1736 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Any word on Le Mirch in Dupont? It’s been closed the last two weekends when I tried to go. Website doesn’t have any updates….”
I tried calling the number listed at their Facebook and it’s been disconnected. Also there are no hours nor contact info listed on their website.
Thanks to Phil Yabut for sharing these great photos from Daru (1451 Maryland Avenue, NE) “bison momo, chicken tikka masala, striped bass paturi, and gulab jamun. It was SOOOOO good.” (more…)
photo by Jennifer Hughes
From a press release:
“Rania, from the team behind Punjab Grill, will open on Tuesday, May 31 as a daring new iteration from the brand at 427 11th Street NW. Derived from the word “Queen” in Hindi and Sanskrit, Rania will be a lively destination for elevated dining in the Nation’s Capital, with a continued goal of breaking free from stereotypes of what Indian cuisine is and can be. (more…)
Trenton writes: “I’m convinced Pappe is the best Indian in DC but I’m open to other hot takes, PoPville”
Hot takes you shall have: (more…)
2433 18th Street, NW
Jyoti has been temporarily closed after a fire on April 14th. Signs now say they’ll be reopening “mid-week” so hopefully today or tomorrow. Check out their Menu here and get some soon!
1625 First Street, NW at Florida Ave
Good news from Glassey:
“THURSDAY APRIL 21st WE WILL BE BACK OPEN & CELEBRATING OUR 2ND ANNIVERSARY!!! (more…)
1025 Vermont Avenue, NW
Naan & Beyond moved into this location back in 2018. Previously they were located at 1710 L Street, NW for many years. Thanks to Walter for sharing the sad news from Naan & Beyond: (more…)
courtesy London Curry House
UPDATE: Opening Friday January 14th!
From a press release:
“Restaurateur Asad Sheikh, who since 2018 has opened multiple locations of both Bombay Street Food and the fast casual Butter Chicken Company through DC, is opening his next concept today, January 12th Friday, January 14th. London Curry House (1301 U Street NW, Washington, DC) will feature and celebrate the most popular Indian dishes, typically found and beloved in London and has a different menu from Sheikh’s other establishments. Featuring London’s most popular Indian dishes, favorites included Fish n Chips with Curry Sauce, Chicken Tikka Masala, Jalfrezi Fries (stir fried bell pepper) and Nargisi Kofta (meatballs with a rich curry sauce). There will also be many Vegan and Vegetarian options, include Saag Panir (spinach and cottage cheese), Daal Makni (whole black lentils) and Chana Masala (chickpeas). (more…)
Yum. Check out their full menu here.
Hours are:
Sunday: 12pm-10pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 12pm-10pm
Friday-Saturday: 12pm-11pm (more…)
1301 U Street, NW
I’m digging the name. This is from Asad Sheikh, owner of Bombay Street Food and Butter Chicken Company:
“London curry house will have most popular Indian dishes from streets of London as you know London is known for best Indian dishes. I’m in London as we speak with my chef Pradip visiting all curry houses. DC don’t have English / Indian restaurant with Fish&Chips top with curry sauce or butter chicken sauce.”
The liquor license placard says: (more…)