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The Hottest New Brunches to Try in D.C.The Hottest New Brunches to Try in D.C.
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Fresh picks around town for French toast, za’atar-infused bloody marys, unlimited rice dishes, and more

By Emily Venezky and Tierney Plumb
Inside Foggy Bottom’s Mystical New Italian Restaurant
DC Restaurant Openings

Ellizabetta La Strega dives into the dark side with pasta, cicchetti, and Champagne

By Tierney Plumb
Inside Georgetown’s Newest Stylish Seafood Party
DC Restaurant Openings

Cafe Tulum opens in September with ceviche and mezcal

By Tierney Plumb
DC Restaurant Closings
A Food Network Star Closes Huncho House in HyattsvilleA Food Network Star Closes Huncho House in Hyattsville
DC Restaurant Closings

Plus, several sushi spots around town — and more restaurant shutters

By Tierney Plumb
Dining Reports
A Fab Off-Menu Burger Awaits at the Rebooted RiggsbyA Fab Off-Menu Burger Awaits at the Rebooted Riggsby
Dining Reports

The polished hotel restaurant does fancy bar snacks, wedge salads, and Paper Planes well

By Tierney Plumb
A Luxe Train Car Bar Pops Up in Union Station
DC Restaurant Openings

Continental Club serves classic martinis and Old Fashioneds with a bird’s-eye view of the gold leaf-adorned grand hall

By Emily Venezky
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Where to Eat and Drink on Capitol HillWhere to Eat and Drink on Capitol Hill
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The historic neighborhood near Congress is packed with prime dining options

By Tierney Plumb and Tim Ebner
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The Best Affordable Dining Options in the D.C. AreaThe Best Affordable Dining Options in the D.C. Area
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Tacos, hefty sandwiches, and hot pots for a fraction of what it costs to eat elsewhere

By Tierney Plumb and Tim Ebner
Dining Reports
Why All the Cool Kids Are Going to Casamara This SummerWhy All the Cool Kids Are Going to Casamara This Summer
Dining Reports

The Mediterranean-chic addition to Dupont is the place to be for rigatoni, spritzes, and people-watching

By Tierney Plumb
Grab a Coconut and Chill at Navy Yard’s Hot New Caribbean Rooftop
DC Restaurant Openings

Croix honors the isles with callaloo, lamb ribs, frozen cocktails, and one epic view

By Tierney Plumb
Coming Attractions
A Top-Notch Bakery Out of Baltimore Inks Big Deal in Navy YardA Top-Notch Bakery Out of Baltimore Inks Big Deal in Navy Yard
Coming Attractions

Kneads Bakeshop calls dibs on the foot of the Thompson Hotel

By Tierney Plumb
D.C.’s Hottest New Restaurant Celebrates Chicago’s Tavern Pies
DC Restaurant Openings

La Merna debuts in Dupont with promising toasts, pastas, and salads — but the real show-stopper is the crisp Midwest pizza

By Emily Venezky
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The Best New Restaurants Around D.C., August 2026The Best New Restaurants Around D.C., August 2026
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Where to find fabulous sandwiches, meze, thin-crust pizza, and more

By Tierney Plumb and Emily Venezky
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Sip and Swim at These D.C.-Area Pool Bars Before Summer Slips AwaySip and Swim at These D.C.-Area Pool Bars Before Summer Slips Away
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Cool off at a pool with refreshing snacks and spritzes

By Tierney Plumb
Dining Reports
Reubens, Cubans, and Club Sandwiches Get a Makeover at This New Pub in ShawReubens, Cubans, and Club Sandwiches Get a Makeover at This New Pub in Shaw
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A D.C. chef known for his Indian food reinvents the former Passenger space

By Emily Venezky