West End

What The?!?! West End/Foggy Bottom Fire Station is Currently Closed “to allow for necessary repairs and upgrades”

By Prince Of Petworth

2225 M Street, NW

“Engine Company 1 and Truck Company 2 of the District of Columbia Fire Department, serving the West End since 1871”

Update from DC Fire and EMS:

“The DC firehouse located at 2225 M Street NW is temporarily closed to allow for necessary repairs and upgrades to the apparatus bay floors. This maintenance work is underway to ensure the safety and long‑term functionality of the station. We expect the firehouse to reopen by September 23.

During this temporary closure, all DC Fire and EMS units assigned to this station remain fully in service and are operating from nearby firehouses to ensure uninterrupted emergency response for the community.”

Well this is bizarre. Thanks to a reader for sending this morning: “Walked by this morning and ???” (more…)

Nino’s Bakery Moving 8 Blocks West on L Street! Current Location to become a Coffee Bar!!

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Nino’s on L Street is moving from 1310 L St NW to a new location at 2101 L St NW. I’m surprised they’re moving someplace that is both very competitive and relative far from their mostly walk-in trade. It’s a shame they’re moving someplace didn’t take over the former AuBon Pain around the corner from their current location.” (more…)

The Best Sandwich Place’s Newest Location Now Open

By Prince Of Petworth

2100 L Street, NW

Thanks to Amy for sending The Best Sandwich Place update yesterday:

“Not sure when they opened at 2100 L Street NW but went today for the first time. They had a LOT of staff but the ordering process felt a little disjointed – I was not sure who to go to of the four people behind the counter but everything came together quickly. My sandwich was pricey, but absolutely delicious. Happy to have them in the neighborhood as a break from West Wing Cafe.” (more…)

Looks Like Row House – West End Closing

By Prince Of Petworth


1155 21st Street, NW

Ed. Note: In an email to Row House West End asking for confirmation that 5/31 would be their last day they only replied asking me if I was a member, then did not reply again. So apparently they neither confirm nor deny…

Thanks to R. for sending: “looks like Row House West End is closing on May 31st. They’ve also taken all listings off ClassPass.” (more…)

Action at the old Marcel’s – Italian Restaurant, Ellizabetta La Strega, is Coming!

By Prince Of Petworth


2401 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

“From Advanced sommelier and owner of Apero & La Boheme, and husband and wife team Chef Jenn Castaneda-Jones and Stephen Jones, comes Ellizabetta | La Strega, Italian with a little magic… Spring 2026…”

Thanks to Chris for sending: “Something New In Old Marcel’s Space. I just saw a liquor license placard go up in the old Marcel’s space at 2401 Pennsylvania Ave NW. (more…)

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