1110 Vermont Ave, NW

Thanks to LeftyBri for sending:

“the Starbucks at 1110 Vermont Ave NW is permanently closed. Employees were packing up and carting stuff to another location today. The sign says “electrical issues” but one does reference the closure being permanent, and the workers are shuffling product off to other store locations.”

On Friday we noted Woodley Park and Penn Quarter Starbucks closings. Updates when we learn more about this space.

14th and P Street, NW

Earlier this week I started to get multiple sad reader reports:

“I was just at the Dolcezza at 14th and P and heard the Barista say that they are closing that location soon.”

I was really hoping for a false alarm when I didn’t hear back from emails sent. Alas, I placed a call to the Logan location and they confirm that Dolcezza’s last day in Logan Circle will likely be Thursday October 1st. This is terrible, terrible news. Read More

Ed. Note: Last week we also learned that Penn Quarter Starbucks would be permanently closing today.

Starbucks opened here in the old Cafe Paradiso space back in 2018. Thanks to YB for sending the latest from Woodley Park. Last day is today. Read More

406th 8th Street, SE

Thanks to Bry for sending. Dunkin has moved into the old Thai restaurant space down 8th. The larger Dunkin was located at 801 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE. Read More

1440 8th Street, NW courtesy Oyster Oyster

From a press release:

“After COVID delayed its long-anticipated opening, sustainable plant-centric restaurant Oyster Oyster turned to take-out, serving local farm dinners and vegetable-focused fare to-go beginning in August of this year. But the Shaw eatery has two exciting dining experiences launching this weekend: its first foray into on-premise outdoor dining, featuring private pizza, pinball and oyster parties in its funky “Oyster Garage” space; and a daytime coffee shop pop-up with local RĀKO Coffee Roasters.

“2-HOUR PARKING” AT OYSTER GARAGE Read More

7th and E Street, NW photo by Mark Lyon

A few weeks ago Mark reported: “Sadly, I hear that the 7th & E Starbucks (along with many others downtown) will be closing soon.”

He confirms this morning: Read More

1018 Vermont Ave, NW

Just happened to notice these guys on a weekend walkabout but can’t find anything about them online. Were they open before the madness hit? If so anyone take a taste? They’re located on the Vermont Ave just north of K Street in the building also home to Ramen and Pho on the third floor and Thai on the 2nd floor. Read More

1402 Okie Street, NE Photo by John

From a press release:

“Today, chef Matt Baker announces the opening of Baker’s Daughter, his all-day storefront offering prepared foods, coffee, gourmet grocery items, and gifts. Baker’s Daughter is located at 1402 Okie St. NE in Washington, D.C.’s Ivy City neighborhood, right across from Gravitas, the chef’s Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant. Though primarily focused on carryout and delivery, the cozy shop also offers a handful of well-spaced seats and free Wi-Fi to café guests. Read More

1726 20th Street, NW

Thanks to Emily for passing on the good news about Emissary opening their new spot on 20th Street (in the former Filter space.) Read More

1401 Pennsylvania Ave, SE photo by Austin Graff

From an email:

“The first concepts to open this Thursday will be Cameo, our coffee shop, and the Shop Made in DC storelet located next door.

Nazia Khan is NRG’s Director of Coffee, and the woman leading the charge along with Greg Engert, who serves as the company’s Beverage Director. Cameo has been designed to pay respect to the culturally rich and globally minded DC community; it will rotate through a lineup of direct-source coffee and tea from around the world, while prioritizing sustainable, eco-consciousness, and socially responsible choices – from the beverages served, to the compostable packaging and zero waste practices, to the makers with which we partner. Read More