Thanks to G. for the update: “Hakuna Matata cleared out and have a sticker of death.” (more…)
Restaurants
“Dining Room, Minetta Tavern DC, credit Corry Arnold”
From a press release:
“Restaurateur Keith McNally’s Minetta Tavern, the classic New York style tavern and bar known for its vintage feel and Parisian menu, is now taking reservations for dinner at its new Union Market District location on Morse Alley, which opens to the public on December 10th. (more…)
804 V Street, NW previously home to Declaration
“All the 2024 Washington, D.C. MICHELIN Guide Stars
Tonight, Washington, D.C.’s selection saw the addition of two new One Stars—Mita and Omakase at Barracks Row—and a new Green Star for Oyster Oyster.
Courtesy of Chefs Tatiana Mora and Miguel Guerra, Mita brings with it a plant-based Latin American tasting menu. With international influences from Brazil to Bolivia, the food here is filled to the brim with original textures and flavor.
Omakase at Barracks Row, on the other hand, features a one-of-a-kind omakase experience consisting of Japanese imports and mouthwatering sushi.” (more…)
2475 18th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Did D—Light cafe change ownership? No more Ukrainian stuff posted, smaller menu…”
I stopped in on Saturday and was told that there is indeed a new owner.
Still good signs though: (more…)
via The Parks at Walter Reed
Thanks to N. for passing on:
“Hardware & Blue’s Coffee coming to The Parks at Walter Reed
A combo hardware and coffee shop, with offices above, will be taking over the historic 18,000 SF former nurse’s quarters in Building 12, the building right on Main Drive across from the playground. News of the purchase was announced earlier this fall. Building 12 will be revitalized and transformed into a True Value-branded hardware store that pays homage to its heritage, paired with Blue’s Coffee & Tea Co., a Washington, DC-based Black family-owned coffee and tea cafe. Blue’s Coffee has previously sold their coffee at the farmers market at The Parks. (more…)
photo by Erin
“Dear PoPville,
I am desperately searching for restaurants providing to go Xmas dinners and finding fewer places doing it this year. Looking for leads on anywhere I may not be able to find.
Thank you!”
Here’s a bunch of options I just got from an email: (more…)
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…)
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.”