900 7th Street, NW
Back in December we learned that Howl at the Moon would be taking over the old Ping Pong Dim Sum space in Chinatown. They’ve now posted a liquor license placard that says:
“A dueling piano bar with a live music concept offering a menu of traditional bar food and a full- service bar. Applicant requests to add an Entertainment Endorsement with Dancing and Cover Charge. Total Occupancy Load of 500 with seating for 450.” (more…)
1917 18th Street, NW
I knew they were close! Thanks to Rob for sharing their announcement:
“The official opening day of the DuPont Circle-Washington, D.C. location will be held next Tuesday, February 18th at 11 am-9 pm!” (more…)
2100 P Street, NW
Lemon Cuisine of India opened back in December 2016, previously home to Crios Mexican.
Thomas reports:
“It was one of mine and my wife’s go-to take-out spots. I tried calling to place an order Monday, and got no response, figured it was just a one-off issue. They’re normally closed on Tuesdays, so when I called Wednesday night and still got no answer, I got suspicious. (more…)
4200 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Been getting tons of queries about when Surfside will be opening the new location since the Glover Park location has now closed. Happy to report it’s the end of this month! Lots more info next week but wanted to share soonest. (more…)
1764 Columbia Rd, NW
Yesterday we learned that, the loved by many, Maiwand Grill had quietly been papered over in Adams Morgan. Thanks to Brian for the quick update on who’s taking over – New York Grill.
STAY TUNED.
71 Potomac Ave, SE
Thanks to Brian G for sending us the map above last night: “The Maren’s map has a couple new restaurants/bars that haven’t been announced yet?” I went to Maren’s website this morning and they had removed El Rey and American Ice Company from the map. (more…)
1764 Columbia Rd, NW
Thanks to Ladan for sending: “please say it isn’t so!”
Their phone number has been disconnected so definitely not looking good I’m afraid. Were there any other fans?
Maiwand opened up in the former, legendary, O’Tasty (briefly Different Pizza) space, back in 2017. (more…)
From a press release:
“Westbrook Partners and MRP Realty (MRP), developers and managers of commercial, residential, mixed-use, and industrial real estate across the Mid-Atlantic region, along with Baltimore-based Cana Development (CANAdev), food and retail asset management experts, announce details on Western Market, the new food hall that will transform the location of the original marketplace at 2000 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC, a neighborhood steeped in history.
The name “Western Market” can be traced back to 1802, when a vibrant marketplace existed across from the current location of 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue, a dynamic and historic site in the District. This marketplace was constructed as one of three original markets in Architect Pierre L’Enfant’s blueprint for Washington, DC. Located in the heart of the Foggy Bottom neighborhood adjacent to George Washington University, the transformed Western Market development will serve as a culinary destination for the DC community.
The following businesses will be added to Western Market’s lineup of innovative dining concepts and restaurants: (more…)
1636 R Street, NW
And I hope they get them! Mikko rocks. Check out their menus here. According to a liquor license application their current hours are: (more…)
3903 14th Street, NW
On Monday we noted that the controversial Golden Paradise had gone kaput. Thanks to Amber for sending the updated coming soon sign for DC Corazon Mexican Cuisine. STAY TUNED for more as they get closer to opening. (more…)