
3126 12th Street, NE photo by Maria Grieco
ICYMI: The Harp Cask and Kiln opening Friday in Brookland!!
And now a look at the menus: (more…)

3126 12th Street, NE photo by Maria Grieco
ICYMI: The Harp Cask and Kiln opening Friday in Brookland!!
And now a look at the menus: (more…)

3126 12th Street, NE previously home to Brookland’s Finest
From a press release:
“Ruairi Deburca, Jacob Schoonover, and Ashley Lee are teaming up to open The Harp Cask and Kiln (The Harp), a modern Irish pub opening in Brookland on Friday, October 24. Located at 3126 12th Street NE in the former home of Brookland’s Finest, The Harp builds on the legacy of the popular neighborhood gathering place while introducing a new concept focused on quality food and well-made drinks with Irish influences, and welcoming hospitality. Deburca oversees operations, with Schoonover leading the beverage program and Lee heading the kitchen. (more…)

12th and Jackson Street, NE
A few weeks ago we broke the news that The Harp – Irish Pub was coming to the former Brookland’s Finest space. And it looks like they are wasting no time! Looks like they are only weeks away from opening, if not sooner. (more…)

From DC YIMBY:
“Once again the Zoning Commission votes to add delay and expense to much-needed housing
Zoning Commission votes 5-0 to delay approval until at least October 23
For over 10 years, the lot at 901 Monroe St NE in Brookland has sat vacant, even though it’s across the street from the Brookland Metro station, five blocks from a grocery store, and surrounded by local businesses. This prime location could provide much-needed housing in Ward 5, yet it has remained empty due to restrictive zoning and a few loud voices opposing change. (more…)

12th and Jackson Street, NE. Brookland’s Finest opened here back in June 2014 and closed in April 2025.
While Brookland’s Finest closure still stings, this is a bit of good news for neighbors nearby. I’m hearing that a new Irish Pub called The Harp will be taking over the space: (more…)

3629 12th Street, NE
Thanks to Nick for sending this great PSA: (more…)

photos by Casey Kelley
Thanks to Casey for sharing with us:
“The new Trader Joe’s opened in Brookland this morning (very *very* close to me) so I headed down & snapped a few photos. (more…)

3625 12th Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Otis@12 is a great new-ish option in Brookland.
Everything on the menu is delicious and they just got their liquor license within the last few weeks. The impressive menu is extremely diverse and everything’s made to order by the owner/chef. My personal favorite is (more…)