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Save the Date for a Celebration Two Decades in the Making: Great Ready for MVT20 on Saturday, May 4

There’s a new happy hour on the block! RASA announced it will now be serving up $4 beers and $5 wines and… Read more »

bartaco will be releasing limited-time tacos that give back $1 from every #givingtaco sold to a local community organization! The first taco available… Read more »

A recent New York Times article profiled a labor-intensive traditional Ecuadorean soup called fanesca that is prepared and served specifically during Holy Week in the lead up… Read more »

Since its debut in June 2014, our FRESHFARM MVT Market continues to be a special part of our neighborhood by providing an engaging and inclusive… Read more »

Looking back at the last 10 years, Looking ahead to the 2024 Season, and NYT Spotlight on Woman-Owned Market Vendor!

Cucina MORINI (901 4th Street NW) began serving up coastal Italian dishes and $7 all-evening martinis on Tuesday, March 26 when… Read more »

As you may now be aware, it was announced late afternoon yesterday, March 27 that the District of Columbia and… Read more »

To close out MVT’s celebration of Women’s History Month we today shine the spotlight on a woman who is literally… Read more »

Monumental Update on Capital One Arena & Dr. Ami Angell of The h3 Project Concludes MVT Women’s History Month Celebration.

Mount Vernon Triangle’s newest neighbor, Cucina Morini presented by Chef Matt Adler, opened on Tuesday, March 26th 2024, along with… Read more »

Throughout the month-long observance of Ramadan, Ottoman Taverna is staying open late to welcome guests looking to break their fasts together. The Michelin Guide-listed… Read more »

Clock Ticking on March Madness Brackets, Read One Sweet WHM Profile & An Unusual Waterproofing Pic You Might Actually Like!

As part of our ongoing celebration of women whose contributions make DC a better place to live, work, and visit,… Read more »

Join us for some virtual community fun with the chance to win some great prizes! New this year! We are… Read more »

Spring is in the air, or should we say pollen is in the air, and with it comes one of DC’s favorite… Read more »

As Women’s History Month progresses we continue to spotlight the formidable women who we’re honored call Mount Vernon Triangle home. This week… Read more »

MVT March Madness Bracket Returns, Cherry Blossom Specials Bloom & FRESHFARM MVT Market Gets You Ready for St. Paddy’s Day!… Read more »

Next Saturday, March 16, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5K will take place in DC with parts of the race… Read more »

Registration is now open for Bike to Work Day happening Friday, May 17 from 6am-9am! Whether you start, finish, or… Read more »

Women’s History Month began Friday, March 1 and throughout the month we’ll spotlight a group of incredible female leaders for… Read more »

Women’s History Month Continues with Spotlight on 2Fifty Texas BBQ Co-Owner Debby Portillo González! ALSO: Bike to Work Day Registration… Read more »

Last week, The h3 Project founder Dr. Ami Angell presented a comprehensive one-hour course to Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) employees on opioid overdoses.… Read more »

As we close out our February celebration of Black History Month and pivot toward Women’s History Month starting tomorrow, March… Read more »

MVT Concludes Black History Month & Starts Women’s History Month with Tribute to Cobb Park’s Hero Namesake and MVT’s Homeless… Read more »

Presidents Day is this Monday, February 19. Celebrate locally with extended bottomless brunch menus at dLeña & Ottoman Taverna, or learn how to make five unique… Read more »

Forget about a groundhog’s shadow, the return of fresh produce to FRESHFARM MVT Market is the real sign that spring is on its… Read more »

Black History Month Profile of Bishop Smallwood E. Williams, the Force Behind I-395’s “Bible Way Bend” at New York Avenue… Read more »

As part of our continuing celebration of Black History Month, this week we pay tribute to civil rights activist Bishop… Read more »

Not to be cheesy about it, but this is going to “brie” a great weekend at the FRESHFARM MVT Market!… Read more »

As part of our continuing celebration of Black History Month, this week we highlight work some of the organizations headquartered here in… Read more »

Mount Carmel Baptist Church (901 3rd Street NW) serves as a host site for the SHARE Food Network and is in need… Read more »

Valentine’s Day is on Wednesday, February 14 and these MVT spots have something special lined up “just for you” OR… Read more »

Plan Your Valentine’s Day in MVT, Volunteers Needed & Everyone Say “Cheese!” (this Weekend Only at FRESHFARM MVT Market)  

Lunar New Year begins on Saturday, February 10 and will herald in the Year of the Dragon. Bar Chinois is kicking off the… Read more »

Super Bowl LVIII is Sunday, February 11, but it’s never to early to start planning your party and these MVT… Read more »

MVT Celebrates Black History Month, CM Allen Delivers Huge Win for Cobb Park & Where to Get Your Super Bowl… Read more »

Great news Mount Vernon Triangle: we’re now one step closer to delivering the long-anticipated greenspace that you’ve repeatedly requested and… Read more »

Yesterday, February 1 marked the start of Black History Month, and throughout February we’ll recognize and celebrate African-American contributions to… Read more »

Whether you’re looking for some new beverage options to close out Dry January strong, or you simply enjoy zero-proof drinks made… Read more »

Nicoletta Italian Kitchen announced earlier this week that the restaurant has briefly closed its doors to make way for a rebrand set to open this Spring. The Washington… Read more »

Congratulations are in order for MVT restaurants 2Fifty Texas BBQ (414 K Street NW)  and Baan Siam (425 I Street NW) who both scored… Read more »

2Fifty Texas BBQ & Baan Siam Earn High Praise in Washingtonian, Nicoletta Rebrands & MVT Neighborhood Perception Survey!

We “snow” we have the best Clean Team around!   Arriving in the neighborhood before dawn on Tuesday, January 16,… Read more »

MVT’s newest restaurant, 2Fifty Texas BBQ, officially opened its doors to a line of barbecue enthusiasts 60-deep on Saturday, January 13 and sold 800… Read more »

Mandu chef and owner Danny Lee sat down with NBC4 Washington’s Eun Yang earlier this month to discuss the restaurant’s unique take on the… Read more »

Mandu Featured on NBC4 Washington, 2Fifty Wows on Opening Weekend & MVT Clean Team Takes on Winter Weather

Mark your calendars:   we’ve received official word that 2fifty BBQ has been cleared for liftoff and will be opening its doors… Read more »

RASA is rolling out a winter menu!   Featuring new, vibrant ingredients and you’re invited to check them out! The… Read more »

During the month of January, we are proud to bring back our annual Winter Warmup Clothing Drive! If you’re planning… Read more »

On Monday, January 15 we pause to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In honor of… Read more »

2fifty Arrives in MVT, New Menu at RASA & MVT Winter Warmup Coat Drive Begins!

As we step into the new year, we are taking a look back on our 2023 in preparation for an… Read more »

Even in the winter months fresh produce continues to grow, hens continue to lay eggs, and handmade empanadas, pastries, breads,… Read more »

With the start of the new year we wanted to take a moment to say goodbye to a few things… Read more »

It’s the start of a new year which means many people will be thinking about ways to improve their health… Read more »

January 4 Triangle Times: Neighborhood Perception Survey is Live, FRESHFARM MVT Winter Market Begins & Hit Your 2024 Goals with… Read more »

On Friday, December 15 presents and gift cards were loaded into the MVT Sleigh and delivered to Plaza West Apartments… Read more »

What are your doing New Year’s Eve? How about counting down to 2024 in MVT? Check out one (or many!)… Read more »

Finally: a bagel shop your New York transplant friends can’t complain about! In case you missed it, local food reporter and… Read more »

Bagels & Basement Speakeasy Coming Soon, NYE in MVT & Expressing Gratitude

On Wednesday, December 13, the team behind Cantata, Mount Vernon Triangle’s newest apartment building, opened its doors to neighbors, community… Read more »

It is impossible to separate the presence of the destination attractions that surround us from the success of downtown’s East… Read more »

A Message on Capital One Arena, More Holiday Fun at FRESHFARM MVT Market & Development News Around the Triangle

Donations Still Needed for Plaza West Gift Drive & A Visit from Santa

Celebrate the season and shop seasonal produce all December-long at the FRESHFARM MVT Market! The elves (a.k.a. MVT CID and FRESHFARM staff!) have been… Read more »

In case you missed it: on Giving Tuesday we launched our fourth Plaza West Grandfamily Gift Drive on our social media channels.… Read more »

Santa Visits FRESHFARM MVT Market This Saturday & Plaza West Gift Drive Happening Now!

Supervisor Jimmie Carter has been heading the MVT CID Clean Team for the last eight years and we thank him… Read more »

MVT CID is committed to providing meaningful supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood. Which… Read more »

On Sunday, November 19, The Second Baptist Church of Washington, DC will celebrate its 175th Anniversary. All are welcome to join the festivities to… Read more »

Some Things We’re Grateful For this Year

Nothing can turn you into a Grinch during the holidays more than spending too much time trying to find the perfect spot to… Read more »

MVT Businesses Available for Holiday Party Space Rental, Call for Volunteers & New HEMPHILL Exhibit

With Spooky Season now behind us, we welcome November as the Season of Giving here in MVT with two different… Read more »

And Fall Fun Was Had by All!   Thank you to all who came out to celebrate Fall Fun Day… Read more »

Fall Fun Day Recap, Season of Giving Begins & MVT Fall Literature Festival this Saturday!

New Vendor at FRESHFARM MVT Market, Halloween Specials & MVT Fall Fun Day is Here!

Saturdays are for Celebrating Fall in MVT!

Congrats to the team at Bar Chinois, which last Saturday celebrated its two-year anniversary, for making the Washington Post round-up of “The… Read more »

As we close out Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually September 15 through October 15 to highlight the important contributions of… Read more »

“On the Square” at DC History Center, 2Fifty Texas BBQ + Bar Chinois Make News & Season’s Final FRESHFARM MVT… Read more »

Work Continues on 4-1/2 & K Streets NW Pedestrian Improvements, Fall Literature Festival this Saturday, and Our Mobile Kiosks Need… Read more »

Mark your calendars and start thinking of your pet’s perfect costume because Fall Fun Day is only a month away!… Read more »

Beginning Tuesday, October 3 through Sunday, November 5, guests are invited to experience the artistry of dLeña’s kitchen and bar programs on a mesmerizing journey… Read more »

dLeña Celebrates Dia de los Muertos, Art + Dine All Night this Weekend & Mark Your Calendars for Fall Fun… Read more »

MVT Fall Literature Festival Postponed, Dine All Night Starts Tonight, and Support Maui Recovery Efforts with bartaco

Be the Next MVT Photo Walk Photographer, Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at dLeña, Mural Ceremony & Apples at FRESHFARM. ALSO:… Read more »

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off tomorrow Friday, September 15 and runs through Sunday, October 15. To honor the occasion, Richard… Read more »

New late-night food option alert! Starting tomorrow, September 8, Nicoletta Italian Kitchen will now be open until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays… Read more »

MVT Photo Walk Opening Reception Tonight, Nicoletta Launches Late-Night Happy Hour, Bar Chinois Hosts Cocktail Class and Soul Mega Returns… Read more »

If walls could talk this one would say “Mother Nature shows us anything big starts out small.” German mural artist Hera’s finishing touch… Read more »

Pepco is giving you the power to shape the artistic vision of the Mount Vernon Substation lenticular fence on the 100 block of… Read more »

“24 Hours of #LifeInMVT” Launches, Pepco Seeks Community Input & Massive Climate Action Mural Completed in MVT

Did you happen to notice a woman suspended 11-stories in the air painting the side of 455 Eye Apartments? German muralist Hera has been hard… Read more »

Movies in Milian Return & New Mural Emerges

Summer Restaurant Week is Coming, Tunes in the Triangle is Coming to an End & Mobile Cooking Kiosk Pops Up… Read more »

The Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District (MVT CID) seeks an artist to create a central three-dimensional artwork for a… Read more »

Call For Artists Released, Margaritas Return to FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten & Events DC Invites You to Watch “Turning Red” on… Read more »

In case you missed Sunday’s Instagram post, our Clean Team were hard at work starting at sunrise to clean up… Read more »

MVT Clean Team Swings Into Action & 2023 MVT CID Annual Meeting Recap

To detail this past year’s many accomplishments in support of our continued efforts to reconnect with each other and the… Read more »

Tropical Smoothie Giveaway at Tunes in the Triangle, Pizza Classes at Nicoletta & Update on the DDOT K Street Project

MVT residents, workers, and visitors are advised that the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will begin a roadway improvement project… Read more »

Cantata Has Your Summer Reading Ready, RASA Launches Rewards App & FRESHFARM MVT Market Welcomes New Bread Vendor Saturday

Congratulations to dLeña for being named to the list of “America’s Top 50 Independent Restaurants for 2023” in the July issue FSR, a… Read more »

On Sunday, July 9, Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) hosted its annual awards ceremony to celebrate legacy and excellence in the… Read more »

Two MVT Faves Win Big at RAMMYs, FRESHFARM MVT Market Cooking Demo Kiosk Returns & Definition of Fitness Turns One!

Yep, you “herd” that right there’s a new barbecue joint hitting the block!   Washington Post food reporter and smoked meats connoisseur Tim Carman broke the… Read more »

New BBQ Coming Soon, Capitol Cider at FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten & Last Chance to Vote for Best of DC!

Special Fourth of July Edition!

Summer is in full swing and Independence Day is rapidly approaching – these MVT businesses have you covered with specials… Read more »

Events & Happenings Around MVT!

We would like to wish a very happy birthday to our friends at A Baked Joint who today are celebrating eight years… Read more »

Open Call for Makers, Flower Arranging Demo at FRESHFARM This Saturday & More Father’s Day Deals!

Calling all creatives! Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District (MVT CID) in Washington, DC is seeking local makers to submit basic… Read more »

Father’s Day is just around the corner and these MVT businesses have you covered with specials, deals, and even festive… Read more »

If you haven’t tasted the authentic Thai flavors of Baan Siam yet, or are just in the market for your next favorite… Read more »

A hearty congrats – or should we say “Prost! – is in order for MVT restaurants Bar Chinois and Prost for being listed by The Washington Post as one of the top… Read more »

Bar Chinois & Prost Named Best Bottomless Brunches by The Washington Post, Baan Siam Launches Summer Menu & Father’s Day… Read more »

Thank you to the nearly 1,100 respondents who shared their feedback this past January in our Neighborhood Perception Survey covering… Read more »

Community Feedback Needed, Free Zumba with VIDA Fitness this Saturday & New Distiller Coming to FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten

Monday, May 29 is Memorial Day, the national holiday where we honor and remember the brave Americans who died in active… Read more »

The Mount Vernon Triangle CID extends its heartfelt congratulations to Charles C. “Sandy” Wilkes for being awarded the Community Impact/Neighborhood Vision Award... Read more »

Memorial Day Specials, Last Chance to Sign Up For Wellness Wednesdays & Cultural Walking Tour of Enslaved Washington

Ciel is MVT’s Newest Brunch Destination, New Exhibit at HEMPHILL Opens Saturday & Bike to Work Day Rolls Tomorrow!

MVT Mother’s Day Specials, Nominate Your Favorite Places for “Best of DC 2023”, and Register for Bike to Work Day!

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 14 and these MVT restaurants are here to help you celebrate all the moms in your… Read more »

These MVT restaurants are pulling out all the stops to celebrate Cinco de Mayo today with tacos, margaritas, and even… Read more »

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in MVT, Claim Your Free MVT Market Tote & Get Ready for Spring Fest!

We’re thrilled to announce that our MVT Photo Walk, FRESHFARM Mobile Kitchen, and Retail Kiosk activations – all made possible through… Read more »

MVT Public Space Activation Wins Major Award!

Work up a sweat and get your mind right in MVT this May! We've partnered with local Mount Vernon Triangle fitness... Read more »

We’re thrilled to announce that our friends at Turning the Page have partnered with Plaza West Grandfamlies Apartments to create a curated wish list of children’s books… Read more »

On Friday, April 14, MVT CID welcomed DDOT Director Everett Lott and Special Assistant for Economic Development Steve Varga to... Read more »

MVT CID Hosts Site Visit with DDOT Leadership, Plaza West Book Drive Launches & Register for Wellness Wednesdays!

On Monday, April 10 the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced the finalists for the 2023 RAMMY Awards and a number of Mount Vernon… Read more »

MVT RAMMY Nominees & Tunes in the Triangle Lineup is Out!

Free Cider this Saturday, MVT March Madness Bracket Challenge Winners & Happy Holidays from MVT CID!

It’s official: winter market season is over! Celebrate the start of main market season this Saturday at the FRESHFARM MVT Market located… Read more »

MVT Market Enters Main Season, Meet the Literature Festival Performers & Get Ready for Easter with Toscana Market

As the FRESHFARM MVT Market enters its busy spring/summer season, we are excited to introduce a rotational schedule that will... Read more »

Dust off your spandex! Registration for the 2023 Bike to Wok Day is now open! Whether you start, finish, or just pass… Read more »

If your seasonal allergies weren’t enough of a clue, these MVT businesses are here to let you know that Spring… Read more »

Women’s History Month Spotlights Lynn Hackney, MVT Literature Festival Returns to Milian Park & Register for Bike to Work Day

In honor of Women's History Month, we sat down with Lynn Hackney, Principal and Co-Owner of real estate development firm... Read more »

This Saturday, March 18, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5K will take place in DC with parts of the race… Read more »

We won’t tell you who to vote for (because we think ALL our Mount Vernon Triangle restaurants deserve to be nominated!) but… Read more »

Did you know one in every three bites of food rely on bees for pollination? In honor of the humble bumble… Read more »

Important Information Regarding the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon, Inaugural MVT Meet Up & FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten Returns!

Anyone walking by Third Street recently might have noticed that we are close to welcoming a new residential building into… Read more »

On Wednesday, renowned Michelin Guide came out with its new short-list of potentially-starred restaurants for the DC area and Mount Vernon… Read more »

Mandu Gets Michelin Mention, Pi Day at Nicoletta & FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten Returns!

With March Madness right around the corner, we are launching our MVT March Madness Bracket Challenge for its second year! Join… Read more »

Dear Friends of Mount Vernon Triangle – Even a community as happening as Mount Vernon Triangle can have a slow... Read more »

Black History Month & Mardi Gras Celebrations Continue!

Discover Prather’s Alley’s Past During Black History Month & “Marg” Your Calendars for National Margarita Day! Plus, Pleitez Produce Returns… Read more »

We celebrate love in MVT every day of the year, but with Valentine’s Day less than a week away, we… Read more »

Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend and whether you’re rooting for the Eagles, the Chiefs, or Rihanna’s triumphant return to live… Read more »

MVT’s Celebration of Black History Month Continues, Score a Touchdown with MVT Super Bowl Deals & Discover #LoveInMVT!

Throughout the month of February, we will be posting ways you can celebrate Black History Month around Mount Vernon Triangle… Read more »

Whether you’ve been struck by Cupid’s arrow or were the person in the friend group to whom everyone kept sending… Read more »

The FRESHFARM MVT Winter Market continues to add new vendors! Last week, shoppers were introduced to Ben’s Produce from Lancaster, Pennsylvania who will be regulars… Read more »

MVT’s own Chef Elias Taddesse can officially add being James Beard Award shortlisted to his growing list of accolades and achievements! Chef Elias was… Read more »

Haven’t had your fill of Winter Restaurant Week yet? Alta Strada & Nama have extended their $40 three-course dinner specials through Sunday, January 29!  Reserve your… Read more »

MVT Restaurants Honored, Restaurant Week Extended & New Produce Vendor at FRESHFARM MVT Winter Market!

In last week’s Triangle Times, we introduced you to the FRESHFARM MVT Winter Market, but we wanted to take a moment… Read more »

Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with delicious food and celebrations! Bar Chinois will be kicking off the Lunar New Year… Read more »

Celebrate Lunar New Year, Valentine’s Day & Winter Restaurant Week with MVT Restaurants!

We are proud to host one of the few year-round FRESHFARM Markets here in MVT and encourage you to stop… Read more »

Monday, January 16 marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In honor of the holiday, the MVT CID office will be closed and… Read more »

MVT businesses are starting 2023 out by making headlines! Club Pilates trainers Damon Foster and Stephanie Lundeby joined WUSA9 in-studio yesterday to… Read more »

MVT Businesses in the News, Become a Winter Warrior, Celebrate MLK Day + Other MVT Events & Happenings

Our Neighborhood Perception Survey covering calendar year 2022 is now open for your feedback. Distributed annually, the survey is MVT CID’s most important… Read more »

It is with very heavy hearts that we share news of the death of long-time Clean Team Member Steve Powell,… Read more »

Drop-Off Winter Clothing Donations at FRESHFARM, Take Our 2022 Perception Survey & Clear Your Plates for Restaurant Week!

Thank you again to everyone who donated to the 2022 MVT Holiday Gift Drive benefitting the “grandfamilies” at Plaza West Apartments! Because of your… Read more »

Your New Year’s Plans Revealed, MVT Photo Walk Recap & MVT Gift Drive Update

How about counting down to 2023 in MVT? Check out one (or many!) of these MVT restaurants offering special events and deals… Read more »

As reported by the Washington Business Journal earlier this week, owners of the surface parking lot at 1001 6th Street NW –… Read more »

Planned MVT Residential Development Makes News, Sign Up to Tour New MVT Photo Walk & MVT Mobile Kiosks Make Market… Read more »

On Saturday, December 10, FRESHFARM MVT Market attendees were treated to a sneak peek – along with a free sample… Read more »

Celebrate the Holidays with MVT, Volunteer + Donation Opportunities, and the Go-To Guide to Brunch Around MVT

Whether you’re looking for your next favorite lunch meeting spot or just ordering carryout to bring back to your desk,… Read more »

Holiday Inn Express Opens, RASA Turns 5, Secret Photo Booth Holiday Pop-Up & Donate to the MVT Holiday Gift Drive!

Just in time for the holidays, the Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown, located at 317 K Street NW, is… Read more »

Aura Spa (at Vida fitness) Buy 2, Get 1 Free Spa Services Shop Now > Services expire six months from… Read more »

Whether you are in need of a place to put up your in-laws – or a place to escape your in-laws… Read more »

MVT CID is committed to providing meaningful supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood. Which… Read more »

There’s always something fun going on in the Triangle! Check out our Go-To Guide to all things arts and entertainment… Read more »

Meet the h3 Project Team, Holiday Hotel Deals and Your Go-To Guide to MVT Arts & Entertainment!

Good Morning Washington stopped by Mélange on Wednesday to chat with DMV Black Restaurant Week Co-Founder Dr. Erinn Tucker Oluwole and Mélange’s Chef Elias Taddesse about the fifth-annual DMV… Read more »

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, this week’s MVT Go-To Guide is all about helping you find the perfect place… Read more »

We are continuously impressed by the immense generosity from members of the MVT community. With the spirit of the holidays… Read more »

Your Guide to Holiday Party Space Rentals, MVT in The News & Ways to Give This Holiday Season.

To assist residents with their trip to and from the Walker Jones polling location during Election Day on Tuesday, November 8,… Read more »

This week we’re working on our fitness and listing out all the places you can get your sweat on and… Read more »

Come Out to the MVT Lit Fest On Saturday, Find Your New Favorite Fitness Studio & Read the MVT Fall… Read more »

This past Saturday, the Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District hosted its annual MVT Fall Fun Day. Dozens of costumed... Read more »

Now you see it. Now you don’t. Unsightly graffiti was spotted atop three low-rise properties on the 300 block of H… Read more »

Yesterday (Wednesday, October 26) local salad powerhouse sweetgreen moved from their City Vista location to open the first ever digital-only sweetgreen pick-up… Read more »

We’re getting spooky and rounding up all the Halloween fun around Mount Vernon Triangle for this week’s Go-To Guide! A… Read more »

Your Preview to Fall Fun!

Grab a slice! This week’s Go-To Guide is delivering on everyone’s favorite meal – pizza! Alta Strada 465 K Street… Read more »

Founded by Howard University graduates Elliott Johnson and Jahi Wartts in 2019, Soul Mega is the second-oldest black-owned brewery in DC. The… Read more »

Soul Mega Serves Brews at Market, Alta Strada Launches New Dining Program & Literature Festival + Comedy Bonfyre Announced!

October 13 Triangle Times: Fall Fun Day Returns, Open Day at DC History Center on Saturday, Go-To Guide for MVT… Read more »

Hot off the press: Washington Post food super-critic Tom Sietsema just served up his “2022 Fall Dining Guide” and Bar Chinois has made the… Read more »

Here’s something to perk you up: this week’s MVT Go-To Guide is taking a look at all the spots you… Read more »

The Month of Biergartens Begins, Movies in Milian Come to an End & Bar Chinois Makes the News!

FRESHFARM Market & Biergarten Updates, MVT Happy Hour Guide, Dia de los Muertos at dLeña & Fall Cooking Classes

Welcome to a new series we’re launching called MVT Go-To Guide. Each week we will be rounding up a complete… Read more »

PARK(ing) Day Arrives, FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten Returns & Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations Continue!

#bartacosecret Revealed, MVT Photo of the Week & The Return of Movies + Jazz to A Baked Joint!

Earlier this week, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) completed its conversion of the 900 block of 4-1/2 Street NW… Read more »

Labor Day Specials, Prather’s Alley Transportation Safety Update, Bhakti Yoga Deals & Upcoming Neighborhood Events

Hold off  on digging out your cardigans and light jackets for one more weekend and celebrate the unofficial end of… Read more »

Rebel Taco (508 K Street NW) opened its newest location last week in Mount Vernon Triangle. The restaurant offers “redefined” street tacos and other… Read more »

The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and DC Department of General Services (DGS) hosted a community meeting last… Read more »

Cobb Park Meeting Recap, Restaurant Week Extension, New Tacos on the Block & Bring Your Plastic [Bags] to Market!

Good news bartaco fans: the restaurant is now serving happy hour from 3-6pm on weekdays! Stop by for “high tide” to enjoy… Read more »

Tommy McFLY brought his popular NBC News4 segment, “The Scene,” to Bar Chinois earlier this week! He sat down with Chef Lekki Limvatana to sample… Read more »

MVT Restaurant Week Offers Make News, Lineup Update for Tonight’s Tunes, Rebel Taco Opens + New Specials From bartaco &… Read more »

The FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten, Back to School Specials from bartaco & Cobb Park Community Meeting

Clear your schedules and get ready to clear your plates: Summer Restaurant Week is back August 15-21! Celebrate outstanding restaurants… Read more »

Forget the bottle of wine – you know what we’re talking about Taylor Swift fans  – this August is all about cocktails and beer in… Read more »

This Month’s Cocktail & Beer Specials, Next Week’s Tunes with Benjamin Gates & Ward 6 + Summer Restaurant Weeks Approach

With lots of new mixed-use development either under construction or in our pipeline, and multiple storefronts looking for new operators… Read more »

RASA Turns 2, Prather’s Alley Goes One-Way, Annual Meeting Recap, bartaco Pops-Up at FRESHFARM & MVT Retail Survey Last Call

“Tikka-bout” a milestone! On Monday, August 1, DC-born, award-winning, Indian fast casual RASA is celebrating its two-year anniversary of being… Read more »

Following years of advocacy and planning with community stakeholders and our District partners, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has… Read more »

Celebrate National Tequila Day with dLeña, HEMPHILL Summer Hours & 2022 MVT CID Annual Meeting Highlights

To honor and celebrate this past year’s many accomplishments in support of the ongoing return to #LifeInMVT, the Mount Vernon… Read more »

Take Our Retail Survey, New Exhibit at HEMPHILL & Grand Opening Party at Definition of Fitness

Several MVT businesses were recently named in the Modern Luxury DC 2022 “Best of the City” list. Congratulations to restaurants dLeña (“Best Mexican… Read more »

FRESHFARM MVT Biergarten is Coming, Public Art Petition & “Stranger Things”-Themed Bike Ride at VIDA Fitness

July 4th is here and these MVT restaurants have you covered to help you celebrate our nation’s Independence! bartaco. Back… Read more »

Great news fitness fans: a new option for getting your sweat on has opened in Mount Vernon Triangle! Located at… Read more »

WaPo Features MVT as Latest “Where We Live” Profile, New Gym Opens, July Fourth Specials & Updated Retail Map!

Mount Vernon Triangle was recently featured in a Washington Post article that highlights the walkability and emerging restaurant scene of our neighborhood.… Read more »

Just in time for summer, Nicoletta Italian Kitchen is officially reopening its doors tonight, June 22! Reserve a dining room spot or… Read more »

Tunes Rained Out, Nicoletta Reopens, Pups at Prost on July 4th, Used Book Sale & Story Time with Mrs. DC… Read more »

Father’s Day Offers, Juneteeth Block Party & Retrospective, Nicoletta Returns, Live Jazz, Colby Caldwell & FRESHFARM!

Father’s Day is just around the corner and these MVT restaurants have you covered with specials, deals, and even festive… Read more »

Father’s Day Specials, HEMPHILL Gallery Tours with Artist Colby Caldwell & Tonight’s Concert + Full Tunes Lineup Released!

7th Street Open Streets Saturday, Charles Allen Office Hours, New Bar Menu + Props for Mélange & MVT Celebrates Pride… Read more »

It’s official: burgers and beers are on at Mélange! Take a look at the new bar menu and be sure to give them a… Read more »

On Friday, May 20, dozens gathered to celebrate the unveiling of the latest "Zero Hunger" signature mural on a decommissioned... Read more »

Next Monday, May 30 is Memorial Day, the national holiday where we honor and remember the brave Americans who died… Read more »

May 26 Triangle Times: Tunes Returns, Free Market Bags, Pop-Ups Galore at FRESHFARM, Gigantic New Mural, Memorial Day Offers, Free… Read more »

Bike to Work Day, Stellina Lunch, Mélange Brunch, Free Nicoletta Pizza at Market, Holiday Offers & Go “Clueless” at Baked,… Read more »

Earlier this week, Chef Tim Ma – the inspiration behind the MVT-incubated phenomenon Lucky Danger that is now Bar Chinois – and... Read more »

May 13 Triangle Times: Mélange Serves Brunch, Colby Caldwell at HEMPHILL, Chef Ma Profiled on “Good Morning America” & Beau… Read more »

Beginning Saturday, May 14, you and your brunch crew can now meet at Mélange for a culinary journey crafted by... Read more »

The following three MVT faves will join restaurants across the District to feature their finest plant-based dishes as part of... Read more »

Mother’s Day Offers, Cinco de Mayo Celebrations, Baked Movie+Tunes, Bike to Work Day, Veg Foodie Week & Stellina Ribbon Cutting.… Read more »

Check out the deals, offers, and promotions being offered by the Mount Vernon Triangle businesses listed below to help you... Read more »

As you may have seen in our posts on Instagram, Twitter & Facebook, and after what’s seemed like an eternity… Read more »

Congratulations to dLeña [476 K Street NW] and Bar Chinois [455 I Street NW] for being named by Michelin as… Read more »

Big Stellina Update, Michelin Mentions for dLeña + Bar Chinois & Veggies, Spirits & Earth Day e-Waste Recycling at Market,… Read more »

Photo credit: Rey Lopez

Liberty Place Opens, Movies & Pizza at Baked, Holiday Eggs & Meats at Market, Beer on Tap at Mélange &… Read more »

The National Cherry Blossom Festival ends April 17, which means it's your last week to try Mélange's "Blossom Burger" with... Read more »

Earth Day 2022 on April 23 is fast approaching, and in conjunction with this annual event highlighting and supporting environmental... Read more »

On Tuesday, April 12, multiple city officials, development and financial partners, community leaders, and supporters came together for a ceremonial... Read more »

dLeña by Chef Richard Sandoval [476 K Street NW] is excited to announce the launch of weekday lunch service as... Read more »

dLeña Launches Weekday Lunch Service & Chef’s Table Experience -plus- Eggs & Other Upcoming Holiday Offers!

Get Back to the Office with 10% Off at Dryy & Join the 2nd Annual Dryy Run 5k!  Heading back… Read more »

Celebrate spring holidays at restaurants around MVT and tag your photos with #MVTeats! Ramadan Iftar specials: Busboys & Poets Ramadan… Read more »

We had an amazing turnout for last week’s FRESHFARM MVT Market. What a way to officially kickoff the main market… Read more »

Earlier this week, Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced the nominees for the 40th annual RAMMY Awards (the Oscars for Washington’s… Read more »

On Friday, March 25, the Mount Vernon Triangle CID joined multiple neighbors as well as the partners listed below for… Read more »

Transportation Safety Walk, Congrats to the Six RAMMYS Finalists from MVT, Holiday Specials and Celebrations, FRESHFARM MVT Market. Also: ongoing… Read more »

Orange Theory Fitness: Get your sweat on at Orangetheory Fitness [425 I Street NW]. Today’s the last day to purchase a Premier… Read more »

Whether you’re a budget wonk, budget-curious, or find the budget to be the most dense topic imaginable, it does affect… Read more »

Join Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen and your Ward 6 neighbors for a little spring cleaning this Saturday, April 2 from 9 to… Read more »

Ottoman Taverna [425 I Street NW] is offering a 4-course Ramadan Iftar menu during the entire 30 days of Ramadan. Upon… Read more »

  Rediscover spring and experience DC Circulator’s Blossom Bus! Use DC Circulator to explore the neighborhoods, businesses, shops, restaurants, museums,… Read more »

  After an incredible winter season for our FRESHFARM MVT Market, we’re officially kicking off the main market season this Saturday… Read more »

Throughout March, we’ve been featuring women who make MVT (and DC!) special. For our final Women’s History Month feature, we… Read more »

Women’s History Month Concludes with Little Beet’s Rebecca Ougo, Exciting News from FRESHFARM MVT Market, #MVTisBlooming, Holiday Menus, Civic Engagement… Read more »

Chicken’s back at FRESHFARM MVT Market! After a long winter without much chicken supply, The Farmstead Butcher has sourced some great non-GMO birds… Read more »

bartaco [1025 5th St NW] has introduced their latest #bartacosecret: a spiced lamb kofta taco. Stop by to try this… Read more »

Our friends at Select Reserves Fine Wines & Spirits [500 K Street NW] asked we share that they are also now… Read more »

Join Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen and your Ward 6 neighbors for a little spring cleaning! When: Saturday, April 2, 9-11 am… Read more »

“We have challenges and will get through them together. We want everyone to feel valued.” Those were words shared by Tasha… Read more »

Stop by Mélange [449 K Street NW] for one of Chef Taddesse’s delicious cherry blossom-inspired hand-spun milkshakes, crafted using ultra-premium ice creams… Read more »

We all know that MVT is booming, but did you know that it’s also BLOOMING? As part of The National… Read more »

  All month, we’ve been featuring women who make MVT (and DC!) special. This week, we’re featuring the director of… Read more »

March 25 Triangle Times: Women’s History Month Profile of  Solana Vander Nat, Cherry Blossom Milkshakes at Melange, Bryant Assumes 1d… Read more »

The Cherry Blossom Inspired Cooking Class at Toscana Market [414 K Street NW] set for Friday, March 18 at 6pm... Read more »

Get your sweat on at Orangetheory Fitness [425 I Street NW]. This month, when you purchase their Premier package, you... Read more »

The Viva Abejas campaign kicks off at dLeña [476 K Street NW] next Tuesday, March 22 and lasts through Sunday,... Read more »

American Sunset by Rush Baker IV debuts as the upcoming exhibit at HEMPHILL this Saturday. From the press release: American... Read more »

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in MVT tomorrow, March 17 with these special offers from A Baked Joint and Busboys and... Read more »

MVT's very own Teresa Velazquez of A Baked Joint [430 K Street NW] and Mama Lee of Mandu [453 K... Read more »

All month, we've been featuring women who make MVT special. The past two weeks we've profiled Inspector Tasha Bryant of... Read more »

March 16 Triangle Times: Women’s History Month with Kanessa Walker, MVT Matriarchs in Washingtonian, St. Patrick’s Offers & FRESHFARM Ukraine… Read more »

Join us for some virtual community fun and participate in MVT’s March Madness Bracket Challenge. Because nothing beats a little... Read more »

Seven female leaders of family-run restaurants who have shaped the way Washington eats. WRITTEN BY ANNA SPIEGEL | PHOTOGRAPHED BY… Read more »

Last week, we kicked off Women's History Month with a feature on Inspector Tasha Bryant of the Metropolitan Police Department’s... Read more »

American Sunset by Rush Baker IV debuts as the upcoming exhibit at HEMPHILL starting next Saturday. From the press release:... Read more »

March 10 Triangle Times: Women’s History Month Features Margaux Donati of Bar Chinois, Rush Baker IV Exhibit Launches Next Saturday… Read more »

420 K Street NW is now available for rent. This beautiful, warm, and vibrant restaurant includes custom wood booths, a… Read more »

Congratulations to Sahil Rahman & Rahul Vinod of RASA for being named Best Concept DC-Chesapeake by StarChefs. Winners were recognized for their culinary… Read more »

Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 19 when American Sunset by Rush Baker IV debuts as the next exhibit at… Read more »

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’ll be highlighting some of the many amazing women who serve our community. This… Read more »

March 3 Triangle Times: Women’s History Month with MPD Inspector Bryant, Rush Baker IV at HEMPHILL, RASA Awarded by StarChef… Read more »

Looking for a place to dine and unwind? Look no further than Nicoletta Italian Kitchen at 901 4th Street NW.... Read more »

Toscana Market at 414 K Street NW is featuring its Butcher Brunch Box for 2 that you can pick up... Read more »

As we reported in last week’s Triangle Times, DC will not extend the indoor mask mandate past Monday, February 28.… Read more »

The Willem de Looper exhibit at HEMPHILL (434 K Street NW) ends Saturday, Feburary 26. If you haven't already, call... Read more »

The District government earlier this week released the following communication related to preparations underway for potential demonstrations (including a possible... Read more »

Throughout February we’ve celebrated Black History Month by sharing stories of the people and places – including Prather’s Alley, our... Read more »

February 24 Triangle Times: Black History Month Concludes with Celebration of MVT Builders, Trucker Convoy Update from DC Gov &… Read more »

Last week’s Triangle Times highlighted the historically significant churches that continue to shape and influence our community. This week, we... Read more »

Check out photos from the Busboys and Poets event last Saturday, February 12 to spread love and elevate positivity through... Read more »

The District Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) and Pepco have been meeting with residents and businesses to identify clean... Read more »

Earlier this week, Mayor Bowser announced that indoor venues in the District are no longer required to verify patrons vaccination… Read more »

February 18 Triangle Times: Black History Month + CROPEATS, Vaccine Mandate Ends, bartaco, dLeña & Ottoman Specials and Toscana Market… Read more »

In yet another media piece of the wildly popular MVT restaurant, Mélange was recently featured in Thrillist "16 Essential Black-Owned... Read more »

As mentioned in our January 14 Triangle Times, proof of vaccination is required to enter some Mount Vernon Triangle establishments.… Read more »

Last week's Triangle Times profiled the history of African Americans who once resided in Prather's Alley and worshiped prominently in... Read more »

February 11 Triangle Times: Perception Survey Closes, Black History Month, Healing through Art at Busboys, V-Day Specials & Vaccine Requirement… Read more »

Just because you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day at home doesn’t mean you have to 1) cook, or 2) skimp on luxuries… Read more »

DC may be known as the nation’s capital, but there’s more to this city than just government centers, monuments, and… Read more »

There’s no better time than now to eat Nicoletta and drink Brew’d thanks to these three great new offers: 15%... Read more »

The AC Hotel by Marriott was recently featured in InspireDesign. From the article: Conveniently situated in the heart of DC’s... Read more »

European Wax located at 1075 5th Street is hosting a Brow Happy Hour on Saturday, February 19 from 3:15-5:15pm. Refreshments… Read more »

There’s more deals in Triangle than just food. When you get dry cleaning and laundry services from Dryy at 1075… Read more »

A special thanks to the nearly 400 of you who have already taken our Neighborhood Perception Survey covering calendar year... Read more »

Black History Month began Tuesday, and throughout February we'll be highlighting African-American contributions toward the Triangle's rich past, vibrant present,... Read more »

February 4 Triangle Times: MVT Celebrates Black History Month, Perception Survey Still Open, Valentine’s Offers, Dryy’s #LoadsOfLove & Nicoletta Deals

The season of love is upon us, which means themed dinner dates, Galentine’s Day activities, and sweets and meals ready… Read more »

Looking for something romantic to do with that special someone this Valentine's Day, a day when #LifeInMVT becomes #LoveInMVT? If... Read more »

The Lunar New Year is Tuesday, February 1, but Bar Chinois (455 I Street) will be celebrating all week long!... Read more »

As you may have seen in last week's Triangle Times, Lisa Ling’s HBO Max docuseries ‘Take Out,’ which chronicles the... Read more »

On Wednesday, January 26, MVT CID convened a roundtable with Director Solana Vander Nat of the Mayor's Office of Nightlife... Read more »

Our Neighborhood Perception Survey covering calendar year 2021 is now open for your feedback. Distributed annually, the survey is MVT... Read more »

AC Hotel Washington, DC Convention Center, the third AC Hotels by Marriott to open in the capital region, offers the… Read more »

January 28 Triangle Times: Neighborhood Perception Survey, MVT Convenes Stakeholder Roundtable, Valentine’s Day Specials & Mandu Featured on HBO Max

Seems like every week Mélange is getting mentioned in one outlet or another. When it comes to finding the best... Read more »

Diligent Triangle Times readers are aware that last week, MVT's very own Mélange and Baan Siam were featured in in... Read more »

MVT's very own Danny Lee and Mama Lee of Mandu will be featured on Lisa Ling's HBO Max docuseries 'Take... Read more »

Located immediately adjacent to Mount Vernon Triangle inside of the Carnegie Library at Mount Vernon Square, the DC History Center... Read more »

DC's first bartaco opened last month at 1025 5th Street NW in the heart of MVT. They serve up bold... Read more »

There's no better time than now to eat Nicoletta and drink Brew'd thanks to these three great new offers: 15%... Read more »

January 21 Triangle Times Food Edition! Nicoletta Deals, New #bartacosecret Menu Item, Who Feeds the District & Mandu Appears on… Read more »

Prefer to dine at your home table these days? You’ve got plenty of DC Winter Restaurant Week options, including dinners for two,… Read more »

As mentioned in last week’s Triangle Times, proof of vaccination is required to enter some of your favorite Mount Vernon… Read more »

In case you missed our story on Instagram earlier this week, Thrillist recently published "The 10 Best Deals You Can... Read more »

Beginning Monday, January 17 through Sunday, January 23, the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) will once again present Restaurant... Read more »

Building community requires the efforts of many, and today we honor and congratulate the achievements of two community champions whose… Read more »

HEMPHILL, located at 434 K Street NW, will open a new exhibit featuring paintings by Willem de Looper from 1968-1972... Read more »

January 14 Triangle Times: Vaccine Mandate Starts Saturday, Restaurant Week Begins Monday, MLK Day Brunch + Live Music at dLeña… Read more »

Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week is back January 17-23, with tons of participants in the DC region serving $25 brunch and… Read more »

DC’s annual Winter Restaurant Week is back, and it comes at a time when restaurants need your support more than ever as… Read more »

This winter, as D.C. restaurants start requiring proof of vaccination to dine indoors, going out to eat now comes with… Read more »

As a reminder, everyone over the age of 12 and older will soon need show proof of vaccination to enter... Read more »

Beginning Monday, January 10 from 11:15am-12:15pm, Bhakti Yoga at 928 5th Street NW will be offering a weekly class exclusively... Read more »

In case you missed our Instagram post earlier this week, a new PCR testing site has opened up just a... Read more »

January 7 Triangle Times: FRESHFARM Returns Tomorrow, Vaccine & Testing Updates, Bhakti Yoga Class for Women of Color & Imbibe… Read more »

When Bar Chinois opened in Washington, D.C., last October, international cooperation was the game plan. “Our chef, Tim Ma, is… Read more »

Holidays can be a hassle, but they don’t have to be. This year, go to your favorite MVT spot and… Read more »

The Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District would like to wish you a happy and healthy New Year. As we... Read more »

As you may have seen in last week's Triangle Times, DC's first bartaco location is now open in MVT! They're... Read more »

Chef Elias Taddesse of Mélange is partnering with local spice purveyor Eathiopian Foods to bring you ፩ Spice Collection—a handcrafted... Read more »

December 29 Triangle Times: MVT New Year’s Specials, Mélange Spice Collection, #bartacosecret Menu Item & Happy New Year from MVT… Read more »

Thanks to everyone who came out last Saturday to support our local vendors at the last FRESHFARM MVT Market of… Read more »

Our friends at the DowntownDC BID asked that we share this survey that it is conducting with a focus on… Read more »

  Children of all ages and pets came out for a little holiday cheer on Saturday, December 11 when Santa… Read more »

MVT CID extends its sincere thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s gift drive benefiting the “grandfamilies” at Plaza… Read more »

In case you missed the news on Instagram or Twitter, bartaco – the popular purveyor of fan favorite tacos, specialty crafted cocktails, and more... Read more »

To help combat the spread of the coronavirus and its Delta and Omicron variants, Mayor Bowser this week provided situational… Read more »

December 22 Triangle Times: Important COVID-19 Updates, bartaco Opens, Santa in MVT, Gallery Place-Chinatown Survey & FRESHFARM MVT Market Reopening!… Read more »

December 10 Triangle Times: Santa & Carolers Tomorrow, Holiday Gift Drive Ends Tuesday, Cobb Park Meeting Wednesday & More MVT… Read more »

Since opening Mélange in fall 2020, D.C. chef Elias Taddesse has wowed Mt. Vernon Triangle with his fast-food mashup menu… Read more »

The District is home to one of the largest African American populations in the US as well as a sizable… Read more »

MVT CID is once again partnering with Plaza West – an innovative affordable housing development in our community that serves… Read more »

Saturday, December 18 marks the final market date of 2021. So, swing by 5th & I Streets NW from 9am-1pm… Read more »

Cobb Park Phase One Reactivation Mark your calendars for a virtual community meeting next Wednesday, December 15 from 6:30-7:30pm to discuss plans… Read more »

December 7 Triangle Times: Santa & Carolers this Saturday, Parks & Open Space Updates, Toy Drive for Kids, Holiday Specials… Read more »

Saint Nick is making a special visit to the FRESHFARM MVT Market on Saturday, December 11 from 10am-noon at 5th… Read more »

For the second straight year we’re partnering with Plaza West to bring joy to the life of a deserving child… Read more »

We launched the MVTogether Fund to provide micro-grants to deserving Mount Vernon Triangle businesses as they work to re-launch and… Read more »

Plaza West is looking for volunteer tutors. Located at 307 K Street NW, Plaza West is an affordable housing development… Read more »

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) recently announced the return of DC Cocktail Week from Monday, November 29, to Sunday,… Read more »

In support of the health, safety, and well-being of all of our neighbors, including those neighbors who are unhoused or… Read more »

CBS Sunday Morning featured Shouk, which has a MVT location at 655 K Street NW, in a segment about plant-based… Read more »

November 30 Triangle Times: #GivingTuesday in MVT, Upcoming Events in the Triangle, MVT Retail Round-Up & Community Engagement Opportunities PLUS:… Read more »

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Bowser announced that on Monday, November 22, the District’s indoor mask mandate will be lifted.… Read more »

The newly opened AC Kitchen & Lounge would like to celebrate the holiday season with you and yours! From Wednesday, November 24… Read more »

Falling leaves and falling temperatures means it’s time to make sure your bed is as cozy as possible. Clean sheets… Read more »

November 18 Triangle Times: Mayor’s Mask Mandate, MVT Holiday Specials, HEMPHILL’s “Open on K” Ends Wednesday, Danielle Badra at Busboys… Read more »