Bresca, 1906 14th St, NW at T Street
Following this year’s Bib Gourmand selections – meet this year’s starred Michelin restaurants, including a three star for the first time! From Michelin:
“MICHELIN Guide Washington, D.C. 2019 Results
Three Stars
The Inn at Little Washington
Two Stars
minibar
Pineapple and Pearls
One Star (more…)
927 F Street, NW
Co Co Sala closed after 10 years back in February. Now we know who will be taking over the space – Scotts DC.
The liquor license placard says:
“New Class “C” Restaurant American brasserie serving fresh salads, carved meats, homemade charcuterie, and fresh seafood. Restaurant will feature a British décor and have a full bar with an emphasis on malt whiskies and fine liquors. The licensee requests an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment. Total Occupancy Load of 180 with seating for 147 patrons.”
STAY TUNED.
1720 14th Street, NW
Some people will dismiss them because of their stupid puns and/or because they’re from New York City but they will be making a massive mistake. The Meatball Shop is delicious and they need to hurry the hell up. Still listed as “Opening soon!” STAY TUNED.
This is the former Cork space.
Check out The Meatball Shop’s NYC menus here.
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Photos by KJ Phillips
Thanks to KJ Phillips for sending the Magnolia Bakery update:
“They opened yesterday to a crowd of about 60 waiting with bated breath.”
Previously we learned:
“Founded in New York City’s West Village in 1996, Magnolia Bakery first gained a reputation for its charming vintage decor, inviting atmosphere, and fresh-from-scratch desserts. (more…)
2334 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Alex for sending the update on the Laliguras Indian & Nepali Bistro coming to Glover Park:
“last weekend there was a uhaul delivering a bunch of furniture into the new glover laliguras! I think they should be open soon!”
Updates when we get an exact opening date. In the meantime the Wingo’s has opened down the block.
Ed. Note: This is the former Bruegger’s Bagels space.
2040 I Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
…but it doesn’t look good. I walked by during lunchtime [Friday] and they are cleaning it out. Not sure what happened, but when they closed it appears as though they left everything in place to rot. I could smell a putrid stench wafting from the open doors and windows. Lots of bags of rotten trash and boxes of unused oil, salt and paper goods sitting along the sidewalk.”
1724 L Street, NW
This is the former Au Bon Pain space that closed back in March.
Their website says:
“When we looked around for inspiration, we were drawn to the richness, flavours and natural healthiness of Mediterranean cooking. We base our food around the Mediterranean diet, meaning our menu focuses on fruits and vegetables, whole grains, seeds and unrefined cereals. We look to replace butter with healthier fats such as olive oil, use spices and herbs instead of salt to flavour dishes and look to encourage more chicken and fish in our diets, with a little red meat thrown in for good measure. We do also understand the need to have a treat, be it a glass of red wine or something sweet, but only as a small part of our diet.”
Check out Leon’s Menus here.
1727 Wisconsin Ave, NW at S Street
This is the former SweetFrog frozen yogurt space and Miller & Arney antique shop before them. Thanks to Rachel for sending: “There’s a location in Bethesda and it’s really gooooood!”
Fresh Baguette’s Website says:
“Fresh Baguette is THE authentic French bakery in Bethesda
Our bakery is named after its signature product, the traditional baguette. Our master baker leaves nothing to chance and uses the very best French techniques: a cold dough process that develops unique flavors, homemade “levain” (leaven), and an oven imported from France with a stone based sole for outstanding baking. The result is a baguette that is light, airy, with just the right crunch and doesn’t require a trip to France. And we bake baguettes throughout the day, so you can always get a fresh one.
In addition to our traditional baguette, we offer a wide variety of breads all prepared and baked with the same care: (more…)
2737 Sherman Avenue, NW
Thanks to Nita for sending word about Napoli Pasta Bar, great news for Park View/Pleasant Plains/Columbia Heights!!
“We are excited to recognize Napoli Pasta Bar, which opened in March of this year. The place is a real win for Sherman Ave., and the kitchen delivers serious and authentic Neapolitan fare. The neighborhood-friendly, laid back atmosphere makes for a fine pairing with the wonderfully prepared dishes.”
For those not familiar with the accolade:
“Introduced in 1955, Bib Gourmand restaurants are selected by Michelin’s famously anonymous food inspectors, who choose restaurants serving high quality food on their menus and make it possible to order two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less (tax and gratuity not included).”
Here is the complete Bib Gourmand Selection released yesterday: (more…)
19th and L Street, NW
Thanks to Caitlin for sending:
“building at 19 and L down to studs and everything but sweetgreen gone. Employee just told me they’ll close for a year starting in December!”
That will leave a serious salad vacuum – stand by!