50 Massachusetts Ave, NE photo by Michael Thorning
Thanks to Michael for sharing with us: “looks like Union Station Potbelly will be replaced by Capo Deli!” (more…)
Restaurants
303 7th Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
Any intel on the boulangerie moving into the Radici space? They’ve been working on it for seemingly forever. This (above) is essentially how the place has looked for MONTHS. I haven’t been able to see inside since they started work, but I heard they’re gutting the place?”
Good news to share! “We’re still waiting on the final Certificate of Occupancy and then we’re going to be good to go!
Our French bakers are here and ready to start baking for everyone!” (more…)
1272 5th Street, NE
Thanks to Eric for sending from Union Market: (more…)
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1926 17th Street, NW
“Fresh pastries , house made syrups and coffee made with love daily”
UPDATE: “Our new location will be at 1427 H street NW under the same ownership, former Wizards player Kyle Kuzma and his business partner/private chef, Joe Perez.
We are currently busy prepping the space and building our team for the new location, and while we don’t have an opening date just yet, we’re super excited to continue serving the DC community and expanding into new neighborhoods!”
Thanks to Martha for sending from Childhood Cafe‘s 17th Street location (just off U Street.) (more…)
353 Cedar Street, NW
“Burritos, tortas, tacos, quesadillas, and more. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.”
Check out their menus here and stop by while you still can.
Thanks to Joshua for passing on the sad news from El Sabor A Mexico: (more…)
3910 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Steve for sending: (more…)
5335 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Scott for sending: “Cheesecake Factory getting cleaned out.”
The Cheesecake Factory’s last day was January 24, 2026. Helluva run. HELLUVA run.
Not sure if this will scratch that itch but Scott also sends what’s coming across the street: (more…)
1750 H Street, NW
Thanks to Dan for sending: “Looks like there’s a Slice & Pie coming into the old Alfa Piehouse spot on H st by 18th St. Will be a welcome addition to the lunch options rotation.” (more…)
18th and M Street, NW
Ed. Note: The most recent Pret closure (1828 L Street, NW) prior to this one was reported on back in December.
Pret a Manger opened the 18th and M St, NW location back in February 2016. Prior to Pret the space was home to a Caribou coffee.
“18th and M is your local coffee shop, providing a wide variety of breakfast foods, a great selection of homemade sandwiches, and the best organic coffee. So, whether you’re looking for coffee near you, or want something fresh for breakfast or lunch, visit our 18th and M store. See our full menu for our delicious range of options.”
Thanks to Benji for sending: (more…)
1520 14th Street, NW previously home to Estadio before Bar Japonais’ brief residency here
Early January we got tons of reports about Bar Japonais “closed for improvements” in Logan Circle.
Thanks to Chaya for sending the update: “Looks like the have availability starting in mid Feb on OpenTable.” (more…)