1921 8th Street, NW
Thanks to Thom for sending the tip: ” The Cava in Shaw is closing on Friday. Another business down in the Shay! Heard it directly from the employees. They were sharing it to all customers. Letting everyone know.”
Ed. Note: I also called and confirmed Friday is their last day in Shaw. Cava opened here back in December 2016. (more…)
Ed. Note: “Logan Circle Statue Refinishing” last happened not too long ago in November 2021. Completed December 30, 2021.
Thanks to Anita for sending the update: “Power washing Logan statue.”
ICYMI: (more…)
Thanks to Noa for passing on the announcement from Childhood Cafe about their upcoming second location: (more…)
1301 U Street, NW
The Streets Market coming to U Street will go from the alley all the way down to where Poppin Mess Champagne & Dessert Bar was supposed to come (the former Bin 1301 wine bar) space: (more…)
photo by banjaxx
From Events DC:
“The Walter E. Washington Convention Center will host Awesome Con from March 13 – 15, 2026. The estimated attendance for the event is 25,500 people.
Awesome Con dates: (more…)
704 7th Street, NW
This space was previously home to an eat brgz and before that was the longtime home to a Legal Sea Foods.
“Beer Hall & Sports Bar
Your New Pre-Game Pass 🍻
📍 Chinatown, Washington DC
🍺 Rotating Drafts 🥨 Stuffed Pretzels
🏀 Games, Watch Parties & Pop-Ups”
Check out Beer Hall & Sports Bar’s menu here.
From an email:
“Hall Pass: Beer Hall & Sports Bar is a limited-time popup concept opening on March 19, 2026 in the heart of Chinatown, just steps from Capital One Arena. Spanning approximately 3,000 square feet, the space delivers a social beer hall experience built for big games, pre-game crowds, and neighborhood hangs.
Designed as a modern take on the classic beer hall, Hall Pass blends communal seating, high-definition screens throughout the venue, and a high-energy sports parlor atmosphere. The result is a destination made for watching the game, while staying fueled with great beer and food built to share.
Beer & Cocktail Program (more…)
a look at some of the goods at newly opened DC Al Toque
“Latin Cuisine • Bakery Café • Eventos • Bar
🇻🇪 Sabor venezolano en Washington DC
🥟 Empanadas venezolanas
🫓 Arepas
🍳 Desayuno criollo
🥑 Aguacate fresco
🍖 Carne mechada
🍔 Hamburguesas especiales
☕ Café y panadería”
“Dear PoPville,
We have a new Venezuelan restaurant in town!! DC Al Toque, is having its soft opening today. The Arepas and Pastries look delicious!! The address is 3910 14th St NW.”
Many more photos plus the menu below: (more…)
1756 Columbia Road, NW
“Chef Alexis Grea’s bakery
Washington DC – Coming soon 🥐”
Thanks to Cait for sending the incredible news about Alexis Grea’s new bakery coming to Adams Morgan (from a) “Former baker for bread alley!”
About Alexis Grea: (more…)
15th and K Street, NW back in the day
Thanks to Mick for sending: “Looks like a Maman bakery is coming (more…)
2155 P Street, NW
Not just La Merna coming to the old Duffy’s space on P Street in Dupont Circle!! Thanks to Jonathan for the heads up. Saints Way Sandwich Shop coming too: (more…)