7th and E Street, NW
Thanks to Dennis Jansen (and others) who have messaged us about “Red Velvet is moving in Penn Quarter.”
Curious. The Bakers & Baristas had just morphed into Vivi Pizza Roma in September. Updates when we learn where the new location will be.
2132 Florida Ave., NW
“Dear PoPville, any word on the opening of Annabelle? The space has been under construction for months, but it looks like they’re finishing up now.”
I was lucky enough to take a preview tour yesterday and oh my goodness we are in for a treat (lots more photos below.) Here are the menus:
From a press release:
“Award-winning restauranteur Ashok Bajaj is pleased to announce Knightsbridge Restaurant Group’s new fine dining concept Annabelle, located at 2132 Florida Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20008. On January 17, 2020, Annabelle, the 95-seat, fully renovated legendary space will open for dinner. Located in the heart of the Kalorama neighborhood, Annabelle was designed by James Beard Foundation’s award-nominated restaurant designer Martin Vahtra of Projects Design Associates of New York. It is made up of three different historic buildings. The perfect balance of old and new, each room sports patterns on patterns, with artwork from Cara Tomlinson, the restaurant interior is contemporary, with a hint of mid-century modern vibe.
Bajaj tapped Frank Ruta as executive chef for his newcomer Annabelle. Ruta’s distinguished career spans over three decades and includes eleven years as executive sous chef at the White House, serving under three presidents and as owner/chef of the award-winning Palena. Prior to joining Annabelle, Ruta served as executive chef at the notable Mirabelle in Washington, D.C.
Annabelle’s menu showcases fresh and flavorful, locally-inspired cuisine. (more…)
Technically 1299 Pennsylvania Ave, NW but entrance actually on E Street
Thanks to Josh for sending:
“Downtown Cucina Al Volo under new ownership? It was closed for a week between Xmas and NYE. Now, most of the Cucina Al Volo signage is down, and rudimentary “E Street” pizza and pasta signage is up.”
Anyone stop in for a taste recently?
“Dear PoPville,
What is the protocol or expectations regarding apartments and food delivery service from places like postmates, Grubhub, etc.? Do you expect them to come to the building front door or to come upstairs to your apartment door? I live in a small building with just 12 units and no lobby or doorman. I can easily buzz people in but find that they often expect me to come down. Just curious what the norm is so I don’t expect something which isn’t really included.”
1270 4th Street, NE photo by Daniel Swartz
From an email:
“We have pulled out of the La Cosecha market and continue to look for a home for Amparo. We are working on some exciting projects that we will announce as soon, while continuing to push forward.
Amparo owner and Chef Christian Irabién’s modern Mexican restaurant Amparo Fondita will no longer be a part of La Cosecha. Irabién, whose resume includes Oyamel vows to continue searching for the right brick-and-mortar location.”
Full press release: (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Jonathan Rogers
Nice. From the New York Times in part:
“The U Street area, sometimes referred to as Black Broadway, is packed with historic theaters and concert halls where jazz flourished and go-go music was pioneered. Beyond a small but growing set of pricier Michelin-starred restaurants, Washington has also seen a younger, forward-thinking crop of restaurants emerge, with Ethiopian and Laotian food well represented. Even as a modern, homegrown and ever-changing culture percolates below the surface, though, Washington holds to its historical ideal of a city built on a common heritage — a place for all Americans to reflect on a shared identity, even in a contentious election year.”
More fun recs from you guys back in the day here.
1939 12th Street, NW just south of U Street
A new liquor license placard for a name TBD says:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a wine bar, serving wines by the glass and the bottle, with a wine-focused cocktail list and light snacks. Applicant is also applying for a Sidewalk Café Endorsement with 15 seats. Total seating inside is 40 with a Total Occupancy Load of 49.”
Menchie’s opened up here back in 2013.
Ah the old “refresh and renovate” eh? (more…)
9th and E Street, NW photo by Mark Lyon
Thanks to Mark for sending:
“Anyone tried Farmbird? Looks like they’re coming to 9th and E NW, next to Kraken Axes.” (more…)
3628 Georgia Ave, NW
Oof, this one hurts. Thank God for Looking Glass Lounge (a few doors down) but this was a truly great spot. Enjoy them and their hugely popular “buy one get one” for the next few months.
From the owners of DC Reynolds, one of the consistently best bars in D.C.:
“Our lease is up and as per usual landlord expectations for rent surpass what we’re comfortable with.
April 2020 will be the end of the run for DC Reynolds. Since March 17th 2012 we’ve opened our doors every single day to our neighbors, friends, and industry colleagues. (more…)
“Assorted small plates (photo by Erik Meadows Photography)”
Last week we mentioned that a liquor license placard had been posted at the former Masa 14 space on 14th Street. Tons more details now from a press release: (more…)