1832 Columbia Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Summer weather has me looking for good fried shrimp. Not overly breaded, not oily, not infused with old bay. Fresh, light and tasty. Ideally in the NW, Adams Morgan & U Street area, but willing to travel. Help me out please.”
Photo by Miki Jourdan
“Dear PoPville,
Would love recommendations for a good prenatal massage in the area. Bonus if it includes a full on spa day with a pool and such. Willing to travel up to 20 miles for a full spa day. Thanks!!”
RIP Döner Bistro formerly at 1654 Columbia Rd, NW (now home to Federalist Pig)
NSNC asks: “Anyone know where I can get authentic German style doner kebab in DC area?”
The early replies: (more…)
A slice of deliciousness from Duccini’s that I had the other night
Been getting lots of requests for best pizza recs, from jumbo slice to the fancy stuff, and these are requests I simply can’t refuse. Besides Duccini’s I also love Wiseguy, All Purpose, Two Amys and of course Vace. Your loves: (more…)
Photo by Diane Krauthamer
“Dear PoPville,
A friend of mine and I were chatting about a relic of the pre-COVID days – casually dining out as a single person.
We both are fans of a casual dinner at a bar with a book or some people watching. As a solo diner you don’t always want to commit to taking a whole table for yourself, but sometimes you just need a bowl of pasta and a glass of wine and takeout won’t cut it. I gave up the practice during the pandemic of course, but now am itching to get out of the house. (more…)
Photo by Caroline Angelo
“Dear PoPville,
Any chance you could crowdsource the best crème brûlée in DC proper? My partner and I used to frequent The Riggsby for their incredible version (paired with one of their great cocktails too), but I see that they’re reopening as The Bar at Lyle’s and the new menu does not feature crème brûlée. I wrote to them seeing if there was any chance they would add it back (fingers crossed), but I figured I should find a new spot in the very real case they reject a stranger’s request. I’ve been adamant since moving here five years ago that The Riggsby’s version was the best I ever found, but hopefully someone can open my eyes!”
Photo by Victoria Pickering
“Dear PoPville,
My BFF’s birthday is coming up and she is a connoisseur of peking duck. I am, therefore, ISO the Best Peking Duck in the DMV.
Can PoPville fam help her 2021 bday dining dreams come true?
Have car, will drive for duck.”
Photo by Miki Jourdan
“Dear PoPville,
I have a question for the masses – I’ve never gotten gel or acrylic nails before and would love to try it now that I’m fully vaccinated, but only with someone who really knows what they’re doing. Anyone have a nail tech or salon in NW DC they really trust and would recommend for gel or acrylic?”
Photo by Tina
Nick ask: “Who has the best corned beef hash in the area? Nothing cures a hangover like some crispy hash and some runny eggs!”
Bill reports: “I’d put it up against any in the city. $10″. (more…)