Author: Prince Of Petworth

Peek inside DC’s first Springbone Kitchen opening tomorrow (Friday), Another coming early 2026

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Joy Asico-Smith

From a press release:

“Springbone Kitchen, the beloved health-focused fast-casual brand known for its nutrient-dense, real-food offerings, is bringing its signature bone broths, bowls, and homemade-inspired meals to the nation’s capital, opening its first location in Georgetown on December 5, 2025. This marks the brand’s first move outside the New York-New Jersey region. Located at 1426 Wisconsin Avenue NW, the Georgetown location will soon be followed by a second location in Dupont Circle in early 2026, cementing Springbone’s presence in the market. (more…)

That was fast. Rosedale (closing mid-December), to be replaced by Malabar (“modern Indian fare”) in mid-January 2026

By Prince Of Petworth


4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW

From a press release:

“Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group announces the mid-December closing of the year-old restaurant, Rosedale, to be replaced by Malabar in mid-January 2026. Located at 4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 20008, in the Forest Hills neighborhood in the northwest quadrant of the nation’s capital, the incoming restaurant, Malabar, will bring modern Indian fare, with a culinary team led by Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam. The restaurant is named after the Malabar Coast, which is the southwestern region of the Indian subcontinent. For the transformation, the restaurant will undergo a décor refresh with the installation of striking new artwork in the 100-seat dining room. The patio, which seats 30 guests for outdoor dining, weather permitting, will have a more tropical vibe as summer 2026 returns warmer weather to the nation’s capital. Malabar will serve dinner and Sunday brunch and is within easy walking distance of the Van Ness UDC Metro station. (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Diane Krauthamer

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“Room Service Holiday Edition starts this Friday” at the old Motel near Union Market

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Sophie Mac

From an email:

“Room Service: Holiday Edition
December 5–7 & 12–14 • 1345 4th Street NE

Room Service, the popular design showcase in the former motel on 4th St. NE, re-opens for the holidays bigger, brighter and more festive than ever! Spread across two weekends; this edition brings back DC’s designers and creatives with an expanded retail offerings, seasonal pop-ups and plenty of ways to celebrate the season. (more…)

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