“Dear PoPville,
If the taxpayer can find the funds to refurbish the Nats’ stadium, can we assume it is now flush with cash and can afford to fill and maintain the Naval Yard splash pad in 2027? A simple pleasure for a lot of families in DC, that was sadly missing in action in 2026. The Bid did not open it in 2026 (no funds).”
300 Water St, SE
“Kruba Thai Restaurant Permanently Closed
Thank you to all of our wonderful customers for your support over the years.
It has been our pleasure to serve you, and we truly appreciate every visit and every memory shared with us.
Thank you for being part of the Kruba family.”
Thanks to L. for sending: “Kruba Thai in navy yard bites the dust. I ordered from there as recently as last week I think!!! I had no idea they were closing!” (more…)
1247 First Street, SE
Thanks to J. for sending from the Navy Yard RASA:
“For every lunch rush, every regular, every bowl we got to share – thank you. We’ve served our last bowl on this corner, but we’re not going far. Come find us at any of the four RASA locations below.
Mount Vernon Triangle, Mosaic District, Crystal City-National Landing, Rockville Pike.”
Updates when we learn who takes over the space.
69 Q Street, SW, photo by Rey Lopez
From a press release:
“Donohoe Hospitality will proudly debut Croix, a Caribbean restaurant and Botanic Bar that brings the full breadth of Caribbean cooking and botanical tradition to Washington, DC, Friday, August 14. Located atop the Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront, Croix will add a unique and elegant dining experience to the city’s rooftop landscape through a menu rooted in Crucian culinary heritage, an immersive botanical cocktail program, and a hospitality experience designed around connection, culture, and discovery.
An homage to the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Croix is not a Caribbean-inspired concept—it is a Caribbean-rooted one. The restaurant’s culinary program draws from generations of Caribbean tradition, celebrating ingredients such as breadfruit, callaloo, sorrel, pigeon peas, cassava, and Scotch bonnet peppers through both classic and contemporary techniques and refined presentation. (more…)
photo by Eric Spiegel
From AlertDC:
“The U.S. Military will conduct a Gun Salute with 39 LOUD rounds from Washington Navy Yard Wednesday, August 12 at approximately 9:00AM.”
And remember, PLEASE: Tell your friends, tell your neighbors. Tell ’em PoPville told you. They’re going to ask…
221 Tingey Street, SE
From a press release:
“Kneads, the Baltimore-based artisan bakeshop and café known for its handcrafted pastries, artisan breads, specialty coffee, and elevated all-day dining experience, is expanding its presence in DC with a new location at Thompson Washington D.C. in the vibrant Navy Yard neighborhood.
Kneads has signed a long-term lease to assume operations of the existing restaurant space at Thompson Washington D.C., located at 221 Tingey Street SE, Washington, D.C. The approximately 5,500-square-foot space will feature a signature pastry counter, full-service bar, spacious dining room, dedicated study area for guests to work remotely, and an expansive outdoor patio.
The Navy Yard café will become Kneads’ second Washington, D.C. location, joining its highly anticipated Logan Circle location, which is also slated to open later this year. (more…)
1330 Yards Place, SE
From a press release:
“Rev’d, the brand known for its high-energy, music-driven workouts, will officially open its first Washington, D.C. location on Saturday, August 8. The new studio will be located at 1330 Yards Place SE within the Navy Yard Urby development, marking a major milestone in the brand’s continued expansion.
Rev’d Navy Yard is owned and operated by local entrepreneurs and fitness leaders Kendra Simms, Jessica Taylor, and Ashley Calloway, who bring deep ties to the D.C. community and a shared vision to create an inclusive, high-energy fitness environment. The 3,000+ square foot studio will feature two of Rev’d’s signature modalities: (more…)
1237 1st Street, NW
Thanks to Kim and Justin for sending: “in case you haven’t seen. Greene Turtle Navy Yard evicted.”
Green Turtle’s website says: (more…)
From AlertDC:
“The U.S. Military will conduct a Gun Salute with 28 LOUD rounds from Washington Navy Yard Friday, July 31 at approximately 10:00AM.”
And remember, PLEASE: Tell your friends, tell your neighbors. Tell ’em PoPville told you. They’re going to ask…
1250 Half Street, SE
Wowza. Sad news from Tap99 in Navy Yard:
“After 5 incredible years, we’re sharing some bittersweet news—TAP99 is closing.
What started as an idea turned into a place full of energy, community, and countless memories. From game days to late nights, you made this place what it was—and we’re so grateful.
We’re going out the best way we know how: (more…)