This week's top dish from Eater DC, Curbed's restaurant, bar, and nightlife blog...
MIKE ISABELLA WIRE— Big week for celebrity chef Mike Isabella — he won Cochon 555 and announced he's opening up a sandwich shop in his native New Jersey.
METRO CENTER— The city's second fried chicken and doughnut restaurant is now open. Welcome, Astro.
LOGAN CIRCLE— Stephen Starr makes his mark in Washington with the opening of brasserie Le Diplomate.
GEORGETOWN— More margaritas for all: 14th Street's El Centro D.F. will open up a second location in the former Third Edition space.
PENN QUARTER— It's almost time for the latest Dangerously Delicious pies location; they're opening Monday in Penn Quarter.
EXPANSION WIRE— Cult favorite burger restaurant Burger Joint has expanded within New York, and is also looking at D.C.
BEER WIRE— Atlas Brew Works is looking at a summer opening, when they will show off three beers.
CAPITOL RIVERFRONT— Park Tavern has opened for business near the ballpark.
EATER MAPS— Here's an updated Eater 38, choosing the city's essential restaurants.
ASHBURN— The area's first Alamo Drafthouse will open May 3; the chef talks about what to expect on the menu.