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Naanwise closed in Woodley Park – Liquor License Transferred to Downtown

Published September 15, 2026 at 10:00AM

2635 Connecticut Ave, NW

Ed. Note: A recent liquor posting for Naanwise says:

“Applicant requests to Transfer License from 2635 Connecticut Avenue, N.W to a new location at 818 18th Street, N.W. Licensee is a Class C Restaurant with seating for 36 and a Total Occupancy Load of 36 indoors. Sidewalk Café Endorsement with a Total Occupancy Load of 6 and seating for 6. Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”

“Dear PoPville,

Any buzz about Naanwise in Woodley? Renovation or a totally new business?” (more…)

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Sneak Peek Inside Botiwalla – Gotta Be Opening VERY SOON

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 4, 2026 at 2:15PM

4000 Wisconsin Ave, NW

Welp September 1st and has come and gone but now the paper is down. Repeat, paper is down so I shall pounce at the opportunity! Have a look around Botiwalla, gotta be opening up any day now: (more…)

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N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen Opens Tomorrow (Thursday) at 5pm!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 2, 2026 at 3:25PM | Updated September 3, 2026 at 10:27AM

Back in July we learned that N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen coming to former Momo’s Cafe space in the Palisades. Check out N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen’s menu here.

4828 MacArthur Blvd, NW

From a press release:

“N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen, a new neighborhood restaurant from hospitality professionals Prady Rana and Bhakti More, will open September 3rd at 4828 MacArthur Blvd. NW in Washington, D.C.’s Palisades neighborhood, bringing the diverse regional flavors of India, warm hospitality and a deeply personal story to the city’s dining scene.

Named for National Highway 48—the iconic road connecting Delhi and Mumbai—N.H. 48 celebrates (more…)

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RASA: “Thank you, Ballpark. This location has closed.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 31, 2026 at 8:25AM

1247 First Street, SE

Thanks to J. for sending from the Navy Yard RASA:

“For every lunch rush, every regular, every bowl we got to share – thank you. We’ve served our last bowl on this corner, but we’re not going far. Come find us at any of the four RASA locations below.

Mount Vernon Triangle, Mosaic District, Crystal City-National Landing, Rockville Pike.”

Updates when we learn who takes over the space.

N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen announces opening date next month in the former Momo’s Cafe space

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 17, 2026 at 8:25AM

4828 Macarthur Blvd, NW

Back in July we learned that N.H. 48 Indian Kitchen coming to former Momo’s Cafe space in the Palisades. And now we know the opening date: September 3rd!!

Get ready for N.H.48 “Heartfelt Indian Flavors”

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Delhi Belly NOW OPEN or possibly tomorrow at the latest!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 14, 2026 at 11:45AM

1560 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Oakberry, La Jolie Bleue Bakery & Cafe, Bharati and before them the longtime home to Dolcezza

“Delhi BELLY
Indian Restaurant
Indian Street Food!”

A somewhat confusing update from Delhi Belly: “The Wait Is Over. We’re Now Open! 🇮🇳🔥

The streets of India have officially arrived at Delhi Belly! Get ready to dig into authentic Indian street food packed with bold spices, vibrant flavours and the irresistible taste of India. From classic chaats to street-side favourites, every bite brings you closer to the flavours you’ve been craving. Come hungry, bring your friends and experience Delhi Belly today! 🌶️🍽️

Stay tuned — because Delhi Belly is opening soon, and trust us, your cravings are about to find their new adda!”

So, uh, it’s either now open, or will open tomorrow…

“Dear PoPville,

Out and about in Georgetown this morning, spotted full display coolers and menus up at Delhi Belly, with a sign in the window “opens August 15th”” (more…)

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Botiwalla by Chai Pani said to be opening September 1st!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 12, 2026 at 8:55AM

4000 Wisconsin Ave, NW

Thanks to Stuart for sending: “I asked a guy outside Botiwalla when they were opening and he said September 1st!” (more…)

The Questionably Named, Delhi Belly, is finally opening this August!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published July 24, 2026 at 9:55AM

1560 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Oakberry, La Jolie Bleue Bakery & Cafe, Bharati and before them the longtime home to Dolcezza

The good word:

“Washington, get ready! 🇮🇳🌶️

The streets of India are coming to you. Delhi Belly is opening this August, bringing the bold flavours, vibrant spices and irresistible charm of authentic Indian street food to your neighbourhood. (more…)

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“Spicewalla will bring mindblasting flavor for home cooks to Georgetown – beside fellow Asheville brand (and friends) East Fork Pottery” this Fall!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published July 17, 2026 at 12:25PM

1317 Wisconsin Ave, NW

From an email:

“Spicewalla supplies chefs and home cooks with small-batch, fresh spices from around the world that are roasted, ground, and packed by hand in their Asheville factory. The brand, known for its iconic colorful tins, aims to equip cooks at every level with the highest quality building blocks for flavor. Spicewalla retail stores are immersive sensory experiences, stocking 250+ individual spices, 60+ exclusive blends, gift-ready collections, and other essential pantry brands inside a vibrant, joy-filled space. (more…)

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“Botiwalla by Chai Pani, the hit casual eatery from the James Beard Award-winning team, will open in Tenleytown” this Fall!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published July 17, 2026 at 11:15AM

4000 Wisconsin Ave, NW

From an email:

“Botiwalla is Chef Meherwan Irani’s love letter to the legendary late night Irani Cafes of his childhood. These tea and kabab houses celebrate the late-night food scene of India with its glowing charcoal sigris and sizzling meats. (more…)