19th and L Street, NW (former Corner Bakery space)
Thanks to Aaron for sharing the latest from Mikey and Mel’s: “Opening date, December 18th. “Maybe.” (more…)
Restaurants
Thanks to Larry for sending:
“No more &pizza @DCA”
801 O Street, NW
Sad new via Tim Carman:
“I just had a conversation with Cedric Maupillier, chef and owner of Convivial in DC. Much of it was off the record but here’s the unfortunate takeaway:
Convivial is closing Dec. 22.
Many factors played into the decision: crime, location, back rent.
It’s a big loss.”
3115 14th Street, NW
From an email:
“Tamashaa, a modern Indian Gastro Bar, that opened this past Spring in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC, is launching a three course brunch menu this Saturday, December 7th. (more…)
625 H Street, NE
Thanks to Kevin for sending:
“Great news– sign is up for Taco Bell on H St across from the Whole Foods”
STAY TUNED for an opening date.
1 M Street, SE
From a press release:
“Llamabar, a vibrant new café offering fresh, locally sourced, grass fed and organic delights, is thrilled to announce it’s opening this in the heart of DC’s Navy Yard neighborhood.
Llamabar is more than just a café—it’s a community hub where great food meets great connections. Visitors can look forward to a curated menu featuring mouthwatering sandwiches, crisp salads, energizing açaí bowls, refreshing smoothies, and rejuvenating cold-pressed juices, all crafted with locally sourced, organic ingredients to nourish the body and delight the palate. They also offer what some are calling the “viral” wagyu chopped cheese sandwich that’s a must try. (more…)
Dining Room photo by Scott Suchman
From a press release:
“Chef and owner Danny Lledó is set to open his much anticipated El Taller del Xiquet (2404 Wisconsin Avenue NW; 202-913-4671) tomorrow. Located on the street-level of his renowned, Michelin-starred, AAA five-diamond destination, Xiquet, El Taller, or Xiquet’s Workshop, offers guests a chance to experience Lledó’s refined Spanish cooking in a sleek, convivial setting.
El Taller del Xiquet has 14 seats, offering a truly intimate dining experience. In this workshop space, Lledó is set to experiment with creative dishes that will evolve over time. Guests are invited to make selections from decadent dishes without the commitment of a prix fixe tasting menu. The restaurant’s inaugural menu offers a customizable culinary tour of coastal Spain showcasing the best of the region’s agri- and aquaculture. (more…)
2621 Connecticut Ave, NW
Macintyre’s opened here back in 2015 and abruptly closed back in April. A new liquor license application has been filed at the space for La Quinta: (more…)
Thanks to a reader for passing on the big Jersey Mike’s news:
“Local CP ANC commissioners Janell Pagats and Tammy Gordon spotted it” (more…)
3501 Connecticut Avenue, NW previously home to a California Tortilla and a Pizzeria Uno back in the day.
Ach my heart. Well that was fast…
Thanks to A. and all other who sent word about the paper going back up at Buffalo & Bergen in Cleveland Park.
Rest assured continuing coverage shall continue but MOTHER *&%#*% for real. Damn yo.
O fair cold face! O form of grace,
For human passion madly yearning!
O weary air of dumb despair,
From marble won, to marble turning!
“Leave us not thus!” we fondly pray.
“We cannot let thee pass away!”
Ah, well-a-day!
-Lewis Carroll