3910 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Charles for sending the latest about DC Al Toque:
“They are targeting this weekend for opening pending inspection…” (more…)
Restaurants
1747 Pennsylvania Ave, NW previously home to the legendary Breadline (RIP)
I was beginning to lose hope that this Wagshal’s was still happening. BUT: (more…)
2653 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Petit Plats
Thanks to a few folks for writing in: “Woodley Park – Petit Monde closed.”
I stopped by this past Saturday and indeed they were closed during prime morning hours: (more…)
1802 14th Street, NW previously home to a Lou Lou Boutique
From a press release:
“Pitango Gelato, the authentic Italian gelateria and coffee shop with locations throughout the Washington, DC, region and Baltimore, is thrilled to officially announce the opening of a highly anticipated new shop along DC’s 14th Street corridor. The store, opening on February 27th at 1802 14th Street, NW, is Pitango’s eighth location. The new gelateria and coffee shop will serve freshly brewed coffee, Italian baked goods, and artisanal, hand-spun gelato made with high-quality, carefully curated ingredients. The 1,027-square-foot space, designed by EastWing Architects, will also offer indoor seating for up to 10 guests.
To celebrate its official debut, the gelateria and coffee shop will host a festive grand opening on Friday, February 27th. Beginning at 5pm, (more…)
724 9th Street, NW
“Spanish Kaiseki | Tapas & Omakase”
“Dear PoPville,
Any word on Cranes? I had a reservation this weekend that was cancelled for “maintenance issues” and now their website is down.” (more…)
2475 18th Street, NW
“Soulful plates inspired by Italy, gently touched by Ukraine”
“Dear PoPville,
Update on the DLight Cafe space in AdMo, just walked by as they were hanging up new signage, will reopen in March as a prosecco-on-tap bar with Italian sweet treats. Name is Sorso.” (more…)
1000 block of Brentwood Road, NE
Thanks to Nathan for sending: “there is signage for a Buffalo Wild Wings Go at Rhode Island Place just off the Rhode Island Avenue-Brentwood Metro stop.”
You can see their menus here.
Stay tuned for an opening date.
Ed. Note: There was a proper Buffalo Wild Wings in Navy Yard near Nats Park from 2015-2024.
1400 9th Street, NW
Ed. Note: For the old heads this is across the street from the old Azi’s Cafe. What’s old is new, what’s new is old and round and round we go…
“GENIKA CAFÉ
Your new favorite coffee spot ☕️
COMING SOON
1400 9th St. NW, Washington D.C.📍”
Thanks to Tony for sending: “Looks like 9th & O is actually becoming something, after many years!” (more…)
212 7th Street, SE
Ed. Note: Acqua al 2 closed here back in 2020. Harvest Tide had taken over the space but closed back in March 2024.
In January 2026 a reader wrote in wondering: “I wanted to check in if you’ve heard any updates on the return of Acqua al 2?”
Thanks to Anne for sending the latest: “Acqua al 2 reopening in its former Hill location.” (more…)
14th and I Street, NW opened here in December 2017
This is getting worse than the Quiznos debacle of 2014/2015…
Thanks to J. and N. for sending the lastest Compass Coffee closure: “Compass 14th and I closed.” (more…)