809 12th Street, NE

Oof. Horace & Dickie’s is of course legendary.

“Horace & Dickie’s Seafood Carryout is home to the famous Jumbo Fish Sandwich. One bite and you’ll be hooked!”

Sadly, WJLA broke the news last night:

“The owner, 82-year-old Richard “Dickie” Shannon, says he’ll be playing more golf.

He blames gentrification, which he calls “cultural genocide,” for forcing him out.” (more…)



Photo by PoPville flickr user Phil

“Dear PoPville,

My moms turns 80 this spring and I am looking for recommendations for a restaurant that would be able to accommodate a party of about 15-20 people that would also offer true gluten-free options (due to celiac’s disease…not just a preference to eat gluten-free… in other words, no cross-contamination as it is a true food allergy). Thanks!”



1829 M Street, NW

Ed. Note: This space was most recently home to Flipside Filipino restaurant which closed in January.

Thanks to the folks at Cafe Mia for letting us know they’ve opened and sharing their Menu (PDF) with us. “Our specialty is Peruvian style rotisserie chicken but we serve other great items as well.” They also have a Bacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich served on brioche for $6 :)

Peek inside: (more…)



1346 4th Street, SE

From a press release:

“Chef Michael Rafidi, one of Washington, D.C.’s most promising culinary talents, announces a February 20 opening for Albi, his Navy Yard restaurant with a new perspective on traditional Levantine cuisine. Arabic for “my heart,” Albi will offer a menu inspired by Rafidi’s Middle Eastern heritage and informed by Mid-Atlantic ingredients. Rafidi’s highly anticipated debut restaurant is located at 1346 4th Street SE in The Yards development, offering a main dining room of 76 seats, a 10-seat hearth table, a seasonal patio, and private dining space within 4,000-square-feet. Rafidi is also consulting on the menu at a second location of Brent Kroll’s wine bar, Maxwell Park, which will open next door to Albi in about a month, while Kroll is behind Albi’s exciting wine program. (more…)



15th and D Street, NE

Gogi Yogi, Iron Age (soon) and add one more to the list of new Korean BBQ spots – Manna!

Thanks to Dan (and Barred in DC) for sending:

“The generic District Bowls is (thankfully) gone before it even opened. Korean BBQ and lunchbox place supposedly opening soon in the old Far East Taco spot!”

Ed. Note: This was also previously and briefly home to K Burger, hopefully this ride lasts longer.

Manna’s website says:

“Manna Dosirak is the casual Korean food joint located in Washington, DC. Its deep and authentic taste of Korean food comes for the owner who has been in this field over 30 years. Always use fresh ingredients to bring the best of Korean food to our valued customer always.”

The food looks amazing: (more…)


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