3309 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Big news keeps rolling in Cleveland Park – I’m told Black Bird, replacing, Bindaas, will be opening next week Thursday, September 7. In case you missed it, all the details here.

2200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

Thanks to John and Julia for sending: “Signage up in old burger tap and shake, district commons space in foggy bottom” Read More

1509 17th Street, NW

Happy Gyro (RIP Komi always) no more:

“We have a new name! Introducing Gemini × Happy Ice Cream. Natural wine shop by day, dinner carry-out by night.” Read More

Thanks to A. for sending an update on the Amelie Wine Bar coming to the former Hando Mendo space on 14th: Read More

550 Morse Street, NE

Thanks to Aninda for sending: “Crooked Run Fermentation opening at 550 Morse St NE near union market.”

Crooked Run’s website says:

“Crooked Run Fermentation is a Virginia-based producer of contemporary and traditional beers, coolship sours, natural wines, ciders, and seltzers. Read More

502 H Street, NE

From a press release:

“Irregardless, a wine bistro from hospitality professionals, Ian and Mika Carlin, will open at 502 H Street, NE in late Summer 2022. The two-story, 1600 square foot restaurant will feature a six-course seasonal tasting menu from Chef Ben Browning, who will highlight Mid-Atlantic produce and producers. Tasting menus are offered alongside two optional beverage pairings, one of which will exclusively focus on Virginia wine and spirits.

The restaurant’s Modern American tasting menu, overseen by Chef Browning, will draw inspiration from the bounty of the Mid-Atlantic region, with a strong focus on local and sustainable ingredients. Browning, who sharpened his cooking skills in many respected D.C. kitchens, including Daikaya, Maydan, Obelisk, Reveler’s Hour, and most recently Mintwood Place, will cook simple and thoughtfully composed dishes, offering both omnivore and vegetarian tasting menu options. Having spent part of his childhood in Paris, he is drawn to both French and Japanese cooking techniques, which will influence the food at Irregardless. Guests can look forward to house-made pastas, well-made breads and simple yet exciting dishes with multiple layers that respect quality ingredients. A concise a la carte menu will also be offered at the 12-seat bar. Read More