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The Halal Guys Finally Opening in Union Station Friday!!

Published October 31, 2023 at 12:45PM | Updated November 29, 2023 at 9:37AM

Thanks to David for passing on from the Halal Guys:

“Mark your calendars! On November 3rd at 11AM EST, we will be celebrating our official Grand Opening of The Halal Guys at Union Station with giveaways, prizes, merch, music and more! (more…)

Friday Question of the Day – Favorite (Local) Fast Casual and (National) Fast Food?

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 20, 2023 at 9:05AM

4531 Wisconsin Ave, NW

Let’s split this in two parts – favorite local fast casual and favorite nationwide fast food?

I’m voting Maman Joon (though crisp & juicy next door is pretty delicious too) for local and Taco Bell for national, obviously?

You guys?

#fast casual

Union Station Rising!! Raising Cane’s Signage Up

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 17, 2023 at 12:45PM

Thanks to Matt for sending the new Raising Cane’s signage from near the Amtrak gates on the first floor: (more…)

Mezeh coming to Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 16, 2023 at 8:35AM

333 Pennsylvania Ave, SE

Thanks to Austin for sending: “Mezeh is coming to the old Roland’s space on Capitol Hill.” (more…)

#fast casual

Do you believe in miracles? Booeymonger edition

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 10, 2023 at 10:35AM

Last month we learned that Booeymonger had abruptly closed in Friendship Heights, thus ending their presence in DC. At that time we heard the folks running the adjacent corner store were exploring taking over the sandwich shop. But according the the sign above – looks like Booeymonger is coming back! (more…)

Shouk: “After five years in Union Market District, we’ve reached the difficult decision to close our Union Market location later this month.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 5, 2023 at 1:55PM

From Shouk:

“Dear Shouk Community:

After five years in Union Market District, we’ve reached the difficult decision to close our Union Market location later this month. We’ve loved being part of the fabric of this special neighborhood. And we loved sharing our plant-based creations with you.

Thank you to all the amazing people in this part of town who’ve supported us over the years. You’ve made us a part of your lives, and for that, we’re eternally grateful.

But don’t worry – this is not goodbye. (more…)