
701 Monroe Street, NE
Thanks to Nils for sending the latest from the Trader Joe’s coming to Brookland/Edgewood: (more…)

701 Monroe Street, NE
Thanks to Nils for sending the latest from the Trader Joe’s coming to Brookland/Edgewood: (more…)

3235 M Street, NW
From an email:
“Google is opening its first retail store in the region at 3235 M Street NW later this year.
The tech giant signed a 10-year lease for the 7,000-square-foot space with EastBanc, the majority landlord for Georgetown’s retail properties. EastBanc continues to be a catalyst for Georgetown, bringing in a mix of luxury, tech, fashion and in-demand brands from around the world to DC.”
Full press release: (more…)

3345 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Analya for sending the great news about Fraiche at Tívoli: “I was happy to notice a new restaurant coming to the old Creole space on 14th street.”
Fraiche’s website says:
“Fraiche (French for Fresh) is a fresh take on culinary fusion with inspiration from multiple cultures (including French, Cajun/Southern American, and Caribbean). This is also a fresh take on the historic architecture of the venue, which was once a theater. Fraiche is designed to be a non-pretentious culinary destination with a nod to upscale dining without the stuffiness. The menu is constructed in a way that takes approachable and recognizable food and elevates it, with no flavor left behind! (more…)

601 K Street, NW
Thanks to Michael for sending:
“New signs up for H&H Bagels at AC Hotel in Mt. Vernon Triangle — right near Pearl’s Bagels…”
So let’s take this opportunity to revisit our quest for the best – BAGELS.
Where do you get your favorite fix these days?

1400 Irving Street, NW
Thanks to Catherine for the update on Sabeh Cafe & Pastries:
“Sabeh Coffee is open with basically the same menu as Tynan (just new names) as well as mostly the same lovely amazing crew. (more…)

5507 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Melissa for sending: “Looks like a new thai place is coming to the old Blue 44 space at 5507 Connecticut Ave just south of Chevy Chase Circle.” (more…)

1700 K Street, NW
“Barbouzard
The spirit of the Mediterranean & the French Riviera in the heart of Downtown D.C., helmed by renowned chef Cedric Maupillier. Opening Spring 2025.”
Thanks to Jim for sending the update at the old Kellari Taverna space: “You can read about the size of the restaurant/summer garden in the middle section of the permit. An ambitious undertaking in the middle of the upheaval downtown.” (more…)

2606 Connecticut Ave, NW
Yesterday we shared the news that the new grocery store, Capitol Grocer, had soft opened, despite the snow, in Woodley Park. Thanks to Shawn for sending the latest a few storefronts down:
“Via Roma in Woodley Park looks like it’s close to opening!”
Back in August we learned that Via Roma Pizzeria was coming to the former District Kitchen space in Woodley Park. Via Roma was previously located in Camp Springs, MD.
A peek in the window: (more…)

14th and U Street, NW previously home to DC Noodles
Thanks to Michael and David for sending the mighty good news (for many, for some, for a few):
“Taco Bell Cantina at 14th and U is open! (more…)