Thanks to CP for passing on their INDIEGOGO campaign:


138 U Street, NE via Yang Market

“Yang Market has been the cornerstone of Eckington for over 70 years. Located at the corner of Summit & U Streets NE, the store opened in the 1940s as one of many District Grocery Stores (DGS) operating throughout the region. Yang Market has stood witness to the evolution of our neighborhood and city ever since.

Yang Market’s closing last December was a blow to the neighborhood because it was more than a convenience store, but an integral part of Eckington’s history. (more…)



3213 Mt Pleasant St, NW

Ed. Note: Back in 2017 Taqueria Los Compadres was called “Mount Pleasant’s new best kept secret.” Prior to Taqueria Los Compadres this space was home to Lezo’s Taqueria and Tex Mex Burrito before that. Updates when we learn what excatly becomes of the space.

Thanks to Erin for sending yesterday: “Spotted in Mount Pleasant today outside Taqueria Los Compadres. Such a loss for he neighborhood!  Wound up stopping by yesterday and the staff there said they had new owners. Not sure what’s next, but hope they stay open in some capacity!


Speaking of breakfast sandwiches, Oath Pizza has just launched theirs:

“We wanted to share that Oath Pizza — the Nantucket-born pizza brand known for its award-winning thin crust that is grilled and seared in avocado oil and topped with all-natural and humanely-raised ingredients — launched breakfast service for the first time on Tuesday.

Oath Pizza has gained a cult-following for their signature, thin-crust pizzas like the Bella with mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic and fresh basil; the Spicy Mother Clucker with roasted chicken, pickled red onions, Sriracha and mozzarella; and their dessert Chocolate Chunk Cookie pizza with chocolate chunk cookie dough, ricotta and powdered sugar. The fast-growing pizza brand offers vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options at all of its 50+ locations throughout the country.

Oath Pizza’s new breakfast menu offers a range of breakfast pizzas and breakfast sandwiches, that are made using their award-winning thin crust as the bread. Sharing details on the new menu items below: (more…)



15th and P Street, NW

From Phillips Seafood and Steak:

“NOW OPEN: Phillips Restaurant Group is excited to announce the opening of Phillips Seafood and Steak. This new restaurant features only the best premium steaks, seared over hot hickory to lock in the natural juices, alongside an expansive menu of seafood items, including Phillips’ famous family-recipe crab cakes, fresh raw bar, seafood appetizers and entrees.

From bronzini to New York strip, Phillips Seafood and Steak has something on the menu for everyone. Diners can start their meal with lobster bisque, roasted beet salad or tuna carpaccio from the chilled bar, or choose from tasty small plates including petite crab cakes, PEI mussels, and fritto misto. Next, settle in with Phillips’ famous crab cakes, savory salmon, pescatore, or a clambake for two. Not in the mood for seafood? No problem. Phillips has a selection of delectable steaks including a 24 oz porterhouse, a 16 oz prime ribeye, or a 24 oz Tomahawk steak.

Join Phillips Seafood and Steak for happy hour every Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. (more…)



Photo by Natalie Weiss

Thanks to Natalie for sending:

“Thanks Slipstream for the yummy breakfast sammy this morning! Hey PoPville, maybe this can be next on the best/let’s do this list?!”

Ask and ye shall receive – where are your favorite breakfast sandwiches these days? I know we have a lot of Heat Da Spot fans – where else?

Here are the previous best/let’s do this lists for – Carryouts, best Thai, best liquor stores, best Ramen, best Bars, best Indian and Pakistani, best Italian/Pizza/Deli, best Mexican/Salvadoran/Central/Cuban/Latin, best burgers/fries, best bakery/bagels, best Gyms, best Ethiopian , best Sushi, best bookstores, best movie theaters, best sports bars, best barbers and hair salons, best brunch, favorite clothing stores and favorite place to get oysters.


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