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Update: Alero Out on H Street (but coming to Florida Ave, NE) – Indian and Nepali restaurant Coming?

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

DEAR GOD, Did The Building home to The Passenger and Qui Qui Sell? Is a new tavern coming? End of an Era for The Passenger?!?!

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

WHOA: Looks Like El Centro will be Closing in Georgetown Soon!!

By Prince Of Petworth

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…)

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

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

Update: Berry Bros. & Rudd, “Britain’s original wine and spirits merchant “, Coming! Action at the old Foxtrot space near Farragut Square!!

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

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