2443 18th Street, NW

Thanks to A. for sending: “Something cool is coming?? Yay!!”

Thanks to 80M for passing on the news from Michael Neibauer:

“An interior alteration permit was issued Monday for a new carry-out restaurant at 2443 18th St. NW, aka the former Rumba Cafe. Permit drawings say City Lights of China. Menu appears to be identical to City Lights of China on Connecticut Avenue.” (more…)


Check out the menu here.

“Dear PoPville,

I am a local sommelier and the founder of Empowering the Diner, a Black women-led food and beverage experience in which I bring folx together to discuss, learn, and explore their palate and pathways towards seeking and claiming pleasure and knowledge in food and beverage related experiences.

I am reaching out because I’m having this delicious dinner on the 26th with Chef Byron Bradley Jr. who is flying in from New Orleans just for the weekend! (more…)



1819 7th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Michelin-starred Chef Elias Taddesse, executive chef and owner of DC’s acclaimed Mélange restaurant, is opening a new restaurant concept this fall in Shaw featuring Ethiopian-style fried chicken.

Doro Soul Food infuses traditional American soul food with Ethiopian flavors. (more…)



1214 U Street, NW

Brief update from Rebel Taco saying that they will: “reopen the takeout window at the end of this month barring any unexpected delays.”

Stay tuned!

Thanks to Louisa for sending: “Looks like, with the opening of their other locations, Rebel Taco closed their U Street location. (more…)


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