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Uchi, “the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim”, Opens May 12th Downtown!

By Prince Of Petworth


1700 M Street, NW

From a press release:

“Uchi, the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim, will open its much-anticipated DC location on May 12 at 1700 M St. NW, bringing its creative marrying of global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors and technique to the region’s diners for the first time.

Founded by Chef Tyson Cole, a rare American sushi master and James Beard Award winner for Best Chef Southwest, and operated by Austin’s Hai Hospitality, Uchi features an expansive menu of creative cool and hot dishes, sashimi, makimono, yakimono and tempura; an ever-changing omakase experience; and beloved happy hour, offering something for every palate. Renowned for its approachable, knowledgeable hospitality, Uchi turns every seat in the house into a memorable, one-on-one omakase-style experience.

Uchi DC will be led by (more…)

“Goodlove, a chic, music-driven cocktail lounge, is set to open Friday”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Sophie Macaluso

From a press release:

“Goodlove, a new cocktail lounge rooted in good music and chic design, is set to open this Friday, Nov. 7 in Washington’s Midtown Center (1100 15th Street NW).

The stylish, intimate bar from Darren Hinds and Executive Chef Lonie Murdock, the team behind Isla, hits a new high note for DC nightlife. An ideal complement to Isla’s elegance, Goodlove is a place for lovers of music, an escapist space where a chic sensibility reigns and the latest beats pour from a custom sound system and fill the room.

The 2,200-square-foot Goodlove is the perfect place to enjoy from happy hour to late night to date night, with small bites from Isla and two cocktail menus (more…)

“Isla, a globally inspired restaurant with Island roots, and Goodlove, a chic, music-driven cocktail lounge, are set to open downtown this fall”

By Prince Of Petworth


1100 15th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Isla, a luxe ode to island ingredients and flavors with a global vibe, and Goodlove, a stylish cocktail lounge rooted in good music and chic design, are set to open in Washington’s buzzing Midtown Center (1100 15th Street NW) this fall. Both Isla and Goodlove bring a distinct culinary and aesthetic point of view to downtown, with an emphasis on live-fire cooking, exquisite seasonal, soulful fare, and lush, transportive design at Isla, and perfectly executed cocktails and sexy, music-driven vibes at Goodlove. (more…)

At Long Last Philotimo has finally and officially reopened

By Prince Of Petworth


1100 15th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Philotimo, chef and restaurateur Nicholas Stefanelli’s tribute to Greek food and culture, reopens today (Wednesday) in Washington, D.C. It originally debuted in January 2022, closing six months later due to a fire.

With a refreshed look and an a la carte menu, Philotimo welcomes guests for occasions both everyday and grand—and is ready for its reentrance into D.C.’s exciting dining scene.

Philotimo explores Greece’s rich and regionally vast cuisine, (more…)

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