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AMAZING. Thanks to David for sharing this awesomeness:
“This from 1976, when WHFS (a) still existed and (b) was on Cordell Ave. in Bethesda. Long before their move to New Carrollton.” (more…)
712 7th Street, NW opened here back in 2016 previously home to a FroZenYo
Thanks to Miles and others for sending:
“Looks like the last HipCityVeg vegan restaurant in DC closed without announcement in the last week. They previously had a location in Dupont Circle (closed January 2023) and Navy Yard (closed November 2023.)”
and
“Dear PoPville, (more…)
521 H Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Just wanted to let you know that Slutty Vegan appears to be close to opening on the 500 block of H Street Northeast. In 2023 it was announced, but on the 1200 block! The current space was formerly an I-71 shop that was shut down in 2024. One of a few cool new spots opening on H street.” (more…)
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Ed. Note: This was the something healthy we wondering about back in December. This space was previously home to a Protein Bar.
From an email:
“Fruitive is opening an expanded Penn Quarter location on Wednesday, February 18 at 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW. The new 2,500-square-foot space will feature the brand’s signature cold-pressed juices, smoothies, vegan waffles, and acai bowls — including a specialty Bolivian-sourced variety backed by a community-led fair-trade model. To celebrate opening day, all guests will receive complimentary Avocado Toast and a Ginger Immunity Shot (while supplies last).”
Full press release: (more…)
original and final Shouk location at 655 K Street, NW opened here back in 2016
On Wednesday we shared the sad news about Shouk closing their remaining two stores.
This morning they sent out their farewell note:
“Dear Shouk Friends,
After nearly a decade of cooking, sharing, and gathering with you, we’ve reached the bittersweet moment of saying goodbye. Shouk has officially closed its doors.
When we opened, our dream was simple but bold: (more…)
15th and P Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
It looks like Planta Cocina on 14th and P seems to be closed. I walked by on my way to Whole Foods the other day, noticed it was dark, and thought, oh, maybe it’s the one day they’re closed. Walked by on the way to WF tonight and it was completely dark AGAIN. When I went to make a reservation for next Thursday, the option for Planta Cocina had been removed (but not for Planta Queen). Can you look into this and see what the deal is?”
Another reader sends Planta’s farewell not for PLANTA Cocina P Street: (more…)
1443 P Street, NW
“At the core of our mission is to provide delicious and healthy food while creating a like-minded community With our diverse range of menu options, including vegan and gluten-free options, we aim to cater to the diverse dietary needs of our customers
Welcome to another day in paradise where health is happiness”
Thanks to Julia and Jonathan and for sending: “Pura Vida Miami to Commissary Space in Logan” (more…)
1701 6th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
What happened to earth grocery in shaw? they have been closed for months now. but left all produce, books, plants behind. it looks deserted 🙁 as of two weeks ago signed still said open 😫”
Anyone know what’s up? Google says temporarily closed but it’s looking more like “temporarily” closed…
Stay tuned.
1 M Street, SE previously home to Llama Bar
Thanks to Matt for sending: “Plantish already closed, completely emptied out.” (more…)
2928 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to K. for sending: “Nu Vegan on Georgia Ave has officially closed.” (more…)