Charles Kia measures his restaurant career not in years but decades. For 30 years, he ran Haad Thai in downtown D.C., but under the tight pressures of the pandemic and a lease renegotiation, he ultimately shut it down in the fall of 2024. “I thought I would retire,” he laughs. “But after two weeks, I […]| Eater DC
The siblings behind Old Westminster Winery, a name seen across wine lists in the Baltimore and D.C. area, are welcoming guests to their newest 117-acre vineyard and farm that they’ve been quietly setting up in Montgomery County for almost a decade. From raising their own Mangalica pigs (called the “wagyu” of pork) to growing their […]| Eater DC
James Beard Award-winning Indian street food just arrived in the nation’s capital by way of Asheville, North Carolina. In a true testament to the global connectivity of great cuisine, chef Meherwan Irani brings Chai Pani to Union Market on Friday, August 29 (1325 5th Street NE). For the D.C. iteration, Irani taps his longtime friend […]| Eater DC
D.C. has no shortage of great grab-and-go meals. But there are certain sandwiches, hoagies, and grinders that every Washingtonian should seek out almost as a civic duty. Some can transport diners to far-off destinations like Italy, the Caribbean, or Vietnam. Others are so historic, they’re edible nostalgia. Many of these essential sandwiches are found in […]| Eater DC
Welcome to the Eater 38, a regularly updated guide of restaurants that represent Baltimore’s current culinary identity. This map showcases a mix of destinations for Charm City’s emblematic crab cakes and treats from the Chesapeake Bay, plus a globe-trotting assortment of places boasting bold flavors from Venezuela, France, Italy, Japan, Mexico, and West Africa. Sadly, […]| Eater DC
Washington attracts some of the most sought-after musical acts in the business, and well-known bands pack D.C.’s music venues on a nightly basis. Rather than hastily scarfing down fries and spilling beer while standing shoulder-to-shoulder, consider catching a show at a more dining-friendly location. A handful of local venues, bars, and restaurants host regular shows […]| Eater DC
This is Eater’s guide to all the new restaurants, bars, and cafes that have opened this month. If there’s an opening in your neighborhood that we’ve missed, let us know at dc@eater.com. August 29 Bethesda, Maryland: A Maryland mini-chain known for healthy, to-go meals, Eat Sprout is expanding to Bethesda Row on Friday, August 29. Originally founded […]| Eater DC
The iconic Adams Morgan corner that long housed CityBikes (and Ben & Jerry’s before that) gets a fresh life next spring as a new Call Your Mother Deli, marking the wood-fired sensation’s first D.C. location in nearly three years (2501 Champlain Street NW). The fast-growing bagel business, born in Park View in 2018, maintains a […]| Eater DC
Ramen, scallops, corn ice cream, and more| Eater DC
This is a curated list of D.C. area’s newly announced restaurant and bar closures, with new updates published every month. (See: July, May, April, March, February, and January.) See a closing we missed? Drop us a line. August 31 Lovettsville, Virginia: The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm will close its picturesque dining room on Sunday, August 31, after nearly two decades of service. […]| Eater DC
Flowers, wood-fired steaks, and gin collide at Georgetown’s new Florería Atlántico and Brasero Atlántico| Eater DC
Feast on crab cakes, clams, oysters, and more| Eater DC
Enjoy half-smokes, Michelin-starred catfish sandwiches, and more| Eater DC
Beat the summer heat at these pop-ups serving up inventive burgers, Japanese shaved ice, and plenty of frozen cocktails| Eater DC
Food news and dining guides for Washington, D.C.| Eater DC
Sit and stay at one of these pup-approved places| Eater DC
Local smoothie company South Block was the sleeper hit of yesterday’s congressional circus| Eater DC
Where to feast on spicy stews, lentils, and spongy injera| Eater DC
D.C.-based Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is under fire for various workplace ethics allegations| Eater DC
Starr counters by saying his group is committed to "fostering a respectful, fair workplace environment"| Eater DC
Plus, a darts-throwing destination, Italian reboot, barbecue counter, panda-themed bar, and more area arrivals to note| Eater DC
Where to find dosas, whole lobster, luxurious meats, and more| Eater DC
Inside celebrity chef Edward Lee’s groundbreaking restaurant in the Union Market district| Eater DC
Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj continues to bank on suburban outskirts of D.C.| Eater DC
Politicos use these private passages to get in and out of dinner| Eater DC
Consider these extended, late-night, and weekend discounts| Eater DC
Options for costume contests, murder mystery parties, and seasonal cocktails all month long| Eater DC
Try tortillas topped with tilapia, carnitas, chicken tinga, and more| Eater DC
Fresh picks around town for egg-topped pizzas, carrot brioche French toast, and more| Eater DC
Fresh destinations for rooftop views, discount dumplings, tacos and tequila, and more| Eater DC
The Northwest strip welcomes a family-friendly hangout for hefty handhelds and ube ice cream on Wednesday, March 6| Eater DC
The essential restaurants that define the nation’s capital, according to Eater editors| Eater DC