Red Lotus Kitchen & Bar is expected to open as early as the first week in April — with gold Chinese calligraphy on its walls, dim sum on its tables and silk lanterns hanging from the ceiling. Chef Buu "Billy" Ngo and partner Peter Kwong are opening the contemporary Asian-fusion restaurant at 2718 J St. following their success with Japanese restaurant Kru, a few blocks down the street. The restaurant initially was expected to open in December in the spot where G.V. Hurley's closed its doors in... Suzanne Stickybeak comment-28080 2010-05-26T02:37:29Z 2010-05-26T02:37:29Z What, no cart ladies??That's one reason why we like New Canton--not only is the dim sum terrific, the cart ladies are fun and friendly, especially when they see the kids. We'll still check out RL when it opens, though. I'm looking forward to the cocktails. Stickybeak 2010-05-26T02:37:29Z Mike W comment-23655 2010-03-22T17:20:11Z 2010-03-22T17:20:11Z I live right around the corner and Im excited! Can't wait to see what they've done to the already beautiful interior. It needed a revamp of the vibe, so hopefully they accomplish that task. Mike W 2010-03-22T17:20:11Z