Restaurants - PoPville

“Mayor Bowser Launches Nearly $4 Million Restaurant & Retail Stabilization Grant to Support Local Businesses and Grow DC’s Economy”

Published May 5, 2026 at 12:30PM

Details from the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser launched the brand-new Restaurant & Retail Stabilization Grant, a $3.875 million fund to support the District’s restaurants and retailers and continue growing DC’s economy. The grant is funded by the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) and administered by Capital Impact Partners (CIP), a local, nonprofit community development financial institution. Through the Restaurant & Retail Stabilization Grant, the Bowser Administration is stepping up for small businesses, providing critical financial relief to brick-and-mortar establishments that took a hit in 2025—keeping neighborhood shops and restaurants open, resilient, and ready for the future. (more…)

#signs of the times

“Any update King Street Oyster Bar – City Ridge?” Still Temporarily Closed or “Temporarily” Closed…

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 27, 2026 at 12:00PM

7 Ridge Square, N.W across from Tatte and Wegmans off Wisconsin Ave

“Dear PoPville,

I thought they were going through a rebrand but I’ve seen no one in there and all the King St signage is still up. Are there any new developments?” (more…)

Tosca Ristorante and Bar also Turning 25!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 21, 2026 at 10:35AM

Baked & Wired not the only one turning 25 – happy 25th to Tosca too!!

“25 YEARS OF TOSCA” (1112 F Street, NW) (more…)

Peruvian Brothers Opening New Location Monday, April 20th!! Have a Look Inside

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 15, 2026 at 12:25PM

660 North Capitol Street, NW

From a press release:

“Peruvian Brothers, the Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual concept founded by brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone, is set to open its third
brick-and-mortar location at 660 North Capitol Street NW. The new restaurant, opening to the public on Monday, April 20, marks a significant milestone for the immigrant-founded brand and its continued growth across the DMV region. Opening day will feature a full day of programming celebrating Peruvian culture, free alfajores, and complimentary bottles of the popular Peruvian Brothers Rocoto Hot Sauce for the first 100 customers. (more…)

“Looking to cater an office lunch from a woman-owned business (Women’s History Month)”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 10, 2026 at 1:00PM

“Dear PoPville,

Looking to cater an office lunch from a woman-owned business (Women’s History Month)

Hi all! Our office is hoping to cater a lunch from a woman-owned business to celebrate Women’s History Month, and we’d love some local recommendations.

We’re feeding a medium-sized team and have a budget of around $800. (more…)

“We have a new Venezuelan restaurant in town!!” Peep some of the deliciousness and the menu

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 9, 2026 at 11:30AM

a look at some of the goods at newly opened DC Al Toque

“Latin Cuisine • Bakery Café • Eventos • Bar
🇻🇪 Sabor venezolano en Washington DC

🥟 Empanadas venezolanas
🫓 Arepas
🍳 Desayuno criollo
🥑 Aguacate fresco
🍖 Carne mechada
🍔 Hamburguesas especiales
☕ Café y panadería”

“Dear PoPville,

We have a new Venezuelan restaurant in town!! DC Al Toque, is having its soft opening today. The Arepas and Pastries look delicious!! The address is 3910 14th St NW.”