“Dear PoPville,
These piles of sand appeared a few weeks ago on the sidewalk on my street (New Hampshire Avenue) in Columbia Heights. I think they have appeared in previous years as well. Any idea where they come from??”
Anyone else seeing random piles of sand around town. Anyone know why?!?! (Wrong answers only.) No. I will also accept right answers, I’ve just always wanted to try out a wrong answers only post. But I guess that’s basically a caption contest!! Anyway, what the hell?
1141 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Mari Vanna
“Darvish Kitchen DC
Driven by a deep love for sharing the warmth and flavors of Persian culture”
There is an incredibly lifelike mannequin in front of Darvish Kitchen and if it would’ve started talking to me I might have dropped dead right then and there. Some close ups: (more…)
1401 R Street, NW via Papadopoulos Properties
BIG NEWS via email response to my query:
“Red Light is not closing. We are relocating!
After nearly two decades at the corner of 14th & R, Red Light has become a staple of the community.
Unfortunately, the realities of remaining in our current space no longer made sense for a small family owned restaurant/bar. Despite our commitment to the neighborhood and our efforts to find a sustainable path forward, it became clear that our future would be better served elsewhere.
The good news is that we’ve already found our new home on the corner of 14th & Florida. (more…)
Check out the latest stats from DC City Administrator Kevin Donahue:
“🚨 Update on scofflaw vehicle enforcement:
🪝FY26 YTD: @DCDPW
has impounded 5,209 cars with total of $27M in unpaid citations
📌 Of those, 2,301 were “high value scofflaws” (more than $3k in unpaid fines) that owed $23.4M in unpaid tickets”
Stay tuned.
1345 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Karaoke Private Rooms / Private Event / Walk-in Karaoke / Full bar🍹/Sushi bar 🍣 /Chinese food”
I noticed some balloons in the window of the former Big Hunt space: (more…)
713 8th Street, SE previously home to Finn McCool’s/Molly Malone’s and, of course, Crazy Aunt Helen’s
“A World of Flavors,
One Plate at a Time!
Coming This Fall”
Thanks to G. for sending.
“Taki Taki transcends mere dining; it is the embodiment of legendary Indian hospitality fused with unparalleled culinary artistry. Here, we craft an exhilarating journey for the senses, showcasing the vibrant, freshest flavors of India’s diverse cuisine. Inspired by the profound cultural heritage of the subcontinent, (more…)
courtesy Emma’s Torch
From a press release:
“Emma’s Torch, the nonprofit social enterprise that provides culinary training for refugees, asylees and survivors of human trafficking, empowering them to build culinary careers and achieve financial independence, will open its new 4,500-square-foot café and training center on June 12 in Silver Spring (1200 East-West Hwy.). The new café location – which will host a ribbon-cutting with officials and community members on June 11 at 10 am – allows Emma’s Torch to expand upon the training space and dining that drew fans to its Brookland location, which closed late last year to prepare for the move.
A new regional flagship, (more…)
3000 Connecticut Ave, NW
Time is a flying!!
From an email:
“Duke’s Grocery’s Woodley Park/Zoo outpost, Duke’s Counter, is celebrating its 10th anniversary on Wednesday, June 10 with all-day specials.
Guests can enjoy: (more…)
In April we noted this Stick Repository, which was lovely. But this house in AU Park says, hold my leash.
Thanks to Chris for sending this stick library on steroids.
photo by angela n.
From WMATA:
“Metro has executed a 10-year lease agreement with Dunkin’ to open at Metro’s headquarters building, expanding the list of eateries around L’Enfant Plaza and adding value to the Southwest D.C. neighborhood.
The coffee chain will be located on D Street SW between 6th and 7th streets SW, near the existing Potbelly and D.C. Housing Authority spaces. The shop is expected to open in late 2026 or early 2027. (more…)