1829 M Street, NW
Back in March a tipster sent word that House of Kabob would be closing in October. That same tipster now hears who’ll be taking over the space – Amsterdam Falafel. Stay tuned for updates when/if more is known.
Original Adams Morgan location on 18th Street
1340 4th Street NE courtesy Masseria
Ed. Note: I’m gonna share this comment from Irving Streete left after the champagne lounge post because it is amazing.
“Sometimes I feel as though I’m living in (or ubering towards) Wiemar Germany or one of Gatsby’s parties — a glorious burst of self-conscious decadence before the whole house of cards collapses. I guess there’s nothing to do except put my assets into overseas gold, decide between Beluga and Ossetra, and see what vintages of Grand Dame they have on the fizz list. Maybe buy a cake to leave out for the peasants on the way home.”
Ed. Note too: Don’t get me wrong, if I had $375 or really $750 floating around, I’d be here in a heartbeat. Damn you daycare for two…
From a press release:
“Only 30 seats are available for this exclusive al fresco dinner set beneath Masseria’s enchanting pergola. The dinner is $375 per person, all-inclusive, and will begin at 7PM. Come raise a glass to a good harvest!
The Italian wine harvest gets underway in early autumn, and to celebrate this event that is so central to Italian gastronomy, Chef Nicholas Stefanelli is establishing an annual Harvest Dinner at Masseria, that will showcase a different Italian winemaker each year. The inaugural Harvest Dinner will take place Tuesday, October 4, 2016 in partnership with the venerable Antinori Estate.
continues after the jump including a look at the menu. (more…)
1212 U Street, NW
Alphonse opened with great anticipation after a major renovation back in August 2014. This was the spot from one of the owners of Russia House and Biergarten Haus. Thanks to all who sent @PoPville tweets. Were there any other fans?
Thanks to Mike Levine for sending:
“RIP Alphonse on U Street. You were one of my favs — yet so few got to know you.”
Tim Fegan also notes that Nonna’s Kitchen closed upstairs as well:
4465 Connecticut Ave, NW
Nice progress at Soapstone Market:
“an urban grocery and bar with indoor and outdoor cafe seating, will feature prepared foods, grab and go items, baked goods, butcher, seafood and deli counters, an espresso and coffee bar, a beer and wine bar and a fast casual concept where customers can pick from daily offerings to dine in or take away”
There has been this much anticipation in Van Ness since Elvis Presley stopped by the WMAL studios…
looking south towards Sfoglina (from the Fiola folks) also hiring and opening soon
Check out the full menu here: TG-Fall-Menu(PDF)
Ed. Note: I am aware that not everyone likes Taylor Gourmet. But there are many others who do like them. Alas there is good news – you are under no obligation to eat there! Apologies for not making that clear last time. Having said all that – I do enjoy the debates over the quality of the bread.
Little Coco’s bar at 3907 14th Street, NW
In other Italian news – from an email:
“Little Coco’s will be closed today and next Monday, Sept. 19th. We will be open on Mondays starting Sept. 26th.
Tomorrow we kick off Aperitivo Hour with:
$5 Wine and Prosecco
$5 Spuntini (Bruschetta, Arancini, Fritters, etc).
All Draft Beer $5 Pints; $17 Pitchers.
$6 Frozen Bellini and Aperol Spritz.”
Chef Luigi Diotaiuti at 2013 I Street, NW – all photo credit to Joy Asico
Check out their menus here and here and Desserts here.
From a press release:
“Aperto, a new restaurant focused on contemporary Italian cuisine, is now open in Foggy Bottom (2013 I Street NW formerly Primi Piatti), serving lunch and dinner.
Diners can enjoy a three-course take-out express lunch for $25 and an extensive selection of cured meats (including house-made lamb and duck prosciuttos and pancetta) & cheeses, appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta and classic Italian entrees with a contemporary twist on both the lunch and dinner menus. Standout dishes include fresh, house-made pastas such as Squid Ink Fettuccine, Laganelle, Olive Tagliarini, the Tagliata, a Tuscan-style ribeye with green peppercorns, arugula, rosemary and olive oil and the Basilicata-style Wild Greens and Fava Purée appetizer. Aperto also features a robust wine, beer and cocktail menu, with classics like the Negroni and the Manhattan and originals such as “Ride The Vespa,” a mix of Earl Grey-infused Titos vodka, Cocchi Americano, ginger, lime and soda water, made with house-made sweet vermouth. (more…)
317 7th Street, SE
A reader reports that Bullfrog Bagels has opened thier second location near Eastern Market Saturday morning. And as could be expected for those who’ve visited their H Street location “Line out the door!”
Check out their menu here.
1420 New York Ave, NW looking west towards the White House
The liquor license placard for Sushi Gakyu says:
“New Restaurant featuring Japanese cuisine. Total Occupancy load is 67. Sidewalk Café with 24 seats.”
Saint Michel (previously Camille’s Cafe) closed back in October 2013. Updates as Sushi Gakyu gets closer to opening.
Update from an email:
“Neighborhood Retail Group recently announced Executive Chef Yoshihisa “Yoshi” Ota—known for his successful Bethesda, MD restaurant, Yuzu Japanese Dining—will open his newest restaurant, Sushi Gakyu at 1420 New York Ave, NW, Washington, DC in December 2016.
Neighborhood Retail Group helped secure the space which will offer patrons an upscale dining expierience including traditional and modern-style sushi, sashimi and Japanese fish menus. Let us know if you’d like to set up an interview with Neighborhood Retail Group Managing Principle and Co-Founder Bethany Scanlon along with Chef Yoshi.”
1340 4th Street, NE
Great news for Masseria fans and/orSW Waterfront residents from the Washington Post:
“The chef is still working out the details, but he expects the first floor to include a butcher shop, cheese counter and bakery where patrons will be able to buy fresh pasta and other prepared foods such as ragu. The second floor will house an 80-seat trattoria, an Italian eatery that focuses on the country’s southern cuisine and features an a la carte menu of pasta, antipasti, meats and cheeses. The third floor will include a rooftop bar and private dining space for up to 80 people.”
Stay tuned for Spring 2018.