INS & OUTS

BY ROBERT DEVANEY

NW. Sales under the pink tent outside the store were coupled with complimentary pink drinks for happy customers.

IN: THE TOX TAKES OFF

Speaking of Barbie, the Tox has opened on the second floor of 3003 M St. NW — “Bringing NYC’s Famous Lymphatic Experience to Georgetown.” As the business tells us, “The Tox Technique focuses on detoxifying your body & mind. The Master Tox is a technique that works directly with your lymphatic and digestive systems.”

IN: PASHA CASTLE ON M … EDITERRANEAN

COMING: ZADIG & VOLTAIRE

The seven-year-old business tells us: “We’re committed to protecting the environment and supporting fair labor. … The materials we use are vital to designing responsible products. …”

COMING: MANSE ON O

Near the new garden shop on O, Manse, “a housewares and lifestyle store focused on carrying unique and artisan-made products” in Old Town Alexandria, will occupy the former Arlandia Floors space — and, before that, the esteemed Antiques of Georgetown at 3210 O St. NW.

OUT (TEMPORARILY): BITTY & BEAU’S COFFEE

IN: KYOJIN OPENS IN CADY’S ALLEY

The upscale Kyojin had its soft opening on July 27 at 3315 Cady’s Alley, where the late, great L2 nightclub used to be. The 130-seat Japanese restaurant is brought to you by Jeff King and Peter Kannasute, of Yume Hospitality Group, which also owns Arlington’s Yume Sushi. The expanded space will allow for a sushi bar (advanced level prep sushi) and sake tasting counter as well as a dining area that features Kannasute’s specialty omakase menus. They’ve tapped Andrew Lamkin from the Graham Hotel to be mixologist. The space was designed by Miami-based Francois Frossard Design.

Mediterranean food rules … especially from Beirut. Pasha Castle Sweets & Tea opened at 3279 M St. NW. Here’s how they describe themselves: Pasha Castle has “a mission to deliver unparalleled Mediterranean sweets and tea experiences to the discerning palates of the D.C. area. Our deep appreciation for the richness of Mediterranean culture sets us apart.”

IN: SAY CHEESE! NOW AT THE GRAHAM

Business owner Suzy Nabil opened a new place for serving her grilled cheese sandwiches, salads and soups. It’s a bright, white-tiled annex to the Graham Hotel, at 1071 Thomas Jefferson St. NW, once the site of the Curios shop. The 2900 M project forced the neighborhood favorite Say Cheese!, formerly at 1132 29th St. NW, to move. The bistro closes at 4 p.m.

IN: HOME COURT … ADVANTAGE

Home Court — “Buy, Sell, Trade” — took over the space vacated by the Showroom at 1363 Wisconsin Ave. NW, which had taken over the former space of Riccardi Clothier. Like its previous occupant, the sneaker spot looks to trade, buy and sell basketball, training and running shoes.

MOVING (ONE BLOCK): GEORGETOWN FRAME SHOPPE

Because of the 2900 M Project, the Georgetown Frame Shoppe has left 2902½ M St. NW and has relocated to 2818 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, a few doors from Lugano — and between Bourbon Concierge and DTR Galleries. Established in 1989, the business is a leading dealer of fine art prints and works on paper.

IN: ‘BARBIE’ PROMOTIONS ARE IN THE PINK

From the AMC Theater on K Street, of course, to hair salons and clothing stores, all things “Barbie” were celebrated over the opening weekend and beyond as the blockbuster movie smashed records and made pink the temporary national color. Especially fun was the gang at Ella-Rue, the high-end consignment shop at 3231 P St.

COMING: CLARE V. ON WISC.

The Los Angeles-based Clare V. — founded by fashion designer Clare Vivier in 2008 — is setting up shop at 1238 Wisconsin Ave. NW, once the site of the trendy Tramps Discoteque. Expect hip handbags, accessories and apparel — with a nod to the brand’s vintage resale items as well as its EMC donations, “Every Mother Counts.”

French clothing brand Zadig & Voltaire appears destined for a move-in at 1227 Wisconsin Ave. NW, the former site of shoes and leather goods retailer Ecco. Founded in 1997 by Thierry Gillier, Z&V writes: “Zadig & Voltaire invents a diverse universe that thrives in the in-between.” (The business is named after the Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire and a character in one of his novellas.)

COMING: OUTERKNOWN ON WISC.

Another cool, sustainable clothing store is about to open at 1240 Wisconsin Ave. NW.

The “radically inclusive” coffee shop at 3207 M St. NW tells its customers: “Our DC shop is temporarily closed, but if you’re looking to get your Bitty & Beau’s Coffee fix, come visit us in Annapolis – just 33.1 miles down the road. We love you a latte!”

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! PAPER SOURCE CUTS 40

Georgetown’s other source for all things paper — at 3019 M St. NW — is celebrating its 40th birthday this summer. Paper Source opened in 1983 in Chicago, “as an elegant showroom for handcrafted paper from around the world,” the company says. “Sue Lindstrom, our founder, traveled the world and discovered countless artisanal treasures.”