1520 14th Street, NW

Last month we learned that Bar Japonais would be coming to the former Estadio space. Here’s the full press release with lots more info:

“The team behind Bar Chinois, including Dean Mosones, Mark Minicucci, and Margaux Donati, announced the upcoming launch of their new izakaya restaurant, Bar Japonais. The anticipated opening is scheduled for early 2024. (more…)



1251 First Street, SE Photo Credit: No Kings Collective

From a press release:

“The Navy Yard neighborhood is about to get a lot tastier with the opening of SEOULSPICE, a fast-casual restaurant specializing in Korean comfort food. Owner Eric Shin is pleased to announce the opening of his seventh SEOULSPICE location on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at 1251 First Street, SE, 20003, in the heart of Navy Yard. Known for healthy Korean comfort food and open daily, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., SEOULSPICE is 100% gluten-free and features rice bowls, gimbap burritos (Korritos), japchae noodle bowls, and salads. The menu features original recipes from the Shin family, highlighting the authentic and vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine.

As a special treat, SEOULSPICE will give away one complimentary entrée bowl to each in-store customer who visits the new Navy Yard location on Tuesday, June 20, between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. (while supplies last). (more…)


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