photo by andy ward

From DDOT:

“Today, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and the Office of Public-Private Partnerships (OP3) announce that Plenary Infrastructure DC (PIDC) is the preferred bidder for the DC Smart Street Lighting project. This $309 million project is the District’s first-ever public private partnership (P3), will modernize streetlights, and is the nation’s largest urban streetlight modernization project using the P3 model. (more…)



4th and K St, NW via google maps

“Dear PoPville,

I was taking my usual route to work, heading southbound on 4th St NW at 7:55am yesterday, when an individual pushing a red shopping cart began verbally threatening to kill me. He then stepped in front of me into the street at that intersection and brandished a crow bar, saying that he would never let me cross the street and he would end my life. (more…)



photo by LaTur

From a press release:

“Officials from Hoffman-Madison Waterfront (HMW), developer of The Wharf, the $3.6 billion, mile-long waterfront neighborhood in Southwest DC, today announced the much-anticipated preliminary line-up of retail businesses and restaurants joining The Wharf when completion of the waterfront is celebrated on October 12, 2022.

Following more than a decade of planning and development, and four years of operation, The Wharf will be substantially completed by October 12, 2022–five years from the date The Wharf opened its first phase.

The businesses joining The Wharf’s curated retail and restaurant mix include:

Philippe Chow (7,373 sf located at 635 Wharf Street adjacent to The Green on the street level of Amaris): An iconic New York City restaurant for almost two decades, Philippe Chow has become a staple for Manhattan – including athletes, musicians, and movie stars – who crave Chef Chow’s spin on traditional Chinese cuisine with results that are modern, flavorful, and theatrical. Chef Chow’s world-renowned menu of Beijing-style dishes has pioneered the way for elevated Chinese cuisine in the US, cementing his influence in NYC’s culinary scene and nightlife. In Fall 2022, Philippe Chow plans to open in DC at The Wharf, which will feature a remarkable covered patio area adjacent to The Green with sweeping waterfront views of the Potomac River. The restaurant – which will seat 270 total (75 outdoor, 175 indoor and 20 bar seats).

Lucky Buns (2,679 sf located at 675 Wharf Street on the waterfront): Chef Alex McCoy brings the popular DMV burger spot to SW–his fourth location in the region. (more…)



courtesy London Curry House

UPDATE: Opening Friday January 14th!

From a press release:

“Restaurateur Asad Sheikh, who since 2018 has opened multiple locations of both Bombay Street Food and the fast casual Butter Chicken Company through DC, is opening his next concept today, January 12th Friday, January 14th. London Curry House (1301 U Street NW, Washington, DC) will feature and celebrate the most popular Indian dishes, typically found and beloved in London and has a different menu from Sheikh’s other establishments. Featuring London’s most popular Indian dishes, favorites included Fish n Chips with Curry Sauce, Chicken Tikka Masala, Jalfrezi Fries (stir fried bell pepper) and Nargisi Kofta (meatballs with a rich curry sauce). There will also be many Vegan and Vegetarian options, include Saag Panir (spinach and cottage cheese), Daal Makni (whole black lentils) and Chana Masala (chickpeas). (more…)



1728 Wisconsin Ave, NW photo by Georgetown Main Street

Thanks to Georgetown Main Street for sending: “Sticx at 1728 Wisconsin Ave NW is NOW OPEN! For now, open 5pm-10pm daily”

“Sticx explores the rich tradition of Asian street food, focusing on styles of barbecue from Japan, China, Thailand, Malaysia, and Burma, as well as sushi, all served on sticks.” (more…)



1341 14th Street, NW

We’ve been monitoring the old Barrel House space since they moved next door at the end of 2015. Finally got a bit of interesting scuttlebutt – sounds like Foxtrot Market could be interested in the space. Not sure if it’s big enough for them, but if they do get it, here’s to hoping they save the barrel!

It still has the for lease sign (as does the neighboring space, Lustine Realty Co.) (more…)


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