Boundary Road officially opened its doors in the Atlas District on H Street, NE, just two weeks ago. If the name sounds familiar, it may be because it was in plans to open for the past year. I dropped by during their grand opening night to see if this place was worth the wait. As … Continue reading »
One of DC’s most popular jazz spots is moving…again. HR-57 is moving from 816 H St., NE to 1007 H St., NE. The new space used to be a church. It will continue to host great jazz entertainers and will add a coffee shop that will offer baked goods and other food varieties. Apparently, the … Continue reading »
Chicken Tortilla is set to open at 1324 H St., NE. I believe it’s a second location, following the one near Barracks Row on 8th St., SE. It specializes in Peruvian chicken and burritos. Not sure if this location will have catering and delivery as the other one does. Details to follow!
Impala Cantina y Taqueria has applied for a liquor license and will serve Mexican style fare at 1358 H St., NE. This spot will have plenty of outdoor seating in the Spring with rooftop and garden dining. Their web address is impala-dc.com!
If SOL Mexican Grill sounds familiar, it’s because it’s part of the food truck craze that’s now expanding to open a full restaurant, next door to Smith Commons, at 1251 H St., NE. They’ve applied for their liquor license and should open soon. I’ll keep you posted! Salud!
There’s a new sushi spot coming to the H Street Corridor. Hikari Sushi & Sake Bar is scheduled to open soon. It’s located at 644 H Steet, NE, and will give some competition to Sticky Rice, just down the road. No word on the exact opening date. Shouldn’t be too much longer…. Stay tuned! Cheers!
After much buzz, The Hamilton is here and brings a unique twist of dining and live entertainment to DC! Just a few blocks away from The White House, the corner of 14th & F Streets, NW, has transformed from books and magazines to dinner and live bands. Formerly the home of Borders bookstore, this new … Continue reading »
So, it’s a new year! 2012. Some say 2012 and others term it 20-12. However you say it, this year is bound to be great! Cocktail Commentaries was on a hiatus and is now back and busier than ever! I’ll give you new happy hour venues, new ventures, and I’ll even take a look at … Continue reading »
As an alumnus of Howard, homecoming is pretty much a holiday for me and my fellow Bison, not to mention the scores of other folks that didn’t go to the Mecca but love the experience. The older I get, the more I hear folks say they are getting too old for homecoming. Too old for … Continue reading »
Foggy Bottom is exploding with new restaurants and businesses. District Commons opened late last month with a swarm of foodie followers from its sister restaurants – DC Coast, Acadiana, and Ceiba, all part of Passion Food, located in the District. Admittedly a foodie groupie of Acadiana, I had to check out the new family addition … Continue reading »
