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“Lobby Bar Set to Open its Doors on Capitol Hill This Spring”

Published March 27, 2025 at 11:35AM

224 7th Street, SE previously home to Boxcar Tavern

From a press release:

“Nested in the heart of Capitol Hill, Lobby Bar (224 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003) is set to debut this spring (April), offering a refined yet playful take on classic American fare and expertly crafted cocktails. The 2000 sq-ft restaurant is designed with the mindset of being a gathering place for all—whether unwinding after work, celebrating milestones, or simply enjoying a great meal—Lobby Bar will blend sophistication with a welcoming, lively atmosphere. (more…)

“Fairy Godmother Closing in Eastern Market”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 14, 2025 at 9:30AM

319 7th Street, SE via sales listing

“Dear PoPville,

I visited the Fairy Godmother Childrens toys and bookstore in Eastern market to buy a gift today and the store was almost empty. (more…)

Action at District Doughnut on Barracks Row!?!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 18, 2024 at 3:45PM

Thanks to SG for passing on the new note on the District Doughnut door. Last month they posted a note about a little vacation. Does this new not apply to just Barracks Row? All locations? (more…)

Saint Georges Boulangerie Coming Soon Signage Up at the old Radici spot

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 27, 2024 at 9:30AM

303 7th Street, SE

Thanks to RN for sending the “New signage up in eastern market at Radici.”

Earlier this month (more…)

Saint Georges Boulangerie coming to Capitol Hill near Eastern Market

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 9, 2024 at 12:05PM

303 7th Street, SE previously home to Radici

The liquor license placard for Saint Georges says: (more…)

Boxcar Tavern – “seems they’re completely shut down”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published July 17, 2024 at 12:45PM | Updated July 17, 2024 at 1:16PM

224 7th Street, SE

Thanks to M. for sending:

“Boxcar (across from Eastern Market) up and closed in a matter of days. Noticed the outdoor tables were gone yesterday and now it seems they’re completely shut down – I peeked inside and all the liquor from behind the bar has been cleared out.” (more…)

RIP The Eastern’s Robert Morin: “Rob was The Eastern.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 10, 2024 at 1:45PM

Robert Morin via The Eastern’s IG

Sophie shares the super sad news “This is devastating loss to our DC and Eastern Market community”

From The Eastern (360 7th Street, SE): (more…)

Captain Cookie & the Milk Man joins Radici closing soon near Eastern Market

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 25, 2024 at 10:35AM

660 Pennsylvania Ave, SE

Thanks to Amanda for sharing more sad news from Capitol Hill: “Sad to see this go. I saw Radici is closing so maybe there’s something happening on that block?”

From Captain Cookie:

“To our beloved Eastern Market neighbors: we are sad to say we will permanently close the doors of our 660 Pennsylvania Ave SE location after this Sunday, 4/28. (more…)

Radici on Capitol Hill: “After over a decade of memories, we will be closing our doors”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 24, 2024 at 3:05PM

303 7th Street, SE

Ed. Note: Almost exactly 8 years ago, then First Lady Michelle Obama visited Radici.

Thanks to all who passed on the super sad news from Radici:

“After over a decade of memories, we will be closing our doors at our current location on April 28th. Your support has meant the world to us. Grazie di cuore to our amazing community.” (more…)

Madam Vice President enjoying Eastern Market earlier today

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 4, 2023 at 4:05PM

Thanks to a reader for sending: “was at a dentist appointment and saw the Vice President after. She went to rewild, a plant store, and then toured eastern market before leaving.”