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“Colada Shop Founders to Open New Bar and Cafe in Union Market District’s La Cosecha Latin Market”

By Prince Of Petworth


1270 4th Street NE. Rendering courtesy EDENS

From a press release:

“La Cosecha​, EDENS’ upcoming contemporary Latin market in the Union Market District, is thrilled to welcome three more culinary partners ahead of its grand opening this fall.


Serenata and Zumo founders Juan Coronado and Daniella Senior Photo: Rey Lopez

Local culinary star and entrepreneur ​Daniella Senior​, known for her uber-popular ​Colada Shop​, and her partner, renowned mixologist Juan Coronado, are among the second wave of partners being revealed as new additions to the La Cosecha landscape.

The highly anticipated Latin market will soft open this summer at 1270 4t​ h​ Street NE, followed by a grand opening this fall featuring over a dozen businesses housed within more than 20,000 square feet of culinary, retail, entertainment and community space. The newly announced partners set to join the roster at the market are: (more…)

Stellina Pizzeria Opens in NoMa Tuesday (April 2) All the details

By Prince Of Petworth


Inside 399 Morse Street, SE. Photo by Meaghan Webster

From a press release:

“D.C.-based restaurateur Antonio Matarazzo and chef Matteo Venini announce an April 2 opening of their upscale fast-casual pizza and street food concept, Stellina Pizzeria, in the growing Union Market District. The duo most recently worked together as managing partner and executive chef, respectively, of the city’s popular high-end Italian restaurants Lupo Verde, Lupo Verde Osteria and Lupo Marino. Their new venture – occupying a 2,000-square-foot, 88-seat footprint at 399 Morse Street NE – brings a contemporary spirit to the classic pizza counter, and taps into a new niche of fine-casual Italian dining. Meaning “little star” in Italian, Stellina has a logo of five circles representing the five points of a star, each signifying a different element of the dining experience: Italy, pizza, style, food and love. (more…)

“a simple menu of chicken wings, waffle fries, a Philly cheesesteak, and spicy mushroom sandwich”

By Prince Of Petworth

This sounds awesome – anyone else take a taste yet? Is it that good? Check out some of their menu here.

Shaw’s La Jambe opening a 2nd location in Union Market!!

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy La Jambe

From La Jambe, 1550 7th Street, NW, (in response to an email query):

“We are indeed opening our 2nd location of La Jambe over in Union Market, and we’re thrilled to be a part of all the exciting things happening there. What can folks expect? We’re bringing over the same unpretentious approach to our curated selections of wine, cheese, and charcuterie – as well as a few small plates. What’s new is that, along with about 13 bar seats, we’re also going to have a take-out counter for our cheese, charcuterie, and sandwiches, deli counter style. (more…)

The Village Cafe Grand Opening in “Union Market District” October 23rd

By Prince Of Petworth


The Village Cafe owners Kevon King, left, Ryan Williams and Mahammad Mangum. Photo credit: The Village Cafe.

From a press release:

“The Union Market District continues its commitment to nurturing burgeoning local businesses with the arrival of The Village Cafe (1272 5th Street NE), slated for a soft opening on October 9, followed by a grand opening on October 23.

When founders and Washington natives Kevon King, Mahammad Mangum and Ryan Williams met as kids, they bonded at Woodrow Wilson High School, where they pursued their passions in the business, creative and culinary fields, respectively.

Recognizing that cafés are the ultimate social gathering place, the trio embarked upon opening their own establishment that would not only bring quality food and drink to underserved communities, but that would also uplift the “village” that make those communities tick. (more…)

Union Oyster Bar & Lounge coming to 5th and Morse near Union Market

By Prince Of Petworth


The proper photo by PoPville reader Rosette – thanks and sorry about the earlier mess up!

The liquor license placard for Union Oyster Bar & Lounge says:

“A New Class “C” oyster and seafood restaurant and lounge. The restaurant will have 80 indoor seats, and a Total Occupancy Load of 319. Licensee is requesting a 15 seat Summer Garden, and a 24 seat Sidewalk Café. The Licensee is also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to include Live Entertainment and Dancing inside the premises only.”

Their Facebook page says: (more…)

All Things Go Fall Classic Returns to Union Market

The All Things Go Fall Classic returns to Union Market on October 6 & 7.

The two-day music and food festival will bring some of today’s most exciting and emerging artists to Washington, DC.

Saturday, October 6 features an all-female lineup, curated by Maggie Rogers and MSMR’s Lizzy Plapinger. The roster is helmed by Maggie and Billie Eilish and includes emerging talents like Jessie Reyez, Ravyn Lenae and more. The day will also highlight female-owned businesses and artists in the DC area.

Sunday, October 7 will welcome pop powerhouses BØRNS, Carly Rae Jepsen and Betty Who back to DC as well as up-and-comers The Aces, Two Feet, Cautious Clay and more.

Early bird tickets for the Fall Classic are on sale now. Payment plans for tickets start as low as $17 down. Get yours before the price goes up!

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