2339 18th Street, NW
My goodness. Angles and Little Fountain closed back in 2016 – ten year ago!! But finally, finally, finally some movement. First:
“Coming soon – a cocktail-focused piano bar in DC’s Adams Morgan neighborhood. From Drinks with You – the team behind The Mirror & The Golden Age.”
I’m told they will be located on the first floor above the incoming Wingo’s which will be located in the old Little Fountain space.
I’m also told: (more…)
Thanks to Jim for sending the latest filming query:
“Anyone know what’s being filmed on the 1400 block of Rhode Island?”
This one looks like a different group from yesterday’s filming on Swann Street…
see more renderings here
From the office of Council Chairman Phil Mendelson:
“The Attorney General for the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit challenging the proposed Monumental Arch at Memorial Circle on behalf of the District. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, who submitted a declaration in support of the case, issued the following statement: (more…)
11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor, a lifetime ago, and most recently Roasted Boon.
“Mexican cuisine •Pizza •Tacos •Burritos •Bar A new concept from the team behind @anafre.dc @elsoldc @mariscos1133 @mezcalerodc @mezcalerolacosecha”
“Official Grand Opening will be on Thursday, November 5th, at 4:00 PM”
Thanks to Alex for sending: “A new Mexican restaurant just opened on the corner of 11th and Rhode Island Ave!”
And thanks to Luis for sending: “We’re so happy that La Loca Restaurant is finally open in our neighborhood! 🎉🍕🌮 Amazing Mexican pizza and incredible tacos! We’re so excited to have such a great spot nearby. Welcome to the neighborhood! ❤️🇲🇽”
Have a look at some of the goods: (more…)
1959 E Street, NW
Thanks to Bob for sending:
“SecreTea at 1959 E St has gone out of business. Next up is El Jefe Pizza. It’s not clear whether this is the same El Jefe as the one on Wisconsin Avenue.”
Stay tuned.
4th and M Street, SW
Thanks to Jonathan for sending around 9:30pm last night: “Heard a loud bang outside my window and saw flames jumping up from the street.” (more…)
Elissa Silverman tweeted: “The comeback is complete!
Thank you DC voters for showing your support for my independent, progressive voice on the DC Council.
That’s right, proudly independent. I look forward to working w/ our mayor elect, new and veteran councilmembers.”
Oye Owolewa, perhaps, waiting for the official results to be certified before tweeting.
Congrats to both!
And passed it did significantly!
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No Foie Gras mention but Chef José Andrés did tweet last night: (more…)
From the office of Mayor-Elect Janeese Lewis George:
“Today, Mayor-Elect Janeese Lewis George announced her transition director and co-chairs, who collectively hold vast experience in presidential and mayoral transitions as well as expertise in government operations, city budgeting, and public policy in DC and across the country.
“My transition team is rooted in DC and will work tirelessly to ensure we have a successful transition. They also understand the inner workings of government and will help me bring on talented individuals who are ready to execute our plans to make DC safer, more affordable, and accountable to residents in all 8 Wards,” said Lewis George.
The transition director is Jennifer Levy, a Lewis George campaign advisor and former First Deputy Attorney General in the Office of the New York State Attorney General. The transition co-chairs include Aaron Jenkins, former Obama Administration appointee; Beatriz “BB” Otero, former Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services under Mayor Vincent Gray; Gautam Raghavan, former Director of the White House Office of Presidential Personnel in the Biden-Harris Administration; Greg Akerman, labor leader and President of the Baltimore-DC Metro Building Trades Council; and Kimberly Perry, Director of DC’s premier youth and families advocacy nonprofit DC Action.
The transition team will be responsible for (more…)
Thanks to Kevin for sending this great shot from T Street, NW near 18th.
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