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Apr 14, 2021

First Look: Little Food Studio Is Keeping Upshur Street Supplied With Brews And Baked Goods

A grab-and-go café serves breakfast and lunch with homemade pastries, sandwiches, and custom coffee blends.

Apr 13, 2020

Federalist Pig Pop Up May Come To Slim’s Diner Space In Petworth

The restaurateur who also took over Ted’s Bulletin and Kramerbooks just purchased the restaurant.

Nov 12, 2019

Himitsu Is Now Pom Pom, A Restaurant Dedicated To ‘Whimsy’

The 24-seat restaurant on Upshur Street has been transformed into a Mediterranean-meets-Middle Eastern joint with colorful accents everywhere.

Jul 08, 2019

First Look: With Mocktails And Splashes Of Seafoam, Petworth’s Dos Mamis Wants To Lighten Up D.C.’s Cocktail Scene

The motto at Petworth’s newest hangout is buenas ondas—good vibes.

Jun 11, 2019

James Joyce Fans Are Celebrating ‘Bloomsday’ By Reading ‘Ulysses’ For 32 Hours Straight

For the fifth year in a row, the marathon is happening on Upshur Street NW.

Apr 16, 2019

First Look: Cinder BBQ Is Upshur Street’s New Destination For Barbecue And Whiskey

“The space had all the great bones of a neighborhood BBQ spot. We want it to be a place where you can bring your family for dinner or stop in late on your way home for some whiskey.”

Apr 08, 2019

Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop Was Broken Into For The Second Time In Two Weeks

The sweet shop’s large, antique yellow door was damaged beyond repair in the latest burglary, Wineinger says.

Mar 05, 2019

Petworth’s First Co-Working Space Is Opening Above Now-Shuttered Slim’s Diner

Paul Ruppert says a few spots at Third Floor will be reserved for writers.

Jan 24, 2019

More Changes To Upshur Street: Bookstore Is Getting A New Name And Owner

And the spaces that previously held now-shuttered restaurants Ruta del Vino and Hank’s Cocktail Bar are currently in negotiations for new businesses to come in.

Jan 10, 2019

Slim’s Diner Is Closing, But Restaurateur Paul Ruppert Isn’t Giving Up On Upshur Street

Already, the owner says that operators have reached out about the space.

 
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