1959 E Street, NW
Thanks to Bob for sending:
“SecreTea at 1959 E St has gone out of business. Next up is El Jefe Pizza. It’s not clear whether this is the same El Jefe as the one on Wisconsin Avenue.”
Stay tuned.
1959 E Street, NW
Thanks to Bob for sending:
“SecreTea at 1959 E St has gone out of business. Next up is El Jefe Pizza. It’s not clear whether this is the same El Jefe as the one on Wisconsin Avenue.”
Stay tuned.
see the interactive map here
Update from Pepco 2:12pm: “power has now been restored to all impacted customers.”
Update from Pepco 1:46pm:
“Pepco crews are making progress restoring power in Foggy Bottom. Power is expected to be restored to all affected customers by 2 p.m.
The cause of the outage remains under investigation. At this time, there is no indication of foul play.” (more…)
2127 I Street, NW photo from 2023 prior to opening
“Dear PoPville,
I am writing to share that, based on the removal of the Foggy Bottom Bodega location from Bodega Taqueria y Tequila’s website (the site previously listed the location.)” (more…)

Action at the Downtowner “Delicatessen Cafe”! Or that little kiosk attached to it anyway: (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
The reopened park in the triangle space of C Street Northwest 18th Street Northwest and Virginia avenue Northwest has the bottom of the fountain painted blue… It wasn’t like this before. (more…)

20th and Pennsylvania Ave, NW
From a press release:
“Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce that the second Bindaas Bowls & Rolls, carryout concept, will open on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The “to-go”- focused concept will replace its sister restaurant, Bindaas, in Foggy Bottom and will offer popular Indian dishes that better serve the dining audience residing and working around 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, 20006. Diners can anticipate classic bowls and tempting rolls to build their own customized meal with their favorite ingredients. (more…)

2000 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Space #3
The liquor license placard for Gigi’s Pasta says:
“New Class “C” Tavern occupying Space #3 inside of Western Market food hall, with a Seating Capacity of 100 and a Total Occupancy Load of 100. The Licensee is also requesting the Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”
STAY TUNED.

photo by Rachel Paraoan
From a press release:
“TACOCAT, the latest addition to Western Market from acclaimed chef and restaurateur, Tim Ma, is now open at the Foggy Bottom-based food hall.
The new taco stall is serving an unapologetically fun lineup of globally inspired bites, embracing a no-rules approach to Mexican staples. The menu blends creativity with authenticity, featuring a variety of tacos, burritos, tortas, and ceviches, alongside bold appetizers and playful takes on breakfast classics. (more…)

2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Thanks to Bob for sending: “A new place called Tacocat just opened in Western Market across from the Chipotle.” (more…)

1921 I Street, NW
Their last day was on Friday. I’m told that The building is getting redeveloped but Jetties is looking for a new space somewhere downtown. (more…)