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Noodles and Company has opened up next to the Jos A Bank at 1825 Wisconsin Ave, NW.

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Cady’s Alley Courtesy of eastbanc

From a press release:

“EastBanc, Inc. and Jamestown announced today that Steven Alan, the trend-setting casual fashion boutique for both men and women, has signed a lease to occupy the retail space in its Georgetown Renaissance property at 3319 M Street, in the heart of Cady’s Alley. The 670-square-foot store will serve as the brand’s first DC location. Steven Alan will move into its new Cady’s Alley address in September. Home furnishings and fashion retailer Muléh formerly occupied the space.

Offering modern versions of classic ready-to-wear standards for both men and women, Steven Alan has become a staple in casual wear. Alan first emerged into the fashion world in 1994, opening a retail store in New York City to showcase emerging designers. He launched his own line in 1999 and quickly garnered a following for the unique brand of casual, self-assured essentials. Steven Alan, represented by broker Elliott Kyle of The McDevitt Company, will be located directly across from Kafe Leopold.

“Steven Alan is one of the more innovative urban retailers we have recently met,” says Philippe Lanier, vice president of EastBanc, Inc. “The store’s interest in becoming a component of Cady’s Alley helps solidify our desire to enhance and complement the design focus of the block with innovative retailers developing a brand and culture around their customer. We believe that shoppers will find the Steven Alan experience one that they visit often.”

Situated on the scenic central courtyard, Steven Alan will enrich the extensive collection of distinguished designer brands currently found in Cady’s Alley, rounding out the retail quarter as Washington’s epicenter of modern fashion, design, furnishing and lifestyle goods. The Steven Alan lease agreement is part of a recent swell of Georgetown Renaissance leasing activity that includes stylish retailers such as Intermix, Calypso St. Barth, CB2, City Sports and West Elm. The Steven Alan deal also solidifies the westward movement in Georgetown of sophisticated lifestyle offerings and will complement current Cady’s Alley fashion tenants Bonobos, Babette and Relish.”


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2201 14th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Less than one month after the debut of his Northern Greek restaurant Kapnos, Mike Isabella is set to open G, a 46-seat, 2,000-square-foot spot that will serve sandwiches by day and a four-course Italian American tasting menu by night, on July 26. G, located next door to Kapnos, is a companion to Graffiato, Isabella’s Italian-inspired spot, located in the bustling Chinatown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

“With G, I’m recreating the food I loved to eat growing up in Jersey,” said Chef Mike Isabella. “At lunch, you will find classic Italian American deli subs, as well as some more elevated sandwiches and flavors inspired by our menu at Kapnos. At night, we are serving an affordable multi-course Italian menu, and on Sundays we’ll offer a special Sunday Gravy menu. This is important to me because I want to give D.C. that big Italian-American family dining experience I grew up with every week.”

Sandwich Shop
The sandwich shop at G will be open daily, with sandwiches served from 11am to 4pm. The menu includes classics like the Italian hero, chicken parm and meatball sub, as well as Isabella’s creations like the spicy mushroom panino, roasted cauliflower sandwich and roast suckling pig sub. The meats are all roasted in-house, some in the massive rotisserie spits at Kapnos. The sandwiches are available for dine-in or carry out. Carryout orders can be made in advance by calling 202-234-5015. By fall, G will add evening carryout to its sandwich shop program.

Tasting Menu
Beginning August 3, the tasting menu will be offered Wednesday through Sunday. The fixed-price meal will be more traditionally Italian menu than the Italian-inspired small plates offered at Graffiato, including antipasti, a pasta course, a meat, fish or vegetarian course and dessert. A daily crudo will also be offered as a supplement to the four-course menu. The primi course will include traditional Italian pastas like Scarpinocc Alla Amatriciana, a ravioli-like, eggplant stuffed pasta dressed with a sauce of guanciale and grated pecorino. Main courses will feature selections like aged duck breast with beet panzanella and bread crusted bass with smoked sunchokes and charred onion relish. Seasonal pies, zeppole and gelato are some of the ways to end the meal. (more…)


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1010 Massachusetts Ave, NW

Thanks to ‏@bgluckman for tweeting a photo of the rendering. Bolt Burgers will be located in the huge corner space at 1010 Massachusetts Ave, NW. A recent liquor license posted out front says:

“New restaurant serving burgers and fries with seating for 79 patrons, Total occupancy load 137.
Sidewalk Café with seating for 48 patrons.”

They will be open Sunday through Thursday 7am-2am; Friday and Saturday 7am-3am.

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Their website says:

Bolt Burgers is where sophisticated burger lovers kick back and enjoy flavors they can’t get at any other fast casual burger restaurant—big, satisfying flavors beyond what you expect from a burger, fries and soft drink. The antithesis of quick serve burger joints, it’s an experience worth savoring, from the hand formed patty of Bolt’s exclusive, extra juicy blend of Certified Angus Beef, to the toasted brioche bun, to the layers of flavor piled in between, including:

Spice rubs, such as Toasted Peppercorn & Herb, and Fiery Chili, Cumin & Paprika
Artisanal Cheeses, such as Local Virginia Goat Cheese, Truffle Pecorino and Smoked Gouda
Exclusive Sauces, such as Tomato and Sweet Basil, and Habanero, Cilantro & Lime Mayo
Homemade relishes, such as Black Bean, Corn & Onion, and Crunchy Asian Slaw

For those who hunger for something other than beef, Bolt also offers:

Turkey Burgers
Marinated Chicken Breasts
Vegetarian Black Bean Burgers
Gourmet Griddled Cheesewiches made with Bolt’s artisanal cheeses.

You can see their full menu here.

There’s a bit of a glare but you can see the rendering after the jump. (more…)


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1255 H Street, NE

Thanks to a reader for sending. Back in July of last year we learned that The Spot On H would be:

“New Restaurant, offering American Cuisine, Entertainment Endorsement to include 2 to 3 piece Jazz Band, Summer Garden with 35 seats. Number of seats inside is 88, with total occupancy load of 126.”

This is the former Baitul Khair space at the corner of 13th and H St, NE. I didn’t realize there would be a roof deck. Sweet! Here’s a look at a rendering the reader sent:

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3903 14th Street, NW

We knew it was coming – now’s your chance to get it.

Rib Pit is going for $399,000:

“Prime Location !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is an Estate Sale, Exempt from Property Disclaimer/Disclosure. Contract and Settlement subject to Probate Court Approval. Property to coincide and settle with adjacent property located at 3907 14th Street NW, see mls #DC8138777. Parking in the Rear.”

And Rib Pit Lounge is going for $299,999.


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3003 M Street, NW

Just saw the coming soon signage for i-Thai Restaurant and Sushi Bar posted in the old Garrett’s space in Georgetown.  The Washington Post reports:

“Owner Ann Chevasuttho said the menu would be similar to her other Thai restaurants in Virginia – I-Thai in Vienna and ThaiDeelish in Ashburn — but with more of an upscale atmosphere and a sushi bar.”

Updates as they get closer to opening.

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350 Tingey Street, SE

From the Capital Riverfront BID:

“As the interior build-out progresses on Nando’s Peri-Peri, the famous flame-grilled chicken restaurant is expected to open in mid-August.”

You can see Nando’s menu here.

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From a DC Beer Week email:

“Sunday, August 18 – The Bluejacket Sneak Preview BBQ – To cap off the week, Bluejacket will host its first-ever soiree from 3 PM to 7 PM at the soon-to-open brewery, slated to officially open in early September. The Bluejacket team invites you to join them for a good ol’ fashion Sunday backyard BBQ, an intimate gathering, hosted by Beer Director Greg Engert and Brewmaster Megan Parisi, that will feature a number of Bluejacket brews, a selection of backyard BBQ eats by Executive Chef Kyle Bailey, plus a guided tour of the three-vessel brewhouse, barrel-aging platforms and 19 different fermentation vessels, all encompassed within the multi-leveled 11,000 square-foot space. Tickets are priced at $65 per person and include all food and beverage. Tickets go on sale on Monday, July 22 at 12 noon through Eventbrite.”


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2100 14th Street, NW

Via Urban Daddy comes word that Diego Tex-Mex has finally opened up at 14th and V St, NW in the former AM-PM Carryout space. Diego’s website says:

“Welcome to Diego where you can expect the unexpected. Diego Rivera is one of Mexico’s greatest painters of the 20th century.

Enjoy the fresh flavors of authentic contemporary Mexican cuisine.

Best Dishes at Diego:

Guacamole
Fajitas
Chimichangas
Enchiladas
Tacos al Pastor
Camarones
Seafood
Tres Leches cake
And more!”

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Formerly AM-PM Carryout in 2010


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