1750 H Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Just tried to go to Alfa PieHouse (H St. NW) and it’s empty and closed. I assume it’s due to the lower foot traffic in this area at lunchtime—but whatever caused it, it’s definitely a big loss for the neighborhood!”

Not looking good: Read More

1900 N Street, NW

Back in March we learned that a wew Greek Restaurant, Balos Estiatorio, was coming to Dupont.

The liquor license placard they’ve now applied for says: Read More

Thanks to Bob for sending: “At last, Foggy Bottom has a Greek place! Alitiko finally opened at Western Market. Good food, too. Try the roast pork.” Read More

1900 N Street, NW

Thanks to PJ and Matt for sending: “New signage up for Balos Estiatorio at 1900 N St NW, beside the new Colada Shop. Read More

1100 15th Street, NW

Update from Philotimo:

“Unfortunately, our restaurant had a kitchen fire a couple of months ago resulting in a closure for the foreseeable future.

It looks like the restaurant won’t be able to reopen until next spring.”

Thanks to Mike for sending: “The note on the door has been there since the summer, so pretty dated. I walked by yesterday and Philotimo is still closed form the kitchen fire they had in the summer. Do know if they will reopen?” Read More

photo by Vina Sananikone

From a press release:

“Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Nicholas Stefanelli is pleased to announce the debut of Kaimaki, a wine and cocktail bar opening Thursday, June 2, at Midtown Center (1100 15th Street NW). The lively and upbeat gathering place is primed to be a go-to destination for Greek street food, after-work drinks, nightcaps, and everything in between. Read More

1100 15th Street, NW photo by Donna Batcho

Check out a draft Philotimo Menu

Thanks to Donna for sharing: “Opening this Saturday. Chef Nick Stefanelli’s Philotimo.

[“An exploration of Greece’s cherished traditions and culinary beauty through the lens of Michelin-starred chef Nicholas Stefanelli, located in Downtown D.C.”]

Walking out of office tonight, was a Rip Van Winkle moment. Have been waiting for this to open.”

Have a look inside: Read More

1100 15th Street, NW

Thanks to Cat for sending: “Greek concept in midtown center getting ready to open up.”

Back in January 2019 we learned that The New Greek Concept from Nick Stefanelli will be called Philotimo.

A peek: Read More