Nick Pagonis

Mike Isabella’s Restaurants Are Closing Arroz, Kapnos Taverna, Yona and Pepita Closed Over the Weekend Less than a year after he and his partners were sued for sexual harassment, disgraced chef Mike Isabella filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy last Tuesday for his Mike Isabella Concepts Read More

B. Smith’s Closing in Union Station After almost 20 years in Union Station, B. Smith’s restaurant announced Friday it will close. Located in ornate East Hall, the restaurant was originally the presidential suite and hosted the king and queen of England in 1939. No Read More

Kapnos Greek Restaurant Debuts Friday Graffiato owner and Top Chef contestant Mike Isabella will open Kapnos, his third Washington restaurant, at 2201 14th St. NW on Friday. The menu features spit-roasted whole animals and mezze plates. The 160-seat eatery at 14th and W is Read More