Barracks Row Main Street is proud to celebrate Scott Drewno and Danny Lee of Fried Rice Collective —the creative force behind Anju, CHIKO, and I Egg You —on being named 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists for Outstanding Restaurateur . This national recognition highlights their continued excellence, innovation, and leadership in Washington, D.C.’s dining scene. Through Fried Rice Collective, Drewno and Lee have built beloved concepts that honor bold flavors, cultural storytelling, and...

Art lovers, welcome back— The Fridge is open again!  After a pause, this beloved Barracks Row art gallery has returned, bringing fresh creative energy to 8th Street SE. Known for showcasing bold, community-rooted exhibitions and emerging voices, The Fridge has long been a place where Capitol Hill comes to experience art that feels alive, local, and unexpected. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, now’s the perfect moment to stop in, see what’s on the walls, and...

A new kind of neighborhood gathering space is on the way to 8th Street SE. CIVIC. on Eight  is coming soon, bringing a fresh, welcoming concept built around one powerful idea: WE ARE THE INTERSECTION—where culture and community meet. From morning coffee runs to evening cocktails, CIVIC. is designed as a true neighborhood salon—a place for connection, conversation, and creativity. Woman-owned and locally operated , CIVIC. honors the legacy of Barracks Row while helping shape what’s next...