Relatively new to U Street is Michael Schlow’s Tico with George Rodrigues in the kitchen as Executive Chef. Walking in, the restaurant definitely fits into the U Street scene, but on the more posh and polished side of things. Designed by David Manfredi of Elkus-Manfredi Architects, Tico boasts a large open space, with an open kitchen view and low lights, and … Continue reading »
“The cocktail is America’s only true culinary gift to the world.” Just a few days before we attended a Bookalokal class hosted by T. Marshall Fawley III, a founding member and CEO of Scofflaws Den LLC (a spirit and cocktail education and consulting company), we had been reading about the history of Moonshine. There’s just something … Continue reading »
Although we have had a rainy couple of days, it is safe to say that spring has (finally) sprung, and restaurants and bars alike are seizing the opportunity to showcase their “spring fever”. With the celebration of May Day came The Gibson‘s opening of their back patio and their next-door neighbor Marvin‘s spring menu debut. … Continue reading »
Although the name “RedLight” acknowledges U Street’s seedy origins, Aaron Gordon, Robert Underwood, and brothers Ari and Micah Wilde’s new restaurant provides a sleek, sophisticated, and perfect after dinner scene. As you walk into RedLight, you will notice the grand 44 seat patio with beautiful mini-gardens ( just in time to enjoy the lovely spring … Continue reading »
We’re becoming quite familiar with the W Hotel and all it’s little gems hidden away within its walls including J&G Steakhouse and the downstairs Living Room bar. We still haven’t made it into Bar 515, but someday. We’re determined like that. Instead we found ourselves in the P.O.V. rooftop lounge with all the scenic glory … Continue reading »
From the owners of Marvin, and located right next door is The Gibson – a U Street area speak-easy-esque cocktail-focused bar. The Gibson gives the air of prohibition times with it’s unmarked door one can easily pass by without a second glance, website with only an address, phone number, and email contact for those wishing … Continue reading »