2421 18th Street, NW
Apparently they closed in September?!?! How come nobody told me? :)
This is the former Mediterranean Spot which opened in July 2013 and changed names to Philly Cheesesteak & Gyro in June 2014. The original Mediterranean Spot at 15th and U is still open and doing well.
405 8th Street, SE
We first heard that &pizza was coming to Barracks Row back in September. Thanks to a reader for sending word of the coming soon signage posted.
Side note: This &pizza was formerly an OXXO cleaners – could this be who’s coming to the former OXXO cleaners in Columbia Heights too?
1800 Montana Ave, NE
Thanks to a reader for sending word about Zion Restaurant and Bar.
2157 P Street, NW
Thanks to @OhBootsy for sending us the update. Back in February we first learned a Z Burger would be moving into the former Falafel spot on the west end of P Street in Dupont. Getting very close.
12th and Jackson Street, NE
From Brookland’s Finest:
“Celebrate baseball, Pilsner and Patios at Brookland’s Finest. On Monday, April 6th, from 4pm to 9pm, join our friends from DC Brau as we debut their new Brau Pils. Toast the start of the Washington Nationals’ seasons with this much-anticipated DC Brau craft beer. A straight forward, light body Pilsner with all the character and aromas DC Brau is famous for, the Brau Pils will be featured on draft.
Our first 50 guests will receive a special DC Brau Pilsner/Weizen glass. Chef Shannan Troncoso will mark the occasion offering a special dish of beer braised brats and sauerkraut on a pretzel bun ($14). Savor the new brew out on our patio as well roll back the windows and officially ring in Spring and patio season.
Brookland’s Finest Bar & Kitchen is located at 3126 12th Street, NE, 20017. Open for Lunch and Dinner, Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 1:30 AM, Fridays from 11 AM to 2:30 AM, Saturdays from 10 AM to 2:30 AM and Sundays from 10 AM to 1:30 AM. The Late Night menu is available 10:30 PM to 1:30 AM weekdays, and 11:30 PM to 2:30 AM on weekends. Brunch is offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 3 PM.”
701 8th Street, NW
OP updates us on the Jetties coming to Chinatown/Penn Quarter:
“I talked to the construction crew at Jetties this morning and they said that it’s set to open a week from today! Happy Friday!”
Update: I hear their outdoor patio will have 64 seats!
1376 Park Road, NW
I guess I should say more fast food. Updates when we find out who it is. This is the former oxxo drycleaners space.
1341 H Street, NE
From a press release:
“Easter is linked to Jewish Passover by more than just yearly calendar proximity. In many languages, the words for “Easter” and “Passover” are identical, with both symbolically celebrating spring, hope, and rebirth, regardless of religion. In their long-continued tradition of bringing together people, cultures and religions, Washington DC’s premier Jewish-Irish bar/restaurant announced today plans to again make this connection with their first-ever “Lamb-a-palooza” Easter Meets Passover holiday weekend celebration, as part of their month-long Spring Shenanigans Simcha Festival.
The festivities begin at 5pm on Friday, April 3rd and run through Sunday, April 5th, offering non-traditional Passover Seder dinners, holiday-inspired brunches, and specialty cocktails. Friday and Saturday night’s multicultural Seder Plate-mirroring dinner menu features classic Matzo Ball Soup, a garden-fresh Romaine & Green Onion Salad with Spicy Horseradish Dressing, savory Herb-Roasted Lamb Chops served with Sauteed Swiss Chard & Shallots, Roasted Rosemary Potatoes, a Pickled Egg, Fruit & Honey Haroset and–with a final nod to the no-flour Passover tradition, freshly baked house-made Matzo Bread. Saturday and Sunday morning’s Brunch menu continues to play on both holidays, featuring Jewish & Irish hybrid dishes such as Beef Salami & Eggs, House-Smoked Salmon with Eggs, Tomatoes & Onion, Lamb Sausage & Egg Irish Breakfast, a “Sunny Side Up” Lamb Burger, Cream Cheese Omelets and Matzo Brei. And finally, to wash it all down, Star and Shamrock Bar Manager, Gene Barnett, will be unveiling his Irish whiskey and Manischewitz “Guilt Chaser” craft cocktail, with an enhanced selection of Kosher, California Cabernets and Chardonnays throughout the weekend.
Star and Shamrock’s famous frontman, co-owner, Jason Feldman, offered, “We have always stuck by the notion that there is more in common with these two cultures than most people think. We love celebrating the similarities with a bit of irreverency. Star and Shamrock’s story is more than just kitsch, it’s about our traditions and history. So, if you’re wondering whether you should go to Easter dinner at your mother-in-law’s during Passover or if it’s okay to eat matzo and peeps, our ‘Passover Meets Easter Lamb-a-palooza’ has your answer.”
For additional information on this and other Spring Shenanigans Simcha Festival celebrations, such as Star and Shamrock’s upcoming five-year-anniversary party on the weekend of April 16th, as well as various smaller parties in between, please visit www.StarandShamrock.com/SpringShenanigans.”
1320 19th Street, NW
Remember when Levante’s abruptly closed for “renovations” in January?
From a press release:
“Set to open this May in Dupont Circle, Ankara celebrates good food, hospitality and the heart of Turkey. It is an upscale-casual dining experience that celebrates the rich diversity of Turkish food and culture through a blend of classic and contemporary menu offerings and superb hospitality. The menu will feature the best of traditional Turkish foods as well as newly envisioned dishes. The Aslanturk family, owners of Ankara, tapped Chef Jorge Chicas to oversee creation of the menu and training of the kitchen staff. Chef Chicas resume includes top positions in Jose Andres’ kitchens in Los Angeles and Washington, DC, including the award-winning Zaytinya. The restaurant will seat 120 indoors & 115 al fresco on their patio. Ankara is located at 1320 19th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20036. (more…)
