It really is Quiznos all over again. Thanks to Ken for sending:
“The Great Restaurant Closure of 19th Street continues! I received this email this morning about the ABP closing at 19th and M NW. This was the last one in this area. Wonder what will go in the space.”
STAY TUNED.
via Hank’s at the Park
From Hank’s:
“Your favorite oyster bar has teamed up with your favorite baseball team. Welcome to Hank’s at the Park!”
Update: Hank’s got a little premature in their excitement, “Hank’s Oyster Bar / Jamie Leeds Restaurant Group is still in talks with Nationals Stadium to be at the ballpark.” Updates if/when it’s finalized.
T-13 days till Nats pitchers and catchers report!!
438 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Scuttlebutt confirmed. I hear the new joint should open in 2-3 months. Standby for an exact opening date.
From a press release:
“After seven years with Sixth Engine in DC’s Mt. Vernon Triangle neighborhood, the partners of Long Shot Hospitality [Long Shot] are selling the business [excluding the name] to the team behind The Pub and the People.
The space, which dates from 1855, and served as the oldest firehouse in the District until it was decommissioned in 1974, found new life with Long Shot. Since its restoration and renovation in 2011, it has been a vibrant dining and bar location, beloved for local craft brews, handcrafted cocktails, and imaginative American fare. (more…)
Kouign Amann
From an email:
“Pluma by Bluebird Bakery is nearing our 1st year anniversary on Feb. 3rd which falls on Sunday. To celebrate and thank all of our loyal customers, we will giving out 50 free Kouign Amann to the first 50 customers at the shop and also have all day $5 mimosas! (more…)
500 8th Street, SE
Finally word on District Soul Food‘s opening (in the former Banana Cafe space) – February 2nd.
District Soul Food’s website says:
“District Soul Food Restaurant and Lounge will be providing a unique mix of southern cuisine and live entertainment featuring a selection of delicious soul food and signature cocktails. Owners Craig Parkinson CEO, David Roundtree, COO, Christopher Alston, Chris Everette, and Eddie Reynolds are excited to bring District Soul Food Restaurant to the heart of barracks row in Capitol Hill. Executive Chef John Fearrington (La Residence, True Flavors Southern Diner) will bring a menu strongly influenced by Southern flavors. Our Sweet potato pound cake will be one of the items that is sure to have customers coming back time and time again. District Soul Food Restaurant and Lounge will operate as a restaurant, Cigar Lounge, accompanied with a food truck and catering services for special events. (more…)
12th and Jackson Street, NE
From an email:
“Brookland’s Finest’s co-owners John Solomon (Solly) and Tony Tomelden, will host a special salty + bitter happy hour at the bar (menu attached) on Valentine’s Day, February 14th, with salty snacks/desserts, happy hour priced IPAs, and cocktails featuring Campari, Amaro, and bitters.
The menu will be available at the bar all evening, from 4pm – close.
The Salty + Bitter Menu, available for walk-ins at the bar, is below: (more…)
1333 19th Street, NW
Just south of Dupont Circle. Signage went up a couple weeks ago and they’ve already opened. A good lunch option? (more…)
3632 Georgia Ave, NW
Also formerly home to Walters Sports Bar. Anyone take an early taste?
Check out some of the menu: (more…)
Right? (more…)
2029 P Street, NW
This is the former Tangy Sweet, Tasti D-Lite, Zeke’s DC Donutz, Tom Foolery and most recently the IcyCode space. sorellina looks very promising. I also hear there will be pastrami…
Their website says:
“in italian, sorellina means ”little sister”.
we created this joint to celebrate our sisters, families, friends, and the simple food that brings us together.
we use mostly organic & local ingredients.”
Their instagram says:
“sorellina
deli & cocktails
neighborhood joint
dupont circle dc
littler sister of @emissary_dc”
Peek inside: (more…)