Restaurants

Celebrate Ernest Hemingway’s 117th Birthday at Bar Pilar Thursday

By Prince Of Petworth

bar pilar
1833 14th Street, NW

From an email:

“Papa’s 117th Birthday

Thursday, July 21st is Ernest Hemingway’s birthday & without him, there’d be no Pilar. To celebrate what would be Papa’s 117th birthday, Chef Jesse Miller will be offering a special EH-inspired menu throughout the restaurant, and special guest bartender Chantal Tseng will have a selection of literary cocktails available at the upstairs bar all night. Stop in, grab a bite to eat, & raise a glass to Papa! No reservations required but suggested.

Some of the menu items that will be on Chef Miller’s birthday menu, include:

Grilled Head-on Prawns with avocado, black pepper and lime

Ropa Vieja – shredded Cuban brisket, green pepper, cumin, molasses & roasted garlic served over rice

Lobster with artichoke, white wine, lemon and Cipollini onions

Radish with cultured butter and baguette

Drunken Rabbit Stew

Cuban Spaghetti with slow-roasted pork and chicken in a Cuban broth

East African Curried Squab and rice

Whole Snapper Escabiche with baby carrots

Slow-Roasted beef on white toast with béarnaise and soft egg

Half or Whole Roasted Duck with Marsala and a saffron rice

Drinks by Chantal include: (more…)

Duke’s Counter Opens Across from the Zoo – Have a First Look Inside and at the Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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3000 Connecticut Ave, NW

Boom! Duke’s Counter from the owners of Duke Grocery in Dupont soft opened on Friday across the street from the Zoo. It was certainly sad to lose Zoo Bar but Duke’s Counter is looking like a worthy replacement. This is a huge score for the Woodley/Cleveland Park crowd. Hell this is a huge score for those with little kids who go to the Zoo a couple times a month/week. Seriously, while the space was still being set up when I stopped by Sunday morning – you can get a good idea of how awesome the space turned out. The dark interior from the Zoo Bar days (good for Blues and Jazz) have been completely brightened:

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mural still in progress

More shots and a look at the menu after the jump. (more…)

Fish and Chicken Fry Sundays at Brookland’s Finest

By Prince Of Petworth

Brooklands-Finest
12th and Jackson Street, NE

From an email:

“For the summer months, Brookland’s Finest will feature a family-style fish and chicken fry dinner on Sunday evenings. Chef Shannan Troncoso has partnered with the District Fishwife’s Fiona Lewis to feature a local, sustainable fish, which will be served alongside her popular fried chicken Sunday dinners. The special is available every Sunday during dinner service and includes Adobo marinated fried chicken, beer battered fish, Fresno chili crab dipping sauce for the chicken, house-made tartar sauce for the fish and two seasonal sides, all at market pricing. Recent fish varieties featured have included invasive species like snakehead and blue catfish.

In addition, general manager Craig Allen and his bar team have rolled out a new seasonal cocktail menu, featuring spirits exclusively from local and regional producers including: (more…)

From Sandwiches to Supper Club – Bub and Pop’s Kicks It Up a Notch

By Prince Of Petworth

bubs high end duck
“Duck w/Chocolate, Orange & Arugula”

From Bub and Pop’s newsletter:

“We are excited to announce that we are now taking reservations for our first Supper at Bub’s. As a member of our loyal family of fans we are extending you an invitation to join us – before we go public.

We are now booking reservations for up to 6 guests for our first Supper at Bub’s on Saturday, July 23, 2016. Supper service begins promptly at 8:30 pm so don’t be late (we recommend you plan on arriving by 8:20 pm).

Chef Jon is offering a multi course prix fix menu with wine, liquor and additional beverage pairings for $165 (tax included). Sorry, no substitutions – but let us know about any food allergies at the time of booking.

To reserve your seat, simply hit “reply” to [email protected], and give us your name and telephone number. We will call back to confirm within 48 hours
; first come, first reserved. Reservations are to be paid in full at the time of booking – sorry, no refunds for cancellations.

We will not be processing credit cards the night of the Supper so if you would like to leave gratuity cash would be appreciated.

If July 23 is not a good date for you, please email us back as we are also accepting reservations for Saturday, August 6, 13, 20 & 27.”

bub-and-pop
1815 M Street, NW

Also Popping Up at EatsPlace – 3 Twisted Vegans on Saturdays

By Prince Of Petworth

eatsplace
3607 Georgia Ave, NW

From EatsPlace:

“Starting July 16th and every Saturday through December, come get burgers, fries and shakes.

Make Saturdays your cheat day with 3 Twisted Vegans. Healthy vegan fast food will do your body and spirit good! 5:00 – 10:00PM. Walk-ins, no reservations.”

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“3 Twisted vegans was brought about by 22 year old African American triplets by the name of Rhoni, Rhone’t and Rhoneika Jacobs from DC. The girls decided to make a major change in their life and go vegan literally overnight. (more…)

MezzeBox Pop Up at EatsPlace Thursdays in July – Check Out the Menu for this Thursday

By Prince Of Petworth

eatsplace
3607 Georgia Ave, NW

From EatsPlace:

“Mezze Box is popping up at EatsPlace every Thursday night in July! Join us on July 7, 14, 21, and 28th from 5:00 pm through 10:00 pm for delicious, healthy and authentic Mediterranean food. Mezze Box uses fresh, whole ingredients drawn from the Mediterranean diet: whole grains and flat breads, fresh vegetables, healthy oils and fragrant spices. They prepare all their food with love and in small batches, using family recipes handed down from generation to generation.

Mezze Box chef Johnny Seikaly grew up between Lebanon and the United States, eating some of the best food in the world out of his mother’s kitchen. After starting a family of his own, he set out to preserve his family’s traditional recipes so that his kids could enjoy the same comfort foods he grew up with. He sought out the great family cooks to learn the recipes and techniques, and he is now happy to pass on the family secret to you: by eating well, one lives well and finds happiness.”

Check out the menu for the menu for this Thursday night:

Mezze Box Menu (PDF)

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