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“The property’s signature restaurant, Estuary, features a menu helmed by James Beard Award recipients and “Top Chef” finalists, Bryan and Michael Voltaggio”

By Prince Of Petworth


inside 9th and I Street, NW courtesy Conrad Washington, DC

From an email:

“I am thrilled to announce the official opening of Conrad Washington, DC, marking the first property for the Conrad brand to debut in the nation’s capital.

some key facts that are of note:

· The 360-room, 10-floor hotel features 30,000 square feet of luxury retail space on its ground floor and 32,000 square feet of purpose-built meeting space, all above ground level

· The property’s signature restaurant, Estuary, features a menu helmed by James Beard Award recipients and “Top Chef” finalists, Bryan and Michael Voltaggio

· Summit The Rooftop at Conrad and associated event terrace deliver panoramic views of Washington’s most notable landmarks

· A first for the Conrad brand, the exclusive, full-service Sakura Club on the 10th floor is designed for the most-discerning hotel guests with offerings including an exquisite Japanese whisky collection and a traditional afternoon tea”

Press release: (more…)

We’ve Got a Free Taco Alert Starting at 11am

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Taqueria Local

From a press release:

“Taqueria Local announces they will celebrate their One-Year Anniversary by giving away FREE tacos on Monday March 18th, 2019. Customers will receive two free (ground beef, chicken or vegetarian) tacos per person between the hours of 11am-3pm.

Taqueria Local opened last March at 1627 K Street, NW with a mouthwatering menu of locally sourced tacos, burritos and Mexican snacks, as well as a handful of desserts. In addition to its extensive food menu, Taqueria Local also serves a variety of bottled Mexican sodas, margaritas, Mexican beer, and wine. (more…)

Yet Another D.C. Starbucks Announces Closing Date

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Joe Flood

Thanks to a reader for sending word that “the Starbucks at 18th and I Street, NW is closing April 1st. It always seemed busier than others downtown.”

This will follow other recent closures in Dupont at 1301 Connecticut Avenue, NW and 21st and P and the one on 77 H Street, NW, AND 9th and G St, NW as well as the coming closure of one in Glover Park next month.

T-15 Minutes to Free Chicken

By Prince Of Petworth


1210 18th Street, NW just off Connecticut north of M Street

Reminder from Nando’s:

“Need lunch, Washington? Then hurry to Nando’s Dupont Circle today for a Nando’s “Dash.” Nando’s will be offering succulent PERi-PERi chicken and other entrees–for free–to our guests from 11am to 1pm on Thursday March 7th.

What’s a #NandosDash? Simply dash on over to the Nando’s PERi-PERi restaurant on Dupont Circle (1210 18th Street, NW) to get a free quarter-chicken, chicken sandwich, wrap, or pita. It’s Nando’s way of saying thank you to its patient fans during our recent renovation. (more…)

The Block Food Hall Opening a 2nd Location in D.C. This Spring!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Scott for sending from The Block:

“HEY YALL! We are so excited to be bringin ANOTHER Block to DC @theblock.dc this spring – we will be right by the Farragut North metro stop off Vermont Ave NW. we are currently looking for team members to join us (management, front and back of house). Please apply online at theblockfoodhall.com/careers”

Their website says:

“Whether you’re lookin’ for great food or desserts, need a drink (or two), or just want a place to hangout with friends, we got you covered! (more…)

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