Lobby rendering via Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Photo: Sugimoto Studio
The Hirshhorn reports:
“Just Announced: we’ll unveil our transformed lobby Friday, Feb. 23, reimagined by acclaimed Japanese artist Hiroshi Sugimoto!”
Preview the space during our special evening ours Feb. 13, 14 and 15, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m., we’ll stay open late to celebrate the opening of "Brand New: Art and Commodity in the 1980s" https://t.co/kweStA5lBl #BrandNew80s
— Hirshhorn (@hirshhorn) February 8, 2018
2649 Connecticut Ave, NW
Looks like about ready to open was right. Thanks to all who messaged Saturday that the Starbucks had opened in the old Cafe Paradiso space.
2649 Connecticut Ave, NW
The Cafe Paradiso to Starbucks transformation is nearly complete – turned out pretty nice:
Cafe Pardiso closed after 27 years back in September 2016. Update when we get an exact opening date for the Starbucks.
1147 20th Street, NW
Thanks to Ben for sending: “the new Gregorys Coffee on 20th and M (1147 20th) opened today.”
Ed. Note: This is the third Gregorys to open after 1030 19th Street, NW just south of L Street next to Bold Bite (RIP) and Vermont and K Street, NW.
Photo by Austin Graff
Austin writes:
“The DC coffee shop revolution continues. @bluebottleroast’s second DC location in the Union Market District coming along nicely.”
Photo by Gaurav Arora
Gaurav writes:
“Sign is up for @bluebottleroast at Union Market (1250 4th St NE)”
Blue Bottle‘s first D.C. location opened up in Georgetown over the summer and in addition to Union Market there are plans for The Wharf, Union Station and Logan Circle.
Ed. Note: Not to be confused with Bluestone Lane Coffee.
From La Mano Coffee Bar via Old Takoma Business Association:
“After 5 years, I am sad to announce that I will be moving on from la mano on March 5th, 2018. Over coming weeks, my staff and I want to thank all of you in person, see our favorite people, and give you a chance to stock up on your favorites. Keep an eye out for specials and sales throughout the month.
While uncertain, there may be upcoming news on a possible new future for la mano that we will share. Otherwise the business will close with my departure. (more…)
1111 19th Street, NW
Danielle wrote yesterday:
“I’ve sent an email to Wawa about their oversight of the DC store in their free coffee promotion for all mid-Atlantic stores (MD and VA are included!)”
And a few hours later:
“I have heard back and Wawa has corrected this issue! Their response is below:
Have no fear… DC is definitely included in the free coffee celebration on Sunday! It was a mistake leaving it out of the release and I’ve updated and replaced it. thank you for reaching out and enjoy the big game!”
So props to Danielle, and props to Wawa for the quick fix!!
Thanks to a neighbor for sending an update on the Coffee Controversy Brewing in Hill East:
“This morning’s interpretive closure sign (photo attached). The “Loaf Lounge” shock jock segments certainly have not gone unnoticed by neighbors in this residential spot.
The prior business, Mia’s, had some clouds too. It had been operating without a license since 5/2017. And the owner left unannounced.”
15th and A Street, NE (101 15th Street, NE)
Hill Rag reported on Saturday:
“Loaf Coffee Opens in Former Mia’s Coffeehouse Location”
Multiple readers write:
“Dear PoPville,
There is a coffee shop that just took over Mia’s space in Hill East. I wanted to learn more about the owners, and I was grossed out by their Twitter feed – it was mostly pictures of women in sexy Halloween costumes. After I wrote them a message (below), they took down their Twitter account, but they still have their podcast (Loaf Lounge) on their website. The podcast content is garbage. I’m not trying to be the mortality police, but they are hosting these images and a misogynist, immature podcast as part of their coffee brand.
screenshot sample of some podcast episodes via loafcompanies.com
There is a big population in Hill East who would love to have a coffee place, bar, or sandwich shop in their neighborhood, but I’m never stepping foot in this store.”
Photo via Loaf Companies Contact Page
The company’s reply to OP’s concerns:
“We sincerely apologize if our twitter feed had any offensive images. We haven’t used Twitter in a very long time and have now shut it down.
Loaf Companies wasn’t always just coffee. (more…)
1919 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Thanks to Allison for sending word about the closure. Their website still lists the location but a call for details went to voicemail. Greenberry’s other D.C. location is located 1805 E Street, NW.
via Greenberry’s