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Bombay Club Celebrating 25 Year Anniversary with special $25 Lunch Menu in January

By Prince Of Petworth

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815 Connecticut Avenue, NW

From a press release:

“In January 2014, Ashok Bajaj’s first Washington restaurant, The Bombay Club, located at 815 Connecticut Avenue, NW, a block from the White House, will celebrate a milestone – its 25th birthday. Award- winning restaurateur Bajaj moved to Washington, D.C. in 1988 and opened The Bombay Club that same year. He convinced his landlord that the nation’s capital was ready for a fine dining Indian restaurant. The Bombay Club’s immediate success was the catalyst for Bajaj to build his successful restaurant collection, which includes eight top tier dining establishments in the city.

In commemoration of this special 25th year, The Bombay Club will feature a selection of classic Indian dishes during the month of January. These dishes have rotated on and off the restaurant’s menu since its opening, due to their popularity and requests by frequent guests. At lunchtime guests can enjoy a two-course menu, plus a complimentary Indian petit four for $25 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, (complete menu is posted below). Then, at dinner service, a complimentary glass of champagne will be presented with the entrée course in celebration of the anniversary. The Bombay Club will also observe Restaurant Week, January 13-19th and the featured dishes will be incorporated into these lunch and dinner menus as well.

A selection of new cocktails will also be showcased in January. They are priced from $10 to $12 and include the Mango Bellini, Mango Puree &Sparkling Wine; the Mumbai G&T, Infused Gin, Lime and Tonic; Raj Cup, Pimms Lemon Juice & Soda; Singapore Sling, a very traditional recipe for the 25th anniversary of Port, Lemon Juice and Sparkling Wine, and the Kamla (Lotus Flower), Vodka St. Germain (Elderflower Liqueur), Lemon Juice with a Lemon Sugar Rim and Punjabi Punch, Orange Juice with Spices and Amrut Old Port Indian Rum.

Prepared by Executive Chef Nilesh Singhvi, The Bombay Club’s anniversary highlights include Mango Shrimp, with mango and ginger; Goan Masala Crab, with lump crab, spices, onions and fresh curry leaves; Tandoori Scallops, with tomato cilantro chutney; Paneer Tikka, with cottage cheese, yogurt, peppers and tomato; Chicken Chop, with coriander, clove and black cardamom; Tandoori Salmon, ginger, garlic, yogurt and garam masala; Lamb Vindaloo, peri-peri masala, onions, potato; Lobster Lababdar onion, tomato, fenugreek, garam masala;Fish Moilee, rockfish, coconut, ginger and clove; Green Chili Chicken, with onion, tomato, dill, cilantro, peppers and spinach; Tandoori Trout, fresh trout, ginger, garlic, pomegranate; Gosht Palak, with lamb, brown onion, spinach and cinnamon; and Bombay Thali, with market fresh vegetables,paneer and dal. Entrées include rice, naan, garlic naan and roti.Prices will range from $18 to $28. For dessert Mango Crème Brulee, with kiwi and pineapple; Carrot Halwa, with carrot, milk, almonds and ginger cream, and Rabri, an Indian milk pudding and fresh blueberries are anniversary featured specials.

Full menu after the jump. (more…)

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab is Gonna Be Huge

By Prince Of Petworth

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15th and H Street, NW

Whoa the new Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab coming to the corner of 15th and H St, NW is going to be gigantic. A recent liquor license application says:

“Restaurant serving American food. Sidewalk Café Seats #44, total Occupancy Load #735.”

Would that make it the biggest restaurant in DC? Who do you think is the current biggest restaurant in DC?

You can read the history of Joe’s Stone Crab here and see their Chicago menus here.

Joe’s will be located right across the street from Woodward Table:

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More Details on GCDC Grilled Cheese Bar Opening February 2014 near the White House

By Prince Of Petworth

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1730 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

On Monday we noted GCDC grilled cheese bar would be opening in early 2014. Turns out it will be February – lots more details from a press release:

“Just one block from the White House, GCDC will soon open its doors to hungry downtown diners with gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, homemade soups, tots and more. Catering to both busy lunchers as well as the after-work happy hour crowd, GCDC will also boast an artisanal cheese bar helmed by NYC rising star cheesemonger Sophie Slesinger, and will offer a selection of local beers, wines and specialty cocktails. Opening from local father-and-son duo Bruce and Steven Klores, GCDC is scheduled to open in early February 2014 at 1730 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.

The first restaurant from Bruce Klores and his son Steven, GCDC will be a fast casual-meets-wine bar concept, boasting the most comprehensive grilled cheese selection in the city. The hip new spot will serve the downtown community with a variety of truly unique and creative grilled cheese sandwiches using local ingredients, fresh salads, housemade soups, “topped” tots and other savory treats. Also catering to the happy hour crowd, GCDC will pair local wines and beers and seasonal cocktails with artisanal cheese and charcuterie boards, making it a hip after-work hangout for downtown workers.

The cornerstone of the concept is the extensive and always-rotating menu of specialty grilled cheese sandwiches – concocted by Steven in his own grilled cheese “lab.” Unique sandwiches may range from the soup-in-a-sandwich French Onion Soup, with Gruyere, caramelized onions and sherry on sourdough, or the indulgent Lobster GC with fresh lobster, l’amuse gouda and chives on sourdough. Fans of the classics can enjoy the Country Ham with provolone and cornichon mustard on rosemary bread or the Turkey Pesto with homemade pesto, fresh mozzarella, turkey, and tomato on multigrain. (more…)

Catch 15 Oyster Bar Grand Opening the Week of Christmas on K Street

By Prince Of Petworth

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1518 K Street, NW

I stopped in Catch 15 over the weekend and the buildout is nearly completely finished. The folks inside told me the grand opening will be the week of Christmas though it’s possible a soft opening could happen before then. While the inside wasn’t photo ready when I stopped by – you can tell it’s gonna be pretty nice. There is a huge bar and lots of table and booth seating too. The menu is not yet live on their website but as we previously learned:

“Sit at our ice bar, in the window or inside for fresh oysters & clams, try an amazing variety of small plates, sandwiches and entrees inspired by the international vibe of all that DC has to offer–intriguing and indulgent casually-sophisticated dining in the heart of DC’s K Street corridor. Indulge in seductive flavors, relive classics and savor sophisticated pairings with signature creations. Enjoy dining al fresco or relaxing indoors for Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner or Late Night socializing–simply irresistible!”

Port of Piraeus Closes Downtown 21st Street Location

By Prince Of Petworth

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1155 21 Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

What Happened to Port of Piraeus on 21st Street NW? Late last month they seem to have just disappeared. Their Facebook page is very vague about why they closed. Any ideas?”

On their facebook page they responded to a query about the closing:

“Thank you Delores, we miss you too! Please visit us at our other location at 13 and I streets, or on the web at www.portofp.com for catering.”

Anyone hear why they closed?

King of Kabob Closes Downtown

By Prince Of Petworth

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1018 Vermont Ave, NW

King of Kabob opened up in the former Bao restaurant space on Vermont Ave just north of K Street back in July 2011. They opened up around the same time as a Grill Kabob restaurant across the street. I wondered if two kabob spots could open up so close to each other.

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GCDC, Grilled Cheese Bar, Opening Early 2014 near the White House

By Prince Of Petworth

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1730 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

Back in August we learned a new grilled cheese restaurant was coming to 17th and Pennsylvania Ave, NW. In October we learned the restaurant would be called GCDC a:

“new fast-casual meets wine bar concept with the goal of bringing the perfect grilled cheese sandwich to the DC. gcdc will offer an exciting menu of perfectly cooked gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, homemade soups, “tater tots,” and an array of different and healthy beverages.”

Now we have an opening date – early 2014:

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GCDC will be located just to the west of 17th Street on Pennsylvania Ave:

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National Christmas Tree Lighting is at 4:30pm – Here are the Street Closures Starting at 3pm

By Prince Of Petworth

From EOM:

“On Friday, December 6, 2013, the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony will take place on the Ellipse at approximately 4:30 p.m. The gates will open to ticketed guests only at 3:00 p.m. and all ticket holders will enter from the west side (17th Street, NW) of the Ellipse.

The following security measures will be in place for the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony:

Street Closures: The Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia and the U.S. Park Police will put the following street closures affecting vehicular traffic into effect on December 6, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. and will lift these street closures when this event has concluded:

o 15th Street, NW from Constitution Avenue, NW to E Street, NW
o 15th Street, NW and New York Avenue, NW
o 15th Street, NW and G Street, NW
o 15th Street, NW and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
o 15th Street, NW and F Street, NW
o 15th Street, NW and Constitution Avenue, NW
o 17th Street, NW Northbound from Constitution Avenue, NW to State Place/New York Avenue, NW
o 17th Street, NW from C Street, NW to E Street, NW
o 18th Street, NW Eastbound from D Street to E Street, NW

· No Truck Zone: Constitution Avenue, NW between 14th Street, NW & 18th Street, NW

Security Screenings: All attendees will be subject to thorough security screening before entering the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. Please allow for additional time for this security screening, as it is expected that lines may be long. Due to the expected inclement weather, the use of umbrellas is authorized for this event. Please dress accordingly.

Prohibited Items: As a security precaution, the following items will be prohibited from the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony:
Firearms
Weapons of any type
Hazardous materials

§ Chemical materials
§ Radiological materials
§ Biological materials

Knives
Toy guns/toy weapons
Fireworks
Pepper spray/mace
Scissors
Razor blades
Needles
Leatherman brand tools (or similar)
Screwdrivers (or similar)
Glass bottles
Tripods
Coolers
Air-horns
Laser pointers
Aerosol containers
Soda cans
Sticks/poles
Baseballs, softballs, etc.
Animals (other than helper/guide dogs)”

Newton’s Noodles Launching Breakfast Next Week

By Prince Of Petworth

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1129 20th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Newton’s Noodles CEO & Executive Chef Dennis Friedman has been using his noodle: Starting December 2, 2013, his new fast-casual eatery will become DC’s one-stop-shop for the most important meal of the day. Between 7am – 10am, Monday through Friday, Friedman’s new concept will feature a breakfast menu, combining a signature dish and build-your-own options. It’s the only place in town where breakfast is made fresh-to-order right in front of the guest.

The breakfast menu stays true to the restaurant’s informal dining atmosphere through personalized bites. The build-your-own omelette or scramble ($2.99) allows breakfast-goers to customize their meal with a pick of three fresh vegetables, including bell peppers, bean sprouts and asparagus. Bacon, sausage, and cheese are add-ons that round out the food groups. For a more hearty option, the bespoke breakfast can be put on a bagel or croissant for an additional $1.50. Potatoes, bacon and sausage are available as sides. Guests can also opt for Friedman’s signature Loco Moco ($4.75): white or brown rice, an option of bacon, sausage, or turkey sausage and topped with a sunny-side-up egg. Pair coffee with the signature Pattycake, created by Friedman’s wife Patty, for a sweeter take on breakfast.”

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