Navy Yard

After 10 Years, OrangeTheory Fitness Permanently Closing at the end of the month in Navy Yard

By Prince Of Petworth

The farewell note from OrangeTheory Fitness Navy Yard (82 I Street, SE):

“10 years. Countless workouts. Thousands of memories. One incredible community. 🧡

We are coming to you with unfortunate news this afternoon. After a decade of sweat, laughter, celebrations, milestones, and showing up for one another, the time has come for us to close our doors for good. Through the past few years, we have been unable to gain the traction needed to make our studio in NAVY YARD financially viable. As a result, we regret to inform you that OTF NAVY YARD will be closing permanently as of OCTOBER 31ST 2026. (more…)

“Is it RIP (permanently) for the Navy Yard splash pool?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

If the taxpayer can find the funds to refurbish the Nats’ stadium, can we assume it is now flush with cash and can afford to fill and maintain the Naval Yard splash pad in 2027? A simple pleasure for a lot of families in DC, that was sadly missing in action in 2026. The Bid did not open it in 2026 (no funds).”

End of an Era: Kruba Thai has Permanently Closed in Navy Yard

By Prince Of Petworth

300 Water St, SE

“Kruba Thai Restaurant Permanently Closed

Thank you to all of our wonderful customers for your support over the years.

It has been our pleasure to serve you, and we truly appreciate every visit and every memory shared with us.

Thank you for being part of the Kruba family.”

Thanks to L. for sending: “Kruba Thai in navy yard bites the dust. I ordered from there as recently as last week I think!!! I had no idea they were closing!” (more…)

RASA: “Thank you, Ballpark. This location has closed.”

By Prince Of Petworth

1247 First Street, SE

Thanks to J. for sending from the Navy Yard RASA:

“For every lunch rush, every regular, every bowl we got to share – thank you. We’ve served our last bowl on this corner, but we’re not going far. Come find us at any of the four RASA locations below.

Mount Vernon Triangle, Mosaic District, Crystal City-National Landing, Rockville Pike.”

Updates when we learn who takes over the space.

“Opening Friday, Croix Brings the Spirit and Flavors of St. Croix to Washington, DC”

By Prince Of Petworth

69 Q Street, SW, photo by Rey Lopez

From a press release:

“Donohoe Hospitality will proudly debut Croix, a Caribbean restaurant and Botanic Bar that brings the full breadth of Caribbean cooking and botanical tradition to Washington, DC, Friday, August 14. Located atop the Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront, Croix will add a unique and elegant dining experience to the city’s rooftop landscape through a menu rooted in Crucian culinary heritage, an immersive botanical cocktail program, and a hospitality experience designed around connection, culture, and discovery.

An homage to the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Croix is not a Caribbean-inspired concept—it is a Caribbean-rooted one. The restaurant’s culinary program draws from generations of Caribbean tradition, celebrating ingredients such as breadfruit, callaloo, sorrel, pigeon peas, cassava, and Scotch bonnet peppers through both classic and contemporary techniques and refined presentation. (more…)

“Kneads Bakeshop & Café coming to Thompson Washington D.C. in Navy Yard”

By Prince Of Petworth

221 Tingey Street, SE

From a press release:

“Kneads, the Baltimore-based artisan bakeshop and café known for its handcrafted pastries, artisan breads, specialty coffee, and elevated all-day dining experience, is expanding its presence in DC with a new location at Thompson Washington D.C. in the vibrant Navy Yard neighborhood.

Kneads has signed a long-term lease to assume operations of the existing restaurant space at Thompson Washington D.C., located at 221 Tingey Street SE, Washington, D.C. The approximately 5,500-square-foot space will feature a signature pastry counter, full-service bar, spacious dining room, dedicated study area for guests to work remotely, and an expansive outdoor patio.

The Navy Yard café will become Kneads’ second Washington, D.C. location, joining its highly anticipated Logan Circle location, which is also slated to open later this year. (more…)

Rev’d Fitness Studio Opens in Navy Yard this Saturday

By Prince Of Petworth

1330 Yards Place, SE

From a press release:

“Rev’d, the brand known for its high-energy, music-driven workouts, will officially open its first Washington, D.C. location on Saturday, August 8. The new studio will be located at 1330 Yards Place SE within the Navy Yard Urby development, marking a major milestone in the brand’s continued expansion.

Rev’d Navy Yard is owned and operated by local entrepreneurs and fitness leaders Kendra Simms, Jessica Taylor, and Ashley Calloway, who bring deep ties to the D.C. community and a shared vision to create an inclusive, high-energy fitness environment. The 3,000+ square foot studio will feature two of Rev’d’s signature modalities: (more…)

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