
7 Ridge Square, N.W across from Tatte and Wegmans off Wisconsin Ave
King Street Oyster Bar only opened here back in November 2023. Alas they have already “sailed away”: (more…)

7 Ridge Square, N.W across from Tatte and Wegmans off Wisconsin Ave
King Street Oyster Bar only opened here back in November 2023. Alas they have already “sailed away”: (more…)

1770 Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to Bryce for passing on from Capitol Hemp:
“Capitol Hemp would like to thank our loyal customers since 2008. It has been a hard road with many bumps and turns. Capitol Hemp may someday return to Washington DC but for now there are other endeavours to pursue. It’s been a pleasure to serve the residents and visitors of our nations Capital.” (more…)

1200 block of Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to B. for sending from Hill East:
“So we put a smoke shop under another smoke shop…”
Ed. Note: Bud Love’s website says:
“What if I told you that bud gets better? Introducing Bud Love! It’s not cannabis, but a Premium Herbal+ Mixer designed to be combined with your favorite strains and enjoyed together, like the mixer in a cocktail – only for flower. (more…)

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This Shaw rowhome has a built-in Airbnb on a Michelin-starred block: 914 N St NW
Other Notable Fresh Listings:

1433 P Street, NW
Ed. Note: After my 12 mile walkabout yesterday, I can confirm SO many streateries down. Frankly just too many to catalogue each one, so unless there is something especially noteworthy about another removal, so concludes our ‘Streatery Down’ coverage. (Most) Streateries are dead, long live outdoor dining (and perhaps streateries again one day! – minus the global pandemic and all…)
We’ve seen a lot of streateries come down by now but it still stings. Thanks to Jim for sending from Stoney’s on P Street: (more…)

Thanks to Kelley for sending: “Feeling very lucky to get to watch this guy have an early Christmas feast while teleworking. On I and 2nd NE!
Looks like just a little guys! He could be immature? Would love to know what sorta hawk if the community knows! :)”
Cooper’s or Red Tailed? Sounds like a Cooper’s from Bird Fact:
“One of the most obvious differences between the cooper’s hawk and the red-tailed hawk is their size. (more…)
The DC Chamber Musicians close out the 25-26 season with popular works by Brahms and Dohnanyi, and three selections of newer works that are sure to delight. All set in the lovely St. Thomas’ Parish Episcopal Church in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Join us afterward for a reception featuring light refreshments (including beer and wine) and an opportunity to chat with the musicians.
On the Program

1285 4th Street, NE photo by Jim Lokay
Thanks to Jim for sharing last week:
“Finally! Some activity going on in the future Greco spot in Union Market. It was supposed to open early last year, as @popville reported, but it’s the first sign of life I’ve seen inside.” (more…)

photo by Jason Gooljar
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Thanks to Zach and Bradley for sending around 2pm Sunday: “Huge fire on 13th between W and V” (more…)

1780 Florida Ave, NW
Keren has been closed for renovations due to a fire suffered back in February of 2024.
Thanks to Drew, Ally (and others) for sending the fantastic news about Keren‘s reopening in Adams Morgan: (more…)

photo by Elvert Barnes
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“Dear PoPville,
It was mid-morning on Dec 23 in the Georgetown Barnes and Noble. (more…)