1328 Florida Ave, NW
Some very specific scuttlebutt about The Manhattan development. In addition to the WeWork space a reader says:
“A bit of scuttlebutt: the part of the building on the other side of the alley with the brick facade is going to house a few new restaurants. One is a German style pub that is being opened by Richard Sandoval Restaurants (El Centro, Masa 14). Another is a pizzeria and a third is a cafe (most likely Philz Coffee of San Francisco).”
Thanks to a reader for sending via Rasmus Auctions:
“A Georgetown Restaurant will Remodel and sell all inventory”
Of course the former Hook restaurant is the current Bandalero located at 3241 M St. NW.
9th and Q Street, NW
Thanks to all who sent emails about The Shaw Bijou coming to Shaw. The Washington Post reports:
“Next up: 25-year-old Kwame Onwuachi, whose résumé includes stints at such cachet-carrying eateries as New York’s Eleven Madison Park and Per Se. Onwuachi expects to open the Shaw Bijou later this year.”
Updates when they get closer to opening.
By the by – here’s what this former horse’s ass award property looked like in 2010:
And here’s 9th and Q St, NW across the street in 2008:
With retina blowing imagery – Buzz Bakery tweets the news of their closure today:
“DC friends, the last day of operations for our Yards shop will be tmrw, 7/17. Please see full announcement below.”
Thanks to DC Beer for the heads up. Next door neighbor Bluejacket will be turning the space into a “bottle shop and tasting room in the coming weeks” per the tweet above. In other Blue Jacket news – @roberto20 tweets us:
“Bernie Sanders held his third official fundraising event at Bluejacket yesterday afternoon.”
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Photo courtesy Thip Khao
Thanks to a reader for passing on:
“Chef Deth & Chef Seng are combining forces to launch Khao Poon, DC’s first Lao Noodle House. They’re going to kick off the effort with some pop-up events at different locations as they lead up to securing the new restaurant’s permanent location. Khao Poon will offer a unique culinary experience featuring noodle dishes inspired by traditional Lao cuisine as well as that of the surrounding countries.
Khao Poon, in Lao, means “rice vermicelli noodles.” Our restaurant will offer a variety of delicious noodle dishes combining spices, seasonings and sauces of the region with fresh, local and sustainable ingredients sourced from as close to Washington, D.C. as possible. (more…)
@jhowell487 tweets us:
“Bw3 coming to 1220 half st SE adjacent to Navy Yard metro entrance. Permits up. Nice addition for Nats games.”
You can see Buffalo Wild Wings menu here.
201 Upshur Street, NW
Slash Run kinda reminds me of the Red Derby when they first opened. Meaning – it is freaking awesome. Unpretentious. Trying but not trying too hard. Good people. Delicious burgers. Great beer list. A freaking huge score for this end of Petworth. I was able to attend an early preview tasting last night and even though I had sky high expectations from the folks that brought us Bar Charley, El Chucho etc. – they exceeded my expectations by far. And my wife says the portabello burger was delicious too. Also they have a kids menu. And the inside – is just right for a casual burger spot:
Lots more photos including a peek at some beer and burgers after the jump. (more…)
2300 block of Georgia Ave, NW
Getting very close. Stay tuned for an exact date when this Chipotle opens. From a peek in the window it looked like they were only a few weeks out:
Hours:
Now Hiring:
12th and Jackson Street, NE
From an email:
“This Wednesday, July 15th, Brookland’s Finest kicks off a special celebration of those summer classics. Chef Shannan Troncoso and the team at Brookland’s Finest have partnered with Flying Dog Brewery to introduce the Wednesday Crab Boil.
This weekly offering will be available for dinner on Wednesdays, beginning at 5pm, featuring Maryland blue crabs, spicy sausage, and locally grown corn and potatoes. The Crab Boil is available for $25 per person and includes a special pairing of Flying Dog’s Dead Rise Old Bay Summer Ale. Dead Rise, a summertime special from Flying Dog Brewery only available in the mid-Atlantic, is crafted to highlight the bold flavors of Old Bay seasoning, making it perfect for summer seafood. Dead Rise Old Bay Summer Ale will be showcased at Brookland’s finest on draft for $6.”
From an email:
“Please join us [1612 14th St, NW] for an afternoon with Tim Devine of Barren Island Oyster Company and Lagunitas Brewing Company. We will have all you can eat oysters and beer along with some signature snacks – po’boys, hot oysters and more! Don’t wait! Tickets are limited and going fast!”