Honoring Heroes, Celebrating Freedom — Memorial Day on H Street (#54)
Also in this issue you will find more good news, hiring, events, promotions, and a blog post about Toki Underground.
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, the H Street Herald joins our community—and our nation—in pausing to remember and give thanks. This is a day of solemn reflection, a day to honor the brave men and women of our armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice so we can enjoy the freedoms we cherish as Americans.
We offer our deepest gratitude to those who serve, those who have served, and to the families who carry on the legacy of their loved ones. Your courage, resilience, and devotion to country are never forgotten.
Memorial Day is also a time to gather with family, friends, and neighbors—to soak in the sunshine, hit the pool, fire up the grill, and enjoy the start of summer. And there's no better place to gear up for the long weekend than right here on H Street.
Whether you’re hosting or heading to a cookout, you’ll find everything you need just steps away. Stock up on fresh produce, meats, and holiday staples at Giant, Whole Foods, or the FreshFarm Market. If you’re a guest, don’t show up empty-handed—pick up a handcrafted pie from Pie Shop, tender ribs from Smokin’ Pig BBQ, or an elegant charcuterie board from Paste & Rind.
Planning to lounge by the pool? Swing by Solid State Books for the perfect read to kick off your summer reading list. Grab sunscreen and bug spray from CVS, and don’t forget to check out Nike Unite, DTLR, and A Ma Maniére for a fresh poolside look.
This Memorial Day, let us honor our heroes by living fully, loving deeply, and remembering gratefully. From all of us at the H Street Herald, we wish you a safe and meaningful weekend.
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More Good News
Ethiopic was featured in Eater DC, “The Best Ethiopian Restaurants Around DC”.
Don’t forget to nominate your favorite H Street businesses on Washington City Paper’s Best of DC 2025.
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Atlas Performing Arts Center (atlasarts.org)
May 23-24: J.O. Wilson Elementary School Cardinal Drama Players: Beauty and the Beast Jr.
Binge Bar
Sunday, May 25 at noon or 2 pm: Dry Vegan Brunch. Live Vinyl DJ.
Cynthia Bar and Bistro (cynthiadc.com)
Thursday, May 22 at 5:30 pm: Pure Barre teammate and sollelier, Abbey will lead community through a tasting of her favorite summer wines. $15
DC Creative Institute
Saturday, May 24 at 11 am - 5 pm: Jericho Market
Granville Moore’s (granvillemoores.com)
Thursday, June 5th at 7 pm: Val Dieu Beer Dinner. $132 includes tax, service fee, and gift.
Henceforth (henceforthdc.com)
Wednesdays @7 pm: Traivia in the Neighborhood
Hiraya (hirayadc.com)
May 21-24 from 5 - 9 pm. Heunkuoa x Hiraya Pop Up.
Lydia on H Street (lydiaonhdc.com)
Fridays: 7-8:30 pm: Mixology glasses with Chef Vic. Private classes also available.
Friday, May 23 from 3 pm: YaDig presents, NBA Eastern Conference Finals
Sunday, May 25 from 1 pm - Midnight: Memorial Day Sunday Brunch + Day Party
Maketto (maketto1351.com)
Saturday, May 24 at 9 am: Maketto Bake Sale.
Mosaic Theater (mosaictheater.org)
May 29 - June29: Andy Warhol In Iran
Pie Shop (pieshopdc.com)
Thursday, May 22 at 8:00pm: Divine Right w/ Erode, Balisong, BITE
Saturday, May 24 at 8:30pm: Lauren Calve w/ Rachel Ana Dobken with Rachel Ana Dobken
Sunday, May 25 at 8:00pm: Six Flags Guy w/ Scoria, Sunshine Hysteria, Stafford
Monday, May 26 at 8:00pm: Thru It All w/ The Maka Sticks, Gerf
Solid State Books (solidstatebooksdc.com)
Story Time is held every Thursday & Saturday at 10:30 am until 11:00 am. Readers are visiting authors/illustrators, and/or staff. Thursday stories are for babies & toddlers, Saturday’s selections are for ages 2-6.
Saturday, May 24 at 3 pm: Karie Fugett’s “Alive Day”
SWEAT DC (sweatdc.com)
May 31: 1 Year Anniversary. Free community classes at 9:30 and 10:30 am
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Tapori is hiring Hosts, Servers, and Bartenders. Please send inquiries to info@taporidc.com.
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Los Perez
Taco Tuesdays: $1.75 per taco.
Sol Mexican Grill DC (solmexicangrilldc.com)
Taco Tuesday: $2.75 tacos all day!
SWEAT DC (sweatdc.com)
Free week of group fitness classes at SWEAT DC. Click link to redeem your free week pass.
The Little Grand (litttlegranddc.com)
Monday Funday Happy Hour and a Half (5 - 6:30 pm): Half Price Beer on Tap and Wine BTG. BOHOGO Buy One Get One Half Off Pizzas (dine in only). WINE’D DOWN Bottles of wine 20% off.
Wednesday Hump Day Happy Hour (5 - 6:30 pm): Half Price Beer on Tap and Wine BTG. Cheese and Pepperoni Slices at the Bar and out the Window.
The Haymaker Bar (thehaymakerbar.com)
Taco Tuesday: Shrimp tacos (2 for $12 or 3 for $17); Carnitas tacos (2 for $11 or 3 for $15). Specials from 5 - 10 pm.
Whiskey Wednesday: $2 off all whiskey ports, includes Manhattans and Old Fashions
Tigo’s Restaurant
Taco Tuesday: $2.75
Waxing the City (waxingthecity.com)
20% off your first wax.
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Toki Underground – Bold Ramen, Big Flavor, and a Cozy Vibe on H Street NE
Tucked above The Pug at 1234 H Street NE, Toki Underground (tokiunderground.com) has been a cornerstone of DC’s ramen scene since 2011. This intimate, graffiti-adorned spot offers inventive bowls of ramen, a lively atmosphere, and a menu that caters to both meat lovers and plant-based diners. (READ FULL ARTICLE)
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