Marion Barry Avenue Market and Cafe

A José Andrés-Backed Cafe Named for Marion Barry Opens in Ward 8 | Eater DC

"Bringing aisles of fresh produce and fast-casual soul food to Anacostia, this new market and cafe honors the late D.C. Mayor Marion Barry and debuts September 27. Spearheaded by urban food justice nonprofit Dreaming Out Loud and partly backed by José Andrés’ Longer Tables Fund, it connects an underserved Ward 8 community that had only one major grocery store until now with affordable options. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily for pickup and on-site dining across indoor communal tables and a garden patio, and a demo kitchen hosts classes around cooking and nutrition. The market is stocked with locally grown fruit and vegetables sold at a sliding-scale price with voucher-friendly options." - Tierney Plumb