First Milk Bar and now coming soon no more for Momofuku – from their website:
“momofuku CCDC is the first momofuku restaurant in washington, d.c.
it serves a roster of dishes that change with the seasons. momofuku has a bar, noodle bar, main dining room, and private dining room. a limited number of reservations will be available starting monday, october 26th, while a majority of the tables are reserved for walk-ins.”
Check out their menu here.
1090 I Street, NW
Thanks to a tipster for sharing: “1800 M ST., NW, former Caribou is becoming a Pret a Manger. Our building management has confirmed. They say Probably in 2016 Q2!”.
13th and K Street, NW
From a press release:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser and Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Brian Kenner announced today that the District received four responses to the Request for Proposals (RFP) for development of the former Franklin School in Ward 2. All four teams possess extensive commercial-development expertise in the District, which will ensure a competitive review process for selection of the site’s developer. Earlier this year, the Bowser Administration reissued the RFP process after canceling tentative plans by a developer to use the property as a contemporary art space.
“I am pleased with the submissions the District received for the restoration of the historic Franklin School,” said Mayor Bowser. “In reissuing the RFP, my goal was to facilitate a financially viable development that has the potential to create jobs and contribute to the District’s economy. With these submissions, we are one step closer to making that goal a reality.”
The four respondents to the RFQ are as follows:
· Aria Development Group
· Dantes Partners
· Friedman Capital Advisors, LLC
· Thoron Capital, LLC
The RFP was issued by DMPED on August 21, 2015 following a Request for Qualifications to qualify respondents for their development experience and financial capacity to oversee the redevelopment. Responses to the RFP were limited to the teams qualified in the RFQ, and responses were received on October 16, 2015. Response teams vary in their experience and proposed uses, yet many – if not most – consist of an array of significant development, architectural design, construction management, and historic design firms.
The diverse range of proposed uses includes hospitality, office, higher education, arts and creative, as well as training and workforce development opportunities and job creation. (more…)
Thanks to MM for sending from Milk Bar at 11:40am.
1090 I Street, NW
From an email:
“At long last, we’re thrilled to announce Milk Bar is now open at CityCenterDC, (1090 I Street NW, Washington, D.C.)! Chef/founder & owner, Christina Tosi, couldn’t be more excited to officially open her first Milk Bar in the thriving neighborhood so close to her hometown! The chef/Northern Virginia native has a cult-like following surrounding her bakery, Milk Bar, for compost cookies®, crack pie®, cereal milk™, b’day truffles and more, all of which are featured on the menu.
Milk Bar at CityCenterDC is also debuting a line of fresh and bright parfaits, exclusive to the location, as well as our Milk Bar Blend hot coffee. Both perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast, or afternoon snack! Christina’s first and second cookbook, as well as a variety of merchandise, including our new Milk Bar cookie mixes and birthday layer cake tote bags will also be available. Milk Bar will be open until midnight this evening and regular hours are 7AM-12AM every day.”
Check out their menu here: menu (PDF)
photo courtesy Milk Bar
And on Momofuku’s status – Washington Post with the good word:
“Momofuku’s opening date is imminent but remains fluid.
Chang is not comfortable giving out an exact opening date until the menu and the kitchen crew come together to his satisfaction. Stay tuned.”
Do you guys think Milk Bar will crush RareSweets or is there hunger enough for both at CityCenter?
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
I work on the 1100 block of Connecticut Ave, NW. Lately, I’ve noticed a significant uptick in the number of homeless people camped out on this block. Have they been pushed out of other areas or is something else going on?”
Anyone else seeing an increase?
1025 Vermont Ave, NW
Ed. Note: This is the former Which Wich/Cafe Mediterranean/Quinznos space just north of K Street.
From an email:
“!Bringing ‘This Thing of Ours’ to DC!
Since ’78 Bozzelli’s has been serving Real Italian Guy ApprovedTM subs & pizza in Northern Virginia
Family owned and operated, Mama Bozzelli is culinary director, sister Mina is COO and brother Mike is deluded visionary
1025 Vermont Ave in NW, DC will be their fourth location, the unit should hv appx. 20 seats
The DC store will differ from the others stores in that it is an ode to toasterias in Italy, the small cafes that specialize in toasted sandwiches; the Bozzelli’s are originally from Puglia in Southern Italy
Target opening is late winter
Their Vermont Ave operation will be a cashless business, thus they will not be accepting cash in favor of all major credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Wallet “Cash is archaic. Going cashless allows us to expedite the transaction process.”
Check out their Crystal City menus here.
A reader writes:
“It is a very sweet beagle and looks to be a little older. It has no collar, but is very friendly and looks too healthy to be a stray.”
If this is your dog or you know who’s it is, please have them email me asap at [email protected] and I’ll put you in touch with OP. Thank you.
1413 K Street, NW
From a press release:
“The team behind Odessa is developing DC’s first caviar fusion lounge in an approximate 2,600 square foot space located at 1413 K Street, NW. Odessa will feature a variety of caviar, a unique dining experience, unparalleled customer service, and hand-made craft cocktails.
Complementing the luxurious lounge will be an eight (8) person private chef’s table. Chef James “J.R.” Robinson, the founder of KitchenCray and former “Hell’s Kitchen” contestant, will oversee the kitchen. Chef Robinson has developed a unique menu of American fusion cuisine.
Odessa is set to open fall 2015″
From an email:
“The Tony Montana Deluxe ver. 2.0 aka The Minolo – Turkey, Porchetta, dijonaise, guava jelly, kosher dill pickles, fried plantains & Cave Aged Manchego Cheese baked on our roll brushed w/roasted garlic oil – $8/$14”
Visited on Friday by the one and only:
1815 M Street NW