Summer was busy. Like, blink-and-you-missed-it busy. Steakhouses, supper clubs, rooftop rum bars, the DMV did not slow down just because it was 95+ degrees outside. Summer in the DMV moves fast,  one minute you're grabbing patio drinks, and the next there are ninety new places to eat and you haven't been to a single one. So here it is: everything that opened its doors across DC, Maryland, and Virginia in June, July, and August, pulled from TheListAreYouOnIt.com's openings coverage. Grab a pen (or just bookmark this), because you've got some catching up to do. What did you miss? We got you: Agora Bethesda: Betul and Ismail Uslu opened their third and largest Agora yet inside the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, with a private room for 50, semi-private space for up to 120, and patio seating for 100 of Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese mezze.One Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, MD Bernadette’s  Upstairs from the Oak Room, this champagne-soaked supper club from chef Timothy Hollingsworth and beverage director Julian Cox (the same Ten Five Hospitality team) pours roughly 40 grower Champagnes alongside live piano and jazz most nights — think a Parisian nightclub that never got the memo it's 2026.1218 Wisconsin Avenue NW Bourbon Steak's Lounge: Michael Mina's 18-year-old lounge at the Four Seasons Georgetown relaunched August 15 after a $1.5 million renovation, with head bartender Engidawork "Engi" Alebachew and head sommelier Winn Roberton pouring a truffle-brined dirty martini and a wagyu-fat-washed smoked Manhattan.2800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Call Your Mother: Founders Andrew Dana and Daniela Moreira's beloved bagel shop (formerly mobile-trolley-only in Bethesda) opened its first permanent Bethesda storefront in the old Hardwood Artisans space.4828 St. Elmo Ave, Bethesda, MD Croix: Atop the Cambria Hotel in Navy Yard, Corporate Director of Culinary and Concept Design Keem Hughley and Chef de Cuisine Malika King built a rooftop Caribbean concept rooted in St. Croix heritage — breadfruit, callaloo, sorrel — with a "Botanic Bar" anchored by a backlit wall of ten house-infused Caribbean botanicals and a deep rum list, plus an outdoor extension called Croix Veranda.69 Q Street SW Duke's Burgers: Daniel Kramer's Duke's Grocery brought its fast-casual burger offshoot, with Wagyu and Impossible patties, to National Landing, kiosk-ordering style.1621 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA The Grace: Sanjay Mandhaiya (Pappe, Karavaan) pivoted hard into American saloon territory, taking over the old Passenger space and keeping the taxidermy antelope, "Gary," as a mascot. Chef Courtney Evans (a Next Gen Chef alum and former Rose's Luxury sous chef) works Afro-Southern-leaning pub food, while director of beverage Stefan Sokic pours house-pressed-sugarcane daiquiris and a reworked Passenger classic.1539 7th Street NW La Merna: Husband-and-wife team G. Bradley Shorten and Meg Schmitt opened a Chicago tavern-style pizza spot in Dupont Circle, scratch-making their own cheese and pouring classics-rooted cocktails in a room dressed in vintage Chicago and DC finds.2153 P St NW, Washington, DC Little Birdie: Matt Sloan and Eric Brannon's crew (Matt & Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar) opened a chicken sandwich spot in Alexandria's Del Ray, working with local bakers for Japanese milk buns.Address: 1504B Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA The Oak Room: James Beard-winning chef Timothy Hollingsworth (former chef de cuisine at The French Laundry) brought a Gilded Age steakhouse to Georgetown, all koji-rubbed prime rib, Dover sole, and raw bar plateaus under Ten Five Hospitality. Beverage director Julian Cox runs the cocktail program around five old-fashioned variations and classic martinis, while wine director Taylor Parsons curates the 400-bottle cellar leaning Burgundy and Napa Cab.1218 Wisconsin Avenue NW Oribu: Grand Hyatt Washington's new flagship restaurant chases the Silk Road, blending Japanese precision with Mediterranean warmth under Executive Chef Gerard Spezio and Chef de Cuisine Joevel Magpantay — think jet-fresh sushi under a curved rattan chandelier, with a sake- and Japanese-spirit-driven bar program to match.1000 H St NW Public Interest: Inside the new Tempo by Hilton downtown, this modern American brasserie blends French brasserie tradition with American comfort, with a bar program described as reimagined classics with "a distinct DC edge."1776 K Street NW The Riggsby: Michael Schlow's beloved Riggsby is back after a roughly seven-year hiatus, reopened inside the Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle following a $6 million redesign by Edit Lab by Streetsense. Chopped salad, schnitzel alla Holstein, and Swedish meatballs anchor the menu, with a bar built around Manhattans, martinis, and an off-menu bar burger locals are already whispering about.2121 P Street NW Slice & Pie: Parks at Walter Reed: Giulio Adriani expanded his 14th Street pizzeria with a second, larger location serving pizza, paninis, and smash burgers, seating 26.1155 Dahlia St NW, Washington, DC Sushi Masato: Husband-and-wife team Raymond and Amy Yu opened a family-run Japanese spot with three tiers of omakase ($58/$78/$98) and a sake, beer, and wine list.4914 Hampden Ln, Bethesda, MD The Sweet District: Frost & Flourish's Audrey Angeles and Just Ron Chocolate's Aaron Salvador teamed up on a dessert and gourmet chocolate shop with a Filipino-inspired Halo-Halo, inside Arlington's UPSIDE on Moore food hall.Address: 1700 N Moore St, Arlington, VA Sweetlane by Sweetgreen: The DC area's first Sweetgreen drive-thru — order-ahead salads and grain bowls, no lingering required.6220 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA (Chesterbrook Shopping Center) Tam Tam Brunch and Dinner: Thao Tran and Tin Truong elevated Eden Center dining beyond casual pho, serving Southern and Central Vietnamese hot pots and crudo alongside house-made fish sauce from a family recipe — Vietnamese cocktails are "coming soon," but the tea program (kumquat rock sugar, passionfruit honey) is already running.6767 Wilson Blvd, Falls Church, VA (Eden Center) Tenley Provisions: Three concepts! Sofie's (crêpes/breakfast), Bistro Metzger (chef Colin Graham, a Wolfgang Puck alum), and El Jefe Woodfired Pizza (chef/founder Edwin Garcia) all share one roof in the old Steak 'n Egg space, a platform built for independent chef-operators.4700 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC Wheelhouse: Bo Blair's Georgetown Events Hospitality Group (Millie's, Surfside, Jetties) opened a vintage-yacht-club seafood spot on upper Connecticut Avenue under Executive Chef David Scribner, complete with a 33-foot bar slinging yacht-rock-themed cocktails and a Gifford's (Maine) ice-cream takeout window for the boardwalk crowd who never left Chevy Chase. 5714 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC  Xi'an Famous Foods: The NYC noodle chain opened its first full-service DC-area storefront (Rockville to follow in October), pulling hand-pulled noodles and dumplings under a no-tipping policy.2800 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA And Just Like That, September's Already MovingDon't get too comfortable, the DMV didn't take a breath between seasons. We're only a few days into September and several new restaurants have already thrown open their doors across the region. Keep tabs on all of it over at TheListAreYouOnIt.com's openings page, updated constantly with everything new to eat and drink around town, so you're never the last one to know.

Okay, fall, we see you. A chandelier the size of a compact car, a beer hall rising from the dead, and DC's first-ever Haitian fine dining spot, all before Halloween. This town does not do a quiet season.  Good thing, neither do we. Here's what has us the most excited this fall, in alphabetical order (because ranking my favorites would start a fight). and toum: Tariq Alaeddin, founder of NAJA Mediterranean, is launching and toum, a broasted chicken concept built around his lifelong love of toum, the whipped Lebanese garlic sauce. Operating out of NAJA Mediterranean as a takeout- and delivery-only concept, the menu is deliberately tiny: halal broasted chicken and four takes on toum (classic, extra-garlicky Ezbicy, a toum-Zhoug hybrid called Zoum, and a rotating limited-edition flavor). The sauce itself will also be sold for guests to take home.2911 District Avenue, Fairfax, VAOpening: Early Fall Bajo: Husband-and-wife chefs Max Rivera and Sarah Montell of Hambre Hospitality are bringing a moody Spanish-Japanese restaurant and listening bar to Blagden Alley in Shaw, taking over the subterranean space left behind by Never Looked Better. Expect tapas, yakitori, and crudo built at the intersection of Iberian and Japanese technique, backed by a Spanish and Catalan wine program, a sake list, and vinyl spun by DJs. Rivera's resume spans six countries and Michelin-starred kitchens, including a stint as opening executive chef at Cana and, most recently, José Andrés's minibar.130 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DCOpening: Late October Bar Nuestro: Colada Shop founder Daniella Senior's newest venture is a Latin-rooted, European-inspired bistro landing in Navy Yard, reimagining classic European dishes through a Latin American lens inside a sleek, tiled, design-forward space. It's the first opening under her newly formed 5C Hospitality group, which also includes Union Market's cocktail bar Elegancia.1331 Yards Place SE, Washington, DCOpening: Targeting October 20 The Berliner: Popal Group (Lapis, Lapop, Maison Bar à Vins) revives its dearly missed German beer hall, which closed in Georgetown back in 2022, with a new home in Adams Morgan inside the former Mellow Mushroom space. Expect the same hearty sausages, soft pretzels, and long rotating tap list that made the original a neighborhood fixture.2436 18th Street NW, Washington, DCOpening: October Bizzeria: Chef Michael Rafidi, the James Beard-nominated force behind Albi and La'Shukran, finally gives his wood-fired pizzas a permanent home. The pies — currently only a part-time offering at his Georgetown Levantine cafe Yellow — come from pastry chef Alicia Wang, whose dough gets a 48-hour fermentation, alongside a lineup of meze, charcuterie, and natural wine.3246 Prospect Street NW, Washington, DCOpening: Fall Botiwalla by Chai Pani: The James Beard Award-winning team behind Union Market's Chai Pani DC brings its casual, fast-following sister concept to Tenleytown: charcoal-grilled kababs of chicken tikka, lamb, masala fish, and paneer, wrapped in buttered naan or piled onto rice bowls, plus the chaats that made Chai Pani famous (Masala Smashed Potatoes, Okra Fries) and the iconic Vada Pav. Chef-owner Meherwan Irani is having a big fall all around — his debut cookbook comes out September 22.4000 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DCOpening: Fall Brisa: Carlos Delgado, the in-demand Peruvian chef behind Michelin-starred Causa and hand-roll bar Maru San — brings a breezy coastal Latin showpiece to Buzzard Point near Audi Field, from Eaternity Hospitality (the Wharf's La Vie and Kinfolk). Expect ceviche, barbacoa ribs, and lomo saltado, with cocktails from Bolivian bar director Paola Salinas.2121 1st Street SW, Washington, DCOpening: Late October Capellini's: Chef Mike Cordero opens a sister restaurant to his beloved Arlington spot Carbonara in Ashburn's Brambleton Town Center, bringing Northern Italian cooking, thick cream sauces, house pastas, a serious wine list — out to Loudoun County.Address: 22850 Brambleton Plaza, Ashburn, VAOpening: September  Chandelier: The long-dormant Del Frisco's space on Pennsylvania Avenue transforms into a super-luxe American steakhouse from Keystone Hospitality Group (Promod Sharma, Jyoti Mahajan, Kamal Azzouz, Joseph Azzouz, and Anthony Azzouz — the trio of brothers behind Urban Roast). The design leans hard into spectacle: a 30-foot custom chandelier over the dining room, a waterfall with fire elements, and seating for 40 at the bar, 180 inside, 77 on the patio, plus a 30-seat private room with its own entrance. Premium cuts, seafood, and a curated wine list round out the menu.1201 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DCOpening: October Charcuteria: Eugene Beckley and Katie Catalano bring a Mediterranean market, wine bar, and gathering place to Shaw, inspired by their travels through Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, and Porto. Expect charcuterie and cheese boards, small plates, conservas, and schiacciata sandwiches, paired with a wine list built around natural, organic, and biodynamic bottles — heavy on women-owned and women-led wineries — plus a serious vermouth and aperitivo program, a wine club, tastings and classes, and an outdoor spritz garden.Address: 2104 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DCOpening: October  Ebbitt House: Old Ebbitt Grill — the marquee moneymaker inside Clyde's Restaurant Group, sitting across from the White House for generations — gets its first-ever offshoot, out in Reston. Expect the same American classics and famous raw bar in a 260-seat dining room with two bars, plus a 125-seat patio with a bar of its own. GM Ajay Bhatia and executive chef Diego Ramirez both previously ran the former Clyde's of Reston, which closed in 2022 after a 30-year run.1860 Reston Row Plaza, Reston, VAOpening: Mid-October Electric Bull: Chef Victor Albisu  of fast-casual chain Taco Bamba, and formerly of BLT Steak and his own Del Campo  returns to sit-down steakhouse roots with an Argentinian grill and butcher shop in his hometown of Vienna. Look for hanger, flank, and flat iron steaks, South American-style short ribs, sweetbreads, a family chorizo recipe, and the rolled skirt steak that beat Bobby Flay on his own show. Albisu tapped James Beard-nominated master butcher Justin Severino (Morcilla) as a partner and Adam Hoffa (formerly of Arlington's Pirouette) as executive chef.176 Maple Avenue West, Vienna, VAOpening: September Itiyah: A 20-seat tasting room in Shaw claims the title of DC's first-ever Haitian fine dining restaurant. Chef Sebastien Salomon, who previously cooked at the White House and the Haitian Embassy, builds prix-fixe courses around dishes like coconut-milk brioche and grilled pigeon with caramelized leeks and breadfruit puree, leaning on epis, the herby paste at the heart of Haitian cooking.1416 11th Street NW, Washington, DCOpening: Fall Kneads Bakeshop: The acclaimed Baltimore bakery and cafe takes over the high-profile space at the foot of the Thompson Hotel, previously home to Danny Meyer's Maialino Mare. The 5,500-square-foot buildout includes a pastry counter, full-service bar, a dedicated remote-work area, and a sprawling patio, with all-day service from breakfast through dinner. Expect the Baltimore favorites to make the trip south — creme brulee doughnuts, pistachio baklava croissants, Basque cheesecakes.221 Tingey Street SE, Washington, DCOpening: October Major Yum: DC chef Scott Chung takes over the storied space that formerly housed Filipino standout Bad Saint with an Asian fast-casual concept built on his Chinese and Korean cooking, honed at Bun'd Up, Sparrow Room, and Rice Crook. The signature dish, "Chung's Chicken," mashes up General Tso's with Korean fried chicken, and every dish arrives with house-made banchan-style pickled vegetables. Preview pop-ups are already running this fall at Kuya Ja, Morena Cafe, Timber Pizza, and Little Engine.3226 11th Street NW, Washington, DCOpening: Fall Maurizio’s: Ted Xenohristos, co-founder of fast-casual Mediterranean chain Cava, brings a modern Italian restaurant to Potomac Village, in the former home of Renato's. Executive chef Aris Tsekouras runs a menu of starters, pastas, and mains — rosemary focaccia, fritto misto, linguine and clams, grilled branzino — plus a dedicated Negroni bar menu. The design, from HapstakDemetriou+ and CedarHouse Creative, leans into greens, florals, terracotta floors, and reclaimed wood.Address: 10120 River Road, Potomac, MDOpening: September/October Prato: One of Florida's most acclaimed restaurants makes its first expansion out of Winter Park, landing at Bethesda Row. Prato's 14-year run in Florida built a reputation on creative riffs on Italian tradition inside a vibrant, communal dining room, with a long bar, window-paned doors, and year-round patio seating.Bethesda Row, Bethesda, MDOpening: Fall Skillette: Founder Kelly Singer opens her first permanent studio for Skillette, a DC-based cooking school and culinary lifestyle house, in a Georgetown space inspired by Parisian culinary culture — and sharing a building with Bizzeria, above. The 1,525-square-foot space houses a cooking school, an atelier, and a gathering room, offering a core technique curriculum, a five-day Mid-Atlantic Culinary Program, seasonal classes, chef residencies, kids' programs, and private events.3246 Prospect Street NW, Washington, DCOpening: September/October Spicewalla: The Asheville-based spice brand known for its colorful tins opens its second retail outpost in Georgetown, right next to fellow Asheville transplant East Fork Pottery. Expect an immersive sensory experience stocking 250-plus individual spices and 60-plus exclusive blends, all roasted, ground, and packed by hand. A sibling opening to Botiwalla by Chai Pani, above, from the same team.1317 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DCOpening: Fall Taki Taki & Rumba Rumba: Restaurateur Rajiv Chopra debuts two concepts under one roof in Capitol Hill's former Crazy Aunt Helen's space: Taki Taki, a modern South Asian restaurant on the first floor, and Rumba Rumba, a global tapas and cocktail lounge upstairs. Taki Taki leans into vibrant spices and refined technique; Rumba Rumba is built for sharing and socializing with an eclectic, globally inspired menu.713 8th Street SE, Washington, DCOpening: Fall Twosome Place: South Korea's leading premium dessert cafe brand makes its U.S. debut in Old Town Alexandria. The 2,600-square-foot cafe centers on Twosome Place's pairing of specialty coffee and cake — including its trademark-registered Strawberry Chocolate Cream Cake and bestselling Ice Box Cake — alongside Korean-inspired drinks (Dalgona Cream Top, Black Sesame Latte, Misugaru Frappe) and an all-day menu of K-Toast, K-Chicken Panini, and Bibimbowl.404 King Street, Alexandria, VAOpening: Mid-October And That's Just What We Know So FarFall openings have a habit of sneaking up on us!  A soft open here, a quiet ribbon-cutting there, so consider this a starting point, not the whole story. Keep checking TheListAreYouOnIt.com's Coming Soon page as dates firm up and new names get added to the list. See you at the bar.

Break out the apples and honey, the High Holidays are showing up early this year. Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins at sundown on Friday, September 11 and runs through nightfall on Sunday, September 13, kicking off the Ten Days of Repentance that lead into Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, beginning at sundown on Sunday, September 20 and ending the night of Monday, September 21.Rosh Hashanah is the sweet one, apples dipped in honey, round challah, and the sound of the shofar calling in a new year, all in hopes of tipping things toward a good one. Yom Kippur is the solemn one, a full day of fasting, reflection, and atonement that closes out those ten days before everyone gathers to break the fast together.So to everyone celebrating, L'Shana Tova, here's to a sweet 5787. Whether you're hosting, headed to someone else's table, or just here for the apples and honey, here's everything you need to know to celebrate well this year.Baked by Yael: Baked by Yael is offering a High Holidays Collection for Rosh Hashanah. They have put together a menu of High Holiday favorites including High Holiday Challah, Handcrafted Challah Board, Honey Cakepops, and more. To pre-order, click here.Call Your Mother: Call Your Mother’s High Holiday catering is officially live! They have a variety of options for guests to enjoy including the new Apples + Honey B&W cookies and so much more. To place an order, click here.Each Peach: Each Peach’s kitchen is preparing homemade dinners featuring unique, comforting dishes, ready to heat and serve. Each meal serves a generous 4-6 people. You can also choose to have Each Peach wine experts pair a bottle of wine to your meal (color of your choosing). Orders must be placed by September 8 for pickup on September 11.Manischewitz: As the Jewish New Year approaches, Manischewitz is highlighting the traditions behind the foods that bring families together year after year, from apples and honey to gefilte fish and horseradish, tzimmes, noodle kugel, and homemade soup with matzo balls. The 135-year-old heritage food brand is celebrating with a "Back to Basics" campaign focused on the meaning behind these holiday staples and how they continue to connect generations around the table. This year, Manischewitz is also introducing new ways for families to celebrate, including Heat & Serve Tzimmes, Frozen Rugelach, and a new Homemade Soup Line designed to bring classic holiday flavors into today's kitchens.Prescription Chicken: Prescription Chicken is offering a variety of Rosh Hashanah packages and goodies to help make this year even sweeter. Offerings include The Sweet New Year Package ($72), Gluten-Free Expansion, A La Carte Offerings, and Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Cakes. Pre-orders are available now and delivery begins September 9th or via pickup. To place an order, click here.Silver & Sons BBQ: Silver & Sons BBQ has all the classics you need to celebrate Rosh Hashanah. Highlights include Challah, Smoked Brisket with Tomato Stew, Potato Kugel, and more. Pre-orders are available starting Tuesday, August 18th. 

Still feeling that last weekend of Summer? The DMV certainly is. Farmers’ markets are still overflowing, chefs are loading menus with peak-season produce, grills are firing up, and suddenly every meal feels like a good excuse to stay out a little longer. This is the season!  Tomato salads that actually taste like tomatoes, sweet corn in everything, berries on the menu and long lunches that somehow turn into dinner. No judgement. Honestly, this is one of the best times of year to eat around the region.Here at TheListAreYouOnIt.com, we’ve rounded up the can’t-miss bites, menu changes and dining experiences to help you eat your way through summer in the DMV.- Make a night of it with a show + a great pre or post-theatre meal with our theatre + dining guide here- This week’s list of The List’s favorite beverages is right here- From festivals and pop-ups to patio parties, restaurant events, and summer food happenings around the region, we’ve got those covered here- Looking for outdoor dining? Check out our Patio Pleasures + Up On The Roof roundups featuring patios, rooftops, courtyards & outdoor dining spots all across the DMV.So much more summer deliciousness below:MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Bastille 20th Anniversary: Bastille is marking its 20th anniversary throughout September with a series of food and wine specials celebrating 2 decades in Alexandria. Highlights include Icons at 20 on September 17, a 4-course anniversary dinner with wine pairings for $155.00, the monthlong 20.06 List featuring rotating bottles of wine for $20.06; and Cake + Bubbles on September 19, when dinner guests will receive a celebratory treat and bubbles. Guests who purchase $100 in gift certificates during September will also receive a $20 anniversary bonus; bastillerestaurant.comNepali Flood Relief: U Street’s Kathmandu is supporting Nepal flood relief throughout September, donating 20% of net proceeds through September 30 to the Prime Minister Flood Relief Fund, with a minimum commitment of $5,000.00. The restaurant will also join the Nepal Flood Relief Fundraising Masterclass Dinner on September 13 at Masti Restaurant in Reston Town Center, serving cocktails alongside a lineup of DMV Nepali chefs and restaurants. The benefit dinner will showcase regional Nepali dishes inspired by areas affected by the floods, with 100% of dinner proceeds donated to Nepal flood relief; kathmandu-dc.siteBar Betsie Pop Up: Union Market’s Bar Betsie is going beyond the glass this September with a rotating lineup of one-night-only food pop-ups pairing local culinary talent with the bar’s cocktails and wine. The series kicks off September 1 with Chefs Apple and Khan serving an Asian-inspired cookout menu featuring Wagyu Nori Hot Dogs and oysters, followed by Toot Toot on September 6 with Lebanese manoushe, cookies, and more. On September 15, Fish Shop takes over happy hour with seafood and a special menu created for the occasion. All three pop-ups are first come, first served; barbetsiedc.comNational Burger Week: National Harbor’s annual Burger Week returns September 12–18, with more than a dozen restaurants offering specialty burgers and deals throughout the waterfront destination. Participating spots include Walrus Oyster & Ale House, Fogo de Chao, Succotash, Cadillac Ranch, Redstone American Grill, McCormick & Schmick’s, and more, with options ranging from Black Angus beef and turkey to seafood. $1 from every designated burger purchased will benefit Susan G. Komen, with National Harbor donating up to $1,000.00 in support of its work to end breast cancer. The week wraps up on National Cheeseburger Day, September 18; nationalharbor.comWe Rescue 26!: DC Food Rescue's annual WE RESCUE! fundraiser returns on September 17 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, bringing together volunteers, community partners, and local businesses for an evening celebrating the organization's impact. The zero-waste event will feature food and drinks from more than a dozen area restaurants, an open bar, a silent auction, and a program honoring Kate Urbank and DC Food Rescue's continued work fighting food insecurity across the region; givebutter.com/c/we-rescue-26Pro-Choice & Pro-Carbs: Baker Jill Nguyen is bringing together some of D.C.’s beloved bakers for a day-long bake sale at Maketto on September 20, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the DC Abortion Fund (DCAF). Split into morning and afternoon sessions, the fundraiser will feature baked goods from local cookbook authors, recipe developers, and bakery veterans, along with music, coffee, drinks, raffle prizes, silent auctions, family-friendly activities, and exclusive merchandise. Ticket and bake sale proceeds will support DCAF’s work providing financial assistance to people seeking abortion care; dcabortionfund.orgMallard Southern Truffle Dinner: Mallard’s Supper Series returns September 24 at 7:00 p.m. with a communal Southern Truffle Dinner from Chef Hamilton Johnson. The 4-course menu incorporates black truffles throughout, from an Awendaw Soufflé with Maryland crab hollandaise and potato-crusted scallops to spiced duck breast and Sour Cream Apple Pie with black truffle ice cream. The evening begins with a Barolo Black Manhattan from Spirits Director Nick Farrell and is priced at $135.00 per guest, with optional wine pairings available for $55.00; mallarddc.comTaste America: The James Beard Foundation’s Taste America series returns on October 5 at 7:00 p.m. at The LINE DC for an intimate multi-course dinner celebrating the city’s culinary community. The evening brings together TasteTwenty chef Christian Irabién of Amparo Fondita, Julie Cortes of Kayu, and James Beard Award nominees Danny Lee and Scott Drewno of The LINE DC and Fried Rice Collective, with wine pairings accompanying the collaborative menu. Tickets are $200.00 per person, and the event is open to guests 21 and older; jamesbeard.org/events/taste-america-washington-dcYottem Ottolenghi at Sixth & I: Celebrated chef and author Yotam Ottolenghi will appear at Sixth & I on October 8 at 7:00 p.m., discussing his latest cookbook Simple Too. In conversation, Ottolenghi will explore his philosophy of bold, approachable cooking and share recipes designed to make flavorful meals feel effortless; sixthandi.orgSnallygaster: The District's beloved craft beer festival returns October 10, taking over 4 blocks of Pennsylvania Avenue NW with 450+ beers from 175 breweries around the world. Along with rare pours and appearances by renowned brewers, guests can enjoy cider, wine, cocktails, live music, food from 25+ vendors, a Shop Made in DC makers market, games, and family-friendly activities. Tickets go on sale July 7 at 10:00 a.m., with proceeds supporting Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food & Agriculture and its mission to build a more equitable regional food system; snallygasterdc.comOyster Wars: Oyster Wars returns Sunday, October 11, bringing together oyster farmers, acclaimed chefs, and seafood lovers for an afternoon celebrating East Coast oyster culture. Guests can taste freshly shucked oysters from 10 farms spanning Maryland, Virginia, Rhode Island, and Maine, alongside dishes from chefs including Kyle Bailey, Gabe Erales, Manuel Perez, Seng Luangrath, Reid Shilling, and more. VIP entry begins at 2:00 p.m., with general admission from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., and a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership and its Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts. Early Bird tickets are $90.00 for VIP and $70.00 for general admission; thesaltline.comSHUCK IT! Oyster Festival: The 13th Annual Georgetown Shuck It! Oyster & Beer Festival returns on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Tony & Joe's Seafood Place in Georgetown. Guests 21+ can enjoy all the local oysters and local beer they can handle, plus live music from Johnny Spanninato & The Value Leaders and The Yachtsmen, all while supporting the Oyster Recovery Partnership and its efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay's native oyster population; georgetowndc.com/event/shuck-it-beer-and-oyster-festival/Chefs for Equality: One of DC's premier culinary fundraisers returns October 19 with this year's "United Plates of America" theme, bringing together top local chefs, mixologists, and restaurateurs for collaborative dinners benefiting the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Hosted across six venues, the event features chef-driven dinners, cocktail pairings, and a new dedicated cocktail experience at Silver Lyan. Tickets are on sale now; chefsforequality.org NEW & NOTEWORTHY: Late-Night Burger Crave: Chefs Matt Conroy and Jason Chavenson have added a new late-night burger, inspired by a BLT and made with 2 dry-aged Roseda beef patties, smoked bacon, jalapeño relish, heirloom tomato, and a Manifest Bakery bun. Only 10 burgers are available each night, served Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 10:00 to 11:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 p.m. to midnight; maisondc.comMiShi Shushi Pop Up: Chef Michael Kang will launch MiShi, a Japanese sushi and izakaya pop-up inside BirdSong Thai, on September 16. The menu will feature sushi, nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls, and shareable dishes, including a tuna flight, Hamachi Tiradito, Chawanmushi with uni and caviar, and A5 Wagyu selections. The launch also introduces lunch service at BirdSong, where guests can order from both MiShi’s Japanese menu and Chef Kiti Ma’s existing Thai menu at the same table; birdsongthai.comSweet Smell of Success: Chef de Cuisine Bruno Enciso has introduced sweet vernal grass to Lutèce following an intensive program at Maison Sota in Paris. The team hangs the grass in the dining room to dry before using it as a smoking tool for the tomato consommé in its Melon & Sungold dish with anise hyssop. According to the restaurant, Lutèce is currently the only DC restaurant using the plant in its cooking; lutecedc.com(Hispanic Heritage Month Alert) Upside on Moore: From September 15 through October 15, guests can celebrate with limited-time dishes highlighting Mexican and Salvadoran flavors. La Michoacana will offer Huitlacoche Quesadillas with queso fresco, sour cream, pumpkin seeds, pico de gallo, and guacamole, while Lili’s will serve handmade Pupusas filled with refried beans and cheese and accompanied by curtido and tomato sauce. Both are available for dine-in and takeout; upsideonmoore.comFlower to Flour: Bluepoint Hospitality has opened The Flour Shop in a restored former flower shop in downtown Easton, bringing fresh-baked breads, pastries, cakes, and artisanal provisions to the historic space. Led by Executive Pastry Chef and Chocolatier Sarah Deale and Head Baker John Aversa, the bakery produces sourdough, focaccia, ciabatta, baguettes, rye, pumpernickel, Friday challah, and rotating bread specials daily using organic flours. Pastries and sweets include canelé, maritozzi, galettes, tea and bundt cakes, and pistachio cake, alongside packaged butter and other provisions; bluepointhospitality.comSpicy Schmears: H&H Bagels is adding 2 limited-time Jalapeño Popper offerings for football season, including a cream cheese with pickled jalapeños, bacon, and cheddar and an egg sandwich layered with the same flavors, available September 10 through 30. For the High Holidays, H&H is also offering discounted Bagel Bundles September 10 through 21, pairing a dozen bagels with options like spreads, house-made salads, or nova smoked salmon at a 10% savings; hhbagels.comThe Ice Cream Flavors of Fall: Jeni’s is leaning into fall with a new collection of seasonal flavors, available at scoop shops across the DMV. The lineup includes Hazelnut Stracciatella, Miso Butterscotch Brownie, Pumpkin with Brown Sugar Blondies, and the scoop shop-exclusive Pear Frangipane, featuring crisp pear and almond ice cream; jenis.comManagement Update: One Washington Circle has appointed Stacy Smith as General Manager, bringing more than 30 years of hospitality leadership experience to the newly rebranded West End hotel. A longtime leader in DC’s hospitality community, Smith has served on the executive boards of the Hotel Association of Washington, DC and Destination DC, including as Chair of the Destination DC Board, and founded the City Partner Pathways Apprenticeship Program. In her new role, she will oversee the hotel’s next chapter, including its refreshed guest experience and signature restaurant and bar, Ten Ten West End; hilton.com/en/hotels/wasnwup-one-washington-circle-dc(Collab Alert) Astro Doughnuts x Cane: Astro is teaming up with local restaurants Cane, Purple Patch, and Caruso’s Grocery for a fall doughnut collaboration series benefiting local charities. First up is Cane’s Rum Cake Doughnut ($5.50), available throughout September and inspired by owner Jeanine Prime’s Trinidadian heritage with dark rum, coconut, nutmeg, cinnamon, and clove. A portion of proceeds will benefit Sister Mentors, with the doughnut available at Astro and at Cane on weekends throughout the month.; astrodoughnuts.com(Chef-Made) Freezer-to-Oven Dinners: Chef Jenn Crovato is launching Sunday Suppers, a new freezer-to-oven family dinner series available for pickup during Sunday brunch beginning September 13. An extension of her Jenn’s Homemade prepared entrée line, the rotating weekly menu will feature meals serving four, starting with Norwegian Salmon and Grilled Corn Salad ($104.00), followed by Wagyu Flat Iron with sides ($340.00) and Roasted Chicken Breast with Broccolini and Pesto Pasta ($96.00). Orders must be placed at least 24 hours in advance and picked up by 4:00 p.m. on Sundays.; 1310kitchendc.comNew from Elli Benchimol: Restaurateur and Advanced Sommelier Elli Benchimol, owner of Georgetown’s Apéro and La Bohème, will open Ellizabetta La Strega on September 9 in the former Marcel’s space in Foggy Bottom-West End. Led by Chef Jennifer Castaneda-Jones and Chef de Cuisine Stephen Jones, both Marcel’s alumni, the Italian restaurant will feature shareable plates, house-made pastas like Meyer Lemon Tagliatelle with caviar, and larger dishes including Crispy Berkshire Porchetta, Whole-Roasted Branzino, and Ribeye for Two. The 170-seat restaurant will shift throughout the day from lunch to The Witching Hour, an Italian-inspired aperitivo featuring spritzes, seasonal cocktails, and cicchetti, before transitioning to dinner. An Italian-forward wine program, mystical design touches, patio, and private dining room round out the new concept; ellizabetta.comWalter Reed Gets a Slice: Pizza master Giulio Adriani has opened Slice & Pie’s 4th and largest location at The Parks at Walter Reed, serving the shop’s full menu of New York and Detroit-style pizzas alongside meatballs, garlic knots, and specialty sandwiches. The new location officially celebrates its grand opening September 8 at 3:00 p.m., when the first 100 guests will receive a free cheese or pepperoni slice. Slice & Pie has been ranked the #2 slice shop in the U.S. by 50 Top Pizza for 3 consecutive years, with favorites including the Burrata Pie and Classic Detroit-Style Pie; sliceandpie.comNew in the Palisades: Hospitality veterans Prady Rana and Bhakti More will open N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen in DC’s Palisades neighborhood on September 3, bringing the regional flavors of India to MacArthur Boulevard. Named for National Highway 48, the route connecting Delhi and Mumbai, the restaurant draws inspiration from the home cooking, regional cuisines, and roadside dishes found along the journey; nh48restaurant.comAggiorna!: Fabio Trabocchi’s downtown pasta house reopens this week following a brief summer closure for extensive renovations. The nearly decade-old restaurant has received a top-to-bottom refresh, including new flooring and tile, updated artwork, tabletops, and flatware, welcoming diners back to the refreshed space; sfoglinapasta.comOysters Raise Funds: Clyde’s Restaurant Group is partnering with Pangea Shellfish Company to support the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, with $4.00 from every bag of oysters sold donated to pediatric cancer research. Participating restaurants include Cordelia Fishbar, Rye Street Tavern, Old Ebbitt Grill, and all Clyde’s locations; clydes.comWellness Arrived: Miami-born wellness café Pura Vida Miami has opened its first location in DC in Logan Circle, marking the brand’s 3rd DMV location and 55th nationwide. The café offers Pura Vida’s full all-day menu of breakfast, wraps, bowls, salads, sandwiches, high-protein plates, smoothies, coffee, matcha, and seasonal specialties, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Designed as a neighborhood gathering space with the brand’s signature airy, greenery-filled aesthetic, the Logan Circle outpost is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; puravidamiami.comKareem’s Kitchen Lands: Kareem’s Lebanese Kitchen will open its 1st Maryland location at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg on August 24, bringing the Eido family’s generations-old Lebanese cooking traditions to the area. Led by 3rd-generation Chef Rachid Eido, whose background includes the Four Seasons and restaurants throughout the Washington region, the menu features handmade mezze, shawarma, fresh-baked pita, Farrouj, slow-cooked Lamb Mouzat, and other family recipes, plus a Maryland-inspired crab hummus created for the new location. Kareem’s first opened in Naples, Florida, in 2018, and its Maryland debut brings Eido back to a region where he built much of his culinary career. An official ribbon cutting with tastings, restaurant tours, and a chance to meet the family will take place September 1 at 11:00 a.m.; kareemskitchen.comA Beautiful Australian Wine Passport: Beauty is bringing 6 weeks of Austrian wine, tastings, travel stories, and interactive programming to National Landing from September 4 through October 16. Inspired by owner Zena Polin’s recent wine trip to Austria, the celebration kicks off with a tasting featuring Austrian wine importer and expert Klaus Wittauer, along with the launch of the Beauty Austrian Wine Passport. Throughout the promotion, guests can earn entries toward a magnum of Weingut Steininger sparkling wine by tasting and purchasing Austrian wines, attending events, listening to Austrian-focused episodes of Beauty’s When You Just Want a Glass of Wine podcast, and more. September’s Bellezza Wine Club will also spotlight bottles selected during Polin’s trip, giving guests a deeper look at Austrian grapes, winemakers, and regions; beautychampagneandsugar.comNOT NEW, BUT NOTEWORTHY:What To Do With All Those Tomatoes: The Fountain Inn is leaning into peak summer produce with a new seasonal menu featuring dishes like Gazpacho “Ajoblanco” with green grapes and roasted almond, Scallop “Ceviche,” Burnt Tomato Salad with stone fruit, and Basil & Burrata Caramelle. For something heartier, there’s Stuffed Bobo Farms Chicken with ratatouille, followed by summery desserts like a Stone Fruit & Banana Tart or Chocolate Baked Alaska; fountaininndc.comFrom Chicago, With Love: Husband-and-wife duo G. Bradley Shorten and Meg Schmitt are bringing a new neighborhood bar to Dupont Circle inspired by Midwest hospitality and Italian-American comfort food. The menu centers on tavern-style pizza and scratch-made pasta, with Schmitt lending her cheesemaking expertise to house-made ricotta, mozzarella, and stracciatella. Classic cocktails, Italian wines, and local beer round out the experience; lamernadc.comWorth the Trip: America's longest-running soda fountain has officially reopened following a 4-year restoration of its historic Fredericksburg home. Dating back to 1869, the beloved landmark returns with its restored lunch counter, classic soda fountain favorites, nostalgic sandwiches, hand-mixed sodas, and milkshakes, while Executive Chef D'Andre Sykes brings a fresh perspective to the kitchen. The revitalized space also features local artisan goods, with a new downstairs concept, Section 7, set to open later this year; goolricksfxbg.comIndustry Update - F&B Alert: The Dupont Circle Hotel has appointed Shaun Henesy as its new Director of Food & Beverage, overseeing The Pembroke, Doyle Bar, and Doyle & Co. Henesy brings more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience, with a background spanning Forbes Five-Star resorts, boutique hotels, Michelin-caliber culinary programs, and high-volume operations. Throughout his career, he has worked alongside acclaimed culinary talents including Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Eric Ripert, Geoffrey Zakarian, and Michael Schulson. In his new role, Henesy will focus on evolving the hotel’s dining experiences while strengthening their connection to the Dupont Circle community; doylecollection.comA Little Birdie Told Me (Brunch Alert): Weekend brunch is on at Little Birdie every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with playful twists on brunch classics. Highlights include Cacio e Pepe Biscuits ’N’ Gravy, Honey Butter Chicken with johnny cakes, lemon custard-filled Sourdough French Toast, the brisket-topped Birds Nest, and a BLT Benny with dill hollandaise; littlebirdieva.comIt’s a Bargain?: Chef Ryan Ratino and Hive Hospitality’s new steakhouse is now DC’s only certified Kobe Beef restaurant and one of a select number in the country. To celebrate, guests can experience premium Kobe Beef from Japan for $35.00 per ounce, a significant drop from the $100.00+ price often seen elsewhere; oxandolive.comAnise-Hyssop Ice Cream? Tell Me More: Maison Bar à Vins is celebrating late-summer ingredients with new dishes including Heirloom Tomatoes with whipped feta and raspberry vinaigrette, Miso Caesar with cured duck egg, and Squid Ink Campanelle with Maryland crab and fra diavolo. For dessert, the team is churning anise-hyssop ice cream in-house, using herbs harvested straight from the restaurant’s patio garden and serving it with blackberry and green Chartreuse; maisondc.comNew in Bethesda: Husband-and-wife team Raymond and Amy Yu have opened Sushi Masato, a new family-owned Japanese restaurant in downtown Bethesda bringing Michelin-trained expertise and traditional Japanese techniques to the neighborhood. The restaurant will open on August 19, offering nigiri, sashimi, specialty rolls, seasonal seafood, and 3 omakase-inspired tasting menus priced at $58.00, $78.00, and $98.00 per person; sushimasato.comLunch & Breakfast, Now at Marcus DC: Executive Chef Anthony Jones has debuted breakfast and lunch service at Marcus DC, bringing his exploration of the Black diaspora and his Southern Maryland roots to the restaurant’s daytime menus. Breakfast highlights include M’s Chicken & Waffles and the Banneker Breakfast Plate, while lunch brings dishes like Shrimp & Grits, a Shrimp & Lobster Roll, Crispy Coconut Rice with grilled salmon, and Jones’ family-inspired Thunder and Lightning salad with summer tomatoes and cucumbers. Breakfast is served 7:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; marcusdc.comBaklava French Toast Sounds Good (Brunch Alert): The Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, Falcon & Fig, is now serving weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Executive Chef Ahmed Ibrahim’s new menu puts a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spin on brunch favorites with dishes like Baklava French Toast, Salmon Benedict, and Mediterranean Avocado Toast, alongside signature tapas, cheese and charcuterie boards, wines, and handcrafted cocktails; falconandfig.comOmakase at Oribu: Oribu has introduced a new chef’s omakase experience showcasing seasonal seafood through the restaurant’s signature blend of Japanese craftsmanship and Mediterranean influence. Priced at $145.00 per person, the tasting is tailored to guests’ palates and preferences, with courses evolving around the day’s finest offerings; oribudc.comSacre Sucre & Their Pizza: The Fells Point bakery and café is turning dinner into a new tradition with Pizza Nights every Wednesday and Thursday. Guests can dig into artisan pizzas made with naturally fermented dough alongside wine, cocktails, and Sacre Sucré’s signature desserts. Pizza Nights will run through the end of October, with the possibility of becoming a permanent offering; sacresucre.comPower Lunch (Lunch Alert): Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj and Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Cardona have introduced weekday lunch at Rosselli, bringing a refined Italian midday menu to downtown DC. Served Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the new offering features house-made pastas, antipasti, panini, and seasonal entrées, with highlights including the Tenderloin & Caramelized Onion Panino, Linguine alle Vongole, Rigatoni al Forno, and Burrata Pugliese. Paired with Italian wines by the glass, the new lunch service is designed for everything from business meetings to leisurely afternoons; rossellidc.com

Summer drinking season in the DMV looks a little different than the rest of the year - and no matter what the calendar says, we are still here for it all. Wine lists get lighter and colder, spritzes return to every cocktail menu in town, frozen drinks make their comeback, and bartenders start leaning into seasonal ingredients like berries and herbs and tomatoes from local farms. Even beer gardens and breweries shift into warm-weather mode with seasonal pours and outdoor events.Here at TheListAreYouOnIt.com, we’ve rounded up all the can’t-miss cocktails, happy hours and summer sipping events happening around the DMV right now.- Make a night of it with a show + a great pre or post-theatre cocktail or dinner with our theatre + dining guide (here)- This week’s list of The List’s favorite food finds is right here- From cocktail pop-ups and wine tastings to brewery events + summer beverage happenings around the region, we’ve got those covered here- Looking for outdoor sipping season? Check out our Patio Pleasures + Up On The Roof roundups featuring patios, rooftops, courtyards & outdoor cocktail spots all across the DMV.So much more glass-raising goodness below:MARK YOUR CALENDAR Bar Betsie Pop Up: Union Market’s Bar Betsie is going beyond the glass this September with a rotating lineup of one-night-only food pop-ups pairing local culinary talent with the bar’s cocktails and wine. The series kicks off September 1 with Chefs Apple and Khan serving an Asian-inspired cookout menu featuring Wagyu Nori Hot Dogs and oysters, followed by Toot Toot on September 6 with Lebanese manoushe, cookies, and more. On September 15, Fish Shop takes over happy hour with seafood and a special menu created for the occasion. All three pop-ups are first come, first served; barbetsiedc.comRustico Oktoberfest: Rustico is transforming its bar and patio into a Bavarian-inspired beer hall and garden for Oktoberfest on September 19 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. The free celebration will feature 8 rare and seasonal Märzens, Festbiers, and other German-style brews, plus live Oompah music from The Alpine Players from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and the annual stein-hoisting contest. Bavarian-inspired food specials include beer bratwurst, pork schnitzel, jumbo pretzels with beer cheese, käsespätzle, sauerbraten, and Black Forest cake, with more available à la carte; rusticorestaurant.com2nd Annual Café Diem: The second annual Annapolis Coffee Crawl returns September 27 through October 4, bringing together more than 30 cafés, bakeries, restaurants, and bars for 8 days of coffee-themed offerings around National Coffee Day. Atlas Restaurant Group spots The Admirals Cup, Marmo, and The Choptank will join the citywide celebration with nighttime coffee cocktails, while guests can use a free digital pass to explore participating locations throughout the crawl; visitannapolis.orgSnallygaster: The District's beloved craft beer festival returns October 10, taking over 4 blocks of Pennsylvania Avenue NW with 450+ beers from 175 breweries around the world. Along with rare pours and appearances by renowned brewers, guests can enjoy cider, wine, cocktails, live music, food from 25+ vendors, a Shop Made in DC makers market, games, and family-friendly activities. Tickets go on sale July 7 at 10:00 a.m., with proceeds supporting Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food & Agriculture and its mission to build a more equitable regional food system; snallygasterdc.comOyster Wars: Oyster Wars returns Sunday, October 11, bringing together oyster farmers, acclaimed chefs, and seafood lovers for an afternoon celebrating East Coast oyster culture. Guests can taste freshly shucked oysters from 10 farms spanning Maryland, Virginia, Rhode Island, and Maine, alongside dishes from chefs including Kyle Bailey, Gabe Erales, Manuel Perez, Seng Luangrath, Reid Shilling, and more. VIP entry begins at 2:00 p.m., with general admission from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., and a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership and its Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts. Early Bird tickets are $90.00 for VIP and $70.00 for general admission; thesaltline.comChefs for Equality: One of DC's premier culinary fundraisers returns October 19 with this year's "United Plates of America" theme, bringing together top local chefs, mixologists, and restaurateurs for collaborative dinners benefiting the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Hosted across six venues, the event features chef-driven dinners, cocktail pairings, and a new dedicated cocktail experience at Silver Lyan. Tickets are on sale now; chefsforequality.org NEW & NOTEWORTHY: No PSL Here: The Fountain Inn is welcoming fall with a new cocktail menu pairing classic techniques with stories inspired by Washington, D.C. Highlights include the Rebellious Old Fashioned infused with baking spices and a choice of whiskey, the Vanilla Beane Highball with vodka cream soda and strawberry coconut foam, and the Sam “The Man” Burns Grasshopper Ramos with crème de cacao, crème de menthe, whipping cream, and egg white; fountaininndc.comSounds Disgusting: La Merna’s smoky Coffee & Cigarettes cocktail offers a playful finish to dinner, combining smoked amaro, espresso, and nutmeg. Inspired by nights spent in Chicago taverns and Roman terrazze, the drink is even served with a cigarette to enjoy on the walk home; lamernadc.comBarrel of Fun: Capitol Hill’s longtime whiskey bar has refreshed its cocktail and food menus, putting a new spin on classics while staying rooted in its whiskey and bourbon expertise. New drinks include the Brown Butter Old Fashioned, Black Manhattan, Freezer Martini, and tiki-inspired Port Light, alongside updated food offerings like Biscuits and Charcuterie, a Fried Cod Sandwich, and new bar snacks. Happy hour runs Monday through Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Friday beginning at 2:00 p.m., with discounted Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, whiskey, beer, wine, and bites. The weeknight lineup also brings $10.00 Mystery Happy Meals every Monday, featuring a surprise beer, shot, and toy, plus rotating cocktail specials throughout the week; barreldc.comNational Bourbon Heritage Month at Jack Rose Dining Saloon: Jack Rose is celebrating National Bourbon Heritage Month throughout September with a month of tastings, cocktail specials, bourbon-infused dishes, and special events. Guests can sip rotating $12.00 bourbon cocktails, including an Old Fashioned, Bourbon Espresso Martini, and Milk Punch, alongside complimentary Monday tastings and dishes like Whiskey Wings and Bourbon Glazed Pork Belly. Special events include a September 13 summer releases tasting, Brunch with Jim Beam Master Distiller Fred Noe on September 20, and a Vintage Bourbon Tasting on September 27 featuring bottles from the 1970s and ’80s; jackrosediningsaloon.comGet a Clue: McClellan’s Retreat is leaning into nostalgia with a limited-time Clue-inspired cocktail menu available throughout September and October, with drinks referencing characters and game pieces from the classic mystery. On October 18, the bar will host a free Clue movie watch party, with doors at 3:00 p.m. and the film beginning at 4:00 p.m. The menu also features the savory Wadsworth, made with tequila, mezcal, dry vermouth, house-made tomato cheong, and house brine, with $1.00 from every Wadsworth sold donated to PBS in honor of Tim Curry; mcclellansretreat.comA Little Bit Will Do Ya: A new subterranean cocktail den has opened beneath Barrel on Capitol Hill, bringing an intimate 32-seat bar and cocktail program from lead bartender Decker Beasley, formerly of Service Bar and Bresca. The menu pairs personal, inventive drinks like the Garden Girls with gin, honeydew, lime, and chamomile ash salt and Skipping School with aged rum, mezcal, cornbread honey, and citrus-milk punch, alongside classics and a customizable tableside Martini Service. Guests can also order from Barrel’s extensive whiskey collection and snack on Charcuterie and Biscuits, Grilled Cheese, Tinned Fish, and Shrimp Ceviche; thebitdc.comProst! Oktoberfest Alert: Prost kicks off more than 2 weeks of Oktoberfest festivities on September 19 with a traditional wooden keg tapping, complimentary beer while the keg lasts, Bundesliga Brunch, and plenty of lederhosen and dirndls. Celebrations continue through October 4 with Oktoberfest trivia, Puptoberfest, stein-hoisting competitions, German beer and cocktail takeovers, live music, weekend brunches, giveaways, and more. Guests can also catch special pours from Paulaner, Weihenstephaner, Hacker-Pschorr, and B. United throughout the celebration; prostdc.com; Click here to view our calendar for more information on specific events.Winetoberfest: Lulu’s Winegarden is welcoming fall with the return of Winetoberfest from September 18 through November 8, transforming its indoor and outdoor spaces with grape vines, gourds, harvest baskets, and amber-hued foliage. The seasonal pop-up pairs the décor with German, Austrian, and Alsatian wines, cowboy boots filled with Festbier, and fall cocktails like pumpkin pie Negronis, apple cider margaritas, and Concord grape spritzes. The festivities also include a CRUSH walkaround tasting on September 20, featuring unlimited tastes of 25+ fall wines, all-you-can-eat breakfast tacos, and discounted take-home bottles for $55.00 per person, with sessions at 12:00 and 2:00 p.m.; luluswinegarden.comRaise a Glass of Bourbon: The Fountain Inn is celebrating National Bourbon Heritage Month throughout September with special bourbon-focused offerings. Sip the Dirty Bourbon Pumpkin Spice Latte ($19.00) or bring the celebration home with Provenance at Home ($150.00), featuring 2 Fountain Inn single-barrel bourbon selections and a Glencairn glass.; fountaininndc.comOktoberfest Starts in September: Atlas Brew Works is celebrating the release of its seasonal Festbier with 3 days of Oktoberfest festivities across its DMV taprooms September 10–12. The celebrations kick off at Atlas Navy Yard on September 10, followed by Atlas Alexandria on September 11 and Atlas Bridge District on September 12, with $5.00 Festbier pints, $9.99 6-packs, discounted beer, live Oompah bands, and limited-edition Festbier steins. Bridge District will also serve a special Oktoberfest menu featuring brats, sauerkraut, and giant pretzels. The 6.1% ABV Festbier, a lighter and hoppier take on a traditional Oktoberfest beer, is also available at all three taprooms; atlasbrewworks.comA Manhattan with a Pittsburgh Twist: Pittsburgh-based Wigle Whiskey has released a ready-to-serve Manhattan that brings Pennsylvania rye back to the classic cocktail historically built around the regional whiskey style. The bottled cocktail combines Wigle’s Pennsylvania rye with Little City Sweet Vermouth, a New York-made vermouth crafted with 53 botanicals, and can be served simply over ice with a cherry. At 34% ABV, the 750 ml bottle is priced at $35.00 and features notes of cherry, bitters, and charred orange. It is available at Wigle’s Pittsburgh locations and online for shipping within Pennsylvania and DC; wiglewhiskey.comScene and Be Seen: Chef Michael Mina’s flagship restaurant inside the Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC has unveiled its newly redesigned Bourbon Lounge, marking the restaurant’s first major renovation since opening in 2008. Inspired by Georgetown’s historic residential salons, the new standalone lounge pairs an intimate setting with inventive cocktails like the Bourbon Steak Rob Roy and Capital City Margarita and elevated bar fare including Mina’s signature Bone Marrow Burger, truffle popcorn, Wagyu skewers, and lamb kafta “pops”; fourseasons.comNOT NEW, BUT NOTEWORTHY: Sake Club at Perry’s: Perry’s latest Sake Club release explores “Effervescent, Unfiltered, & Unpasteurized: The Dynamic Side of Ginjo.” Curated by James Beard Award-winning Chef Masako Morishita and sake expert Devin Sparks, the $98.00 collection includes two 720ml bottles showcasing distinctive ginjo styles, with a premium sparkling nigori available as a $72.00 add-on. Members also receive 10% off their Perry’s check on pickup day, with boxes available September 2 from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.; perrysam.comTheater Kids’ Cocktails: Kbird Bar is mixing craft cocktails, community events, and local art this August. In addition to weekly Wednesday trivia, guests can browse a vending machine stocked with pocket-sized artwork and handmade goods from DMV artists. The month's lineup also includes a fragrance lab social, board game speed dating, an artist auction reception, a gin and vodka tasting, and a book talk, making Kbird a lively neighborhood destination beyond the bar; kbirddc.comCool Off: The North America’s 50 Best Bars #42 spot has added two new frozens to the menu, perfect for sipping on its dog-friendly patio. The Aji Kiwi combines blanco tequila, kiwi, white pepper, whey, lemon, green chile, and cumin liqueur, while the Fresa Traviesa blends mezcal with smoked strawberry, morita chile, fennel, and lime; pascualdc.comTrilogy of Tonics: Kyojin is cooling things down with 3 new seasonal cocktails designed for summer sipping. The lineup includes the Matcha No Kaze ($21.00), a refreshing blend of herb-infused vodka, citrus, tonic, celery bitters, and matcha; the Scarlet Elixir ($20.00), featuring Cabernet, apple brandy, and amaretto; and the tropical Fifth Element ($20.00), crafted with rum, velvet falernum, passionfruit, orgeat, and citrus; kyojindc.comNot For Long Pop-Up Bar Opens at Union Market: Gina Chersevani has opened Not For Long, a limited-run Italian liquor lair inside Union Market built around the phrase "cogli l'attimo," seize the moment. Beverage Director Michael Saccone crafted a menu of Negronis, Spritzes, and an Italian Margarita, with seasonal soft serve and gelato to close things out, all under a disco ball spinning Italian '70s tunes. It's open now, but true to the name, won't be for long. Thursday 3–9 p.m., Friday 3–11 p.m., Saturday 12–11 p.m., Sunday 12–9 p.m. 1309 5th Street. NE. @NOTFORLONGDC

Behind the Counter is where Nycci Nellis sits down with the chefs, sommeliers, bartenders, and hospitality leaders who make this town's food and drink scene what it is, the people doing the real work long before you ever pull up a chair. This time, we're talking fire, family, and the untold stories of Argentine cuisine with Chef Manuela Carbone.I met Manuela when Alex Resnik and Renato "Tato" Giovannoni were getting ready to open Brasero Atlántico in Georgetown, and I was immediately impressed by the way she took command of live fire cooking. There's a particular kind of confidence it takes to stand in front of an open flame and make it do exactly what you want it to, and Manuela has it in spades.also if you haven’t had her black bread … well … I don’t know what to say other than it is my kryptonite.Born in Buenos Aires, Chef Manuela Carbone is a globally trained culinary leader now serving as Executive Chef at Brasero Atlántico in Georgetown. She trained at Gato Dumas Colegio de Gastronomía and El Obrador Culinary School, then honed her craft in some of the best kitchens in the world —> COI in San Francisco, Chila in Buenos Aires, and Ekstedt in Stockholm and rising to Senior Sous Chef and representing Argentina on its 2019 Bocuse d'Or team, where she earned Best Commis Chef of the Americas. Fluent in English, Swedish, and Italian, she's since held executive chef roles at Canta Lola, SushiClub Brickell, Hideaway, and Fisher's, blending Nordic, Mexican, and global influences into bold, seasonally driven menus. She brings a rare mix of technical precision, creative vision, sustainability-minded thinking, and multicultural fluency to every kitchen she leads  and at Brasero, it all comes together over the fire.More Than Steak: Brasero's Executive Chef on the Untold Stories of Argentine Cuisine NN: What is something people underestimate about Argentine cuisine that you'd like to challenge through your leadership at Brasero? MC: I think people often see Argentine cuisine as only steak and asado, when in reality there is so much more to it, and so much more culture involved in the everyday food. Beef and parrilla are, of course, a big part of the country's identity, but Argentine cooking has developed so much further because of our history and our connections to other countries and cultures. At Brasero, I try to challenge this perception by always showing something more. We work with a lot of fire at the restaurant, but there are many more stories to tell through other products, not just beef, but pasta, vegetables, empanadas, sauces, and desserts (and not only dulce de leche, I promise). My goal is always for guests to understand the whole culture, not just think of us as a steakhouse.Waves of Spanish, Italian, and other Latin American immigration shaped Buenos Aires itself.  NN: How consciously are you tracing that lineage on the menu, versus just cooking the food you grew up with? How much does that specific, layered urban identity, versus a more general "Argentine" idea, inform how you think about the menu? MC: I think it's more natural than conscious. Buenos Aires is a city where all cultures meet and live together, generation after generation, and that influence is everywhere: in how people cook and eat, and in how they work and live. Some influences are stronger, like the Italian and Spanish, but I think they simply became part of the Argentine way. All those layers of culture and history mix together, and that's how we think about Brasero. It's not about recreating dishes, but about using history as a foundation to cook from, respecting the techniques and products they came from while evolving them into our own way. NN: Dishes like tortilla de papas or flan speak to the communities that shaped Argentina over generations. How do you decide which immigrant traditions to spotlight, and which to leave out? MC: For me it isn't about choosing what to spotlight and what to leave out, but about showing what we feel most represented by, and what surrounds us in everyday life. We've absorbed so much from different cultures and influences that it would be nearly impossible to capture everything in one menu. Instead, we focus on the traditions that show our identity and have stayed with us from earlier influences. Tortilla, flan, pasta, empanadas: all of these have roots elsewhere, but Argentines have made them their own. That transformation is what interests me most, and it's what we highlight at Brasero: everything that becomes a part of who we are.  NN: The king crab empanadas are described as a nod to a time when the ingredient was an everyday staple in coastal communities, not a luxury item. How much of your menu is built around reclaiming foods that were once humble, working-class, or regional, now told through a different lens? MC: A lot of our menu is built this way. Many ingredients we now consider luxurious or rare have very humble origins, and there's something beautiful in highlighting that. The king crab empanada is the perfect example. It's a wonderful representation of Argentina's coastal region, and we simply adapt it here to our needs and tastes. It also takes extra work on our end to bring out the finesse in these ingredients, elevating something everyday and giving it new meaning. NN: As executive chef, how do you balance honoring the specific culinary history behind a dish with adapting it for a Washington, D.C. audience that may not know that history at all? MC: Here in Washington, D.C., we try to find the soul of each product, represent where it comes from, and make it meaningful for our guests. Even if they don't know our history, they can still taste the storytelling behind it. DC has so much culinary diversity, so we try to make our food approachable. We refine our presentation and work with ingredients available here, while staying true to our flavors and techniques. NN: Is there a dish you'd consider the clearest expression of Argentina as a country built by immigrants, and what does it mean to you personally to put it on this menu? MC: It’s very difficult to choose just one dish or product, but I think empanadas are probably the clearest expression of this idea. The influences behind empanadas came from many different countries, and almost every country has its own version, but Argentina developed its own regional styles, fillings, and techniques. Every family, every house, every region and province has its own way of making them, right down to how they're folded. I think that's what makes them so meaningful. For me, this represents the idea of taking on influences and making them truly your own. That's what I want Brasero to represent: a cuisine that respects its roots but continues to evolve. We don't recreate the past. We give it the importance it deserves. Talking to Manuela, it's easy to see why Brasero Atlántico has become one of the restaurants everyone in this town is talking about. She's not interested in cooking asado and calling it a day, she wants every plate to carry a piece of Argentina's story forward, and that kind of intention is rare. Next time you're at Brasero, skip past the steakhouse assumptions. Order the empanadas. Ask about the fire. And say hello to the chef who's clearly still just getting started.

Photo: Lyndon LiAs summer does the slow fade, the trees begin to turn and autumn makes its grand entrance. The DC Area’s summer activations are, too, packing it up and now preparing for the seasonal shift. So. Much. To. See. And. Do:Blink and You'll Miss It! The Last Few Drops of Summer: Dive-In Movies at Hotel Zena: Float in the rooftop pool and catch a movie at Hotel Zena. Movies will be shown every Wednesday starting at 9:00 p.m. (weather permitting). Free for registered hotel guests. For attendees not staying at the hotel, passes can be purchased on Eventbrite for $30 per person, and include a bag of popcorn and a complimentary mocktail, or signature cocktail. Through September 9th. For movie line up and to book a pass, click here.The Square Rockville Summer Concert Series: Longer days, warm nights, and live music under the open sky—summer is officially sounding better. The Square Rockville has announced the 2026 Summer Concert Series, bringing a lineup of live performances to The Square all season long. Grab your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and dancing shoes. Whether you’re planning a night out with friends, date night, or a family-friendly evening, these concerts are the perfect way to enjoy summer at The Square. Fridays, through September 11. For a full calendar, click here.  Bethesda Summer Concert Series: Every Friday this summer, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., head to the corner of Norfolk & St. Elmo Avenues to enjoy a free outdoor concert, and food and drinks from downtown Bethesda restaurants. Just like in previous years, adult beverages will be available for purchase from local restaurants, and can be enjoyed within the concert site. Want to know who else to expect this summer? See the full line-up here. Through September 18, 2026.Tunes in the Triangle: Pack a picnic and get ready for another iteration of Tunes in the Triangle. Mt Vernon Triangle will break their free music series into A-Side/B-Side June and September segments to maximize optimal weather conditions. The June portion will be held in Milian Park, while the September session will be in Cobb Park. Don’t miss June’s all-star line-up of female vocalists. Wednesdays in June and September from 6:00 to 7:30pm. Free. RSVP here. City Ridge Summer Concert Series: Enjoy intimate outdoor concerts while dining and sipping from your favorite neighborhood spots—grab tacos, cocktails, or settle into a patio seat and take in the vibes. Every Friday through September; 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.; The Great Lawn by Taco Bamba - weather permitting. September 4 – Trio Caliente & DC Casineros: DC Casineros will be teaching a step-by-step class from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m., sharing moves from their world-renowned dance company. Trio Caliente brings the heat with fiery flamenco guitar, soulful vocals, and Latin dance grooves that will keep you moving all night. Expect salsa, rumba, bossa nova, pop, and more.September 11 – Jamie Moynihan performing an acoustic set, bringing locally written music along with some favorites live to the front lawn.September 18 – David Byass, a local Saxophonist and pianist, bringing an intimate evening of jazz fusion to City Ridge.September 25 – Karen Harris Band: Karen Harris is the City Ridge Music Coordinator who books all of the talent in each series. She opened the series and will be closing out this season with all of your favorite hits. Dance, sing along, and enjoy one last show with us to close out the summer.Let's All Go To The Movies:Island Cinema at The Yards: Enjoy three tropical-inspired movie nights on The Yards Sundeck featuring big-screen favorites, island-themed décor, activations and food and beverage specials from participating restaurants. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab dinner or drinks and settle in for a movie under the stars. “Soul Surfer” on September 3, “50 First Dates” on September 10 and “Blue Crush” on September 17. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Movies begin at sundown. 355 Water Street SE; The event is free to attend, but registration is encouraged. Register here.The Drive-In at Union Market: The Drive-In at Union Market is back for the 14th season. It’s the perfect blend of movies and munchies with amazing concessions. From street food to Michelin-starred fine dining, experience it all at Union Market District. Get tickets to watch from the comfort of your car or bring chairs and blankets for a cozy picnic-style setup in front of The Market. No tickets are needed to watch on Neal Place. Once a month through October. See full schedule and purchase tickets here.Family Movie Night at Tysons Corner Center: On September 18, families are invited to PenFed Plaza for a free outdoor screening of Disney’s Encanto, the animated favorite inspired by the culture, music and landscapes of Colombia. Bring a folding chair or blanket, grab dinner to-go from nearby favorites including Barrel & Bushel, Shake Shack or Earls, and settle in for the movie on PenFed Plaza’s big screen beginning at 5:30 p.m. The season concludes with The Nightmare Before Christmas on October 16. Free and open to the public.Met Park Movie Nights: Grab some friends, a blanket and popcorn as Met Park’s central green comes alive with a family-friendly movie series every other Friday. Settle in from 6 to 8 p.m. as favorites like Back to the Future, The Princess Diaries, Encanto and Coco play on the big screen. Every Other Friday, September 4 – October 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.; 1330 S Fair St, Arlington, VA; This event is free and open to the public. No registration necessary. More information here.What A Show!:Fall Back Concert Series at The Yards: The Yards waterfront transforms into an outdoor music destination for a three-part concert series featuring local bands and sing-along favorites. Grab dinner from neighborhood restaurants, enjoy food and beverage offerings to accompany live music overlooking the river. Thursdays, September 24, October 1 and 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. 355 Water Street SE; The event is free to attend, but registration is encouraged. Registration details coming soon.Folger Fall Lineup: From plays to concerts to exhibits, and everything in between, the Folger has what you need for the cooler weather. The Folger's fall programming also includes Folger Salons, Folger Book Club, Family Workshops, Printing Press Demonstrations, and so much more. Highlights include Folger Consort's Monteverdi's Legacy (Sept. 11-13); Folger Theatre's Measure For Measure (Sept. 22-Nov. 1); Exhibition: To Hear Her Speak: Black women and Shakespeare (Oct. 16-May 2); Folger Poetry's O.B. Hardison Reading with Cornelius Eady (Oct. 20, 7:30pm). See all details here. NaLa Noches: Spice up your Thursday evenings with NaLa Noches, a celebration of Latin music and culture at Metropolitan Park in the heart of National Landing. New this year, get on your feet for a short, beginner-friendly dance lesson hosted by Inspira Dance during the set break. Enjoy food onsite from favorite Peruvian Brothers and participate in art activities lead by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Every Thursday, September 17 – October 15 from 5 to 7 p.m.; 1330 S Fair St, Arlington; This event is free and open to the public. Register via Eventbrite. See all the shows coming to town in our Theater Roundup, here. Where Else You'll Find Us:Bluey x CAMP: Bluey’s House: Every toddler in the DMV is currently obsessed with Bluey, and this fall you can walk straight into her world. Opening September 4 at CAMP in Tysons Corner Center, this life-sized, immersive walk-through of Bluey’s house lets families explore every room, play games from the show, dance in the playroom, climb a two-story pillow fort and cardboard castle, hunt for hidden details, and catch exclusive animations, before finishing with a meet-and-greet and photo op with Bluey and Bingo. Bluey-themed merch is available for purchase, and timed entry tickets go every 15 minutes.Ghost Tours: For families with kids old enough to enjoy a good spooky story, Ghost City Tours — the world’s largest ghost tour company, runs haunted history walks, paranormal storytelling, and haunted pub crawls across DC and surrounding cities, led by local guides who know the city’s legends best. A different way to learn DC history, with a chill down your spine.Old Post Office Clock Tower: The historic Clocktower at Waldorf Astoria DC once again welcomes the public, reopening one of the city's most unique—and free—observation experiences. Get the chance to take in panoramic views of the nation's capital from atop the landmark Old Post Office building, a hidden gem that has long been a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The Clocktower offers sweeping views of Washington, DC from more than 300 feet above the city, along with exhibits that explore the history of one of the capital's most recognizable buildings. Open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Storytime Studio at the Hirshhorn: Kids ages 0–6 and their caregivers are welcome for an hourlong blend of educator-led read-alouds, play, and art exploration at the Hirshhorn’s Storytime Studio. Sessions run Wednesdays at 10 and 11 AM on an ongoing basis. It’s free, no registration required, though capacity is limited and entry is first-come, first-served, so arrive early. It’s a genuinely lovely way to introduce the youngest kids to art and storytelling right on the National Mall. For more information, click here.Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience: This virtual reality experience places you in Outer Space. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, the experience takes you on a seamless journey through the cosmos, from dazzling galaxies to the edge of a black hole. Climb aboard powerful telescopes and uncover the universe’s greatest mysteries in immersive 3D. Ages 10+; ticket prices start at $29; 926 F Street NW; for more information, click here. Sloomoo Institute: A new slime experience will open its doors at Tysons Corner this summer. Spanning 17,000 square feet over two levels, this sensory, ASMR-driven wonderland invites all ages to walk on slime at Lake Sloomoo, slingshot, and play with never-ending textures. The new Sloomoo features slime-making classes where guests can learn how to make Sloomoo Slime from scratch, host private birthday parties, experience the expanded DIY Design Bar with over 4 million combinations, smell exclusive new floral scents, and play in the interactive installations. Tysons Corner Center.Hershey Super Sweet Adventure: Embark on an interactive journey complete with games, active play and family-friendly moments designed to spark imagination and connection for candy lovers of all ages. Visitors will celebrate the perfect combination in Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, uncover the delight that wraps Hershey’s Kisses Milk Chocolates, master the art of the Twizzlers Twists, experience the bold flavors of Jolly Rancher candies and more. For its East Coast debut, the experience will feature never-before-seen activations including a playful celebration of Bubble Yum Bubble Gum and an all-new grand finale experience where guests can personalize their own Hershey’s Milk Chocolate bar wrapper with a selfie and other fun options. Tickets for Hershey Super Sweet Adventure will be available starting at $19.99 per person. HersheySuperSweetAdventure.com

TheListAreYouOnIt’s latest Theatre Guide rounds up what’s on stage across the region. Broadway favorites, touring productions, and bold originals — and you know we have smart pre-theatre dining picks near each venue. From black box gems to big-house blockbusters, the talent here is the real deal.Pro tip: Chasing post-show bites? Old Ebbitt Grill’s kitchen serves until 1 AM. Curtain down, forks up, people! Arena StageNew show info coming soon  Where to EatDel Mar by Fabio TrabocchiLimaniMoonraker at the PendryPhilippe Chow Capital One HallNew show info coming soon Where to EatFlore Cafe ModanOmeteo Starr Hill BiergartenStellina PizzeriaWren   Dupont UndergroundNew show info coming soon  Where to EatCasamaraChikoIrongatePizzeria Paradiso The Pembroke Folger TheatreMonteverdi's Legacy - September 11 through 13Measure for Measure - September 22–November 1, 2026Hamlet - March 2–April 11, 2027The Comedy of Errors - May 18–June 27, 2027 Where to EatChikoThe Duck and the PeachParaisoQuill and Crumb Ford’s TheatreNew show info coming soon  Where to EatJaleoMoon RabbitSuccotash PrimeThe Riggs Hotel National TheatreNew show info coming soonWhere to EatCafé du ParcOld Ebbitt GrillThe OccidentalVue Rooftop at Hotel Washington Olney TheatreSome Like It Hot - September 18 through November 8, 2026Kimberly Akimbo - March 18 through April 25, 2027Doubt: A Parable - June 2 through July 11, 2027  Where to EatBrew BellyOlney StationSalt and VineScratch Kitchen Round House TheatreNew show info coming soon  Where to EatAventinoBlack’s Bar and KitchenCubano’sThe Salt Line Signature TheatreNew show info coming soon  Where to EatCarlyleCorso ItalianOur Mom EugeniaStellina Pizzeria Shirlington Studio TheatreNew show info coming soon Where to EatCork Wine Bar & MarketJane JaneLe DiplomateMallard Pearl Dive Oyster Palace Shakespeare Theatre Co.The Score - September 11 through October 18, 2026Frida…A Self Portrait - October 8 through November 8, 2026A Midsummer Night's Dream - December 4, 2026 through January 10, 2027A Raisin in the Sun - January 23 through February 28, 2027Romeo and Juliet - April 23 through May 16, 2027Follies - Spring 2027  Where to EatOyamelTonariRasikaZaytinya Synetic TheaterNew show info coming soon  Where to EatBar CollineBeauty Champagne and Sugar BoutiqueNi HaoWater Bar Theatre JNew show info coming soon  Where to EatEttoIron GateHank’s Oyster BarMallard Warner TheatreNew show info coming soon  Where to EatCentral Michel RichardOlio e PiùThe HamiltonThe Henri Woolly MammothVenus - September 9 -through October 4Yasmin Elhady: Not Exactly a Nun - September 25 through October 4Hanukkah Spectacular - November 14 through December 13Ten Grand - February 1 through 28, 2027Bobby Robotowitz - March 29 through April 25, 2027Love I Awethu Further - June 1 through 27, 2027 Where to EatCentrolinaLucky DangerRasika

Once the temperatures hit the 70s in the DMV, we all want to be outside. Patio season is officially here and whether you are looking for a tucked-away garden, a lively sidewalk scene, waterfront dining, or a neighborhood spot perfect for brunch and cocktails, there are plenty of great places to post up this season.Honestly, we think we may have just about every patio in the city on this list,  and yes, there are a lot of them. Consider this your guide to dining al fresco around the DMV. Looking for rooftop season too? Be sure to check out our Up On The Roof roundup featuring rooftop bars and all the sky-high sipping & eating  spots all around the city.2Fifty Texas BBQ: Locations vary; 2fiftybbq.com 600T: 600 T Street NW; 600tdc.com a.kitchen+bar: 1010 New Hampshire Avenue NW; akitchenandbardc.comAl Dente: Dog friendly; 3201 New Mexico Avenue NW; aldentedc.com  ala: 1320 19th Street NW; ala-dc.com All Set: Dog friendly; 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring; allsetrestaurant.comAlta Strada: multiple locations; altastradarestaurant.com  Anju: 1805 18th Street NW; anjurestaurant.comApéro: 2622 P St NW; aperodc.comArt & Soul: Dog friendly; 415 New Jersey Avenue NW; artandsouldc.comAstro Beer Hall: Dog friendly; 4001 Campbell Avenue, Arlington; astrobeerhall.com Bar Betsie: 1328 4th Street NE; barbetsiedc.comBastille: 606 N. Fayette Street, Alexandria; bastillerestaurant.com Big Buns: Dog friendly; Locations vary in Northern Virginia; eatbigbuns.comBistro du Jour: 99 District Square SW; bistro-dujour.comBlue Duck Tavern: 1201 24th Street NW; blueducktavern.comBourbon Steak: 2800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW; bourbonsteakdc.comBrasserie Liberte: Dog friendly; 3251 Prospect Street NW; libertedc.com Calico: 50 Blagden Alley NW; calicodc.comCentrolina: 974 10th Street NW; centrolinadc.com Chaplin's: 1501 9th Street NW; chaplinsdc.com Cheesetique: 2411 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria; cheesetique.comThe Commentary: Dog friendly; 801 N. Glebe Road, Arlington; thecommentaryarl.comCork: Dog friendly; 1805 14th Street NW; corkdc.com Corso: 4024 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA; corsoitalian.com Crooked Run Fermentation: 22455 Davis Dr #120, Sterling, VA; crookedrunfermentation.com The Dabney: 122 Blagden Alley NW; thedabney.comDacha: Dog friendly; Shaw & Navy Yard; dachadc.com Daru: 1451 Maryland Avenue NE; darudc.comDauphine's: 1100 15th Street NW; dauphinesdc.comDel Mar: 791 Wharf Street SW; delmardc.com dLeña: 476 K Street NW; dlenadc.com Easy Company: 98 Blair Street SW; easycowharf.comElectric Cool-Aid: Dog friendly; 512 Rhode Island Avenue NW; electriccool-aid.comThe Falls: 370 West Broad Street, Falls Church; thefallsva.com Fairmont Courtyard Bar: Dog friendly; 2401 M Street NW; fairmont.com/washington Fiola Mare: 3100 K Street NW; fiolamaredc.com Fish Shop: 610 Water Street SW; fishshopdc.comThe Fountain Inn: Dog friendly; 1659 Wisconsin Avenue NW; fountaininndc.com Garden District: 1801 14th Street NW; gardendistrictdc.com Gatsby: 1205 Half Street SE; gatsbyrestaurant.com Grazie Nonna: 1100 15th Street NW; grazienonnaxoxo.comThe Grill: Locations vary; thegrilldc.com Hell's Kitchen: 652 Wharf Street SW; gordonramsayrestaurants.com Hen Quarter Prime: 2121 First Street SW; henquarterprime.comHeurich House: 1307 New Hampshire Avenue NW; heurichhouse.orgHook Hall: 3400 Georgia Avenue NW; hookhall.comImmigrant Food: multiple locations; mmigrantfood.comIron Gate: 1734 N Street NW; irongaterestaurantdc.com  Jane Jane: 1705 14th Street, NW; janejanedc.comJoon: 8045 Leesburg Pike, Vienna; eatjoon.comKing Street Oyster Bar: NoMa,, Potomac; kingstreetoysterbar.comLapis: 1847 Columbia Road NW; lapisdc.com Le Diplomate: 1601 14th Street NW; lediplomatedc.comThe Liberty Tavern: 3195 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington; .thelibertytavern.com Lyon Hall: 31 North Washington Boulevard, Arlington; lyonhallarlington.com Lulu’s Wine Garden: 1940 11th Street NW; luluswinegarden.comLupo Marino: 40 Pearl Street SW; lupomarinodc.comLupo Verde: 1401 T Street NW; lupoverdedc.com Lutece: 1522 Wisconsin Avenue NW; https://www..lutecedc.com Maison Bar au Vins: 1834 Columbia Road NW; https://www.Maker's Union: Dog friendly'; Arlington, Reston, The Wharf; makersunionpub.comMaketto: 1351 H Street NE; maketto1351.comMasseria: 1340 4th Street NE; masseria-dc.commatchbox: Dog friendly; Locations vary; matchboxrestaurants.com Matt + Tony's: 1501 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA; mattandtonysva.comMaxwell Park: 1336 9th Street NW; maxwellparkdc.comMGM National Harbor: 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD; mgmnationalharbor.comMidlands: Dog friendly; 3333 Georgia Avenue NW; midlandsdc.com Milk & Honey: Bowie, College Park, Fairfax; milknhoneycafe.com Millie’s: 4866 Massachusetts Avenue NW; milliesdc.com Mi Vida: 98 District Square SW; mividamexico.com  Mon Ami Gabi: 7239 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda; monamigabi.com/bethesda Moxies: Dog friendly; 1111 20th Street NW; moxies.com MXDC Cocina Mexicana: 1610 14th Street NW; mxdcrestaurant.comNina May: 1337 11th Street NW; ninamaydc.comNorthSide Social: Dog friendly; Locations vary; northsidesocialva.com Ometeo: 1640 Capital One Drive, Tysons; ometeotexmex.comOpal: 5534 Connecticut Avenue NW; opal-dc.comOpaline Bar & Brasserie: Dog friendly; 806 15th Street NW; opalinedc.com Ottoman Taverna: Dog friendly; 425 I Street NW; ottomantaverna.com Pascual: 732 Maryland Avenue NE; pascualdc.comPatty O's: 389 Main Street, Washington, VA; pattyoscafe.comPembrook: 1500 New Hampshire Avenue, NW: ThePembrook.comPerry's: 1811 Columbia Road NW; perrysam.com Philippe Chow: 653 Wharf Street SW; philippechow.comPiccolina da Centrolina: 963 Palmer Alley NW; piccolinadc.com Pisco y Nazca: 1823 L Street NW; piscoynazca.com The Point: 2100 2nd Street SW; thepointdc.com Pop Fizz Bar: 2108 Vermont Avenue NW; popfizzdc.comPrimrose: 3000 12th St NE; primrosedc.comProst: 919 5th Street NW; prostdc.comHank’s Oyster Bar at Q Street: 1624 Q Street NW; hanksoysterbar.com/dupont-circle  Queen's English: 3410 11th Street NW; queensenglishdc.comResidents DC: 1306 18th Street NW; residentsdc.comThe Royal: 501 Florida Avenue NW; theroyaldc.comThe Salt Line: Arlington; Bethesda; Navy Yard DC; thesaltline.com  Sfoglina: Downtown DC; Rosslyn, VA; Van Ness Street NW; sfoglinapasta.com   Shaw’s Tavern: 520 Florida Avenue NW; shawstavern.comSonny's Pizza: 3120 Georgia Avenue NW; sonnyspizzadc.comSt Anselm: 1250 5th Street NE; stanselmdc.com Stable DC: 1324 H Street NE; stabledc.comStellina: Mt Vernon Triangle; Tyson's; Union Market; stellinapizzeria.com Supra: 1205 11th Street NW; supradc.com Taco Bamba: Some dog friendly; Locations vary; tacobamba.comTaberna del Alabardero: 1776 I Street NW; alabardero.com Taqueria Xochi: Locations vary; taqueriaxochi.com Terra Gaucha: 1651 Chapman Avenue, Rockville; https://www.terragaucha.com THRōW Social D.C.: 1401 Okie Street NE: throwsocial.com Tony & Joe’s: 3000 K Street NW; tonyandjoes.comUnconventional Diner: Dog friendly; 1207 Ninth Street NW; unconventionaldiner.com Vagabond: 1836 18th Street NW; vagabonddc.com Villa Yara: 2815 M Street NW; villayaradc.com Zaytinya: 701 9th Street NW; zaytinya.comZeppelin: Dog friendly; 1544 9th Street NW; zeppelindc.com

When the weather turns warm in the DMV, we all suddenly start looking up. Rooftop season is officially here and whether it is cocktails at sunset, brunch with a breeze  or just an excuse to linger outside a little longer, there is no shortage of spots around town to do it.We’ve rounded up rooftop spots all across the DMV for all your sipping and dining while taking in the view. Honestly, there are a lot of them and we’ve done our best to get them all on this list. Not a fan of heights and more of a patio person? We’ve got you there too. Check out our Patio Pleasures roundup featuring all the courtyards, gardens, and sidewalk patios throughout the DMV. 12 Stories at the Intercontinental: 75 District Square SW; www.12storiesdc.com801: 801 Florida Avenue NW; 801dc.com Amazonia: 920 Blagden Alley NW; causadc.com ART DC: 333 G Street NW; artrooftops.comBalian Springs: 6432 General Green Way, Alexandria, VA; baliansprings.com Betsy: 514 8th Street SE (Back alley); thebetsyusa.com Solset Bar at the Boulevard: 2915 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington; www.solsetbar.comBuena Vida Gastrolounge: 2900 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington; buenavidagastrolounge.com Capitano: 975 7th Street SW; capitanodc.com Casamara: 1337 Connecticut Avenue NW; casamaradc.com Ciel Social Club: 601 K Street NW; cielsocialclub.com Colada Shop: multiple locations; coladashop.com CUT Above at The Rosewood: 1050 31st Street NW; rosewoodhotels.com Deck 11 at Yotel: 415 New Jersey Avenue NW; deck11rooftop.comThe Delegate: 901 L Street NW; thedelegatedc.com Hell's Kitchen: 652 Wharf Street SW; gordonramsayrestaurants.comHi-Lawn: 1309 5th Street NE; hilawndc.comHive Bar in The Hive Hotel: 2224 F Street NW; hotelhive.comHotel Heron: 415 New Jersey Avenue NW; hotelheron.comIvy City Smokehouse: 1356 Okie Street NE; ivycitysmokehouse.comJack Rose Dining Saloon: 2007 18th Street NW; jackrosediningsaloon.com La' Shukran: 417 Morse Street NE; lashukran.comLady Bird Rooftop Bar at Kimpton Banneker: 1315 16th Street NW; thebanneker.comLimani: 670 Wharf Street SW; limani.com/washingtonLost Society: 2001 14th Street NW; lostsociety-dc.com  Lucha Rosa at The Moxy: 1011 K Street NW; atlasrestaurantgroup.com/properties/lucha-rosa Madam’s Organ: 2461 18th Street NW; madamsorgan.comMoonraker at the Pendry: 655 Water Street SW; pendry.comO-Ku DC: 1274 5th Street NE; o-kusushi.com  Officina: 1120 Maine Avenue SW; officinadc.comThe Perch at The Watermark: Dog friendly; 1805 Capital One Drive, Tysons; capitalonecenter.com/the-perch Perry’s: 1811 Columbia Road NW; perrysam.com Realm Rooftop Bar & Lounge: 899 O Street NW; donahoe.comOver Under, The Rooftop DC: 476 K Street NW; therooftopdc.comThe Rooftop at The Graham: 1075 Thomas Jefferson Street NW; thegrahamgeorgetown.comSalazar: 1819 14th Street NW; salazardc.com  Sauf Haus Bier Hall: 1216 18th Street NW; saufhausdc.com  Sly at The Morrow Hotel: 222 M Street NE; marcusdc.comSmoke & Mirrors: 867 New Jersey Avenue SE; smokeandmirrorsrooftop.comSUMMIT at The Conrad: 950 New York Avenue NW; conradwashingtondc.com  Syn: 1975 Opportunity Way, Reston, VA; synrooftopreston.com  Takoda: 715 Florida Avenue NW; takodadc.com  Techo Palma: 606 Florida Avenue NW; techopalma.comTiki TNT: 1130 Maine Avenue SW; tikitnt.com Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel: 2650 Virginia Avenue NW; thewatergatehotel.com Treehouse: 411 New York Avenue NE; treehouseunionmarket.com Vagabond: 1836 18th Street NW; vagabonddc.comThe Ven at Embassy Row, Tag Rooftop Bar: 2015 Massachusetts Avenue NW; thevenembassyrow.com VUE at Hotel Washington: 515 15th Street NW; thehotelwashington.comWhiskey Charlie: 975 7th Street SW; whiskeycharliewharf.comWild Days at The Eaton: 1201 K Street NW; wild-days-dc.com Yara at Washington Marriott Capitol Hill: 175 L Street NE; @yara_caitol_hill