505 H Street, NW
Thanks to Jon for sending: “Very sad, was our go-to sushi place for many years. Hope they find way back.”
Momiji shares the sad news:
“To our amazing clientele and DC community, we regret to share with everyone that we are planning to close Momiji at the end of the September (9/30). We have lost our lease to the incoming hotel project, and are unable to delay the inevitable.
Thank you for being with us for 17 years. (more…)
10 Ridge Square, NW
From an email:
“WHAT: Chef Michael Mina, the award-winning culinary visionary behind Bourbon Steak, will debut his newest restaurant, Acqua Bistecca. The concept celebrates the convivial spirit of Italian dining with house-made pastas, fresh seafood, chargrilled steaks, and Mina’s signature flair. Guests can expect vibrant crudos, modern takes on Italian classics, and spirited cocktails inspired by Italy’s coastal towns, all set in a space designed to channel the warmth and joy of a dinner party.
WHEN: Opening September 8, 2025 Dinner service begins nightly at 5:00 PM.”
Full press release: (more…)
4819 Bethesda Ave
Bethesda Bagels sharing the great old photo above from yesterday:
“43 years in the bagel game today! From then to now, still going strong. Same love, same bagels, new faces every day. Thanks for being part of the journey!”
Awesome. Now please come back to Dupont Circle!!
1337 H Street, NE
Thanks to G. for sending the “Hill Prince paint job for rebranding” to Hush Harbor.
Hush Harbor’s website says:
“So much of the buzz is about our phone-free rule. But we’re laser-focused on what we’re giving you: (more…)
15th and P Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
It looks like Planta Cocina on 14th and P seems to be closed. I walked by on my way to Whole Foods the other day, noticed it was dark, and thought, oh, maybe it’s the one day they’re closed. Walked by on the way to WF tonight and it was completely dark AGAIN. When I went to make a reservation for next Thursday, the option for Planta Cocina had been removed (but not for Planta Queen). Can you look into this and see what the deal is?”
Another reader sends Planta’s farewell not for PLANTA Cocina P Street: (more…)
3227 Georgia Ave NW
“Bringing the Authentic flavors of Puerto Rico to the Nation’s Capital. – re-opening mid September”
Thanks to Hailey for sending: “Qui qui update! New signage added.”
STAY TUNED for an exact opening date.
1155 Dahlia Street, NW
Thanks to Rumit and Johnny Lee for sending:
“Jinya Ramen Bar @ 1155 Dahlia Street NW (in the Parks at Walter Reed) to close September 14th. (more…)
1345 S Street, NW
Last week we broke that news that some of the folks from Snappy’s plan on opening a 2nd bar in Logan Circle around 14th and S Street, NW. The liquor license went up over the weekend for Franks Wild Years which will be coming next door to the Garden District and underneath Left Door on S Street: (more…)
1065 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Andy’s Pizza soft opened in the former Baker’s Daughter spot on Wisconsin Ave.
Have a peek inside: (more…)
3103 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
Thanks to Terry and Julia for sending the La Dona Cafe update: (more…)