
300 Morse Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
The Indian restaurant (Pappe?) at Gantry has had these permits for over a year but the construction stopped last year. (more…)

300 Morse Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
The Indian restaurant (Pappe?) at Gantry has had these permits for over a year but the construction stopped last year. (more…)

414 H Street, NE
Thanks to Charles for sending fro the “former Boundary Road.”
“At Lazizi Halal Cuisine, we celebrate the art of halal dining with a menu that honors tradition while embracing modern culinary techniques. Our commitment to quality and authenticity is evident in every dish we serve.” (more…)

414 H Street, NE
Thanks to Charles for sending the news about Lazizi from the “former Bar Elena space in 400 block of H NE. Bills itself as Indo/Pakistani.”
Stay tuned.

2414 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Z Burger/All About Burger
Maharaja has opened!
Right next door to the freshly painted Ali’s Fine Uyghur Cuisine: (more…)

1990 M Street, NW
Shouldn’t be too much longer now! A reminder of their menu here. Stay tuned for an exact opening date soon.

From a press release:
“Tamashaa, a modern Indian Gastro Bar, will debut on Wednesday, May 15th in the heart of Columbia Heights (3115 14th Street, NW). Seating 95, Tamashaa is the brainchild of esteemed restaurateur Rajiv Chopra (Bombay Velvet in Reston), renowned Chef Manoj Goel, and their dynamic Beverage Director /General Manager, Satyam Rai. This upscale Indian establishment will offer a unique tapas-style menu, transporting its guests on a culinary journey, complete with nostalgic flavors and unexpected familiarity.

photos courtesy Tamashaa
The name “Tamashaa” originates from a Hindi word meaning “performance or spectacle,” signifying the restaurant’s dedication to not only serve great food, but also to provide a holistic, memorable dining experience. Shivani Chopra, the Co-founder of Tamashaa, is a skilled interior designer from India whose aesthetic influence is evident in the restaurant’s decor, and her contributions have been instrumental in creating a unique ambiance, making Tamashaa a standout destination.

The Food: (more…)

3115 14th Street, NW
Thanks to C. for sending the latest:
“Opening Day for Tamashaa is Friday the 17th! Got confirmation from one of the construction managers” (more…)

2414 Wisconsin Ave, NW
This space is the former home to Z Burger/All About Burger, which closed about a year ago. (more…)

429 L’Enfant Plaza, SW
Thanks to L. for sending: “SpiceX opened in L’enfant Plaza. TaKorean was going to open here in 2022 but it never did.”
Check out their menu here.

1000 4th Street, SW
Thanks to Linda for sending:
“Masala Art Indian restaurant closed more recently. On the other side of 4th street at the new apartment building, The Westerly, new businesses are moving in: Good Company Donuts & Cafe has posted permits and ‘now hiring’ signs.” (more…)