Thanks to Alex and Jessica for sending: “I’d assume the lunch crowd has dwindled dramatically. I really hope they reopen eventually.”
From Pret a Manger:
“Dear Customers:
We have decided to temporarily close our shops in DC through the end of the year (more…)
1915 18th Street, NW
This is the former Pho Anh Dao space which closed back in October.
Thanks to Dave and Paul for sending the updated photos of the Bombay Street Food 3 Express opening in January. (more…)
Thanks to Jehan for sending word:
“I spotted signage for a Halal Guys in the Union Station food court today. It’s next to the Wendy’s and &pizza! The booth is locked up right now, but the sign is up above it.” (more…)
4600 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Thanks to Will for sending the epic news about Roaming Rooster coming to the former Muncheez space in Tenleytown.
Again, the reason why folks are so excited: (more…)
DC USA just west of 14th and Irving Street, NW
Pre-pandemic this was massive news to many. I occasionally get queries asking for the status. I haven’t seen much recently except for this tweet by Michael Neibauer:
“Yum! Brands is accepting bids for the buildout of the Taco Bell Cantina at DCUSA. 1,406sf. Your Mountain Dew Freeze with tequila and Cheesy Gordita Crunch await.”
STAY TUNED.
2815 M Street, NW
Thanks to Charlie for sending:
“Saw the “For Lease” banners on the 2815 M ST., NW LPQ yesterday – I guess that means it’s closed for good!”
Back in late June we noted ‘Likely Local Le Pain Quotidien Closures Based on Bankruptcy Filing’. Anyone spot other LPQ closures around town?
2200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Thanks to Katy for passing on from Burger Tap & Shake:
“Goodbye….for now, burger lovers.
We had hoped we could re-open here in Foggy Bottom sometime this year and see all of you again. Sadly, we find we simply can’t at this time. Hopefully, we’ll see you again in a spiffy new location. Stay safe & healthy!” (more…)
415 7th Street, NW
Thanks to J. for sending:
“They haven’t responded to any outreach yet, but it looks like Merzi in Chinatown/Penn Quarter may be closed for good. Their social media stopped a few months ago. Their Merzi Cares site (which organized a lot of good help for medical professionals in the middle of a pandemic) now 404s. Most tellingly, all their furniture and the usual “fast casual” serving line has all been removed from the floor. (more…)
1667 K Street, NW
Thanks to Ethan for sending: “At peak I think Noodles and co had Cleveland Park, Glover Park, and the two downtown locations! Also noticed silver spring and mosaic district are dead.”
3100 14th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Any idea what’s going on at the Columbia Heights Chick Fil A? It was closed yesterday and again today, but no indication on why…”
Another reader shares: “All the lights are out and no sign on the door. But if you go in the app it says “unforeseen circumstances” and that’s all.”