Z-Burger, Crossroads are Open; Free Tots at Duffy's

AWARDS SEASON— Two media popularity contests are over. Farmers market staple Mac's Donuts has taken the prize in Washingtonian's Great Doughnut Derby, while Flying Dog's Double Dog Double Pale Ale won the Post's Beer Madness. [Washingtonian, WaPo]

DOWNTOWN— New multicultural restaurant Crossroads has opened its doors at 1901 Pennsylvania Ave. NW; the restaurant is from Heritage India's owner. [EaterWire]

U STREET— It's the 7th anniversary for Duffy's Irish Pub, which means three words: "free tater tots." Ok, there are free wings and free drinks specials, too. [Facebook]

VIRGINIA SQUARE— Another opening: Z-Burger in Virginia Square. The construction took some time, but this is the chain's first foray into Virginia, at 3325 Wilson Blvd. [ARLNOW]

Duffy's [Photo: Facebook]