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Restaurants protect community feel in gentrifying Mount Pleasant

As gentrification changes the landscape of the Mount Pleasant neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C., longtime residents continue to gather at their favorite community spots. Residents, predominantly Latino immigrants, use these businesses as a way to keep their history and community alive.

Ercilia’s Restaurant and Haydee’s Restaurant are locally owned haunts that serve Mexican and Salvadoran food. Although new businesses continue to move into the rapidly expanding neighborhood, these restaurants cater to both new residents and loyal customers from the Latino community. 

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