1314 U Street NW Washington’s newest sports bar collaboration is more than just wings and beer—it’s a love letter to Upstate New York. Upstate FTW, the latest project from acclaimed local restaurateurs Scott Drewno and Danny Lee, has officially launched in collaboration with Sports & Social. Scott, who was raised in Upstate New York, views this collaboration as a way of bringing his hometown flavors to DC. While Buffalo wings will take center stage, they are equally excited to showcase dishes like Beef on Wecks, Garbage Plates, Salt Potatoes, and more. For more information, click here.

1325 5th Street NE Chef Meherwan Irani has brought his James Beard Award–winning Indian street food to DC’s Union Market District. In Asheville, Meherwan and Molly Irani created a totally new genre of Indian restaurant in America, by showcasing everyday Indian culture and its underestimated street food with their downtown chaat house, Chai Pani. Helmed by two of the South’s most influential chefs: Chef Vishwesh Bhatt, leads the kitchen at Chai Pani DC. At Chai Pani DC, guests can expect exclusive menu items, inspired by Vish’s upbringing in Gujarat and decorated tenure at Snackbar, as well as "mindblasting" Chai Pani greatest hits including chaats like Okra Fries, Sev Potato Dahi Puri (SPDP), Bhel Puri, and Kale Pakoras, as well as Meherwan's signature Sloppy Jai, Vada Pav, and homestyle thalis. For more information, click here.Photo from Chai Pani Instagram

1961 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons, VA Level99, the groundbreaking new entertainment destination that’s redefining the landscape of entertainment for adults, has opened its first Mid-Atlantic outpost at Tysons Corner Center. The concept transports guests into a world where real-life games, cutting-edge technology, curated art, and dynamic dining by Victory Brewing collide. Spanning over 40,000 square feet, the venue features 50+ interactive mental and physical challenge rooms, Player-vs-Player arena duels, and stunning art installations. From puzzle-solving and agility tests to local art scavenger hunts, guests can explore the venue at their own pace or alongside friends in team formats. Highlights include the Axe Run, Mansion Banquet, and Ninja Swing. Victory Brewing is the adjacent food and beverage anchor in the space with a bold, brewery-driven menu, handmade cocktails, and a rotating tap list of acclaimed beers and local favorites. Guests can look forward to house specialties, including the award-winning, Detroit-style pizza, as well as elevated bar fare, hearty salads, and fresh, seasonal plates. Gameplay passes start at $29.99 per person for 2 hours. For more information, click here.

12015-E Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD Bao Bei has officially opened its first storefront in Rockville’s Montrose Crossing. After initially opening as a ghost kitchen in 2022, Bao Bei serves up a variety of Taiwanese street food dishes curated by Chef Kevin Hseih. Bao Bei was a finalist in the 17th season of Food Network’s The Great Food Truck Race.The space spans 1,903 Square-feet and is located next to Kosmo Nail Bar. Photo from Bao Bei Instagram

20964 Southbank Street, Sterling, VA Activate, the world’s first active gaming facility and viral social media sensation, has opened its first Virginia location in Sterling’s Cascade Marketplace. The 9,212-square-foot location delivers a mix of action-packed fun designed for players of all ages. Activate transforms group entertainment into an interactive, adrenaline-fueled experience. The new Sterling location features 11 high-tech game rooms – including the TikTok viral Mega Grid, Laser, Scan and Control, to name a few – designed to react in real time, keeping players engaged at every turn. Activate is open Monday - Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Friday & Saturday from  9:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m., and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information, click here.

1601 Connecticut Avenue NW Daily Provisions, the all-day neighborhood cafe, opened its first DC location in Dupont Circle. Daily Provisions serves a unique take on classic breakfast items with highlights including Signature Crullers, B.E.C., Chicken Milanese Sandwich, and more. In addition to its all-day menu, the Dupont Circle location will exclusively serve alimited-edition Half-Smoke Egg and Cheese Sandwich with Crispy Potatoes, created by Executive Culinary Director and celebrated Chef Claudia Fleming. Dishes are available to stay or to-go, as well as for delivery. Designed for both a quick bite or a more leisurely spot to catch up over lunch, the Dupont Circle location features indoor seating for up to 54 guests across a mix of 4-top tables, banquets, bar seats, and standing rails. For more information, visit their website here.

1220 31st Street NW Flor. Coffee + Books, a Buenos Aires-inspired café and bookshop, has officially opened just above M Street in Georgetown. Created by international author Florencia Agrazo and her partner Marco Ferrario, Flor. Coffee + Books offers specialty coffee, including their own coffee blend from Georgetown’s Grace Street Coffee Roasters, Argentinian and French pastries and soft serve from Dolcezza.  The menu also highlights dishes made with fresh, locally sourced high quality ingredients, including vegetarian and gluten free options.  Florencia “Flor” Agrazo is the author of The Gratitude Notebook, a series of 90-day visualization and journaling guides for consciously creating your ideal life. At Flor. Coffee + Books, guests can browse a curated selection of books in English and Spanish—focused on self-care, art, travel, and spirituality—alongside interactive games, Tarot decks, and blind-date-with-a-book picks, designed to support emotional well-being. The spacious 28-seat two story space with an outdoor patio is designed for connection, quiet reflection, and meaningful conversation. A whimsical gratitude machine called The Appreciation Station dispenses gratitude prompts to inspire intention-setting and journaling. Crafted by Chef Jovana Urriola, the menu includes offerings such as Argentinian empanadas, chipás, medialunas, sandwiches, toasts, bowls, salads, and pastries, along with hot and iced espresso drinks, matcha and chai lattes, and loose-leaf teas. For more information, click here.

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