1625 Eckington Place, NE

Ed. Note: Thanks to all who sent photos.

“Dear PoPville,

A sign was just posted announcing Pops Bagels is coming to Eckington near the Bouldering Project and Union Kitchen. Some light snooping led to me finding Grant Sarvis (founder of Poppy’s Stuffed Bagels) owns the @popsbagelsdc Instagram handle. Seems related to me!” (more…)



1527 14th Street, NW

This is a very tough one. Great Wall is always prominently mentioned when we discuss best Chinese in town.  On Sunday Tim Carman tweeted: “My heart breaks to report that Great Wall Szechuan House will close this December. But I’m glad May Kuang and Yuan Chen, the partners in life and blisteringly good mala dishes, will finally get the retirement they deserve. Thank you both for feeding us so well for so long!”

Back in February 2020 we learned that, the Great Wall Szechuan House restaurant was for sale on 14th Street but would remain open until sold. Stay tuned for more info on that front.

For those unfamiliar with the magnificent and always reliable Great Wall Szechuan House: (more…)



2127 I Street, NW

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila’s website says:

“Founded in South Beach in 2014 by Menin Hospitality’s Keith Menin and Jared Galbut, Bodega Taqueria y Tequila is South Florida’s iconic brand offering an array of Mexican street food along with a unique night-life experience serving up award-winning tequila and cocktails. The Mexican-inspired concept features an extensive menu showcasing authentic Mexican favorites along with unconventional and innovative interpretations. Since its inception, Bodega Taqueria y Tequila has been nationally recognized and revered as one of the region’s hottest culinary and night-life destinations.”

It’s coming next to Tatte: (more…)


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