800 Connecticut Avenue, NW previously home to the Oval Room

ICYMI: The Oval Room permanently closed here after 26 years here back in November 2020.

La Bise
Permanently Closed
Modern French cuisine with a twist, located steps from the White House”

Shortly after being “thrilled that La Bise has been recognized in the 2025 Michelin Guide!” – La Bise announced their permanent closure: (more…)



1615 Rhode Island Avenue, NW

ICYMI: Judging Restaurants – Beacon Bar Bar & Grill (BGB)January 21, 2010.

In a call to the Beacon Hotel I was told that BBG was closed for renovations. If all goes well they hope to open back up mid-late next year, possibly in August.

Thanks to DS for sending:

“Sad news! The Beacon Bar Bar & Grill at the Beacon Hotel at 17th and Rhode Island NW has permanently closed. (more…)



1301 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Do you have any info on the fencing going up around Freedom Plaza? Hard to photograph because of the change in grade on the peripheries of the plaza, but they started this morning and are about halfway around the block now.”

This is part of NAMA 350892 FREEDOM PLAZA BEAUTIFICATION AND FOUNTAIN REHABILITATION (more…)



photo by Diane Krauthamer

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1506 19th Street, NW

Press Club Cocktail Bar shared last night:

“BIG NEWS!

Tonight is our last Sunday open! Starting next year, we will be open Tuesday through Saturday. Come in and join on for one last Sunday shift and we look forward to hosting you on Tuesday in ‘26!” (more…)


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