Taco Cat
Opening Early spring Vet D.C. restaurateur Tim Ma debuts an adorable, all-day taco shop inside Western Market food hall. Taco Cat’s unapologetically fun menu loops in lots of global flavors into tacos, burritos, and tortas. Along with classic breakfast tacos, the morning menu also includes the levanta muertos (‘wake the dead’) ceviche packed with shrimp, […]
Maison Bar a Vins
Opening Late spring Adams Morgan’s polished new wine bar comes courtesy of the Popal Group, the critically acclaimed team behind Pascual, Lutece, and Lapis. Maison Bar a Vins is led by executive chef Matt Conroy (a current James Beard Best Chef Mid-Atlantic semifinalist) and chef de cuisine Jason Chavenson, whose Michelin-starred resume includes stints at […]
Bar Betsie
Opening Mid-March Industry vets and buds Jean Paul (J.P.) Sabatier, Drew Porterfield, and Ralph Brabham, the team behind Logan Circle’s pint-sized drinking den Jane Jane, add a second venture across town. Like Jane Jane, which has quickly risen as one of the city’s best cocktail bars, Bar Betsie honors another partner’s matriarch. Bar Betsie, named […]
Uchi
Opening Fall 2025 Uchi, a well-known Japanese restaurant from Austin, Texas, is set to open its first D.C. location this fall. The restaurant will be located in the recently completed 17xM office tower at 1150 M Street NW. Established by James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole, Uchi offers a unique take on Japanese cuisine, combining […]
Nhau by Moon Rabbit
Nhau by Moon Rabbit is an upcoming cocktail bar led by chef Kevin Tien and bar director Thi Nguyen, set to open near Dupont Circle with an opening date yet to be announced. As an offshoot of the already popular modern Vietnamese restaurant Moon Rabbit, Nhau aims to bring a lively cocktail experience that emphasizes […]
Barbouzard
Opening Spring/Summer 2025 Barbouzard is a new French-Mediterranean restaurant led by chef Cedric Maupillier, known for his previous work at Convivial. Scheduled to open in Spring/Summer 2025, this restaurant is taking over the former Kellari Taverna space and undergoing a vibrant makeover. Guests can expect both indoor and outdoor dining experiences with a unique coastal […]
Marv’s Dogs
Opening Fall 2025 Marv’s Dogs is an exciting new fast-casual dining concept by Diane Gross, who is known for her work at Cork Wine Bar. Set to open in Fall 2025 in Tenleytown, this restaurant will offer a delightful mix of nostalgic hot dogs and a selection of soft-serve ice cream and canned beverages. Inspired […]
Reynold’s
Opening 2025-04-15 Reynold’s is a playful gastropub that will also open in mid-April 2025 alongside Casamara within the same hotel in Dupont Circle. With a casual vibe, the bar will serve ‘mini’ bites such as lobster rolls and grilled cheese sandwiches, along with unique cocktails. The focus will be on creative interpretations of classic American […]
Casamara
Opening 2025-04-15 Casamara is a new Mediterranean restaurant opening in mid-April 2025 as part of a luxury hotel in Dupont Circle. It will feature a spacious indoor dining area and a large rooftop dining room, offering a menu inspired by coastal Europe with local ingredients. Signature dishes include sardine toast with avocado aioli and octopus […]
Birdsong Thai
Birdsong Thai is a new authentic Thai restaurant set to open soon in the heart of Chevy Chase, Washington, DC. The restaurant will occupy the former space of Blue 44, located at 5507 Connecticut Ave, NW. Known for its commitment to delivering traditional Thai cuisine, Birdsong Thai will feature a seating capacity of 75 with […]