Ottoman Taverna

Image: A spread, with spreads. Last Updated: September 2022 Current Status: Open for dine-in, with some outdoor (uncovered) seating.  Take-out and and Delivery also available. Overview: Ottoman Taverna is tucked away in the Mt. Vernon Triangle area behind Baan Siam, but the unobtrusive spot is massive inside, serving up mezzes and plates of meat in […]

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Bar Chinois

Image: You thought we’d go with neon lettering, but no! Salt & Pepper Shrimp is reeeal good. Last Updated: July 2022 Current Status:  Open for sit-down dining inside and out, with a large bar. Take-out and delivery available. And Brunch! Overview: Bar Chinois, as the name implies is a bar first and foremost.  The music, […]

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Melange

Image: The Classic Last Updated: April 2023 Overview: [NOTE:  April 22, 2023, they closed the shop.  There are hopes that they will find another spot in the neighborhood.] Mélange serves up burgers, chicken sandwiches and a few other staples of fast food but does so with a focus on quality and a few curveballs thrown […]

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Alta Strada

Last Updated: 5/21/2020 Current Status: With its focus on Italian comfort food like pasta and pizza, it was already menu-ready for this moment.  They have expanded the patio and re-opened for sit-down service. It is also open for take-out and delivery – combined with neighboring restaurant Nama.  Wine, drinks and other alcohol options available. They […]

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Nama added to 17° CxNW Recommended Restaurant List

Image: Specialty roll with Shrimp Tempura Last Updated: 6/5/2021 Current Status:  Nama has re-opened on K St.  They also opened a pop-up within Tico on 14th. They continue to do take-out and delivery.  They are planning on outdoor seating soon. Last Visit: July 2019 Nama is a good, neighborhood sushi spot that on some nights […]

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