Chinatown

410 7th Street, NW

From an email:

“a couple updates from kolache land:

• new retail outlet: this Fri we’ll be launching our new weekend popup Republic Kolache @ Hill Country (after we wrapped up at American Ice and Union Market last month). We’ll be serving kolaches, coffee, and fresh juices each Fri/Sat/Sun morning from 8-11a out of the front bar of Hill Country (410 7th St. NW)
  courtesy Republic Kolache
  • the menu will include a number of our classic flavors as well as some collaborations including the new Jalapeño Sausage and Cheese kolache (with sausage imported from the legendary Kreuz Market in Lockhart, TX then finished in the smokers at Hill Country), as well as…
  • the Brisket Kolache is back! Our first run of the brisket kolache last year was a huge hit so we’re pleased to bring it back, this time with Hill Country’s moist brisket (and paired with scrambled egg & cheddar)
  • to celebrate every Texan’s favorite meat we’re offering a brisket kolache for free on our grand opening this Fri to the first 25 customers who present the ‘secret brisket password‘ after we open at 8a
• Republic Kolache at Whole Foods: as of this morning, a selection of our sweet & savory kolaches are now available at the brand-new Pentagon City Whole Foods. We’re pleased to share billing with other local producers (including Erik Bruner-Yang’s Paper Horse) as Whole Foods kicks off their latest store
  • current flavors available are Tex-Mex Saag Paneer, Migas, Cherry & Cream Cheese and Lemon Berry, with some meat options available soon!
• kolaches & brews at Right Proper: starting tonight we’ll be teaming up with Right Proper for a weekly kolache happy hour each Weds at their Brookland production house and tasting room (920 Girard St NE). We’ll be serving kolaches from 5-9p each Weds, alongside happy hour pricing on Right Proper pours at the bar ($4 pints, $10 growler fills)

501 G Street, NW

From a press release:

“The talented team behind celebrated DC-based Japanese eatery Daikaya Ramen & Izakaya – including partners Daisuke Utagawa, Executive Chef Katsuya Fukushima, and Yama Jewayni – are thrilled to announce that their first of two additional Japanese eateries slated to open in the District this year – Bantam King – is officially opening to the public for dinner service at 5pm tomorrow – Friday, June 10th, 2016.

PHOTO CREDITS: FARRAH SKEIKY

Located at 501 G Street NW in Washington DC in Chinatown just steps away from older culinary sibling Daikaya Izakaya & Ramen, Bantam King is a casual Japanese chicken ramen shop featuring 1,700-square feet and seating for up to 50 diners. The space debuts a playful design accented with vibrant splashes of blues, yellows, and greens, wallpaper featuring popular Japanese comic Neko Ramen, and an eclectic assortment of lighting showcasing colorful illuminated Japanese paper lanterns and clusters of multi-colored strands of Christmas lights courtesy of design dynamo Brian Miller of EditLab at Streetsense.

Executive Chef Katsuya Fukushima will be debuting a fresh new line-up of Japanese ramen at Bantam King, this time with a focus on chicken. Ramen options will include a limited selection of Chintan – a clear chicken broth that is similar to a clear delicate consommé – such as Shio Tori Chintan Ramen, Shoyu Tori Chintan Ramen, and Miso Tori Chintan Ramen. The Chintan ramen will be served on a daily basis with rotating options on a first come first served basis. (more…)

712 7th Street, NW

Thanks to all who emailed about HipCityVeg’s opening in the former FroZenYo space yesterday. Check out their menu here.

“Who says you have to give up burgers, fries, and shakes to eat healthy? We’re not about that life. That’s why Nicole Marquis founded HipCityVeg in 2012 to bring delicious plant-based food to the world by presenting it in a form that people already loved. She created a fast food-inspired menu with fresh, often local and organic ingredients that helps you treat your body well.”