U Street

“We are actively looking to change our identity and brand and engage in further dialogue with each of you.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1939 12th Street, NW

Earlier this week we reported that Barkada, a New Natural Wine Bar, would be opening just off U Street:

“Barkada, a Filipino slang word meaning a group of friends…”

The first comment from Camille was:

“Nothing about this wine bar is Filipino. Absolutely NOTHING.

Interesting that they’d choose to use this word yet they don’t have anything remotely connected (socially, culturally, historically) to the country it originated from.

Wine, cheese, charcuterie, tinned fish?… none of their offerings are Filipino.”

You can read more reactions here.


August 1st, photo by Oswald

Thanks to those who messaged and tagged us on Instagram to Barkada’s reply: (more…)

Alert, Alert, Alert – Solly’s is Going to be OK – Just Returning to Original Size!

By Prince Of Petworth

Nikki sends in a bit of a scare this morning after spotting the signs above in the expanded section of Solly’s (which used to be the old Madjet space): “WHAT IS GOING ON”

Back in 2012 Solly’s expanded into the old Madjet restaurant space. They will be returning to their original size, when they first opened in 2006, which includes their original bar, the upstairs space and of course their great patio:


11th and U Street, NW

Solly’s patio is currently open everyday from 4-11pm!

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: (more…)

Barkada, a New Natural Wine Bar, Opening just off U Street Tomorrow (Wed., July 29)

By Prince Of Petworth


1939 12th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Barkada, a new natural wine bar, owned and operated by Primrose’s Sebastian Zutant with long-time friends Anthony Aligo & Nick Guglietta, and Nathan Fisher, will open its doors on July 29, 2020 at 1939 12th Street NW, Washington DC.

Zutant, who currently owns and operates Primrose and previously worked at The Red Hen, Komi, Proof, and Rasika, partnered with the industry newcomers to build their dream wine bar. Barkada, a Filipino slang word meaning a group of friends, will have a unique list of over 60 natural wines from around the world and a food program featuring a selection of curated imports and local products. In addition to a range of cheese and charcuterie, Barkada will showcase tinned fish and seafood platters for the adventurous, along with light fare and sandwiches. On the weekends, Barkada will also have breakfast sandwiches for brunch from 12pm-3pm; (more…)

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