Goodness. From an email:

Beginning Saturday, April 11th, Desert 5 Spot DC is debuting a brand new brunch service. The new menu leans into the bar’s signature Western spirit–equal parts laid-back and a little unruly–and arrives just in time for spring.

The menu brings that energy to the table with brunch specials like Chicken & Waffles, a Smoked Brisket Breakfast Burrito, and Buttermilk Pancakes. There’s also another addition that feels destined to steal the spotlight: a fully self-serve, build-it-yourself Bloody Mary Bar (more…)



1285 4th Street, NE

Giddy up.

From an email:

“Greco Truly Greek eatery is psyched to share that their second D.C. location will open on Thursday, April 2, in the Union Market District at 1285 4th Street NE, Unit B.

The newest Greco fast casual eatery in the Union Market District occupies a welcoming, bright and airy space of just over 1,777 square feet with seating for up to 20. Greco will be open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

To celebrate the opening of Greco’s new Union Market location, guests can enjoy $1 pitas on opening day for the first 100 guests. Greco also has an app that is available for iOS and Android and is offering $5 off first time orders with the code TRULY GREEK.”

Full press release: (more…)



photo by Joy Asico

From an email:

La Cosecha, a showcase for Latin American businesses in Union Market District, is launching a fresh new phase of culinary excitement with two notable openings from businesses with deep roots in this community. Panamanian coffee roaster Unido, which opened its very first U.S. location at La Cosecha in 2019, is moving into a larger anchor space with a kitchen and bar, while Miguel Guerra’s Donisima Donuts will move into Unido’s former location as a permanent home. (more…)



550 Morse Street, NE

“An Artisan Bakery Serving A Unique Selection Of Fresh Bread” (and more!)

More aces for Union Market this week!

Thanks to Jodi for sending: “French Asian bakery Tous les Jours is coming to 550 Morse Street NE in Union Market, next to Crooked Run Brewery/J&J Pizza. Google Maps just said opening March 26 👀” (more…)


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