Eastern Market

“The Rumsey Aquatic Center will close starting Thursday, October 1, 2026 to be demolished and rebuilt.”

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Caroline Angelo

Maybe they’ll finally get that sauna and jacuzzi…

From the Department of Parks and Recreation:

“The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and the DC Department of General Services (DGS) are excited to inform the community that the project to deliver a new Dr. William H. Rumsey Aquatic Center (635 North Carolina Avenue SE) is moving forward. To allow demolition of the existing building and construction of a new aquatic center, the Rumsey Aquatic Center will be closed to the public starting Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Residents are invited to a community meeting on this project (more…)

“South Block Coming to Eastern Market”

By Prince Of Petworth


700 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE Courtesy of EastBanc

From a press release:

“South Block, the Northern Virginia-born smoothie café, has signed a lease with EastBanc Inc. at 700 Pennsylvania Avenue SE in Eastern Market with plans to open in early 2027.

Founded in 2011, South Block has expanded throughout the region by pairing fresh food with its mission of making people feel awesome one block at a time. The Eastern Market location continues that mission, bringing the brand’s feel-good menu and community-focused experience to one of Washington, D.C.’s most iconic food markets. (more…)

Check out the awesomeness that is Little Engine, “Revved up rotisserie & wings” – OPENING TODAY!!

By Prince Of Petworth


250 7th Street SE photos courtesy Little Engine. This space was previously the Eat Brgz space

“Little Engine
Revved up rotisserie & wings from Chef Rob Sonderman (previously of Federalist Pig)

11am-9pm everyday”

Rob writes:

“I grew up down the block, so this is a full circle, homecoming moment for me. We love chicken, and are excited to bring some great food to the hood! Buckle up, folks!”

Check our the menu here and see photos of some of the deliciousness below: (more…)

Saint Georges Boulangerie is still coming to the old Radici space!!

By Prince Of Petworth


303 7th Street, SE

“Dear PoPville,

Any intel on the boulangerie moving into the Radici space? They’ve been working on it for seemingly forever. This (above) is essentially how the place has looked for MONTHS. I haven’t been able to see inside since they started work, but I heard they’re gutting the place?”

Good news to share! “We’re still waiting on the final Certificate of Occupancy and then we’re going to be good to go!

Our French bakers are here and ready to start baking for everyone!” (more…)

“Any Acqua al 2 updates?”

By Prince Of Petworth


212 7th Street, SE

Ed. Note: Acqua al 2 closed here back in 2020. Harvest Tide had taken over the space but closed back in March 2024.

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to check in if you’ve heard any updates on the return of Acqua al 2? I haven’t heard much since you shared that it would be reopening, almost exactly a year ago!, and I’m hoping that all the other restaurant closures haven’t deterred them or changed anything. Thank you!”

Hmm, their website still says “coming soon”: (more…)

Lobby Bar Opening in old Boxcar space on Capitol Hill May 16th

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Nina Palazzolo

From Lobby Bar:

“Located across from historic Eastern Market, Lobby Bar (224 7th St SE) is excited to begin accepting dinner reservations starting Friday, May 16. Offering a refined yet playful take on classic American fare and expertly crafted cocktails, the 2000 sq-ft restaurant is designed to be a gathering place for all. (more…)

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