South Korea’s BHC Chicken has opened at 875 N. Randolph in Ballston, bringing six signature flavors, touchscreen ordering and a weekend free‑tender promo. The compact shop seats about 32 guests.

Busboys and Poets has opened a compact outpost near the D Gates at Reagan National, bringing the chain's cultural café concept into the post‑security concourse. Hours are listed 5 a.m.–11 p.m.

Andy’s Pizza is set to take over the Sbarro spot at Union Station, bringing its neighborhood slices — and possibly a bagel program — to the commuter hub. The chain will operate with a custom AI system while keeping human service.

Miami-born Pura Vida will open in Fairfax’s Mosaic District on May 21, replacing Parc de Ville and bringing a seed‑oil‑free, all‑day menu to Mosaic.

Chef Mike Cordero will open Cappellini’s Classic Italian in Ashburn’s Brambleton Town Center, replacing Rebel Taco Cantina with a 3,500‑sq‑ft scratch kitchen due in early Fall 2026.

Less than a year after opening on H Street, Rock Harper is moving Hush Harbor to pop-up nights around D.C., saying the large phone-free room was hard to sustain.

The team behind Chercher Ethiopian has filed for a liquor license to open Deluxe Bar at 3606 14th St NW, proposing late-night hours, outdoor seating and dancing.

Pineapple & Pearls alum Thomas Stacy is opening Tommy’s Tacos in Alethia Tanner Park this June. The small counter will funnel part of sales into park upkeep.

Merchants Marina Bar & Lounge opened May 8 at The Wharf, adding a casual waterside bar from the Merchants/Philippe Chow team. The new spot brings its own menu and marina-side vibe.

A Tulum‑inspired rooftop reopened in Shaw on May 5 with margaritas, DJs and a profit‑sharing ownership plan. The former El Techo space now carries a refreshed menu and team.

a2 Milk recalled three batches of a2 Platinum infant formula after testing found the cereulide toxin. Parents should check tins for listed batch numbers and watch for symptoms.

Duke's Grocery plans a 300-square-foot kiosk at National Landing's Water Park serving the Proper Burger and grab-and-go sides.

A Michelin‑awarded chef will open Brisa in Buzzard Point this summer. The coastal‑Latin spot pairs seafood‑forward plates with a 15‑seat street‑food counter.