Restaurants

Long Vacant Brightwood Bistro becoming Imm on Georgia Thai Restaurant

By Prince Of Petworth

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5832 Georgia Avenue, NW

Man oh man, remember Brightwood Bistro? Finally a new tenant!! From an email:

“We just leased 2,932 sqf of space at 5832 Georgia Ave to Imm Thai

They will call it Imm on Georgia (just as they do for IMM on H) and expect to be open in early 2017

They have two locations currently, H Street and Annandale.

The is a commercial condo and was vacant for years. Former tenants included Brightwood Bistro and Ibex. [Ed. Note: Don’t forget Meridian!] The bistro had a loan from the city of 500K. Last occupied the spaces back in 2011. The Bistro tried in vain but was not able to make it.

Capital Retail represented the landlord. Imm Thai represented themselves.

We are excited to have this corner reactivated.”

“The Shaw Bijou has opened its second floor bar for walk-ins.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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1544 9th Street, NW

From a press release:

“The Shaw Bijou has opened its second floor bar for walk-ins. Thanks to an overwhelming response during its trial run inviting the public into part of its bar, chef Kwame Onwuachi and general manager Greg Vakiner decided to utilize the complete 40 seat space made up of bar seats, tables and a lounge area for the same purpose. This allows guests who may not be able to get reservations for the full tasting menu to still have an opportunity to experience Onwuachi’s unique dishes. Guests are welcome Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m. until midnight. They can enjoy custom made cocktails from bartender Ben Long, wine selections from sommelier David Blackburn and a variety of small plate options.

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The Shaw Bijou Bar courtesy Kevin Carroll

“Our focus has always been creating a restaurant that feels like attending a dinner party with your best friends,” said Onwuachi. “This new option for our bar is just another opportunity to extend that invitation into our home where people can come in, order a drink, bite to eat and enjoy each other’s company.”

Current bar menu options include*: (more…)

“Beloved Nantucket restaurant, Millie’s, scheduled to open DC location in early 2017”

By Prince Of Petworth

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4866 Massachusetts Avenue, NW courtesy Millie’s DC

From a press release:

“Fans of the beloved Nantucket restaurant, Millie’s, can look forward to the grand opening of Millie’s DC, scheduled to open in early 2017 in the Spring Valley neighborhood of Washington, DC.

About Millie’s: As featured in the New York Times and Town & Country, Millie’s pays homage to the relaxed, beachside attitude so loved by locals and visitors of Nantucket. The California baja-style menu focuses on fresh, local seafood and produce and the island-famous Madaket Mystery. The Millie’s family at Georgetown Events [Bayou on Penn, Due South, Surfside, Jetties, Smith Point, The Bullpen] looks forward to bringing a taste of the island to Washington, DC.”

Check out the Nantucket menu here.

Random PoP Proclamation – Here is the Best Breakfast Bagel/Sandwich in DC

By Prince Of Petworth

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By order of the Prince of Petworth it is written and it’s name is:

“The Smucker Breakfast “The Breakfast BLT” $6.49

Stoltzfus Bacon, Egg Frittata, Lettuce, Tomato, Chive Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly on an Everything Bagel”

Runner up is:

“The Rumspringa $6.99

Whitefish Salad, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion on choice of Bagel”

And you can find them, and me whenever I’m within a one mile radius on a walkabout, at Smucker Farms:

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2118 14th Street, NW

“Over a year in the making – Kōbō – is the Japanese word for “atelier” meaning artist workshop — where original art is created by hand.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photos courtesy Kobo

From a press release:

“Sushiko (5455 Wisconsin Avenue) is thrilled to announce the upcoming debut of Kōbō – a new exclusive restaurant within a restaurant – featuring an intimate multi-course kappo dining journey beginning on Thursday, December 15th from the talented team behind Sushiko including brothers and dynamic culinary duo Chefs Handry Tjan and Piter Tjan, and co-owner Daisuke Utagawa. Over a year in the making – Kōbō – is the Japanese word for “atelier” meaning artist workshop — where original art is created by hand. And although the literal translation of kappo is to cut and cook, it also means the intimate act of cooking for and in front of a guest.

Following the significant increase in the popularity of omakase experiences offered throughout the U.S., Utagawa, and Chefs Handry and Piter agreed that now is the perfect time to begin exploring the future of Japanese cuisine with the hopes of being able to introduce diners – especially Japanophiles – to perhaps the next phase or level of omakase. Chefs Handry and Piter Tjan are excited and eager to share these two new intimate and personable kappo experiences with guests featuring a 12 to 15-course tasting journey through the artisanship and collaboration that births their vision of Japanese cuisine.

Beginning on Thursday, December 15th, Kōbō will be offering 2 seating times per day for up to 4 guests per reservation, with the first seating at 6:00PM, and the second available for 8:00PM. The vegan kappo will be offered Monday through Wednesday, and the non-vegan kappo will be available Thursday through Saturday. Priced at $130 per person for the vegan kappo and $160 per person for the non-vegan kappo (tax and gratuity included), guests will be required to provide their credit card number in order to hold/confirm their reservation. (more…)

Bring Back California Pizza Kitchen! No, Put an All Purpose Pizzeria Here Please!

By Prince Of Petworth

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1250 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Washingtonian reports:

“Two-and-a-half years after bare-midriff models in short skirts graced its red-carpet opening party, the DC location of “Not Your Daddy’s Steakhouse” STK is closing. Its last day will be December 17, a receptionist confirmed.”

Now can we bring back Californian Pizza Kitchen? No offense to Casa Nonna of course. Actually an All Purpose Pizzeria would kill here!! Stay tuned.

Kiss Fast Casual Thai (and more) Carryout Opening Next to the Coming Kiss Tavern in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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Thanks to all who emailed and sent tweets about the fast casual Thai carryout opening up next to Kiss Tavern. Last week we noted that Kiss Tavern was getting close to opening in the former Capoeira space. Hopefully the carryout next door is good addition too:

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634 Florida Ave, NW

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637 T Street, NW

I’m also digging the detail of the many languages on the Kiss mural:

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View from Right Proper across the street:

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“an all-you-can-eat latke and fried donut bar, will be held Monday”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From an email:

“Commissary’s third annual Latkepalooza, an all-you-can-eat latke and fried donut bar, will be held Monday, December 19th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tickets are $22 per person, and include bottomless access to a traditional, sweet potato and zucchini latkes as well as the donuts, and can be purchased online or at the door. There is also a $38 ticket option (online advance purchase only – not available at the door), which include two drinks from a selection of holiday specialty cocktails or House wine and draft beer. Drinks can also be ordered a la carte. Ten percent of proceeds from this event will benefit the Jewish Food Experience.”

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1443 P Street, NW

Peruvian Out, Swiss in at 1324 H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

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1324 H Street, NE

Last week we learned that Ocopa had closed for renovations. As predicted it was simply another “closed for renovations” claim. Frozen Tropics has learned:

“I reached out to one of the owners, and he confirmed that Ocopa has closed. He also passed along information about the new restaurant that will take over the space. It’s called Stable, and it’s a Swiss-American concept from chefs David Fritsche and Silvan Kramer.

The projected opening of Stable D.C. is March 2017.”

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Stable’s Facebook confirms:

“It’s official. Stable DC is moving to the H street corridor NE in Washington DC. We can’t wait to welcome all of you.

Stable DC,
the first Swiss – American inspired Restaurant in the Nations Capital”

After the jump you can see a menu from a pop up they had at EatsPlace last February. (more…)

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant Opens in Cleveland Park – Early Word is that Noodles are Very Very Good! Check out the Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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3518 Connecticut Ave, NW

Last week I mentioned that Dolan Uyghur Restaurant would be replacing Sorriso outside the Cleveland Park metro. And they’ve opened to very positive reviews already from the Cleveland Park listserv:

“We were told that the hand-pulled and cut noodles were special to Xinjiang, so that’s what we had. The noodles had very nice texture, the family was very welcoming and excited.”

and

“It was amazing! The noodles were fantastic, to say the least.”

Check out their menu in progress here.

Their website gives some background on Uyghur Cuisine:

“Uyghurs are from northwest China but their culture and language are more familiar to the indigenous population of central Asia. These countries would include Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Due to their historic link to neighboring countries such as Uzbekistan, Russia, and Chinese provinces, Uyghur food is well known throughout central Asia and China.

The Uyghur cuisine commonly features the influences of the West and East, antiquity and the present, great skill, imagination, beauty and harmony of taste.

Common ingredients that can be found in many Uyghur meals are lamb, beef, chicken, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, onions, celeries, and eggplant. (more…)

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