located above Appioo at 1924 9th Street, NW
And I somehow totally missed it. Looks like they opened November 30th from their Facebook, check out their full menus here, looks awesome: (more…)
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1914 9th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Just wanted to mention a place that I think is deserving of a shout-out post during these difficult times – 1914 by Kolben. Needless to say, incredible, authentic northern Vietnamese good (more…)
Mona asks: “Do you know where in DC I could purchase freshly baked Siopao?”
Gigi’s Kitchen was recommend in Fort Washington, MD. Anyone know of places in D.C.?
1792 Columbia Road, NW
Taqueria al Lado is coming to the former home of Philly Steaks, briefly, and longtime former home to Mixtec.
Getting there. A peek in the window: (more…)
675 I Street, NW
From a press release:
“Today, chef Matt Baker announces that his Baker’s Daughter café and market will expand with a second location to open in Washington, D.C.’s Chinatown neighborhood later this winter. The all-day storefront offering prepared foods, coffee, pastries, and weekly meal kits will open at 675 I Street NW. Though primarily focused on carryout and delivery, the 600-square-foot space will offer a handful of patio seats in warm weather months. (more…)
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Photo from Atlixco’s grill by Lizzy
Last week Brady asked: “I’m on a personal quest to find the best breakfast burrito in DC. What are the must-haves?”
The early responses: (more…)
3801 14th Street, NW at Quincy
Thanks to Michael for sending “I’m very excited by what’s going on across from Red Derby at Elizabeth’s Pupuseria. My mind is going wild thinking of how cute and packed it could be!”
703 Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to Frances for sending: “It’s the former Japanese Embassy chef’s new venture. I tried the sushi and it was delicious! They also serve paninis, smoothies, pastries, and Ethiopian coffee! A welcome addition to Kennedy St! I had lunch from there yesterday and the sushi was phenomenal!!!!”
From Roots and Blooms: “Welcome Mita cafe! We are partnering with Local caterer Mita cafe run by Chef Ionue – former Japanese embassy chef offering breakfast menu and freshly made sushi, hot drinks ethiopian coffee and pastries. They are open every day from 8-3pm. Our premade flower bouquets and plants will be available Friday – Sunday for purchase at the location.” (more…)
3321 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Danielle for letting us know that 3321 Bistro, “Tex Mex & International Latin Cuisine”, has opened in the old Coppi’s space next to Nanny’s: “FYI – This place is officially open now. Tried it tonight for a post-dinner snack and was very pleased!”
Check out some of the goods: (more…)
Courtesy Gonzo at Astoria Bar (1521 17th Street, NW)
FRI/SAT/SUN
10:30am-1:30pm
Online ordering now on:
www.astoriadc.com
From an email:
“My name is Nicholas Olivas and I am the Chef/Owner of Gonzo. I was born and raised in San Gabriel Valley, California. In 2005 I attended culinary school and landed my first job cooking. Since then I have moved from the west coast to the east and have been fortunate enough to work at amazing places such as Fifth Floor, Corton, Torrisi, and Pineapple and Pearls, all michelin star restaurants. For the last 15 years I have been cooking with some amazing chefs and ingredients that anyone would be proud of. I committed my life to a craft that I found was not only extremely challenging but incredibly rewarding. Cooking is something that you can study your whole life and still learn something new on a daily basis. This is the reason why I choose and continue to love my profession.
When covid started, restaurants got their fair share of problems. People were laid off, restaurants closed and whatever food was still available was take-out. For me, I considered it a responsibility as well as an opportunity to venture out on my own. Understanding the hard times we all had to endure, I knew that opening a business during this time would be risky. In doing so, I would be able to create a place where covid is taken into consideration and wouldn’t affect the quality of food. (more…)