
1624 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to V. for the suggestion: “to round up all the banh-mi lovers in town to come support your business!!”
Simply Banh Mi shared: (more…)

1624 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to V. for the suggestion: “to round up all the banh-mi lovers in town to come support your business!!”
Simply Banh Mi shared: (more…)

Matteo Catalani
“Dear PoPville,
We are organizing a special event to honor the memory of our beloved friend, Matteo Catalani.
On August 13, 2023, we will be holding an informal memorial service at Retrobottega (2435 18th Street, NW), starting at 9:00pm. This occasion marks the first anniversary of Matteo’s passing, and it serves as an opportunity for all those who knew and loved him to come together, reminisce, and celebrate his life. (more…)

1320 14th Street, NW
The Pig closed here after 10 years back in November 2022. Thanks to Leah for sending the new permit up at the former Pig space on 14th: (more…)

409 8th Street, SE
Thanks to Edward for sharing: “Umm, Popeyes on Barracks Row is coming back? The infamous rat Popeyes?”
STAY TUNED.

1413 14th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
seems like something is up with Yums on 14th. the signage is gone. not sure if it was cause of that storm. it’s been like this for several days. any insight?” (more…)

3309 Connecticut Avenue, NW
From a press release:
“Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the upcoming September opening of Little Black Bird at 3309 Connecticut Avenue, NW, next door to Sababa. With 30 seats in the main dining room and eight seats at the bar, this new, inviting wine bar will replace the original Bindaas, located in the Cleveland Park neighborhood, which will close on August 6. The name Little Black Bird is a nod to the French word for blackbird, merle. In turn, the name Merlot is derived from the word merle, which was a local dialectical word to describe blackbirds in the region. Merlot quickly began to gain popularity, and winemakers began widely planting the grape many referred to as “little blackbird” in the Bordeaux region of France. There is the possibility that the name is a reference to the dark skin of the grape or to the blackbirds that have a fondness for eating the grapes off the vine. (more…)

3211 Mt. Pleasant Street, NW
Thanks to Jackie for the alert: “PSA LA TEJANA is closed for (a much deserved) break from 8/7-8/22. Where’s some other spots to get breakfast tacos nearby in Mt. P or Columbia Heights?”
And don’t forget The Saloon is also taking their summer break until September 1st.

711 Florida Ave, NW photo by Max Schechter
From a press release:
“The team behind Capo Italian Deli (715 Florida Ave NW) is bringing D.C. authentic Mexican street tacos via their new late night eatery, Los Cinco Tacos (711 Florida Ave NW). The program is spearheaded by Jose Candelero, who has been our Director of Kitchen Operations for six years. Originally from Veracruz, Mexico, Los Cinco Tacos is Jose’s ode to the tacos of his youth, with recipes passed down from his grandmother. (more…)

308 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
The liquor license placard for Los Caballeros Restaurant says:
“A restaurant with 74 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 80. (more…)

3309 Connecticut Avenue, NW
There was huge excitement when Bindaas opened here back in 2016. Anyone remember Bardeo?

Thanks to J. for passing on (more…)