1400 K Street, NW
Thanks to Jake for sending: “Taylor Gourmet Franklin Square closes again. Incomprehensible reasoning on this sign too:
To notify that we will be closing permanently for major bag reasons. (more…)
fast casual
3900 Georgia Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I was excited to return to the shiny new Petworth Wendy’s but I sure won’t be returning. I arrived around 8:00 p.m. Sunday. There were 10 or so people at the counter awaiting their food when I ordered my chicken sandwich at the kiosk. About 10 minutes later, (more…)
1247 First Street, SE
Thanks to J. for sending from the Navy Yard RASA:
“For every lunch rush, every regular, every bowl we got to share – thank you. We’ve served our last bowl on this corner, but we’re not going far. Come find us at any of the four RASA locations below.
Mount Vernon Triangle, Mosaic District, Crystal City-National Landing, Rockville Pike.”
Updates when we learn who takes over the space.
1400 Irving Street, NW
Thanks to Ron for sending: “They’ve both been dark for a week or so. That with Lou’s still being closed and iHop closing is making it a sad stretch of Irving street.” (more…)
3287 1/2 M Street, NW
“At Flavor Hive, we create small-batch, unique food products using locally-sourced, high-quality ingredients. Join us and elevate your meals with flavors you won’t forget”
“Georgetown, DC location is opening this Thursday, Aug. 27th at 11am. 3287 M St NW, Washington, DC” (more…)
From a press release:
“This fall, Chick-fil-A® is bringing fans a limited-time lineup that delivers classic flavors in an entirely new way. Beginning August 24, Guests nationwide can enjoy the new Chicken & Waffles Sandwiches – available as breakfast and entrée offerings to satisfy all-day cravings. The sandwiches will debut alongside two new seasonal treats, the S’mores Milkshake and S’mores Frosted Coffee. Together, the seasonal menu items continue Chick-fil-A’s yearlong “Newstalgia”-inspired celebration, offering a delicious twist on familiar favorites.
Breakfast is Served: Morning, Noon and Night (more…)
2100 L Street, NW
Thanks to Amy for sending The Best Sandwich Place update yesterday:
“Not sure when they opened at 2100 L Street NW but went today for the first time. They had a LOT of staff but the ordering process felt a little disjointed – I was not sure who to go to of the four people behind the counter but everything came together quickly. My sandwich was pricey, but absolutely delicious. Happy to have them in the neighborhood as a break from West Wing Cafe.” (more…)
3226 11th Street, NW previously home to Johnny’s All American and the legendary Bad Saint before them and the LEGENDARY Jeans N Things before them.
Yesterday we shared some sad closing news posts so I’ve been looking forward to sharing this awesome news with everyone. Get ready for MAJOR YUM hoping to open late Fall!! And more specifically get ready for “Chung’s Chicken”!
Major Yum is coming from Chef Scott Chung of Bun’d Up, Sparrow Room, and Rice Crook. He has stepped away from those projects and will be working 100% on Major Yum.
Here’s a bit more about what to expect from Major Yum: (more…)
3900 Georgia Ave, NW
ICYMI: This Wendy’s Re, I guess, soft opened on June 27, 2026 after having been closed since August 27, 2024.
Thanks to T. for sending: “Word is the first 200 customers win Wendy’s for life (for a year?) but that is not confirmed.”
Anyone else hear about giveaways?
STAY TUNED.
2317 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Sprig and Sprout, which closed here in July 2025 after 13 years in Glover Park.
“Shah’s Halal Food
GET YOUR HALAL FIX! The freshest, biggest platters and best White Sauce in the game! 200+ locations worldwide.”
Thanks to Nicole for sending: “Halal place signage up glover park.” (more…)