901 4th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Any info on what happened to Nicoletta Italian Kitchen on 4th St NW (not to be confused with Nicoletta Pizzaria in Navy Yard)? They had the BEST crispy eggplant pizza. It looks like it is now going to be Cucina Morini, which sadly doesn’t have any pizza on the menu.”

Good news from Chef Matthew Adler:

“Cucina Morini officially opens today!! (more…)



photo by Albert Ting

From a press release:

Stable DC (1324 H Street, NE), the District’s only Swiss restaurant, has decided to close after seven years in business in the H Street Corridor. The restaurant will temporarily close on Sunday, April 7 and reopen later in the spring as Steak Frites DC on Thursday, April 18. (more…)



Photo by John Rorapaugh for LeadingDC

Hours:

Tue – Thu: 4pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 4pm – 10pm
Sun: 4pm – 9:30pm

From a press release:

“Renowned chef Russell Blue Smith is gearing up to introduce Dupont Circle to an approachable culinary haven with the opening of Alfreda, a heartfelt tribute to his late grandmother, the matriarch of his family. With this latest project, Chef Russell hopes to create a one-of-a-kind pizza experience dedicated to quality ingredients while fostering connections with local producers, guests, and staff.

In the heart of Dupont Circle, Alfreda will offer an inviting ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating for 60 and 30 patrons, respectively. (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

Was charged $1 for the soda in my Titos. In all fairness they only charged me for one of two cocktails. But come on already”



photo by Vina Sananikone

From a press release:

“What: Nativo at The Square, 1850 K St NW, Washington, DC
Grand Opening: Monday, March 24, 2024

Nativo, a third-wave coffee shop from two coffee-industry players, is the newest concept to open in The Square. The stall, positioned to welcome guests at the 18th and I Streets NW entrance, brings a full range of coffee and espresso drinks and a menu reflecting the homelands of owners Victor Nazar Navarro and Nakita Reid.

Coffee: (more…)



1344 H Street, NE

Thanks to Adam and other readers for sending from sad Sospeso closing news:

“I just learned this afternoon that one of my absolute favorite places on H Street NE — Sospeso — will close for good on April 7th. It was my third place, and I’m very sad that this great family-owned restaurant has joined the rash of closings on H Street.”

Sospeso writes: (more…)


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