Ah this is a tough one. A Capitals legend for sure. From the Capitals:
“The Washington Capitals have acquired a conditional first-round pick in either the 2026 NHL Draft or the 2027 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft from the Anaheim Ducks for defenseman John Carlson.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
On Tuesday my car was struck by a Capital Bikeshare E-bike rider while it was parked in front of my home. These are big heavy bikes, so it smashed the taillight and scratched the side of the car. The bike was also significantly damaged and abandoned in front of our car. I am surprised the person was able to walk away. I have security camera footage of the incident and the rider appeared to be a young teenager, presumably under the age to rent an e-bike per Capital Bikeshare’s policy.
I reached out to Lyft (the operator of Capital Bikeshare) to discuss the incident and (more…)
3123 – 3125 M Street, NW
Holy moly long time coming.
Ri Ra Irish Pub closed here back in January 2020. Ri Ra Irish Pub had opened in the former Mie N Yu space back in late December 2013.
The new liquor license placard posted for a to be named spot (though licensed to Freedom Alley, LLC) says: (more…)
1625 First Street, NW at Florida Ave
“Dear PoPville,
A new Indian restaurant, Najjaarra, opened in Bloomingdale! At 1625 1st St NW (didn’t there used to be another Indian restaurant there?) But it’s really great food! Family run (I believe same owners as the liquor store next door.)”
Ed. Note: Yes, this used to be home to Glassey which closed in 2023(!?!)
“Najjaarra is a vibrant Indian restaurant located in Washington DC, dedicated to bringing the rich and diverse flavors of Indian cuisine to your table. (more…)
Thanks to H. and D. for sending from Logan Circle this morning.
And thanks to L. for sending from Dupont Circle yesterday: (more…)
1363 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Greek is trending in Georgetown. Greco at 1335 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Yala Greek Ice Cream at 3143 N Street, NW, and soon – Go Greek “Authentic Yogurteria” is coming to the old Home Court space on Wisconsin: (more…)
79 Potomac Ave, SE
Back in January there was a bit of a fright as El Rey Navy Yard Abruptly Closed “For The Season”.
Thanks to Tim for passing on from El Rey Navy Yard:
“*Yawn* Ah. Good nap.
Gonna start getting warmed up to reopened. (more…)
Thanks to Sylvia for sending this great shot from 14th Street/Logan Circle.
***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]
5714 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Back in August we broke the news that Wheelhouse (from Surfside, Millie’s owners) was coming to Chevy Chase.
They are shooting for an opening this April: (more…)
photo by Fritz Myer
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