Spearheaded by Richie Brandenburg and Rubén Garcia, The Square is slated to open in June 2023 within International Square – a 1.1 million square-foot complex occupying nearly a full city block in the heart of Washington, D.C.”
From an email:
“We’re excited to officially announce the roster of chefs and concepts that will soon be coming to The Square.
Located downtown at 1875 I St NW, The Square is a chef-driven food market destination where cuisine, culture and community are woven together. Spearheaded by Richie Brandenburg and Rubén Garcia, The Square is slated to open in June 2023 within International Square – a 1.1 million square-foot complex occupying nearly a full city block in the heart of Washington, D.C.
Please find the full list of concepts below:
Cashion’s Rendezvous [Ann Cashion, John Fulchino] – Oysters, crab cakes, and strong drinks. The Eat Place and Half Shell legacy lives on in Ann Cashion and John Fulchino’s latest venture.
Mahal Afro-Filipino BBQ [Jerome Grant] – Jerome Grant, the famed chef behind the Smithsonian’s Sweet Home Café, highlights the flavors of his heritage along with a rotating counter experience at his new spot for Filipino BBQ, bites, and cocktails.
Flora Pizzeria (more…)
Thanks to Laura for sending: “Sad to report that Aloha Poke’s manager told me [Wednesday] was the final day for their Union Station location (their Dupont location will live on). The reason for the closing had to do with rent payments during the pandemic.”
From Cleveland Park Bar and Grill earlier this week: “Exciting news, DC friends! Cleveland Park Bar and Grill’s iconic rooftop is officially OPEN! (more…)
3630 Georgia Avenue, NW. Tsehay Ethiopian opened there in June 2019
About a year ago we learned that Tsehay Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar would be moving from Georgia Ave near the Petworth metro. Now we know where – Adams Morgan! (more…)
5310 Western Ave
Artificial Turf is trending!!
But why?
Anyway it’s quite a large space that goes all the way around the back:
The Heights website sounds promising, though dates are obviously getting pushed back, and says (Opening Early 2023):
“The Heights is our new Food Hall opening at the end of 2022 in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
The Heights will include one full-service restaurant (Urbano), a full-service bar (The Heights Bar), a speakeasy (The Turncoat), and eight local food stalls, including one stall picked from Urbano’s “Stall Wars” competition.
We expect the following culinary partners at this anticipated culinary space: (more…)