Restaurants

“Jon Taffer, announced the opening date for the first Taffer’s Tavern in Washington D.C.”

By Prince Of Petworth


6th and G Street, NW previously home to Penn Commons

You can see Taffer’s Tavern’s menus here.

From a press release:

“Taffer’s Tavern, the innovative, full-service restaurant founded by leading hospitality expert and star of Paramount Network’s Bar Rescue, Jon Taffer, has announced that it will open its first Washington, D.C. area location next to Capital One Arena on Tuesday, August 23rd. The D.C. opening marks the second full-service Taffer’s Tavern franchise location for the brand, joining its limited-menu location at FedEx Field.

“We can all agree that Washington, D.C. is one of the most vibrant culinary destinations in the world,” said Jon Taffer. “Our great food and industry leading cocktails will set new standards and excite the market. We are looking forward to welcoming the community in to experience the Tavern and to create lasting memories.”

Inspired by the quintessential neighborhood pub, a regular gathering place for locals and visitors alike, Taffer’s Tavern is designed with traditional Old-World taverns in mind, with an ambiance that is inviting, warm and comfortable, distinguished by dark woods, soft leathers, copper accents and elevated tavern food and beverage offerings. (more…)

“Esu is our kitchen manager here at The Midlands, and has worked alongside us in the kitchen since our Kangaroo Boxing Club days.”

By Prince Of Petworth


via GoFundMe

“Dear PoPville,

A friend of mine (Esubalew McCarthy) who has worked in DC restaurants for over the past 10 years had a stroke in late June. Luckily, Esu is doing well, but also faced with mounting medical bills and will be out of work for an extended period of time.”

The GoFundMe says:

“Beloved Friends, Family, and Patrons, lend us your ears! ( and maybe some dough,)

One of our own recently has had a pretty serious health scare. While Esu is on a long road to recovery, he will need some help to cover his medical bills, personal necessities, and time away from work. We know how beneficial it is to have an extra bit of help, to reduce anxieties no one should have to live through while they recover. (more…)

“Tico will close on Sunday, July 31, Nama Ko, a Japanese-inspired Restaurant and Craft Cocktail Bar, will open in September.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1926 14th Street, NW

Ed. Note: Nama 14 has had an outpost inside of Tico on 14th Street since December 2020.

Big news from Tico:

“On behalf of Tico and the entire Schlow Restaurant Group family, thank you Washington, D.C. for eight wonderful years of patronage, celebration and generosity. When Tico opened in 2014, we joined a welcoming and dynamic community that we have grown to love. (more…)

The Boardwalk space for lease in Penn Quarter – Boardwalk Bar & Arcade still open in the Wharf

By Prince Of Petworth


507 7th Street, NW

Thanks to Jake for sending: “The Boardwalk, which was a deeply unsuitable replacement for the late, lamented Iron Horse, appears to have closed. It will not be missed.”

Richard asks: “Did they just relocate to the Wharf, or were they running 2 locations? (Same joint, right?)”

The Boardwalk’s Wharf website says:

“Boardwalk Bar & Arcade is a brand new drinking, dining, and entertainment experience at The Wharf in Washington, D.C. Opened in February 2022, the venue is the largest indoor/outdoor bar in our nation’s capital. (more…)

“On a Quest for Good Momos (most underrated type of dumpling) in DC”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I had the juiciest, most flavorful dumplings from a food truck named Himalayan Soul Foods at the Asia Fiesta food festival in DC last weekend. These dumplings are called momos and they are eaten in Nepal and Tibet. One distinctive feature of these momos is that they have a tasty tomato sauce to go along with them. I can’t believe it was the first time I’ve heard of them. I was wondering if anyone knows of any restaurants that serve momos in DC/ VA? I’m a fan!”

Ed. Note: Stand by for Momo DC coming to Dupont. In the meantime where are some current great spots?

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