828 Upshur Street, NW, before Almeda this space was previously home to Little Vietnam, 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 Ken for sending the Mama Tee signage in Petworth.
Previously we learned from the owner: (more…)
1341 14th Street, NW
Yesterday we shared the huge news about Barrel House Cafe & Bar coming to the former Foxtrot/Barrel House liquors space in Logan Circle.
Check out more info on what’s coming, and who’s behind it:
“Logan Circle will soon be getting new life in a vacant and iconic landmark building (the one with the eye-catching concrete barrel storefront), formerly occupied by Foxtrot, which closed April 23, 2024.
Barrel House Cafe & Bar (1341 14th St. NW) is coming to this legendary address of Logan Circle in Spring 2025. This new European-style cafe & bar concept is (more…)
“Dante Datta and Chef Suresh Sundas”
From an email:
“Industry Veterans and community connectors Dante Datta and Chef Suresh Sundas (of MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand 2022 and 2023, Food & Wine 2024 Global Tastemaker, & New York Times ‘22 Best New Restaurant, Daru) are thrilled to announce their newest offering to the city of Washington, D.C., Tapori, which will celebrate Indian Street Food with the power to bridge communities through culinary prowess with regional dishes and cocktails from their native homeland.
Located in The District’’s historic H St corridor, Tapori, (600 H Street NE, Suite E. Ed. Note: previously home to Fancy Radish) was stimulated by the Hindi word which translates to “vagabond” or “rowdy,” and also describes the vibrant street culture in India- a genre that has been featured in Bollywood films such as Rangeela. Opening in late fall 2024, (more…)
1341 14th Street, NW
I’m just kidding, obviously Foxtrot was there but for a hot second, this is and will always be the former Barrel House Liquors, which moved next door back in 2015. Nearly 10 years later I’m overjoyed to announce the coming of Barrel House Café & Bar: (more…)
2471 18th Street, NW most recently home to Tight Five Pub and before them Smoke and Barrel and, of course, the long time home of Asylum before that
Ack. I keep forgetting to post this. Thanks to all who’ve messaged us about Legacy HiFi coming to the former Tight Five Pub space. The coming soon sign says:
“Beer, booze and burgers.”
Looks like it’s still gonna be a minute: (more…)
3501 Connecticut Avenue, NW previously home to a California Tortilla and a Pizzeria Uno back in the day.
Last we noted back in March Buffalo & Bergen’s permanent signage had been installed. It’s been a minute so wanted to see what was up.
A rip in the paper reveals a peek inside: (more…)
1252 4th Street, NE
Thanks to Jodi for sending the update: “Signage up for Shia in Union Market!”
Shia’s website says:
“SHIA is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington D.C. focused on sustainability and innovation. (more…)
inside 1331 4th Street, SE photo from Emily
From Panera:
“a new Panera Bread “To Go” bakery-cafe opened its doors in the Navy Yard at 1331 4th St SE on Monday, September 23. (more…)
3146 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
Thanks to Sarah for sending: “Streets market signage is happening!” (more…)
641 New York Ave, NW
Back in February we learned that the potentially very cool, potentially well, we learned that Flight Club (dart-throwing bar) was coming to Mount Vernon Squangle.
The placard says: (more…)