Restaurants

It’s Time for This Year’s Favorite Cheap Eats?

By Prince Of Petworth

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1726 North Capitol St, NW

I was gonna ask about your favorite “birthday restaurants” after Obama’s trip to Rose’s Luxury for his but I got depressed about the cost. So let’s revisit cheap eats and this year let’s keep the price point at $10 and below for the “main course”. It can be take out, delivery and/or dine in. Let’s go with top three choices if you can’t narrow it down to one. I’m still sticking with a bowl at Pho Viet (3513 14th St, NW) and a Gyro at Greek Spot (2017 11th St, NW). What’s your favorite cheap eat these days?

“Roast & Toast will begin with a cocktail hour that will include passed Pork Belly Sliders with WhistlePig Vanilla Maple Syrup…”

By Prince Of Petworth

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919 5th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Silo Restaurant, located at 919 5th St. NW, is partnering with Vermont-based WhistlePig Straight Rye Whiskey for an exclusive Roast & Toast event on August 8th. Chef Kerry Brian Tate will feature a mouth-watering menu fit for a king and WhistlePig’s Steward of the Brand, Max Spector will be serving tastings of both the 10 Year and 12 Year Old World Straight Rye Whiskeys. Max said, “WhistlePig Rye Whiskey is proud to partner with the Silo Restaurant for an amazing night that pairs great whiskey with great food to create the ultimate dining experience!”

Owner, Reza Akhavan, is excited to feature WhistlePig and hopes to host many more exclusive events at Silo. As a neighborhood gathering place, Silo’s goal is to provide excellent food, cocktails and events in a comfortable environment that feels like home.

Roast & Toast will begin with a cocktail hour that will include passed Pork Belly Sliders with WhistlePig Vanilla Maple Syrup, Pigs in a Blanket with WhistlePig Mustard Crème Fraiche, and Deviled Eggs with WhistlePig Glazed Bacon enjoyed with tastings of WhistlePig’s 10 Year, 100 Proof Aged in Bourbon Barrels and 12 Year Old World Rye Whiskeys. (more…)

Momofuku Buildout Progressing Nicely at CityCenter

By Prince Of Petworth

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Back in April we noted that Momofuku had applied for their liquor license. (Total occupancy load is 300. Sidewalk Café with 70 seats.”) Thanks to a reader for sending a progress report on one of the most anticipated openings of the year:

“Late September/early October at the earliest. As you can see from the pictures, the electrical work is done, some of the framing has gone up and some equipment has been moved in. But it’s still got a long way to before it’s going to be ready to accept guests.”

I’m guessing late October/early November opening – updates when an exact date is announced.

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1090 I Street, NW

Pasha Returns to Dupont! Pizza No. 17 becomes Pasha’s Kitchen but Fear Not Pizza Lovers

By Prince Of Petworth

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1523 17th Street, NW

A reader reports:

“Hi! Pizza No. 17 on 17th in Dupont closed a few weeks ago for “minor renovations” and it’s reopened as Pasha’s Kitchen. I’m pretty sure the menu, at least some of the pizzas are exactly the same. I haven’t been in to try it, but this was one of my favorite restaurants in DC so I hope it is still awesome!”

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Ed. Note: Before Pizza No. 17, this space was Pasha’s Bistro.

Menu after the jump. (more…)

Huzzah! Thip Khao Nominated as one of 50 best New Restaurants by Bon Appétit Magazine

By Prince Of Petworth

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3462 14th Street, NW

Thip Khao represent!! As the only rep from DC Bon Appétit writes:

“We love: the frequent specials, which bring hard-to-find Laotian traditions (such as the “temple tray,” served for Asian New Year) to D.C.”

You can see the full list of nominees here.

Ed. Note: Rose’s Luxury won last year.

And don’t forget Thip Khao will be launcing a new Lao Noodle House soon too.

Summer Restaurant Week is Monday, August 17 – Sunday, August 23

By Prince Of Petworth

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From a press release:

“Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) is excited to present the return of the 18th season of Summer Restaurant Week – the week-long celebration of the DC region’s top restaurants featuring specially priced menus from some of the most acclaimed dining destinations. From Monday, August 17 – Sunday, August 23, 250 restaurants will offer three-course prix fixe dinner ($35) and/or three-course prix fixe lunch ($22) menus. Perfect for spending time with family and friends to end the summer in style, Summer Restaurant Week offers exciting dining destinations – classic restaurants, your favorite go-to spots, and must-try newcomers – for everyone to enjoy at an affordable price.

Reservations can be made at www.rwdmv.com where diners will see the full list of 250 participating restaurants. Mark your calendar and book your tables through the new URL to please your taste buds and for a chance to win incredible prizes.”

New Panamanian Restaurant, Esencias Panameñas, Now Open in Park View

By Prince Of Petworth

3322 Georgia Ave, NW
3322 Georgia Ave, NW

The former Rita’s Carryout space officially opened as Esencias Panameñas (authentic Panamanian Cuisine) on Wednesday, July 22. Their website says:

“Esencias Panameñas Restaurant & Catering, unlike a typical Latin cuisine with a Caribbean flair restaurant, will provide a unique combination of authentic Panamanian food at value pricing with a fun and entertaining atmosphere. Chef Yadira is a native from Panama and she pays tribute to her place of birth through traditional dishes made with staple food products, such as corn, coconut, culantro (not cilantro) and rice.

Each quarter we will feature a historic event, a holiday observed, or a tradition upheld in Panama. In addition, we will also feature a fruit, dish, or bake good in season during that quarter”

Anyone already take a taste?

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