This is Eater’s updated directory of restaurants, bars, and cafes that have closed their doors throughout the holiday season and into January 2026. If you’re aware of any local establishments that have shut down, please inform us at dc@eater.com.
Adams Morgan: Le Mont Royal, a vibrant spot known for Champagne, cheese curds, and vinyl music, permanently closed on Sunday, January 4, coinciding with its three-year anniversary celebration. This bistro-bar hybrid, located in the former venue of Southern Hospitality, offered a downstairs lounge for nitro espresso martinis and dancing beneath 40 dazzling disco balls, while the more relaxed upper level featured cozy seating and a pool table. Its original co-founders, Chas Jefferson and Bart Hutchins, aimed to capture Montreal’s eclectic nightlife vibe with a strong selection of natural wines and artfully crafted dishes. Hutchins has since opened Butterworth’s, a popular Republican hangout in Capitol Hill. 1815 Adams Mill Road NW
Bethesda: The beloved NYC bakery chain, Chip City, shut down its only Maryland outlet in Bethesda on Friday, January 2. According to reports from MoCo Show, the popular cookie shop was established in Queens in 2017 and rapidly expanded with the support of a $10 million investment from Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer. The Bethesda location opened in 2023, with further expansions into Arlington, Virginia. Chip City featured over 40 unique flavors, including s’mores, Nutella sea salt, and blueberry cheesecake. 4939 Elm Street, Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda: After a successful operation of eight years, Lucky Strike closed its doors at the Westfield Montgomery Mall on Sunday, January 4. A representative shared this news with MoCoShow. The bowling venue still has locations in Gaithersburg, Rockville, and Bethesda. 7101 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, Maryland
Chevy Chase: After careful consideration, Cheesecake Factory has decided to close its expansive location, which has been a staple for 34 years, in Friendship Heights. According to a representative who spoke with Fox5, the last service day will be January 24, although a newer location near the White House will continue to operate. 5335 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Georgetown: The renowned cupcake bakery, Sprinkles, which was famously established in Beverly Hills in 2005 as the first bakery dedicated to cupcakes, has unexpectedly closed all its U.S. outlets as of the end of 2025. This includes its D.C. location on M Street, which opened in 2011, along with 19 other stores and over 30 “cupcake” ATMs nationwide. With this closure, Georgetown Cupcake remains as the primary dessert destination on M Street. 3015 M Street NW
Logan Circle: The vibrant Mexican restaurant Mi Vida, known for its colorful decor, closed its doors just before New Year’s Eve. This popular establishment, which had been serving patrons since 2022, is part of a brand that has another location in Chinatown and plans to expand to Philadelphia soon, along with a recent opening in Virginia Beach. D.C.-based Knead Hospitality, which also operates eateries like Gatsby, Succotash Prime, and Bistro du Jour, previously shut down its taco and tequila offshoot Mi Casa in Dupont in November. 1901 14th Street NW
Mt. Vernon Triangle: Renowned fine dining establishments Kinship and Metier, both helmed by chef Eric Ziebold, closed at the end of December after their 10-year lease expired. The closure brought an emotional response, with pastry chef Mary Mendoza of Centrolina sharing on social media how Kinship had provided numerous career opportunities for aspiring chefs like her. Last year also saw the closures of other Michelin-starred restaurants, such as Tail Up Goat in Adams Morgan and Reverie in Georgetown. 1015 7th Street NW
Navy Yard: Chicken + Whiskey, a popular spot in Logan Circle known for its slow-roasted Peruvian chicken and brown spirits, closed its location near Nationals Park in early January after its two-year tenure. This expansive venue was part of the Maryland-based Star Restaurant Group, which also owns Doi Moi and The Walrus Oyster & Ale House. However, the original 14th Street NW location remains operational. 70 N Street SE
Reston: The Matchbox location at Reston Station quietly closed its doors on New Year’s Eve, as reported by Greater Reston Living. The wood-fired pizza establishment, managed by Thompson Hospitality, now directs clientele to its nearby location in McLean. 1900 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, Virginia
Logan Circle: Bar Japonais, a sushi-focused lounge that took the place of Estadio in 2024, is currently closed for renovations. Recent signs posted on its entrance mention, “We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year.” The team behind Bar Japonais also manages the highly-regarded dumpling restaurant, Bar Chinois, located in D.C. and Arlington. 1520 14th Street NW
Navy Yard: The taco-and-tequila haven El Rey, popularized by Hilton hospitality brothers, has temporarily closed for the season. A message on social media indicated, “Time for a quick winter hiatus before the next season kicks off. See you in the spring.” 79 Potomac Avenue SE
