Chevy Chase

5014 Connecticut Ave, NW

Back in June we learned that an Italian restaurant was coming to former Banana Leaf space across the street from the OG Politics and Prose. The restaurant will be called I’m Eddie Cano and they hope to open in late September. More info from their Kickstarter: (more…)

5532 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Stacey for sending this update on the American City Diner space from Washingtonian Magazine:

“Local entrepreneur and restaurateur Steve Salis is taking over the space.”

Co-founder of &pizza, Salis is an owner/partner in Federalist Pig, Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe and recently acquired Ted’s Bulletin. Personally I think a Ted’s Bulletin would do very well in this space. Stay tuned to see what’s coming.

5532 Connecticut Ave, NW

From American City Diner:

“Thank you so much to all of our longtime customers and the amazing community of Chevy Chase, DC for your support over the past 30+ years. It’s been a privilege serving you but the time has come for the American City Diner to close its doors. We will forever be grateful to Jeffrey Gildenhorn for bringing this beloved institution to Connecticut Ave.”

In September 2017 a fundraiser was launched after the sudden passing of owner Jeffrey Gildenhorn in June 2017.

Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.

Lots more photos (more…)

5014 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Stu for sending: “Just saw a posting at the old Banana Leaf restaurant on Connecticut”

So much for sushi:

“New Class “C” Restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Includes a Sidewalk Café with 40 seats and a Summer Garden with 50 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 155.”

The licensee is called Da Noi Hospitality, LLC and their are four Italian restaurants in NYC called Da Noi. Check out their menus here and stay tuned to see if it’s the same peeps.

Jake’s opened up across the street from Comet Ping Pong back in 2011. And now:

“LA TAZITA is here!

We are pleased to announce our downstairs concept and soft opening in time for Cinco De Mayo. Opening Wednesdays for trivia, Friday, and Saturday evenings La Tazita (the little Mug) will be a place to socialize, relax, drink, and eat delicious Tex Mex inspired food! So come on by today and Saturday to try it out! (more…)

5600 Connecticut Avenue, NW at McKinley

Some good news for the three syllable players!!

The liquor license placard for Little Beast says:

“A new Restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Seating Capacity of 74 and Total Occupancy Load of 99 inside premises. Seating Capacity of 89 and Total Occupancy Load of 97 for the Outdoor Sidewalk Café.”

Washington CityPaper reports it’s from the man behind Red Light and Drafting Table in Logan Circle as well as Bakers & Baristas in Penn Quarter. The plans for the restaurant include:

“Little Beast plans to operate from 7 a.m. to midnight every night of the week. During the day, they’ll serve house-baked pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and Red Velvet Cupcakes alongside Vigilante Coffee. Come evening, the restaurant will switch over to a wood-fired food menu complete with creative pizzas, 10 to 12 sharable dishes, and larger plates like pastas, roasted chicken, and rockfish.”

Updates as they get closer to opening.