14th and W Street, NW previously home to Kapnos/G by Mike Isabella

Ed. Note: For a hot second Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar was supposed to come here but then that pesky pandemic hit.

Thanks to Kaitlyn for sending:

“Noticed multiple days last week there were crews doing demo work inside. Nothing posted about what’s to come but hopeful that something will occupy this prime retail.”

Anyone hear any rumors? Stay tuned.



600 Howard Rd SE, Suite 120

Ed. Note: Near the newly opened Atlas Brewery and Tap Room that we took a look at, here.

From a press release:

“Café Cino, a locally-owned boutique café brewing specialty coffee and tea, announced today that it will open its first brick-and-mortar location at the Bridge District. Owned by husband-and-wife duo Ron Collins and Carolina Meurkens, the 1,100-square-foot space will offer full-scale espresso drinks, pastries and smoothies, with plans to provide additional food and beverage offerings and host community-centered events at the Bridge District.

Café Cino began as a pop-up at local plant store, PLNTR, (more…)


That was fast! We just learned about Giordano’s last week.

“Opening where the old mxdx used to be on 14th st (14th & F)”

Their new liquor license placard says:

“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 125 indoors, a Sidewalk Cafe with 24 Seats, and a Total Occupancy Load of 125. Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”

However a peek inside reveals, well, Spring 2026 it is: (more…)


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