2214 Rhode Island Ave, NE
Thanks to Theresa for sending word on His and Hers coming to the former Momo Yakitori space:
“Owner grew up in the neighborhood. Should open in around two weeks.” (more…)
Restaurants
449 K Street, NW. Photo by Daniel
Melange’s website says:
“Mélange (French: “mixing”) is a story about mixture and the careful harmony of flavors, ingredients, and techniques from around the world. Born in Ethiopia, trained in France, and now famous for his triple-blend burger, Chef Elias Taddesse’s new restaurant Mélange builds on his iconic burger with new classics inspired by his Ethiopian heritage. As the city reopens, Mélange will expand with an East-African infused cocktail menu and chef tasting menus of Ethiopian-infused fine French cuisine.”
Check out their menu here.
From the Mount Vernon Triangle BID:
“After weeks of anticipation, Mélange has opened for pickup at 449 K Street NW starting today, September 2 and will open for patio dine-in service this Friday, September 4. (more…)
13th and H Street, NE
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the long awaited Mozzeria has opened on H Street. And word got out as you can see from the line above which was sent around 11am this morning.
Mozzeria’s website says:
“Our second brick and mortar restaurant is NOW OPEN! Located in the historic Atlas District on H Street, our new restaurant is only blocks away from Gallaudet University. We are currently offering takeout and delivery only.
Opening Weekend Only
September 4th – 6th
Friday: 11 AM – 9 PM
Saturday: 11 AM – 9 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Regular Operating Hours
Tuesday – Thursday: 4 PM – 9 PM
Friday: 4 PM – 10 PM
Saturday: 11 AM – 10 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Mozzeria was created with the goal in providing customers a welcoming, memorable, and visual environment to experience Deaf culture while working to increase career placement opportunities for Deaf people. (more…)
courtesy Proper 21
Proper 21 opened on F Street back in 2016. Check out their menu here.
From an email:
“9/10: Proper 21K Grand Opening in DC’s Foggy Bottom Neighborhood
Owners Will Strozier and Rob Zahn, from the NIEUW Group and Proper Social, are excited to expand its footprint, opening a second DC location in Foggy Bottom this September. The new spot, Proper 21K, is named for its central location at the corner of 21st and K Street, NW. (more…)
alley 1220 19th Street, NW
Thanks to Paul for sending the reminder that The Well Dressed Burrito is open and delicious: (more…)
via Taqueria Xochi
A reader reports the new Taqueria Xochi location will be somewhere around 9th and U Street, NW. (more…)
From an email:
“Labor Day Brisket + Beer Combo with BBQ Bus and Port City Brewing
Have the best DC staycation over Labor Day weekend with a local combo for pickup at both Free State and Lost & Found bars. The special includes two sandwiches from BBQ Bus (either slow smoked brisket or “VBQ” plant based) with house made pickles, onions and BBQ sauces plus sides of BBQ baked beans and vinaigrette slaw. (more…)
From the DOWNTOWNDC ECONOMY UPDATE SUMMER 2020:
“DAYTIME POPULATION DROPPEDFROM 225,000 IN FEB TO 22,000 IN JULY -DOWN 90%.
METRORAIL WEEKDAY RIDERSHIP FROMAPRIL–JUNE 2020 WAS 3%OF APRIL–JUNE 2019 RIDERSHIP
THE RETAIL VACANCY RATE REACHED A RECORDHIGH OF 17.1% IN JULY 2020
DOWNTOWNDC RESTAURANT SALES WERE DOWN 80% IN JULY 2020 WHILE THE REGION WAS DOWN ONLY 52%
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to have a catastrophic impact on the DowntownDC and DC economies. The data for April-July 2020 for the DowntownDC and DC economies, clearly shows the impact. (more…)
1819 7th Street, NW
Thanks to PPG for sending: “Looks like prescription chicken is replacing mason dixie in the 7th Flats in Shaw”
Mason Dixie closed here back in July.
Prescription Chicken’s website says:
“Valerie Zweig and Taryn Pellicone have a new nickname: The Soup Ladies.
The gals behind Rx Chicken™ started delivering soup to hungry bellies through the Washington, DC area in September of 2016. (more…)
3123-3125 M Street, NW via Metro Investment Properties
Ri Ra Irish Pub closed here back in January. Ri Ra opened in the former Mie N Yu space in late December 2013.
From a Metro Investment Properties listing:
“PROPERTY SPECIFICATIONS
$11,800,000 ;11,069 sq. ft. over 2 restaurants (more…)