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…)
Neighborhoods
“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…)
stock photo from our archives used for a previous unexplained explosion
“Dear PoPville,
My wife and I live in Shaw, and last night (Tuesday) we were woken at approximately 12:30 AM, 2:00 AM, and 4:30 AM by what sounded like small, nearby explosions. These do not sound like typical aerial fireworks, as there is no initial launch noise with a secondary explosion in the air. They also do not have that similar pop and crackle fireworks tend to have. Instead — out of nowhere — they are (more…)
3155 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
Sad news from Purple Patch in Mount Pleasant:
“As our Purple Patch patio comes to an end, we’d love to celebrate one last Sunday together!
Join us this Sunday, July 12 starting at 4pm for an End of Streatery celebration as we raise a glass to incredible years filled with delicious food, great conversations, laughter, and unforgettable memories shared on our beloved patio. (more…)
1829 M Street, NW
“Burnin Bird Hot Chicken
Halal Hormone Free Chicken”
Burnin Bird is now open in the former Bubbie’s space on M Street.
Grand Opening was June 19th: (more…)
UPDATE: Found Safe and Sound! Keep your Eyes Peeled for Leo “Last seen July 5 near Fort Dupont Park”
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UPDATE: Found Safe and Sound!
“Dear PoPville,
Leo was last seen July 5 near Fort Dupont Park in SE DC. He is 4 years old, friendly, and microchipped. (more…)
Thanks to Michelle for sharing: “These notices about Bagels Etc. anniversary were posted in the shop. It’s at 2122 P Street, NW” (more…)
712 7th Street, NW opened here back in 2016 previously home to a FroZenYo
Thanks to Miles and others for sending:
“Looks like the last HipCityVeg vegan restaurant in DC closed without announcement in the last week. They previously had a location in Dupont Circle (closed January 2023) and Navy Yard (closed November 2023.)”
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“Dear PoPville, (more…)
Thanks to Todd for the update yesterday afternoon:
“As of 3:15/3:30 today. There are workers cleaning—looks like they are vacuuming the bottom of the pool. The water is clearer. If the signs are accurate, the work is expected to take a week”
More photos below: (more…)
2104 Vermont Ave, NW previously home to the Bottle Collection, which closed in 2024
“Wine 🍷 | Cheese 🧀 | Meat 🍖 | Grocery 🛒 Coming in August!”
Charcuteria’s shares:
“We’re opening Charcuteria DC — a Mediterranean-inspired market and wine bar on U Street NW. Think carefully curated charcuterie, natural wines, good music, and a space that actually feels like yours.”
The liquor license placard for Charcuteria says: (more…)