
1847 7th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I was checking for any info on the ‘coming soon’ Urban Mart in Shaw and realized that (more…)

1847 7th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I was checking for any info on the ‘coming soon’ Urban Mart in Shaw and realized that (more…)

1601 Connecticut Avenue, NW new coming soon signage won’t allow me any more sneak peeks :)
ICYMI: You can see the menus that were posted here.
Thanks to Noa for the latest from Daily Provisions:
“The new place coming to where foxtrot used to be in dupont is opening August 18th. Talked to the people inside.”
Stay tuned for official confirmation.

1301 H Street, NE previously home to Kitchen Cray
Update from Eat DC:
“Indian and Nepali restaurant Nanglo is coming to 1301 H St NE. From the owners of Himalayan Doko. Alero is opening at 202 Florida Ave NE instead.”
Nagalo’s website says:
“Welcome to Nanglo Restaurant & Bar, where vibrant spices and bold flavors come together in every dish. We specialize in modern Indian and Nepali cuisine—from rich curries and aromatic biryanis to momos, tandoori specials, and flavorful vegetarian options.
For years, we’ve been a local favorite thanks to our dedication to authentic recipes, fresh ingredients, and warm hospitality. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet dinner or planning a gathering, our inviting space and convenient curbside pickup make every visit easy and enjoyable. Stop by today and experience why Nanglo is a diverse dining scene.”
Thanks to G. for sending: “I had heard rumors Alero was no longer coming to the old KitchenCray place at 13th and H.
There is someone in there now painting murals that seems to confirm that:” (more…)

3178 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
“Martes!” cashier tells me that BestWorld is closing Tuesday. I asked because the stock is clearly depleted.” (more…)

1539 7th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
According to folks at The Passenger in Shaw, this weekend was them + Qui Qui’s (“Bringing the Authentic flavors of Puerto Rico to the Nation’s Capital.“) last night because someone bought out the building 😭 the new owners want to turn it into a tavern but nobody has been told anything. We’re devastated 😭”
On google Qui Qui is currently listed as temporarily closed: (more…)

3414 11th Street, NW
Yesterday we learned about the Medical Cannabis Retailer, DC Garden Hill, coming to the long vacant space on 11th Street in Columbia Heights.
I’m now told that (more…)

El Centro opened their Georgtown location at 1218 Wisconsin Ave, NW in the old Third Edition space back in 2013! They closed their Logan Circle location back in 2020.
“Dear PoPville,
El Centro is closing – they already have an auction set up. looking through the pictures I found at least one with El Centro’s logo:

(plus there’s a lot of Day of the Dead skulls, etc.).” (more…)

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…)

2001 18th Street, NW
A tipster reports: “just heard the imperial in AdMo is either closed or is closing this week”
When I went on the Imperial’s Resy they weren’t taking reservations for today or any day in the next two weeks: (more…)

17th and I Street, NW
Updates from EatDC and Penn Quarter Living: “It’s going to be a wine & spirits shop. UK based.” Berry Bros. & Rudd, “Britain’s original wine and spirits merchant”. Stay tuned for an opening date.
Thanks to D. for sending the signage at the old Foxtrot space:
“Something exciting is coming soon…” (more…)