233 12th Street, SE

Ed. Note: I’m told they’re hoping for an opening date in June 2024.

From an email:

“Capitol Hill’s Mott’s Market is thrilled to welcome Peyton Sherwood as the new vendor, promising an exciting chapter for our cherished community space.

Sherwood’s plans align perfectly with our community-focused vision, aiming to create a vibrant neighborhood hub. Expect a dedicated market space and a delightful menu featuring made-to-order sandwiches, coffee, pastries, and a selection of wine and beer for both on-site enjoyment and take-home options. (more…)


Ed. Note: You can check out the menu here.

From a press release:

“From The Fried Rice Collective’s Chef/Owners Scott Drewno and Danny Lee, comes I Egg You, a new full-service breakfast and lunch destination that takes the humble egg from pop-up to official brick-and-mortar. I Egg You will offer a menu of creative stuffed breakfast sandwiches using locally sourced ingredients from trusted local purveyors such as Shilla Bakery, Logan Sausage, Ivy City Smokehouse, and La Colombe Coffee.

I Egg You will offer a larger menu (more…)



17th and R Street, NW

Thanks to J. for sending the update to the scuttlebutt from earlier this month:

“Signage just went up. Its a shame what they did to the building (some nice details are gone) But a bakery and coffee shop sounds good. Also a great spot for outside seating.”

Stay tuned for an opening date.



3400 14th Street, NW at Otis Pl, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Coffee shop in the old Sheba Cafe location has soft opened! They have so much food, from traditional Ethiopian meals to American cafe food, and their coffee is fantastic. The cafe is now called Yoube Cafe — pay them a visit!”

Another reader writes and sends a look inside: (more…)


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