Thanks to Liz for sending:
“another one bites the dust in Chinatown. Saw this on the California Tortilla this morning, with all the windows papered over”
California Tortilla joins RFD, Ping Pong Dim Sum and Fuddruckers as relatively recent closures in Chinatown. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
728 7th Street, NW
3501 Georgia Ave, NW
“Opening soon. Sweet Sosumba serves up classic vegan dishes with a distinct Jamaican flavor.”
looking south towards Park Road
And today was a good day.
From a press release:
“Starting Wednesday, May 16, residents throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia can order Popeyes using UberEATS, an on-demand meal delivery service powered by the Uber platform.
We’re excited to announce that we’ve teamed up with Popeyes to deliver their classic fried chicken and signature sides dishes in Washington, DC – with more cities rolling out soon. Uber Eats is available at 58 Popeyes restaurants in DC. For Popeye’s, Uber Eats effectively expands their capacity and reach to be able to serve a whole new network of potential customers.”
Thanks to Andy for sending. For those not familiar with Little Havana:
“Located at 3704 14th Street NW, just a few doors down from Solis’ celebrated Mezcalero Cocina Mexicana, Little Havana will serve Cubano cuisine-Cuban food inspired by the entirety of Latin America. The menu will include soups, sandwiches, pastries, Cuban coffee, and medium-sized entrees.”
3704 14th Street, NW at Quincy
Georgia and Shepard St, NW
Back in February we first learned about Ice N Slice coming to Old Lawrence II space. A few more details have emerged from their liquor license placard says:
“New Class “D” American restaurant that will serve pizza, and hot and cold sandwiches. The restaurant will have 25 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 35. The licensee is requesting a Sidewalk Café with 30 seats.”
Updates as they get closer to opening.
3937 Georgia Avenue, NW
3000 12th Street, NE via Primrose DC
From an email:
“Primrose has just launched Weekend Lunch, offered every Saturday and Sunday from 11am – 2pm, in the restaurant or on their newly opened patio.
courtesy Primrose
Primrose Weekend Lunch Menu (PDF)
Guests can enjoy French classics like Croque Monsieur with black forest ham, béchamel and gruyere or Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée as well as well as breakfast favorites including Parfait au Yogourt with honey, berries and toasted oats and French Toast topped with strawberries, basil and a drizzle of maple syrup. To wash down the French fare, Sebastian Zutant, co-founder and certified sommelier, curates a robust wine list including a shareable rosé by the liter: J. Mourat Noir Blend rosé ($44). Guests can opt for signature cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages including a selection of teas, as well as espresso and Americano.”
2435 18th Street, NW
Unfortunately some sad news out of Adams Morgan. Rosario has closed “effective immediately.” They opened up back in March 2017.
Owner John Andrade says:
“Despite it’s multitude of 4 and 5 star ratings Rosario was just not able to generate enough revenue in the off peak hours to make the concept profitable. We all love this concept dearly but at the end of the day sales are what truly matters. Therefore, I have decided to close doors and prepare to rebrand as a Taqueria, my personal favorite style of food and a concept that I have long wanted to open. After all, who doesn’t like a great margarita? I hope to open within the next few months.”
This is the former Toledo Lounge space (then briefly Libertine.)
1778 U Street, NW
Back in March of last year we shared the devastating news that Duccini’s had raised their jumbo slice prices by a $1. A reader, rightly, declared “dark times.” Until yesterday that is. Thanks to Mikaela Lefrak for sharing the great news (shouts of joy could be heard all the way from Willard to Columbia Road. Seriously.) Ed. Note: It’s not clear if said screams were jumbo slice related. At any rate – rejoice!!
395 Morse Street, NE around the corner from the new Trader Joe’s and next door to Pluma Cafe
From Shouk:
“FREE PITA OR BOWL
#HolyShouk….store #2 OPENS at 395 Morse St NE (a block from #UnionMarket) BE ONE OF THE FIRST 100 people in line at 11am FOR A FREEBIE! HUGE pantry stocked w/our hummus, harissa, cashew lebneh, CHOCOLATE HUMMUS (yes…it’s amazing) and other goodies”
Check out their full menu here.
Shouk’s first location in Mount Vernon Squangle at 655 K Street, NW opened back in May 2016.
Oh my!! Thanks to Shane for passing on from Instagram:
“Smokin’ PIG BBQ Restaurant & Bar 1208 H st North East WDC Grand opening summer 2018. Stay tune….Our RIB’S are LEGENDARY!”
This is the former Kitty’s Saloon space that closed back in September. STAY TUNED.
1208 H Street, NE