Restaurants

Laoban Dumplings opens in Foggy Bottom Today – Check Out the Menu

By Prince Of Petworth


Photos by Clarissa Villondo courtesy Laoban Dumpling

First Bindaas Indian and now Dumplings. Not bad Foggy Bottom. Not bad at all…

From a press release:

“Former consultant and venture capitalist turned restaurateur, Patrick Coyne, is pleased to announce the opening of his first fast casual dumpling concept, Laoban Dumplings, at 2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW today, Monday, November 6. The outpost is meant to recreate the authentic and fun dumpling shop experience Coyne enjoyed in the Chinese province of Hunan while teaching English a few years ago.

“I am very excited to open this shop, which I have been envisioning for really long time,” said Coyne. “Dumplings are approachable, beloved, convenient, and comforting. Every culture has a version of them. The combination of dough and filling is something everyone is already familiar with.”

The opening comes after a string of sold-out pop-ups held around Washington, D.C., including stops at Compass Rose where Coyne debuted a khachapuri dumpling – a Gregorian-inspired bite filled with cheese and egg and pan-fried in butter; and On Rye where he featured a Reuben dumpling – a magical combination of the classic American deli sandwich with this Chinese staple. His take on the Lebanese version of a Shish barak dumpling – filled with ground beef, pine nuts, spices and garlic and served with a garlic and mint yogurt dipping sauce – was hailed by Zagat as one of the best versions in the country.

Guests can anticipate an array of dumplings that take traditional Chinese ingredients and recombine them to create new offerings. (more…)

Hando Mendo Sushi Opens Monday in Logan Circle – Peek Inside

By Prince Of Petworth


1315 14th Street, NW

Hando Mendo’s website says:

“Our new restaurant introduces a fresh, new concept that will blow your mind.

It took many years of studying the Japanese art of hospitality and casual dining to get to where we are today, and now we are ready to present our skills and services to you! We are confident in our skills as they are backed by 20 years of experience in the industry. We only use the highest-quality, freshest ingredients because our commitment to our guests is our top priority!

We guarantee we will change your whole outlook on sushi.

From premium koshihikari rice native to the Chubu region that is known for their firm ,sweet, and milky after taste to the freshly harvested organic yaki nori from Kyushu. Rice and Nori that is something truly to be respected in our temaki.

Our restaurant introduces a beautiful sushi bar with relaxed modernized settings in the simplest form.

Our experts will thoroughly surprise and impress you with a creative assortment of hand rolls that you will love. We believe once you take just one bite of our hando medo rolls, you will instantly crave for more. Itadakimasu”

I took a peek inside Saturday and was told they’d be opening Monday:

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

Sneak Peek Inside Bindaas – Foggy Bottom – Opening Monday

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Bindaas

From Bindaas:

“Menu Description: Guests can anticipate savory snacks, kebabs, with vegetarian options as well as pork, fish, chicken and beef street food dishes that are easy on the wallet. A small sampling from Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderman’s opening menu will include dishes such as Chicken Farcha Burger, marinated chicken, malt vinegar, chili and curry leaves, served on a pao bun with beet and tomato chutney; Wada Pao, seasonal vegetables, potatoes, mustard seeds and curry leaves, served with pao bun, mint and cilantro chutney; Chicken Curry, house-made chicken curry with tomatoes and garam masala, served with saffron rice as well as Vegetable Curry, seasonal vegetables with paneer, ginger, chilies and cashews, served with saffron rice. (more…)

“it’s quietly an absolute gem of a restaurant/lounge”

By Prince Of Petworth


2218 18th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

The three wonderful women who purchased Awash and transformed it into Asmara about a year ago have poured a heck of a lot of TLC into the joint and it’s quietly an absolute gem of a restaurant/lounge.

They are open 7 days a week from 11am to 2am (3am on Fri/Sat) and serve fantastic Ethiopian/Eritrean & American cuisine all day & all night (–superb late night alternative to jumbo slice). Breakfast is also available all day & all night. And their “Early Bird Special” (pasta with choice of sauce & any n/a beverage for $6.99 or a vegetarian platter with enjera & any n/a beverage for $7.99) is available from noon to 6pm. Happy Hour is 4 to 8 all seven days of the week ($3 beers!–including imports & small craft collection).

Also, the upstairs lounge there, or “Studio Ga Ga”, as it is colloquially known as, has become the unofficial nightly hang-out spot for the old Dr. Clock’s/Asylum/Toledo Lounge/Millie & Al’s/Angles diaspora and features a New Wave/’80’s-heavy playlist and host of $8 absinthe drinks.”

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

“Policy’s striking redesign will blend the local festive spirit with the unique personality of the city”

By Prince Of Petworth


1906 14th St, NW at T Street, upstairs from newly opened Bresca on first floor

From a press release:

“Nearly a decade ago, Raj Multani, opened Policy Restaurant in the 14th St corridor of Washington, DC. This corner restaurant marked the beginning of an exciting journey for this urban neighborhood which has quickly transformed into one of the nation’s capital most stimulating and enjoyable dining destinations. This fall, the Policy team is pleased to announce the restaurant’s recent renovation which will reveal a more sophisticated, daring redesign along with several new features in the restaurant and on the menu.


Photo by Rey Lopez

Policy’s striking redesign will blend the local festive spirit with the unique personality of the city of Washington, DC. The newly revamped and comfortable approach, evokes an alluring ambiance that represents a chic and casual celebration of food and drink. Policy will feature sleek furnishing seating, its own private bar area surrounded by artwork by local artist Andrew Funk, and a stunning rooftop patio perfect for enjoying an evening with friends, a weekend brunch, or hosting a special private party. (more…)

“we decided to re-open the first floor as Marvin Social – a small live music venue, offering good food and inventive cocktails”

By Prince Of Petworth


2007 14th Street, NW just north of U Street

Back in September we noted that the first floor of MARVIN Temporarily Closed for “10 year anniversary prep.” Update from MARVIN:

“At our 10 year mark, we decided in August to renovate bistro at Marvin. With a couple months to reflect on it, we all realized that the true importance of Marvin is in the cultural and entertainment realm. After considering all of the ways we wanted to add to the neighborhood, we decided to re-open the first floor as Marvin Social- a small live music venue, offering good food and inventive cocktails serving the vibrant and diverse community of our neighborhood. The current schedule is here under “Marvin Social Performance Line Up”. In keeping with supporting our community, we’ve partnered with Joe Herrera to book local talent and Dwayne Morton, our beverage director, has been working hard on curating our cocktail menu to feature local distilleries.”

You can see the menu for Marvin Social + Roof Deck here.

Supra, DC’s “first Georgian restaurant” opens Tuesday!

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Andrew Propp

From a press release:

“Co-owners Jonathan and Laura Nelms announce the November 7 opening of D.C.’s first Georgian restaurant, Supra, at 1205 11th Street, NW. Chef Malkhaz Maisashvili, who brings over 25 years of experience as a chef in some of Georgia’s most acclaimed restaurants and at the Embassy of Georgia here in Washington, will serve his take on the country’s most beloved regional dishes.

Check out the full menu here.

Supra’s menu celebrates the full range of Georgian food – from heritage and rustic recipes to more refined dishes – with a modern interpretation by Chef Maisashvili. The menu is reflective of the culinary influences, from the Mediterranean and the Silk Road, that shape Georgian cuisine. Indigenous Georgian ingredients like walnuts and pomegranate permeate all sections of the menu from food to cocktails, alongside fresh herbs and unusual spices such as dried marigold petals and blue fenugreek, creating a flavor palate that is bold yet accessible. (more…)

“Victor Albisu To Open Taco Bamba Lunch Counter at Del Campo Nov. 8”

By Prince Of Petworth


777 I Street, NW

Check out the menu here.

From a press release:

“Washington, D.C. chef Victor Albisu is bringing Taco Bamba, his wildly popular counter-service taqueria to Washington, D.C. when it takes over the asado bar at Del Campo, his downtown South American grill located at 777 I St. NW, for weekday lunch beginning November 8. The Taco Bamba menu will be available from 11am to 3pm and feature a greatest-hits selection of Taco Bamba favorites from both the traditional and nuestros menus. Taco Bamba Lunch Counter at Del Campo will run through January 2018 and is designed to test the waters for possible permanent expansion to downtown D.C. (more…)

Sup 16th Street Heights? Feast on Moreland’s Tavern opening at 4pm Today!!

By Prince Of Petworth


5501 14th Street, NW

And later this week is here!! Moreland’s Tavern opens today (4pm-12am) and folks who live nearby are gonna freakout. The excitement built up for Swampoodle will finally be met at Moreland’s. I stopped by a soft opening last night and well you’ll see. Actually, the place was packed so you won’t see that well but you’ll get an idea. As we’ve known each other 11 years now, you can trust me on this one. It is legit dope. While there is a nice bar and seating on the first floor, it is really the second floor that won my heart. It is dominated by a huge triangle shaped bar that just feels super comfortable. Also they have RAR’s Nanticoke Nectar on tap. Standby for the 12 year PoPville anniversary party here next November – and in the meantime – 16th Street Heights, your neighborhood gathering spot has arrived.

Oh yeah, a super fly garden/patio is coming when it warms up again in the spring.

Update: Check out the menu here (PDF)

Many more photos after the jump. (more…)

Littles Caribbean Pop-Up at EatsPlace This Weekend

By Prince Of Petworth


3607 Georgia Ave, NW courtesy EatsPlace

From an email:

“WHAT: Littles: Caribbean Pop-up at EatsPlace
WHERE: EatsPlace, 3607 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010 (Petworth Metro)
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, November 3 and 4, 2017 starts at 5:00pm – kitchen closes at 9:00 pm

DETAILS: a la carte menu; walk-in and no reservations; kids’ menu available; meat, vegetarian and vegan options

Warm up with Caribbean dishes from the Littles pop-up at EatsPlace. Imagined through the creative and innovative lens of Chef Terry Tomlinson and his wife, Littles brings alive the spirit and flavors of American and Caribbean cuisine in a rich fusion. At Littles, the plates are designed to be shared. This pop-up’s goal is simple: to source the best authentic Caribbean and local ingredients, that can be enjoyed with good friends, conversation and music!

One of Chef Terry’s missions is to make Caribbean food healthful for the body and soul and embrace vegan diners. In addition to classic curry and jerk meats, there will vegan entrees and sides. Entrees include vegan curry shrimp; veggie tails, a version with all the island flavor but no oxtails; and creamy mac’n’cheese.

Littles Menu: (more…)

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