
“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…)

“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…)

Thanks to Will for sending us more from Foggy Bottom: (more…)

2305 18th Street, NW via google
Thanks to Mary for sending:
“After talking with an insider M5 nails on 18st has closed – they couldn’t reach a renewed lease agreement.
They’ve moved out of the neighborhood:
1915 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006” (more…)

800 22nd Street, NW
Thanks to Bob for sending:
“The Panda Express in Foggy Bottom opened. It’s at 22nd and I, where Beefsteak used to be.”
You can see their menus here.

“Bodega Taqueria y Tequila will open in Foggy Bottom January 24”
From a press release:
“Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, a unique fast-casual taqueria that has established a reputation in Miami for Mexican street food-inspired fare and high-energy nightlife tucked away in a speakeasy-style lounge, lands in Washington on January 24 with its first DC location, a 3,800-square-foot outpost centrally located in Foggy Bottom. With a reconfigured Airstream slinging authentic and novel Mexican favorites, a secret passage (through an industrial kitchen door!) to a vibrant speakeasy that pulses with late-night DJ sets, expertly crafted cocktails, plus an enviable list of premium tequilas, Bodega will bring just the right vibes to this nightlife-starved neighborhood. (more…)