Van Ness

Malabar “modern Indian fare” opened in the Rosedale space in Van Ness/Forest Hills

By Prince Of Petworth


4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Back in December we learned Malabar was coming to the relatively new Rosedale space on Connecticut Ave across the street from Bread Furst. They’ve now opened.

“Our Vision

To bridge cultures through the universal language of cuisine using traditional techniques, quality ingredients, and uncharted fusions.

James Beard award winning chef, Vikram Sunderam, and his Rasika chefs have designed the menu, with a focus on freshly ground spices and seasonal ingredients at its core, and which can be paired with curated wines, craft cocktails, and beers.” (more…)

Dog Haus Biergarten – Burgers Brew Brats – Nearly Ready to Roll at new Connecticut Ave Location

By Prince Of Petworth


4340 Connecticut Ave, NW at Yuma, previously home to Acacia Bistro

“Dog Haus serves the Absolute Würst in gourmet hot dogs, hand-crafted sausages, and premium burgers, all on grilled King’s Hawaiian Rolls. We also offer the best fried chicken sandwiches and wings in town. Visit us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Our full-service Bar & Grill features 24 rotating craft beers on draft, a full wine list, and a signature cocktail bar. We are the perfect spot for watching sports, large groups, and enjoying food made with hormone- and antibiotic-free meats and plant-based proteins. Perfect for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering in the Van Ness (Washington DC) area.”

Have a peek inside: (more…)

That was fast. Rosedale (closing mid-December), to be replaced by Malabar (“modern Indian fare”) in mid-January 2026

By Prince Of Petworth


4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW

From a press release:

“Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group announces the mid-December closing of the year-old restaurant, Rosedale, to be replaced by Malabar in mid-January 2026. Located at 4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 20008, in the Forest Hills neighborhood in the northwest quadrant of the nation’s capital, the incoming restaurant, Malabar, will bring modern Indian fare, with a culinary team led by Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam. The restaurant is named after the Malabar Coast, which is the southwestern region of the Indian subcontinent. For the transformation, the restaurant will undergo a décor refresh with the installation of striking new artwork in the 100-seat dining room. The patio, which seats 30 guests for outdoor dining, weather permitting, will have a more tropical vibe as summer 2026 returns warmer weather to the nation’s capital. Malabar will serve dinner and Sunday brunch and is within easy walking distance of the Van Ness UDC Metro station. (more…)

5:50 a.m. Tuesday Robbery “The suspect began strangling the victim.” Arrest Made

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a man in a robbery that occurred in Northwest.

On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at approximately 5:50 a.m., the victim was walking in the rear of the 4200 block of Connecticut Avenue, Northwest, when the suspect approached her and grabbed her from behind. The suspect began strangling the victim. The victim was able to defend herself, at which point the suspect stole the victim’s phone and fled. (more…)

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