1792 Columbia Road, NW
In August of last year we learned that a hair salon would taking over half of the old Mixtec space but we’ve been waiting to see what happens to the other side. A reader reports that a banner is now up for “Great Philly Cheese Steaks”. Updates as they get closer to opening.
Mixtec closed after 40 years back in March 2014.
2805 M Street, NW
Over maybe they won’t go tits up after all…
From an email:
“I’m writing to share that ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen just launched two new House Favorite Bowls, as well as its new Sweet Chili Sauce, at all DC and Maryland restaurants.
Inspired by traditional Thai sweet and sour sauce, the Sweet Chili Sauce is the perfect addition to ShopHouse’s favorite gluten-, wheat- and dairy-free bowls or as a dipping sauce for the Crispy Spring Rolls. Details on the brand-new House Favorites and Sweet Chili Sauce below. (more…)
1405 T Street, NW
From an email:
“Thrilled to announce we have a date for our DC opening. It will be Tuesday, January 26th, 2017.
For this Thanksgiving season, Colada Shop is offering two Caribbean inspired holiday pies. Guests can pre-order Apple Guava Crumb Pie or Dulce de Leche Pumpkin Pie (10” serves 6-8 ppl – $25). Pies will be ready for pick up from 10:00AM to 6:00PM on Wednesday, November 23rd and from 9:00AM to 12:00PM on Thursday, November 24th at both locations, Sterling (21430 Epicerie Plaza, Sterling, VA) and Washington, D.C. (1405 T St, NW).”
courtesy Colada Shop
660 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Joselito’s Facebook page says:
“Joselito Casa de Comidas is a small, intimate Spanish café reminiscent of the quintessential establishments found throughout Spain. These are the cafes where luminaries such as Neruda, Hemingway, and Garcia Lorca spent countless hours eating, drinking, and enjoying the beauty of life.
At Joselito, we go back in time to recreate a nostalgic feeling of being in Spain during the turn of the century.”
More info on their Kickstarter.
2001 S Street, NW
Speaking of Glen’s Markets – interesting news from the great Glen’s Garden Market (thanks to a reader for passing on):
2029 P Street, NW
From Tangy Sweet to Tasti D-Lite to Zeke’s DC Donutz to Tom Foolery to Ice Cream Rolls.
IcyCode’s website says:
“Authentic Thai Rolled Ice Cream In Washington, D.C. We have cracked the code to delicious desserts.
So how are IcyCode Ice Cream Rolls made?
At our ice cream shop in Washington, D.C., we prepare our fresh ice cream rolls right before your eyes! Our ice cream experts pour out liquid ice cream right onto an anti-griddle that’s cooled below -30 degrees. We spread this liquid ice cream thin, adding in your favorite mix ins, such as fresh fruit and delicious desserts. (more…)
1437 11th Street, NW
Nice. I thought they were gonners but good news from a reader:
“I spoke to the owner of Benito’s Place at 11th and P and he said the place should be open in a month and will feature Salvadorean, Guatemalan and Honduran food.”
608 T Street, NW
It wasn’t real to me until I saw this.
1704 U Street, NW
We noted the Thanksgiving pick up a few weeks ago but now the official Grand Opening banner has been posted too – Tuesday, Nov. 15th at 11am. Mark it, sweet potato pie fans!
Henry’s Soul Cafe was severely damaged by fire back in June 2014.
inside 828 Upshur Street, NW via Himitsu
Short and sweet email from Himitsu:
“We are thrilled to announce that Himitsu will be opening tonight! Enjoy up to $800 in extra bonus credit when you purchase a gift card online!”
Their website notes:
“open tuesday thru saturday 5:00 PM until late night
accepting parties of 4 and under to do our petite space”