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1309 5th Street, NE

Earlier in the week we learned that RIS would be opening a stall in mid-November and it:

“will feature a larder of staples for any chef or home cook: stocks, sauces, soups, prepared foods and baked goods, along with daily offerings of “Ris Bowls” – hot stews, creative salads and nutritious children’s foods.”

The Washington Post also reports that and a new seafood market and cafe called the District Fishwife will be opening in November:

“the District Fishwife, a 440-square-foot seafood market and cafe that will deal in sustainable fish. Lewis is expected to sell locally sourced products — rockfish, blue crabs, oysters — while working with distributors and wholesalers to find sustainably caught tuna, wild salmon and sustainably farmed barramundi. She also wants to push small, oily fish.”

And on top of that a liquor license application was recently posted for a new restaurant:

“A chef driven,, farm to table, full service restaurant serving local, fresh and seasonal inspired food. Total Occupancy Load #199, number of Seats #120, Summer Garden seating- joint use in common area. Including Entertainment Endorsement, Live and Recorded music and jazz.”


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1100 3rd Street, NE

From a press release:

Beginning Saturday August 31st and running through November 2nd, The Lot at Union Kitchen will host an open-air Fall concert series every Saturday from 5 pm- 10 pm, featuring $5 beer and wine and food from the nearly 50 businesses who operate out of Union Kitchen. Concert admission is free and will feature a both local and out of town bands. Brett and Champagne Fever will launch the free 10 week outdoor concert series this Saturday.

Performances will also include Paperhaus, Starlight Girls, Jonny Graves, Pree, Watermelon, The North Country, Tiny Victories, and many more. Food will include TaKorean, Union Kitchen Catering Food Truck, Milk Cult, Altis BBQ, and others.

The Lot @ Union Kitchen is beer garden meets open air bazaar meets concert in the park venue. The Lot @ Union Kitchen aims to provide local musicians with a living wage in order to help spur a culture of local music and arts that is affordable, organic, and gritty. The Lot @ Union Kitchen also provides a platform for the members of Union Kitchen to sell their food while engaging the community in fun, affordable, and unique entertainment.”


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1309 5th Street, NE

From a press release:

“Ris Lacoste, Chef/Owner of RIS has signed a lease on a new concept at Union Market, the popular marketplace in northeast DC. RIS at Union Market is slated to open mid-November and will feature a larder of staples for any chef or home cook: stocks, sauces, soups, prepared foods and baked goods, along with daily offerings of “Ris Bowls” – hot stews, creative salads and nutritious children’s foods.

Lacoste will oversee the opening of the vendor space and Allison Cortese, current Dining Room Manager at RIS, the chef’s popular full service restaurant in DC’s West End, will run the market stall. Once open, RIS at Union Market will operate during regular market hours, Wednesday through Sunday.”


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From Union Market:

“Introducing The Roadie, a shuttle that will take you to Union Market!

Beginning August 21 you can catch a ride to Union Market on your lunch hour. Wednesdays – Fridays / 11am-2pm.

Stops:

Union Market / 1309 5th Street NE
South Side of 1200 Block of Third Street NE (at M Street NE)
East Side of 100 Block of L Street NE (at First Street NE)

The shuttle runs every 20 minutes.”

Nice!


513 Florida Avenue Northeast

This rental is located at 513 Florida Avenue, Northeast:

The listing says:

“Completely renovated Gorgeous three bedroom/two and a half bathroom and located three blocks from NoMa (formerly New York Ave-Florida Ave-Gallaudet U Station) Metro. Includes: Hardwood floors throughout, granite countertops, and stackable washer/dryer. Attractions: Union Market, Harris Teeter, Starbucks, Gallaudet University etc.”

You can see more photos here.

This 3 bed/2.5 bath is going for $2,550/Mo.


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Chef Timothy Dean

Back in April we learned that a TD Burger from Chef Timothy Dean of Top Chef fame would be opening up a new spot in the former Zuppa Fresca space in the Loree Grand at the corner of 3rd and K St, NE. They open up on Monday at 4pm and I was able to step inside for a quick look and chat with the chef.

I have to admit I don’t watch Top Chef (I don’t have cable), so I promise I wasn’t starstruck, but Chef Dean is a very very cool dude. Super nice and super enthusiastic about the space. Also he’s originally from DC – the Kenilworth neighborhood near the aquatic gardens. Anyway, a bit about the space – There’s seating for 68 inside and 60 outside. In addition to burgers there will be, pizza, wings, salads and sandwiches. The service will be fast and quality. You order by the door and then get a number to place at your table and a runner will bring your food. However, there will be a full bar so a cocktail server will come by if you want to order a drink:

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A full bar including 6 beers on tap and 60-65 craft beers in bottles and cans

They open Monday at 4pm but after 10 days or so they will also open for lunch. And while delivery could be available in the future – carryout will also be available right away.

Lots of patio seating for up to 60:

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250 K Street, NE

Hours of operation:

M-TH 11 am – 10 pm; bar & late-night menu 10 pm – midnight
F-Sa 11 am – 11 pm; bar & late-night menu 11 pm – 1 am
Sun 11 am – 10 pm

Oh yeah, one more thing – plans are for a bistro concept from Dean coming “to this side of town” in the near future too!

More photos and a look at the full menu after the jump. (more…)


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243 K Street, NE

Indigo has now applied for a liquor license at the corner of 3rd and K St, NE:

“New restaurant, serving Indian food. Occupancy load is 60. Sidewalk Café with 65 seats.”

Hours will be – Sunday through Thursday 7 am – 2 am: Friday and Saturday 7 am – 3 am.

Getting close!


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Photo by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC

From a press release:

“All of DC’s favorite beer-makers converge for NoMa Beer Fest during DC Beer Week on Saturday, August 17. Sample special summer ales and local favorites, with live music, DJs, games, and tasty food by Union Kitchen and local food trucks. All-local breweries include DC Brau, Chocolate City Brewing Company, District Chophouse, Capital City Brewing Company, Three Stars, Right Proper Brewery ( opening soon in Shaw), and the Brewer’s Art (Baltimore). Reserve your beer tickets online now! $10 for 2 beers, or $10 for four sample tastings. (more…)


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