Restaurants

About That Crab Shack – The Boiling Crab coming to H Street, NE?

By Prince Of Petworth


4th and H Street, NE

Yesterday a reader shared word that a crab shack was coming the old Driftwood Kitchen/True Orleans space on H Street, NE. Now a tipster hears that the crab shack will likely be The Boiling Crab:

“It all began in a little Southeastern Texas town called Seadrift. With a population of just 2000, Seadrift was home to Yo’Daddy and his family of crabbers and fishermen. They labored in their boats year-round, catching oysters, crab and shrimp for the seafood industry. As toiling as the work was, every weekend the men would come home with their catch of the week to enjoy­ – they boiled crawfish and crabs, shucked raw oysters, grilled fresh fish – always with a beer in hand. (more…)

‘Satellite Sandwiches’ ghost kitchen from Astro Doughnuts launched earlier today

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Scott Suchman

From a press release:

“The owners of Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken, Elliot Spaisman and Jeff Halpern, announce the opening of Satellite Sandwiches, an all-day sandwich and cookie-centric ghost kitchen. The menu, composed of a variety of Philadelphia-inspired cheesesteaks, comforting sandwiches and sides, plus jumbo made-to-order cookies, is exclusively available for delivery or pre-ordered pick-up at Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken at 1308 G Street NW. Orders can be placed online, starting at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19th, 2020.

The menu, available here, developed by Chef Chris Kujala from Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken, features a selection of classic cheesesteaks including the traditional Philly Classic, a Pizza Steak topped with marinara sauce and fried mushrooms, and a Cheese Steak Hoagie served with lettuce, tomato, mayo, and a pickle. All cheesesteaks are served on a toasted garlic-butter sub roll from Baguette Republic and, depending on customer preference, can be topped with either a smoked gouda cheese sauce or melted provolone. Customers additionally have the option to build their own cheesesteaks from a wide list of creative toppings.

Other sandwich options include Chicken Parmesan, a grilled lamb Gyro, and Portobello Mushroom “Asteroid,” a vegan-friendly version of Astro’s popular hot chicken offering. Wings, spiced-rubbed steak fries, and a hearty chicken noodle soup round out the all-day menu. For a sweet ending, Satellite Sandwiches offers 6.5 oz. made-to-order cookies in four flavors: Double Chocolate Chip, Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel, Cake Batter Funfetti, and Pumpkin Snickerdoodle.


Photo by Jen Chase

A separate, smaller menu of breakfast sandwiches is available for order between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. daily. The trio of early morning offerings include an egg, hash brown, and breakfast sausage stuffed Breakfast Burrito, a Steak and Egg Sandwich, and the BLT&E, a traditional BLT topped with two fried eggs served with chive mayo on a sub roll. (more…)

“Some bittersweet news today folks: after 5 very gratifying years, Republic Kolache will be closing up shop early next month.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to all who passed on from Republic Kolache:

“Some bittersweet news today folks: after 5 very gratifying years, Republic Kolache will be closing up shop early next month.

From the first popups at American Ice in Aug 2015, to a wholesale business that placed kolaches on the shelves of Whole Foods & many local coffee shops, to the opening of our sister brick & mortar Republic Cantina — we’ve truly had a good run.

The rationale here is what you’d probably guess: the pandemic has caused a massive drop in our sales (namely on the wholesale side, which represented ~90% of our production). With many of our cafe & grocery customers closed, continuing operations is unfortunately just no longer sustainable. (more…)

“Word on H Street is this might be a crab shack restaurant”

By Prince Of Petworth


4th and H Street, NE

Thanks to Colleen for sending: “there appears to be a permit and ongoing construction at the old Driftwood Kitchen/True Orleans location at 400 H Street Northeast. Driftwood Kitchen closed on New Year’s Day 2018, and the building has sat empty ever since. Word on H Street is this might be a crab shack restaurant (but don’t know for sure)!” (more…)

Pear Plum Cafe Closes and is replaced by Bold Fork Books in Mount Pleasant

By Prince Of Petworth


3064 Mt. Pleasant Street, NW

Pear Plum Cafe opened in the former Flying Fish Coffee and Tea space back in 2017. Pear Plum’s website says:

“We are overjoyed to announce that Bold Fork Books, a culinary bookshop that carries a diverse range of cookbooks, beverage books, and food writing, will be setting up shop permanently this month in the front of the Pear Plum space. (more…)

Do You Believe in Miracles? El Rey edition

By Prince Of Petworth


919 U Street, NW

Thanks to Mark for passing on word from El Rey:

“El Rey fam. Ever since we announced our closing your support and love has been overwhelming

We heard you, which is why we will NOT close on October 31st and will stay open for as long as we can – for you, for our staff, for DC. Thank you and nothing but love #UStreetDC!”

Ed. Note: Back in September we had learned American Ice Company, The Brixton, Echo Park, El Rey, The Gibson, Marvin, and Players Club reportedly will close “for the foreseeable future on Halloween.”

Updates if there are miracles for any of the other Hilton brothers spots mentioned above.

Check Out Moreland’s Thanksgiving at Home Action

By Prince Of Petworth


Courtesy Moreland’s Tavern

From Moreland’s Tavern (5501 14th Street, NW):

“Moreland’s Tavern has put together a Thanksgiving Dinner for 4 at the very friendly price of $80. This includes a 12-14 pound turkey + brining kit, mashed potatoes, stuffing, roasted brussels sprouts, home-made gravy and Lyon Bakery dinner rolls for 4.

Moreland’s is also offering 9 pound spiral sliced hams as well as a number of sides to order a la carte.

Order on-line at morelandstavern.com

You can even get your wine, beer and cocktails too!”

Ed. Note: If you’re wondering why I’m always posting about Moreland’s Tavern it’s because I love Moreland’s! And Manhattans, both bourbon and rye. And Sturgill Simpson.

Momiji Turns 12, “will fight to survive, together we all will survive.”

By Prince Of Petworth


505 H Street, NW

Momiji reopened for take out May 12th, check out and order from their menu here.

Momiji shares with us on their IG yesterday:

“Today has started like many mornings this past year, woke up with anxiety, and the lack of desire to leave my bed. As I continually scroll in my bed, I kept seeing the date October 15th and I couldn’t help the feeling that I was missing something. After many moments, I realize what it was. This shared gut wrenching year has yet again made me lose complete sense of time yet again. I have always been obsessed with dates, 12 years ago today was one the most impactful days of my life. It allowed me to meet the majority of you reading this, it was on this day Momiji opened. At 23 year old I never knew what this place would bring. So many friends and loved ones have passed through this place. This restaurant has afforded me & my family, so many laughs, smiles, tears, moments solace and happiness.

This year has been a different and humbling year. (more…)

Sup with Silo? Update: Becoming Prost DC a Bavarian Food Hall opening next Thursday 10/22

By Prince Of Petworth


919 5th Street, NW photo by Laetitia-Laure B.

Update: From an email, “Some information in regards to the rebranding of Silo. We are changing the concept to a Bavarian Food Hall called Prost DC. I’ve attached our menus and we are planning on opening next Thursday 10/22.” Check out the menu ProstDCMenu (PDF)

Thanks to Laetitia-Laure and other for sending photos of the current signage at Silo:

“do you know anything about Silo? Rebranding (pivoting lol)? New ownership? Excited for Oktoberfest?” (more…)

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