625 H Street, NE
Thanks to Alyson and everyone else who sent last week from WBJ and Michael Neibauer:
“Looks like ex-Farmbird space on H Street NE might finally have a new tenant. And its name is Taco Bell…”
STAY TUNED.
tacos
711 Florida Ave, NW photo by Max Schechter
From a press release:
“The team behind Capo Italian Deli (715 Florida Ave NW) is bringing D.C. authentic Mexican street tacos via their new late night eatery, Los Cinco Tacos (711 Florida Ave NW). The program is spearheaded by Jose Candelero, who has been our Director of Kitchen Operations for six years. Originally from Veracruz, Mexico, Los Cinco Tacos is Jose’s ode to the tacos of his youth, with recipes passed down from his grandmother. (more…)
Thanks to Andrew for sending:
“Los Cinco Tacos has soft opened next to Capo Deli. Eventually they will be open until 3 AM on Fridays and Saturdays (like Capo Deli.) Hard open is Friday” (more…)
3900 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Do you believe in miracles?!?! Their website now says City Ridge is coming “Coming Fall 2023”
In February we noted that the long awaited Taco Bamba’s opening on Wisconsin Ave, looked aspirational. Paper has finally gone up and construction has finally started!! (more…)
79 Potomac Avenue, SE photo by Dean Clark
Thanks to Jay for passing on from Dock 79 in the Navy Yard:
“We wanted to share the exciting news that El Rey has finalized a lease with our building! (more…)
711 Florida Avenue, NW
Thanks to Andrew for sending: “Cinco Tacos signage up on Florida Ave next to Capo Deli.”
STAY TUNED.
2436 18th Street, NW previously home to Big Sky, Mellow Mushroom, and Eighteenth and Red
Good news from the Adams Morgan BID:
“Baja Tap is opening this Friday, 3/24 at 4pm in Adams Morgan at 2436 18th St NW! After opening day, hours will be Sun-Thurs from 4pm-12am & Fri-Sat from 4pm-3am. Here’s a preview of their new menu (brunch is coming soon)! (more…)
From an email:
“Perched high atop downtown’s Moxy Hotel, Lucha Rosa is DC’s newest all-season indoor/outdoor rooftop bar featuring a retractable roof. Colorful, fun and vibrant, Atlas Restaurant Group’s next great concept pulls inspiration from Mexican and Latin American cuisine and culture, highlighted by one of the city’s largest agave spirits list. Sip a signature cocktail surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the bustling neighborhood. In the distance, guests will enjoy views of the historic Washington Monument peeking up over the horizon while sitting on the open-air terrace. Lucha Rosa’s menu of lite fare has a focus on freshness. Ceviches, crudos, salads and tacos are created with seasonal ingredients that are bursting with flavor and perfectly complement the beverage selections.”
Menus and more renderings: (more…)
1323 Connecticut Ave, NW
Just noticed this sign at Nero Bistro and Lounge: (more…)
1350 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to PJ and Sarah for sending: “Dos Toros coming to the old Philz space right below the circle” (more…)