Downtown

JUST IN and BREAKING: Downtown Not Dead: Mikey and Mel’s Deli Opened! L Street Resuscitated. Bagels! Pickles!! Pastrami!!!

By Prince Of Petworth


19th and L Street, NW (former Corner Bakery space)

My goodness and praise be!!

Thanks to Amy and Ibad for sending: “Mikey & Mel’s is FINALLY open!!”

Amy writes: “Stopped by today to dine in with coworkers and the staff were great, but had to tell folks it was a 30-45 minute wait for the food, which grew to an hour plus as we were getting ready to leave. Their ordering kiosks are convenient but take a bit of time because they have a TON of options. While we waited for our food, I went to the pickle bar and got a mix of dill, half sour and full sour. All tasted great. (more…)

Heads Up: “Winter Metrorail construction work begins Dec. 20”

By Prince Of Petworth

From WMATA:

“Between Friday, Dec. 20 and Monday, Dec. 30, Metro will alter train service and close some downtown stations as part of a major construction project to improve tracks and signaling, which will result in a smoother ride for customers. During this period, free shuttle buses will replace trains in between affected stations. Shuttles will use the existing bus lanes on H and I streets to speed travel. (more…)

Convivial still Closing BUT “Chef Cedric Maupillier Joins Barbouzard as Executive Chef/Partner”

By Prince Of Petworth


1700 K Street, NW

Ed. Note: Last week we learned that Convivial would be closing in Shaw December 22nd.

From an email:

“We’re excited to share the news that chef Cedric Maupillier will assume the role of partner and executive chef at Barbouzard, the French-Mediterranean concept opening in spring 2025 at 1700 K Street NW.”

Full release: (more…)

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