inside 709 D Street, NW photo by by Rachel Paraoan
From a press release:
“Chef and restaurateur Tim Ma brings Lucky Danger to its rightful home in Washington D.C.’s greater Chinatown neighborhood. The full-service restaurant with an adjoining cocktail bar and mahjong parlor will open May 21, 2025 at 709 D. St, NW, Washington, D.C. (more…)
555 13th Street, NW at F Street photos by Noa
This space was previously home to a Paul which abruptly closed back in 2022.
From Compass Coffee:
“Compass Coffee is proud to announce the opening of its 25th cafe, located at 555 13th Street NW, in the heart of downtown DC. Just steps from the Metro Center metro entrance, the new cafe brings Real Good Coffee to one of the busiest, most iconic corners of the city. (more…)
photos courtesy Cafe Fiorello
From Cafe Fiorello:
“Café Fiorello, a cherished New York City institution known for its famed antipasto bar, house-made pastas, and warm hospitality, is proud to announce the opening of its Washington, D.C. location on May 21st. Located just steps from the White House and The U.S. Capitol at 1001 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Café Fiorello will bring a storied legacy to one of the city’s most historic corridors where diners can experience the classic flavors of New York’s Upper West Side. (more…)
511 10th Street, NW
Thanks to D. for sending:
“PLEASE Don’t believe the lies & hate you’ve heard toward the 10th street vendors. We’re actually good family people. We have been here over 25 years. Haters only want you to PAY MORE!”
906 F Street, NW previously home to Amorini Panini and Poki District
Whoa, not sure how I missed this one! Speedy Shack is now open here:
“Serving Sushi, Salads & Snack Packs” (more…)
I am told: “Pubkey Bar and Media House from NYC is taking over Hill Country — the deal is already done.”
Pubkey’s website says: “Vibrant bitcoin communities fostering local and global connections through dynamic spaces, creative media, and engaging experiences.” (more…)
410 7th Street, NW
Hill Country opened here with great fanfare back in 2011. There were strong opinions about their BBQ. Thanks to a tipster for letting me know and I have now confirmed that Hill Country is closing next Friday, March 28th. (more…)
709 D Street, NW
Red Apron/Partisan closed here back in September 2020.
The liquor license placard for Lucky Danger says: (more…)
11th and E Street, NW. photo by Matthew Felling “Farewell, old friend.”
So much for March 6th. [We first reported the coming closure on February 18th.]
Thanks to all who passed on the sad news yesterday:
“When I heard it was closing, (more…)
1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW previously home to Tadich Grill and of course TenPenh
Thanks to J. for sending the Cafe Fiorello update:
“Window maskings are down and the Cafe Fiorello interior is taking shape on 10th and Penn Ave NW. Representative indicates a mid-March opening and they are actively interviewing employees.”
Check out their New York City menus here and stay tuned.