
2660 Woodley Road, NW
Was sad to see the tree stump but was very impressed with the preservation: (more…)

2660 Woodley Road, NW
Was sad to see the tree stump but was very impressed with the preservation: (more…)

1304 Alabama Ave, SE rendering via DCPL
From WMATA:
“Metro and the District of Columbia today announced a joint development project at Congress Heights station that will bring a new DC Public Library opens in a new tab and improved transit infrastructure to the community.
The project is commencing with the construction of transit improvements enabling the development of a new 23,000-square-foot public library adjacent to the station, creating a community destination that connects residents to educational resources, services, and opportunities while enhancing access to public transportation.
The District is investing $15 million in transit and infrastructure improvements to support broader housing and economic goals, improve multimodal connections to the 183-acre St. Elizabeths East development and the surrounding community, and create an opportunity to anchor Congress Heights station with a new public library. (more…)

Connecticut and I Street, NW (that weird spot where 17th and Connecticut flip near the White House)
We first reported that Rosetta “the Italian Bakery” would be opening here back in November 2025. Was happy to see their doors now open!
Check out their menu here.
“Top-Rated Italian Bakery”
Hours and more info: (more…)

1712 I Street, NW
Ed. Note: In February 2023 E-Tea opened in the former Wicked Waffle space here. Welcome Little Tiger Dumplings “START WITH $9.95 EVERY DAY!”
“Lunch just got better at Little Tiger DC 🐯🔥 (more…)

17th and K Street, NW
With sun shade umbrellas too!! Just unsurpassed. Plus it has a TON of seating of various types: (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
ROUND Cafe is located inside the award-winning Laos in Town restaurant at 250 K Street, NE. Its menu includes hand-crafted coffees, matchas, tea mocktails, pastries, and savory bites. (more…)

Thanks to A. for sending the latest update from Logan Circle: “Grass and sidewalks getting installed.”
Looks like they’ll make the June 15th targeted reopening date.
Thanks to Eric for also sending photos: (more…)

15th and U Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Walked by the Sunoco on U and 15th this AM around 5 and it was closed.”
Another reader asks:
“Do you have any scoop on the closure of the Sunoco at 15th and U? It seems very sudden with no information on what is coming next!”
Another reader writes of a “development” coming but no other details. Anyone hear what’s up?
STAY TUNED.

Ed. Note: Also EVERY SINGLE bar in town! Literally. Well not literally but gotta be over 90%!
From the Mayor’s Office:
“With the FIFA World Cup 2026 starting this week, Mayor Muriel Bowser today reminded residents that D.C. United’s United in Play Soccer Celebration—Washington, DC’s official gathering place and watch party for the world’s game this summer—begins this Friday, June 12 at Franklin Park in the heart of Downtown DC. A second soccer celebration comes the following weekend, June 19–21, at Tingey Plaza in Navy Yard. Both events are free and open to the public with advance registration. (more…)

5714 Connecticut Ave, NW via Wheelhouse
“Wheelhouse Opens on Wednesday, June 10th at 5pm We are officially OPEN! ⚓️ See you today at 5pm, reservations are limited and Walk-Ins are welcome!”
Check out their menus here.
Boom!
Hours currently set at: (more…)