3519 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Thanks to Ben and Lisa for sending the new Wonder (Food Hall) signage from Cleveland Park: (more…)
Restaurants
5714 Connecticut Avenue, NW
ICYMI: New Neighborhood Restaurant, Wheelhouse, from owners of Surfside, Millie’s et al coming to Chevy Chase!!
“Wheelhouse will bring to Chevy Chase what Millie’s did for Spring Valley.”
The placard for The Wheelhouse says: (more…)
photo by Rey Lopez
RIP Rappahannock Oyster Bar but this finally takes the sting out a bit!
Check out Cowbell Seafood & Oyster‘s menu here.
From an email:
“Cowbell Seafood & Oyster (Union Market, 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002, 202-204-2559), a new restaurant where tide-to-table seafood meets backcountry character in the heart of Union Market, DC, opens this Thursday, October 23rd. (more…)
1150 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Jenna for sending:
“Looks like the bluestone lane at 1150 Connecticut Ave, NW in Dupont closed.” (more…)
101 V Street, SW. courtesy The Stacks
From a press release:
“The Stacks, Buzzard Point’s newest waterfront neighborhood, announced that Café Unido, the acclaimed Panama-based specialty coffee brand, will open its third Washington, D.C. location. Building on the success of its locations in Shaw and Union Market, Café Unido will bring a café to a 730-square-foot space along The Corso, The Stacks’ pedestrian-only retail promenade. Located on the ground floor of Colette, one of The Stacks’ three residential buildings, the café will also connect to Colette’s expansive lobby, offering guests access to an additional 1,100-square-foot space with ample seating and gathering areas.
Known for sourcing directly from partner farms in Panama’s highlands (more…)
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1537 17th Street, NW photo by Beau Finley
Something is going on here. Yesterday I broke the news that Trio was closing soon in Dupont Circle after 75 years based on an announcement from the General Manager, saying they’d be closing after having one last hurrah November 2nd. Since then WTOP and Washington Business Journal have both since posted the same with no new details. HOWEVER, something is fishy to me. I went to check Trio’s IG to see if they have made an official announcement on their Instagram and this is what comes up for today: (more…)
215 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE previously home to a Firehook
From a press release:
“Dos Toros, the renowned San Francisco-inspired taqueria known for its Mission-style burritos, is excited to announce its third D.C. location—located at 215 Pennsylvania Avenue SE—will open on Wednesday, October 22. Guests can spin the wheel to win free entrées, chips & dips, drinks, $20 gift card, and catering discounts. (more…)
1537 17th Street, NW photo by Clif Burns
Ed. Note: I called Trio’s and they confirm that they will be closing November 2nd. I asked if they will be looking for a new space and was told they don’t know yet.
Whoa this is crazy. Thanks to Courtney for sending Trio’s Last Hurrah – Sunday November 2nd:
“Dear Valued Customers and Neighbors,
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closing of our restaurant after 75 incredible years of serving this community. Unfortunately, we were unable to extend our lease and must close our doors for good. Our last day of service will be November 2. (more…)
From ChiKo:
“Swipe (below) for a look at what will be $8 for our 8th anniversary celebration this Tuesday ➡️➡️➡️
Yep, that’s right — it’s EVERYTHING. Dine-in only, all DMV area locations. Set your reminders now 🚨🥢” (more…)
1125 H Street, NE
Chicoba only opened here in April 2025.
Thanks to G. for sending: “Choong Man Chicken/whatever it was called lately has fallen.” (more…)