Just Salad
Just Salad is opening a new location in DC’s East End. The health-conscious fast-casual chain serves salads, market plates, wraps, warm bowls, and smoothies. This will be their second DC location after opening at 19th and M Street in September 2025.
Maman
French-infused bakery cafe chain expanding to McPherson Square location, taking over former Cosi space. Menu includes pastries, quiche, sandwiches, soups, and salads.
Kneads Bakeshop & Cafe
Baltimore-based bakery expanding to DC with a 6,221 square foot space across two stories in Logan Circle. Will offer full-service dining with all-day breakfast, lunch, pastries, artisan breads, coffee, tea, and cocktails. Features outdoor patio and grab-and-go options.
Augie’s Mussel House and Beer Garden
Belgian-inspired restaurant opening third location in Cathedral Heights, DC. Will accommodate up to 140 guests inside with sidewalk cafe for 32 more. Menu features mussels, seafood, burgers, chicken, pasta and other items. Has existing locations in Alexandria, VA and Annapolis, MD.
Wheelhouse
Nautically-themed American restaurant from Georgetown Events Hospitality Group featuring classic comfort food, burgers, sandwiches, soups, and seafood options. Will include patio dining in 4,500 square foot space.
Dayglow Coffee
L.A.-native coffee concept opening first DC location in Georgetown. Known for international brews, unique roasters, and non-alcoholic coffee cocktails. 2,000 square foot storefront with minimalist aesthetic. May also offer Awan vegan ice cream.
South Block
South Block opening its 23rd location in Western Market near George Washington University. Chain specializes in smoothies, acai bowls, and healthy fare. Location holds special significance as founder started his first juice bar at GW 20 years ago.
Dayglow
Los Angeles-based coffee chain opening Georgetown location, will feature large seating area, Nordic-style food, international roasted coffee, and Awan vegan ice cream window
Lagos District Restaurant and Lounge
Restaurant and lounge preparing for soft opening with seating capacity of 60, operating hours 11am-3am daily. Applied for liquor license and promises to bring ‘cocktails, culture, and cuisine’ to DC dining scene.
Dog Haus Biergarten Van Ness
Dog Haus Biergarten opening Monday Feb 17th with grand opening Wednesday Feb 18th. Second DC Metro location featuring craft-casual burgers, brats, and brews with full bar program and sports viewing.