5830 Georgia Ave, NW
Ed. Note: The BBQ Bus Smokehouse opened here back in 2017.
From the BBQ Bus:
“WE’LL RISE AGAIN
A couple of years ago someone asked what I did for work.
“I ring up customers at the register.”
I was being somewhat glib. Small business owners have boundary issues and find ourselves doing everything. Big to small. Most important to least. Whenever possible at the least convenient times.
I was, however, scheduled to work the register that day.
The inquirer stared. She pressed:
“What do you really do?”
I blanked out. I stared back. Then I blurted: “I gather and nourish.”
She paused.
“What does that mean?”
“Food’s job is to gather people for sharing. I facilitate that. And when I was small and my Dad said grace, he asked God that the food we eat nourish not just our bodies but our souls. So I help with that too.”
I don’t know where those words came from. At the time BBQ Bus was 7 year old, but it was the first time I understood what it was that I really did for a living.
There have always been challenges living this call to service; from when we were aspiring-but-broke entrepreneurs, to our early years navigating regulations, to growing and learning how to operationalize.
But today feels different. Read More
1320 14th Street, NW
From a press release:
“The Pig, longtime Logan Circle restaurant from EatWellDC, has reopened after a 3-month Covid hiatus as a reinvented version of its former self, according to principal David Winer. Its new menu, created by Executive Chef Shabier Bahramy, turns its “Nose to Tail” higher end focus into a moderately priced BBQ concept. “Recognizing a need in the market for affordable, great BBQ, we decided to jump in with both feet.” says Winer. Read More
From Cinder:
“We are closing out the summer with a great special tonight. From 5pm-7pm we will have a sliced brisket platter, with macaroni and cheese and Van Winkle 10yr bourbon for $38, and yes it is a 2oz pour.” Read More
From a press release:
“Gogi Yogi, from the team behind Duke’s Grocery and Duke’s Counter, will be the first Korean restaurant in Washington where food is cooked on an open-air grill embedded in each dining table. The new restaurant and bar opens later this week at 1921 8th Street NW.
The menu begins with an assortment of shared appetizers from the kitchen, then focuses on meats, poultry, pork and seafood to be grilled at the tables. Special attention is paid to Banchan, the assortment of Korean appetizers served with the meal. The bar program features 12 varieties of Soju and Korean-inspired cocktails, alongside both Korean and local beers. “We have some great options to enjoy and the menu, just like at Duke’s, is going to always evolve. Beyond staples like Bulgogi and Galbi, there is a lot more of Korean fare to explore,” said Daniel Kramer, Managing Partner. Read More
2nd and Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to JC for sending: “Yikes! I hope it’s a short closure.”
On July 8th DCity Smokehouse posted:
“What’s up #dcitysmokehouse fam- we will be closed for a couple of days to take care of some repairs. We will see you by the end of the week– until then, stay hungry….your favorite bbq spot will be back soon!” Read More
Oh sweet, Cinder is grand opening way ahead of schedule! Grand opening is this Saturday and regular hours will be:
Mon-Tue closed
Wed-Thur 5pm-12am
Fri-Sat 5pm-2am
Sun 5pm-12am
Photo by Rey Lopez courtesy Cinder
Check out their Menu (PDF).
Cinder’s website says:
“Cinder BBQ offers some of the most flavorful barbeque in DC, a great whiskey & bourbon list, and a large beer and wine list.
Dine in, Take out & Delivery, Catering & Private events”
Looks like the former Ruta Del Vino space has a very worth successor! Check out a few more shots of the inside and some more mouthwatering food photos. Read More
1st and N Street, SE
From Rocklands:
“ROCKLANDS has a pop up throughout the baseball season at across from Nats Park. We are on the corner of 1st and N Street – caddy corner from the main gate.
The ROCKLANDS BBQ & Beer Pop up is in the former Aslin lot.
ROCKLANDS will be out there serving 90 minutes prior to most home games through second inning and we will also serve after the game on the weekends.
The variety of beer served is Devils Backbone Special “Nats” branded Earned Run Ale, Right Proper Raised By Wolves (and others), Bud, Bud Light, Stella Artois, and Shock Top. ROCKLANDS will offer a variety of canned beers throughout the summer.”
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4701 Georgia Ave, NW at Crittenden
Backyard Smokespot BBQ’s website says:
“Backyard Smokespot BBQ serves an assortment of delicious foods that will satisfy your taste buds. Checkout our mouth watering menu.”
Thanks to Danny for sending:
“Have you checked out Midnight Deli yet at 4701 Georgia Ave NW? It’s looks like a regular little convenience store, but I noticed a smoker outside a couple weeks ago when I was walking to Buna after your coverage. I went by Midnight Deli yesterday afternoon to see what was going on and they had some really good bbq going on – I got an order of 4 bourbon wings and 4 smoked maple wings. The bbq is available Weds – Sun, but they have other items on Mon and Tues. They also sell 6 packs of beer and a few other random stuff. I spoke with the guys running it a bit and they said they opened in January. Read More
8th and Upshur St, NW
After Ruta Del Vino closed back in November we learned that BBQ was coming. I peeked in over the weekend and was told that if all goes according to plan they’ll be doing some soft opening events in late April and properly opening in May. STAY TUNED.
5501 14th Street, NW
From Moreland’s:
“Sunday at 4 PM – 8 PM
Tickets $25 by Eventbrite
Join us for our 1st ever Brau-B-Q!! The weather is finally cooperating and we have decided it is time to throw a party. Chef Emily and her team will be putting forth a sick bbq spread of many of your favorites, hot dogs, pasta salad, baked beans, etc… capped off with a slow-rosted whole hog!
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