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Peruvian Brothers Opening New Location Monday, April 20th!! Have a Look Inside

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

GRECO Opens in Union Market Tomorrow (Thurs.) “$1 pitas on opening day for the first 100 guests.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1285 4th Street, NE

Giddy up.

From an email:

“Greco Truly Greek eatery is psyched to share that their second D.C. location will open on Thursday, April 2, in the Union Market District at 1285 4th Street NE, Unit B.

The newest Greco fast casual eatery in the Union Market District occupies a welcoming, bright and airy space of just over 1,777 square feet with seating for up to 20. Greco will be open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

To celebrate the opening of Greco’s new Union Market location, guests can enjoy $1 pitas on opening day for the first 100 guests. Greco also has an app that is available for iOS and Android and is offering $5 off first time orders with the code TRULY GREEK.”

Full press release: (more…)

“Carla Hall Returns to the D.C. Dining Scene with bumblebirds, a Southern Fried Chicken & Cocktail Bar” Grand Opening Saturday, Regular Hours Start Monday

By Prince Of Petworth


Carla Hall, photo by Jonathan Pushnik

Last week we broke the news that bumblebirds would be replacing the Good Stuff Eatery on Capitol Hill.

From a press release:

“bumblebirds, a fast-casual pop-in celebrating Southern fried chicken sandwiches, spirited cocktails, and heartfelt hospitality, will open Monday, March 16, 2026 at 303 Pennsylvania Ave. SE in the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C. A grand opening celebration will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

Celebrity chef, bestselling author, and beloved television personality Carla Hall is partnering with Washington, D.C.-based Sunnyside Restaurant Group, the family-run restaurant company led by The Mendelsohns—Cathy, Harvey, Micheline, and Spike—to share a concept that’s equal parts flavor, fun, and personal history.

A longtime DMV resident, (more…)

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