Restaurants

“Erik Bruner-Yang’s Paper Horse is popping up at Shop Made in DC from March 5-31.” and “Dolcezza is going to take over the cafe space in April”

By Prince Of Petworth


1330 19th Street, NW

From an email:

“Erik Bruner-Yang’s Paper Horse is popping up at Shop Made in DC from March 5-31. This is the first location outside of a Whole Foods Market for the brand, which will bring a menu of steamed bao buns, collaborative dumplings by Paper House x Peter Chang, along with Bruner-Yang’s Chinese Burgers, a take on a classic street food from the Shaanxi province of China (the bun is made from a yeasted wheat flour dough). I’ve pasted the full menus for you below, and attached photos as well – menus are available from 11am to 8pm Monday-Friday and 11am to 3pm on the weekends.

Also, Dolcezza is going to take over the cafe space in April with its new “Mom + Pop” coffee shop and eatery concept.”

Check out the Paper Horse pop up menu after the jump. (more…)

“José Andrés’ America Eats Tavern to open in Georgetown – Early Summer 2018”

By Prince Of Petworth


3139 M Street, NW via Old Glory’s Facebook

From a press release:

“José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup is proud to announce that this Summer, America Eats Tavern will return to Washington, D.C., offering guests the opportunity to experience an inventive take on some of the country’s most iconic and historic dishes and drinks, with a spotlight on local and regional flavors. Taking up residence in the former Old Glory Bar-B-Que space, America Eats Tavern will be located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood at 3139 M Street NW.

In addition to the American classics that guests know and love, Andrés will be introducing barbeque to the restaurant’s menu to add to the culinary experience, as well as a more casual ambiance. Andrés and his culinary team have conducted extensive research to identify the best products available, highlighting local meats, seafood, wines, cheeses, beers and other products from the mid-Atlantic region. (more…)

Insomnia Cookies Opens Georgetown Location – Get a free cookie through Thursday; H Street, NE Location opening “Next Month”

By Prince Of Petworth


3204 O Street, NW

From a press release:

“Insomnia Cookies, known for its warm, delicious cookies opened in Georgetown on Friday, February 24th. The new bakery at 3204 O Street NW is the company’s second location in the District of Columbia. Insomnia Cookies has a location in Adams Morgan and plans to open a third location in the H Street Corridor next month.

In honor of the grand opening, Insomnia Cookies is offering a free cookie to all customers presenting a coupon at the Georgetown store through March 1st. For more information, opening details and for a free cookie coupon, visit the Insomnia Cookies’ Facebook at www.facebook.com/insomniacookies.

Insomnia Cookies delivers cookies warm out of the oven and straight to their customer’s door all day starting as early as 9AM. (more…)

Uh Oh – Scion Restaurant Space Being Offered “Rare Dupont Retail Condo | Delivered Vacant and Move-in Ready”

By Prince Of Petworth


2100 P Street, NW

Thanks to a reader for passing on potential Scion restaurant news from a Greysteel advertising flyer:

“Fully renovated restaurant condo on a hard corner in DuPont Circle

Located on the Southwest corner of 21st and P Streets NW, just over a block west of DuPont Circle and Metro Station

Turnkey restaurant space delivered vacant; ideal for a new concept or leasing

Excellent street frontage with strong foot traffic, across the street from Starbucks

The zoning, size of the space, and location make this space suitable for a wide range of potential uses”

OP notes: “I haven’t been there in awhile, but spent many a drunken brunch there in my youth. Was surprised to see this land in my inbox – it appears to still be open from what I could find online.”

Scion opened up back in 2009. You can see their menus here. In January 2012 President Obama made a visit. Updates when more is known.

Update from Scion:

“To be clear there are no plans to close right now! However, It has been a wonderful ten years in Dupont but our lease is up next year and with the changing tides of the market we have not yet agreed upon a new rate with the landlord. Negotiations are ongoing and we have a longstanding positive working relationship so we are optimistic. In the meantime the landlord is testing the market on possibly selling the building as is his right and we could possibly vacate early at the end of this year if so negotiated. The winter season is so slow anyway and would be a good time for another tenant to renovate. Ultimately we love Dupont and we hope to stay in the neighborhood for another decade but only if it makes business sense! I’m sure everyone can understand how difficult the environment can be for a small family restaurant such as ours. In the meantime we are still here so come see us soon, we appreciate the neighborhood support!“

Sweetpea’s Classic Soul Food coming to 2851 Georgia Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


2851 Georgia Ave, NW

The evolution of 2851 Georgia continues with Sweetpea’s Classic Soul Food. Thanks to Mark for sending:

“I saw the post on Bun DC and decided to share my experience regarding Sweetpea’s on Georgia (a block away from Bun DC). I too spoke with the owners of Sweetpea’s (very nice people who’s names I wish I remembered) last week and they stated that they ALSO had been waiting months for DC inspection but were planning on opening very soon.”

Check out the menu after the jump. (more…)

Mi Vida Opens at The Wharf; More Coming in March

By Prince Of Petworth


98 District Square, SW

From a press release:

“WHAT:

KNEAD Hospitality + Design founder, Jason Berry and Michael Reginbogin, in partnership with celebrated chef Roberto Santibañez (Chef/owner of NYC’s acclaimed Fonda restaurants) open Mi Vida today at 5pm in Washington, DC’s District Wharf, a new waterfront development located on the Southwest Waterfront overlooking the Potomac River. Santibañez, who created the menu for Mi Vida, is a native of Mexico City and one of the most respected authorities on Mexican Cuisine in the US.

CUSINE: (more…)

Arosto Pizza coming to former Sushi Go Round space in Chinatown

By Prince Of Petworth


701 7th Street, NW

Sushi Go Round closed back in August 2016.

Arosto’s website says:

“Locally family owned and operated, Arosto Pizza offers over 15 signature pizzas, fresh salads, and world class sandwiches served on bread that’s baked to order in our Stone Hearth Pizza Oven.
Arosto Pizza’s homemade dough is crispy, flavorful, and provides the perfect base to the homemade sauces and hearty toppings that Arosto Pizza has to offer.
Stop in for lunch or dinner and grab a glass of Italian wine or bottle of local craft beer to accompany your fire roasted pizza!”

Check out Arosto’s Virginia menu here. Updates as they get closer to opening.

Looking towards Clyde’s and 7th Street:

Logan Circle’s New Sweetgreen Opens Monday

By Prince Of Petworth


1461 P Street, NW

Ed. Note: Blue Bottle Coffee will be taking over the old Sweetgreen space next door.

From an email:

“On Monday, February 26, Sweetgreen will officially open the doors to its new Logan Circle location, just next door to the original P Street shop, at 1461 P St. NW.

The new, larger shop, allows more people in the community to dine in, and introduces online/app ordering to the Logan Circle neighborhood. In addition, the shop features art by Marleigh Culver, a Virginia-born, Brooklyn-based artist.

100% of opening day proceeds will benefit Dreaming Out Loud to develop the farm at Kelly Miller Middle School, an innovative, community-based urban farm in Ward 7 aimed at increasing access to healthy food.

The shop will be open Monday to Sunday, 10:30am – 10pm.”

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