“Dear PoPville,

The headphone snatchers are still out on the MBT. A week ago I was walking on the MBT at night near the Eckington Dog Park and two teens rode by on a Lime electric bike. A woman coming the other way yelled something and said they had just grabbed her air pods. I don’t know if she got them back but they took off so it’s unlikely.

And Friday, May 29, in broad daylight at 6 pm, (more…)



2121 P Street, NW

Maybe it’s a soft opening because their IG still says: “The wait is almost over. Michael Schlow & The Riggsby are reopening in Dupont Circle, summer 2026.” Though their website says “OPENING MAY 2026” and you can make reservations.

Thanks to Susan for sending: “The Riggsby is open on P St., NW. Expensive. Beautiful decor.” (more…)



438 Massachusetts Ave, NW

A farewell note from the folks at Present Company Public House:

“To our wonderful community,

We’ve been putting this off for a long time – maybe longer than we should have – because it’s a difficult reality to confront. And because it’s been a rough several years for the DC restaurant and bar scene, and it’s sad to chalk up another tally on the wrong side of the board. But it’s time to say goodbye.

Present Company Public House will be closing to the public on May 31st.

It’s been a challenging ride, (more…)


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