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“Peak” at These Cherry Blossom Specials Blooming Around MVT!

Thursday March 12, 2026

The sun is setting after 7pm and the pollen is starting to swirl: it’s officially Spring in the District! And with the promise of longer days and warmer weather near, we’re also looking forward to celebrating the season with Cherry Blossom specials and deals around Mount Vernon Triangle. From specialty cocktails, to immersive experiences, wellness specials, and hotel stays there’s something for everyone here in MVT. So take a look, we “pink” you’ll like what you see:

2fifty Texas BBQ
414 K Street NW 
In honor of the blossoms, 2fifty Texas BBQ pastry chef Alma Umana is bringing back her Cherry Blossom Cakesicle. Check out this video from earlier in the week when Alma and 2fifty Pitmaster Fernando González stopped by the Fox 5 studio to share some secrets with the Good Day DC anchors on how to make the perfect Cherry Blossom Cakesicle!

AC Hotel
601 K Street NW 
The AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center is proud to be a preferred hotel provider for the 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival. To help guests celebrate the season, they are offering a Cherry Blossom Festival Package, which includes 2,500 Marriott Bonvoy points when guests book their stay at the property.

Additionally, they’re featuring a seasonal AC 75 cocktail at the AC Kitchen Lobby Bar in honor of the festival.

Bar Chinois
455 Eye Street NW
Back by popular demand: from March 20 – April 12, be sure to stop by Bar Chinois to order one of their “Peak Bloom” cocktails! Made with Les Grands Chais Strawberry Gin, Sugarbird Unfiltered Gin, Lillet Rouge, Hibiscus Simple, Lemon, Egg White it’s sure to get you into the springtime spirit!

bartaco
1025 5th Street NW 
Putting the “cherry” in “Cherry Blossom”, step up to the bar and order a La Cereza margarita made with Libélula Joven Tequila, Amaretto, cherry bitters, cherries, and lime. This is a special off-menu item that’s available exclusively at the DC bartaco locations!

Bhakti Yoga
928 5th Street NW
Blossom your practice this Spring with Bhakti Yoga! As the cherry blossoms get ready to bloom, let your practice flourish this season. Now through Wednesday, April 15 get one month of unlimited yoga for $115 and move with the energy of renewal. Learn more and claim your pass at bhaktiyogadc.com.

Ciel
601 K Street NW
Ciel Cherry Blossom returns for another fabulous year! Take in the 180-degree views of Washington, DC from Ciel’s balcony and the Cherry Blossom inspired-décor throughout Cherry Blossom season.

dLeña & dLeña ROJA
476 K Street NW 
Celebrate the National Cherry Blossom Festival at dLeña and dLeña ROJA this spring with a limited-time cocktail, “The Prologue: 0.1”. From Friday, March 20 through Sunday, April 12, the modern Mexican concept will feature the specialty cocktail inspired by the season’s iconic blooms. Crafted with tequila reposado, cherry and rose tincture, ginger, hibiscus, rosemary, agave, and a hint of smoked salt, the drink balances floral brightness with warm spice and citrusy depth.

Chef Carlos Camacho also released a limited-time menu at dLeña, highlighting vibrant spring flavors and refined global influences. Guests can begin with a chilled Heirloom Salmorejo Soup with creamy crab, squash blossom, lavender oil, and chili ash, or Tuna Bao Buns glazed in chipotle soy with citrus jicama and pickled Fresno pepper. Entrées feature a luxurious Wagyu Filet Mignon paired with agave sweet potato gratin, heirloom carrots, and guajillo–lobster cream with smoked chili demi-glace, alongside Halibut a la Leña with bacon jam, grilled bok choy, achiote ponzu, and caramelized spicy almonds. The experience concludes with a delicate Matcha Panna Cotta served with preserved cherries, pistachio gelato, and an amaranth tuile.

RASA
485 K Street NW
The team at RASA will be serving up a seasonal Blossom Lassi beverage this spring. Our recommendation? Order one to go and spend the afternoon strolling around DC spotting blossoms!

Stellina Pizzeria 
508 K Street NW
Stellina is bringing back its popular blossom-themed Negroni and Spritz. Order one to go with your next internationally-ranked pizza through spring!