U Street

Did somebody say Bottomless Himalayan Rice Table? Say less. But read more about the new brunch launching at Kathmandu Tapas and Cocktails

By Prince Of Petworth


1342 U Street, NW

From Kathmandu Tapas and Cocktails:

“Kathmandu Tapas & Cocktails is bringing the flavors of the Himalayas to weekend brunch with the debut of a new brunch menu beginning Saturday, August 1. Available every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the menu showcases Chef Shiva Nepal’s modern take on traditional Nepali cuisine alongside handcrafted cocktails inspired by the region.

Designed for sharing and discovery, the brunch menu blends authentic Himalayan flavors with familiar brunch favorites. Signature offerings include the Bottomless Himalayan Rice Table, (more…)

Just a little Bagpipe practice near U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Every now and then we are blessed with some random bagpipe practicing/playing. Love it. Always.

Thanks to Susanna for sending:

“Overheard this very talented bagpipe player practicing in the vestibule of the St. Augustine Catholic Church at 15th and V Sts NW from at least 8pm until 8:30pm. He probably went on for longer but I had to leave. A small crowd had gathered outside the church to listen.”

To the video! (more…)

“MPD Makes U Street Robbery (5pm, Friday) Arrest”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect in a robbery that occurred in Northwest.

On Friday, July 17, 2026, at approximately 5:02 p.m., Third District officers were flagged down by an adult male victim in the 1000 block of U Street, Northwest, for a suspect who swung a knife at him. The investigation revealed that the suspect snatched the victim’s cell phone, leading to a struggle over the device. After the victim regained possession of his property, (more…)

“I can’t believe it…they are actually taking the tracks out!”

By Prince Of Petworth


11th Street NW, “Working south until either U or S Street.”

Thanks to Krishna for sending from 11th and Florida Ave, NW:

“…most people don’t realize that the stretch of 11th has such a bad road service because of the tracks buried underneath… the road surface breaks down because of the tracks underneath it.

I can’t believe it…they are actually taking the tracks out! (more…)

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