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Toro Toro from Chef Richard Sandoval Coming to 1300 I Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

A liquor license application has been posted out front 1300 I St, NW for a restaurant called Toro Toro:

“New Restaurant steakhouse specializing in Part Latin cuisine with inside seating #260, Total Occupancy Load #500. Requesting a Sidewalk Café with #52 seats and Live Entertainment, DJ Dancing and Cover Charge. Dance floor located in basement approx. 400 Sq. Ft.”

Toro Toro is a Richard Sandoval restaurant:

Toro Toro is a creative blend of Pan Latin styles and flavors. Chef-owner Richard Sandoval, whose accolades include Bon Appétit Restaurateur of the Year and Mexico’s Toque d’Oro, artfully spins South and Central American ingredients into small plates designed for sharing.

The beverage menu features innovative, hand-muddled cocktails, a collection of Latin wines and a variety of sugarcane spirits, which may be sipped at the Rum and Cachaca Bars. The vibrant décor fuses traditional and contemporary tastes, the perfect setting to savor Chef Richard Sandoval’s acclaimed cuisine.

You can see the menu for Toro Toro Dubai here. You can see a list of other Sandoval restaurants here.

DC’s Toro Toro restaurant will be located near the McPherson Square metro right across the street from Franklin Park:

19th Bar Closed at 1900 I Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


1900 I Street, NW

19th Bar has closed at the corner of 19th and I St, NW. On Friday a reader wrote in saying the saw furniture being carried out and when I stopped by on Saturday the space was completely empty:

We judged 19th Bar back in Nov. 2010.

It’s a pretty prime location so I’ll be sure to update when a new tenant is known.

Condo Sales Start at CityCenterDC

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo courtesy of Hines, Archstone and the TFI US Real Estate Fund

From a press release:

Hines, Archstone and the TFI US Real Estate Fund, sponsors of CityCenterDC, announced today the commencement of sales of luxury condominium residences at CityCenterDC, the 10-acre parcel in the heart of Downtown D.C. that is currently being transformed into a vibrant blend of residences, offices, shopping, restaurants, hotel and active parks. The new center for urban living is showcased in an expansive and interactive sales gallery – at 901 New York Avenue, NW – with an impressive scale model of the entire development, a fully built-out model residence and a striking view of the new neighborhood under construction and quickly taking shape.

Designed by London-based, globally recognized architecture firm Foster + Partners, the 216 condominiums provide homes with open layouts where natural light and outdoor spaces combine seamlessly to create a unique residential experience. The one- and two-bedroom residences have access to balconies and outdoor spaces of up to 900 square feet, and feature signature hallmarks of Foster + Partners’ design, including light-filled modern interiors and natural-colored materials. Residences are crafted with high-quality, custom details and environmentally responsible materials that offer thoughtful living in a modern environment. There are a variety of options for combining multiple residences. Pricing for the condominiums ranges from $500,000 to $3.5 million.

Construction is well underway with an anticipated delivery in Fall 2013.

The residences will be complimented by more than 60 shops and restaurants, providing one-of-a-kind shopping and dining destinations for the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

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Edgar Bar and Kitchen Opens in the Mayflower Hotel

By Prince Of Petworth


1127 Connecticut Ave, NW

Back in October we learned that Edgar Bar and Kitchen would be moving into the old Thomas Pink clothing store space. [Thomas Pink moved into the old  Town & Country bar space.]  Edgar has now opened.  Their website says:

Located in The Mayflower Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel, EDGAR brings back the power lunch destination in celebration of Washington, DC as not only the center of American politics but a continually evolving city culture of entrepreneurship, energy and excitement. The restaurant’s name is inspired by its most famous power lunch regular for over 20 years.

Bringing the spirit of the grand bar back to Connecticut Avenue, EDGAR is poised to become an iconic yet modern fixture within DC’s social and cultural scene. An upscale and modern eatery, EDGAR features bold traditional American brassiere cuisine and authentically crafted cocktails.

You can see their menus here.

You can see their new year’s eve special below:


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Georgetown University Downtown Campus Coming Soon to 7th and K St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

From Georgetown University’s website:

Scheduled to open in late 2013, the Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies will move to a new, principal space located at the intersection of 7th St. and Massachusetts Ave., NW in downtown Washington, D.C. The new Georgetown Downtown campus will help the School fulfill its mission of educating students to become more reflective, active, purposeful citizens who strive to make a difference to their own lives and to the world around them.

Located in one of the city’s most vibrant and accessible neighborhoods, this expansion from the Hilltop will further position the University as an anchor of Washington, D.C., expanding educational opportunity and fomenting community engagement through learning and service. The location was carefully selected to be accessible to our community of students and professionals and features comprehensive transportation options. The School is working with architects to design a space that reimagines the educational experience for the 21st century. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, professionals and community leaders will be able to connect with each other in new ways and in a neighborhood that offers hundreds of amenities and services.

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