Duffy’s on P Street already painted over – La Merna, “Chicago-Italian restaurant and tavern”, Coming!!

Dupont Circle

Published March 3, 2026 at 12:35PM

2153 P Street, NW

“Your neighborhood Chicago-Italian restaurant and tavern. Coming 2026.”

Thanks to Stephen for sending the new paint job going up at the old Duffy’s space on P Street. Last week we learned that La Merna was coming:

“New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern serving Italian-American foods with seating for 55 and a Total Occupancy Load of 75. Sidewalk Cafe with seating for 24 and a total occupancy load of 25. Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement. Holiday Extension of Hours Endorsement.”

STAY TUNED.