Bazaar by José Andrés

Set in the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, the Bazaar by José Andrés is the culmination of a 30-year dream for Chef José Andrés. Drawing inspiration from this iconic location, which first opened in 1899 and served as DC’s General Post Office until 1914, the Bazaar is a multi-level destination reinvented with avant-garde and Americana-inspired decor. The Bazaar’s signature playful dishes are infused here with new menu items, boasting an Americana flair with a nod to U.S. history. Closest Metro is Federal Triangle.

minibar

minibar by José Andrés, a two Michelin-starred restaurant, is a study in avant-garde cooking where each bite is designed to thrill the senses by pushing the limits of what we have come to expect - and what is possible - from food. The creations combine art and science, as well as tradition and technique, to deliver an imaginative and progressive tasting menu, offered at a communal setting for up to 6 guests. The menu price is $275 per person (excluding beverage, tax and gratuity). Beverage pairing options are available. Closest Metro is Gallery Place.

Fish by José Andrés

Fish by José Andrés celebrates the best of Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, while including time-honored cooking techniques from around the world. Located in the MGM at National Harbor, Fish showcases the region's bounty in live seafood tanks and interactive cooking stations, bringing guests seafood dining in a way that only José Andrés can.

Dine-N-Dash 2016

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On June 15, 2016, Chef José Andrés will host the fourth annual Dine-N-Dash event. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., event-goers will walk through the city’s Penn Quarter and 14th Street neighborhoods, enjoying food, drink and music at all of the participating restaurants. Over twenty new restaurants and food trucks were added to the Dine-N-Dash lineup this year. All proceeds from the event will benefit World Central Kitchen, José Andrés’ international non-profit that focuses on smart solutions to hunger and poverty.

China Chilcano

China Chilcano celebrates the rich culinary diversity of Peru and brings an exciting exploration of this multicultural cuisine to our nation’s capital. The restaurant honors Peru’s deeply rooted and diverse heritage, including its native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines; its name an homage to Peru’s renowned fish stew and its popular national drink, the chilcano. Discover Chef José Andrés and team’s unique take on contemporary Peruvian cuisine with bold flavors, heady aromas and the buzz of excited diners that take you on a sensorial journey that is anything but everyday.  Closest Metro is Archives- Naval Memorial.

Dine-N-Dash

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On June 9, 2015, Chef José Andrés hosted the third annual Dine-N-Dash event. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., an estimated 2,500 event goers strolled through the city's Penn Quarter, enjoying specialty dishes, craft cocktails, and live music at Washington D.C.'s top restaurants and food trucks - all in one evening! All proceeds from the event benefited World Central Kitchen.

Celebrate Day of the Dead at Oyamel

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Go to Oyamel to celebrate the "Dia de los Muertos," an ancient Mexican tradition of celebrating the dead and enticing souls to linger with food, drink, and festivities. And enticed they will be by Head Chef Colin King’s creative takes on traditional dishes, featuring special dishes and drinks to die for. The Day of the Dead event will take place from October 21 to November 2, 2013.

At Home: Jaleo Asparagus with Spanish Cured Ham

It's a new year and I have a new series to feature called Restaurant Recreations...At Home.  “Simple ingredients treated with respect,” is Chef Jose Andres' recipe for a perfect dish. This philosophy is seen in his Spanish tapas restaurant, Jaleo.  The simple preparation of Asparagus with Spanish Cured Ham is perfect for parties.  Be sure to use the freshest asparagus you can find and this easy tapa will surely impress your friends and family.

Jaleo

Jaleo is a Spanish word meaning revelry, fun, and bustle and brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain under the direction of famed chef José Andrés.  Jaleo in Penn Quarter offers an impressive assortment of tapas, the traditional small dishes of Spain, as well as savory paellas, superb sangrias and a fine selection of Spanish wines and Sherries in a festive, casual atmosphere.  Closest Metro is Archives/Naval Memorial.

PEPE

PEPE is José Andrés’ first food truck! The truck serves Spanish cuisine at the moment, but there is a thought that Andrés may change the menu (and even the truck name) at a moment’s notice! Current menu items are sandwiches ranging in price from $8 – $20 (most are $10).  This truck does not drive around as often as other DC Food Trucks, but they did make an appearance at Trucko de Mayo and I was happy to try them out.

Oyamel

Oyamel is among the award-winning dining concepts from José Andrés, chef/owner of ThinkFoodGroup, and combines Mexico’s rich regional diversity with the modern urban atmosphere of Mexico City. The liveliness of the dining room is matched by the creativity of the menu and cocktail list, featuring antojitos - Mexican small plates - ceviches and tacos, plus unique margaritas, and an impressive array of wines and tequilas.  Originally opened in 2004 in the Crystal City neighborhood of Arlington, Oyamel moved to its current home in the Penn Quarter in March of 2007.  Closest Metro is Archives - Naval Memorial.

America Eats Tavern

Last date I was here: 08/10/2011 

Restaurant: America Eats Tavern (http://www.americaeatstavern.com/)

Location: Penn Quarter

Total Rating: 2.9
Food: 3, Price: 2, Service: 3, Ambience: 3, Accessibility: 5


Summary: “At AMERICA EATS TAVERN, opened July 4th 2011, José Andrés applies his innovative style to an American restaurant; his first new restaurant concept in Washington since opening in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Named after the Works Progress Administration (WPA) writers project of the 1930s, America Eats offers a new take on American classics and celebrate native ingredients and some long forgotten dishes, from burgoo to oysters Rockefeller.” Closest Metro is Archives-Naval Memorial.

Using the same space as the former popular Café Atlantico, this American project is slated to remain open until January 2012. With mixed reviews, it is most likely a good thing that this restaurant concept is only temporary. I met up with an old friend for lunch here and we were seated right away. The décor is simple with kitschy Americana and a slight over usage of red, white, and blue. We sat on the ground floor, where supposedly the more casual tavern menu is offered, while a more refined and elegant menu is featured on the second and third floors. Not sure if it was the lunch offerings, but the menu seemed a little limiting. When my friend asked for a bread substitution on her sandwich, the server immediately denied stating “it only comes that way.” When our sandwiches arrived, I thought they were flavorful and highlighted some fresh ingredients, however, they were tiny. I was worried I would leave still hungry – and that I did. The Reuben had only slivers of meat and was covered by a deconstructed salad of some sort with shaved cheeses and vegetables. My po’ boy featured 4 tiny oysters perched upon a small piece of baguette with sorry scraps of lettuce and tomato. The mustard sauce had kick with its chunks of jalapenos. Each sandwich came with a bag of potato chips, which normally I would pass up, but this time I devoured to fill my stomach. Overall, I appreciate Chef Andres’ attempt to meld the art with food – yet I much prefer the original restaurant and cuisine over this place. *Overall score amended after initial posting to reflect more accurate rating.

What I ate:

Oyster Po’ Boy