I really like the green plants against the iron.
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Social is the restaurant opening up at 14th and Meridian. From time to time folks email me asking about job openings so I thought I’d post this from craigslist:
“Social” seeks an experienced and enthusiastic staff for an exciting new concept driven restaurant located at 14th Street and Meridian Place NW. Hiring for ALL HOURLY POSITIONS. Open interviews will be held on Tuesday, June 9th-Thursday, June 11th, @ 2:00pm-6:00pm”
Click the craigslist hyperlink above if you want to send a resume in.
And a bit further south on 14th Street, (above Miss Pixie’s), I received an email from Mid City Caffe saying their opening has been delayed. They originally announced in a press release a June 14th opening but they’re not going to make it. A new date has not yet been selected but I was told I’ll be notified when they have one.
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So it was a little later than April… From a press release:
“On Sunday, June 14th, owners Fernando Acha and designer Mick Mier will unveil Mid City Caff
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U Street Cafe, formerly Mocha Hut, located on U Street between 13th and 14th will have its grand opening Tuesday, May 26th. I had a chance to talk with some of the folks behind the new cafe and I think you’ll be pretty happy. One of the the VP for Operations, Elise, told me that waffles will continue to be offered! The menu will also be expanded. In addition to the waffles there will also be 4-5 fresh soups, quiches, salads, pulled pork sandwiches and more. If you really like the food there will be a grab and go option of freshly made sandwiches. Their bread will be provided by Firehook bakery and the bagels will be provided by Bethesda Bagel.
There will be plenty of coffee options as well as a bigger selection of loose teas. Their coffee roaster is Orinoca located in Columbia, MD. In addition to tea and coffee there will also be a limited selection of beer and wine.
Occupancy inside will be 50 while there will also be four tables located on the patio.
They will still be offering free wifi and the space will be children/family friendly.
Grand opening is Tuesday May 26th at 6:30 am. Regular hours will be 6:30am – 8pm Mon. – Thurs, 6:30 – 11pm Fri., 7am – 11pm Sat., and 8am – 9pm on Sun.
As many folks know these are the same folks opening up a spot in Columbia Heights on Irving Street. That space is slated to open in late July/early August.
More photos after the jump. (more…)
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“Dear PoP,
Next to Garden District on S there’s a building that was a pupuseria until a couple of years ago. It’s being rehabbed and one of the workmen told me it’s going to be a “coffee bar”. Do you or your readers know anything about it?”
I hadn’t heard that. I walked by this weekend and the workers I spoke with weren’t sure about a coffee bar. Since there is already a coffee bar set to open nearby above Miss Pixie’s, I’m not sure it would be viable. Has anyone else heard anything about a coffee bar coming to this spot?
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If people have been in withdrawal from Mocha Hut’s closing up at U Street between 13th and 14th, you are in for some relief soon.
I’m told U Street Cafe is planning on opening up May 14th!
And the owners are the same folks who will be opening up Tynan Coffee & Tea in Columbia Heights (next to Five Guys on Irving Street).
Tynan Coffee & Tea is looking to open up later this year in the Summer/Fall time frame. For more info on Tynan you can see the press release from Donatelli Development after the jump. (more…)
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On Friday we learned that Qualia coffeeshop had opened at 3917 Georgia Ave. For those that didn’t have a chance to check them out I thought I’d show you what it looked like. The owner, Joel, told me that they’ll actually be only half time or closed most of this coming week but the grand opening will be announced soon. Not only does the place look great but I’m super happy to report that the coffee was delicious.
More photos after the jump. (more…)
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A reader writes:
“I am happy to report I was the first customer at Qualia Coffee this morning. The cafe is lovely, the coffee strong and bursting with flavor, and the WiFi is fast and easy.”
Qualia Coffee is located at 3917 Georgia Ave.
And don’t forget the PoP Cleanup tomorrow at 10:30 am meeting at the Petworth metro by the leaf sculpture.
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I know some readers won’t shed a tear to hear about Cleveland Park’s retail woes but I still have some love for Cleveland Park. I lived in Cleveland Park for 3 years and I think of her as an ex-girlfriend with whom I’ve had an amicable breakup. When I walk through Cleveland Park, I really hope she is doing well. It’s not like a bad breakup when you’re secretly psyched that your ex has gained 25 pounds. I truly wish her the best.
So I was dismayed to read last week that their Starbucks on Connecticut Ave. was closing. What I really don’t understand is that this particular store always seems to be crowded:
As you can see in the first photo, the consignment shop right next door has also closed. The McDonald’s across the street has been closed for years now. I just don’t get it. Then when I walked further up the street, it seems that the Cold Stone Creamery has closed:
I thought things were looking up when we learned a new wine store, yogurt shop and running store had recently opened up. Anyone know why such a established neighborhood is having such a hard time keeping retail? Are the rents simply to high in this economic environment?
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I love this guy. He always plays Bob Dylan for me. Sadly, he doesn’t have a regular slot at Columbia Heights Coffee (11th Street b/w Monroe and Park.) The owners said he is welcome to play whenever he’d like. I chatted with him for a few moments. His name is John Carter or JC and he lives in the neighborhood (Columbia Heights). He told me he likes to play at Columbia Heights Coffee from time to time to relax and give a little something back to his neighborhood. Super nice guy.
I also spotted one super cool dog outside. (This dog will be tough competition for this Summer’s coolest pet in PoPville contest…)
