2619 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Sam for sending:
“Yours Cafe is open for business in Woodley Park! Serving breakfast/brunch all day with healthy fare and Ethiopian flare. Beans roasted on site. A great addition to the neighborhood.” (more…)
photo by Rey Lopez
Yo!! From a press release:
“Ethiopian-Mexican Moya Opens in Mélange Foods, Inc.
Chef Elias Taddesse debuts his first cross-cultural taqueria experience in Shaw
Where:
Mélange Foods Inc, 2108 8th St. NW
When:
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
What:
Mélange Foods, Inc., one of Shaw’s newest hot spots, is debuting Moya, a taco-filled menu with inspiration from the flavors of Ethiopia. From Michelin-starred chef and Ethiopian native Elias Taddesse, Moya will share space with Doro Soul Food and Mélange DC. (more…)
1128 H Street, NE
Feru Ethiopian Cuisine opened here in early May – check out their menus.
THanks to Wayne for sending photos, the placard for Feru says: (more…)
2108 8th Street, NW previously home to Roy Boys
From a press release:
“Michelin-starred chef Elias Taddesse brings two of his most celebrated culinary ventures under one roof with the debut of Mélange Foods, Inc., opening May 12, 2025 in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
This multi-concept space marks the return of Mélange and Doro Soul Food, with a third concept—Moya, a blend of Ethiopian and Mexican cuisines—set to open later this spring. More than a restaurant, Mélange Foods, Inc. is an incubator for cultural expression through food that reflects Taddesse’s French culinary training, East African heritage, and vision to create a hub where bold flavors, personal storytelling, and community converge. (more…)
Thanks to M. for sending:
“Wanted to update that Letena is applying for alcohol license and I am assuming to have a distillery from Ethiopia from what I gathered for this poster (above).” (more…)
1128 H Street, NE previously home to Naby’s Island (Jamaican), Cusbah (Indian), and most recently Hakuna Matata (East African)
Thanks to D. for sending the Feru Ethiopian restaurant photos and news: “Already open, shockingly!”
A look inside: (more…)
1920 9th Street, NW courtesy Asefu
From a press release:
“Named for iconic Ethiopian singer and songwriter Asefu Alemayehu, Asefu Restaurant & Lounge is making its mark on Washington’s vibrant 9th Street corridor. The recently renovated space blends cultural heritage with modern refinement, offering diners a unique intersection of tradition and contemporary flair. (more…)
1128 H Street, NE previously home to Naby’s Island (Jamaican), Cusbah (Indian), and most recently Hakuna Matata (East African)
Thanks to H Street NE for the heads about Feru Ethiopian Cuisine: (more…)
1362 H Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
I was walking home and saw a new sign on the long vacant Kitsuen Japanese restaurant. We have seen a few vacant properties that have been preparing to open to new merchants along H Street NE with renovations, new store front windows, and a new paint job. In place of Kitsuen, it looks like the name will be EV: Ethiopian on H. (more…)
3906(ish) 14th Street, NW
“Coffee has become a commodity. On every corner is yet another coffee shop, selling yet another sugary flavored something. We want to bring you an authentic experience of how coffee should be enjoyed. At the Rue Cafe on 14th Street, enjoy the elements of the traditional Ethiopian coffee experience. Whether you need a place to grab a quick breakfast or lunch, study or work with free wi-fi, or hang out with friends, the Rue welcomes you!”
Update:
Thanks to Steve for sending the latest from Rue Cafe:
“It looks like a week or two until it’s completely finished!” (more…)