Ready to find out about the newest businesses to open in Georgetown? From a convenience store to a beer hall, read on for a rundown of the newest hotspots to debut in this area of Washington.
Wawa
1222 Wisconsin Ave. NW
With hundreds of stores across the East Coast, Wawa is a convenience store chain that traces its roots to a turn-of-the-century Pennsylvania dairy farm — or, even beyond that, to a New Jersey iron foundry established in 1803.
These days, Wawa offers lots of snacks, like big-name potato chips, candy bars and drinks. It also has a house brand you'll see on many items, like coffee drinks, soft pretzels, made-to-order hoagie sandwiches, and prepared food to grab and go. If you're in the neighborhood, it might be the place to pop in for a lottery ticket or use the ATM, too.
This new Wawa currently holds 3.5 stars out of four reviews on Yelp, indicating fair reviews.
Yelper Katharine S., who reviewed Wawa on Jan. 1, wrote, "The store is very clean. Good quality, fast and cheap. Big selection of sandwiches, snacks, drinks, etc. You can get lunch here."
Michael O. noted, "Clean convenience store in Georgetown. It's nice to see that 7-11 has competition. Open store layout, and the cashiers are friendly."
Wawa is open 24 hours a day.
High Street Cafe
1303 Wisconsin Ave. NW
High Street Cafe is a neighborhood brasserie for European-informed American food and drinks.
The menu has cold and warms starters, like shrimp cocktail and lamb meatballs. You can order a Margherita or five-cheese pizza, then watch it emerge from the wood-fired oven. Or go with a substantial main, like a roasted half chicken or a pepper-crusted New York sirloin. Pastas, salads and a soup of the day are among your other options.
As for drinks, there's a full bar and solid deals on wine during happy hour.
With a 4.5-star rating out of 14 reviews on Yelp, High Street Cafe has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Melissa A., who reviewed High Street Cafe on Jan. 1, wrote, "The menu is very approachable, yet the flavors are unique and heart-warming. Their happy hour is fantastic. All of their appetizers and bar snacks are perfect for when you just want a bite of something while you are drinking."
Yelper Amber S. wrote, "I'm officially a fan. Extremely good, different, vibrant, passionate. The service was on point, and the food was amazing."
High Street Cafe is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.–midnight on Thursday-Saturday, and 11 a.m.–3 p.m. on Sunday.
The Berliner
3401 Water St. NW
Finally, The Berliner is a beer bar and German restaurant occupying the former Malmaison space.
It serves food inspired by Berlin street fare, like pitas stuffed with chicken schnitzel, kofte kebabs or falafel, plus brats, pretzels and pickles. And it serves beer inspired by Berlin beer halls. Both German imports and domestic craft beer are available, from light pilsners and wheat beers to IPAs and stouts. There's also cocktails and wine.
The Berliner's current rating of four stars out of six reviews on Yelp indicates the newcomer is finding its way, but it's still early days.
Yelper Kate C., who reviewed The Berliner on Jan. 1, wrote, "A fully German pub from the beer list to the menu. Plenty of space and not super busy. I was there at 8 p.m. on a Friday and found a table for five pretty easily. Place your beer and food order at the bar and get ready to enjoy."
Yelper William L. wrote, "Awesome beer hall on the Georgetown waterfront under Gypsy Sally's. Dozens of beers in steins, incredible brats, sausages, wursts, etc. They have several types of mustards, relishes and ketchups to top your food, as well as great apps like loaded fries and the classic pretzel."
The Berliner is open from 4 p.m.–11 p.m. on Tuesday-Thursday, noon–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and noon–10 p.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
