1100 15th Street, NW

Update from Philotimo:

“Unfortunately, our restaurant had a kitchen fire a couple of months ago resulting in a closure for the foreseeable future.

It looks like the restaurant won’t be able to reopen until next spring.”

Thanks to Mike for sending: “The note on the door has been there since the summer, so pretty dated. I walked by yesterday and Philotimo is still closed form the kitchen fire they had in the summer. Do know if they will reopen?” (more…)



photo by Vina Sananikone

From a press release:

“Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Nicholas Stefanelli is pleased to announce the debut of Kaimaki, a wine and cocktail bar opening Thursday, June 2, at Midtown Center (1100 15th Street NW). The lively and upbeat gathering place is primed to be a go-to destination for Greek street food, after-work drinks, nightcaps, and everything in between. (more…)



photo by Rey Lopez

From an email:

“Nestled in a hidden alley between L and M Street (Midtown Center), Little Chicken, the new fried chicken concept from Grazie Grazie owner, Casey Patten, and Michelin-starred chefs, Gerald Addison and Chris Morgan, offers guests an escape from the mundane with their craveworthy bites, creative cocktails, and energetic atmosphere. (more…)



15th and L Street, NW photo by Donna “Soft opening…not to public yet, so great to see this.”

From a press release:

SHOTO is slated to open its doors this week at the new Midtown Center development (1100 15th St NW) located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC.

SHOTO will serve a contemporary and sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese izakaya style of informal dining.


photo by Rey Lopez

After dominating the international scene in cities such as London, New York, Miami, Dubai, and Hong Kong, SHOTO will be the first of Arjun Waney’s many brands to be launching in Washington DC, and will be led by founder and managing martner Arman Naqi, who grew up in the area. (more…)



1100 15th Street, NW photo by Donna Batcho

Check out a draft Philotimo Menu

Thanks to Donna for sharing: “Opening this Saturday. Chef Nick Stefanelli’s Philotimo.

[“An exploration of Greece’s cherished traditions and culinary beauty through the lens of Michelin-starred chef Nicholas Stefanelli, located in Downtown D.C.”]

Walking out of office tonight, was a Rip Van Winkle moment. Have been waiting for this to open.”

Have a look inside: (more…)