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Ethiopian-Mexican Moya, “cross-cultural taqueria”, Opens Today in Shaw near 9:30 Club!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 17, 2025 at 11:00AM

photo by Rey Lopez

Yo!! From a press release:

“Ethiopian-Mexican Moya Opens in Mélange Foods, Inc.

Chef Elias Taddesse debuts his first cross-cultural taqueria experience in Shaw

Where:

Mélange Foods Inc, 2108 8th St. NW

When:

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

What:

Mélange Foods, Inc., one of Shaw’s newest hot spots, is debuting Moya, a taco-filled menu with inspiration from the flavors of Ethiopia. From Michelin-starred chef and Ethiopian native Elias Taddesse, Moya will share space with Doro Soul Food and Mélange DC. (more…)

Alero opening a new location in NoMa!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 19, 2025 at 10:25AM

202 Florida Avenue, NE

Thanks to Debra for sending the photos for Alero’s next location coming to NoMa: “Opposite the Dominos and right by the 202/Burton /MBT entrance.”

The liquor license placard says: (more…)

Ladies and Gentlemen, The Flying Mexican is coming to Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 21, 2025 at 12:15PM

514 8th Street, SE previously home to Tortuga, Tio Javier/Pacifico Cantina/Capitol Video Sales.

Thanks to Paul for sending:

“New signage up at 514 8th St. SE (Barracks Row) for “The Flying Mexican.” (more…)

“Vera Cocina & بار: A Culinary Journey Inspired by Lebanese-Mexican Heritage”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 27, 2025 at 9:55AM

2002 Fenwick Street, NE courtesy Fifth & Main

Vera’s new spring menu comes out on March 27!

“Vera was founded by restaurateurs with diverse backgrounds but a common joy for delivering elevated experiences through food, drinks, and music. (more…)

“SalviMex now open” in Columbia Heights!! Check out their menu

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 26, 2025 at 11:45AM

1424 Park Road, NW

“Dear PoPville,

SalviMex, in the former Mi Cuba Cafe spot on 1424 Park Rd NW, is now open. I went there with my family. The food is high-quality authentic Salvadorean at a very reasonable price. I had sopa de mondonga, came in a giant serving with excellent ingredients.” (more…)

“Taqueria Xochi coming to Navy Yard”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 19, 2025 at 9:55AM

300 Tingey Street, SE

Thanks to Nick for sending:

“Taqueria Xochi Mexican eatery with booze permits in the works; coming to Navy Yard between Nandos and Bluejacket.” (more…)

Miami’s Bodega Taqueria y Tequila opens tomorrow (Friday, January 24) in DC!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 23, 2025 at 11:15AM

“Bodega Taqueria y Tequila will open in Foggy Bottom January 24”

From a press release:

“Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, a unique fast-casual taqueria that has established a reputation in Miami for Mexican street food-inspired fare and high-energy nightlife tucked away in a speakeasy-style lounge, lands in Washington on January 24 with its first DC location, a 3,800-square-foot outpost centrally located in Foggy Bottom. With a reconfigured Airstream slinging authentic and novel Mexican favorites, a secret passage (through an industrial kitchen door!) to a vibrant speakeasy that pulses with late-night DJ sets, expertly crafted cocktails, plus an enviable list of premium tequilas, Bodega will bring just the right vibes to this nightlife-starved neighborhood. (more…)