‘The Old Oak of Dupont’ is no more :(
Thanks to Tom for sharing the update from Dupont Circle this morning: “so much for saving the Giving Tree trunk.” (more…)
end of an era
300 Water St, SE
“Kruba Thai Restaurant Permanently Closed
Thank you to all of our wonderful customers for your support over the years.
It has been our pleasure to serve you, and we truly appreciate every visit and every memory shared with us.
Thank you for being part of the Kruba family.”
Thanks to L. for sending: “Kruba Thai in navy yard bites the dust. I ordered from there as recently as last week I think!!! I had no idea they were closing!” (more…)
619 H Street, NW
Yesterday we broke the news that Ambrosia Vietnamese Restaurant opened in the former Tony Cheng’s space. At that time I wasn’t sure if Tony Cheng’s had completely closed but now we know for sure. The folks from Ambrosia tell me:
“We’ve taken over both floors of the former Tony Cheng’s. The first floor soft-opened about 10 days ago, and we’re planning our grand opening in about three weeks with a full menu.”
See the full menu: (more…)
619 H Street, NW
Ambrosia:
“Modern Vietnamese Elegance, Traditional Soul
Phở • Bánh Mì • Wok • Cocktails
📍 Chinatown • Washington, DC”
Thanks to Maya for sending:
“A new restaurant called Ambrosia is open in the Tony Cheng‘s space. (more…)
3407 Connecticut Ave, NW (RIP Wake Up Little Suzie. And Pulpo, Tackle Box and McDonald’s…)
More sad news from Fat Pete’s Pizza & BBQ:
“This week is our last one, and before we close the doors, we’d love to see you one more time. ❤️
If Fat Pete’s has ever been your neighborhood spot, your go-to bar, your place for a celebration, or simply somewhere you shared a good night with good people, come back and raise one last glass with us. 🍻
We’ll see you Saturday, August 29 for our final weekend & farewell celebration.
Come by, bring a friend, share a story, and help us make these last few days unforgettable.
See you at the bar. ❤️🍻”
Ed. Note: I’m assuming this means Cleveland Park Bar and Grill will be closing upstairs as well but will update as I learn more.
Thanks to C. for sending the sad news:
“DUE TO CAPITAL ONE EXPANSION, THIS LOCATION WILL PERMANENTLY CLOSE ON FRIDAY, JULY 31ST
PLEASE VISIT OUR OTHER LOCATIONS AT: (more…)
205 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
“Dear PoPville,
I just stopped by Burrito Brothers on Pennsylvania Ave and saw that they’re permanently closed. The local chain had been around for at least thirty five years and had locations all over the city, but the last outpost got booted by their landlord. Such a shame. The name on the storefront is definitely down. I spoke with the hair salon next door and apparently they closed Saturday.”
Google has them listed as temporarily closed but it seems more likely to be “temporarily” closed: (more…)
3634 Georgia Ave, NW
“The Looking Glass Lounge
No frills…just vibes that linger.”
More folks are messaging me about a coming closure at the Looking Glass Lounge. There is no official confirmation on their IG/FB but a very good source tells me it’s true and that their last day will July 29th.
Another reader forwards this poster they found on IG: (more…)
Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from Sticky Fingers:
“For more than 25 years, Sticky Fingers has been so much more than a bakery.
It’s been birthday cakes, first dates, coffee with friends, celebrations big and small, and a gathering place for a community we love dearly. Sticky Fingers will be closing its doors on Sunday, August 2. (more…)
3100 14th Street, NW at Irving opened here back in 2010
Ed. Note: Our phone calls to the restaurant went unanswered today. Today’s hours are listed at 6am-9pm.
“Dear PoPville,
Hearing that IHOP in Columbia heights might be closed. Owner of Sabeh across the street said it’s been days since they have been opened and customer have been coming to them instead. Didn’t see any official closed signage.”
My God I gasped when I read this. Truly. I supposed most don’t remember anymore but when we broke word of this IHOP coming to Columbia Heights, it was MASSIVE news. (more…)