25th and K Street, NW
Thanks to Emily for sending around 10:45pm.
To the film noir video: (more…)
2121 Ward Court, NW
We’ve noted the major alley action in Georgetown and now check out what’s cooking in West End. This is technically a Court and not an alley but feels like an alley. First up is DZO coming to this cool little building: (more…)
2101 L Street, NW
Thanks to Amy for sending yesterday morning:
“I hit (the new) Nino’s this morning on my way in to work. The space is really bright and open, particularly compared to Bourbon Coffee which used to be in the same location. Not a ton of seating, but some good coffee and pastry options. I got a blueberry scone, which was buttery and delicious, (more…)
previously home to a Bourbon Coffee
Good news from Nino’s Bakery:
“Come check out the new location of our bakery at 2101 L St NW this Monday, October 5th!” (more…)
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…)

“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…)
2401 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Exciting update from Ellizabetta/La Strega:
“From the team behind Apero/La Boheme, Italian with a little magic…! Opening 9/8/26” (more…)
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…)

2100 Block of N Street, NW
Thanks to David for sending these amazing photos from last night’s (6:30pm Wednesday) Pepco electrical substation explosion in West End: (more…)

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…)