1633 17th Street NW After closing on H Street at the end of June, Kayu by Chef Paolo Dungca has officially reopened in a new location in Dupont Circle. The more casual, streamlined version of Chef Paolo’s former Filipino tasting room offers some new spins and old favorites from the previous menu, including a sweet corn agnolotti, Chef Paolo’s famous cassava cake with crab fat, jamón Ibérico, and trout roe, as well as ube bao bun chorizo burgers and crispy pork belly with a chickpea stew. Guests can enjoy a glass of Chenin Blanc or a tamarind margarita while snacking on some bites at the bar, or sit down for a full dinner in the airy 40 seat dining room. Patio seating will also be opening soon. For more information, click here.

6912 4th Street NW Wings on Deck restaurant is officially open in DC’s Takoma neighborhood. This longtime DC favorite relocated from its original spot on Georgia Avenue and is known for its mix of traditional and unique flavors of wings. The menu also includes a variety of homemade sides, as well as sandwiches, salads, and more. A grand opening celebration will take place on Sunday, August 17th at 3:30 p.m. Wings on Deck is open Monday from 3:30 - 9:00 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday from 12:30 - 9:30 p.m., and Thursday - Saturday from 12:30 - 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit their website here.

1700 K Street NW Partners Nasr El Hage, Nellie Elana Gebrail, and Dany Abi-Najm have opened a new concept, Barbouzard on K Street. Inspired by the glamor of the Mediterranean seascape and Cote D’Azur, the new dining destination blends sophisticated tastes with an alluring day-to-night ambiance. The 180-seat, 6,493 square-foot space features a bar and lounge, expansive main dining room, piano and DJ booth, champagne lounge, and lush outdoor veranda. Striking architectural and design plans include large-scale glass and steel structures complemented by luxurious, layered textiles. Barbouzard draws culinary inspiration from the vibrant summer destinations along the Mediterranean Sea, with a focus on the buzzy scenes reminiscent of St. Tropez and Cannes. The menu highlights highly seasonal ingredients, exquisite seafood and luxurious cuts of meat, plus charcuterie and cheeses, and an in-house bread and pastry program. An expansive beverage program with Old World wines, a deep champagne list, and a cutting-edge cocktail program complement the dining experience. In addition to the culinary offerings are plans for large-scale music programming, to include an in-house resident DJ as well as pianists, saxophonists, and violinists. Photo by Scott Suchman

2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW TACOCAT, Chef Tim Ma’s latest venture, has officially opened in Foggy Bottom’s Western Market. The new taco stall serves up a fun lineup of globally inspired bites, embracing a no-rules approach to Mexican staples. The menu features a variety of options like tacos, burritos, tortas, and more. Some highlights include the tuna taco, the wet burrito, the fry fish taco, and more. Early bird options as well as a $4 tequila shot to really kick off the morning will also be available. A daytime menu as well as larger bites are also available at TACOCAT. TACOCAT will also be debuting a full beverage menu featuring both a classic margarita and a spicy version, as well as a sangria-inspired beverage. TACOCAT is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. For more information, click here.Photo by Rachel Paraoan

10207 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD A new King Arthur Baking Company pop-up has opened in Bethesda’s Wildwood Shopping Center, located in the space formerly home to Indigo Octopus. The Bethesda store offers a wide range of baking essentials, including ingredients, mixes, tools, accessories, and kitchen appliances, and will be opening through the holidays, making it the perfect spot for holiday shopping. For more information, click here.

507 7th Street NW Celebrated chef, restaurateur, and television personality Gordon Ramsay has debuted Street Burger, his high-energy, flavor- forward burger concept, in the US (on the lower level of Street Pizza) for the first time. At this new location, Ramsay is introducing a new style of burger to the global Street Burger menu: premium American-style smash patties. The menu, largely exclusive to the DC launch, showcases Ramsay’s take on regional favorites with his signature precision and flair. At the heart of Street Burger’s US menu are chef-crafted burgers, featuring a premium five-ounce smash burger patty prepared with hand-selected beef, vibrant toppings, and Ramsay’s signature sauces. Each burger order includes a side of fries, with the option to substitute sweet potato fries. Menu highlights include the O.G.R., Hell’s Kitchen Burger, Truffle Burger, and more. Loaded dirty fries, milkshakes, chicken wings, and more are also available. For more information, click here.

3143 N Street NW Chrys Kefalas has opened his new ice cream shop, Yala Greek Ice Cream. The new shop serves up scoops using farm-fresh cream and premium ingredients from the Mediterranean in the style the Greek island his family is from serves ice cream. Flavors include options such as Baklava, Cherry Studded, Rocky Road, and more. Listen to Tommy McFly and Chrys Kefalas talk about Yala on Foodie & The Beast here. For more information, visit their Instagram @yalagreekicecream.Photo from @yalagreekicecream Instagram

1223 Connecticut Avenue NW Antonis Karagounis and Chef Giovanni Orellana have opened a new restaurant, Selva, in Dupont Circle. Selva is a union between Karagoinis’ Mediterranean heritage and Orellana’s Latin American roots. Menu highlights include Ceviche del Pescado, Arroz Chaufa, Pollo Loco, and more. Tropical cocktails are curated by industry bar veteran, Dennis Garcia. Selva’s jungle-inspired interior is paired with an electric Latin nightlife energy that accentuates the thread between dinner and party. The atmosphere is both intimate and lively, with 53 seats inside and 15 on the outdoor patio. Selva aims to be more than a restaurant—it’s a celebration of Latin American culture, resilience, and creativity, all seen through a globally-inspired lens. For more information, click here.

269 19th Court, Arlington, VA Ian and Eric Hilton have opened a new all-day brasserie, Bar Colline, in Arlington’s National Landing. Chef Brandon L’Etoile serves up steak frites, croque madame, duck confit, and much more in this new sister restaurant to Cafe Colline. Guests can enjoy meals on the expansive patio in a setting that is much larger than Cafe Colline with 300 seats throughout the indoor and outdoor spaces. Bar Colline is open Sunday - Thursday from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit their website here.Photo from Bar Colline Instagram

1309 5th Street NE Fancy Ranch Amish Fried Chicken has officially opened at Union Market. The joyful and flavor-packed pop-up concept is from husband and wife duo, Chef Reid Shilling and Sara Quinteros, and their team behind Shilling Canning Company. The fried chicken favorite promises craveable fried chicken and accompanying bites, plus economically-priced cocktails from the award-winning team. Fancy Ranch Amish Chicken is the pair’s love letter to the cult-favorite crispy fried chicken, and reimagined to be accessible, fun, and bursting with crunchy personality. For more information, click here. Photo by Farrah Skeiky