Petworth

Dear PoPville – Open Kitchen Diner is Really Good!

By Prince Of Petworth


847 Upshur St, NW

Dear PoPville,

My husband and I tried this new restaurant, “Open Kitchen Diner” at 847 Upshur St. NW, just a few doors down from domku. It used to be one of the zillion, tired carry-out places. Now it has been transformed into a super clean, homestyle soul food restaurant with bar seating around the kitchen area and a few tables and chairs. The food is lovingly and carefully prepared–not overcooked. The macaroni and cheese was perfect as were the greens and sweet potatoes. Dinner for two was only $11.00! They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. I’ve never written to you before or felt the need to recommend a place, but this place deserves our community support!

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 4816 Illinois Avenue, NW:


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The listing says:

“Open Kitchen/Dining Room Area,Hardwood Floors throughout, Sun Porch on first and second floors w/ Original interior glass doors,Full Finished Basement. Close to several bus lines, Small parking space in rear. Repairs will be completed before tenant moves in. Section 8 Ok. Pets on case by case with additional charge. $50 application fee/adult.”

This 3 bed/3 bath is going for $1,850/Mo.

Chez Billy Offering Oyster Happy Hour Starting Tues. Oct. 30th

By Prince Of Petworth


3815 Georgia Avenue, NW

Last week we learned Blackbyrd would become a Vietnamese restaurant and Chez Billy would soon benefit by taking over their raw bar and oyster happy hour. From the folks at Chez Billy:

“Starting Tuesday October 30th, Chez Billy will offer it’s oyster happy hour Tuesday through Friday from 5:30 – 8:00 in the bar. Fresh, delicious, shucked to order oysters delivered daily by our Chincoteague, VA purveyor will be available for $1 each. Pair them up with $5 Muscadet; $5 Champagne; $5 Stella Artois Pints; or our $5 Cocktail of the day.”

Planning Thanksgiving? You Can Get Your Turkey and Fixings at Three Little Pigs

By Prince Of Petworth


5111 Georgia Ave, NW

From the folks at Three Little Pigs:

I have been working with Polyface Farm for turkey this Thanksgiving. The issue is that if I don’t reserve mine soon, they won’t have any for us. With it being our first year, its hard to gauge exactly what the demand will be. We are offering them three ways at different prices:

previously frozen (thawed by us) – $5 per pound

brined – $7.50 per pound

Brined and smoked over hickory wood – $10

We have options for several different sizes ranging from 10 pound to 20+, but the sooner customers reserve the better. There truly is a limited supply.

On a side note, we will also be doing fixins like stuffing, whipped potatoes, and the other usual suspects.

Former Laundromat next to Red Derby at the Corner of 14th and Quincy St, NW to become a Bar Called Lyman’s

By Prince Of Petworth


3720 14th Street, NW

Back in early Aug. I asked folks what they’d like to see come to the former laundromat next to Red Derby after hearing a number of rumors. We’ve now got the answer – a bar called Lyman’s. The liquor license posted out front says it will be a:

“Tavern serving bar food with a seating capacity of 70. Occupancy load of 70. Requesting a summer garden with a seating capacity of 20 and entertainment endorsement featuring live music.”

The Washingtonian says:

The Raven Grill owner Merid Admassu is teaming up with Kevin Perone and Cafe Saint Ex’s Jessica Kleinmann on a tavern called Lyman’s at 3720 14th Street, Northwest.

There will be at least two pinball tables and a 20-seat heated patio with a retractable roof, a latticed privacy fence, and an indoor-outdoor counter so you can order drinks without having to go inside.

Updates as construction progresses. This could be an awesome addition to the neighborhood.

Former “Goins Building” to be Redeveloped including a 4,000 Sq. Ft. Restaurant in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


Shepherd and Georgia Ave, NW

More great news for Petworth this week – I’m told the long vacant “Goins Building” at the corner of Shepherd and Georgia Ave, NW has been purchased and will be redeveloped along the same lines of the building that was redeveloped at 11th and Monroe St, NW currently home to condos up top and The Coupe in the retail space. I’m not sure if the residential units will be rentals or condos but I’ll share more info as soon as I get it. I’m especially looking forward to hearing about the retail space which I hear could become a 4,000 square foot restaurant.

Stay tuned!

Owners of the Blaguard Opening New Bistro and Beer Garden in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


2003 18th Street, NW

Big news for the 3900 block of Georgia Avenue in Petworth. The owners of the Blaguard have taken over 3911 Georgia Ave, NW (next to Qualia Coffee) and plan on doing an extensive renovation (9 months to a year) before opening a new bistro and beer garden for the back patio.


3911 Georgia Ave, NW

The 3900 block of Georgia Ave continues it’s renaissance starting with Qualia Coffee and more recently, renovations have brought a new dry cleaners, real estate office, consignment store and a new chiropractor’s office is also coming to 3909 Georgia Ave, NW.

Can’t wait to learn more about the new bistro and beer garden!


3900 block of Georgia Ave, NW

Dear PoPville – My Husband Was Mugged on the 1300 block of Shepherd St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


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Dear PoPville,

I wanted to let you know that at 1 pm yesterday afternoon my husband was assaulted and mugged outside our house on Shepherd St. 1300 block. 3 teenagers surrounded him and puched him several times and shoved himto the ground, he got up and ran but they chased, ripping off his backpack. He then turned and chased them while calling the police. Bag was found by a worker in the alley but laptop was gone. I am so shocked and saddened by this violent act in broad daylight on a busy residential street in a neighborhood that i love so much. Residents should keep awareness up at all times i guess.

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