ARTS & EVENTS

Stalking the Newbies: Dining With The Real World

The Real Word DCWHILE "THE REAL WORLD" films in the District this summer, there are a few safe bets for places to catch MTV's latest batch of dysfunctional twentysomethings: Georgetown restaurants and bars.

Capital Restaurant Concepts has signed a deal with Real World producers Bunim/Murray Production giving the company permission to film in five locations, including a few neighborhood institutions.

The cast will have the option of eating at the saloon-style J. Paul's, the Italian eatery Paolo's Ristorante, the barbecue joint Old Glory, Mediterranean-influenced Neyla and the Third Edition restaurant and nightclub.

Don't expect too much advanced notice about when to catch (or avoid) the camera crews, though. CRC isn't disclosing when the show might be filming.

"It is our policy as a company to maintain the privacy and discretion of celebrities while they patron our establishments," company spokeswoman Elizabeth Scott said.

Will the cast's forays into Georgetown dining give an indication of what this season will have to offer? Will they go for boozy clubbing at Third Edition? Oysters and beers at J. Paul's? The $45 per-person bourbon and cigar four-course dinner at Old Glory?

District residents can try to catch them in the act — or just catch them on cable.

» J. Paul's, 3218 M St. NW; 202-333-3450.
» Neyla, 3206 N St. NW; 202-333-6353.
» Old Glory, 3139 M St. NW; 202-337-3406.
» Paolo's Ristorante, 1303 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 202-333-7353.
» The Third Edition, 1218 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 202-333-3700.

Written by Express contributor Robert Margetta
Photo illustration by the Washington Post

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COMMENTS (2)
  • "It is our policy as a company to maintain the privacy and discretion of celebrities while they patron our establishments," company spokeswoman Elizabeth Scott said.

    And what about the privacy of your once-loyal, non-celebrity guests who "patron" your establishments? If you'd rather pander to some C-list reality "stars" than serve someone who faithfully patronizes your restaurants 2-3 a week, I'll remember that.

    You should remember this: I live here. I have lived here for ten years. They'll be gone in a few months, never to return, but I'll still be here...and I'll remember where I couldn't eat in peace. If I'm forced to avoid a place for four months straight, there's no guarantee I'll go back. I know, you don't care. But other eateries that didn't sell out WILL care, and they'll happily take my business.

    By suitablegirl , Posted July 16, 2009 7:05 PM

  • suitablegirl, I really like your comment and completely agree!

    By Taco Man , Posted July 17, 2009 8:51 AM
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