1250 H Street, NE
Sad news over the weekend from Paolo Dungca:
“After much reflection, my partners and I have made the decision to lovingly close this chapter of our journey together at Hiraya and Kayu. As we each explore new directions, we find ourselves called toward different visions. What we built together is something I will always deeply cherish — a space rooted in storytelling, cultural pride, and soulful Filipino hospitality. (more…)
651 Florida Ave NW at Georgia Ave/7th
Thanks to Thom for passing on Halfsmoke’s closing note:
“To our beloved HalfSmoke Family,
Our journey started on October 14, 2016, with the opening of our first restaurant in Shaw. Now our lease contract has come to an end. As such, our last day of service in Shaw will be Tuesday, May 27th.
Since opening in 2016, (more…)
Whoa, thanks to Jason for sending:
“The food court Chipotle @ Union Station closed within the past week or so. The one upstairs next to Potbelly’s is still open.”
Is there anything worthwhile in the lower level food court these days? Man, there was a time…
3307 14th Street NW
Thanks to Derrick for sharing the closing note: (more…)
300 Neal Place, NE
Thanks to Jodi for sending above: “Abunai officially opened yesterday! Poke bowls, salads, Hawaiian snacks and hand rolls!”
Regarding Poki DC we’ll have to see if the closure for renovations is only temporary or “temporary”: (more…)
2318 18th Street NW upstairs
Whoa, Insomnia Cookies has abruptly closed in Adams Morgan.
Insomnia Cookies opened up here at 2318 18th Street, NW back in late 2016. (more…)
2130 P Street, NW
Thanks to Luke and Van for sending: “Metro Supermarket, the little big grocery store, that’s been discreetly holding it down on that drag of P street between Dupont Circle and 22nd street for many years, is closing. (more…)
1917 18th Street, NW
Thanks to JP for sending the conclusion of the souvlaki saga in Dupont.
Updates when we learn who takes over the space.
611 H Street, NW photo by Nils Huenerfuerst
Save Chinatown Solidarity Network DC shared the sad news about Jackey Cafe back in late March:
“Jackey Cafe (611 H St. NW) is closing on April 4 — let’s show them some love! Facing rising rents and food costs, Jackey Cafe has made the difficult decision to shutter their doors after *40 years* of serving DC Chinatown.”
And Tony writes “Tony Cheng’s all closed up still.” (more…)
420 K Street, NW
Big news from A Baked Joint:
“After 10 incredible years in our current space, we’re excited to share that A Baked Joint is moving next door! Starting this September, we’ll be operating out of our sibling space, la Betty.
This new chapter will bring a refreshed and reimagined A Baked Joint — still (more…)