550 School Street SW Sushi by Bou, the popular micro restaurant concept known for revolutionizing the omakase experience, has opened its newest location at the top of the citizenM DC Capitol hotel. This new intimate restaurant is an immersive disco-themed playground that serves signature high-quality omakase menus crafted by Chef David Bouhadana. The restaurant’s sushi chefs expertly guide guests through a thoughtfully curated 60-minute omakase journey designed to be accessible. Guests can relax as the chefs handpick their menu, selecting either a 12-course sustainable fish menu ($60) or a 17-course "Bou-gie" upgrade ($100), which includes the classic 12 courses in addition to five seasonal dishes. Some highlights include hamachi, botan ebi, ikura, and much more. Free-flowing sake, inventive cocktails, and mochi for dessert are also featured at Sushi by Bou. Sushi by Bou is open Wednesday - Sunday from 5:00 - 11:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. For more information, click here.Photo from Sushi by Bou Instagram

1205 19th Street NW Thompson Restaurants has opened its seventh location of Wiseguy Pizza in DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood. Wiseguy Pizza is known for their New York Style authentic pies with a distinct, chewy, golden crust. The ingredients at Wiseguy Pizza come from the finest sources. Alongside the classics, Wiseguy Pizza has a rotating menu of specials which includes vegan, and vegetarian as well as fun flavors. Some highlights include Korean Chicken and Paneer Tikka, Cauliflower Gluten-Free 10-Inch Pies, and more. This new Wiseguy Pizza location features dine-in and carry-out services, both for customers who walk in as well as for delivery services and catering options. Wiseguy Dupont Circle also has an intimate indoor setting for 8 people and an expansive patio with seating for up to 30 people. Wiseguy Pizza is open Monday – Wednesday from  10:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m., Thursday from 10:30 - 12:00 a.m., Friday from 10:30 - 3:00 a.m, Saturday from 11:00 - 3:00 a.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 11 p.m. For more information, click here.

605 Wharf Street SW Pitango Gelato & Coffee has opened its sixth gelateria at The Wharf, within the Amaris condo building. This new location serves 20 rotating gelato and sorbet flavors, crafted with a traditional Italian Carpigiani freezer. Pitango places an emphasis on simple, high-end ingredients, from pistachios grown in Sicily’s Mt. Etna region to single-origin chocolates sourced from Côte d’Ivoire. Pitango makes its own gelato using organic milk from grass-fed Maryland cows. Their sorbets are handmade from whole, fresh fruit. In addition to their gelatos and sorbets, Pitango also serves a full menu of premium coffees, along with a variety of croissants, cookies, scones and pastries made in-house daily. The coffee menu features signature espresso, cold brew and drip blends created in collaboration with Vigilante Coffee. For more information, visit their website here.Photo from Pitango Gelato Facebook

1610 Capital One Drive, Tysons, VA Antonio Matarazzo and Chef Matteo Venini have officially the opened their fifth Stellina Pizzeria location in Tysons' Capital One Center. The menu at this new 4,700 square-foot full-sized restaurant stays true to the concept’s authentic Italian roots and features traditional dishes inspired by Northern and Southern Italian pizza and street food. In addition to food offerings, the new Tysons location offers private events, as well as pizza and pasta cooking classes. Stellina Pizzeria is known for its unique Neo-Neapolitan style of pizza, which sees Chef Venini use a biga and malted flour to create a high-hydration dough, which then undergoes a 48-hour double fermentation process. Stellina’s pizza menu features 11 signature creations ranging from classic Margherita to the Piccante. In addition to pizza offerings, Stellina will serve paninis, pastas, and salads alongside signature cocktails, beers, and wines. Stellina’s menu also includes a variety of traditional Italian sweets to follow meals. The space can seat up to 104 guests indoors and 22 guests outside. Stellina Pizzeria Tysons is open daily from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit their website here.Photo from Stellina Pizzeria Facebook 

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.