Restaurants

New Filipino Restaurant coming to 11th Street, Bad Saint, Popping up at Crane & Turtle this Saturday and Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

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828 Upshur Street, NW

Update: Sold out in 2 1/2 hours but they’ll be adding names to our wait list between 12:00 and 1:00pm at (202) 670-4409.

From an email:

“On Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11 from 5:30-9:30pm, Bad Saint will host a dinner pop-up at Crane & Turtle in Petworth. Bad Saint, a Filipino American neighborhood eatery opening in Columbia Heights, will offer a 5-course menu of food from throughout the Philippine archipelago.

The menu will take diners beyond lumpia, pancit, and other gateway dishes, delving deeper into the Malay, Chinese, and Spanish roots of the cuisine. If our November pop-up was an introductory primer on Filipino food, these two nights will comprise an intermediate level workshop, highlighting lesser-known ingredients and regional preparations.

The dinner will be $60 per person, including tax and gratuity. Guests can choose one of two options: an omnivore’s menu or a vegetarian menu.

A limited number of seats are available. Tickets must be reserved and paid for in advance.

Ticket reservations will be taken at (202) 670-4409 on the days and times listed below until tickets are sold out:

Monday, January 5 – Wednesday, January 7
Daily – 12:00-3:00pm

Crane & Turtle is located at 828 Upshur Street, NW.

Bad Saint will be opening on 11th Street, NW in Columbia Heights this winter.”

Jose Andres’ Newest Spot, China Chilcano, Opens Today in Penn Quarter

By Prince Of Petworth

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418 7th Street, NW

Remember Wagamama?

Back in October 2013 we learned that Jose Andres would be opening a new Chinese-Peruvian Restaurant, China Chilcano, in the former Olsson’s Bookstore and once hoped for Wagamama on 7th Street.

Their website says:

“The latest brainchild of chef José Andrés and his talented team, China Chilcano celebrates the rich culinary diversity of Peru and brings an exciting exploration of this multicultural cuisine to our nation’s capital. The restaurant celebrates Peru’s deeply rooted and diverse culinary heritage, including its native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines; its name an homage to Peru’s celebrated fish stew and its popular national drink, the Chilcano.

At China Chilcano, Criollo exists in every single dish on the menu, whether it’s joined by Nikkei, with nigiri served on a bed of causa, a signature dish of puréed Peruvian potato, or Chifa, through a chaufa dish made with fried bananas. Also present throughout the menu are dishes that have come to embody the native style of cooking. Chifa is where traditional Chinese techniques meet the exotic flair of Peruvian ingredients, while Nikkei features Japanese-inspired dishes using native techniques and ingredients.

China Chilcano welcomes you to discover José and team’s unique take on contemporary Peruvian cuisine, an intriguing amalgam of authentic and innovative dishes that are, in a word, unforgettable. Bold flavors, heady aromas and the buzz of excited diners take you on a sensorial journey that is anything but everyday.

Signature dishes like chifles and anticuchos reflect its native Criollo, while its Chinese Chifa is evident through flavorful stir-fries and freshly made dumplings from our lively dim sum bar. Experience Japanese Nikkei cuisine with Asian-style ceviches and tiraditos, as well as Peruvian-inspired nigiris. Imaginative cocktails feature an extensive Pisco library and essential Peruvian desserts serve as the perfect complement to your exploration of Peru and its food.”

Today’s the day:

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A peek inside after the jump. (more…)

Black Iron Pizza, “gourmet Neapolitan-style pizza crafted to order in minutes”, coming to 13th and Pennsylvania Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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1299 Pennsylvania Ave, NW via Black Iron Pizza’s facebook page

Black Iron Pizza’s website says:

“Fresh, Neapolitan style pizza crafted to order from gourmet ingredients and baked within minutes. Great choice for a fast and delicious lunch or dinner.”

Their facebook page says:

“Black Iron Pizza will offer fresh, gourmet Neapolitan-style pizza crafted to order in minutes at a price competitive with other premium fast casual restaurants. Great choice for a fast and delicious lunch or dinner.”

Their liquor license placard says:

“Seating capacity of 42, sidewalk café with 20 seats and total occupancy load of 99.”

Stay tuned for an opening date.

Kin Da Thai and Sushi Restaurant Opening in Takoma from Owners of Aroi Thai in Bloomingdale

By Prince Of Petworth

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1832 1st St, NW

From the Old Takoma Business Association:

“Kin Da Thai and Sushi Restaurant will be opening in Takoma at 6923 Laurel Ave, Takoma Park, MD in the space formerly occupied by Takoma Bistro. This will be the second location for experienced restaurateur, Somjet Prompharsit and partner, Chanpen Teeranon. The team’s original location, Aroi Thai, in the Bloomingdale neighborhood of DC has been a popular part of the community for the past two years. The restaurant will have approximately 60 seats and a beer and wine bar. Additionally, Kin Da will offer catering, delivery and carry-out options to its customers. Opening February 2014.”

You can check out the Bloomingdale menu here.

New Sports Bar and Tavern, The Pitch, opening Monday in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

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4015 Georgia Ave, NW just south of Taylor Street

Your prayers have been answered. Well some of your prayers have been answered. Let me rephrase, my prayers have been answered. We first heard about The Pitch back in May but the liquor license placard language was way off (not to be a Jazz Lounge) this is going to be a real deal sports bar. And for my fellow soccer fans, there is a huge international component. Hours will be Sun.-Thurs. 4pm-12am and Fri.-Sat. 4pm – 2am with happy hour 4-7pm Mon.-Fri.

I stopped in for a chat with the owner and general manager. You’ll just have to trust me on this until you get to check it out for yourself – this place is the real deal. There are two levels with flat screen tvs and a projector for big games/matches. In addition to all DC sports teams they’ll be a huge “destination for international sports” including Premier League and La Liga soccer matches as well as cricket and rugby.

Co-owner Jay Narain says:

“We have created a venue that appeals to a diverse crowd, including families, sports fans and most importantly the resident of the Petworth community, both old and new. Like our neighborhood, our menu is a little Caribbean meets Southern comfort, meets Americana; together that creates some damn good food. Who doesn’t want that?”

Hell freaking yes!!! And for real the guy is a down to earth honest to goodness good guy.

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Oh yeah they have a sweet roof deck (and in the spring will have a nice back patio too):

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And here’s some more info from the owners plus some sweet photos they had hanging on the walls as a taste of what’s to come (more…)

Getting Super Close to Maketto on H Street – Transformation nearly Complete

By Prince Of Petworth

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1351 H Street, NE

We first learned of Maketto back in June 2012:

“The concept will be based around an inviting market place environment spearheaded by collaboration between the creators of DURKL and Toki Underground; combining both fashion and food, while at the same time giving local vendors an opportunity to market and sell their products.”

I was psyched to see the storefront transformation complete (in between Rock and Roll Hotel and Star & Shamrock/Bullfrog Bagels):

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And a peek in the window reveals the inside is looking nearly complete too:

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Back in 2012 we when first learned of the plans:

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1351 H Street, NE

New Year’s Eve at El Chucho and Bar Charley

By Prince Of Petworth

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1825 18th Street, NW

From an email:

“All of us at El Chucho [3313 11th Street, NW] are pleased to announce the return of our New Year’s Eve all-you-can-eat, all-you-can-drink event! For $47.15 per person, you’ll get an order of chips and salsa for the table, one elote callejero per person, and unlimited tacos. This prix-fixe option also includes bottomless draft margaritas, draft beer, and well drinks. We will also be bringing in a television, so you won’t miss the ball drop!

At Bar Charley, we will be offering a prix-fixe meal with two seatings: Early and late seatings available for $45 and $55 respectively. You’ll also have the option to toast the New Year with a $55 open bar beginning at 10p.m. featuring nearly all of our craft cocktails, draft beer and wine. The three-course New Year’s menu will feature a diverse selection of canapés, entrees, and desserts.”

Menu after the jump. (more…)

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