Monday, June 30, 2025
In: Yala Greek Ice Cream by July 20
While hoping for July 4, Chrys Kefalas now plans to open the nation’s first authentic Greek ice cream shop at 3143 N St. NW on July 20. Yala Greek Ice Cream will open in the space formerly occupied by a bakery, and, before that, an EagleBank branch.
Meanwhile, Kefalas tells us: Before we open our doors on July 20, we’re inviting the D.C. community we’re proud to be part of—for an early scoop of something truly special.
Yala Greek Ice Cream is inspired by generations of Greek tradition, perfected in Greece, and now making its U.S. debut right here in Georgetown. This moment is our way of honoring the city we love—and the people who make it extraordinary.
Come share a scoop, a smile, and a little bit of Papou’s spirit.
Coming: Monos Travel
Monos Travel Luggage is set to open at 3124 M St. NW, previously a store for Atmos sneakers.
The Canadian business tells us: “We value simplicity, and we believe that a well-designed, premium suitcase doesn’t need to be loud and flashy – it simply speaks for itself. In today’s throwaway society of passing trends and mass consumption, we design our pieces to be timeless classics, with an understated aesthetic that stands the test of time.”
Out: El Centro
El Centro D.F. at 1218 Wisconsin Ave. NW closed yesterday. The Mexican restaurant by Richard Sandoval Hospitality made its debut in the old Third Edition spot 12 years ago. Sandoval’s El Centro on 14th Street opened in 2011 and closed in 2020.
“Ten Five Hospitality, behind concepts including Mother Wolf, Bar Lis and The Chap, has leased the roughly 6,500-square-foot space occupied by El Centro,” according to the Washington Business Journal. “Ten Five plans to bring a new concept to the storefront, which famously served as the exterior of the bar featured in 1985 film, ‘St. Elmo’s Fire.’ ”
The Journal added: “Dan Daley, Ten Five’s managing partner, bartended at Third Edition, which was replaced by El Centro, while attending Georgetown University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s in international relations and affairs. He jumped at the chance to lease the space when he learned it it was going to become available.”
The Los Angeles-based Ten Five is planning for a March 2026 opening in Georgetown.
Happy 10th: LiLi The First
Ifat? Pridan, owner of ?LiLi The First ?— “Inspiring Fashion for inspiring women” — at 1419 Wisconsin Ave. NW celebrated a decade of style, creativity and community on June 7. Congratulations!