Restaurants

Uh Oh, Sounds Like El Camino Closed, again, in Bloomingdale. Reopening Again in a few weeks?

By Prince Of Petworth


108 Rhode Island Ave, NW near Boundary Stone

Update from BloomingdaleResident:

“Someone told me over the phone yesterday that they’re under new management and reopening in 1-2 weeks with the same staff and menu.”

Note: El Camino’s original owners opened up here back in October 2014.  El Camino closed back in September 2018. The new owners reopened El Camino here back in 2019.

Thanks to Bloomingdale resident, Ryan, for sharing the latest sad news about El Camino closing:

“Our family is truly heartbroken. My daughters are crushed. Marvin and the team always made us feel like family, we’re gonna miss them so very much. 😪. I hope whoever comes in after just does exactly what they were doing!”

Happier days: (more…)

Malabar “modern Indian fare” opened in the Rosedale space in Van Ness/Forest Hills

By Prince Of Petworth


4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Back in December we learned Malabar was coming to the relatively new Rosedale space on Connecticut Ave across the street from Bread Furst. They’ve now opened.

“Our Vision

To bridge cultures through the universal language of cuisine using traditional techniques, quality ingredients, and uncharted fusions.

James Beard award winning chef, Vikram Sunderam, and his Rasika chefs have designed the menu, with a focus on freshly ground spices and seasonal ingredients at its core, and which can be paired with curated wines, craft cocktails, and beers.” (more…)

Colada Shop Opens an Airport Outpost at DCA!

By Prince Of Petworth


“DCA — Terminal 2, C Gates (airside)”

Big day for new coffee shop outposts continues!

From an email:

“Colada Shop has opened its first-ever airport location, bringing its signature Cuban coffee, cocktails, and all-day bites to travelers flying through Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Open from first flight to last, the new outpost delivers the brand’s warm, vibrant hospitality in an on-the-go setting.”

Full press release: (more…)

“Any Acqua al 2 updates?”

By Prince Of Petworth


212 7th Street, SE

Ed. Note: Acqua al 2 closed here back in 2020. Harvest Tide had taken over the space but closed back in March 2024.

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to check in if you’ve heard any updates on the return of Acqua al 2? I haven’t heard much since you shared that it would be reopening, almost exactly a year ago!, and I’m hoping that all the other restaurant closures haven’t deterred them or changed anything. Thank you!”

Hmm, their website still says “coming soon”: (more…)

Bluestone Lane Coffee Shop and Public Interest Brasserie coming to Tempo Hotel on K Street!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1776 Street, NW

Thanks to Anya for sending: “Looks like a coffee shop and restaurant coming to the new Tempo hotel on the corner of 18th and K, NW!”

“Enjoy two inviting lobby-level dining options. One offers premium coffee, globally inspired café fare, and grab-and-go bites. The other serves locally sourced brasserie classics, craft beers, and cocktails with indoor and patio seating for any occasion.” (more…)

End of an Era: Bar Pilar Closing After Saturday’s Service. See their parting note. Plus a note from the original owner “Bar Pilar came to be in 2004…God bless Bar Pilar.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1833 14th Street, NW

Bar Pilar opened here back in March 2005 (“came to be in 2004”) and sold to new owners in 2019.

Thanks to all who messaged us the sad news about Bar Pilar closing. Last Friday we broke the news that trouble was brewing at Bar Pilar when a non payment of rent legal notice was posted to their front door. Unfortunately last night Bar Pilar confirmed the writing on the wall: (more…)

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