Thanks to Julia for sending: “Signs up behind the old Biergarten location on H, looks like they’re moving forward with the mini-market concept.”

Hill Rag reported:

“There are plans for a indoor retail plaza on the 1300 block of H Street NE –and the family behind the plans, the Askarinams, has business history in DC and faith in the Atlas District. (more…)



1362 H Street, NE

“Dear PoPville,

I was walking home and saw a new sign on the long vacant Kitsuen Japanese restaurant. We have seen a few vacant properties that have been preparing to open to new merchants along H Street NE with renovations, new store front windows, and a new paint job. In place of Kitsuen, it looks like the name will be EV: Ethiopian on H. (more…)



1224 H Street, NE via Sticky Rice

I don’t know if it’s just because I’m old but this one hits hard. I remember the excitement of when they first opened, which feels not that long ago… 17 years!!

About a week ago Sticky Rice shared the super sad news:

After 17 unforgettable years, Sticky Rice DC is closing its doors. 💔

This decision wasn’t easy. The pandemic, decreased foot traffic, rising food costs, labor costs, and the impact of Initiative 82 have all made it impossible for us to continue. We fought hard—but it’s time to say goodbye. (more…)


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