515 8th Street, SE
Thanks to John for sending from “the old Medium Rare space. Looks like “Bodegon”” (more…)
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2623 Connecticut Ave, NW Photo by Katie Brown
Thanks to Katie for the update that “Bistro Bites in Woodley Park is now open!” (more…)
1426 L Street, NW
Ed. Note: This space was previously home to XO Restaurant and Lounge (and many others.)
The liquor license placard for Vortex says:
“The Establishment will be a Tavern serving American Tapas and fusion foods. Seating Capacity of 200 and a Total Occupancy Load of 300. The licensee is also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement with Dancing and Cover Charge to provide live entertainment.” (more…)
3500 Connecticut Avenue, NW
[A piece of my heart shall always remain with Yanni’s but this is very very good news for the neighborhood!]
From a press release:
“Property developer and investor Grosvenor Americas has announced a 10-year lease extension with Medium Rare at the popular steakhouse’s flagship location, 3500 Connecticut Avenue, NW. Washington, D.C. (more…)
1210 Half Street, SE
Thanks to Nolan for sending: “&Pizza is opening up a location in Navy Yard. Located next to Buffalo Wild Wings on Half Street, across from the Bullpen. Same street that leads into Nats Park”
This is the former location of , updates when we learn and &pizza opening date.
300 Florida Ave, NW
From ANXO:
“We’re heartbroken to reveal that a 15-month struggle to find common ground with our landlord will end with us closing our flagship restaurant at 300 Florida Ave NW on Sunday, July 18th, which is the week of our five year anniversary. While this has been a difficult decision we’re confident that it’s the best long-term decision for our business and our family of team members. Please come visit us in Truxton Circle before we close and stay tuned for anniversary celebration events during our final week of service. (more…)
3276 M Street, NW via the Georgetown BID
From the Georgetown BID:
“We’re interpreting “mega Italian concept” as “you’ll be going one to two pant sizes up.” Stephen Starr announced Tuesday that he’s opening his own Italian restaurant and market in the former Dean & DeLuca space at 3276 M St NW. Starr, of Le Diplomate and St. Anselm fame, (more…)
1908 14th Street, NW
Thanks to LT for sending: “it looks like, after over 2 years of prep, Lupo Pizzeria on 14th Street may finally be opening! it should be fully opening next week.” (more…)
200 block of Massachusetts Avenue, NW
It’s been a minute since we checked in on Capitol Crossing and my goodness a lot has changed. We’ve come a long way from the animal sculptures and Eataly rumors.
Restaurants coming are Love, Makoto, The Ardent, Tatte Bakery & Cafe, and Bar Spero: (more…)
21st and P Street, NW
Thanks to Eric for sending: “it looks like fast casual Mediterranean spot, DC Café, closed a couple weeks ago and a new tenant has already been announced. Replacing it will be Mediterranean fast casual concept Café Istanbul, which claims sisters restaurants in Miami and Istanbul.” (more…)