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Update: I was thinking too deeply on this… Trio Restaurant Closing for Good Nov. 2nd?!?!

Published October 21, 2025 at 4:44PM | Updated October 21, 2025 at 6:59PM

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…)

Dos Toros Opens Third DC Location on the Hill Tomorrow (Wed.) – Get Free Stuff!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 21, 2025 at 3:35PM

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…)

BREAKING: After 75 Years Trio’s (and looks like Fox & Hounds) is Closing Soon on 17th Street in Dupont!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 20, 2025 at 5:38PM

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…)

Happy 8th Anniversary to ChiKo – Get some $8 Deliciousness to Celebrate Tomorrow!! (Tues.)

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 20, 2025 at 3:30PM

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…)

Down Goes Chicoba on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 20, 2025 at 10:15AM

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…)

End of an Era: “After 20 years on Barracks Row in Capitol Hill, we’ll be closing The Ugly Mug (2005), Valor Brewpub (2018), and Chupacabra (2021) after service on Sunday, Oct 19.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 19, 2025 at 9:01AM

723 8th Street, SE

“There was a time…early Nats Park. It was Justin’s or here pregame”

Anyone remember riding those little golf cart like shuttles to games. They were THE BEST!

Thanks to Eric for passing on the super sad news from Capitol Hill:

“After 20 years on Barracks Row in Capitol Hill, we’ll be closing The Ugly Mug (2005), Valor Brewpub (2018), and Chupacabra (2021) after service on Sunday, Oct 19. (more…)

The vicissitudes of fast casual pizza ownership cont. &pizza not dead yet – Three Returning Under New Franchise Owner!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 17, 2025 at 11:45AM

photo by Clif Burns

Thanks to Kim for sending: “&pizza- three locations were sold including H Street, U Street and Navy Yard. Navy Yard has since reopened.”

Pizza Marketplace (how am I just learning of this magnificent website) reported back in June:

“Just two months after &pizza announced it was franchising, the brand has its first franchisee, I Will Pizza. I Will Pizza has acquired three of &pizza’s restaurants in Washington, D.C., (more…)