3213 Mt Pleasant St, NW previously Burritos Fast/Taqueria Los Compadres space.

“Dear PoPville,

Does anyone know what is going on with Taqueria Nacional in Mount P? It’s been closed for almost 2 weeks with no sign or anything.”

another reader writes: “Taqueria Nacional in mt pleasant has brown paper in the windows. they closed down and a new burger spot (more…)


Thanks to Maggie for sharing the sad note above. She also mentions that Emissary (located below dupont circle yoga 2032 P Street, NW) has new ownership. Anyone else hear that?

Regarding Emissary another reader asks:

“Do you know if Emissary in Dupont Circle is scaling down operations? Not counting the kitchen, it’s gone from (more…)



1336 U Street, NW previously home to Newtown (and Tabaq before them)

“Welcome to Hawthorne, a four-story bar and DJ-focused venue at the intersection of 14th & U Streets with an incredible rooftop overlooking the city. With five bar areas, Hawthorne can host events of all sizes. We operate with DJ’s on the 3rd floor every Friday and Saturday.”

Thanks to all who messaged us the sad news from Hawthorne: (more…)


Update from Chang Chang owner Lydia Chang: “I have personally contacted both Tock and the guest to expedite the return of the deposit, as well as offered the guest a gift card to make up for their frustrating experience.”

“Dear PoPville,

I made a reservation at Chang Chang for six through Tock, which charged me $25/person plus a $5.00 fee. The email confirmation said my deposit would be refunded upon arrival at the restaurant. That didn’t happen, even though my entire party showed up on time and ordered a feast of quite tasty food and drinks.

When the bill came and no credit was reflected there, I asked to speak to a manager. He told me that (more…)


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