476 K Street, NW photo by John Kelley
Check out the menus: dLena_Bar Menu
From a press release:
“Richard Sandoval Hospitality, the group behind internationally acclaimed El Centro D.F, Toro Toro, La Sandia, and more, is thrilled to announce the debut of dLeña Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria. Set to open its doors on Monday, May 10, at 476 K Street NW, the concept will offer authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist under the direction of Executive Chef Carlos Camacho. (more…)
3210 Grace Street, NW
From a press release:
“Green Almond Pantry, the Mediterranean cafe counter and market from chef/owner Cagla Onal, reopens in D.C.’s historic Georgetown neighborhood today following a fire that shuttered its Shaw storefront in December 2020. Located within the Grace Street Collective at 3210 Grace Street NW, the new location offers nearly double the seating and takes advantage of an open kitchen concept to bring forward Onal’s love for simply prepared, high-quality ingredients. (more…)
Thanks to Brewer Bump for passing on from Shababi:
“Hey DC! Shababi is coming by this Saturday! Let us take care of dinner and come stop by our friends @oddprovisions (11th and Lamont St, NW)!!!
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This Saturday May 15th from 5pm-6pm we will be collaborating with @oddprovisions in DC for a neighborhood drop!!!!
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So all our DC Shababi who have been wanting to try the Shababi experience out it’s time!” (more…)
500 8th Street, SE
Thanks to KP and John for sending: “Empty and has a giant For Lease sign out front.”
District Soul Food opened in the former Banana Cafe space in February 2019.
Updates when we learn what becomes of this prime space.
2471 18th Street, NW
Back in November Smoke and Barrel announced “we cannot survive the winter with our existing format”. Thanks to Kelsey for passing on the good news from Smoke and Barrel:
“Smoke & Barrel is preparing to reopen after a pandemic hiatus of 5 months. (more…)
Georgia and Quincy Street, NW
Thanks to Cliff for sending the update. Back in March we reported that Shortnee Street Eatz was coming to the former Eatmore Fried Chicken space. Anyone take an early taste of Shortnee?
84 T Street, NW (1st and T St just off Rhode Island Ave)
From Etabli:
“Restauranteurs Kathleen Davis and Thomas Boisvert (founders and former co- owners of The Pursuit Wine Bar) are excited to announce the opening of their new venture: établi.
The aptly named établi (French for “established”) features a diverse and extensive by-the-glass wine offering curated by Kathleen and Thomas who have long proven themselves as purveyors of accessible taste. établi’s wine menu features many wines produced by family-owned wineries, small batch producers, and women.
The dinner menu focuses on Mediterranean flavors intended to complement and amplify établi’s wine selection. Entrees include house-made pasta and Neapolitan pizza from établi’s brick-oven. The menu includes an extensive list of small plates perfect for having a quick bite with a glass of wine. (more…)
rendering inside 800 Connecticut Avenue, NW
From a press release:
“Ashok Bajaj, founder, and CEO of award-winning Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the opening of La Bise, a modern, bright, and colorful 21st century French restaurant. La Bise will open in mid-June 2021 in the former Oval Room location, at 800 Connecticut Avenue, NW, just steps from the White House. Patrons can anticipate an expanded outdoor patio, inviting bar, and an engaging, open-air kitchen with two distinctive dining room options. (more…)
Big news from the Mayor’s situational update this morning: (more…)
4700 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Back in July 2017 we reported that Steak ‘n Egg had started their expansion. Took a minute, but looking good!! And fear not the original space is still there and looking like it always looks – legit: (more…)