3417 Connecticut Ave, NW
I admit for a second I thought this might be a celebrity chef taco pop up for a second but then I saw front window – Wikipedia tells me:
“The Chalmun’s Cantina (often called the Mos Eisley Cantina or the Star Wars Cantina) is a fictional bar (cantina) of the Star Wars universe located in the “pirate city” of Mos Eisley on the planet Tatooine.”
4433 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Anna for sending word that the Jimmy John’s has finally opened in the former Computer World space near the Tenleytown metro.
It took a minute but The Chickery looks ready to roll in the former Black and Orange burger spot (formerly Rogue States). Check out their menu here.
1300 Connecticut Ave, NW
3907 14th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Hey there – is there any update on when Little Coco’s construction is going to start? Still no construction movement seen, although construction is moving along for the Golden Paradise restaurant next door. The neighborhood is starting to get anxious about what’s taking so long! Any info you have is appreciated.”
From the owners – there was a bit of a delay due to circumstances beyond there control but there is some good news:
“Our new architects are HapstakDemetriou whose recent work includes Rose’s Luxury, Fiola Mare, Convivial, a couple Mussel Bars and many others. We couldn’t be more excited about the project.”
Updates when “permits are in hand”.
Despite the delay, the good news is it’s still coming and it’s gonna look awesome!!
Ed. Note: There was also a delay in Slash Run opening and that turned out great so I have a lot of confidence that this will be worth the wait. Besides Slash Run, Little Coco’s is from the same owners as El Chucho and Bar Charley, etc.
1819 7th Street, NW
Back in July we noted Fishnet had closed their Shaw location and were left with the words “We’ll be back in the Fall with a new accessible, approachable vacation-inspired brand” and:
Now we have Drift on 7th: “Sustainable seafood at an affordable price in the heart of Shaw in Washington, DC”
Lots of details from a press release:
“Ferhat `Yalçın` is excited to announce his new concept Drift on 7th (1819 7TH ST NW) will open January 2016. The new menu will feature sustainable seafood at an affordable price. Painted in soothing blue tones, the design of the restaurant and welcoming service evokes feelings of escape from the hustle and bustle of DC.
Blue catfish, which is considered an invasive species by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, makes an appearance on `Yalçın` ‘s menu. In addition to encouraging the necessary transference of this fish from the bay to restaurant menus, Drift will donate a portion of the proceeds from each blue catfish dish sold to The Wide Net Project.
Other entrees include a rotating catch of the day, prepared and served simply to highlight the fish itself, in 6 to 8oz portions with a lemon wedge and a choice of side. Seafood staples are here as well in the form of fish and chips, Maine lobster roll, PEI mussels, and cedar plank salmon. The Pineland beef burger, also from Maine, offers a hearty land option. (more…)
1525 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Here’s the best new spot to grab a drink before catching the very very cool Georgetown Glow running till Dec. 20th.
Photo from Georgetown Glow by PoPville flickr user Victoria Pickering
From a press release:
“The Washington, DC Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) awarded Via Umbria a Class CR license ushering in a new era of good feeling on Wisconsin Avenue. Starting today [Dec. 12th], patrons of Via Umbria will be able to enjoy wine by the glass or bottle while enjoying freshly prepared meals in the downstairs café or the upstairs laboratorio demonstration kitchen.
The Italian market is introducing an afternoon happy hour from 5pm-7pm daily which it has dubbed “spritz o’clock” in recognition of Italians’ favorite cocktail, the spritz. Spritz o’clock will feature wines by the glass and Aperol Spritzes accompanied by fresh baked pizzette, assorted fried delicacies and charcuterie and cheese boards selected daily from the market’s fresh butcher and cheese counters. (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user StreetsofWashington
From a press release:
“Kick 2016 off at your favorite restaurants this January 25-31, 2016 when Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week returns with three-course fixed price lunch ($22) and/or dinner ($35) menus at 250 of the Washington DC area’s favorite dining establishments.”
1025 Vermont Ave, NW
Update on Bozzelli’s Italian Sandwich Shop – the cashless spot coming to the former Which Wich/Cafe Mediterranean/Quinznos space just north of K Street.
The owner tells me: “We received our building permit on Dec 14. We are shooting for a late winter opening.”
Updates as they get closer to opening. You can check out their Crystal City menus here.
4328 Georgia Ave, NW
Been a while since we had some good crepe news – thanks to a reader for sending news of Cafe Le Pain coming to Georgia and Webster St, NW in the former Bilal Grocery (Halal butcher/market) space. Stay tuned for an opening date for the cafe.
