photo by A. Drauglis
“Dear PoPville,
I’m a displaced Floridian living in the district. DC is great and all, but I really, *really* miss seeing reptiles all the time and was considering owning one as a pet, however, DC pet laws are a little vague if you know about animals… Here’s what they say: (more…)
5310 Western Ave
“This is so disappointing! All the food was so good when it opened. Though this is not surprising. It was never crowded, and most places in there left over the past several months.”
Thanks to all who passed on word about The Heights Food Hall Closing: (more…)
1301 9th Street, NW at N Street
Urban Grape opened here in January, 2024: (more…)
1802 14th Street, NW previously home to a Lou Lou Boutique
Thanks to Noa for sending the latest from the Pitango coming to 14th Street, NW:
“Had a conversation with construction worker at Pitango on 14th. He said they are opening second week in September” (more…)
Thanks to S. for sending: “Spotted this on Church St NW — never seen a direct Venmo solicitation on a “just married” car before!”
Well, congrats to the happy couple anyway!!
Thanks to Nora for sending this nice one from Dupont Circle.
Ed. Note: From time to time chandeliers appear randomly floating around town.
1633 17th Street, NW previously home to Malbec steakhouse next to Dupont Italian kitchen
“KAYU by Hiraya
Filipino Restaurant
rooted in the word kayumanggi
progressive filipino cuisine by @paolodungca
tues. wed. thurs. sun. | 5pm-10pm
fri. sat. | 5pm-11pm
mon. | closed”
Thanks to Noa for sending: (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
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2700 New York Ave, NE
UPDATE: Thanks to readers for telling me they have recently visited Panda Gourmet. There was a bit of language barrier when talking on the phone but they are trying to investigate how somebody got access to their Facebook page. Deepest apologies for the scare – and a good reminder to go get some of the best Chinese in the city!!
UPDATE TWO: I’m now told via email that the Facebook message was written by the previous owner’s daughter and that Panda Gourmet is now “under new ownership and management.” The old facebook page has now been deactivated. Again, apologies for the confusion. (more…)
1781 Florida Ave, NW
“Dinnerware & more thoughtfully made in Asheville, NC.
On Saturday, August 23rd from 10am-4pm, we’ll be at @counterculturecoffee with plenty of Seconds pottery at 30% off retail prices.
Come see and feel East Fork’s dinnerware in a variety of core and seasonal colors, and pick out your perfect pots while sipping some Counter Culture Coffee.”
Thanks to Noa for sending:
“East fork (pottery) pop up is the long line swerving onto 18th in Kalorama” (more…)