1717 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

Thanks to Bob for sending: “It looks like the Butter Chicken Company is back! They’ve got a new location at 1717 Pennsylvania Avenue, around the corner from their original 18th Street (818 18th Street, NW) location.” Read More

1301 U Street, NW previously home to Toku Sushi

Oswald asks: “Has London Curry House on U Street closed? Walked by around opening time the past two evenings: no lights, no activity, no online ordering availability. Also, no signs on the door.” Read More

1639 Wisconsin Avenue, NW

Ed. Note: Pho Viet and Grille opened in the former Bookhill Bistro space back in 2013.

Thanks to Ryan for sending:

“they plan to open by December. Family run business, they’ve spent weeks cleaning up the whole area, incredibly nice people– I really hope they succeed. They are the same owners as Vegz in Admo. They said they will have vegetarian menu similar to but not exactly like vegz options.” Read More

3115 14th Street, NW

The liquor license placard for Tamashaa says:

“New Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 96, Total Occupancy Load of 96, and a Summer Garden with 80 Seats. Read More

“Pappe’s Kathi Rolls”

From an email:

“Pappe, the colorful Indian cuisine staple in the heart of DC’s Logan Circle neighborhood, is excited to debut a revamped happy hour menu featuring naan kathi rolls, the popular street-food dish that originated in India. Featuring rich and savory ingredients, the kathi rolls are available with your choice of lamb, chicken, paneer (Indian cheese) or channa pindi (chickpeas). Guests can also enjoy a selection of cocktails, including the ‘Ginger Bliss’, made with rum, elderflower liqueur, ginger, and lime, plus $10 off bottles of wine. Read More

1736 Connecticut Ave, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Any word on Le Mirch in Dupont? It’s been closed the last two weekends when I tried to go. Website doesn’t have any updates….”

I tried calling the number listed at their Facebook and it’s been disconnected. Also there are no hours nor contact info listed on their website.

Thanks to Phil Yabut for sharing these great photos from Daru (1451 Maryland Avenue, NE) “bison momo, chicken tikka masala, striped bass paturi, and gulab jamun. It was SOOOOO good.” Read More

photo by Jennifer Hughes

From a press release:

“Rania, from the team behind Punjab Grill, will open on Tuesday, May 31 as a daring new iteration from the brand at 427 11th Street NW. Derived from the word “Queen” in Hindi and Sanskrit, Rania will be a lively destination for elevated dining in the Nation’s Capital, with a continued goal of breaking free from stereotypes of what Indian cuisine is and can be. Read More

Trenton writes: “I’m convinced Pappe is the best Indian in DC but I’m open to other hot takes, PoPville”

Hot takes you shall have: Read More

2433 18th Street, NW

Jyoti has been temporarily closed after a fire on April 14th. Signs now say they’ll be reopening “mid-week” so hopefully today or tomorrow. Check out their Menu here and get some soon!