1830 14th Street, NW
Last week we learned that “The Amsterdam Falafelshop on 14th Street has been stripped clean”. Sadly it is permanent. Thanks to Noa for sending the update: (more…)
Restaurants
4724 14th Street, NW. Chef Rufino Ruffino. Photo by Cassandra Hetherington
Cassandra Hetherington is a a volunteer for Uptown Main Street. She wrote about Maria Villalta of Pica Taco and Nick Schieber of Jackie Lee’s.
Cassandra writes:
“If you have dined at Estadio, Proof or Asia Nora, you may have already experienced the skills of celebrated Chef Rufino Bautista. If not, it is not too late, because you can now feast on his Spanish-inspired creations at Atxondo (“Achondo”). In early March, after a decade as Executive Chef at Estadio, Rufino moved 2.9 miles north to open Atxondo just days before the world was forced to pause. But this was barely the most challenging thing to ever happen to him; not seeing his father for twelve years was far worse. (more…)
1209 U Street, NW
Back in November we first heard the plans for Rush Bowls. Glad to see their still coming despite it all. (more…)
485 K Street, NW (formerly a Taylor Gourmet)
Thanks to Joshua for passing on from RASA:
“We’ve got a big weekend ahead for RASA Mount Vernon Triangle & we’re kicking things off with a Community Day in partnership with our friends at DC Central Kitchen this Friday 7/31 from 11am to 2pm. All proceeds will be donated, pay what you can (suggested donation $10) & we’ll see you soon!” (more…)
1625 1st Street, NW Photo by Jonathan Rogers
Thanks to Sarah for sending: “Not sure if you’d seen this, but it looks like Glassey opened and have some outdoor seating!”
Check out their menu here (the photos look incredible.)
Glassey actually soft opened in January but the outdoor seating is new, thanks to Jonathan for sending a shot as it was going up.
1301 U Street, NW
Coming Soon Roaming Rooster Fried Chicken. Oh yeah (more…)
1605 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Thanks to Tara for sending: “A welcome addition to Dupont Circle, in old Subway location on Connecticut and Q! Any more info?”
There’s a Facebook page but the menu has not been listed yet. Stay tuned for that and an opening date.
photos courtesy All Purpose
From an email:
“All-Purpose in Shaw will soon have a special weekend menu of Jewish deli-style platters, specialty sandwiches, latkes, and desserts available alongside the pizzeria’s regular weekend lunch menu.
Partnering with Bullfrog Bagels, the menu includes classic bagel platters with house-smoked lox, a selection of house-made cream cheeses and salads, and house-pickled vegetables. (more…)
1011 19th Street, NW just north of K Street
Thanks to Josh for passing on the latest sad news from 19th Street:
“We’re sad to say it, but we are not re-opening our K Street location. All of us here at Naf Naf thank you for being a loyal fan and for supporting us. We will miss you greatly and hope to see you again at one of our other locations.
With gratitude,
Team Naf”
Naf Naf opened up here in October 2017.
1819 Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to Ben for sending some positive news from Columbia Road at Johnny’s Half Shell.
Their website still says:
“Dear friends,
As of Thursday March 19th, Johnny’s Half Shell closed its operations to the dining public. We will re-open for business as soon as the citywide Coronavirus Emergency Legislation restrictions are lifted. (more…)