1636 R Street, NW
From an email:
“As the snow continues, Mikko Nordic Fine Foods is opening its doors as a cozy Dupont Circle refuge, offering a lineup of steaming Nordic hot drinks, comforting starters, and the newly returned Raclette and Buckwheat Blinis—available for a limited time only. Guests can settle into the warm, hygge‑filled rowhouse café for a taste of true Nordic winter traditions.
What’s New & Noteworthy (more…)
1610 20th Street, NW
Ed. Note: This building is also home to SABAI Thai-Lao Dining (2nd floor) and Ko Japanese dining (3rd floor.) Prior the space was previously home to a Thaiverse and Step-Childe Harold redux.
“Harmonious Kitchen
Wholesome Japanese Cuisine, Nurturing Harmony and Connection”
Check out their menu here.
“WE’RE OPENING IN DUPONT CIRCLE!
Our first brick-and-mortar spot is here! (more…)
1829 M Street, NW
Big week for M Street continues with Burnin Bird Hot Chicken.
“D.C’s Newest Hot Chicken Joint!
Halal Hormone Free Chicken (more…)
1815 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Thanks to K. for sending last night:
“This evening at the Walgreens north of Dupont Circle (Connecticut Ave & Florida Ave NW), (more…)
1825 M Street, NW
Update from the broker: “The pond has landed at the Whale! Deal done. Dupont Public Housee – we are making safety, kitchen, and entertainment upgrades to the building to bring it into this century while maintaining all of the classic architecture and will be open this spring in time for everyone to enjoy the World Cup!”
Note: Leading the project will be Rex the GM from Across the Pond (not the previous ownership.)
Back on December 2nd we shared the news that Across The Pond would be moving into the old Sign of the Whale space on M Street. But then were quickly told it was not a done deal yet. I’m happy to report I got the news last night that the deal is now done!! (more…)
rendering of 1815 Connecticut Ave, NW by Post Brothers via MHN
“Dear PoPville,
You posted this last year: “Checking in on Office Building to Housing Conversions”
Looks like there is some big news last week. The developer has to move forward with the project: (more…)
1604 17th Street, NW via google
Update from from Susan Cole (via Gary):
“The Tabard Inn bought the sculpture “Humanity’s Throne” and it is now installed in front of the Tabard.”
“Dear PoPville,
Do you happen to know what happened to the large Robert Cole sculpture (of a man on a throne) that used to be in front of 1604 17th St NW? I walked by this evening and noticed it was gone.”
I took some photos on Sunday and looks like the old bank is for sale/for lease: (more…)
“The 1st Afghan Chai Cart: DC-DuPont Circle M-F: 8 am – 1 pm
Premium hand-brewed Afghan Chai Lattes & More!”
I always walk past this cart on the weekends when it’s closed up and have wondered what’s the word? (more…)
1729 Connecticut Ave, NW
Ed. Note: I thought for sure this was gonna be another one of those weirdo storefronts, hell I’m not convinced it isn’t…
Flashback to 2019: Support Your Local “Video” Stores – Happy “30 Years of Love” to Capitol Video Sales
1729 Connecticut Ave, NW
Cloverleaf Institute of America’s website says:
“The Cloverleaf Institute of America is dedicated to enhancing transportation efficiency and safety through innovative freeway intersection infrastructure. (more…)
ala DC Bar Rendering
From an email:
“ala will be briefly closing their Washington DC location for renovations beginning Thursday, January 8. The Levantine restaurant first opened in March 2021 in a space that, until now, has not been majorly renovated since 1998. Given all of the uncertainty in the city, ala wants to commit and invest in the community by updating their location to reflect what DC deserves, a bright welcoming space that brings people together. The menu will keep their signature combination of dishes from countries in the Levant region including (more…)