
2427 18th Street, NW
Mixxed Food & Drinks is coming to the former Black Squirrel/Seasons & Sessions building. (more…)

2427 18th Street, NW
Mixxed Food & Drinks is coming to the former Black Squirrel/Seasons & Sessions building. (more…)

3226 11th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Wanted to let you know that Johnny’s All American on 11th Street is open. Along with Buddy’s, Johnny’s is another great addition to a great block. Of course we miss Bad Saint, but as with Room 11 / Buddy’s, if something great had to go, at least something great backfilled it. They expanded into the former Willow (etc.) space, (more…)

1287 4th Street, NE
Thanks to Austin for sending. The liquor license placard for Minetta Tavern DC says:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 211, and Total Occupancy Load of 243, and a Sidewalk Café with 20 seats and total occupancy 30. (more…)

1726 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to A. for sending: “there’s movement at the old Maddy’s and Northside Tavern spot on Connecticut. Window advertises “The Golden Age.”
Stay tuned.

1201 Half Street, SE courtesy The Bullpen
Good news for Bullpen fans:
“As much as we love to stir the pot, we couldn’t leave you hanging for too long.
We’re ready to get rowdy with you. Cheers to another season of the Bullpen. (more…)

201 Massachusetts Ave, NE via Union Pub
From the press release:
“Long-time Capitol Hill bar owners and friends, Matthew Weiss & James Silk, are teaming up to bring back a favorite Capitol Hill haunt that didn’t survive the pandemic. Capitol Lounge (co-owned by Silk), the beloved House-side watering hole that permanently closed its doors in fall 2020 after a 26-year run, will return for one day to take over the space of its decades-long Senate-side friendly rival, Union Pub (owned by Weiss). The event will take place all day (11am-2:30am) on Saturday, April 1 and will feature trinkets, posters, and popular food and drink specials from the bar known for its “No Politics, No Miller Lite” motto. As such, Miller Lite will not be on the menu. (more…)

From an email:
“I’m thrilled to inform you that I have partnered with some of the best rising stars in DC to debut “Trouble Bird” in the Navy Yard. Trouble Bird is a new cocktail bar that will debut at 5pm on Tuesday, February 28th.”
Check out the menus and the full release: (more…)

319 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE previously home to Stanton and Greene, and before that the longtime home to Pour House.
Thanks to ps for sending: “Looks like Zoca on Capitol Hill is history. That was fast! Replacement looks like a hastily thrown together generic oyster and seafood place.”
Coastline Oyster Company’s website says:
“Grand Opening on March 1st, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Coastline Oyster Company is the newest Restaurant Concept by Chef-owner Danio Somoza and Partner Donna Serafini. Coastline Oyster Company is a raw bar, seafood house, and sports bar with a fantastic menu, live music, and a fun bar. Enjoy the games on many TVs and game time specials. We are ready for all sports fans! (more…)

8113 Georgia Ave rendering courtesy Citizens & Culture
From a press release:
“This Spring 2023, Kaldi’s Social House founder Tsega Haile will open Citizens & Culture – a 15,000 square feet, multi-level fine dining and live DJ and band performance venue located on the border of downtown Silver Spring and Washington, DC. (more…)

From Bunker:
“Thursday February 23rd ElectroPOP Thursdays with DJ Steve Sidewalk – 7-9PM Happy Hour No Cover, $10 Cash Only Cover after 9PM (more…)