2412 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Thanks to all who emailed:
“Saigon Kitchen is now officially open in the former JP’s strip club space in Glover Park. Seemed to have happened over the weekend. See some reviews and photos popping up on Yelp, but haven’t tried it yet. Looks promising though!”
Saigon Kitchen’s Facebook says:
“A tribute to mom’s cooking, Saigon Kitchen hopes to share the value of family meals around the kitchen table.”
1132 29th Street, NW
Back in March of 2016 Washington Business Journal reported:
“We are told it will be a grilled cheese-focused joint called (wait for it) “Say Cheese.” Work in the 865-square-foot space will include new walls, floors, ceilings, HVAC and a kitchen hood. The cafe will seat 14, but have an occupancy of 45.”
Looking pretty close:
29th Street looking north towards M Street
Houston?
I think we may have a Faye Dunaway here, alas, it’s already been commemorated in vinyl…
1331 Connecticut Ave, NW
So says a worker on site. Signage up and looking good!
Check out their menu here and also stay tuned for the H Street location opening date too.
14th and W Street, NW
Thanks to a few folks for emailing the “coming soon” now up at the former Fast Gourmet space. I spoke to a worker on site over the weekend and he said that sandwiches will be returning in a matter of weeks but the name will be changed. Updates as more is known and an exact (re?) opening date is known.
Ed. Note: We last spoke about best pizza in DC back in 2013 – perhaps time for an update?
Thanks to Nate for sending:
“not sure how this is determined but good for him”
1065 31st Street, NW
The International Pizza Expo is, of course, “The World’s Largest Pizza Industry Show”
Now in Our 33rd Year Serving Independent and Chain Pizzerias
Attendees include pizzeria or pizza-concept restaurant owners, operators and managers, as well as distributors and food brokers.
Exhibitors include suppliers of pizza ingredients and pizza flour, point-of-sales systems, ovens, kitchen equipment, marketing and promotional materials and many other companies providing goods and services to the pizza restaurant industry.
Pizza Expo is not open to the general public.”
3221 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
Thanks to all who tweeted and emailed about major work starting at Heller’s – the future “Bakery, Bar and Restaurant” by Paisely Fig.
One reader reports:
“Ready Sept 1 says the workers”
Stay tuned for Trader Joe-like coverage as they get closer to opening!!
3404 Wisconsin Ave, NW
The liquor license placard for Silver says:
“A new Restaurant serving traditional American food. Seating capacity of 174 inside. Total Occupancy Load of 205. Sidewalk Café with 60 seats. Entertainment Endorsement for inside and outdoor sidewalk café.”
Silver’s Website says:
“Silver is an American classic with a distinctive new shine. With the Heart of a Diner & Style of a Brasserie – SILVER will have all the familiar favorites and healthier choices, and updated them for today’s palate. We partnered with more than a dozen local farms and purveyors to deliver you the freshness and flavors from our community. (more…)
1300 Connecticut Ave, NW
From a press release:
“The Chickery, a popular fast-casual, “better-chicken” concept located in Dupont Circle (1300 Connecticut Ave), has just announced that they will now be offering breakfast. The “Early Bird” menu, featuring a selection of meals, breakfast sandwiches, and a la carte items, will be available Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m., beginning Monday, May 1, both in store and for catering orders.
courtesy The Chickery
The menu features Biscuit Sandwiches, served on local, freshly-baked Mason Dixie Biscuit Co. biscuits, available in your choice of Chicken ($5) or Egg ‘n Cheese ($4.50). Items also include Chicken ‘n Waffles ($7), Fruit & Granola Parfait ($3.75), Oatmeal ($4.50), and Crispy Hashbrown ($1.50). Breakfast meals, available in your choice of Chicken Biscuit ($9.50), Egg ‘n Cheese Biscuit ($9.50), or Chicken ‘n Waffle ($12), include either a hashbrown or fruit cup and either coffee or orange juice. (more…)
1401 Maryland Ave, NE
The prediction was pretty close! Thanks to Scott for sending:
“Opening: May 24, 2017
1401 Maryland Ave NE
Washington , DC 20002
Chick-fil-A Operator Peter Choi is excited to serve Washington, D.C. soon! As a part of our welcome to you, we would like to invite residents from the following zip codes to come and be a part of our opening celebration and participate in the First 100 Road Trip. A valid ID is required to participate. If your ID does not reflect your current zip code, please click here to see a list of acceptable documents to verify your current residence. We look forward to meeting you! Details specific to this opening can be found here. For Official Rules specific to this location, click here. We look forward to meeting you!”