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…)
Restaurants
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
3501 Connecticut Avenue, NW previously home to a California Tortilla and a Pizzeria Uno back in the day.
This is not a drill. What this means, I do not know. Well, I suppose the paper down means they are close(r) to opening and that warrants a ‘BREAKING’ on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving :)
Thanks to J. for sharing at 1:49pm Tuesday, December 3rd: (more…)
2604 Connecticut Ave, NW
Last week we shared the news that Connect Cafe never connected in the old Mr Chen’s space.
Thanks to BC for letting us know: “Place has been leased, Philly cheesesteaks sandwiches coming.” (more…)
1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW previously home to Tadich Grill and of course TenPenh
Spotted this awesome signage from my rainy Turkey Trot yesterday, as my kids will attest I’m never not working even on trots :) – sorry for the blurry photo but exciting news!!
Cafe Fiorello’s website says:
“Cafe Fiorello is an institution across the street from Lincoln Center, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch on the weekends. Fiorello’s is a great spot for pre-theater dining. Open late each night, the restaurant is also perfect for a post-theater dinner, a light bite at the antipasto bar, or cocktails and dessert.
Experience our warm Italian hospitality from the moment you enter our doors. Enjoy our elaborate vegetable and seafood antipasto bar, as well as all of our pastas, local fish, chops, and don’t miss our famous signature thin-crust pizzas. (more…)