716 Monroe Street, NE
Thanks to Juan for sending:
“Bummer loved this place but not surprised given the closure of Bike Rack next door.”
Fox Loves Taco posted on Instagram:
“Dear Brookland & Edgewood friends, neighbors, and patrons: We’re very sad to announce the closure of Fox Loves Taco. Unfortunately, due to issues beyond our control, we are unable to keep this location operational any longer. (more…)
1337 11th Street, NW at O Street
From an email:
“Eatwell DC sadly announces that Frenchy’s Naturel is closing July 28. After a nearly 3-year run, formerly as The Bird and for the past six months as Frenchy’s Naturel, doors will close at 1337 11th Street NW with one final brunch on Sunday. (more…)
2200 block of 14th Street, NW – Sunday
From an email:
“I am writing you on behalf of the team at Seven Reasons with an update on the restaurant. Unfortunately, as you may (or may not) be aware, a fire occurred at the bar next door to Seven Reasons over the weekend. Luckily, no one was injured, but the restaurant did suffer some minor damages.
As a result, Seven Reasons is currently closed and is tentatively scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, July 30th (pending clearance from the Health Department).”
Ed. Note: I haven’t seen an update on the extent of damages at Grady’s but we’ll update when we have more there too. Their Facebook hasn’t been updated since July 10th.
919 U Street, NW
From an email:
“Writing to let you know that D.C.’s favorite taqueria and beer garden is expanding this fall with the launch of El Rey Ballston. Hospitality entrepreneurs and brothers Eric and Ian Hilton are opening the second El Rey in the heart of Arlington, VA at the rapidly-expanding Ballston Exchange development (4201 Wilson Blvd) near other culinary favorites like Shake Shack, Cava, Philz Coffee, DIRT and We, the Pizza.
In addition to its signature selection of mouthwatering tacos — like al pastor, Thai shrimp, and adobo chicken — cocktails, margaritas and sangria, the new 5,000-square-foot El Rey will feature plenty of beers on draft. (more…)
looking towards Woodward Table at 14th and H Street, NW
Yesterday Tom Sietsema reported on Twitter:
“Sad news du jour: one of my favorite downtown restaurants, @WoodwardTableDC, is closing late August after a 7-year run. “We were never able to transcend the neighborhood,” owner Jeff Buben says of the 200-seater. “It takes a lot of resources to run a restaurant like that.”
Woodward Table opened in the former Potenza space back in November 2012. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
Any Woodward Table fans?
Back in March of 2018 we reported that a liquor license placard had been posted for a:
“New Restaurant, serving Spanish cuisine/tapas with a vegetarian infusion. Sidewalk Café with 20 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 350 with seating for 200.”
I was wondering what was happening there and was told that the deal fell through. So your dreams of dressing in the 80s are alive and well. Until another deal is done. (more…)
Thanks to Mark for sending word on El Camino’s reopening. (more…)
On Friday we shared the news that Surfside’s lease in Glover Park was up in January 2020. Indeed after 12 years Surfside will be leaving it’s original location. The owner tells me that they will stay open until about a week before Christmas and the new Tenleytown location should be open in October: (more…)
3632 Georgia Ave, NW next door to newly opened Tsehay Ethiopian Restaurant
Mr. Braxton opened up July 16th in the old Blue Banana/Walters space (and Moroccan for a hot second.) Anyone stop by for an early taste? (more…)
2210 14th Street, NW
Thanks to all who’ve messaged.
14th and W Street, NW
From DCFD:
“Update Working Fire 2200 block 14th St NW. #DCsBravest have knocked down all visible fire and are working on hotspots. We prevented fire spread to attached exposure buildings. No injuries reported. Heat index 104.” (more…)