
via Lou’s Buns
Thanks to Jonathan for letting us know:
“Ooh the old Jamba Juice at L’Enfant Plaza is coming back to life as Lou’s Buns!” (more…)

via Lou’s Buns
Thanks to Jonathan for letting us know:
“Ooh the old Jamba Juice at L’Enfant Plaza is coming back to life as Lou’s Buns!” (more…)

1850 K Street, NW photo by Scott Suchman
Check out their: US Menu here (PDF)
From an email:
“Nuli, a first-of-its-kind, health-forward fast-casual restaurant spotlighting African superfoods and locally sourced produce, announces its official opening and start of full operations, after ending its successful soft opening period. The restaurant, founded by acclaimed Nigerian entrepreneur Ada Osakwe, will begin operating with newly expanded hours on Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays, To celebrate their official opening, the first 100 guests to visit Nuli on Thursday, October 9th will receive a complimentary superfood cold-pressed juice with any purchase. (more…)

1526 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Noa for sending the update on Tile Bar opening on Monday. BUT WAIT:

I assume they sell tile or something like that? hahaha I guess tile is good. Cheers to meeting all your tile needs!
A peek inside before it got covered with paper again: (more…)

9th and P Street, NW
“Cafè Joy
Coffee shop
☕ Café Joy — The Joy of Coffee
✨ Handcrafted coffee • Fresh-baked pastries • Hearty sandwiches” (more…)

1602 U Street, NW
Baby Shank opened on U Street in the old Local 16 space in February 2023.
Baby Shank shared yesterday:
Friends, thank you for all the memories, laughter, and support. This is our last weekend, (more…)

9475 Georgia Avenue
Goodness!!
Thanks to Beth for sending this magical Royal Farms news:
“On Georgia, just south of the Beltway. Their website confirms it, showing a store coming to 9475 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD. I’ll finally get to try their fried chicken.”
STAY TUNED.

5300 Wisconsin Ave, NW
“Coming Soon
Join us for the grand opening of our Friendship Heights store!
We invite you to visit our first store in Washington, D.C.! If you haven’t been to one of our stores before, prepare to be amazed by our incredible selection, all at the lowest prices!”
Wonderful news from Ashlee:
“Total Wine Friendship Heights now has its sign up in the basement of the old Mazza Gallerie.

Not sure of the opening date, but their website has a grand opening coupon that’s valid starting Oct 17. (more…)

1100 15th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Isla, a luxe ode to island ingredients and flavors with a global vibe, and Goodlove, a stylish cocktail lounge rooted in good music and chic design, are set to open in Washington’s buzzing Midtown Center (1100 15th Street NW) this fall. Both Isla and Goodlove bring a distinct culinary and aesthetic point of view to downtown, with an emphasis on live-fire cooking, exquisite seasonal, soulful fare, and lush, transportive design at Isla, and perfectly executed cocktails and sexy, music-driven vibes at Goodlove. (more…)

1850 M Street, NW
Thanks to Aaron for sending: “7th Street Burger coming to 18th and M Street, NW!”
7th Street Burger opened a Georgetown location back in June 2024. Stay tuned for an opening date here.
This is the old Qdoba (and others) space.

2120 P Street, NW
Thanks to Kristina for sending: “New signage up at the old Lemon of India in DuPont! They’ve been working on this build a while.”
From a press release:
“This fall, Syn Dupont Lounge and Bar opens its doors in the heart of Dupont Circle, introducing an innovative gathering place rooted in consistency, comfort and approachable style. Syn Dupont offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where locals feel at home and visitors discover a spot to unwind, dine and connect.
Syn Dupont Lounge and Bar is set to open its 3,479.46-square-foot space in mid-October and is expected to employ about 15 local residents, including managers, bartenders, kitchen staff and servers. (more…)