433 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Thanks to Bree for sending: “Le Pain Quotidien is closing on 4th and Mass. In the words of a colleague, “Maybe its because it takes 15 minutes for them to make a piece of toast. And because they also charge $15 for said piece of toast.”
Flashback to 2009: (more…)
Inside 43 N Street, NW. Photos by Jonathan M. Rogers
Republic Cantina has finally soft opened (ish)!!!!! Thanks to Jonathan for teasing us this morning with these photos:
“I’m eating breakfast in my neighborhood and it’s amazing. Delicious and kid friendly.”
I’ve obtained an email from Republic Cantina that says:
“Note: we have not yet opened to the general public but wanted to give our loyal Republic Kolache fans a preview of what we’ve been working on for a couple years now. Stay tuned for the full launch news.” (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Ken Yu
Here are the previous best/let’s do this lists for – Carryouts, best Thai, best liquor stores, best Ramen, best Bars, best Indian and Pakistani, best Italian/Pizza/Deli, best Mexican/Salvadoran/Central/Cuban/Latin, best burgers/fries, best bakery/bagels, best Gyms, best Ethiopian , best Sushi, best bookstores, best movie theaters, best sports bars, and best barbers and hair salons.
Today’s query is a reader request. With the coming closure of Masa 14 in August – where are your favorite brunch spots these days!
Ed. Note: This was also a reader requested query back in 2013 – you can see those recs here.
1401 Pennsylvania Ave, SE. Photo by Harrison O’Neill
Harrison writes:
“Signs now up for The Roost and Show of Hands at the Blackbird construction site!”
Washington CityPaper reported:
“Nick Farrell will lead the first bar to take shape in the 12,500-square-foot space, Show of Hands. You’ve tasted his cocktails at Iron Gate and Hazel.
Within The Roost, NRG will compliment Show of Hands with a beer bar from Greg Engert, plus a host of eateries.”
STAY TUNED.
Connecticut and Ordway Street, NW
Ed. Note: I stopped by to get these photos yesterday and it was the biggest emergency response I have ever seen. These photos don’t do justice to how many responders where there. There were at least two ladder truck, 3 or 4 pumper trucks, multiple police cars, and other fire department vehicles.
Thanks to Eric for passing on from St. Arnold’s Cleveland Park & The Abbey yesterday:
“Hey everyone! Unfortunately there was a large fire at our Cleveland park location this afternoon.
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We will be closed until further notice at Cleveland Park. (more…)
2204 18th Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending: “I noticed the place was empty and then confirmed it with the owner.” Bummer. This turned into a nice Ethiopian option and happy hour spot over the years.
Updates when we learn what happens to the space.
449 K Street, NW
One of the craziest openings seems to have quietly closed. Ray’s opened here after many delays back in 2015.
Thanks to Brent for sending: “Ray’s Hell Burger is closed.” Capital Orange writes:
“front desk at vida told me Rays is closed for good. Looks like it inside too.” (more…)
via google maps
A liquor license placard for Proper 21 at 2031 K Street, NW says:
“A new C Restaurant serving American cuisine. Seating Capacity of 120, Total Occupancy Load of 240 and a Summer Garden with 60 Seats. The license will include an Entertainment Endorsement for the inside of the premises only.” (more…)
1724 L Street, NW
Ed. Note: See their menu here.
From a press release:
“June 25th is National Leon Day. It’s true, the National Day Calendar says so. This holiday is six months away from Christmas Day aka Noel. And what is Noel spelled backward? None other than Leon.
In the spirit of giving, LEON, the pioneer of “Naturally Fast Food” will give away free meals to all guests Leon, Leona, Noel, Noelle or anything vaguely similar. (more…)
3115 14th Street, NW
Been getting a few messages about this over the last couple weeks. Most recently TJ reports:
“looks like they took down all the Choong Man branding from the windows. Dont know whats going on with the menu, if they still have chicken. I am fascinated by the constant concept overhauls over the last few years…”
Anyone know if they still have chicken? sushi?
STAY TUNED.