DCFD represent!
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Author: Prince Of Petworth
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This could be a potential re-PoP but I really like the detail up top as well as the curved rooms on the first two floors.
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Dang I can’t remember what street this is. Oh well. I’m curious what you think about the one on the left. Do you think it works with the older style one on the right? I think the symmetry of the block looks pretty cool. Thumbs up or down?
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The reader writes:
“I frequent past this sign on the way to and from my fiance’s place and thought this would be something you’d like to have on your blog. Sadly, the proclamation on the sign isn’t true… the store has been closed for a couple years now, but I hear that the owner’s trying to open it up again soon. If he is, there’s a LOT of work to be done w the store before he can open it up for business again.
This is on 3rd and M St, NE”
Coldest Beer in Town is among the greatest proclamations I have ever read in our fair city.
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photo by M.V. Jantzen
Thanks to a reader for sending this DC Mud article with an update on the Social Safeway (1855 Wisconsin Ave, NW) as well as a small update on what they call the “Not So Safeway” in Adams Morgan (which the reader calls the Salvadorian Safeway):
In the meantime, renovation procedures take a much more low-key tact at the “Not So Safeway” at 1747 Columbia Road, NW. That store will remain open when it goes under the knife (as early as early next month) and, although the store will forgo demolition, the end result will be much the same as in Georgetown.
“Under the current situation, [we couldn’t close the store]. We would have liked to, but if we’re not able to that, we’ll do the in-place remodel. It will be a complete interior renovation and decorum upgrade,” said Muckle. “It will look like…our other upgraded Safeways, of which there are now nine or ten in the area.”
We once discussed Safeway nicknames here. While we’re on the topic, anyone know of the renovation plans for the Georgia Ave. Safeway?
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I’m a sucker for concerts. This great shot from the Lily Allen concert was taken by Jess J
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This condo is located at 1740 18th Street, NW:
The flier says:
“Pristine condo in prime Dupont. Completely renovated in 2006 with wide-plank maple floors, generous crown mouldings and recessed lighting. Kitchen with granite and stainless. King-size master bedroom with walk-in closet. Second bedroom that can actually accommodate a queen-size bed! Washer/Dryer in unit. Small boutique building in an amazing location. Walk to shops & metro.”
More info and photos found here.
I thought this one would be interesting to look at because it is similarly priced to yesterday’s GDoN. Of course this one is a condo and not exactly in the same neighborhood. Plus this one has two full baths. Does $509,000 seem reasonable?
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Hmm, I never noticed this “Soup Man” sign on 18th Street in Adams Morgan. I’m actually a huge soup fan, seriously. Ed. Note: I swear I used to be cooler than this… So how’s the soup here? I’m really imagining a soup nazi type spot. Any fans?
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Last week we looked at the outside of the newly completed Allegro apartments. I took a tour of the inside on Friday. I have to say, it was pretty amazing. Of course, you pay for amazing. From the outside of 3460 14th Street you can’t tell just how huge the place is. There are two courtyards (at the time still getting their final touches but both will have wifi) and 297 units. Units range from studios ($1525-$1775), one bed, one bath ($1775-$2175), one bed, den, one bath (($1900-$2650), Two bed, two bath ($2450-$2725) plus a series of penthouses (ranging from $2450-$3750). At the moment 2 months free rent and one time $500 common charge are being waved if you move in by May, 31st. There also will be a fitness room, yoga room, billiard room, media room and cyber cafe. There is no pet weight restriction though certain breeds like pitbulls are not permitted. If you’d like to check it out yourself they’ll be having a party Wed. night from 6-9pm.
Lots more photos after the jump. (more…)
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I’ve been hearing lots of folks talking about this lately. I went a few weeks ago at night (on a Thursday) and the wait wasn’t too bad at all. I mean Ben’s has always been crowded at times. But the last few weekends I have noticed that there have been huge lines snaking around the side during the day. I have never seen that before. So I have to pose the question – has Ben’s gotten too crowded to be a reliable dining/snacking option?