Dupont Circle

1602 17th Street, NW

Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from Floriana in Dupont Circle:

“Thank you for 47 years, DC.

Dine with us through December 31.

After nearly five decades in Washington, DC, we’re preparing to say goodbye to our longtime home on 17th Street as we look ahead to a new chapter in Old Town Alexandria, VA. Our last day of service at our longtime home on 17th Street will be December 31, 2026. (more…)


Dating

photo by Eric P.

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

“Dear PoPville,

I’m hoping the community can work its magic and help me find a missed connection. On Friday, October 30th around 3:15 p.m., I was driving home from work in stop-and-go traffic along Mass Ave. With my windows down, I came to a halt and noticed a line of people in costumes outside what I think was the Embassy of Belize. I made eye contact with a girl standing in line, and after exchanging smiles and waves, she held out her fist from 20 yards away and challenged me to a game of rock-paper-scissors right from my car. I happily obliged and (more…)


Adams Morgan

2339 18th Street, NW

My goodness. Angles and Little Fountain closed back in 2016 – ten year ago!! But finally, finally, finally some movement. First:

“Coming soon – a cocktail-focused piano bar in DC’s Adams Morgan neighborhood. From Drinks with You – the team behind The Mirror & The Golden Age.”

I’m told they will be located on the first floor above the incoming Wingo’s which will be located in the old Little Fountain space.

I’m also told: (more…)


Sponsored

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229 P St NW
229 P St NW

A 4-bedroom Truxton Circle rowhome with its own pond garden just hit the market: 229 P St NW

  • 4 bedrooms across 2,142 sq ft

  • Private front water garden with pond

  • Working fireplace and hardwood floors

  • Brick-and-iron garden wall, bay window

  • Between Shaw, Bloomingdale and NoMa

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/7.2BA contemporary designed by Marshall Moya, perched above Rock Creek Park in Mass Ave Heights, with 20+ foot ceilings and sweeping park views—all for $13M.

  • “Tucked on a quiet, tree-lined one-way street beside Meridian Hill Park, this loft-style 1BR at The Barcelona sits on a raised first floor well above the street. Oversized south-facing windows wrap the living room corner and pour sunlight in all day, framing treetop views through every season.”

  • “Three bedrooms. Three full baths. Three levels. Two private outdoor spaces. One standout Brookland home.”

  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “rare multi-unit gem” on a “prime corner lot” in Bloomingdale with “two distinct, separately metered units on a single parcel” and “three blocks from the New York Ave Metro.”


DC Government

see more renderings here

From the office of Council Chairman Phil Mendelson:

“The Attorney General for the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit challenging the proposed Monumental Arch at Memorial Circle on behalf of the District. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, who submitted a declaration in support of the case, issued the following statement: (more…)


Event

Come check out this great collection of new-to-you items including jewelry, kitchenware, children's toys and books, fashion items, holiday decor, and so much more. You have to see it to believe it. Also, our cafe features delicious homemade soups, sandwiches, and bake sale bursting with goodies. See our website for more information: National United Methodist Women of National UMC.


Logan Circle

11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor, a lifetime ago, and most recently Roasted Boon.

“Mexican cuisine •Pizza •Tacos •Burritos •Bar A new concept from the team behind @anafre.dc @elsoldc @mariscos1133 @mezcalerodc @mezcalerolacosecha”

“Official Grand Opening will be on Thursday, November 5th, at 4:00 PM”

Thanks to Alex for sending: “A new Mexican restaurant just opened on the corner of 11th and Rhode Island Ave!”

And thanks to Luis for sending: “We’re so happy that La Loca Restaurant is finally open in our neighborhood! 🎉🍕🌮 Amazing Mexican pizza and incredible tacos! We’re so excited to have such a great spot nearby. Welcome to the neighborhood! ❤️🇲🇽”

Have a look at some of the goods: (more…)


Election

Elissa Silverman tweeted: “The comeback is complete!

Thank you DC voters for showing your support for my independent, progressive voice on the DC Council.

That’s right, proudly independent. I look forward to working w/ our mayor elect, new and veteran councilmembers.”

Oye Owolewa, perhaps, waiting for the official results to be certified before tweeting.

Congrats to both!