11th and U Street, NW
A reader sends:
“I don’t have any details, but this car is outside Bohemian Caverns on U and is pretty fried.”
U Street
1905 9th Street, NW
From 1905 owner Tony Lucca:
We’re thrilled to announce that Joel Hatton has joined the 1905 family as our new Executive Chef. He has jumped right in to the operation, and is working on returning 1905 Bistro & Bar to its original vision of a true neighborhood restaurant serving hearty home-style cooking with a strong Southern flair. The plan is to begin rolling out new menus in the next few weeks, and we hope to see you at the restaurant in the near future.
In early Dec. we noted the start of a row house popping way up on V Street, NW. Check it out now:
For those curious about the new building in the background at the corner of 11th and V St, NW – check a photo after the jump. (more…)
400 North Capitol Street, NW
Dear PoPville,
Taqueria Nacional, at 400 N Capitol St NW (ground floor of the Hall of States, behind Johnny’s Half-Shell) seems to have officially switched over to serving Johnny’s fare instead of the beloved tacos. The menu offerings changed earlier this week. Any word on when the new location of Taqueria Nacional on T St NW will open?
Below is a photo of their future 14th and T Street, NW location that I took last weekend. Progressing nicely but looks like the opening is probably still a few months away:
Thanks to AV for sending word:
“The BETA Academy of Martial Arts, which was on Columbia Rd, moved today to its new and bigger location at the corner of 14th and Florida Ave NW (1353 Florida Ave)!”
801 Florida Ave, NW
A reader sends word on the building located at 8th and Florida Ave, NW:
“I talked to one of the construction workers this morning and he confirmed with me that it will be a restaurant with a bar. Unfortunately he didn’t know what kind of food will be served.”
Updates as more info becomes available.
2010
Previously we looked at the southwest corner of 14th and T St, NW.
If anyone has a photo of an area/building/lot that has changed please send me an email at princeofpetworth(at)gmail with ‘Remember When?’ in the subject line. Thanks!
2013
This rental is located at 1505 T Street, NW:
The listing says:
“Wonderfully gracious Victorian in the heart of everything. Wood floors, LR, DR, upgraded kitchen with new appliances and full bath on 1st floor. Patio and garden in rear. 2nd floor with 2 carpeted bedrooms and den. 3rd floor with 2 carpeted bedrooms. Upgraded baths w/new tile and vanities. New windows. Unfinished basement. Street Parking. Alarm available for separate monthly fee. Available Feb 9th”
This 4 bed/3 bath is going for $4,400/Mo.
2005 14th Street, NW
The recently opened Hanoi House (in the former Blackbyrd space) at 14th and U St, NW is now offering carryout starting at 11AM every day. And starting Monday they will offer dining room lunch service. You can see their menu here. Anyone check them out yet?
14th and W St, NW
Back in March 2012 we confirmed some scuttlebutt that a Greek restaurant from Chef Mike Isabella (chef/owner of Graffiato and Bandalero) was coming to the new development at 14th and W St, NW:
Chef Isabella will draw inspiration from Northern Greece to create a menu of spreads, breads, phyllo pies, vegetables and other small plates, including his signature wood-grilled octopus. Dinner will culminate with the choice of carvings from whole animals that have been spit-roasted all day, including lamb, goat, duck, chicken, and suckling pig.
Two wood-fire grills with five rotating spits each and a small wood oven for flat breads will service the 150-seat restaurant. A marble chef’s table situated in front of the spits will offer up to 10 guests an the opportunity to pre-order a whole spit-roasted animal for their party. Kapnos will be open for dinner seven nights a week and weekend brunch. The wine list will offer an extensive selection from Greece and other European countries.
Chef Isabella has named George Pagonis chef de cuisine and his brother, Nicholas Pagonis general manager. Nicholas is currently a manager at Graffiato and George formerly worked under Chef Isabella as a sous chef at Zaytinya. The brothers are first generation Greek American. Taha Ismail, who currently oversees the cocktail program at Graffiato, will also serve as head mixologist for Kapnos.
Glad to see the project is moving forward. The liquor license application says:
“New restaurant serving American and Greek style cuisine. Seating capacity is 205, total occupancy load is 253. Sidewalk Café with seating for 32.”
Updates as construction progresses.