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Almost here
D.C. is waiting for Alfie's, the new Southeast Asian "expat bar" coming to Petworth from chef Alex McCoy. A recent Instagram post confirms their close and provides a little peek at the decor.
Goodbye, Hello
Hello Cupcake is leaving Dupont Circle. Borderstan reports the eight year old cupcake joint is closing. That's the second cupcake purveyor to depart in recent weeks. [Borderstan]
Awards season
Thrillist names its favorites of 2015. Maketto, Port City Brewing and Bourbon Steak Lounge are among the faves. [Thrillist]
Pho-cus on Tuesday
Tomorrow is "PhoNomNomenon" at Sally's Middle Name. They'll be serving the Vietnamese soup from 7-midnight for $10 a bowl.