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“Panera returning to Dupont”

Published December 22, 2022 at 11:35AM

1528 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Thanks to Andrea for sending: “signs are up that Panera is coming to the former Beefsteak location by the north entrance of the Dupont Circle metro.” (more…)

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McDonald’s closed in Chinatown

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 19, 2022 at 11:35AM | Updated December 21, 2022 at 5:32PM

7th/G Streets NW at Capitol One Arena

Update from Councilmember Brooke Pinto: “Monumental Sports owns this space & decided not to renew McD’s lease. New use should be announced soon. But, it’s important to ensure that our residents & biz in Chinatown feel safe & can operate w/o risk of incident.”

Thanks to Paul for sending Sunday: “McDonald’s in Chinatown is closing. Today (Sunday) is their last day.” (more…)

Dave’s Hot Chicken Now Hiring in Columbia Heights – Should Open Mid-December

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 29, 2022 at 11:35AM

14th and Park Road, NW formerly Z-burger, Nori Sushi and anyone remember Mayorga?

Dave’s Hot Chicken starting hiring folks for their coming Columbia Heights location. I’m told if all goes well they should open December 15th: (more…)

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Nando’s Peri Peri coming to Penn Quarter

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 14, 2022 at 8:35AM

836 F Street, NW

The liquor license placard for Nando’s says:

“New Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 83, Total Occupancy Load of 93, and a Sidewalk Café with 12 Seats.” (more…)

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Signs of the Times

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 2, 2022 at 9:35AM

Thanks to Brandon for sending from the Chipotle in Navy Yard last night:

“They seem to be missing a few fresh ingredients.”

I guess I’ll just have a bowl of beans to go then, damn it!!

Mickey D’s in Woodley Park Temporarily Closed for Renovations

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 26, 2022 at 10:35AM

2616 Connecticut Ave, NW

AA writes: “The McDonald’s in Woodley is very closed. Fencing around the whole store.

After Ace closing, a rough stretch for this block.”

Ed. Note: In a call the store I was told they will be reopening in 2-3 weeks after some renovations are completed.

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“sweetgreen’s First Digital-Only Restaurant” Opens in Mount Vernon Square Tomorrow (Wed.)

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 25, 2022 at 12:45PM

601 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Photos courtesy sweetgreen

From an email:

“sweetgreen is delivering on its commitment to convenience with its digital-only location. The fast-casual brand’s most innovative format to date is set to open in Mount Vernon Square at 601 Massachusetts Ave NW on Wednesday, October 26th. (more…)