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“FarmBird permanently closed all of its locations”

By Prince Of Petworth


625 H Street, NE

Ed. Note: Farmbird opened on H Street in 2017. They opened in Penn Quarter in January 2021 and had plans to open in Navy Yard this year.

Readers have been reporting since Tuesday: “Farmbird on H and Penn Quarter are both inexplicable closed today. Thought it was odd.”

“Farmbird on H St. suddenly closed today and moving out their stoves and fridges. The guy in charge had no idea why and told me they were leaving indefinitely. They always had customers even during the height of the pandemic.” (more…)

Kabul Castle Kabob coming to Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to EJ for sending: “It’s looks like Kabul Castle Kabob is currently being built out on 28th Street NW near the intersection of M Street NW, directly across from George’s King of Falafel. Not much other information other than the banner.”

Stay tuned for more.

More Bad Breakfast News for Dupont – Philz Coffee reportedly closing April 30th

By Prince Of Petworth


1350 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Thanks to Ishaba and others who send word that the Philz in Dupont is closing on Apr 30th. One reader wrote:

“Philz in Dupont says they’re closing at the end of the month. DM’d them on Instagram and they said it was “purely a financial decision.” Wonder what the deal is since it’s always pretty packed and popular.”

Philz opened here to much excitement back in 2018. Prior to them this was the home to a Cosi that closed back in 2014. Updates when we learn more.

In Other Chicken News – Fort Totten Chick-Fil-A Now Open

By Prince Of Petworth


220 Riggs Road, NE

Thanks to Natalie for sending: “The Chick-Fil-A (on the former Taco Bell/KFC lot) is now open in Fort Totten NE. Business looks brisk. Unsurprisingly, there’s now a bottleneck with cars trying to make a U-turn on 3rd to get over to the restaurant, as well as another bottleneck trying to turn from 3rd into the parking lot (despite the double drive-through lines).” (more…)

Wagamama, yes that Wagamama, allegedly coming to Clarendon this Summer

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: The saga of a Wagamama coming to Penn Quarter was one of hope, tears, anguish, hope and ultimately tears. Bring back Olson’s some shout! Some of us are old. Some of us have no idea what we’re talking about. This is all true. And so chapter twelve begins…

From a press release:

“Leading international restaurant brand Wagamama will expand its U.S. presence with a Summer 2022 opening in Arlington’s Clarendon neighborhood. The 5,100 square foot restaurant, located at 2950 Clarendon Boulevard, will be the company’s first location in the Washington, D.C. region and will serve an array of fresh, cooked-to-order Asian-inspired bowls, curries, and creative craft cocktails during lunch and dinner services.

Wagamama first opened in London in 1992 and quickly hooked diners on its “bowl to soul” dining philosophy, which has spurred the company’s continuous expansion to over 200 locations in 27 countries. (more…)

“Bindaas Bowls & Rolls Opens in Penn Quarter on April 7”

By Prince Of Petworth


415 7th Street, NW previously home to Merzi

From a press release:

“Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the new Bindaas Bowls & Rolls, carryout concept will open Thursday, April 7, 2022, at 415 7th Street, NW. This 35-seat “to-go” focused sister restaurant will have popular dishes found at the original Bindaas location in Cleveland Park at 3309 Connecticut Avenue, 20008, and the downtown oasis at The Shops at 2000 PENN, 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, 20006, along with dishes exclusive to this grab and go location. Diners at the new Penn Quarter eatery can anticipate classic bowls and can build their own customized meal with favorite ingredients. The first 100 people who visit the restaurant, during opening week, will have their check proceeds from the meal they order at Bindaas Bowls & Rolls go to helping José Andrés’ valiant efforts with World Central Kitchen. (more…)

“I’m ready for a milkshake!”

By Prince Of Petworth


South Dakota and Delafield St NE

“Dear PoPville,

There has been a sign for Z Burger at the convenience store (formerly Four Seasons, now DC Supermart) at South Dakota and Delafield St NE for months – maybe a year?? When I was there last night, I asked about it and the owner said it will open by the end of this month. (more…)

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