Some folks were asking yesterday what was going to happen to the big parking lot in the middle of downtown. I walked by and noticed that the developers had put a rendering of the site up. It seems it’ll be bustling.
You can find all the details of the deal on the City Center DC Web site.
Another rendering:
Currently:
I love the fact that we have a Ed(ddie) Murphy Way. “Now that’s a fire!”
I love these ones that riff on the Obama posters. Anyone know who this is? I’m pretty sure it’s Rollie Fingers…
And here’s another:
An aged Rollie Fingers?
I still think this sticker takes the cake.
I should say windows around the door of the day…
This is from downtown DC in Penn Quarter. It reminds a bit of NYC when you have a house like this between two tall buildings.
Looks like this sign from Georgia Ave. near Howard University may be on it’s way out. It is a pretty fresh sign though, yeah?
This sweet building is located at 1117 L Street, NW. I’m totally digging the curved windows and balconies. What do you think – thumbs up or down?
I gave a sneak peek of Fusion located at 4815 Georgia Ave last week but I finally had a chance to sample some of the dishes. Ed. Note: I was able to do a taster menu (which I paid for) so some of the portions that you see photographed may be a bit smaller than the actual portions. I recognize that I am not a proper restaurant reviewer. I can’t tell you that the hint of chutney blended brilliantly complimenting the spicy potato patty but I can tell you it was freaking delicious. I honestly do look forward to Tom Siestma and Tim Carman’s reviews. I think they are going to be blown away. Additionally, it is super nice to a have a proper sit down restaurant on Georgia Avenue that is of the highest caliber. I have no doubt the quality will match or exceed those of other Indian restaurants around town. As many of you have noted, the owner Barry and his family are also as nice as can be, which only adds to the pleasant dining experience.
Pictured above is the Ragda Patties. Ed. Note: I will post a full menu when it becomes available to me in an electronic format.
Below you will find the Mango Shrimp which were also freaking delicious.
Below you can see the Lamb kurma on the left and the Palak paneer on the right. Barry explained to me that the Palak paneer is so green because he uses fresh spinach that is pureed in a blender. In addition to the Palak paneer there are also five other vegetarian options. Let me just add that soaking the bread in the sauces of these dishes is a delight in and of itself.
Finally I tried the Chicken Makhani which was also quite tasty but I’d say the Lamb kurma and the mango shrimp were my favorites.
Hopefully they’ll have their liquor license soon which will seal the deal as this being one of my new favorite restaurants. I really think the quality is so good that this is going to become a destination restaurant for those that don’t even live nearby. So I’d head over soon while it’s still possible to get a table! Full menu after the jump. (more…)
This home is located at 3516 10th Street, NW.
The flier says:
“$20K PRICE DROP! WOW! 6 Bed, 3 Bath Semi-Detached home with an unfinished basement. This home was rehabbed at some point and most of the original character remains. Hardwood Floors, Beautiful woodwork, Awesome fireplaces, etc. Great porch for relaxation. Off Street Parking. Currently Tenant Occupied at $3,050/month. Bank Owned. Sold in AS-IS condition. Seller will make no repairs.”
More info and photos found here.
From the photos it looks like this home may be a group house at the moment. But it does seem there are some good bones here. The original asking price was $699,900 but now they are asking $529,900. It has been on the market 149 days. So what do you think of the house itself? Does it have potential? Do you think $529,900 is possible?
You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. I’ll open this thread every Monday and Friday. So anything good happen to you this weekend?