Navy Yard

Basebowl “full-service ramen and fresh noodle restaurant” and HipCityVeg also coming to Navy Yard near Nats Park

By Prince Of Petworth


1201 Half Street, SE rendering courtesy JBG SMITH

From a press release:

“JBG SMITH Properties (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market, today announced the commencement of leasing for West Half, its 388,174-square foot mixed-use development project in DC’s Ballpark District. West Half comprises 465 residences ranging from studio to three-bedroom apartment residences that vary in size from 596 square feet to 2,021 square feet. JBG SMITH also announced that new eateries Basebowl and HipCityVeg have signed leases and will join West Half’s collection of retailers. (more…)

“Oppose the Building of a New Heliport on the SE Riverfront”

By Prince Of Petworth


via change.org

From a Change.org petition:

“A proposal is underway to build a new heliport at 12th and Water Street SE, in the Capitol Hill neighborhood at the base of the 11th street bridge. This is a short-sighted use of prime riverfront land. There have been zero discussions with the community on the location and the environmental, health and quality of life impacts. We need to speak up NOW to be involved in the decision-making process before it’s too late. (more…)

“ABC Pony will be an all-day eatery with late ‘80s and ‘90s pop culture-inspired atmosphere and decor.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“Today, known DC restaurateur Erik Bruner-Yang announces the details behind his latest restaurant concept, ABC Pony, opening this fall on the ground floor of NOVEL South Capitol apartments’ West Tower, which began leasing earlier this year. The new developments at the 13-story, two-towered luxury apartment complex will allow for more living and dining opportunities for those exploring Southeast Washington, DC.

ABC Pony will be an all-day eatery with late ’80s and ’90s pop culture-inspired atmosphere and decor. The menu explores the intersectionality between Italian and Asian cuisines and features executive chefs Chris Yates, formerly of Elle, and Paolo Dungca, formerly of Bad Saint and Kaliwa. The cross-cultural concept is created in partnership with the Hilton Brothers, Folklor, and Erik Bruner-Yang. (more…)

Roy Boys (Fried Chicken & Oysters) Opening a 2nd location in Navy Yard this week!

By Prince Of Petworth


1025 First Street, SE. Photo by Jake Sauser

Eat DC tweets the big news:

“Roy Boys’ Instagram account announced that they’re planning to open in @CapitolRvrFront this week at 1025 1st St SE (formerly Justin’s Cafe). If all goes according to plan, their doors will be open Thursday afternoon.”

Roy Boys open it’s first location in Shaw earlier this year. Check out their menus here.

Shots Fired Reported near Nats Park Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD around 9:15pm:

“First District members are currently investigating a call for sounds of gunshots in the 1300 block of 1st Street SW area… Officers are in the area and haven’t found any evidence as of yet, anyone with information relating to this call is asked to call 202-727-9099 or email me directly at [email protected]

You can also send us your anonymous TEXT TIPS 50411”

It’s Grateful Dead Night at Nats Park Tonight – All-Purpose Pizzeria celebrating with a special menu

By Prince Of Petworth


79 Potomac Avenue, SE

From All-Purpose Pizzeria Capitol Riverfront (79 Potomac Ave SE):

“Join us for Grateful Dead Pizza Night before or after the Washington Nationals Grateful Dead Night on Tuesday, August 13!

We’ll have special menu items like “The Pig Pen” pie with mozzarella, breakfast sausage, mushrooms and grana and “The Stella Blue” a color-changing, frozen gin and tonic! (more…)

Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group bringing Maialino Mare to Navy Yard this Winter!

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Maialino Mare

From a press release:

“Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG), founded by pioneering restaurateur Danny Meyer, and creator of some of New York’s most beloved restaurants, cafes, and bars, has announced today its latest culinary concept: Maialino Mare. A coastal sister to the original Maialino restaurant opened in New York City’s Gramercy Park Hotel in 2009, Maialino Mare is a Roman-style trattoria with an emphasis on seafood pastas and whole-grilled fish. The new restaurant, located on the ground floor of the 225-room Thompson Washington D.C. hotel at The Yards, will be USHG’s first fine dining concept in Washington, D.C. Maialino Mare is slated to open this Winter. (more…)

Oath Pizza launches breakfast service in Navy Yard

By Prince Of Petworth

Speaking of breakfast sandwiches, Oath Pizza has just launched theirs:

“We wanted to share that Oath Pizza — the Nantucket-born pizza brand known for its award-winning thin crust that is grilled and seared in avocado oil and topped with all-natural and humanely-raised ingredients — launched breakfast service for the first time on Tuesday.

Oath Pizza has gained a cult-following for their signature, thin-crust pizzas like the Bella with mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic and fresh basil; the Spicy Mother Clucker with roasted chicken, pickled red onions, Sriracha and mozzarella; and their dessert Chocolate Chunk Cookie pizza with chocolate chunk cookie dough, ricotta and powdered sugar. The fast-growing pizza brand offers vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options at all of its 50+ locations throughout the country.

Oath Pizza’s new breakfast menu offers a range of breakfast pizzas and breakfast sandwiches, that are made using their award-winning thin crust as the bread. Sharing details on the new menu items below: (more…)

“The Yards will make a splash and transform into an island paradise with DC’s largest Tiki-themed block party on the boardwalk.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“WHAT: Escape the heat this summer and get “lost” in a tiki bar themed event at The Yards. The Yards will make a splash and transform into an island paradise with DC’s largest Tiki-themed block party on the boardwalk. Featuring a live steel drum band, lawn chairs and oversized lawn games, tiki bars with fun instagrammable drinks, a misting station to cool down, an inflatable surfing simulator, an “underwater” photo booth, and other water-related activities, this event will make your Saturday feel like a vacation. (more…)

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