Restaurants

“Raise the Roof In the Rain Forest at El Techo’s Seasonal Pop-Up, Selva”

By Prince Of Petworth


606 Florida Ave, NW courtesy El Techo

From a press release:

“El Techo is Making it Rain Latin Fare, Crave-worthy Cocktails,and Vacation Vibes at Its Rain forest-Inspired Winter Pop-up, Selva

8-hour smoked brisket tacos, breakfast nachos, and spiked jarritos served in a skull can all be spotted at Selva, El Techo’s seasonal popup for a cause

When owner Louie Hankins dreamed up El Techo, he did so with his time living and working on the tropical beaches of Ibiza in mind. Through his inspiration, Shaw’s  “adult tree house” was born, bringing with it wanderlust- worthy cocktails, Latin fare, and most importantly, vacation vibes. (more…)

‘Shawarma Hut’ opens in the former Petworth Cafe space

By Prince Of Petworth


3657 Georgia Ave, NW just across the street from the Petworth metro

Thanks to Jes for sending:

“In the spot where Petworth Cafe used to be- shawarma with a side of copyright infringement.

It doesn’t appear to be anywhere close to opening yet, but they painted that awful chartreuse awning brown and put this up in the past few days.”

Ed. Note: A commenter says it’s already open!

Update: False alarm, deal fell through.

By Prince Of Petworth


4304 Connecticut Ave, NW

Update: Van Ness Main Streets tells me deal fell through, updates when we learn who really does take over the space.

Thanks to Anna for sending:

“Was just searching Chipotle’s website for closest location and found that there’s one “Coming Soon” to 4304 Connecticut Ave NW where Parklane Dry Cleaners used to be.” (more…)

Lunch Alert: Espita Lonchería – Launching Monday in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


inside Espita Mezcaleria 9th and N Street, NW

From an email:

“On Monday, January 7th, Espita will launch Espita Lonchería, a casual lunch-counter service from 11am – 2pm Monday – Friday. Guests will be able to enjoy lunch fare, Espita-style with small plates like Guacamole, Escabeche (pickled vegetables), Tacos (Al Pastor, Pescado, Brussels Sprouts, and Chorizo), Avocado Tostada, Endive Salad, and Huarache (wagyu beef crudo), among other savory items and desserts. (more…)

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