Thanks to Sofie (and Erin) for sending:
“The Carving Room in NoMa looks like it’ll open soon! Interior decor looks awesome. Admittedly I’m less excited now than when they announced in 2017 since we now have actual options nearby (Red Bear, The Eleanor, Streets Market, etc.) but I’ll definitely welcome CR to the neighborhood.”
Sneak a peek inside, looks awesome: (more…)
17degreesdc reports to us yesterday from the Hooters in Chinatown:
“Didn’t stop to ask if it was temporary or permanent. Might mean something but not sure what exactly.” (more…)
1300 Connecticut Ave, NW
HipCityVeg openedtheir first D.C. location in Chinatown back in 2016. You can check out their menu here.
This is the formerChickery (previously home to Black and Orange/Rogue States burger spot) which closed back in February 2018. (more…)
Photo: Morgan West
From email:
“For the month of May, Brookland’s Finest Chef/Co-Owner Shannan Troncoso will upgrade her monthly distiller dinners for the warmer months. Typically offered as a prix fixe option every Tuesday evening, the dinners will feature Troncoso’s popular crab boils alongside beers from local breweries. Starting on May 7, the “Brookland Crab Boil” will be available every Tuesday in May, featuring local blue crab with sweet corn, red potatoes, and Andouille sausage in a spicy Old Bay broth. (more…)
Over the weekend a few folks had a scare seeing Florida Avenue Grill’s iconic sign down. Good news and bad news. Bad news is that the sign has cracked “beyond repair.” Good news from the folks at the Grill: (more…)
1727 Connecticut Ave, NW
A tipster sends word that Arqa Lebanese Fusion Restaurant and Bar has either opened or will open shortly in the (former) Bistro Bistro space.
From a Craigslist ad:
“ARQA is named after the small village in Lebanon that is home to the delicious flavors of the Mediterranean. Simple, comforting cuisine is showcased in the form of mezze (middle eastern tastings) and small plates. (more…)
3630 Georgia Avenue, NW
First Smitty’s and now I spotted the owner of Tsehay Ethiopian Restaurant over the weekend. She says they are on track for a “late May” opening. They are located right next door to DC Reynolds – stay tuned for an exact opening date and a look at the menu soon too.
Thanks to Grant and Justin for sending photos of Kitsuen.
Justin asks: “Did this place ever actually open?”
Grant reports:
“Basically still bones. I doubt they’ll be opening in Fall 2018.” (more…)
3103 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
Thanks to Terry for sending. The French-Ethiopian Cafe, Addis Paris, opened in the former Lia Cafe in March 2018.
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
11th and Florida Ave, NW
Kristin reported on Saturday: “I passed by there this morning on the way to an event and either they’re renovating (and replacing their sign?) or something’s up.”
I walked past on Saturday too and the place was full so hopefully just getting the sign fixed, again. Collard Green shortage sign was still in effect too. Hopefully the original sign is restored. (more…)