A rather confusing post from bumblebirds (303 Pennsylvania Ave, SE) yesterday (thanks to all who passed it on to us):
“Drop in to the pop in because it was never meant to last forever (and you really don’t want to miss it!).
Update: The pop up was scheduled to go thru June so don’t panic we are still open and we can’t wait to see you. Don’t miss your chance to come in!”
I emailed bumblebirds PR for some clarification and was told: (more…)
Check out their menu here.
From a press release:
“Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is continuing its rapid rise from breakout regional favorite to national fast casual contender with the announcement of its first Washington, D.C. franchise deal; further accelerating the brand’s East Coast expansion strategy. The new franchise entity, BIG DMV, is operated by a group of successful restaurant operators based in the Washington, D.C. market and will lead the development and operation of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks throughout the region. The deal marks another major milestone under the leadership of Chief Operating Officer Shawna Snyder, whose focused and disciplined growth strategy continues driving the brand into key markets nationwide.
The latest expansion marks another step in Big Dave’s accelerating national rise, (more…)
1150 First Street, NE
Thanks to Kevin for sending from Panera: (more…)
3900 Georgia Ave, NW
DEVELOPING…
Thanks to Theresa for sending the update from the Wendy’s coming back to Petworth:
“The Wendy’s barriers are down, the signs are lit and hopeful drivers roll through but nobody’s home.”
MORE photos:
STAY TUNED.
900 block of W Street, NW just off Florida Ave
Thanks to Joy for sending the Chipotle coming soon signage: “A chipotle is opening up next to Unido in Shaw.”
Scuttlebutt confirmed! Stay tuned for an opening date.
3720 Georgia Avenue, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Subway won’t let you sit and eat anymore. Talk about hostile: (more…)
3900 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to Theresa for sending the latest from the Wendy’s coming back to Petworth: (more…)
900 block of W Street, NW just off Florida Ave
“Dear PoPville,
There’s construction happening at 900 W — next to Unido, across from the Whole Foods — with a lot of exhausts being built in. I believe it’s a Chipotle! (more…)
660 North Capitol Street, NW
From a press release:
“Peruvian Brothers, the Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual concept founded by brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone, is set to open its third
brick-and-mortar location at 660 North Capitol Street NW. The new restaurant, opening to the public on Monday, April 20, marks a significant milestone for the immigrant-founded brand and its continued growth across the DMV region. Opening day will feature a full day of programming celebrating Peruvian culture, free alfajores, and complimentary bottles of the popular Peruvian Brothers Rocoto Hot Sauce for the first 100 customers. (more…)
14th and Irving Street, NW
I have been getting a few messages from folks worried about the Maman Joon/Z Burger combo in Columbia Heights (opened there in 2024.)
I’m happy to say they were still open when I walked by on Saturday so fingers crossed!
Concerns are understandable given (more…)