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Alfreda (Pizza) Grand Opening Today in Dupont!

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by John Rorapaugh for LeadingDC

Hours:

Tue – Thu: 4pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 4pm – 10pm
Sun: 4pm – 9:30pm

From a press release:

“Renowned chef Russell Blue Smith is gearing up to introduce Dupont Circle to an approachable culinary haven with the opening of Alfreda, a heartfelt tribute to his late grandmother, the matriarch of his family. With this latest project, Chef Russell hopes to create a one-of-a-kind pizza experience dedicated to quality ingredients while fostering connections with local producers, guests, and staff.

In the heart of Dupont Circle, Alfreda will offer an inviting ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating for 60 and 30 patrons, respectively. (more…)

“Nativo, a Third-Wave Coffee Shop, Opens Today at The Square” Check Out The Menu

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Vina Sananikone

From a press release:

“What: Nativo at The Square, 1850 K St NW, Washington, DC
Grand Opening: Monday, March 24, 2024

Nativo, a third-wave coffee shop from two coffee-industry players, is the newest concept to open in The Square. The stall, positioned to welcome guests at the 18th and I Streets NW entrance, brings a full range of coffee and espresso drinks and a menu reflecting the homelands of owners Victor Nazar Navarro and Nakita Reid.

Coffee: (more…)

“French Bulldog ‘Recardito’ Missing After Vehicle Theft in Northwest”

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District is asking for the community’s assistance to find a French Bulldog that went missing after the vehicle he was inside was stolen in Northwest.

On Sunday, March 24, 2024, at 3:01 a.m., the victim parked their car in the 1900 block of 14th Street, Northwest. When the victim returned, they discovered their vehicle had been taken. The victim’s 4-year-old French Bulldog named Recardito was inside the vehicle. (more…)

“Sospeso on H Street to Close Permanently on April 7”

By Prince Of Petworth


1344 H Street, NE

Thanks to Adam and other readers for sending from sad Sospeso closing news:

“I just learned this afternoon that one of my absolute favorite places on H Street NE — Sospeso — will close for good on April 7th. It was my third place, and I’m very sad that this great family-owned restaurant has joined the rash of closings on H Street.”

Sospeso writes: (more…)

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