4531 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Even Babe Ruth struck out.
Beefsteak opened in the former Radio Shack space here back in 2016. Thanks to Matt for sending word of the closure: (more…)
Restaurants
inside 751 Wharf Street, SW via Kaliwa
From a press release:
“Fans of Restaurant Eve may remember the Old Town Alexandria restaurant’s popular Lickity Split Lunch as being one of the one of the best deals in town. Now, Chef Cathal Armstrong’s Southeast Asian hotspot on the Wharf, Kaliwa, has launched a new lunch special, the “Masaya” Lunch Box, a compartmental lunch box packed for adults.
Box compartments will change often, with diners able to sample dishes from Thailand, Korea, and the Philippines. (more…)
2300 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Ed. Note: Yesterday we spoke about Starbucks closing 7pm today at 21st and P St, NW, 77H and 9th and G St, NW.
Thanks to Mark for sending us the update on the Glover Park Starbucks closure.
“Glover Park Starbucks last day now officially March 30th, huge loss to the neighborhood , no replacement as of yet.”
As for the replacement, last week a liquor license placard was posted there that said:
“New Class “C” Restaurant serving light American food and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Total Occupancy Load of 100 with seating for 50. Summer Garden with 50 seats.”
However somebody did this: (more…)
99 M Street, SE
From a press release:
“Metropolitan Hospitality Group (MHG) – a locally owned and operated restaurant group focused on providing exceptional seasonal fare, craft cocktails and hospitality – announces the opening of Él Bebe, a vibrant taco and tequila bar and restaurant, at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26th. Located at Skanska’s 99M Street SE development, Él Bebe occupies the adjoining space to the recently opened CIRCA at Navy Yard.
Él Bebe, which translates to ‘he drinks,’ was conceived of as a passion project– exactly the type of place the team at Metropolitan Hospitality Group would want to unwind themselves after a long day. Menu items by Executive Chef Javier Loayza focus on bold creations inspired by Mexican flavors and include tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas and burritos in addition to main entrée platters and desserts. Signature items on the menu include: (more…)
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With Peking Express transitioning to Jerk and with Lalibela moving it got me thinking about how long the Yum’s next door will last and where’s the best carryout Chinese in general. Feels like they used to be on every corner but now they are dwindling. So before they vanish completely where are the best one’s left? Also, where’s the best carryout period?
Thanks to Andrew for sending us this morning:
“apparently Taylor Gourmet is still alive and well at DCA Terminal B?”
Last noted in September, how long will they last?
“It is the time you have wasted for your rose that makes your rose so important.”
-Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Oof – thanks to Doug for sending from Ledo Pizza last night. Internet sleuths – do your work!
814 H Street, NE
Back in August we learned that The Outsider would be “serving a full menu of Japanese fare, cocktails, beer, and wine”.
This was previously the home to H Street Coffee and SOVA before them. (more…)
14th and P Street, NW
Farewell Lalibela in your new digs! [And of course RIP Playbill Cafe]. They moved from 14th and P to 1608 7th Street, NW near Dacha, the new spot from Thip Khao and across the street from the Passenger and Ivy & Coney et al.
End of an era for this corner:
New location: (more…)
1210 18th Street, NW just off Connecticut north of M Street
From Nando’s Peri Peri:
“After an extensive two-month renovation, Nando’s PERi-PERi will fire up its grills again near Dupont Circle (1210 18th Street, NW) starting Wednesday, February 20th, at 11am.
After 10 years of operation in a stately, historic building, the 18th Street Nando’s was ready for a major revamp. Today, the restaurant features a new kitchen, draft beer taps and beautifully re-designed dining areas. The customer take-out experience has been vastly improved, with a grab-and-go beverage refrigerator and a convenient order pick-up area near the host stand. (more…)