Today’s post comes from contributor Ryan White. Read more “low-brow redundancy” here and more over the top wit here. Though Washington, DC is known more as a destination for politicians rather than foodies, the culinary scene in our nation’s capital has flourished over the past few years. Some of the world’s most renowned chefs have…
Category: Food
Jaleo’s New Atmosphere and New Prices
Though not really that new, Jaleo’s redesigned interior blew me away on a recent visit. As a tried-and-true Chinatown happy hour spot, I stopped in to check out the new digs before heading to the theater next door. The fresh design is half Madrid, half fun: there’s a toro (bull) head mounted on the wall…
Fish ‘n’ Pies, Northeast Update
Our crack team of DC Style Is Real tipsters got a sneak peek into upcoming Le Grenier at 502 H. The door was ajar and we just couldn’t resist. Looks like they’ve been doing some renovating. While it appeared that they still have lots to do, it’s good to see some progress on this French…
Ms. Vedral Goes to Washington: Have You Met Ted?
I’ve been waiting to do a review of Ted’s Bulletin, almost since I first moved down here. But there was no way that one meal could do it justice, so after four visits (with definitely more to come), here is my take on Ted’s. For those living in North or Southeast, Ted’s should become a…
Russia House: Are We Still in DC?
Russia House, situated in a grand structure at the corner of Connecticut and Florida in upper Dupont, is a spectacular departure from the Aleros and Subways nearby. Hello, red velvet curtains and chandeliers. Goodbye sunshine and humidity. You’re in Russia now, babe. The first thing to strike is the darkness. Much more intense than the comparative darkness…
The Queen Vic: Your New Local
The Queen Vic, H Street’s best neighborhood hangout, has started to host a delightful trivia night upstairs every Tuesday at 7:30. Check out the newly roofed back patio on warm nights, sip on a pint, have a proper scran, and just straight chill, holmes. Teams are strictly limited to 4 people, and for Pete’s sake,…
H Street Quickbites: Always Wanting More
DC Urbanturf has a fantastic piece on the evolution of H Street’s dining scene. Click it. Also newsworthy – The new “hipster” apartment building at the corner of 4th and I St NE, Ava, projects they will be open for tenants this Fall. Archstone NoMa, a huge new complex across from the Harris Teeter at 1st and…
Domku: Forced, Enjoyable Lingering
I feel absolute credit is due to Domku‘s atmosphere and food that, in spite of starkly slow service and a bug found on a plate, I still want to go back. Walking into the cozy and not-too-small restaurant just off Georgia Avenue (and walkable from the…
Zuppa Fresca: What’s Italian for Potential?
Zuppa Fresca, one of NoMa‘s latest restaurants, is tucked away in the ground floor of the Loree Grand luxury apartment building at 250 K Street NE. They serve modern Italian cuisine. It has some nice outdoor seating and a strangely configured dining room inside, featuring sharp black tablecloths. Fancy! There’s also a fully stocked bar where…
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