Shaw

Pizza D’Oro Opens in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo via google streetview, building now renovated on the right

“Dear PoP,

Just this week a new takeout place opened in Shaw: Pizza D’Oro 717 T St NW, Washington, DC. Tel: 202-588-1900. We went tonight and really liked the food. We are so excited to have a new, easy takeout place to get yummy (albeit unhealthy) food within walking distance of our house. We feel like it is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. We hope people will check it out!”

Back in Feb. ’11 we learned that a pizza spot was coming to 717 T St, NW. Anyone else try them out yet? Do they deliver as well?

Cafe Eagle Becomes Mexican Restaurant at 1414 9th St. NW

By Prince Of Petworth


1414 9th St, NW, former Vegetate space

“Dear PoP,

Today my girlfriend and I checked out a Mexican restaurant called Cafe Eagle at 1414 9th St. NW. I found you posted about that address a year ago, but it looks like it has shifted from an Eritrean/Ethiopian restaurant to a Mexican one. It looks like they’re still putting things together (the only menu is a sign board that’s leaning against a wall), but they are selling food. Our tacos and tamales cost 2 dollars each and were great. The waiter told us the restaurant opened on Friday. Just thought I’d give you a head’s up and encourage others to go there for some great Mexican.”

Anyone else try them out yet?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 11th and P St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“For rent Sept 16 — Large, bright Two Bedroom Apartment in Shaw — This is a great, primary residential property located in the North West quadrant of Washington, DC. Wonderful cosmopolitan neighborhood located in the Shaw community. This beautiful 19th century Victorian row houses is spacious and based in a historical district. Public transportation is easily accessible and conveniently located . The Green and Yellow Metro lines at Shaw-Howard Univ Station are close by. The neighborhood offers a variety of cultural experiences and features one of the largest varieties of Ethiopian food in the city. The neighborhood is in walking distance to Whole Foods, the newly built convention center, Verizon Center, Historic U Street corridor, including the Lincoln Theatre, jazz clubs and a variety of restaurants like Ben’s Chili Bowl and quaint boutiques for shopping and entertainment enjoyment.

A great English Basement Style Apartment – Two Bedroom
• Wood burning fireplace
• Washer and dryer in the unit
• Dishwasher
• Recently remodeled bathroom and kitchen”

I know it’s tough because there aren’t any photos inside but I like the location and the price so I’m curious what you guys think – $1950 sound right for this 2 bedroom English basement?

Shaw’s Tavern Closed Until Liquor License Granted

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Sad news – check out the Shaw’s Tavern Facebook page. Looks like they’re not making enough money to stay open while they don’t have a liquor license. Hopefully there will be a positive outcome from the hearing and they’ll be able to reopen. Bummed because I’ve been gone on business travel all month and was looking forward to trying to food when I get back next week!”

Shaw’s Tavern Facebook page says:

“Shaw’s Tavern is closing its doors from Saturday 27th of August.
We could not survive without a liquor license. We will re -open when we are allowed to serve alcohol.”

Shaw’s Tavern is located at 520 Florida Ave, NW. They opened without a liquor license on July 29th 2011.

CityPaper’s Young and Hungry wrote last week:

“At a hearing on Aug. 10, a city inspector testified about documents allegedly doctored by a tavern manager, which were used to illegally obtain alcohol from wholesalers for pre-opening festivities.

The board, in recess until Sept. 14, is expected to rule on Shaw’s lingering liquor issues within 90 days.”

Good Deal or Not? “A work of architectural genius” edition (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 990 Florida Ave, NW:


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The flier says:

“TAX SF-INCORRECT. A work of architectural genius exemplifying green urban living & meticulous design. This 4-level residence w/ dramatic vistas and an abundance of natural light features an open state-of-the-art kitchen w/ concrete countertops, sculptural steel stair, glass doors & walls, floating balconies, purposeful well-proportioned rooms, in-floor radiant heat, solar electricity & hot water.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

I’ve featured this home numerous times – always fun to see them for sale. Thanks to a reader for the heads up. What do you think of the inside? This 4 bed/2 bath is going for $1,195,000.

Judging Restaurants – Red Toque

By Prince Of Petworth

Back in April we briefly spoke about Red Toque when they got a new awning. I’ve since heard from folks that the food is awesome but they never seem to be very busy. And since we’ve been on a kabob roll I thought it was time for a proper judging of Red Toque. They are located at 6th and R St, NW and you can see their menu here. Is the food as good as I hear it is? Any must order items?

Ken’s Carryout Becoming Arthur Treacher’s at 400 Florida Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

It’s been a long journey for Ken’s. Last we heard in July it looked like they were going to become a Chinese Restaurant. Alas the mystery is no longer – thanks to a reader for sending the word:

“Ken’s Carryout is becoming…

Arthur Treacher’s! I don’t really know how this is going to work, since it’s a small space and there probably won’t be much room for seating, but there it is.”

According to wikipedia:

“Arthur Treacher’s Fish and Chips is a fast food seafood restaurant chain. As of 2008, there were 45 stores in 8 northern states of the United States which serve fish and chips. Its main competitors are Long John Silver’s and Captain D’s. To this day many locations have been cobranded with Nathan’s.”

Any fans?

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