“The bar at Vintage78” Photo by Rey Lopez
The transformation from Scion to Vintage78 is complete!
From a press release:
“Vintage78, the new modern Persian restaurant from the proprietors of Georgetown favorite Peacock Cafe, will officially open its doors for dinner service on Wednesday, August 28.
The first of its kind in Washington, Vintage78 (2100 P Street NW) boasts a modern Persian setting and full-service wine and bar program, all in celebration of the flavors of Iran. (more…)
1025 First Street, SE. Photo by Jake Sauser
Eat DC tweets the big news:
“Roy Boys’ Instagram account announced that they’re planning to open in @CapitolRvrFront this week at 1025 1st St SE (formerly Justin’s Cafe). If all goes according to plan, their doors will be open Thursday afternoon.”
Roy Boys open it’s first location in Shaw earlier this year. Check out their menus here.
From a press release:
“Gogi Yogi, from the team behind Duke’s Grocery and Duke’s Counter, will be the first Korean restaurant in Washington where food is cooked on an open-air grill embedded in each dining table. The new restaurant and bar opens later this week at 1921 8th Street NW.
The menu begins with an assortment of shared appetizers from the kitchen, then focuses on meats, poultry, pork and seafood to be grilled at the tables. Special attention is paid to Banchan, the assortment of Korean appetizers served with the meal. The bar program features 12 varieties of Soju and Korean-inspired cocktails, alongside both Korean and local beers. “We have some great options to enjoy and the menu, just like at Duke’s, is going to always evolve. Beyond staples like Bulgogi and Galbi, there is a lot more of Korean fare to explore,” said Daniel Kramer, Managing Partner. (more…)
Georgia and Lamont St, NW across the street from Call Your Mother Deli
From a press release:
“Jonathan and Laura Nelms, owners of Supra, announce the late 2019 opening of D.C.’s second Georgian restaurant, Tabla. Tabla will be located at Lamont Street and Georgia Avenue in the Park View/Petworth neighborhood.
The name Tabla comes from a west Georgian word for an outdoor table used to serve the copious amounts of food characteristic of a traditional supra. As fans of Supra and Georgian food will know, “supra” means “celebratory feast.” (more…)
1805 18th Street, NW @dannyleedc
Mandu suffered a devastating fire back in July 2017 and in the words of co-owner Chef Danny Lee:
“No words can describe how good it feels to have guests back in our house on 18th St.”
Mandu was a neighborhood gem and one of the truly great spots in town where you knew you were going to have a awesome meal in a chill atmosphere every single time. Fortunately, Anju is fixing to pick right up where Mandu left off. If not even more so. I took an early taste last night and haven’t stopped smiling since. (more…)
Thanks to J. for sending from the 14th Street Popeyes: “I understand the chicken sandwich…. BUT FRIES!?”
3813 Georgia Ave, NW
A tipster sends word that “Ten Tigers is closing at the end of the month.” And I’m told that is true but the space will “remain an event space going forward.” Ten Tigers last day will be September 1st. (more…)
2300 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Andrew for sending: “Looks close to opening…”
Back in May we learned that a point chaud cafe & crepes would be taking over the space. The Starbucks closed after many years here in March. Updates when we have an exact opening date for crepes. And Lavazza coffee.
1905 Brentwood Rd NE photo by DC Fire & EMS
Was just checking in on how they’re doing after the fire and was told:
“catering should rev back up in a few weeks. Sadly, a few more months for the shop. When we do re-open it’s going to be huge….”
1825 14th Street, NW
Masa 14 opened up back 2009 – go down memory lane here, many ups and downs. Gypsy Kitchen will be taking over the space. Stay tuned.
From an email:
“After over a decade of business on 14th Street in DC, Masa 14 is closing. Come send us off in style! Join us for one final fiesta on our rooftop this Sunday, August 25th from 5PM-close. (more…)