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“Brief history of the Hoagie House!”

Published July 31, 2025 at 10:00AM

4th and N Street, NW from our archives back in 2009

Thanks to Peter, one of the originals that opened it in 1989, for sharing this great bit of history about the Hoagi House:

“The building was owned by my mother-in-law, Karen Yi an immigrant from Korea. She, her husband and their four children came to the United States in about 1976 and her husband passed away, not long after. She took on multiple jobs, buying a small convenience store and finally working her way up to becoming the owner of Benning liquor, out on Benning Road past the stadium. She supported her four kids and put them all through college… She was an amazing woman! (more…)

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After a 12 Year Run Jetties has closed at 20th and I St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 30, 2025 at 10:15AM

1921 I Street, NW

Their last day was on Friday. I’m told that The building is getting redeveloped but Jetties is looking for a new space somewhere downtown. (more…)

Continuing Coverage of Bub and Pop’s Move to NoMa continues: “reopening next week!!!”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 26, 2025 at 10:45AM | Updated July 9, 2025 at 2:15PM

100 Florida Ave, NE

Thanks to Nick for sending the latest: “Bub and Pop’s reopening next week!!! Opening Wednesday if all goes well!” (more…)

Scuttlebutt Confirmed: Bub and Pop’s teases “we’re getting close!” for new location in NoMa

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 20, 2025 at 12:30PM

Earlier this month we broke the sad news that Bub and Pop’s abruptly closed on M Street but also broke the scuttlebutt that they’d be moving to NoMa.

Thanks to Karen for sharing Bub and Pop’s latest story tease: (more…)

OUTSTANDING Sandwich Scuttlebutt: Bub and Pop’s moving from Dupont to NoMa!?!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2025 at 4:00PM

1815 M Street, NW

OK continuing coverage of the Bub and Pop’s Dupont/M Street closure continues. Well they definitely closed on M Street and have moved out much of the furniture/kitchen. BUT scuttlebutt is trickling in! Pete, who is a paragon, simply says: “They are relocating.” This coupled with a tipster who has a very solid track record with me tells me (more…)

BREAKING and now CONFIRMED: What the Hell is Happening at Bub and Pop’s?! Closed.

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2025 at 10:20AM | Updated June 7, 2025 at 4:04PM

1815 M Street, NW

Update to the update: some moving scuttlebutt action for ya…

Update: (more…)

“Taylor Gourmet Dupont 3.0 appears close to opening.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 29, 2025 at 9:25AM

1822 Jefferson Place, NW

Thanks to Stephen for sending:

“Taylor Gourmet Dupont 3.0 appears close to opening. On Jefferson Pl NW across the street from St. Arnold’s.” (more…)

Permit Posted at the LONG awaited Wagshal’s coming to Pennsylvania Ave in the old Breadline space

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 23, 2025 at 9:15AM

1747 Pennsylvania Ave, NW previously home to the legendary Breadline (RIP)

Wagshal’s wrote on November 4th 2022: “The cat is out of the bag! Wagshal’s will be opening a DC location in late 2023!”

Well a little behind schedule BUT permit posted: (more…)

“Jersey Mike’s coming to McPherson Square” and The One across from the Zoo still Coming Too!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 14, 2025 at 8:25AM

Thanks to Kyle for sending:

“FYI – New Jersey Mikes is coming to McPherson Square metro. Opening June 2025.”

Stay tuned!

And for those wondering about the planned Woodley Park location, I’m told: (more…)

Quest for the Best: Grilled Chicken Sandwich

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 17, 2025 at 12:30PM

photo by Katie Yaeger Rotramel

“Dear PoPville,

Can we get a quest for the best grilled chicken sandwich next? It’s my ultimate favorite food and I am always on the lookout for new ones to try. Justice for grilled chicken! Thanks!”

Ed. Note: You can see the quest for the best fried chicken sandwiches here.