Update from CVS: “A temporary ramp was put in place due to the accessible door being broken. The door has since been repaired and the ramp will be removed soon. The wheelchair elevator is working properly and available for those who need it.”
Camarie writes: “CVS store at 675 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001 is in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. They have decided to lock their accessible entrance, and do not have a working wheelchair lift on the primary entrance.” (more…)
Oglethorpe and Oneida and 5th. (facing north)
“Dear PoPville,
I saw the post of the Metrobus off the road at 5th and Longfellow today and the comment about stop signs on the corridor. (more…)
11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW
Update from Dog Daze Social Club: “The team reached out to their landscaper who provided more info: “The burlap and tiny ropes are biodegradable from the nursery and designed to stay on the tree when planted. The tiny ropes are in place to make sure the base root of the tree does not sway or detach from the rootball.”
“Dear PoPville,
situation at the new dog social bar (Ed. Note: Dog Daze) at the corner of Rhode Island and 11th. The contractor didn’t remove any of the burlap around some of the trees… I hope that they don’t die! Free the trees!” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Cracked Eggery in the Waterpark, Crystal City. They just shut their doors today and are clearing everything out of the kiosk. (more…)
“Dante Datta and Chef Suresh Sundas”
From an email:
“Industry Veterans and community connectors Dante Datta and Chef Suresh Sundas (of MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand 2022 and 2023, Food & Wine 2024 Global Tastemaker, & New York Times ‘22 Best New Restaurant, Daru) are thrilled to announce their newest offering to the city of Washington, D.C., Tapori, which will celebrate Indian Street Food with the power to bridge communities through culinary prowess with regional dishes and cocktails from their native homeland.
Located in The District’’s historic H St corridor, Tapori, (600 H Street NE, Suite E. Ed. Note: previously home to Fancy Radish) was stimulated by the Hindi word which translates to “vagabond” or “rowdy,” and also describes the vibrant street culture in India- a genre that has been featured in Bollywood films such as Rangeela. Opening in late fall 2024, (more…)
Thanks to Kathie for sending a cousin from rural VA (Weems.):
“This is honey. She has red eyes and a very light golden color…almost white. It looks darker in this photo. She/he is almost 1 year old and is seen everywhere in our yard.”
Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]
1341 14th Street, NW
I’m just kidding, obviously Foxtrot was there but for a hot second, this is and will always be the former Barrel House Liquors, which moved next door back in 2015. Nearly 10 years later I’m overjoyed to announce the coming of Barrel House Café & Bar: (more…)
1025 H Street, NE
Thanks to Adam for sending: “I know you reported the opening just a few months ago. I noticed recently that they were not operating during their posted business hours. And a check on Google lists Heat Lounge as “Permanently Closed.” (more…)
Thanks to M. for sending: “Witnessed the end of a carbecue at Mass Ave and New Jersey Ave NW around 6:45 this morning. (more…)
2300 Rhode Island Ave, NE
Great news from Zeke’s Coffee:
“We’re having the grand opening of our expanded Rhode Island Ave roastery + cafe this Saturday, 9/28. We will be celebrating with free coffee, cold brew, and donuts (while they last)! (more…)