Not since Sparky’s Espresso Cafe closed next door many moons ago has Logan had such terrible coffee news. Thanks to John for sending from Peregrine:
“Next Sunday, June 28, will be our last day on 14th St NW. Our lease is up and the neighborhood rent has outpaced our sales. We are sad to be leaving this great community and our fantastic customers. Thank you for your support for the past nine years!” (more…)
1115 New Jersey Avenue, SE right outside the metro
Thanks to Emily for sending: “what’s up with the peet’s in navy yard? ‘temporarily closed’ signage, but ALL exterior signage indicating it as a @peetscoffee is gone?” (more…)
3118 Georgia Ave, NW
Colony Club opened up here in Park View back in April 2015. 3118 Georgia Ave, NW was the former home to Ma Ma’s Southern Cuisine and Hadiyah Cafe before that. You can read their full announcement on their Instagram: (more…)
1726 20th Street, NW
Thanks to A. for sending: “Amid everything, signs of life at former Filter on 20th. Maybe Team Emissary still moving ahead?”
A peek inside shows it’s been completely cleared out: (more…)
1346 4th Street, SE photo by Scott Suchman
From a press release:
“Chef Michael Rafidi announces a May 30 opening for Yellow, a cafe and bakery with Levantine roots, located within his Navy Yard restaurant, Albi, at 1346 4th Street SE. The carryout cafe will be open Wednesday-Sunday from 9am-3pm, offering a taste of the Levant for breakfast, lunch, and all-day coffee. Chef Gregory Baumgartner, who oversees pastry at Albi, also leads the program at Yellow, which merges classic French technique with Middle Eastern flavors. Rafidi puts his mark on the menu with a selection of mezze and pita sandwiches. (more…)
Thanks to evanleesellsdc and Morgann for sharing the good news with us:
“And just like that, East of the River has its first standalone Starbucks. (located at the maple view flats apartment building.)” (more…)
1658 Columbia Road, NW
From The Potter’s House:
“On Wednesday, May 20, The Potter’s House will reopen its doors after going dark for more than two months during the coronavirus pandemic.
This nonprofit neighborhood institution, much-beloved in its Adams Morgan community, celebrated its 60th anniversary in April. It’s one of the longest-running enterprises in the city and one that has survived many hardships in the past.
But it’s much more than a cafe and bookstore — The Potter’s House is a hub of connection, a safe and welcoming gathering place for a deeply diverse community. Its reopening offers a ray of much-needed sunshine to the city. It’s a reassurance that The Potter’s House will continue to be here to offer hospitality, welcome, and comfort — even in the midst of a global pandemic. (more…)
2459 18th Street, NW
From a press release:
“The Tryst Trading Company has announced it will now offer carryout with limited menu options and household pantry items at its flagship restaurant, Tryst.
The CEO and Owner Constantine Stavropolous explains the priorities in safety and putting a limited staff back to work. “The health and safety of our staff is our first priority. Like many DC restaurants, we temporarily closed our restaurants in March. While it was a heartbreaking decision, we remained optimistic about reopening our doors in a safe and responsible manner. Our team members have been incredibly patient as we worked to reopen our doors.”
Guests can access the limited menu items and household pantry staples from Tryst’s website. Household pantry item orders will need to be placed in advance, and items can be picked up at Tryst from 8 AM- 3 PM daily. (more…)
1001 Connecticut Ave, NW at K Street
Thanks to Ken for sending: “Looks like the Starbucks next to the Farragut North metro at Connecticut/17th/K Street NW has permanently closed. Walked by Tuesday evening and saw it papered over.”
On Monday we reported that a Starbucks had closed on M Street in Georgetown but (more…)
Well hell. Thanks to Parker for letting us know: “Dunkin Donuts Woodley Park Closed. Looks like all the machinery is stripped out and got confirmation from Naan Wise that it it happened today [Tuesday], not coming back.” (more…)