1780 Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to Duane for sending the latest update about Keren:
“Finally seeing lights on and people working inside Keren 🙏” (more…)
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1529 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
City Sliders closed here back in November 2024. Prior to City Sliders, in my day, the space was home to Zannchi and Yummi Crawfish and Puro Cafe.
The liquor license placard for Cottage House Ethiopian Cuisine says: (more…)
500 New Jersey Ave, NW
Check out their menu here.
“Introducing Warka Coffee House in the heart of Capitol Hill, Washington, DC! Warka Coffee House is more than just a café it’s a space inspired by Ethiopian tradition and community, where coffee brings people together. Named after the iconic Warka tree, a symbol of shelter and connection in Ethiopia, our shop offers a curated selection of single-origin specialty coffees from around the world, with a strong emphasis on direct-sourced Ethiopian beans. Whether you’re a seasoned coffee enthusiast or just looking for a cozy space to relax, Warka Coffee House invites you to sip, connect, and experience coffee in its purest form.”
Thanks to Graham for sending:
“Warka Coffee had its grand opening Wednesday on Capitol Hill. (more…)
4306 Georgia Ave, NW previously home to Safari DC
Thanks to Emma for sending:
“Lalibela has moved from Logan Circle to Petworth! (The waitress confirmed it’s the same business.) Prices are very reasonable and the food is good, I got the meat & veggie sampler and it was $18 and more food than I could finish. (more…)
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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…)
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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…)