900 Florida Ave, NW

This space has been previously home to Ma’ed Ethiopian Restaurant, Lucy Bar and restaurant, Bella Cafe, Climax sports bar and of course was a longtime home to Asmara Cafe and Lounge.

Thanks to NotTheFullPackage for sending: “bye bye DeJa Vu not sure what’s happening, but they haven’t been open in weeks and they just took down the sign.” (more…)



photo by LaTur

From AlertDC:

“The US Air Force Air Combat Command (ACC) Aerial Control Team (ACT) will control a flyover in the National Capital Region at Audi Field today, September 15th 2022, at 6:45PM.”

and from a Traffic Advisory:

“The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is pleased to host the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 45th Annual Awards Gala on Thursday, September 15, 2022. (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

Does anyone know the plan to (hopefully) redevelop the property at 1900 7th St NW where the abandoned CVS is? This area has turned into an open air drug market, including the Wells Fargo and the area across from the Howard Theater. A redevelopment of that property would certainly help the situation.”



photos by Nancy Anderson courtesy ESL Shaw

From a press release:

“The District welcomes a new neighbor on Friday in a business that can be considered an old friend, ESL Shaw (1230 9th Street, NW). The two-level entertainment venue will feature a range of programming, from DJ-centric events, to an elevated beverage program and new weekend daytime activities. Spearheaded by the ownership entity behind the former Eighteenth Street Lounge, and with oversight from operations head Jordan Naber, ESL Shaw will also offer a light fare menu. (more…)


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