2404 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
From a press release:
“Chef Danny Lledó, owner and creative mind behind Washington, DC’s internationally renowned Spanish restaurant Xiquet announced today a forthcoming second restaurant, situated on the first floor of his intimate restaurant space in the Glover Park neighborhood. El Taller del Xiquet (pronounced “el ta-YER del chee-KETT”), or Xiquet’s Workshop, will take over the street-level space of Lledó’s Michelin-starred fine dining destination. (more…)
5300 South Dakota Ave NE
From an email:
“The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation is proud to announce the grand opening of ALDI at Art Place at Fort Totten, delivering an affordable, high-quality grocery store to the greater Northeast D.C. community. (more…)
4330 48th Street, NW, Superfresh closed in 2011
Thanks to Ryan for sending the Spring Valley Superfresh/Lady Bird update:
“Trees being removed for demolition to begin at Superfresh. According to the guy I assume is the project manager, demolition of the actual buildings should begin mid-December.” (more…)
201 East Capitol Street, SE courtesy DOLA Photo
Check out the Quill and Crumb Menu here (PDF)
From a press release:
“The Folger Shakespeare Library is ready to welcome guests to its brand new café, Quill & Crumb, which opens on Friday, November 22. The new café is housed in the Folger’s historic Great Hall and will offer lunch, baked goods, snacks, and savory bites alongside coffee and tea service. A bar offering beer, wine, local cider, and assorted seasonal cocktails will also be a part of the menu. Quill & Crumb is open to the public, and no timed-entry passes or event tickets are needed in order to dine at the café. (more…)
“Phase 2 Map: West Potomac Park Drive SW”
From DC Water:
“DC Water today announces the opening of West Potomac Park Drive SW, a new road constructed as part of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT) Project. Beginning Monday, November 18, 2024, drivers and visitors will have another option to alleviate the partial closure of Ohio Drive SW. The road provides an easy way to get around the main construction site in West Potomac Park, which will remain active until the project’s completion in 2030. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’m distressed to learn from a friend that there is antisemitic graffiti on the DC side of Maple Street in Takoma Park and that the community and government has been almost nonresponsive. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Wondering if you have ever seen this before?
Around 1pm today (Wed.), a man walked through the alley behind (more…)
1736 Connecticut Ave, NW
Krave opened up here back in 2023. Prior to Krave this space was home to Le Mirch, Dalchinni, Karma Kitchen and Polo India Club.
The dreaded sticker now posted at Krave: (more…)
“Best-in-class VIP experience will transform Capital One Arena with two new exclusive club spaces, offering world-class amenities, premium dining, and unparalleled access to D.C.’s top sports and entertainment events”
Lounge week continues here on PoPville…
From a press release:
” Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), and its official global airline partner, United Airlines, announced plans today for the launch of the United Globe Club℠ and United Globe Lounge℠ at Capital One Arena. This groundbreaking new multi-level, all-inclusive premium seating and hospitality destination will redefine the VIP experience for fans in the national capital region.
As the D.C. region’s largest airline, United will offer unique experiences to United® MileagePlus® members. They will have the ability to access the United Globe Club and Lounge with select game ticket packages that will be available through MileagePlus Exclusives. (more…)
1344 H Street, NE previously home to Sospeso
“Taqueria Los Perez
Mexican Restaurant
Local-Family Owned
🌮Tacos•Birria•Fajitas•Tortas
Mon.-Thurs.: 8AM-9PM
Fri.-Sun.: 8AM-9:30PM”
Check out the menu here.
Great news from Taqueria Los Perez: (more…)