79 Potomac Ave, SE

Scuttlebutt: I’m hearing a new pizza options could be in the works…

“Dear PoPville,

Follow up to the AP Riverfront story – they already have plastic up in the windows presumably for the renovation of whoever is taking over the space. No permits posted yet though.” (more…)



79 Potomac Ave, SE

ICYMI: Last week, All Purpose Riverfront Still Closed in Navy Yard. Reopening Soon?

UPDATE: A rep from All Purpose writes me, “It’s been a great eight years at that space, but All Purpose Hospitality Group has decided to focus efforts on the original All-Purpose location in Shaw and AP Pizza Shop in Bethesda, along with an Aventino coming to IAD this fall.”

“Dear PoPville,

Was just told All Purpose Riverfront is closed for good. They canceled my reservation for an event next month😭”

All Purpose Riverfront has been removed from their website: (more…)


That was fast! We just learned about Giordano’s last week.

“Opening where the old mxdx used to be on 14th st (14th & F)”

Their new liquor license placard says:

“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 125 indoors, a Sidewalk Cafe with 24 Seats, and a Total Occupancy Load of 125. Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”

However a peek inside reveals, well, Spring 2026 it is: (more…)



18th and S Street, NW

Thanks to Hannah for sending: “Pupatella on 18th and S closed.”

‘Thank you for the memories!

This location may be permanently closed, but not our connection to this amazing community.

Please visit us at one of our other locations.’

Prior to Pupatella this space was the longtime home to Rosemarys Thyme.

Updates when we learn who takes over the space.


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