Neighborhoods

The Bazaar by Jose Andres Opens at The Old Post Office Building!!

By Prince Of Petworth


inside 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. Photos courtesy Jose Andres Group

From a press release:

“Jose Andres Group is proud to introduce The Bazaar by Jose Andres in the historic Old Post Office building in Washington, D.C., relaunched in 2022 by CGI Merchant Group, in partnership with Hilton under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand. The opening of The Bazaar at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC signals the culmination of a 30-year journey for Chef Andres, who has dreamed of opening a restaurant in the historic building since he arrived in Washington, DC in 1993. (more…)

Aurora Market Posts Plea after multiple robberies in Park View

By Prince Of Petworth


500 Irving Street, NW

Ed. Note: You can learn more about and support Aurora Market here. “Veteran Owned & Family Operated. The Modern Mom & Pop Shop. We are more than an organic grocery store. We are a pillar of the community.”

Thanks to those who tagged us and messaged us Aurora Market‘s plea from IG:

“Posting mugshots of repeat offenders wasn’t in our plans when opening @auroramarketdc

As a recent United States Army retiree I made a decision to remove myself from government and politics. Today, I feel compelled to voice my frustration with the lack of support from our representative @brianneknadeau

Since we began developing @auroramarketdc on 2/1/2021 my wife and I have contacted @brianneknadeau office numerous times without any response: (more…)

“Columbia Heights-Based Ghost Kitchen Will Offer Southeast Asian Inspired Roast Chicken and Sides”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos courtesy Spicebird

From a press release:

“Spicebird, a new ghost kitchen concept from the team behind local Malaysian restaurant Makan and neighborhood sports bar The Thirsty Crow launched on February 2nd, 2023 for carryout and delivery service. The ghost kitchen will serve Southeast Asian inspired roast chicken with a variety of sides and sauces influenced by Chef James Wozniuk’s travels through southeastern Asia and his love for the region’s diverse culinary practices. In times of economic uncertainty, Spicebird aims to serve a delicious, approachable and affordable menu, and carryout orders can be placed for pickup at Makan or delivery through third party vendors. (more…)

Pacci’s Trattoria nears opening at Lincoln Park

By Prince Of Petworth


106 13th Street, SE

“Dear PoPville,

I’m wondering if Pacci’s in Lincoln Park is ever going to open?? I found articles dating back to 2018 saying they were going to open soon. The recently put signs on the doors”

The liquor license placards now up say: “A restaurant that will serve Italian Cuisine with 70 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 70. Sidewalk Café Endorsement with 14 seats.”

On January 17th Pacci’s wrote: “Getting the last finishing touches in place to serve you from our new sister location at Capitol Hill! Stay tuned for the opening day announcement!!!”

Pizza looks good: (more…)

The Road Closures for Tonight’s State of the Union Address

By Prince Of Petworth

From the US Capitol Police:

“On Tuesday, February 7, at 9:00 p.m., the President of the United States will deliver the State of the Union Address before a Joint Session of Congress. To ensure everyone’s safety, the United States Capitol Police will temporarily close roads around the U.S. Capitol.

At 6:30 a.m., the following roads will be closed to the public:

Pennsylvania Avenue between First Street, NW, and Third Street, NW
Maryland Avenue between First Street, NW, and Third Street, SW
First Street between Constitution Avenue, NW, and Independence Avenue, SW

At 5:30 p.m., the following roads will be closed to the public: (more…)

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