Restaurants

Cat Cafe Organizer Looking for a Lawyer

By Prince Of Petworth

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In late November we learned that “CAT SHACK. TEA HOUSE. BAKERY. ART LOUNGE.” was planning on coming to DC.

Thanks to a reader for sending an update from reddit:

“Anyway, as I work through Crumbs & Whiskers, it looks like I’m going to need a real estate lawyer as well as a zoning lawyer (ideally someone who has done animal boarding facility cases before). I’ve been recommended one so far…but he’s massively expensive. Because I’m bootstrapping this project – I was wondering if anyone on here has any contacts? Obviously, I don’t expect pro bono…but I just want to make sure I do my homework and really spend time collecting different contacts and figuring out who my most cost effective option is. It’s going to come down to more than just cost of course – animal boarding cases won/lost, experience, etc – but cost is a major factor. If you have any contacts, please let me know! And thanks for sharing all your feedback so far – it has honestly been amazing.”

Lobster grilled cheese returns this Friday to Luke’s Lobster

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo courtesy Luke’s Lobster

From an email:

“Luke’s fans have been clamoring for the return of the lobster grilled cheese ($12) since the summer. But we knew that they’d need that pick-me-up most when winter hit. We’re excited to announce that lobster grilled cheese will be back starting Black Friday, November 28th. We’ll be cranking out hot lobster goodness to refuel fatigued shoppers. We’ll even have it on the truck!

Made with organic white bread, melted gruyere and the knuckles and claws of two and a half lobsters, our lobster grilled cheese is the perfect comfort food for happily riding out this year’s vortex/blast/character building experience. Pair it with one of our soups of the day, and you’ll be sufficiently invigorated to come back the next day, which happens to be Small Business Saturday.

As you climb out of your tryptophan daze, you’ll be happy to know that lobster’s selenium improves brain function for back-to-the-grind Monday.”

Nagomi Izakaya opens on M Street in Dupont/West End – Check Out Their Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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1990 M Street, NW

Nagomi Izakaya has opened in the former TakEatEasy space on M Street. Their website says:

“What is an Izakaya “居酒屋” ?

An izakaya is a type of Japanese drinking establishment that serves food to accompany the drinks. It serves as a gathering place for good drinks, good food and good times.

We are a family owned and operated restaurant located in the heart of Washington, D.C. We chose the izakaya concept because it is something we are familiar with. The idea of having a place to go to unwind after work and grab good drinks and great food is something we enjoy and wanted to bring to the neighborhood. We hope to see you soon!

Lunch
Monday to Saturday
11:30am – 2:30pm

Dinner
Monday to Thursday
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Friday & Saturday
5:00pm – 11:00pm”

Check out their menus:

Lunch_Menu_Nov_2014 (PDF)

Dinner_Menu_Nov_2014 (PDF)

Friendsgiving at Republic Wed. Night featuring board games, drink specials and karaoke

By Prince Of Petworth

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6937-6939 Laurel Ave

From an email:

“Just a quick note to let you know that next week Wednesday, November 26, on Thanksgiving eve, Republic in Takoma Park will celebrate “Friendsgiving,” a game night meets karaoke happy hour. Beginning at 8:00 p.m., Friendsgiving, will feature board games, drink specials and karaoke. Cards for Humanity Balderdash, Monopoly, Life, Candyland, Taboo and Uno will be available for all patrons, and a karaoke competition will begin at 10:00 p.m. Bar manager Brett Robison has put together a list of $10 warm weather drinks, including #NYDCginandtonic: New York Distilling Company Perry’s Tot Navy Strength Gin, Jack Rudy’s Tonic Syrup, bitter lemon syrup, orange, lemon and lime; Zen, it is: Jim Beam Bourbon, ginger toddy water with cinnamon and star anise, Bee George Honey, lemon juice, lemon peel and Mull it over: mulling mix with honey, fresh orange zest, cinnamon and coriander, La Cabotte Chotes du Rhone, Catoctin Creek 1757 Brandy, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao. Robison’s popular beer and shot combos, “bingers”, from the bar’s late night menu, will also make an early appearance at 8:00 p.m.”

More Details on New Restaurant from CityZen’s former Chef coming to 7th Street

By Prince Of Petworth

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1015 7th Street, NW

Some more info on the new restaurant from the chef of CityZen coming to 7th Street by the Passenger. The placard says:

“New contemporary American restaurant serving an A la Carte menu with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage service, featuring a lower level with fine dining, which offers a seasonal tasting menu. Live entertainment may be provided for special events. Seating is for 200 patrons and the total occupancy load is 550. Sidewalk Café with seating for 20 patrons.”

A peek in the window reveals they still have a ways to go before opening:

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7th Street looking north toward the Passenger

This guy won the unwinnable 5lb+ Pho challenge at Sprig & Sprout this weekend

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photos courtesy Sprig & Sprout

From an email:

“5lb+ Pho Challenge Bowl WINNER!

We just had someone complete our Pho Challenge. He did it in 30min 41sec.

2lbs of meat, 2lbs of noodles, 1lb of sprouts and onions, and 3 quarts of broth all demolished.

AND he is a visiting tourist (Canada) who just happened to be coming in for lunch, saw the bowl and decided it would be a fun part of his vacation.

He wins his name on our plaque, his pictures on our website, as well as $100 in TryCaviar credits (only to the first person to beat the bowl).”

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