817 7th Street, NW
Last week we noted a new restaurant was coming to the former Mehak space that closed back in January. Ramen it is!! Sweet. Updates when they get closer to opening.
Restaurants
1375 Kenyon Street, NW
From an email:
“&pizza Columbia Heights will open this Thursday!”
14th and Spring Street, NW
and another reader reports:
“Just a heads up, the Columbia Heights Pizza D’oro on 14th and Spring Rd opened last week.”
1790 Columbia Road, NW
Back in February of 2014 there was a one year reprieve after Pasta Mia almost permanently closed in January 2014. Then in January of 2015 a ten year lease was signed. I don’t think anyone thought they’d actually stay the whole ten years but it looks like it’s gonna be sooner rather than later. Stay tuned. And go get some while you still can.
1132 19th Street, NW
Bonfire is from the owners of Provision No. 14 in Logan Circle.
All the info:
“Opening in Late-March in Dupont Circle, Bonfire channels the spirit of a roaring fire in food, drink and space with A menu of creative s’mores, cast iron cauldron cookery and a barrel-wood smoked cocktail program.
A menu of creative s’mores, cast iron cauldron cookery and a barrel-wood smoked cocktail program are highlights at Bonfire, a new concept by the Social Restaurant Group enlivening the spirit of a roaring fire in Dupont Circle. (more…)
7th and Q Street, NW
From a press release:
“Dacha Beer Garden is back March 8 for a whole new season of sunshine and delicious beers on tap served by your favorite staff, a few new faces, and new beverages to boot!
This year, we have broadened our outstanding beer selection: Radeberger Pilsner – the first Pilsner ever brewed in Germany in 1872–and Ommegang Hennipin – a top-notch American Saison – to name a few. On the District front, Atlas Brew Works will join DC Brau in our coveted local beer lineup. (more…)
1416 14th Street, NW
It says:
“New restaurant serving Asian cuisine. Total Occupancy Load of 29. Seating for 22 patrons.”
Anyone stop by for a taste already?
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1361 Connecticut Ave, NW
Un je ne sais Quoi is coming to the former Hello Cupcake space just south of Dupont Circle. They tweeted:
“@eat_dc If everything is all right with the Health Inspection tomorrow, we will be able to open on Saturday”
update:
“@eat_dc unfortunately we had to delay the Health inspection on Monday morning.”
Standby for confirmation for this:
“High-quality French pastry shop dedicated to provide an old-fashioned dessert in different flavors for a “gourmet” experience outside restaurants”
Hours will be:
9th and N Street, NW
One of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2016 is finally here on Tuesday. The details at the space are spectacular (lots more photos after the jump.) For those not familiar with the plans:
“Menu Description: The menu at Espita Mezcaleria offers rustic flavors that combine traditional Mexican and modern technique while staying true to the spirit of Southern Mexican fare. The goal is to explore the story of the Oaxacan culture in each and every bite. Additionally, the restaurant is focused on the region’s seven styles of mole. A collection of sopes, ensaladas, fundidos, tlayudas, and ceviches are also available. All of the tortillas are hand-pressed, and all dishes featuring masa are made with fresh ground masa. Standout dishes include Mole Negro with lamb neck, hoja santa, piloncillo, Mexican oregano and chile ash; Sea Scallop Ceviche with avocado salsa, pickled jalapeño, scallions and cilantro; Crispy Chanquetes, mini silverside fish with cracked pasilla and lime mayo, as well as Crab Tlayudas with Jonah crab, cebollas de cambray, spicy cream cheese mayo and arugula.
Beverage List: The bar program at Espita Mezcaleria offers an expansive, rotating selection of mezcals featuring many varietals and styles. Over 100 are available in one or two-ounce pours, a six-ounce carafe to share, as a choice of flights, or highlighted in the nine cocktails on the list. Additionally, many of the drinks at Espita Mezcaleria are also available by the pitcher for guests to share. Cocktails are priced from $12 to $16 each.
Capacity: The main dining room accommodates 62 guests seated and offer guests excellent views of Shaw through the restaurants expansive windows. Those looking to focus their attention on the restaurants expansive mezcal collection are encouraged to grab a seat at the 16-seat bar or at one of the 10 additional bar stools, situated at the dining rail facing 9th Street. An outdoor patio is also available during the spring and summer months (weather permitting) and can accommodate an additional 44 seats. (more…)
1356 Okie Street, NE
In the Ivy City post earlier this week a few folks mentioned the Ivy City Smokehouse as a hidden gem and with word of the Scotch Bar closing I thought it was time revisit our favorite “hidden” restaurants/bars in DC. Are there any “hidden” spots still left? It’s funny to look back on our answers from 2008.