Thanks to Joslin for sending these awesome shots: (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
925 U Street, NW at Vermont Ave
Ed. Note: This is the sister restaurant to the Pho House located at 634 Florida Ave, NW.
I’ve been delinquent in my Pho Patrol – gonna remedy that right now – Pho House had their grand opening on U Street: (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
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photo by LaTur
From AlertDC:
“On Monday, January 5, 2026, the Illumination of America: Washington Monument Lighting and Freedom 250 Fireworks will take place on the National Mall. In support of this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
3210 Grace Street, NW
Note: Sister restaurant My Little Chamomile still open!!
Check out their menu here.
Thanks to JW for sending:
“Green almond pantry in Georgetown is temporarily closed” (more…)
“We’ll be taking a short break for repairs. Old Ebbitt Grill will be closed January 5–9 and reopening January 10. See you soon!” (more…)
70 N Street, SE
Thanks to FJ for passing on from Chicken + Whiskey:
“To our Chicken + Whiskey community in the Ballpark District: We are incredibly grateful for all the love and support we received through the years in Navy Yard. 🧡 Thank you!
This isn’t good bye – please join us in Chicken + Whiskey on 14th Street this 2026 and beyond! 🍗🥃” (more…)
Thanks to T. for sending from an apartment building/condo: “Just so there’s no misunderstanding, I suppose. Near Logan Circle.”
Pure poetry: (more…)
photo by Victoria Pickering
“Dear PoPville,
I’ve got a question that I was hoping to get some help on, and might benefit others as well. We’ve always enjoyed going to see the NSO at the Kennedy Center, but since March we haven’t gone back. This Christmas we received some gift certificates from well meaning family members that we don’t know what to do with now. I understand that the money is already spent, but (more…)
3504 Connecticut Avenue, NW
ICYMI: December 18, 2025 – Major Progress at the Cork Market coming to Cleveland Park
Cork shared the good news with some sneak peeks last week:
“Hello, Cleveland Park! We’re so excited to be here — come see us until 9pm tonight (12/30) & 2-9pm tomorrow (12/30) for a sparkling wine popup & sneak peek of our new space at 3504 Connecticut Ave NW! And ICYMI: our grand opening is on Thursday, January 8!” (more…)