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During the government shutdown, DMV bars and restaurants are offering various discounts and specials to federal workers and the public, including happy hours, free drinks, and food deals, serving as a local silver lining despite the broader economic and governmental challenges.
The latest Michelin Guide for Washington, D.C. has added two new one-star restaurants: Mita, a vegetarian Latin American eatery, and Omakase, a Japanese sushi spot. Additionally, Oyster Oyster, a vegan restaurant, received the city's first Michelin Green star for sustainability. The guide now features 116 restaurants, including those with Bib Gourmand ratings, representing 37 different cuisines. Notably, Pineapple and Pearls was downgraded from two stars to one, and Mayan lost its one-star status.
Michelin has announced its 2024 star ratings for Washington D.C., with Omakase @ Barracks Row and Mita joining the list of one-starred restaurants. The announcement was part of a tri-city event also covering New York and Chicago. Mita's recognition is historic for its Venezuelan co-chefs, marking significant achievements for both. The D.C. area now hosts 26 Michelin-starred restaurants, with The Inn at Little Washington retaining its three-star status. Additionally, two new restaurants joined the Bib Gourmand list, while four lost their titles.
The James Beard Foundation named nine D.C. and Maryland restaurants and chefs as finalists for its prestigious culinary awards, marking the highest number of regional finalists in over a decade. Notable nominees include Moon Rabbit's Kevin Tien and Susan Bae, while other nominees represent establishments such as Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana and Bas Rouge. The awards also recognized excellence in local spirits, with Tail Up Goat and Clavel Mezcaleria receiving nominations. Additionally, Eastern Point Collective's Hollis Wells Silverman and the Lee Initiative's Lindsey Ofcacek and Edward Lee were honored in various categories.
Michelin has announced two new additions to its "Bib Gourmand" category for D.C. restaurants: La Tejana, a Tex-Mex taco spot in Mt. Pleasant, and Yellow, a Levantine cafe with multiple locations. The Bib Gourmand category recognizes affordable dining options, with meals typically costing around $40 for two courses. These new additions bring the total number of Bib Gourmand-designated restaurants in D.C. to 36. The full 2023 Michelin Guide for D.C. is set to be released next week.