Thanks to Allie and Phil for sending Sunday: “The State of the Union fence is up around the Capitol, but the grounds are accessible for now.” (more…)
Capitol Hill
Photo by James0806
From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:
“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today kicked off Black History Month by reintroducing her bill that would remove the Emancipation Statue from Lincoln Park in the District of Columbia, a federal park, citing its problematic depiction of the fight to achieve emancipation. The statue would be placed in a museum with an explanation of its origin and meaning. (more…)
This rental is located at 4th st ne near c st ne. The Craigslist ad says:
“$4,250 / 2br – 1000ft2 – 2 Bedroom on Park 3 blocks to Capitol – Furnished – Monthly $4250 (Capitol Hill – 3 blocks to Capitol) (more…)
229 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Frank for sending yesterday: “My favorite annual question. is Cap Lounge finally returning?! Lights on. Paper coming down?”
Matt writes: “Sadly… the dream is dead. The Conservative Partnership Institute (CPI) bought the Capitol Lounge.”
Thought there is an ounce of hope just in from another reader: “I’m told if they reopen it won’t be in that location anyway. Not quite dead yet.”
Stay tuned.
Capitol Lounge closed after 26 years back in September 2020.
1250 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I walked by City Tap House on Connecticut Ave NW, south of Dupont Circle, and noticed it was dark and empty inside. Which I thought was odd, especially on a weekend. These signs were in the window. Looks like DC Health closed them temporarily for “violation of the DC food code regulations”, and the restaurant is claiming it’s due to “not having an updated business license”. (more…)
300 Massachusetts Ave, NE
Thanks to Brian for sending around 3:50pm: “Just… how.” (more…)
514 8th Street, SE previously home to Tio Javier/Pacifico Cantina/Capitol Video Sales.
“Dear PoPville,
I was walking down Barracks Row and noticed the Tortuga restaurant is closed/windows covered. It was a Mexican ish restaurant a few years ago and the turned over to this. Curious if it’s changing form again?”
Tortuga posted on their IG December 6th: “Thank you to everyone who has supported Tortuga over the years. We have closed for remodel, but remain open for holiday parties and private events. We can’t wait for you to see what’s next!”
1500 East Capitol Street, NE
Thanks to Geno for sharing the news about Capitol Square Bar & Grill‘s opening:
“Great Beer, Excellent Food!!
One of DC’s newest spots, a beautiful one at that!!”
Check out their menu here.
Their website says:
“We are pleased to announce the opening of the first family restaurant serving the Hill East neighborhood. Located at the corner of East Capitol & 15th Street on Historic Capitol Hill, Capitol Square Bar & Grill wants to be your place for reconnecting with friends and family as we reemerge from the pandemic.
DC Capitol Square Bar & Grill is a reflection of our diverse community, (more…)
This rental is located at 1401 East Capitol St. SE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,150 / 2br – 700ft2 – GREAT LOCATION OF TWO BEDROOM PLUS DEN ON EAST CAPITOL STREET (Capitol Hill/Washington, DC) (more…)
This rental is located at 7th St NE near Morris St NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,750 / 1br – 525ft2 – Capitol Hill English Basement near H Street (Capitol Hill) (more…)