Restaurants

New restaurant from Chef Barry Koslow replacing J&G Steakhouse at W Hotel to be Called Pinea – Opening September

By Prince Of Petworth

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515 15th Street, NW

From a press release:

“W Washington DC, the closest hotel to the White House announces Pinea, the new restaurant slated to open in September 2014 in the hotel at 515 15th Street NW.

Pinea, named for the two-needled pine trees of Southern Europe, the source of pine nuts, will offer contemporary regional European dishes with a focus on France, Italy and Spain created by Chef Barry Koslow. The menu will follow flavor profiles popular in these regions including citrus, fresh herbs such as lavender and rosemary and special olive oils. All will enhance an exceptional selection of local vegetables and seasonally varying meat and seafood. (more…)

After Peacock Room Already Closed for “Restructuring” but will Reopen August 10th and adding a Liquor License

By Prince Of Petworth

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2622 P Street, NW

The After Peacock Room only opened in April but closed in June:

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In the interim they’ve also posted a placard for a liquor license. Hours are listed at Sunday through Saturday: 10am – 10pm. Though their website says:

“AFTER PEACOCK ROOM is a fine dining cafe located in Georgetown, Washington DC. We provide excellent coffees and teas with fine pastries and savory light meals.

The design is a modern interpretation of Harmony in Blue and Gold: The Peacock Room, created by James McNeill Whistler in 1877.

We hope to be a shelter where you can come to escape the hectic outside world for a while.

Hours
Tuesday – Friday (12 pm – 9 pm)
Saturday – Sunday (10 am – 7 pm)”

DC Pizza Opening Soon on 19th Street – “build your own pie | ready in 3 minutes”

By Prince Of Petworth

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1103 19th Street, NW

DC Pizza coming to the former Fish! Maki Sushi Joint by Kaz is looking ready to open very soon. Their website is now live and explains their process. Hours are listed as 11am-9pm daily. You can see their menu here: dc-pizza menu (PDF)

Prices are listed as “UP TO THREE TOPPINGS $8.62, JUST CHEESE $5.99, additional toppings $.99”

Their Facebook page explains it succinctly:

“Choose the crust, sauces and toppings you love and we will bake it up in less than three minutes! Yummy”
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Georgetown Dinette Reopens – Now Serving Brunch

By Prince Of Petworth

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3206 O Street, NW

I was happy to see that the refreshed Georgetown Dinette had finally reopened.

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One yelp reviewer writes in late June:

“Georgetown Dinette has reopened under new management but Harry still owns the building and pops in and out on a regular basis. I live in the neighborhood and walked by and decided to try the gyro special tonight and it was the absolute best gyro I have ever eaten. The owners, Nasser and Josh, were giving away free sliders tonight (first come first serve, they won’t last long) and they were equally amazing. They mentioned they may be open late a few nights a week, which is a plus. This place is worth a visit, definitely a new gem in Georgetown.”

New trend in reasonably priced little spots opening in Georgetown?

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From Western Wear to Sexy Wear to Cafe Mayo

By Prince Of Petworth

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3147 Dumbarton Street, NW

Back in January we learned that this former Cowboy Western Wear store would become UTB Boutique selling “sexy wear”. Now it’s become Cafe Mayo – which actually could become a “hidden gem” – check out their Five Spice Beef Brisket:

Post by Cafe Mayo.

I stopped for a breakfast sandwich which was quite simple and good – and the prices are right:

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They also have Banh Mi:

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Ben’s Chili Bowl, Grand Opening at Reagan National Airport (DCA) Tomorrow (Wed.)

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo courtesy Ben’s Chili Bowl

From a press release:

“On Wednesday, July 23rd, Ben’s Chili Bowl will celebrate the opening of the historic D.C. restaurant’s first ever airport location. “Ben’s Chili Bowl is an iconic part of Washington, D.C.’s rich culture,” said Jack Potter, President and CEO of Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. “It is fitting to have Ben’s at the airport, welcoming travelers and giving them their first taste of the region.”

The Ben’s Chili Bowl ribbon cutting will be held at the restaurant’s new location, pre-security in the B/C Terminal of Reagan National Airport. The Chuck Brown Band will perform at the event in honor of the late, great Chuck Brown, another Washington, DC icon.

Visitors to Washington, DC have usually heard about Ben’s Chili Bowl long before their arrival. Many remember the news of President Obama stopping by to enjoy a Chili Half Smoke. Ben’s has been seen on Man vs. Food, CNN, Oprah, Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations, Good Morning America, Larry the Cable Guy, Pauly Shore, The Daily Show, and countless other national and international shows. People often think of Bill Cosby when they think of Ben’s because he has been a longtime friend and Half Smoke aficionado. (more…)

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