
1018 Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor, a lifetime ago, and most recently Roasted Boon.
I ran into owner Alfredo Solis who shares the good La Loca news with me – opening date will be late August. (more…)

1018 Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor, a lifetime ago, and most recently Roasted Boon.
I ran into owner Alfredo Solis who shares the good La Loca news with me – opening date will be late August. (more…)

3210 Grace Street, NW
The gem that is Grace Street keeps getting better and better!
The liquor license placard for Café Tulum says:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 65 and Total Occupancy Load of 99. Streatery with 12 Seats. The Licensee is also requesting the Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.” (more…)

11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor before major renovations and Roasted Boon
Thanks to Nicole and Robert for sending the new La Loca coming soon signs at the former Roasted Boon space (closed here in May 2025): (more…)

1155 Dahlia Street, NW
“Celebrating Mexico’s joyful culture through food, music, and warm service in The Parks at Walter Reed”
“Dear PoPville,
Wanted to send along a tip that the new Cantina Paraiso opened up in the old Jinya Ramen location in Brightwood- big win in the neighborhood to have another dining option alongside Juneberry Garage. We went for dinner the other day and it was great.”
A peek inside the beautiful space and the goods: (more…)

3704 14th Street, NW
“Mexican Seafood & Pizza Inspired by Mexico’s Coastal Communities.”
Anafre opened here in the before times back in 2019.
ICYMI: We spoke about what’s coming to the old French’s Cleaners next door last week.
Big news from Anafre: (more…)

353 Cedar Street, NW
“Burritos, tortas, tacos, quesadillas, and more. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.”
Check out their menus here and stop by while you still can.
Thanks to Joshua for passing on the sad news from El Sabor A Mexico: (more…)

1251 H Street, NE upstairs
From Casita de Bebidas, “a Mexican-inspired cocktail experience built around cultura, comunidad, and hospitality”:
“Open through March, Casita de Bebidas transforms the upstairs space at 1251 H St NE into an intimate “little house of big flavor,” celebrating Mexican tradition through craft cocktails, storytelling, and community gathering. It’s a limited-time pop-up highlighting local talent and Latin culture in DC’s food and nightlife scene.” (more…)

108 Rhode Island Ave, NW near Boundary Stone
Update from BloomingdaleResident:
“Someone told me over the phone yesterday that they’re under new management and reopening in 1-2 weeks with the same staff and menu.”
Note: El Camino’s original owners opened up here back in October 2014. El Camino closed back in September 2018. The new owners reopened El Camino here back in 2019.
Thanks to Bloomingdale resident, Ryan, for sharing the latest sad news about El Camino closing:
“Our family is truly heartbroken. My daughters are crushed. Marvin and the team always made us feel like family, we’re gonna miss them so very much. 😪. I hope whoever comes in after just does exactly what they were doing!”
Happier days: (more…)

1564 Wisconsin Ave, NW photo by Nils
Thanks to a reader for passing on this auction notice: “EXTREMELY SHORT NOTICE! Restaurant Equipment Washington, DC”
Los Cuates’ website website revealed trouble on the horizon: (more…)

3416-3418 11th Street, NW
Thanks to Laura for sending the update: “El Jardin is now open (and it’s delicious)!” (more…)