2221 14th Street, NW at Florida
Pizzeria Vetri closed here back in April 2019 (opened in June 2016.) But pizza is coming back!A new liquor license placard for Slice & Pie/Lucy says:
“A new class C Tavern serving pizza and light fare. (more…)
Restaurants
3101 Wisconsin Ave, NW
I’ve been lots of queries about the status of Open City at the National Cathedral. Their website says they remain temporarily closed but a reader had heard that they will be reopening in the Fall. However today they posted a temporary reprieve on their IG:
“We’re back (temporarily) for the 4th!! Celebrate Independence Day with us and enjoy an ice cream cone before the fireworks! Ice cream will be available on our patio two hours before the firework show starts. We’re in the process of reopening our doors (more details coming soon)” (more…)
525 8th Street, SE
Back in January 2020 a liquor license placard was posted for a Yaju Ramen. Now a license has been applied for a Kaiju Ramen Bar, which says:
“The Establishment will be a Tavern serving Asian dishes. (more…)
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1324 14th Street, NW
Back in April we learned that Maiz64 was coming to the former B Too space, which closed in July 2020. Maiz64’s website says:
“A modern homage to authentic Mexican cuisine, featuring local ingredients that result in exquisite and vibrant creations.” I am told they are nearing the end of construction. (more…)
1901 14th Street, NW
The Matchbox closed here back in September 2020. Mi Vida opened a location at the Wharf back in 2018. Check out the menu here.
The liquor license placard says:
“A new restaurant serving Mexican cuisine. Seating capacity of 300, and Total Occupancy Load of 350. (more…)
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2471 18th Street, NW
We were close but it’s now official from Smoke & Barrel:
“We are excited to say that we ARE NOW OPEN!
Swing by for delicious BBQ, Cold Craft Beer, and Cocktails. (more…)
From Ice Cream Jubilee (301 Water Street, SE; 1407 T Street, NW):
“Ice Cream Jubilee was just named as America’s Best Ice Cream by People Magazine and the Today Show!
People.com, “10 of Our Favorite Ice Cream Shops in the U.S.”
Today.com, “41 of the Best Scoop Shops And Frozen Treat Brands in the US”
We’re also launching NEW Blueberry ice cream pies and New flavors to celebrate July 4 and President Biden’s favorite ice cream, Vanilla Chocolate Chip! (more…)
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courtesy Kilwins
From an email:
“We are excited to announce the news of Kilwins opening its first Location in Washington D.C. in the Navy Yard across the street from Nationals Park.
Kilwins D.C. opened it’s first location in the District of Columbia on Monday June 28th across the street from Nationals Park in the Navy Yard (1250 Half St SE). Kilwins known for its original recipe ice cream and Mackinac Island fudge is originally from Petoskey, Michigan and has 147 franchise locations across the United States. Kilwins was started in 1947 by Don and Katy Kilwin that began as a chocolate and confections store. (more…)
1119 V Street, NW
Jeff reports: “Saw the owner of Tacos El Chilango tonight (Tuesday) and he told me tonight is their last night. The Arlington location (a food truck I think) is remaining open.”
A call to the restaurant this morning rings without a voicemail option.
Tacos El Chilango opened in 2012 next to Izakaya Seki on V Street.
Their Facebook says:
“The most authentic, delicious Mexican tacos in the DC area. (more…)
courtesy American Ice Co. 917 V Street, NW
From an email:
“For the first time ever, American Ice Company is hosting a July 4th neighborhood cookout!
Taking a break from our annual Crab Crack, we want to keep the tradition of providing the neighborhood with a spot to celebrate the holiday without having to trek down to the Mall.
Our good friends from Meats and Foods will be on hand with their tasty chorizo & chicken sausages (more…)