Ghana's Calabash restaurant took the crown again as 2,000 fans packed Union Market to settle West Africa's tastiest debate.

Reservations are open for D.C.'s Pay What You Can Day, when two of the city's top-rated kitchens will serve full menus for whatever guests choose to pay.

The wine-and-dine chain grabs an 11,212-square-foot spot, but the shopping center hasn't broken ground yet.

The touring festival closed streets near Judiciary Square this weekend, with VIP tickets adding a private lounge and souvenir panda bag.

Three-course dinners run as low as $40 while some spots throw in cocktail pairings across D.C., Maryland and Virginia.

A Damascus-inspired shawarma restaurant is taking over the former Mola Empanada space in Adams Morgan. The opening date is still under wraps.

Genika Cafe is nearing its Shaw debut with specialty coffee by day and beer, wine and cocktails at night. The opening date is still under wraps.

Maman Joon is returning to Tysons Corner Center with Persian kabobs, family recipes and a new storefront. The opening date remains a mystery for now.

South Block signed a lease for 700 Pennsylvania Ave SE and plans an early‑2027 opening at Eastern Market, complete with a block‑party launch and free açaí for early guests.

A bellini-fueled Italian disco called Not For Long has opened at Union Market, trading dinner for cocktails, disco balls and a boozy sgroppino.

A Georgetown staple is closing after more than two decades; owners say lease talks collapsed and they'll redirect effort to a takeout spinoff.

Rosa’s Diner at 1011 K St NW blends Latin American flavors with classic diner fare, from a short‑rib-heavy smash burger to tres leches–inspired French toast.

DUA DC is pouring Indonesian single‑origin beans and direct‑trade stories into downtown D.C. cups, roasted in small batches and shaped by barista-crafted recipes.