Thanks to V. for sending just before 9am:
“This morning I noticed an awfully strong burnt rubber/chemical smell at Woodley Park metro that started all the way up at the top of the escalators. When I asked two metro attendees if there was smoke and asked why the air looked hazy, these two men proceeded to dismiss my concerns, said “That’s public transportation, it’s not gonna hurt you girl”. (more…)
2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Updated opening date for Pastiamo Osteria from an email:
“I am excited to announce that Pastiamo Osteria will open on November 19th at 2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW, bringing the warmth of a traditional Italian osteria to Woodley Park.
The 2,614-square-foot restaurant will feature (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to pass this on since you had recently posted about the pitbull mauling of the retriever at the Petworth metro.
This attack happened Friday night around 6:30-6:45 pm in the 2600 block of Connecticut Avenue in my neighborhood of Woodley Park, with an unattended brindle gray pitbull tied up outside to an umbrella table. My husband was walking with our two beagles and the pit dragged the umbrella table to lunge several yards and bit the smaller beagle in three places. Thankfully my husband was able to get the dog off of her (forced his elbow onto the pitbull’s neck and the dog let go) but the owner (more…)
Spotted in Woodley Park: (more…)
2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW
From an email:
“Pastiamo Osteria: Neighborhood Osteria opening in Woodley Park this November
Opening this November at 2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Pastiamo Osteria will bring the warmth of a traditional Italian osteria to Woodley Park. The 2,614-square-foot restaurant will pair handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza with seasonal dishes, classic cocktails, and a curated wine selection with indoor-outdoor seating available. Designed for everything from casual weeknight meals with shared bottles of wine to leisurely weekend brunches, Pastiamo will offer a convivial approach to traditional Italian dining.” (more…)
2621 Connecticut Ave, NW photo by JT
“Dear PoPville,
Are you aware that Tavern 18 abruptly closed earlier Wednesday? There were numerous US marshalls outside the building and they were waiting for the owner to arrive. Apparently (more…)
2635 Connecticut Ave, NW
Ed. Note: A recent liquor posting for Naanwise says:
“Applicant requests to Transfer License from 2635 Connecticut Avenue, N.W to a new location at 818 18th Street, N.W. Licensee is a Class C Restaurant with seating for 36 and a Total Occupancy Load of 36 indoors. Sidewalk Café Endorsement with a Total Occupancy Load of 6 and seating for 6. Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”
“Dear PoPville,
Any buzz about Naanwise in Woodley? Renovation or a totally new business?” (more…)
2605 24th Street, NW
“Authentic Mexican cuisine. Guerrero México Roots🇲🇽
🏳️🌈 2605 24th St NW, Washington, DC”
“Dear PoPville,
I learned a lot about Guerro (Acapulco area), Oaxaca and Sinaloa states and their food yesterday when we dined at El District 24. This is not a mainstream Mexican restaurant but prices are reasonable. We had a chat with the chef, Luis, and an informative waiter. Attached is a photo of the shrine in the former fireplace inside the dining room not far from the bar. (more…)
2311 Calvert Street, NW
Wishing the folks at Thai & Time Again well: (more…)
2605 24th Street, NW
This space was previously home to Flavorature and Mayahuel and Bar Civita and of course the legendary Murphy’s Irish bar.
Thanks to Pat for sending:
“There’s new signage with the name, El District 24, but I can’t find much more information other than that and the liquor license posting.” (more…)