Thanks to Alexandra for passing on the tough request from the Arepa Zone:
“This update is a tough one to write.
If you’re a personal friend, you’ve probably already heard a little about what we’re going through. If not, we wanted to share honestly where Arepa Zone is today.
After 12 years in business, we’re facing the biggest challenge we’ve ever encountered.(more…)
Back in February 2025 we wondered whether Rome Pizza & Sub (Friendship/Tenley/”Friendlytown”) Temporarily closed or “Temporarily closed”? We were overjoyed to learn that they had reopened in April 2025.
Alas, Thanks to Mark for sending on the sad news: (more…)
Address:3916 13th Street NE, Washington, DC, 20017 Neighborhood: Brookland Type: 5 BR, 4.5 BA, single family — 4,664 sq. ft. Open House: Sunday, September 20, 12 – 2pm Listed: $1,995,000
This is not a rare find. It’s a one of a kind. Situated in Washington DC’s beautiful Brookland neighborhood, this brand new construction stuns with its large windows, rooftop lounge and secret Speakeasy. Welcome to 3916 13th Street. Designed by 2Plys Architecture and spread over four stories and more than 4,600 finished square feet, the house features Wolf / Subzero appliances, a horizontal gas fireplace set into marble tiles, and a Master retreat with two walk-in closets and light flooded bath. Taking it a step further than most new constructions in the area, all bedrooms easily fit a king bed, the ceilings exceed 10′ on every level, even the basement, and there are oversized windows throughout, bathing the interior in natural light. The highlights, however, might be the two cocktail bars, the bookcase that opens to a hidden wine cellar and speakeasy, and the indoor / outdoor loft space with vaulted ceilings that overlooks some of DC’s iconic landmarks. The private, fully fenced yard provides an additional sanctuary with its flagstone patio and landscaping. Located on an established, tree-lined street, 3916 13th St is just a couple of blocks away from an organic market, coffee shop, and other local stores, and within walking distance to Brookland’s popular Art District and Metro stop. With plenty of recreational greenspaces and landmark architecture, history meets vibrant community in “Little Rome” and provides the perfect surrounding for this beautiful, new house.
Join us for the 2026 Renovators House Tour on Sunday, October 18, from 12–5 PM! Tour unique Capitol Hill homes, discover creative renovations and design ideas, and connect with the people and businesses behind them.
Thanks to T. for sending: “Southbound on North Capitol Street NW at Channing on Sunday afternoon. Maryland tags, as well as “Please be Patient – New Driver” stickers…”
Thanks to a reader for sending this beauty hanging out at the Department of Labor.
If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
Back in July we learned that N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen coming to former Momo’s Cafe space in the Palisades. And now we know the opening date: September 3rd!!
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