Restaurants

Free Paella Tastings (for the first 200 people) Wednesday at Taberna Del Alabardero

By Prince Of Petworth

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From a press release:

“On Wednesday, July 1, DC’s truly authentic Spanish restaurant, Taberna Del Alabardero, will kick off a month long celebration of Paella. To kick off the celebration, Taberna’s executive chef Javier Romero, will show his mastery and technique to cook the Paella on the outdoors patio area and give free tastings to the first 200 people who join the celebration.

Paella, a traditional mainstay of Spanish culture, is one of the most popular dishes on the restaurant’s menu, and a favorite of DC food critics and foodies alike. The free tastings start at 5:00 pm until the last morsel of Paella is finished.

Throughout the summer, Taberna’s menu offerings include new approaches and techniques to classic tapas and recipes that are fresh, organic and vegetarian. New creations that are incorporated into menus seasonally showcase the range of authentic Spanish cuisine and provide an opportunity to share Spanish culture.

WHEN: Wednesday, July 1, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
WHAT: Free Paella Tastings (for the first 200 people)
WHERE: Taberna Del Alabardero, 1776 I St., NW, (18th St. btwn H & I)”

Songbyrd Music House (the Bar & Restaurant side) Opens at 5pm Tues. Check out their Menu and a Peek Inside

By Prince Of Petworth

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2477 18th Street, NW

From an email:

“Songbyrd Music House (Bar & Restaurant) will OPEN tomorrow at 5pm! This is the space adjacent to the recently opened Record Cafe (coffee/sandwich shop).

Hours: 5pm – 12am Tuesday – Thursday | 5pm – 2am Friday & Saturday. (CLOSED Monday)”

Check out their menu here:

songbyrd_resturant_menu (PDF)

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photo credit James Jackson

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Henry’s Soul Cafe closes at 4th and K NW – U Street Still A Ways to go too

By Prince Of Petworth

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317 K Street, NW

A reader reports:

“Walking the neighborhood over the last few days I noticed that Henry’s Soul Cafe at 4th and K NW has not been open recently. When looking in, it is vacant. Do you know anything about this?”

Sadly, first I’m hearing about this one.

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Also, sadly, it looks like the U Street one still has a ways to go before reopening too:

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1704 U Street, NW

Bummer – Vidalia’s Ending Lunch Service July 1st

By Prince Of Petworth

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1990 M Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Just opened the Vidalia site and found this note:

Effective July 1, 2014, Vidalia will be open for dinner only! Private Dining is available during the day hours for large groups. please contact Rachel Forester at the information below for details.

As you may know, Vidalia has one of the best lunch deals in DC. I wonder if the closure is just for summer, or permanent.”

What are some other good lunch specials around town?

“DC’s first combined craft distillery + bar + restaurant”, DC Distilling Company, coming to 14th and U Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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1418 U Street, NW

From a press release:

“District Distilling Company, Inc. is in the process of developing DC’s first combined craft distillery + bar + restaurant in an approximate 8,000 square foot space near the corner of 14th and U Streets, NW. District Distilling Company will produce a range of distilled spirits, which will be served in the adjacent bar and restaurant, as well as available for purchase in the tasting room. Tours of the distillery will be offered to the public.

Complementing the onsite distillery will be a full service bar and restaurant located on the second floor with seating for approximately 150, including private event spaces. The restaurant will offer unique American cuisine highlighted by the diverse range of products from the growing craft distilling industry.

The project is still in the permitting stage; and plans call for an early 2016 opening.”

Ocopa Peruvian Restaurant Opens Patio on H Street, NE with Frozen Pisco Cocktails and a Cebiche Bar

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo courtesy Ocopa

From a press release:

“Ocopa Peruvian Restaurant, located at 1324 H St. NE, has increased its capacity by adding a beautiful all season patio. Nearing their 1 year anniversary on the trendy H St. NE, Ocopa has added over 30 additional seats, as well as a 10 seat bar with Tiki themed cocktails and Pisco, frozen upon request. Chef Carlos Delgado is excited about the additional space and looks forward to offering a late night menu in the near future.

“We are starting with the Cebiche Bar as an added feature to the patio and hopefully, we’ll be able to add on some grill options for those looking to stay later in the evening”, says Delgado. (more…)

Judging New Cafes – Songbyrd Cafe

By Prince Of Petworth

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2477 18th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Recently tried out the new Songbyrd cafe in Adams Morgan. The food was really, really good! The vibe is pretty cool and I am excited for what will hopefully be a small music venue in the second half of their space. Plus, check it out, they saved the old BOB sign from outside and it’s part of the decoration inside.

Any other readers try this spot?”

Nido opens in Woodridge Tonight – Looks Amazing

By Prince Of Petworth

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2214 Rhode Island Avenue, NE

Another eagerly anticipated opening – Nido – opens tonight!

“Our two-level, 80-seat restaurant serves eclectic Mediterranean cuisine.
The space and the menu are inspired by co-owner Erin Lingle’s time spent abroad, and aims to create ‘a place to sit down’ to snack and imbibe with family, friends, and neighbors.

HOURS OF OPERATION:
Dinner 5:30-10:30pm Tuesday-Sunday
Bar open until 12am Tuesday-Thursday & Sunday, 1am Friday & Saturday Weekend brunch service coming soon”

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Photos courtesy Nido and you can see their opening menu here:

Final Menu (PDF)

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