3503 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Andrew for sending the UPS Store progress in Cleveland Park. (more…)
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Last week we broke the news that bumblebirds would be replacing the Good Stuff Eatery on Capitol Hill.
From a press release:
“bumblebirds, a fast-casual pop-in celebrating Southern fried chicken sandwiches, spirited cocktails, and heartfelt hospitality, will open Monday, March 16, 2026 at 303 Pennsylvania Ave. SE in the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C. A grand opening celebration will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Celebrity chef, bestselling author, and beloved television personality Carla Hall is partnering with Washington, D.C.-based Sunnyside Restaurant Group, the family-run restaurant company led by The Mendelsohns—Cathy, Harvey, Micheline, and Spike—to share a concept that’s equal parts flavor, fun, and personal history.
A longtime DMV resident, (more…)
Part of the Clyde’s Restaurant Group family, Cordelia Fishbar is a seafood-forward restaurant in the heart of Union Market—known for its exceptional raw bar, freshly shucked oysters from both coasts, and a menu that ranges from bright crudo and shellfish towers to whole grilled branzino and squid ink linguine frutti di mare. Here’s what’s happening this week:
🦪 Half-Price Oysters Every Tuesday, 4PM to Close All night, every Tuesday. Half-price raw oysters—freshly shucked and responsibly sourced. Cordelia is proud to be part of the Oyster Recovery Partnership‘s Oyster Shell Recycling Alliance, returning every shell to the Chesapeake Bay to support new oyster growth.
🍹 Happy Hour: Tue–Fri 4–6PM & Tue–Sun 9PM to Close Two happy hours mean plenty of opportunity to enjoy $9 martinis, $9 select wines and cocktails, $5 Miller High Life, and half-price raw oysters and shellfish towers. A perfect way to wind down after work or ease into a great evening. Walk-ins welcome, no reservation needed.
🎵 Live Music every Thursday at 7:30PM Let the weekend start early! Settle in, order something delicious, and enjoy an evening of live music. No cover charge, just show up and enjoy.
🥂 Bottomless Brunch Every Saturday & Sunday, 11AM–4PM $33 per person for bottomless tiki cocktails, mimosas, and bloody marys. Gather your favorite people and stay for awhile because weekends were made for this.
Make a reservation or explore the full menu at cordeliadc.com.
📍 Cordelia Fishbar | 550 Morse St. NE, Washington, DC 20002 | Union Market District
Thanks to G. for sending. Is that an old Volvo?
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What an incredible start to the Dupont Artisan Market, located at 1913 Massachusetts Avenue, on the corner of Connecticut Avenue, just steps away from the Dupont Circle Q Street Metro. Our first four shows attracted over 27,000 shoppers! For the past 19 years, we have been dedicated to our cultural vision: to create a platform where artisans from all artistic fields can continuously showcase and elevate their works. With music in the park right across from us, it makes for the perfect outing for everyone! Next show, this Saturday, 11 am to 5 pm. For inquiries, you can reach us through our Instagram @ArtRaveDC.
photo by Emma K Alexandra
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“Dear PoPville,
Really need your help finding this cute guy who talked me up in the metro tonight (Monday, March 9). He said his name is Alex, (more…)
Every first Sunday of the month shoppers will be able to browse Logan Circle’s newest monthly creative and vintage market. Logan Circle Main Street, in partnership with K-Bird, Barrel House Cafe & Bar, and Emily of LOVERS Plant Studio & Wares, host a monthly outdoor market designed to bring together local artists, makers, small businesses, and neighbors in the heart of the Logan Circle community.
The next market will be Sunday June 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM along P Street and Rhode Island Avenue NW, including the exterior of K-Bird and the northern exterior of Barrel House Cafe & Bar.
“Dear PoPville,
My young daughter was struck from behind by a Lime Bike rider at the Edgewood Rec Center today while she was scootering around the grounds. She’s okay with just some minor cuts and bruises (thank goodness for her helmet), but the rider rode off without checking on her, and (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Has anyone done a backstory on the gas station between Union Station and the Capitol with the crazy gas prices? What is the deal and why do federal vehicles use it? What’s the deal?”
We’ve talked about crazy gas station prices from time to time: September 26, 2017: Does Exxon’s Gas Come with a side of Bacon or something?
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“Dear PoPville,
Looking to cater an office lunch from a woman-owned business (Women’s History Month)
Hi all! Our office is hoping to cater a lunch from a woman-owned business to celebrate Women’s History Month, and we’d love some local recommendations.
We’re feeding a medium-sized team and have a budget of around $800. (more…)
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Simply magnificent. Peek inside: (more…)
2475 18th Street, NW previously home to DLight Cafe, Songbyrd, Z Kabob, and SNAP and, of course, CD Exchange.
“perfectly chilled prosecco, soulful plates, and a cozy Italian-Ukrainian spirit.”
“Dear PoPville,
Attended the family & friends soft opening for Sorso and it was fantastic! They have a soft opening week beginning this Tuesday! (more…)