1764 Columbia Rd, NW
A reader reports:
“new pizza place in Adams Morgan? new permit posted in window of former O’Tasty. maybe just the name of the LLC but it says “Different Pizza”
If it is indeed pizza do you think it’ll be like &pizza or more like the well represented jumbo variety?
rendering of 82 I Street, SE
Another nice score for Navy Yard. A liquor license placard for Slipstream at the new Ore 82 building says:
“New Tavern. Pastry shop coffee house with small plates. Total Occupancy Load is 99.”
Slipstream opened their first location in Logan Circle back in October 2014. You can see their menus here.
1333 14th Street, NW
3333 Georgia Ave, NW
From the owners of Midlands:
“To our concerned neighbors and fellow beer & sandwich aficionados. We’re still here, alive and kicking. Investors haven’t dropped out, DCRA isn’t trying to put us in a corner and we didn’t open up the 7th circle of hell when we cut through the concrete to install all new plumbing. Btw, cutting open a concrete slab 6″ thick to dig another 6′ down isn’t something that happens overnight. Or in two weeks. It’s hard work folks. Due to some unfortunate hiccups in the permitting and building process we are way behind schedule (as you all know), but fret not! For we are back on track and building away! We don’t want to jinx ourselves by giving an opening timeline, but we are very comfortable with the progress we are now making. Please join our Facebook page for all the most recent information. Such as photos of us emptying 15,000 lbs of concrete rubble at the dump. Exciting stuff. AND if you see us out there sweating away feel free to stop and ask what’s up! If we have time we will even try to give you a little tour.
Take care and we will see you all very soon!
Robin, Trent, Tony & Peyton”
740 6th Street, NW
Last Monday we learned that “wagyu corned beef reubens, babka gelato sandwiches and more” was coming to Chinatown. It was deliriously good news. Now on top of the grub you’ll be able to, hopefully, get some suds from Shmaltz Brewing Company. The liquor license placard for On Rye says:
“New Restaurant. Fast, casual sandwich shop with a modern take on the Jewish deli. Total Occupancy Load is 89.”
I’ll see ya there as soon as they open…
901 F Street, NW
A couple weeks ago we learned that The Smith Washington DC will open in early 2017 in the former McCormick and Schmick’s space at 9th and F. The placard posted out front says:
“A neighborhood restaurant serving American brasserie food. Offering Entertainment and a Sidewalk Cafe with seating for 42 patrons. Total Occupancy Load of 346.”
Looking west on F Street towards the coming Succotash spot in The Equitable building:
2414 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending. You can see the All About Burger Menu here. Back in April the Washington Business Journal reported:
“Peter Tabibian, founder of the quirky Z-burger chain of restaurants, keeps the rights to use the brand name going forward, per a legal settlement with his former business partners.
In addition, Tabibian will also retain two of the burger chain’s original six restaurants: the first-ever Z-Burger in Tenleytown and the Columbia Heights location. Four others — in Clarendon, Glover Park, Southwest Waterfront and White Marsh — will continue to be owned by his former partners, Mohammad and Ebrahim Esfahani, but they will be rebranded in the next 60 days.”
4619 41st Street, NW
Back in April Bread & Salt posted a note saying “We Close for Changes coming.”
And now it’s for sale:
6917 Laurel Ave courtesy Your Main Street Takoma
From a press release:
“Takoma Beverage Company is coming to 6917 Laurel Ave, Takoma Park in the heart of the Takoma commercial district. Takoma Beverage Company will be a neighborhood cafe, specializing in hand-crafted coffee and tea, along with beer, wine and cocktails, all prepared by trained baristas. Seth Cook, co-owner and the current coffee director of award winning Northside Social in Arlington, VA, will oversee the coffee program.
Takoma Beverage Company will also offer a selection of breakfast sandwiches and pastries to accompany morning coffee and tea service. In the afternoon, customers will be invited to transition to beer, wine and cocktails with more elegant fare, from charcuterie and cheese to smaller composed dishes, all prepared in-house.
The new space will host a long bar and and open kitchen. There will be 30 seats plus outdoor patio seating looking onto the tree-lined street, which also hosts Takoma Park’s popular Takoma Park Farmers Market. Takoma Beverage Co. is under construction now and will open late 2016/early 2017. Hours of operation will be 7:00am-10:00pm Sunday-Thursday and 7:00am-12:00am Friday and Saturday.”
Well this sounds promising! The liquor license placard for Succotash says:
“A first class restaurant serving a variety of classic food such as smoked ribs, fried chicken and shrimp n’ grits with live entertainment. Alcoholic beverages include signature cocktails, curated wine list. Total number of seats: 365. Total Occupancy Load: 450.”
You can see Succotash’s National Harbor menus here. Their website says:
“SUCCOTASH, a collaboration between Culinary Director Edward Lee and KNEAD Hospitality + Design, showcases a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. Six-time James Beard Award nominee Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern menu.
SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified and passed from generation to generation for centuries. While Succotash between families will share similarities, each family’s recipe is deeply personal and reminiscent of those special suppers that brings kin together. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South through our lens.
Our menu features a variety of classics including shrimp n’grits, smoked short-ribs, fried chicken & waffles, kimchi collard greens, pecan buttered trout, and of course, our very own version of Succotash. Whether for brunch, lunch or dinner, we offer something for everyone. Our BBQ is smoked in house and everything is made from scratch, including our famous Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie.
A thoughtfully curated wine list, as well as our take on classic and signature cocktails, rounds out our extensive bourbon selection. A unique assortment of draft and bottled beers and a variety of southern sodas ensures that no guest leaves thirsty.
The SUCCOTASH dining room features flourishes reminiscent of architecture in Savannah, New Orleans and Kentucky. Elaborate wrought iron design, wood-coffered ceilings and vintage brickwork juxtapose contemporary artwork throughout the space. SUCCOTASH evokes an airy Southern charm with urban flare.”
The Washington Post previously reported:
“The new Succotash is scheduled to open in March 2017 with lunch and dinner service, and a bar with 200 whiskeys and a sizeable wine program.”
Updates when they get closer to opening.
915 F Street, NW
You can read a terrific history of The Equitable Building here.
Georgia and Otis Pl, NW
Back in May 2015, Fish in the Hood first added some shade to their outdoor patio. We’re about to reach phase three.
Update – A reader reports:
“The seats are for eating and his future plans is to serve soft ice cream.”
