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Image: Sashimi Last Updated: May 2026 Overview: Izakaya Seki resides in a converted two-story house a block north of the U Street bustle where it is an oasis in more ways than one. Despite its long-standing excellence it often goes unmentioned when tossing around names and suggestions for D.C. restaurants. The family-run spot from the […]
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Image: Fried Chicken, Greens, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy and a hint of Cornbread. Last Updated: July 2021 Current Status: Open for take-out, and you can order ahead. They have a couple seats outside, if you can’t wait. Note that they close on the early side. Overview: Inconspicuous on the Dupont side of a block that […]
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Last Updated: January 2024 Overview: This tiny spot next to Service Bar on U Street started doing take-out and delivery only during the pandemic. They are sticking with that model for the U Street location, but they also opened a spot inside The Square food hall downtown with ample seating. It began with the laying […]
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Image: Kefta Platter, wrapped chicken sandwich and grape leaves Last Updated: 5/30/2020 Current Status: As of Saturday, May 30, they are reopen for dine-in service on their small patio, plus take-out and delivery. Hours: 12-10pm daily. Before Times Review: Last Visit: November 2019 The space is a modest converted rowhouse, requiring a few steps down […]
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Image: What is this Popeye’s chicken you are all speaking of? Last Updated: August 2023. Current Status: They closed. Before Times Review: First Visit: September 2019 This no frills, open bar space on the corner of 12th and U serves up tiki drinks and Chinese food. There are a handful of outdoor seats. Inside […]
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Image: That’s one way to cook cauliflower. Last Updated: December 2025 Overview: Maydan continues to do great work. Gift Cards Other Guidance: Post accessibility guidance: Wheelchair users can request a ramp at the entrance; ADA-compliant restrooms. Vegetarians and GF can do well. Before Times Review: Last Visited: June 2019 Maydan is a phenom. When it […]
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Image: Hedy Lamarr and James Stewart in Come Live With Me (1941) Here is a recap of the week that was on the site. Added to the Recommended Restaurant list: Seven Reasons – Three of the most interesting restaurants in Washington right now are about a block apart. Maydan’s giant hearth has been pulling in […]
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Picture: The name is mysterious; the food inspired. Last Updated: January 2024 Current Status: At the end of 2023, the restaurant wholesale moved to the old DBGB space in City Center. Gift Cards Before Times Review: Last Visited: May 2019 Right out of the gate, Seven Reasons is in full stride. Under Chef Enrique […]
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