Hahaha too good. Thanks to a reader for sending in:
“I was walking up 12th Street after getting out of Metro Center and came across these two items sitting next to each other on the sidewalk. As diet relapses go, I don’t think you can get much lower than Hooters Wings…”
Or maybe I should make this a bonus caption contest?
1319 F Street, NW
From a press release:
“Spring rarely conjures up thoughts of skiing, frosty mountain evenings and knit hats with ear flaps. But at Noelia, a taste of Vermont’s frostiness cools down a warm evening.
On May 13th, from 5-7 pm, the bar at Noelia tips it’s earmuffs to The Green Mountain State by offering a variety of craft Vermont beers paired with its Chicken & Waffle sandwich with Vermont Maple. Featured will be the wildly popular yet difficult to find Heady Topper, a pale India ale named #1 beer in the world by Beer Advocate. Also featured will be IPAs, Long Trail, Otter Creek, and Shed Vermont, all at a special price of $10.
It’s not just the beer, but also the maple that make Vermont great. Noelia’s new chicken and waffle sandwich with Vermont maple pairs perfectly with the suds. This delectable fowl served between homemade waffles drizzled with maple syrup is available daily at the bar for $7 and is also a featured lunch menu item. Paired with the beer, the beer and sandwich combo will be available at $15 during this event.
Noelia is located at 1319 F Street, NW, Washington DC 20004. The restaurant is open for lunch weekdays from 11:30 am-2:30 pm; dinner Monday-Thursday 5 pm to 10 pm, and 5 pm to 11 pm on Friday & Saturday.”
13th and F Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for tweeting us a sneak peek inside Mastro’s Steakhouse opening May 8th in the former M&S Grill space:
13th and F St, NW via google maps
From a press release:
“TaKorean is pleased to announce the opening of it’s first location in Northwest. The local fast-casual chain will debut an extended pop-up location in the Eat at National Place food hall located at 13th & F Street, NW early this summer.
With locations at Union Market in NE and The Yards in SE, TaKorean will now be able to service patrons in the heart of downtown Washington. “We’ve been eager to serve our existing base of food truck customers in this area and we’re excited to continue to grow our brand in the DC area,” says founder and CEO Mike Lenard. Eat at National Place is a sophisticated and vibrant food hall that opened in 2005. TaKorean will serve it’s delicious and unique menu at the new location.”
This spring TaKorean has introduced new menu items. Most notably, a seasonal vegetable is now permanently on the menu. Cauliflower is being offered this spring and is meant to be enjoyed in a tako or on a bowl. The cauliflower is pan-roasted with a soy orange glaze and is vegan. TaKorean has also added the option for brown rice as an alternative to white. “We’re so excited to be able to offer more vegetables and healthy options. Everyday we’re selling more balanced items and creating a new path for food culture,” says Lenard.
TaKorean has also added a new topping and two add-on options. TaKorean’s famous salsa roja is now available as a topping free of charge. Made with fire-roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, fresh ginger, cilantro, lime juice, sesame oil and gochujang, our Korean style salsa roja will surely add an extra kick to your bite! The new add-ons include a tangy vegan avocado crema that is made from scratch with fresh avocados, as well as an organic soft egg to be enjoyed on a rice or slaw bowl. The organic egg is sous vide and has the texture of a perfectly cooked poached egg. The new menu items are available at all locations.”
Ed. Note: this is located right across the street from District Taco.
Finally! Thanks to a reader for tweeting us word. Mastro’s is coming to the former M&S Grill space downtown. Their website says:
“Mastro’s collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club Seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience…
Mastro’s Steakhouse
Washington D.C.
Opening May 2015“
13th and F Street, NW
Thanks to @catiecat for passing on this shot Sharon took at Metro Center this morning.
@megroh sends an equally rough shot from Gallery Place at 9:13AM today:
From AlertDC:
“DC Water reports a water main break at 12th and F Streets NW. Due to the break 12th St. between E and F Streets is expected to be closed 10 to 12 hours while repairs are being made. Metro Center Station is affected and service to the Blue, Orange and Silver Lines is suspended at this time between Farragut West and L’ Enfant Plaza Stations.”
Photo via @Metrorailinfo “water level after receding at Federal Triangle.”
From WMATA:
“Metrorail service on the Silver, Orange and Blue lines is suspended in both directions between Farragut West and L’Enfant Plaza due to a water main break at 12th and F Streets, NW. Water has entered Metro Center Station and flooded lower level tracks.
DC Water has advised that the source of the water has been turned off. Metro is currently working to pump out the water off of the tracks. There is no estimated time of service restoration.
Limited shuttle bus service will operate between Farragut West and L’Enfant Plaza. However, bus service will not be able to replicate the capacity of the rail system. Riders should consider alternate travel options (e.g. Red, Yellow or Green lines) and expect significant delays on the Silver, Orange and Blue lines.
WMATA: “This photo shows water above the rail earlier this morning at Federal Triangle. All back to normal now.”
As of 8:40 a.m., Metro is in the process of restoring normal rail service on the Orange, Silver and Blue lines following an earlier water main break in the area of Metro Center. Riders should expect residual delays in both directions as trains resume normal operations.
Earlier, service on the three lines had been suspended between L’Enfant Plaza and Farragut West due to flooding on the tracks. The water main break occurred outside Metro Center in the area of 12th and F streets, NW.
Red, Yellow and Green line trains continue to operate normally.
WMATA: “Two more pics from Federal Triangle earlier.”
Silver/Orange/Blue Line: Normal service has resumed between Farragut West and L’Enfant Plaza.“
@Uber_DC reminds you:
“Trying to get to work on time despite the #wmata? Tap that app and make your escape to the office a little easier.”
Anyone know if surge pricing was in effect?
14th and F St, NW
@ranpuba tweets us:
“Hey @PoPville, is Men’s Wearhouse opening at the National Press Club building on F St NW?”
First I’m hearing but it def. looks like it. This must be some of the vacant space left over by Filene’s not taken by Marshalls
701 14th Street, NW
From a press release:
“The partners of the Latin inspired restaurant, Ceiba, [Chef Jeff Tunks, Gus DiMillo, David Wizenberg] are turning a new leaf and have decided to close the doors at the end of this month, September 27, 2014. It has been an exciting 11 years for the sleek American interpretation of an urban Latin establishment, Ceiba, but now is the time for its final hour. It was a challenging and heartfelt decision for the partners, but with much review of the varied external factors, closing the doors was the best course of action. It will leave behind a legacy of spicy, tangy Latin cuisine and fiery memories – of tropical-style lunches, exotic dinner choices, and annual festive celebrations, right there on 14th and G Streets just blocks from The White House.
Says Gus DiMillo, co-proprietor and 35-year veteran in the hospitality industry, “It’s a business that has brought highs and lows—from great food and an amazing stable of talented chefs. It is hard to plan the closing of a restaurant, when you open a restaurant successfully.”
Ceiba has been praised in the press from Bon Appétit, Wall Street Journal, Wine Spectator to Washington, DC’s top print and online media periodicals and publications. Chef Jeff Tunks appeared on NBC’s “Today Show” showcasing Ceiba’s heart-healthy meal ideas including the Southwest Buffalo Burger and Grilled Chicken with Black Bean Corn Salsa.
The partners will simply focus their energy and time on their independent ongoing endeavors in Washington, DC and Virginia; and their next venture is poised to open in early 2015.
Gus, Jeff and David are indebted and thankful to their loyal supporters, neighbors, distinguished press, friends and family for their continued commitment to Ceiba. And most importantly, they are sincerely grateful to their dedicated staff for all of their efforts and hard work over the past 11 years.
“A fond farewell for now! Thank you for the memories,” says Gus, Jeff and David.”
14th and G Street, NW looking north
555 13th Street, NW entrance on F Street Photo Credit: Jason Colston for PAUL USA
From a press release:
“On Monday, September 15th, PAUL will open its sixth bakery café in the Washington, DC area, just two blocks from the White House – located in the Columbia Square Building on F St. NW in the Metro Center neighborhood.
Photo Credit: Jason Colston for PAUL USA
The 2200 sq.ft. store is opulently decorated so as to transport you to Paris… with its antique fixtures, authentic French artwork, and elegant tufted velvet, suede and fabric chairs and banquettes. The café is illuminated by a full wall of windows, and will accommodate approximately 30 guests inside. The outdoor covered portico of the Columbia Square building accommodates table seating for 20 guests who wish to dine al fresco year-round.”
Photo Credit: Jason Colston for PAUL USA
