Ownership in Washington DC
Explorer's Eatery receives occupancy certificate at 1600 M St NW
DC issued a permanent certificate of occupancy for the restaurant on May 8, reflecting an ownership change at the Ward 2 address.
Explorer's Eatery at 1600 M St NW in Washington received a permanent certificate of occupancy from the District on May 8, 2026, under permit CO2601862. The certificate lists Levy Partnership as the new owner and notes an ownership change as the basis for the filing.
The restaurant-classified space spans a main-level cafeteria of 10,563 square feet with a seated capacity of 264, plus a ground-level outdoor summer garden accommodating 88 seated guests. Total maximum occupancy reaches 485 persons standing.
The building-code use is designated Restaurants - A-2, and the space sits in Ward 2.
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