
1300 block of T Street, NW
D. sends earlier this morning from T Street, NW between 13th and 14th: (more…)

1300 block of T Street, NW
D. sends earlier this morning from T Street, NW between 13th and 14th: (more…)

1431 P Street, NW opened here in 2022
“Our modern, streamlined stores are here to support you on your wellness journey. With a knowledgeable team ready to offer personalized guidance and fresh recommendations tailored to your daily routine, we’re here to help you thrive.”
“Dear PoPville,
Pressed juicery closed!! On P street and in Georgetown (1300 Wisconsin Ave, NW)!” (more…)

Thanks to Todd for sending the latest yesterday (Thursday) afternoon around 2:30pm:
“Water seems maybe clearer? Closure signs appear to be down.”
And so concludes this week’s continuing coverage from Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park.
Stay tuned for coverage from Slurpee Park next week.
John shared some background in 2025: (more…)

Thanks, I think, to a reader for sending this very unpleasant video from 16th, New Hampshire and U Street, NW.
From the files of I will not bear this burden alone so if I had to watch it, well, to the video! If you dare: (more…)

1823 Jefferson Place, NW
Established 1978!!
Uh oh, Looks like things have indeed taken a turn at Giovanni’s Trattu :( I was only 13 years off…
I did see one yelp comment that said the space had been sold to new owners so perhaps they are renovating and/or rebranding? There were no permits on the closed door indicating any work/renovations. Certainly seems like an end of an era one way or another…
The phone number on their website has been disconnected and google currently lists them as “temporarily closed”:

“At Giovanni’s Trattu, on of DC’s premier Italian restaurants, we invite you to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant traditions of Italy, where every dish is a testament to our commitment to quality and authenticity.” (more…)

1205 Half Street, SE
Horrible sights from the Gatsby last night:
“🚧 Closure Notice
Well… this certainly wasn’t how we planned things. A little rain on our parade.
Due to unexpected repairs, Gatsby is closed while we work through next steps. (more…)

While I am not a card carrying member of the cult of metro, I definitely am a fan. And this is another good reason why. So simple. Yet so useful. Well done.
Of course real metro riding gangsters know to take metro to Cleveland Park when going to the zoo so you can walk downhill and take Woodley Park on your way home :)
Challenge to Metro signage peeps: Now do L’Enfant Plaza!!

Connecticut and Albermarle Street, NW
Thanks to Andrea for the heads up about Shemalis name change to Leez Deli in Van Ness. The workers tell me it’s the same owners, same menu but now with wine: (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
We woke up to our little Kia Soul not being in its parking spot (NoMa/Union Market area) and thought it stood out enough in DC to ask folks to keep an eye out. It’s covered in worm bumpersticker magnets (we added two more not pictured here) and there was also a gummy worm stuffed animal inside (more…)