West End

“Is this allowable?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

A crop of new signs popped up on our block today, then we noticed a large pile by the trash on a side street. Are campaign representatives allowed to move other campaign’s signs?”

On Thursday we shared from Attorney General Racine’s office:

“Is it legal to destroy election signs in the lead up to the election?

No. It is illegal under District law to intentionally remove, deface, damage, or destroy a lawfully placed billboard, poster, sign or other material relating to a candidate or referendum in the 30 days before the election or up to four days after the election. (more…)

Tatte Bakery & Cafe West End Opening Wednesday August 26th

By Prince Of Petworth

Update: “Alright DC, we can finally say it: DOORS OPEN WEDNESDAY, 8/26 at 7am!! and we cannot wait to meet you!”

Back in October 2019 we learned that Boston’s Tatte Bakery & Cafe would be coming to the former Meiwah restaurant, which closed after 20 years in May 2019. They’ll be opening the new space this coming Monday the 24th Wednesday the 26th. (more…)

The Democracy Tree, At Least, Seems To Be Doing Well

By Prince Of Petworth


New Hampshire and M Street, NW

Timing, again, feels right to remind folks of our Democracy Tree. It was planted in 2000.

“This Tree is dedicated to the more than half million veterans, taxpayers, and citizens of the District of Columbia who, despite fighting in foreign wars, paying their full measure of taxes and faithfully serving their country, continue to have no voting representation in the Congress of the United States of America.

“Taxation without Representation is Tyranny”

Foundry Democracy Project, Foundry United Methodist Church”

Here’s to hoping we are able to change the name to The 51st State Tree soonest.

Roaming Rooster is coming to the Western Market Food Hall this Fall. This is not a drill.

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering for 2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

Westbrook Partners and MRP Realty (MRP), developers and managers of commercial, residential, mixed-use and industrial real estate across the Mid-Atlantic region, along with Baltimore-based Cana Development (CANAdev), food and retail asset management experts, announce more details behind the newest restaurants coming to Western Market. The new food hall, first announced in February, will revive the original historic marketplace at 2000 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, D.C.

“We continue to be inspired by the resiliency of restaurant owners, given the current retail environment,” said Tim Hill, Vice President of Investments, MRP Realty. “At Western Market, we welcome our roster of local, small business owners who reflect the kaleidoscope of DC’s culturally-rich food scene.”

The original Western Market was constructed in 1802 as one of three original markets in Architect Pierre L’Enfant’s blueprint for the city. Located in the heart of the Foggy Bottom neighborhood adjacent to George Washington University, Western Market will feature a dynamic line up of vendors, offering both locals and visitors a modern culinary destination that reflects the diverse and resilient community of Washington, D.C.

Western Market welcomes the latest additions to the development: (more…)

“Can confirm it’s delicious!”

By Prince Of Petworth


1143 New Hampshire Ave, NW

Thanks to Annie for reporting: “Mercy Me DC is officially open in West End. It’s inside the newly renovated version of the Wink hotel (Yours Truly). Seems like they’re doing a modified menu for now but they’re serving up Call Your Mother bagels, pastries etc and pizza starting at lunch. Can confirm it’s delicious!” (more…)

Looks Like Bobby’s Burger Palace May Be Permanently Closing

By Prince Of Petworth


2121 K Street, NW

Thanks to Ethan for sending Saturday: “Signage from Bobby’s Burger Bar on K street being removed”

Bobby’s Burger Palace opened on K Street in August 2011.

At the moment this location is still listed as temporarily closed on their website. Obviously the sign coming down is never a good sign, updates when/if the closure is announced as permanent.

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