Premium-casual Canadian restaurant chain Moxies is officially opening its first Washington D.C. location on December 9, at 1111 20th St. NW, near Dupont Circle. The new flagship venue, spanning over 8,000 square feet, will serve its signature menu of globally inspired dishes. The D.C. franchise is led by former Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson, who stated the Dupont Circle area is the "perfect place" for the brand's sophisticated and social atmosphere.