Florida Ave, NW has been getting a lot of action lately – now Florida Ave NE is getting in on some action with Chinito’s Burritos opening up at 635 across from Galludet University.

Their Facebook page says:

Gastronomes Take Heed. Founded by Jin Chong, Chinitos Burritos is committed to serving the community authentic Mexican food at an affordable price. Located in the meat-packing district of NE, Washington, DC, my mission is to provide gourmet food that is prepared quickly. The name Chinitos is an adaptation of the Spanish word Chinos to describe Asians. Cheers to good food and longevity.

With a passion for food and a love for people, Chinitos Burritos aims to establish trust in the community for preparing authentic Mexican food done well. Gourmet food does not have to come with a gourmet price tag.

My hope is to inspire and enhance the quality of life through great food and experience, combined by entertainment and great atmosphere. Command the art of hospitality employing the juxtaposition of nourishment, rapport, and diversion to create harmony and foster the ceremony of life and living.

And here’s how it works:


Back in Dec. ’11 we took an early look at Boundary Road coming to 414 H St, NE. I stopped back earlier this week to see how they were progressing:

Awesome! While we already got a sneak peek of their food menu I’m psyched to now be able to give a sneak peek of their beverage menu:

Boundary Road Beverage Menu

Like the dining menu, the beverage menu will also be changing with the seasons. How does this one sound?

If all goes well they should be opening very soon. I’ll update with an exact date when it’s announced. In the meantime, after the jump, you can see a few more photos of how the space is looking. (more…)


From an email:

Toki Underground [1234 H Street NE] will be preparing a modern rendition of classic Chinese New Year cuisine in an eight course tasting menu format with a family style main course. The price will be $65 per person, there will be no vegetarian option or substitutions.

We will be closed Monday, January 23rd in observation of Chinese New Year.

YEAR OF THE DRAGON TASTING MENU
Modern rendition of classic Chinese New Year cuisine.
pop up collaboration with Chef Erik Yang

Tuesday, January 24th
Chef Thang Le
of Momofuku Noodle Bar (NYC), and Iggy’s (Singapore), and Toki Underground (DC)

Wednesday, January 25th
Chef Scott Drewno
of The Source by Wolfgang Puck (DC)
A collaboration with Chef Erik Yang

Eight Courses. $65/person
no vegetarian option. no substitution. it will be reservation only. We will be taking reservations for two seatings, one at 6pm and one at 8pm.


This week in coming to H Street, NE – DC Conscious Cafe. A recent liquor license posted at the Buka Restaurant space at 1413 H St, NE says:

“New Restaurant. World Fusion menu. Social gatherings, book reading and speakers from the community. Entertainment will be provided. Occupancy load is 40.”

Cool. I’m eager to learn more about the book readings and speakers from the community. Sounds like it may have a Busboys and Poets vibe.

Ed. Note: World/global fusion seems to be where it’s at for the moment.


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