1201 Half Street, SE

Thanks to Sean for sending us the photo above from the old Duke’s space in Navy Yard.

Check out the Problem Child Menu here.

From a press release:

“Friday mark(ed) the debut of Problem Child, a new bar focused on being a friendly and welcoming watering hole for neighbors and visitors alike. “Problem Child is the divey, comfortable bar every D.C. neighborhood should have,” says Daniel Kramer, Managing Partner. “This bar is about having fun in a relaxed, chill environment with solid food options.”

Guests will enjoy $4 select beers at all times, (more…)



408 H Street, NE

From a press release:

Tango Pastry by Argentine Chef is opening its doors at 408 H Street Northeast to bring classic, Argentine-style baked goods and comfort food to the H Street Corridor.

Chef Katriel Menendez, from Cordoba, Argentina, brings 22 years of culinary experience and a passion for Argentine cuisine and culture to this venture. Having opened Tango Pastry by Argentine Chef in Alexandria, Virginia in 2022, and Tango Pastry Cafe in Vienna, Virginia in 2023, Chef Katriel is thrilled to bring scratch-made Argentine delicacies to the nation’s capital.

Tango Pastry’s menu includes many Argentine classics, such as: (more…)



2414 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Z Burger/All About Burger

From Joia Burger:

“It’s official. Joia Burger Glover Park opens this Wednesday, April 9, at 5PM‼️ Can’t wait to open our doors to this amazing community — see you all very soon!”

Incidentally, next door: (more…)



4000 Wisconsin Avenue, NW at Upton

Botiwalla — Chai Pani Restaurant Group’s fast-casual concept with four other locations — will also debut in D.C. at Upton Place.

I’m told: “Botiwalla is a celebration of India’s late night street food scene – with its craveworthy chaats and sizzling grilled meats. There’s a good bit of crossover on Chai Pani and Botiwalla menus…we’re hoping to open by the end of the year.” (more…)


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