685 Wharf Street SW Kinfolk Southern Kitchen has opened at The Wharf. Created by EATernity Hospitality Group, this 5,500 square-foot Americana restaurant combines Southern home-cooked comfort foods with a warm and welcoming dining experience, so guests feel like they are at home. Some menu highlights guests can get excited for include Shrimp and Grits, Halal-certified Barbecue, 100-year-old Tandoori Chicken family recipe, and more. There are also craft cocktails, barrel-select bourbons, and classic-Southern-inspired desserts for guests to complement their meals with. For more information, visit their website here.Photo Courtesy of Kinfolk Southern Kitchen

6000 Merriweather Drive, Columbia, MD Mark Bucher has opened a new location of his popular steak frites restaurant in Columbia's Merriweather District, making it Medium Rare's fourth location overall. This new location features an outdoor patio that can seat up to 60 guests and faces the stage at Merriweather Pavilion. Medium Rare is known for their $25 prix-fixe menu of bread, mixed greens salad, fries, and steak colotte. A weekend brunch is also available. For more information, visit their website here. 

699 14th Street NW La Grande Boucherie has opened its first DC location and sixth location overall in the historic Bank Building a block from The White House. Founder Emil Stefkov drew inspiration from the carefree spirit of La Belle Epoque era. La Grande Boucherie blends the ambiance of a steakhouse with the vibe of a Parisian cafe. Corporate Executive Chef Maxine Kien designed the menu at this new DC location, which is filled with large-format meats, a raw bar, and classic and modern French dishes. Some menu highlights guests can get excited for include prime cuts like Filet de Bœuf or Filet Mignon Au Poivre, bistro classics like Soupe à l'Oignon, Moules a la Basquaise and Les Escargots, and much more. The wine list features a variety of options from France, while also highlighting some wines from specific regions in the US. The drinks list features La Grande Boucherie’s signature selection of cocktails, as well as three special cocktails made in collaboration with DC mixologist and winner of Netflix’s Drink Masters, LP O’Brien. The 14,250 square-foot space boasts a main dining room, as well as a 20 foot curved bar imported from Paris. La Grande Boucherie is open daily, serving lunch from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., brunch from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and dinner from 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. For more information, visit their website here.Photo by Rachel Paraoan

637 N Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD Chef Peter Chang has opened his ninth outpost of his eponymous restaurant in Gaithersburg. Guests can get excited for a menu serves tapas-style dishes, dim sum, and signature items such as Chengdu Garlic Steamed Pork Belly, Hot & Numbing Stone Pot Flounder, Shredded Tofu Skin Salad, and much more. Peter Chang Gaithersburg is open Monday - Thursday from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; For more information, click here.

5035 Wellington Road, Gainesville, VAWashington Wizards star and entrepreneur Kyle Kuzma has partnered with Mahana Fresh, founded by Dave Wood, to open the company's first fast casual concept in the DMV in Gainesville, Virginia. This new location is 3,000 square-feet and seats up to 60 guests within the tropical themed space. Mahana Fresh's gluten-free menu operates as a build-your-own-bowl model with guests selecting rice, noodles, greens, protein options, and more. The first 33 people in store on Saturday, April 20th will receive a Free Bowl. Everyone else will receive a $5 Bowl. Guests can enjoy other special grand opening offers from Sunday, April 21st - Friday, April 26th. For more information, click here.

1201 Half Street SE Jason Berry and Michael Reginbogin of Knead Hospitality have opened Beresovsky's Deli in Navy Yard, just in time for baseball season. Beresovsky's Deli pays homage to Jason's heritage and their combined love for New York-style delis. Beresovsky's Deli is not your average deli. They blend classic deli favorites with modern twists. Guests can get excited for a wide selection of “Sammy's” (such as the Reuben and the Tuna Melt), Knish, Matzo Ball Soup, and more. The 1,500 square-foot space offers counter service with up to 20 seats available on barstools or on the outdoor patio. Beresovsky's Deli is open daily from 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

636 Maine Avenue SW ZOOZ, located in the base of Amaris, has opened at the Wharf. This new 4,000 square-foot cocktail garden offers extravagant cocktails with desserts to complement, within a nightlife experience. The space is filled with florals and offers guests a selection of handcrafted cocktails, served tableside on bar carts. ZOOZ is open Monday - Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m., Friday from 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m., Saturday from 2:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m., and Sunday from 2:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. For more information, visit their website here.Photo Courtesy of ZOOZ Cocktail Garden

2399 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA The Landing Kitchen + Bar located within the recently renovated Hilton Arlington National Landing has officially opened. Executive Chef Lucian Weavil has created a menu that focuses on reimagined American classics that highlights fresh and seasonal ingredients. Some lunch and dinner highlights include House-made Meatballs, Mint Hot Dogs, Seared Salmon Filet, and more. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. The food menu is complemented by a diverse beverage program that guests can enjoy in the contemporary lounge and bar. For more information, click here.Photo by Hilton  

1813 Columbia Road NW A new upscale casual Eastern Mediterranean restaurant, Namak, has opened in the space formerly home to Mintwood Place in Adams Morgan from Partners Saied Azali and John Cidre. Chef Tolgahan Gulyiyen leads the kitchen at this new 3,000 square-foot restaurant. The culinary team has crafted a menu that blends traditional flavors with modern twists through diverse offerings such as spreads, soups & salads, mezze, and traditional entrees and kebabs. Some menu highlights guests can get excited for include Mirza Ghasemi, Iraqi Potato Latkes, Zeytoon Parvardeh, and much more. Namak seats up to 90 guests in its dining room and has additional seating in the semi-private dining room, bar area, and outdoor patio. Brunch and lunch service will be added later this year. For more information, visit their website here.Photo by Scott Suchman

1334 U Street NW The owners of The Alchemist DC have opened a New Orleans-themed bar on U Street, bringing the spirit of Mardi Gras to DC all year long. Guests can get excited for fish bowls, hurricanes, and other Bourbon Street favorites. From 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. on weekdays, guests can enjoy $5 Happy Hour specials. On Fridays and Saturdays, guests can listen to the DJ playing a mix of modern and throwback music. The food program at Voodoo Bar will begin this Fall at the start of football season, when they will also hot watch parties for LSU and Saints games. Voodoo Bar is open Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m., Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m., Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m., and Sunday from 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. For more information, visit their Instagram here.Photo Courtesy of Josh Valencia