The Flying Mexican
New signage has appeared at the location previously known as Tortuga Caribbean Bar & Grille on Barracks Row, indicating the upcoming arrival of The Flying Mexican, which will offer a menu featuring wings, bar items, and tacos. While details are still emerging, the restaurant is expected to cater to the local community’s interest in casual […]
Cork Cleveland Park
Opening Early Fall 2025 Cork Cleveland Park is excited to open its doors in early fall 2025. This new location will serve as a neighborhood wine bar and market, featuring a cozy street-level wine bar with seating for 20, a mezzanine-level tasting room for wine classes and private events, and outdoor seating for 8. Guests […]
Uchi
Opening late fall 2025 Uchi is a nontraditional Japanese restaurant founded in 2003 by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole. The D.C. location, set to open in late fall 2025, will feature a dining space inspired by the location’s neighboring National Geographic Museum of Exploration, designed by Zebra and Islyn Studio. The menu will include […]
Trader Joe’s
A new Trader Joe’s store will be opening soon in Brookland, Washington, D.C., as part of an initiative to expand the brand with 21 new locations. While the exact opening date has not been set, this store is expected to provide local residents with access to a wide range of groceries and specialty items. Trader […]
Giordano’s
Opening Early 2026 Giordano’s, a well-known deep-dish pizza chain originally from Chicago, is set to open its first location in Washington, D.C. at 600 14th St. NW, near Metro Center. The space has been vacant since late 2023, and Giordano’s plans to open early next year. The company, famous for its deep-dish pizza, has been […]
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Ciel Capitol Hill
Opening April 11, 2025 Ciel Capitol Hill is set to open on April 11, 2025, atop the Washington Marriott Capitol Hill. The venue, a second location for the popular Ciel Social Club originally in Mount Vernon Triangle, promises stunning views of the Capitol dome and aims to replicate its predecessor’s success. The lounge will offer […]
Eatopia Eatery
Eatopia Eatery, an Ethiopian hotspot famed for its authentic dishes in Washington, D.C., is expanding to Arlington, Virginia. The restaurant, praised for its rich flavors and family recipes, aims to introduce its cuisine to a new audience. Owner Surafel Gizachew and his wife, Eden Yimer, manage the restaurant that highlights Ethiopian culinary traditions, featuring shareable […]
Whiskey Bar at DCity Smokehouse
Opening April 18, 2025 A whiskey bar is launching within DCity Smokehouse at its Anacostia location, offering a curated selection of bourbons, whiskeys, and ryes to complement their award-winning smoked meats. Owner Melvin Hines expressed enthusiasm about the opening on April 18, 2025, just in time for summer. Guests can look forward to a special […]