A few weeks ago we learned at the new spot coming to the Kraken Axes space at 3400 Georgia Avenue NW is called Hook Hall and would be a big beer garden, indoor bar and event space. I was able to visit last week and talk with owner Anna Valero and also learn more about the space.…

Well, the line at Call Your Mother may be getting longer soon. The “Jew-ish” bagel spot at 3301 Georgia Ave NW, was just named one of the country’s 16 best new restaurants by Eater. They highlight the quality bagels, “offbeat” items like the challah cheesesteak, and the Argentine touches from chef Daniela Moreira. They also…

Lots happening on Georgia Avenue — Marrakech, a Moroccan restaurant formerly on P Street in Dupont, opened at 3632 Georgia Avenue a couple of months ago without much fanfare, and now they’re gone. The replacement has permits in the windows, which will be Mr. Braxton Bar and Restaurant. And next door at 3630 Georgia, Tsehay…

It’s not Columbia Heights, but if you want to go up to Petworth, the 6th Annual Kennedy Street Fest is happening on Saturday from noon to 4pm. The street has been bustling of late, with new bars and restaurants like the Anxo cidery and awesome neighborhood bars Jackie Lee’s and Moreland’s Tavern. The fest sounds…