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“A plea for decent delivery options!”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Ryan Maxwell

“Dear PoPville,

I was wondering if you can throw out a question about what restaurants in Takoma Park / Silver Spring / very NE DC have their own delivery? I read a horrible thread about doordash/uber eat’s practices and want to quit delivery apps. Realistically I don’t think I’d go pick up food, as when I use the apps it’s for convenience. So, would love any recommendations of restaurants that manage it themselves. I’ll throw one that I recently found out that does it themselves, la casita pupusería!”

Recommendation from a reader: “Cocineros (near Home Depot on East West Highway) and its sibling restaurant San Alejo (New Hampshire Ave) both offer their own delivery. “

“Amazon Is Charging 48,000 Prime Members East of the Anacostia River the Full Prime Subscription Price While Failing to Disclose That They’ve Been Excluded From Its Advertised Fastest Delivery Service”

By Prince Of Petworth


map via AG Brian Schwalb

From the DC Office of the Attorney General:

“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today sued Amazon.com, Inc. (Amazon) for deceiving District residents into paying for Prime delivery benefits they are not receiving, in violation of District consumer protection law. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) alleges that since 2022, Amazon has secretly excluded two ZIP codes east of the Anacostia River from its advertised fastest delivery service while continuing to charge approximately 48,000 Prime members living there the full Prime subscription price.

Amazon consistently and prominently promotes its same-day, one-day, and two-day delivery speeds in its advertising for Prime and throughout the Prime membership signup process. However, (more…)

“Stew delivery contact?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve been seeing these ads plastered all over Columbia Heights and Mt Pleasant. I’m curious but can’t figure out a contact from these signs. Does anyone know how to contact them? I’d love to get more information!”

“Columbia Heights-Based Ghost Kitchen Will Offer Southeast Asian Inspired Roast Chicken and Sides”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos courtesy Spicebird

From a press release:

“Spicebird, a new ghost kitchen concept from the team behind local Malaysian restaurant Makan and neighborhood sports bar The Thirsty Crow launched on February 2nd, 2023 for carryout and delivery service. The ghost kitchen will serve Southeast Asian inspired roast chicken with a variety of sides and sauces influenced by Chef James Wozniuk’s travels through southeastern Asia and his love for the region’s diverse culinary practices. In times of economic uncertainty, Spicebird aims to serve a delicious, approachable and affordable menu, and carryout orders can be placed for pickup at Makan or delivery through third party vendors. (more…)

Folks bummed about Fresh Direct leaving DC

By Prince Of Petworth

RLSB writes: “Really upset Fresh Direct is leaving DC. Is there anyone else doing anything similar? I only have bad experiences with Instacart and Amazon/Whole Foods delivery.”

Chris writes: “We are so disappointed that Fresh Direct is leaving Washington DC – we received our last delivery today. (more…)

“Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Food Delivery”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Joanna Hiatt Kim

“Dear PoPville,

I was just diagnosed with COVID-19 and therefore won’t be able to travel to see my family for the week as I had planned. I will most likely be FaceTiming in for Christmas Eve dinner and/or Christmas Day lunch. I live alone and would still like to enjoy the holiday with a nice meal. Does anyone know of any restaurants still accepting Christmas Eve / Christmas Day orders and deliveries? Especially for just one person or in smaller quantities? Thank you!!!”

and another reader asked last night: “just cancelled my holiday travel plans so looks like I will be dining solo in DC. Know of any restaurants doing to-go meals for 1 (pick up 12/24)?? I’ve only been able to find options for 2+ people. Thanks!”

Some early responses: (more…)

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