The Black Sheep of 14th Street

That's what chef/owner Michael Schlow dubs TICO, the restaurateur’s first DC restaurant. Like its Boston location, the menu will offer American food with twists inspired by Michael’s travels to Latin America, Mexico, and Spain. “We’re not trying to be an Estadio or a Barcelona Wine Bar; they do a great job serving authentic Spanish cuisine. We’re first and foremost approachable American food.” However, grab a moment with Michael and he’ll regale you with impassioned stories about Spain, like his dinner at the famed (but shuttered) elBulli that lasted close to 10 hours. Michael’s the creative type, and so is his wife, Adrienne. She’s working on the distressed brick walls and mixed media artwork while Michael is meticulously making perfect playlists. TICO is set to open in June inside the Louis at 14 development.

Continue reading this story with a free account

Log in or register
Sign up for more articles like this
Subscribe to Bisnow's Washington, D.C. Newsletters
Related Stories

Developer Pays $7M For Planned Old Town Conversion: The D.C. Deal Sheet

Ruben Cos. Says It Can't Sell, Finance Navy Yard Multifamily Project

D.C. Court Tosses Lawsuit Over Proposed Rent-Freeze Ballot Initiative

Loudoun County Moves To Pause Data Center Applications For 12 Months

Why Top-Secret Facilities Are Permeating Greater D.C.'s Office Market

Trump's DEI Crackdown Is Creating New Risks For Landlords That Lease To The Government

Northern Virginia Office Tower Sells For Double Its 2024 Price

Design Plans Revealed For RFK Stadium Parking Garages, Headed To Review

Security Tech Firm Plans Loudoun HQ Move: The D.C. Deal Sheet

D.C. Investor Behind The Stacks Swaps CEO For First Time In 25 Years

Pennsylvania Avenue Office Sells For Repositioning: The D.C. Deal Sheet

Georgetown Waterfront Office-To-Condo Conversion Lands Financing