“Dear PoPville,
There is a public tennis court at 23rd and N St, NW that one or more daycares use as a giant playpen. It’s unfair to players who would like to use the court, the kids rip down the nets, and (more…)
Neighborhoods
301 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Thanks to Mary for sending for sending the latest from the Pupatella coming to Capitol Hill: Painted and “And someone’s working today!!” (more…)
“The Square is a chef-driven food market destination where cuisine, culture and community are woven together. Spearheaded by Richie Brandenburg and Rubén Garcia, The Square is slated to open in June 2023 within International Square – a 1.1 million square-foot complex occupying nearly a full city block in the heart of Washington, D.C.”
From an email:
“We’re excited to officially announce the roster of chefs and concepts that will soon be coming to The Square.
Located downtown at 1875 I St NW, The Square is a chef-driven food market destination where cuisine, culture and community are woven together. Spearheaded by Richie Brandenburg and Rubén Garcia, The Square is slated to open in June 2023 within International Square – a 1.1 million square-foot complex occupying nearly a full city block in the heart of Washington, D.C.
Please find the full list of concepts below:
Cashion’s Rendezvous [Ann Cashion, John Fulchino] – Oysters, crab cakes, and strong drinks. The Eat Place and Half Shell legacy lives on in Ann Cashion and John Fulchino’s latest venture.
Mahal Afro-Filipino BBQ [Jerome Grant] – Jerome Grant, the famed chef behind the Smithsonian’s Sweet Home Café, highlights the flavors of his heritage along with a rotating counter experience at his new spot for Filipino BBQ, bites, and cocktails.
Flora Pizzeria (more…)
Thanks to Laura for sending: “Sad to report that Aloha Poke’s manager told me [Wednesday] was the final day for their Union Station location (their Dupont location will live on). The reason for the closing had to do with rent payments during the pandemic.”
“Tiny Vinyl Shop is, as the name proclaims, a small but focused record seller. (more…)
234 Upshur Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I heard that a bakery and/or coffee shop was opening in this corner spot on 3rd and Upshur Street NW. There are signs of life stirring in the space, but I haven’t seen any announcements. Anyone know what’s coming soon?”
And across the street: (more…)
This rental is located at 1301 15th Street Northwest. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
1345 Connecticut Ave, NW, photos by Edward McGlone
Thanks to Edward for sharing just before 1pm: “apparent fire at the former Big Hunt building. Crews gearing up and deploying hoses. Connecticut Ave is blocked NB at N St NW” (more…)
From Cleveland Park Bar and Grill earlier this week: “Exciting news, DC friends! Cleveland Park Bar and Grill’s iconic rooftop is officially OPEN! (more…)
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
Can you please alert your followers about this horrifying incident that happened this morning in Dupont to my friend. We’ve ask MPD to update the alert to make sure people know this was not just a robbery but also an attempted kidnapping.
This morning at 6am my female friend was walking and was grabbed from behind at the corner of 19th and Q NW from a man who tried to force her into his white sedan. She fought him off and he took off in the car. (more…)