
Wisconsin and Upton Place, NW
Get ready for a Chopt, Yu Noodles, Botiwalla and Maison de Beaute: (more…)

Wisconsin and Upton Place, NW
Get ready for a Chopt, Yu Noodles, Botiwalla and Maison de Beaute: (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
Any idea what’s going on with the new apartments on 4600 block of Wisconsin Ave (the former Kitty O’Sheas)? It’s been months since there were any workers on site and it’s half done. It’s a huge pain because they took over the sidewalk and forced pedestrians into the street behind barriers. The no parking signs (more…)

4702-4704 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Update: December 13th, a reader reports all is well and no current plans to close. Stay tuned.
This isn’t the first scare we’ve had with a potential Steak ‘n Egg closing in Tenleytown. Thanks to Noa for sending the listing:
Steak n Egg Diner FLYER2 (PDF)
They are currently still open so go get some while you can: (more…)

10 Ridge Square, NW
Hmmm Lunara by Michael Mina has a new name. A new liquor license placard has gone up for Acqua Bistecca:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with an interior seating capacity of 250. Summer Garden with 50 seats and a total capacity of 149. (more…)

Update: DC Fire and EMS reporting “2 alarm fire 3800 block Albamarle St NW. Heavy fire on arrival large 2 story detached frame house. Heavy fire knocked down. Hose lines moving in on both floors.”
“Update 2 Alarm fire 3800 block Albermarle St NW. Still exposing & extinguishing pockets of fire in a large 2.5 story detached frame house. Fire basement extended all floors and attic. There are no injuries reported.”
“AlertDC] DC Fire and EMS reports the 3800 block of Albemarle Street, NW, between 38th and 39th Streets is closed due to fire department activity. Please use alternate routes and expect delays.”
“AlertDC] DC Fire and EMS reports the following roads are closed due to fire department activity:
– 3800 block of Albemarle Street, NW
– 3800 block of Alton Place, NW
– 4400-4500 blocks of 38th Street, NW
– 4400-4500 blocks of 39th Street, NW
Please use alternate routes and expect delays.”
Thanks to M. for sending: (more…)

4513 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to David for sharing the latest from “2D Noodles, in the old Starbucks storefront, looks to be shaping up nicely. The worker’s tell me they’re going with a “soft opening” this week.”
Peek inside: (more…)

4513 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to a Starbucks
More progress at 2D Noodles opening up in Tenleytown soon.
Now hiring: (more…)

4513 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to a Starbucks
Thanks to Noa for sending the latest from 2D Noodles: “Door was open at this spot in tenleytown! Talked to people inside who were cleaning the tables. (more…)

4000 Wisconsin Avenue, NW at Upton
Botiwalla — Chai Pani Restaurant Group’s fast-casual concept with four other locations — will also debut in D.C. at Upton Place.
I’m told: “Botiwalla is a celebration of India’s late night street food scene – with its craveworthy chaats and sizzling grilled meats. There’s a good bit of crossover on Chai Pani and Botiwalla menus…we’re hoping to open by the end of the year.” (more…)