Penn Quarter


photo by Pablo Raw

From an email:

“With the World Cup Official Draw taking place in D.C. this Friday, December 5th, at 12:00pm, Gordon Ramsay’s Street Pizza and Street Burger in Penn Quarter are ready to welcome fans with big screens, bold flavors, and unbeatable all-day deals—making them the ideal spot to catch every moment while enjoying some seriously craveable bites.

To celebrate the draw, the restaurants will be offering all-day specials: (more…)


Fundraiser


photo by Victoria Pickering

“Dear PoPville,

My neighbors’ twin boys do an annual toy-drive for children’s national. Several years ago Savi battled leukemia and both he and his brother know the generosity of strangers during holiday season as people made sure both Savi AND Marcel received gifts as they celebrated the holidays in the hospital. In the years since, they collect gifts for about six weeks and ensure that every single pediatric cancer patient AND THEIR SIBLINGS can have a festive holiday with gifts, even if they’re cooped up in the hospital. Last year they collected so many that they had to ask a moving company to help them deliver.”

You can give them your support here.


Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1705 Lamont St NW
1705 Lamont St NW

Labor Day may be just around the corner, but DC’s open house scene isn’t slowing down for the final weekend of August. With 230+ open houses across the city this weekend, there’s plenty to explore before summer unofficially wraps up — from a grand Mount Pleasant Victorian to penthouse co-ops with skyline views. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1705 Lamont St NW — $1,895,000 — Mount Pleasant
    Open Sun. 1-4PM — Silvana Dias
    “Some houses are renovated into sameness. This one has preserved its point of view. Set above the street in the heart of historic Mount Pleasant, this extraordinary, extra-wide (23.5 ft), four-level 1909 brick Victorian is rich with craftsmanship, architectural drama and one-of-a-kind details collected across generations. Brick steps rise to an open front porch with wrought-iron railings and a striking entry framed by sidelights and leaded glass. Inside, a spacious foyer introduces a magnificent arch leading to an original staircase, beautifully preserved woodwork and hardwood floors.”

  • 4933 Minnesota Ave NE — $409,000 — Deanwood
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — Amy Riemer
    “Welcome to your new NE DC home: a beautifully renovated space offering thoughtful updates, flexible living space, energy-efficient features, and exceptional access to neighborhood amenities and the Metro. Start your day on the charming front porch with a porch swing. The updated kitchen features gas cooking and flows into a versatile flex space that’s perfect for a home office, mudroom, or combination of both. The home also offers a separate dining room and separate living room space.”

  • 2320 Wisconsin Ave NW #213 — $399,900 — Glover Park
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Keegan Dufresne
    “Must See, Rarely for sale rear garden view – WEST FACING Corner Unit 213. Quiet side of Building – Unit 213 welcomes you Home with beautiful wide-plank flooring, New Benjamin Moore paint, and brand-new Bedroom carpet. Designer Lighting fixtures. The open concept “L” shaped Kitchen with additional window facing the garden is larger than most condo units and is outfitted with Stainless Appliances, White Shaker Cabinetry + upgraded KitchenAid Dishwasher.”

  • 3006 Channing St NE — $999,995 — Woodridge
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Michele Collison
    “Welcome to 3006 Channing Street NE, a newly renovated home in Woodridge that offers the perfect blend of space, functionality, and modern comfort. This large renovated home is move-in ready and features 4 large bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The well-appointed kitchen flows seamlessly into the main gathering areas, creating the perfect setting for hosting family and friends.”

  • 928 Madison St NW — $950,000 — Brightwood
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Jacob Wysor
    “With more than 3,400 square feet across four finished levels, this expansive Brightwood rowhouse offers a scale and flexibility rarely found in the neighborhood. Thoughtfully updated by the current long-term owners, the main level features hardwood floors, abundant natural light, a fireplace with classic mantel, and a spacious eat-in kitchen opening to a large rear deck and patio.”

  • 609 4th St SW — $1,249,000 — SW Waterfront
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Jason Skipworth
    “New & Improved price! Now reduced $30,000! Plus, the basement unit can possibly pay $300,000 of your mortgage and/or provide rental income! Welcome home to 609 4th Street SW, luxury townhome living in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 609 4th Street SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community.“

    (more…)


Helicopters


photo by John Sonderman

“Dear PoPville,

On Wednesday evening after the shooting, Marine 1 probably buzzed my building in Woodley Park like 20 times and now they’re doing it again (Friday night), just an east-west route and then turning around and doing it again.

I can tell that they get as far east at Columbia Heights, then they must turn around somewhere. (more…)


NoMa (Near Northeast)


courtesy WIT/DMArchitects

From a press release:

“Washington Improv Theater (WIT) announced today that it plans to establish a one-of-a-kind performance, learning, and organizational training center in the heart of DC’s Northeast neighborhood of NoMa — one the fastest growing parts of the city.

The theater has signed a 30-year lease on a 10,735 square foot space at 1222 3rd St. NE that will house a 110-seat theater on the ground level and seven training/rehearsal rooms downstairs. There will also be a small café/bar with outdoor seating. (more…)


Event

There will be food, beer, live music, and good company! You can purchase raffle tickets at the event or online by visiting our raffle page! You don’t have to be present to win!

Thank you for supporting GBIV!


Georgetown


1560 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Oakberry, La Jolie Bleue Bakery & Cafe, Bharati and before them the longtime home to Dolcezza

OK then, let’s get ready for some Delhi Belly!! Well, still you know. Anyway. The paper has come down and revealed some color inside: (more…)


Columbia Heights

I may not have a substack but I still gots the goods!!

From an email:

ANC 1A has sent the owner of Johnny’s All American Bar a cease and desist letter (full letter below).

He has incorrectly claimed that his recall efforts were successful and unlawfully claims to be the new ANC. This is completely false.” (more…)


Bars


1825 M Street, NW

Update from the broker: “We are exploring options throughout Dupont right now that we think the existing ATP will appreciate that have the ability to launch a solid food menu and continue to be a neighborhood soccer and sports destination, but we haven’t made any decisions on the space yet.

Will definitely be before the World Cup!”

Wowza. OK the tipsters have come through with Across the Pond/Sign of the Whale news.

Yesterday we broke the news that Across the Pond had closed on Connecticut Ave but would likely be moving somewhere in the neighborhood. After earlier posting that the Sign of the Whale‘s business license had been canceled an ANC rep teased us, “You came close to solving this today” after previously telling us “Another bar in the neighborhood is planning to relocate there after doing some renovations. I don’t think it’s public yet so I’ll hold off on revealing which one.”

Other tipsters came through with the goods (more…)