Restaurants

Newton’s Noodles abruptly closes Downtown “moving to a new location”

By Prince Of Petworth

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1129 20th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I went to get lunch at Newton’s Noodles today and they were closed during prime lunch hours without any activity inside or a sign on the door. I am bummed because I love this place. Any idea about what’s going on? It reads like the signs of a business closing to me.”

Newton’s Noodles opened with much fanfare back in October 2013. In response to a query on their facebook page, Newton’s Noodles wrote on November 17th:

“We are moving to a new location. A little smaller of a space that supports both a lunch and dinner business. More info to come shortly.”

Stay tuned.

Full service Busboys and Poets restaurant will occupy approximately 7,000 square feet in Anacostia

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user washingtonydc

More big news from Busboys and Poets:

“The Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative (FSFSC) and Busboys and Poets will formerly announce a partnership that will result in a restaurant and hospitality and culinary leadership training institute in Ward 8 on Martin Luther King Ave., SE.

At the press conference, FSFSC will announce that a full service Busboys and Poets restaurant will occupy approximately 7,000 square feet in the building owned and operated by the Ward 8 based nonprofit. It will also highlight its plans to operate a full-scale hospitality and culinary arts leadership training institute and new office space for FSFSC.

The Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative planned this venture with Ward 8 residents in mind. “Employment opportunities in these fields are flourishing – in the nation’s capital, and FSFSC wants to ensure Ward 8 residents are prepared and well equipped to compete for jobs in the field of culinary arts and hospitality,” states Perry Moon, Executive Director of FSFSC. “In addition, Busboys and Poets is bringing a needed amenity to the neighborhood.”

For eighteen years, FSFSC has partnered with residents, agencies, and institutions in the Southeast community to ensure a healthy and positive environment for families. The Hospitality and Culinary Leadership Institute will be one more step in providing resources and tools for residents of Ward 8.”

Firefly Hires Top Chef Season Nine Finalist Lindsay Autry – new menus in 2015

By Prince Of Petworth

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1310 New Hampshire Ave, NW

From an email:

“Lindsay Autry, who placed third in Bravo TV’s ninth season of “Top Chef,” has joined the Firefly team as Executive Chef. Her most recent positions included Executive Chef roles at the Sundy House and the Omphoy Ocean Resort in Palm Beach, Florida. Autry graduated from Johnson & Wales University and honed her skills under James Beard Award-winning Chef Michelle Bernstein with positions at Azul at the Mandarin Oriental in Miami and MB in Cancun, eventually leading to the Executive Chef role at Michelle Bernstein Restaurant at the Omphoy.

A native of North Carolina, Lindsay describes her cuisine as soulful, embracing Mediterranean flavors while blending in her Southern roots​. Autry’s goals for Firefly include building on the restaurant’s reputation as a neighborhood gathering spot and creating approachable cuisine with a focus on conscientious sourcing and seafood. She plans on taking the next several weeks to settle in at Firefly’s kitchen and will unveil new menus in 2015.”

Which Wich’s first two DC locations opening around Dec. 15th

By Prince Of Petworth

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1025 Vermont Ave, NW

Last week we learned Which Wich Superior Sandwiches was coming to Vermont Ave just north of K Street in addition to 1800 E Street, NW. A rep from Which Wich writes with a brief update:

“The Vermont Ave location will be opening hopefully December 15, and the second location at 1800 E Street NW will be opening a few days later.”

You can see Which Wich Superior Sandwiches menu here.

Donburi Celebrating 1 Year Anniversary Nov. 20th in Adams Morgan – 50% off all day – Check Out their Revamped Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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2438 18th Street, NW

The folks from Donburi Restaurant write:

“On November 20th, 2013, Donburi opened on 18th Street in Adams Morgan. As of this Thursday we will have been open for one year, and we’re incredibly happy to say that things have only gotten better with each passing week. To celebrate our 1-year anniversary, we’ll be premiering a revamped menu which will include both tried-and-true favorites as well as brand new menu items. This is also an opportunity for us to thank all of our customers, who have supported us loyally over the past year. As a sign of our deep appreciation, everything on our menu will be 50% off for the entire day, including our new menu items.

Please join us on Thursday, 11/20, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM as we celebrate this tremendous milestone. Without you we wouldn’t be here!”

Check out the new menu:

Donburi – 11-20-14 Menu (PDF)

Scuttlebutt Confirmed! Chaia (vegetarian tacos) coming to Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

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3207 Grace Street NW via Chaia DC

Back in July we shared some scuttlebutt that popular vegetarian taco seller Chaia could be looking for a permanent brick and mortar space in Georgetown. Chaia now confirms the good news with an exact location on theirfacebook page:

“Chaia will open our first shop at 3207 Grace Street NW in Georgetown! We’re excited to serve a larger selection of our seasonal tacos with crafted sides and natural drinks. See you in 2015!

#FarmToTaco #Georgetown”

The Black Squirrel’s Thank-You Thanksgiving $7 All-You-Can-Eat Buffet in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

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2427 18th Street, NW

From an email:

“It’s almost time for us to get thankful for Thanksgiving! This is the sixth year we’ve put on our Thank-You Thanksgiving for our customers (and anyone else who needs a home on Thanksgiving). Amy

The Black Squirrel’s Thank-You Thanksgiving $7 All-You-Can-Eat Buffet

Get ready this Thanksgiving (November 27) for The Black Squirrel’s Sixth Annual Thank-You Thanksgiving $7 All-You-Can-Eat Black Squirrel Feast.

Starting at 12:00 pm (noon), we’re putting out a full Thanksgiving buffet spread with turkey, ham, roast beef & all the trimmings for only $7 as our special thank-you to you, our customers!

We’ll also be serving some of your favorite seasonal beers, including Schlafly Pumpkin Ale, RJ Rockers Gruntled Pumpkin, Champion Goin’ Yam & more!

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Let’s Eat Some Turkey!

Thank-You Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27th, starting at 12:00 p.m.

Opening on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 27th, at 12:00 pm. Serving Thanksgiving buffet of both floors. Closing at 2:00 am or when we fall into a food coma–whichever comes first.“

Check Out the Huge OKI Ramen & Sake Sign – Now Open on M Street in former Sala Thai space

By Prince Of Petworth

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1817 M Street, NW

Back in September we learned that Oki Ramen was going to replace Sala Thai’s small lower level space on M Street just off Connecticut Ave. It’s tough to be noticed in a lower level spot so it looks like Oki Ramen is taking the opposite tact of Denson Liquor Bar – Check out their huge sign. It’s taking a bit longer than a “few weeks” to open but should be soon. Stay tuned.

Update from a reader:

“Oki is open now its been open for a couple of weeks now. It’s a good place the downstairs looks great, i like the vibe.”

Hush Restaurant & Lounge, “Tavern specializing in intercontinental food”, coming to 3124 Georgia Ave; Ping Pong Bar Progress Nearby

By Prince Of Petworth

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3124 Georgia Ave, NW

Early last year this building was supposed to become home to Mama Put “serving Asian & African inspired food, with an atmosphere for lounging and listening to DJ music or Live Bands”. Recently a new liquor license placard was posted for Hush Restaurant & Lounge saying:

“Tavern specializing in intercontinental food with seating capacity of 250 and total occupancy of 350. Summer garden with 100 seats. Entertainment Endorsement to include cover charge and dancing.”

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looking north on Georgia towards Kenyon Street and Morgan’s Seafood

And just a few storefronts south that proposed tavern with ping pong tables looks to be making progress in the former Ma Ma’s Southern Cuisine space:

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3118 Georgia Ave, NW

Looks like the bar is getting framed out:

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