2438 18th Street, NW
The Donburi sign is down and the open sign was lit. (more…)
Restaurants
1133 11th Street, NW at M Street, NW (previously home to 11-M
Thanks to Don for sending word about Mariscos‘ soft opening Saturday night. (more…)
1924 I Street, NW
Thanks to René for passing on the sad news from El Chalan: “We appreciate all our customers and we want to thank everyone who has made these 41 years wonderful! Our current close date is February 12th, 2022. (more…)
Image Credit: Ellis Adams Group
From a press release:
“Smoke & Mirrors (867 New Jersey Avenue SE), a stunning new rooftop bar situated atop the upcoming AC Hotel Washington DC Capitol Hill Navy Yard, owned and managed by Concord Hospitality Enterprises, Whitman Peterson and Greystar Real Estate Investments, is set to debut on Feb. 17, 2022, offering breathtaking sky-high views of the nation’s capital stretching from the Capitol Building to the National Cathedral, handcrafted cocktails, and an elevated dining experience from Executive Chef Raymond Melendez.
The indoor-outdoor rooftop bar and restaurant, located atop the 11-story building, offers sweeping birds-eye views of Washington D.C. With unobstructed views of the U.S. Capitol Building and the bustling city below, Smoke & Mirrors offers one of the best vantage points in the city complete with a range of indoor seating options, and an expansive all-weather patio featuring fireplace and fire pit heaters, a retractable rooftop canopy, and modern lounge seating. (more…)
4622 14th Street, NW at Crittenden
From the Bull Bar & Grill (planning on opening by the end of this month):
“Giving the community a place to feel at home continues to be tradition to the Cruz family lead by Maria who started her entrepreneurial journey in 1980’s NW Washington DC on 14th street in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood. Opening “Tienda La Union” then soon “Salon de Belleza”, Maria’s businesses did more than provide needed services; it was also representation for a community migrating to the district from Central-America, especially from her home of El Salvador. Years later, blessed by her success, “La Libertad” a restaurant and bar she added to her catalog of business ventures cemented her commitment to the area as a place where local businesses can thrive and prosper. (more…)
photos by Jody kent Lavy
Thanks to Jody for sharing: “Enjoyed our pizza with this stunning view last night at All Purpose.” (more…)
photo by Matt Sinopoli
“Dear PoPville,
I’m at a loss trying to find a great classic club or turkey club sandwich in DC. Nothing fancy, nothing with avocado. A classic club, toasty bread (3 layers), LT and mayo with fresh crispy bacon. I’m here for all the frilly toothpicks. Who’s got the best? HELP – Anonymous Club Lover”
2204 18th Street, NW
Yerevan Market & Cafe opened over the summer in the former Adams Morgan Ethiopian Restaurant and Cafe space. What’s the early word?
Check out their menu here.
They’ve recently applied for a liquor license which says: (more…)
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previous contender from Farmbird photo by Chandler
Almost a year ago readers went on “a personal quest to find the best breakfast burrito in DC”.
Angela wrote: “UPDATE: The Hill Cafe (101 15th Street, NE) in DC has arguable the best breakfast burrito in all the land
Potato, scrambled egg, the good stuff. What threw it over the edge of amazing was the turkey bacon. Holy moly” (more…)