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.
Peruvian Brothers
Peruvian Brothers expanding to new location at 660 N Capitol on corner of G St. Serves authentic Comida Criolla with sandwiches, sides and salads. Brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone have been operating for 12 years with food trucks and restaurants in DC metro area.
Explorers Eatery
International food hall opening at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration featuring five rotating food stalls with American, Italian, Moroccan, Peruvian and Vietnamese cuisines. 11,000 square feet seating up to 320 guests with indoor/outdoor seating, bakery café, bar, and event space.
Maru San
25-seat counter restaurant in Eastern Market serving Nikkei cuisine (Japanese-Peruvian) with hand rolls, sashimi, and 15-course tasting menu ($115). Chef Carlos Delgado’s new concept featuring minimalist design with black marble counter.
Marv’s Dogs
Chicago-style hot dog concept by Cork Wine Bar owners, featuring traditional pickled toppings and vanilla/pistachio milkshakes in a family-friendly storefront
Greco Truly Greek
Second DC location of Greco Truly Greek opening in Union Market. Interior construction underway. Will seat 66 customers with total occupancy of 114. Chain founded in Boston in 2017, focuses on genuine Greek culinary experience.
Scolapasta
Italian fast-casual pasta restaurant expanding from Virginia to DC Navy Yard location. Guests can customize pasta dishes by selecting pasta, sauce, and toppings. Taking over former Basebowl location.
Sorella Trattoria and Bar
Upscale Italian dining concept from Balos Restaurant Group featuring Southern Italy/Amalfi Coast cuisine in a 9,247 square foot space accommodating 200 guests. Previously occupied by Vapiano.