Restaurants

Update: Reopened! Daikaya Closed by Department of Health on Valentine’s Day

By Prince Of Petworth


705 6th Street, NW

Ouch. Thanks to Alex for sending last night.

If anyone works nearby, please let us know if they’ve reopened!

Update from Daikaya:

“On Thursday, February 14th we were notified regarding various issues at Daikaya by the DOH. We took immediate action investigating and correcting all issues brought to our attention the same day we received the report from the DOH but were not able to schedule the re-inspection the same day. We were able to schedule the re-inspection with the DOH this morning, Daikaya passed the re-inspection, and we were able to reopen for lunch today. The safety of our guests is our absolute priority, and to ensure their safety and trust, we have proactively put procedures in place to prevent any further issues moving forward. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our guests, and look forward to providing the same enjoyable service and positive experiences our guests have grown to love at Daikaya.”

Lazy Kate’s Bistro coming to 23rd and N Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


23rd and N Street, NW

The liquor license placard for Lazy Kate’s Bistro says:

“New bistro preparing and serving modern American-style food. Summer Garden with 109 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 209 with seating for 100 inside premises. **The licensee is also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment indoors only.”

Updates as they get closer to opening.

Supper Club at Call Your Mother “Forget fancy, shmanzy, secret supper clubs, we’re all about being fun, casual, and communal.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Georgia and Lamont St, NW

“Like Dinner at You Mama’s House, But Way Tighter (& with More Booze)!”

From an email:

“The “Jew-ish” deli gained a cult-like following quickly after opening their store in October 2018, and now has opened their doors after hours for Supper Club.

Call Your Mother owner and DC local, Andrew Dana, transforms the deli into a themed-supper club for 18 guests–joining the community for an intimate, family-style dinner.” (more…)

Sneak Peek Inside the Japanese Street Food & Omakase Restaurant, Zeppelin, Opening “Late February” in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


9th and Q Street, NW

Last week we wrote that Zeppelin “Sushi, Yakitori, and Karaoke”, from the owners of Chaplin’s would be opening this month in Shaw. Lots more info from a press release:


Photo Credit Robert Fairbairn for TheApertureGroup.co

“Mixologists and brothers Ari and Micah Wilder, along with their partners Adrian Williams and Minoru Ogawa, are pleased to announce the late February opening of their latest concept, Zeppelin, at 1544 9th Street, NW, 20001. Zeppelin will offer an omakase experience, along with Edomae (Edo-style) sushi, yakitori and other Japanese items hand-selected by Chef/Partner Minoru Ogawa from the Toyosu Market in Tokyo, Japan, and imported directly to the restaurant. Guests can anticipate over 30 different varieties of seasonal fish and shellfish, which will pair well with the restaurants collection of premium sake and craft cocktails. (more…)

Check Out newly opened The Pembroke (which replaced Cafe Dupont)

By Prince Of Petworth


1500 New Hampshire Avenue, NW

From a press release:

“After a dramatic transformation, the space formerly known as Cafe Dupont reopens as The Pembroke, beginning its inaugural dinner service tonight, February 8, with a complete makeover and all-new food & drink menus.

The farm-and-sea-to-table restaurant (1500 New Hampshire Avenue NW) seats 127 guests inside and boasts a 78-person seasonal terrace outdoors, adjacent to the venue’s stunning wall of floor-to-ceiling windows.


Photo credit: Rey Lopez

Interior designer Martin Brudnizki led the redesign, updating the restaurant with plush blue velvet semicircle banquettes, coral couches, brass light fixtures and hardware, marble tabletops and much more. (more…)

“Beer, Bourbon and BBQ joint” coming to Upshur Street in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


8th and Upshur St, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Old Ruta Del Vino to become a Beer Bourbon and BBQ joint with soft opening in March or April said John, one of the three co-owners of the new business.

Ed. Note: Ruta Del Vino closed after two years back in November.

We peeked in to the window today [Sunday] and John came out to talk to us. (more…)

“More Bad Luck for Panas”

By Prince Of Petworth


2029 P Street, NW

Oof, thanks to Doug for sending: “Panas just can’t catch a break.”

A couple weeks ago we reported that Panas Gourmet Empandadas were shut down by the Department of Health. Panas says due to their business license being expired. Panas opened up at 2029 P Street, NW back in June 2010. Updates when they reopen.

Circa Navy Yard opening Monday February 11th at 4pm for happy hour!

By Prince Of Petworth


99 M Street, SE

Thanks to Lindsay for sending.

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 CIRCA at Navy Yard on Monday, February 11, in the Washington, DC Navy Yard neighborhood at 99 M Street, SE. CIRCA at Navy Yard marks the first of two Navy Yard openings for the MHG team, who will welcome Él Bebe, a tacos and tequila concept, in the adjoining space in the coming weeks.

CIRCA at Navy Yard is the fourth outpost for CIRCA, which has locations in Chinatown, Foggy Bottom and Clarendon. The new restaurant will initially open at 4pm daily for happy hour and dinner, with lunch and brunch to follow. Menu items include CIRCA signature dishes from Culinary Director Mike Huff, including: (more…)

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