Thanks to Matt for sending this masterpiece from SakuSaku (4200 Wisconsin Ave, NW). And that’s not all: Read More
“Dear PoPville,
Wanted to share what in my humble opinion is hands-down the best lunch deal in DC: Taco Tuesday at Ruben’s in Dupont. All tacos are $1.99, and they don’t skimp on the fillings. Read More
14th and Irving Street, NW
Magnificent fast casual news for Columbia Heights. Z Burger is coming back to Columbia Heights!! But that’s not all, they will share the old Ledo pizza space with the absolutely awesome Maman Joon. When you enter Z Burger will be to the right and Mama Joon to the left (sorta like a mini food hall or if anyone remembers the KFC/Taco Bell mashups.)
Stay tuned for an opening date which should be in around 6 weeks or so. Read More
19th and L Street, NW
Thanks to Kim and James for sending: “Former corner bakery at 19th & L to be replaced by Mikey & Mel’s Famous Deli.” Read More
828 Upshur Street, NW, previously home to Himitsu and Magpie and the Tiger and Pom Pom and Cappy’s Crabs and Crane & Turtle and of course the old Ethiopian/Injera spot.
Thanks to Emma for sending the update at Almeda at the former Little Vietnam (et al) space in Petworth:
“The interior is pretty much the same as Little Vietnam, but they put the espresso machine on the corner of the bar and you use a kiosk to order. At least in the morning it’s the same Little Food Studio menu (sausage rolls for the win!). The manager also said dinner service started.”
Almeda writes on their IG: Read More
707 6th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Tonari Cafe To Open with Coffee, Pastries and Italian Onigiri
Daikaya Group’s Tonari expands with breakfast and lunch service, bringing dual coffee cultures and fantastical lunchtime mashups to Chinatown
Expanding on its mastery of Japanese-Italian cuisine, Tonari is set to open Tonari Cafe next month. The daytime counterpart features Italian-style coffee service, morning pastries, bodega-inspired egg sandwiches, various toasts—including a creme-brulee brioche toast—and croissant-baguette sandwiches. Read More
lolly asks: “Anyone know what’s happening with llamabar that was supposed to open this summer on 1 M Street SE? Used to be llamabar signage but all signage gone and no signs of llama or juice” Read More
Thanks to Dean for sending: “new signage up at 3rd and E St SW next to former Pizza Autentica space.”
Stay tuned for an opening date.
photo by Scott Suchman
From a press release:
“The Square, a chef-driven food market destination where cuisine, culture, and community are woven together, is thrilled to announce that it will officially open to the public on Tuesday, September 5. For this first phase, six stalls, and the central 42-seat Atrium Bar will welcome guests.
photo by Scott Suchman
Created by Richie Brandenburg, best known as the creator of Union Market, Rubén García, the former longtime creative director of José Andrés Group, and Tishman Speyer, The Square represents the next generation of food halls and features an evolutionary business model––focused on increased efficiencies, a shared revenue model between The Square and its chef partners, and economies of scale.
The backbone of The Square is a state-of-the-art, subterranean commissary kitchen featuring a communal bakery, butchery, prep kitchens, central ordering system, and liquor purchasing power. Read More
