photo by LaTur

“Dear PoPville,

My partner’s birthday is coming up and wanted to take the day off and go out to lunch somewhere special. Your recent posting about Quattro Osteria seemed great until I saw it’s just dinner. Amazing, unique, fancy lunch places are tough… especially ones with tasting menus. Do readers have any good suggestions…preferably with outdoor seating?



1309 5th Street, NE courtesy Greenheart Juice Bar & Cafe

From a press release:

“By popular demand, following a hugely successful pop-up over the weekend, Greenheart Wellness, the area’s premium health and wellness brand, announces their first location in Washington, D.C. in Union Market. Known for their premium cold-pressed juice, juice cleanses, and nutrient-dense smoothies, salads and bowls, Greenheart recently rebranded to Greenheart Juice Bar & Cafe with an expanded menu of breakfast and lunch options. This opening will be followed by another DC location in spring 2022 in Georgetown, DC. (more…)


From a press release:

“WHAT: As Summer comes to an end, we tend to forget that the biggest and tastiest Maryland crabs are harvested from September to mid-November. That is why, The Fried Rice Collective chefs, Danny Lee and Scott Drewno, have decided to showcase how fundamental this Chesapeake Bay staple is to the culinary culture of our area. This celebration will consist of daily unique crab-inspired dishes that blend together their modern cooking techniques with authentic Chinese and Korean flavors. The repertoire is as follows: (more…)



1244 H Street, NE courtesy Toki Underground

From an email:

“Hello Ramen heads! We have just opened our new patio at 1244 H St NE, a few doors up from the existing restaurant. We will be building our new restaurant at this location and in the mean time we’ll have patio service including drinks and appetizers. (more…)



photo courtesy Richard Sandoval Hospitality

From a press release:

“dLeña by Chef Richard Sandoval is excited to announce the launch of its Día de los Muertos multi-sensory dining experience this fall. From Tuesday, October 5, through Tuesday, November 2, guests are invited to experience the senses in an immersive campaign at the Mount Vernon Triangle modern Mexican concept. (more…)



1800 N Street, NW just off Connecticut Ave

The liquor license placard for Surfside’s 24 hour taco stand which first opened back in January 2015 says:

“restaurant serving California Baja-styled tacos. Seating capacity of 10, and Total Occupancy Load of 10. Sidewalk Café with 10 seats. The Licensee has also applied for the Carry-Out & Delivery Endorsement.”


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