Restaurants - PoPville

Grill Kabob coming to former Bold Bite Space Downtown

Published May 21, 2019 at 10:22PM

1028 19th Street, NW

Thanks to Kim and Jason for sending word. Let’s hope Grill Kabob sticks. Previously this space was home to a Bold Bite, Red Robin Burger Works, Boloco burritos, anyone remember who was before them? (more…)

#lunch

“It finally happened. RIP Hooters.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 21, 2019 at 4:00PM

825 7th Street, NW. Photo by DJ Big Mike

A couple weeks ago we knew the end was nigh. And nigh is now. Thanks to DJ Big Mike for letting us know.

Hooters was listed for lease back in September 2017. STAY TUNED for more info when we learn what becomes of the space. (more…)

#end of an era

ANC Rep says Crepes are Coming to the former Starbucks space in Glover Park

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 21, 2019 at 10:45AM

2300 Wisconsin Ave, NW

ANC Rep Jackie Blumenthal shares with the Glover Park listserv:

“Starbucks Space is Leased To point chaud cafe & crepes!! Looks like a great addition to the neighborhood.”

These are the same folks who used to have a popular spot in Logan Circle and still have a space downtown. Updates as they get closer to opening in Glover Park.

Cafe U Coming to U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 21, 2019 at 10:15AM

1017 U Street, NW

Lovely Yogurt opened up here back in 2012 (before that it was home to the boutique 4NXC.) Lovely Yogurt closed in August 2017 and the space briefly was home to Ron David Clothing Boutique. Stay tuned for Cafe U -“Neighborhood coffee shop serving bagels and unique snacks.” (more…)

“New Japanese Gastropub coming to Dupont”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 20, 2019 at 10:22PM

1301 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Thanks to Sarah for sending:

“Passing along from my walk to work — saw this signage up in a window in between the Luna Diner and the former Starbucks at 1301 Connecticut. It seemed to me like this restaurant would take the space between Luna and the old Starbucks but I couldn’t quite tell. All the Starbucks windows still had the old “for lease” signs in them.”

Nice! This is Tokyo Pearl coming to the former Avenue Jack space. Updates as they get closer to opening.

Erik Bruner-Yang opening a cafe in Navy Yard, opening “end of the summer 2019”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 20, 2019 at 2:45PM

2 I Street, SE. Photo of coming cafe space courtesy Foreign National

From an email:

“RCP Development and Crescent Communities co-developed Novel South Capitol, Southeast DC’s newest community anchor and stylish residences, is partnering with restaurateur Erik Bruner-Yang, a multi-James Beard nominee, and Founder of Foreign National, a Washington DC-based concept development company, to open an original 3,000 square foot day-to-night neighborhood cafe concept that will serve as Novel South Capitol’s ground-floor retail and unique community gathering and dining experience for the whole neighborhood to enjoy. (more…)

End of an Era – After 21 Years La Loma Closed on Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 20, 2019 at 12:15PM

316 Massachusetts Ave, NE

We judged La Loma back in 2011 with, uh, moderate reviews. But for those who lived/worked nearby this a RIP for sure. (more…)

#end of an era

Coming Soon Signage Posted for Korean Steakhouse coming to Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 20, 2019 at 10:15AM

Thanks to Ruth for sending:

“The former Jenkins Capital BBQ space in Columbia Heights will (finally) be replaced by Iron Age, a Korean steak house! Hopefully it’ll last longer than it’s predecessors.”

Iron Age’s website says:

“Welcome to your full DIY Korean barbecue dining experience. Our goal is to provide our guest with amazing memories and moments that they won’t find anywhere else. (more…)