1 Dupont Circle, NW
The liquor license placard for Boogy & Peel, “Good pizza. Good vibes. Good dog.
Coming Spring 2022 to Dupont Circle!”, says:
“The establishment will be a casual restaurant serving unique pizza, small plates, and ice cream. Total Occupancy Load of 30. Sidewalk Café with 40 seats”
via Pepe’s Pizza
From a press release:
“Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana (widely-known as “Pepe’s Pizza”), an iconic Connecticut-based eatery, will open its first DMV location March 21 at Bethesda’s Westfield Montgomery Mall, 7101 Democracy Blvd.
Founded in New Haven by Frank Pepe in 1925, who immigrated to the United States in 1909 at the age of 16, Pepe’s Pizza is the originator of New Haven-style pizza, which is characterized by its signature crispy yet chewy, slightly charred crust.
Inspired by the look and feel of the original New Haven location, Pepe’s Pizza of Bethesda evokes the original’s comfort, familiarity, and tradition. (more…)
1819 7th Street, NW
Earlier this week we posted about Astro Doughnuts closing their pop up in Shaw. A tipster send word that they heard Motown Square Pizza would be coming here. A little digging around confirms it (well confirms they’re coming somewhere in Shaw!)
via IG
Their Instagram says this is their last weekend serving out of Mess Hall in Edgewood. And a link to a GoFundMe says:
“MOTOWN IS MOVING!!!!
Motown fam, we are happy to announce we’re moving locations! We are headed to Shaw, DC. Our last day at our Edgewood location will be March 12th.”
More from the GoFundMe:
“My name is Paulos Belay and I am a native Detroiter, with roots in Ethiopia and Mississippi. (more…)
2465 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Kyle for sending: “Andy’s Pizza is open in admo!! Staff said it’s staying open until at least 2am on weekends, possibly later. So nice to have quality pizza In the neighborhood.”
Ed. Note: On behalf of Duccini’s, how dare you sir? How dare you. (more…)
14th and Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to Paige for sending: “Slice and Pie, at 14th and Florida NW, opened last night! Solid Detroit style slice, and the cocktail bar next door (Lucy) was absolutely charming. The NY Style slices looked solid too.”
Check out the menu here.
Anyone else take an early taste?
From Slice and Pie: (more…)
2465 18th Street, NW
This is the former &pizza spot which opened here back in December 2017. Andy’s Pizza posted their liquor license placard back in December.
Word on the street is that they may open as early as next week. STAY TUNED.
1250 U Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Just drove by and saw paper covering the windows. I know they closed temporarily in December, but this seems more permanent. What’s up?? Could We, The Pizza have taken too much of their business?” (more…)
1730 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to BiBap
Thanks to Conor for sending: “1730 Connecticut avenue they are opening sometime this week but let me try a slice and it was fantastic. Very nice guys and much needed option for the area. They said they will be open late night.”
Ed. Note: Not clear if they are connected with Vapiano.
photos by Jody kent Lavy
Thanks to Jody for sharing: “Enjoyed our pizza with this stunning view last night at All Purpose.” (more…)
3000 K St, NW courtesy Bozzelli’s
From Bozzelli’s:
“We are thrilled to announce that today, January 31, is our soft opening for our second DC location in Georgetown at 3000 K St, NW within the Washington Harbor. We are pleased with the transportive design provided by Grupo 7 architects and Artemis Construction on this project to bring our “Pizza Shop of the Future Experience” to the Georgetown waterfront. Our menu was carefully curated to include an array of plant based offerings. (more…)