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Latin American-inspired Seven Reasons Opens Tuesday in the former Piola space on 14th

Published April 11, 2019 at 10:15AM

2208 14th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Seven Reasons – a bold dining experience by lauded Chef Enrique Limardo – offering his creative take on Latin American-inspired cuisine opens on Tuesday, April 16 at 2208 14th Street, NW. The name is a fun nod to numerology, where the number seven symbolizes one who is searching for new experiences. With his debut Washington restaurant, Chef Limardo will offer an exceptional culinary experience while having fun with texture, flavor and plating. Designed in collaboration with Miami-based Valentina Story, the space is inspired by the diverse landscapes of South America. (more…)

Collard Greens Shortage Hits Florida Avenue Grill!!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 11, 2019 at 9:45AM

This is not a drill. And it’s no joke – climate change is to blame:

“You can clearly seen the impacts of the 2018 wet weather pattern and the influence of Hurricanes Florence and Hurricane Michael, respectively. Many of the places in blue (very wet) on that map are places that grow collard greens. Flooding and field inundation in Texas and the southeastern United States reduced crop yields and forced farmers to harvest early. Collard greens are also grown in California, which experienced significant challenges from Santa Ana wind-driven fires. Growers report torn leaves and scarring.” (more…)

#PSA

Rendering at the former Mason Inn/Gin & Tonic/ Grog & Tankard

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 10, 2019 at 10:22PM | Updated April 11, 2019 at 8:53AM

Thanks to Sarah for sending: “Is something going in where mason inn used to be??? Sign (above) on window at Mason shows photos of new restaurants concept and is labeled with gronning architects which did ghibbelina, ari’s diner, bourbon and so on.”

Anyone hear anything? STAY TUNED.

2408 Wisconsin Ave, NW

#youre welcome eater

Kitchen Cray coming to H Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 10, 2019 at 11:45AM

13th and H Street, NE

Thanks to Grant for sending. Check out Kitchen Cray’s Lanham, Maryland menus here. Standby for updates as they get closer to opening.

Progress Continues at the Surfside coming to Tenleytown

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 9, 2019 at 10:22PM

4200 Wisconsin Avenue, NW at Van Ness Street

Happy to report that major progress continues at the Surfside coming to the former Ruby Tuesday/Firelake Grill space on Wisconsin. They’ve just applied for a liquor license:

“A new Retailer’s Class C Restaurant with a seating capacity of 146 and a Total Occupancy Load of 206.”

Check out their menus here.

Also a “Sidewalk Café with 50 seats”: (more…)

Cafe Fili coming to NoMa

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 9, 2019 at 12:45PM

701 2nd Street, NE at G Street

Thanks to Julia for sending:

“New advertising spotted in the retail space at 2nd and G NE (the floor of Station House) (more…)

#lunch

Alessio’s Corner Market coming to Eckington

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 9, 2019 at 11:45AM

138 U Street, NE

Thanks to John for sending:

“This is sitting right inside the door of the old Yangs in Eckington. It says “Alessio’s Corner Market”

Back in December Eckington was gutted to learn that the super popular Yang Market would be closing after two years.

Updates on Alessio’s as we learn more/they get closer to opening.

Phillips Signage Finally Goes Up at former Tortilla Coast Space in Logan

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 9, 2019 at 10:15AM

Thanks to Emily and Matt for sending. Last year we learned that Phillips Seafood & Steaks + “Street Carts – quick, casual Asian food” would be replacing Tortilla Coast.

Phillip’s website says about Street Carts: (more…)

Whoa, Pennsylvania 6 abruptly closed downtown

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 8, 2019 at 1:45PM

1350 I Street, NW prior to opening

Thanks to Dan for passing on from their website:

Pennsylvania 6 opened here back in November 2015. Previously this space was home to Tuscana West for 20 years.

Updates when we learn what becomes of the space next.

#youre welcome eater

Honeysuckle closed after Saturday night’s service on M Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 7, 2019 at 10:22PM

1990 M Street, NW

Sad announcement from Honeysuckle’s owner Friday night:

“I announce with a heavy heart, honeysuckle last service will be tomorrow night. Thanks to all the staff past and present. And thanks to all the wonderful customers that have shown us unbelievable love!”

Honeysuckle opened with great fanfare back in 2017. They had big shoes to fill as this is the space that was previously home to Vidalia for 20 years. (more…)