Thanks to K. for sharing: “spotted this v good boy (or girl) on New Hampshire 🥰 doodles in backpacks!”

***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to [email protected]



18th and T Street, NW

Thanks to Pete and Rob for sending on Sunday:

“4 horses “parked” outside of Lauriol Plaza. They were very friendly and attracting a lot of attention, pets, photos.”

Readers have previously noted over the years: “There are groups of horse owners in PG County that ride into the city regularly, especially on the weekends” (more…)


That was fast! We just learned about Giordano’s last week.

“Opening where the old mxdx used to be on 14th st (14th & F)”

Their new liquor license placard says:

“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 125 indoors, a Sidewalk Cafe with 24 Seats, and a Total Occupancy Load of 125. Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”

However a peek inside reveals, well, Spring 2026 it is: (more…)



1600 U Street, NW

Thanks to Emily for sending:

“Good morning! I believe they closed over a month ago, but all their TV screens are still on inside as well as the lights! Wonder if this means anything.”

Ed. Note: This Starbucks closed here in December. For a hot second it looked like a Compass Coffee could be coming but that was never confirmed. Maybe Starbucks will give it another go?

STAY TUNED.


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