202 Florida Avenue, NW
Thanks to E. for sending the Alero signage from their coming NoMa location.
ICYMI: (more…)
Restaurants
1201 Half Street, SE
Basebowl Ramen & Grill Bar first opened in Navy Yard near Nats Park back in November 2020:
“Basebowl, a full-service ramen and fresh noodle restaurant. Named as a nod to the nearby baseball stadium, Basebowl will occupy 2,393 square feet and serve homemade Chinese and Taiwanese noodles, soup bowls, homemade dumplings with traditional bone broths for lunch, dinner and late night.”
via google
Listed phone number goes immediately to a full voicemail box and is unavailable.
Thanks to M. for sending the sad news:
“Base Bowl on Half st in Navy Yard closed last weekend. (more…)
1211 Good Hope Road, SE
Sad news from Kitchen Savages:
“This wasn’t an easy decision.
Rising rent. Rising taxes. Rising costs across the board.
Kitchen Savages was priced out. (more…)
“Revved up rotisserie & wings from Chef Rob Sonderman (previously of Federalist Pig) COMING SOON!🏎️💨”
Thanks to Brian for sending from the Eat Brgz location on Capital Hill: (more…)
photo by Scott Suchman
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I feel comfortable opining about two foods and two foods only – Pizza and Bagels. And I guess the stars have aligned. Now I’m not gonna lose my mind until I try one but mark me as very optimistic about this development. If the bagels are anywhere as good as the pizza then fellow bagel lovers are in for some very good news indeed.
Bold move launching in Bethesda though…
Andy’s Pizza posted last night:
“We’re making lists and we’re checking them twice! We are officially launching Bagels @ Andy’s at our Bethesda location every dang day from 7am-10:59am. (more…)
501 8th Street, SE previously home to Ophelia’s Fish House and Chesapeake Room
“Coffee to start your day.
Cocktails to complete your evening.
A new place for the community to gather is coming your way December 2025. (more…)
3519 Connecticut Avenue, NW
From a press release:
“Wonder, the mealtime platform satisfying diners’ cravings by making exceptional meals from the nation’s best restaurants and chefs available in a single order, is thrilled to announce the openings of two new DC locations this month: Cleveland Park (3519 Connecticut Ave. NW) on Dec. 11, and Navy Yard (135 N St. SE) later in the month. [Ed. Note: I’m told Navy Yard opening will be Dec. 18, beginning at 4:30 pm.]
Through partnerships with acclaimed chefs and restaurants from across the country, including José Andrés, Bobby Flay, Maydan, and more, Wonder is making incredible, chef-driven food available to all. (more…)
3019 Georgia Ave, NW
“The Best Roti In Washington DC since 1994 !
True Taste Of Trinidad & Tobago !
For over 30 years we have served our customers the most beloved dishes from Trinidad and Tobago! From hearty curries bursting with flavor and spice, to juicy oxtails falling off the bone, to tender, warm, pull-apart roti to wrap it up. Our food is served with pride and passion for our island heritage!”
Check out their menu here.
Teddy’s opened up in the new spot November 15th!! (more…)
3539 Georgia Ave, NW
Yo! How’d I miss this? Southern Style Chicken & Waffle has opened in the former Sangria Bar and Grill space on Georgia at Newton. There’s still grand opening signage at (more…)
From a press release:
“Dutch Darlings Stroopwafels & Sweets will open its first brick-and-mortar shop in early 2026 at 1003 Wisconsin Ave NW in the heart of Georgetown.
Dutch Darlings Stroopwafels & Sweets will serve freshly baked, made-to-order stroopwafels, coffee and espresso drinks, and a curated selection of candy and sweets from the Netherlands and other European countries. The small store will be a cozy, family-friendly space where customers can experience a moment of warmth and sweetness during their day. Dutch Darlings aims to blend the nostalgic aroma of stroopwafels with a modern, playful ambiance that is welcoming and memorable. (more…)