1255 First Street, SE

Thanks to a reader for the heads up. I’m sure it’s nothing…

There was a time. There was a time at 14th and U circa 2007, PoPville archives.

And that time is coming back – sorta. Thanks to Michael Neibauer for passing on the wonderful news he reported in WBJ:

“Taco Bell is expected to replace the shuttered D.C. Noodles at 1410-1412 U St. NW, on the ground floor of the Louis at 14th Street apartment building, with a Taco Bell Cantina, according to plans obtained from ConstructConnect.” Read More

1304 4th Street, NE

Thanks to Jodi for sending the latest on the new Sweetgreen coming to Union Market:

“SweetGreen’s Googlemap entry at 1304 4th street NE says Apr 2 opening” Read More

1285 4th Street, NE

Thanks to Jenaye and Jodi for sending word about the new Greco coming “across from La Cosecha!” Read More

14th and Irving Street, NW

Magnificent fast casual news for Columbia Heights. Z Burger is coming back to Columbia Heights!! But that’s not all, they will share the old Ledo pizza space with the absolutely awesome Maman Joon. When you enter Z Burger will be to the right and Mama Joon to the left (sorta like a mini food hall or if anyone remembers the KFC/Taco Bell mashups.)

Stay tuned for an opening date which should be in around 6 weeks or so. Read More

800 22nd Street, NW

DSK asks:

“any word on Beefsteak down foggy bottom metro? I hope we aren’t loosing another vegan restaurant. They have been weirdly closed for over a month now” Read More

From an email:

“Dos Toros Taqueria offers four flavorful burrito options available daily from 7:30 am to 10:30 am.

Rise & Roll Breakfast Menu: Read More

1275 New Jersey Ave, SE

Thanks to Brad for sending from Playa Bowls:

“Playa Bowls Navy Yard
Smoothie & Juice Bar
NJ’s Original Acai Shop Read More

300 7th Street, SW via WMATA

From WMATA:

“A new tenant is coming to the first floor of Metro’s headquarters in L’Enfant Plaza! Potbelly is bringing first floor retail to help activate our neighborhood. The lease also provides additional revenue for Metro.” Read More

Thanks to Sarah for sending the Au Bon Pain update from Union Station: Read More