1819 M Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the former strip club and long vacant building at 1819 M St, NW (just west of Connecticut Ave.) has a boatload of permits:
I walked by and the space has been completely gutted. One of the permits lists the tenant as “The Mpire club”. I’m guessing it will remain a strip club?
Recently JP’s strip club reopened after a fire and long closure in Glover Park.
1513 17th Street, NW formerly Cafe Green
Speaking of painting brick – two ‘coming soon’ spots have recently been painted. First the former Cafe Green space (above) which is set to become an “East London Style Cafe” called Duke’s Grocery has been painted blue:
1513 17th Street, NW
801 Florida Avenue, NW
And the new Mediterranean restaurant, Dunya, coming to 8th and Florida (just east of 9th and U St, NW) has been painted brown. And you the roof deck is looking seriously sweet. Here’s what it looked like before:
1940 9th St, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Please take a look at and think about reposting the info in the link. I hope you decide to post this link to help undo the damage by the incorrect reports that were posted to this and other websites. I know you did not take a position on this issue but it is normal for people to be crucified in the media, then when the heat is off and the real truth comes out, never vindicated.”
From the article mentioned above AP: Doctor testifies in case of DC nightclub death:
A deputy medical examiner considered the death of a man who threw a brick through a Washington nightclub an accident after examining his body, even though the police chief said publicly that he had been savagely beaten and the doctor’s boss pressed for it to be classified as a homicide, according to sworn testimony.
2007 18th Street, NW
Nice to see a happy hour run this late.
From a press release:
“Jack Rose Dining Saloon has just opened its rooftop Tiki Bar on Thursdays through Saturdays with refreshing tropical cocktails, island-inspired fare and a special “Tiki Thursdays” Happy Hour. Transporting guests to the tropics, boozy flavors of coconut, pineapple and passion fruit will fill ceramic Tiki mugs, while juicy pork and sweet pineapple will come fresh off the grill.
TROPICAL COCKTAILS
Jack Rose’s craft bartenders are serving a tropical menu of Tiki cocktails, available at the Tiki Bar on Thursdays through Saturdays. Combining fresh fruit juices, quality rums and even bourbon, these refreshing, boozy concoctions are all $13, and available for half-off at $6.50 during “Tiki Thursdays” happy hour:
Bahia
Cream of coconut, white rum, fresh pineapple juice
Zombie
Light rum, dark rum, orange curacao, passion fruit, grenadine, lemon, lime, Angostura bitters
Tijuana Tiki
Silver tequila, Smith and Cross Rum, Gosling’s ginger beer,passion fruit syrup, orgeat, fresh lime juice
Blackheart’s Punch
Cruzan Blackstrap Rum, housemade cinnamon syrup, fresh lime juice
Honi Honi
Maker’s Mark Bourbon, orange curacao, fresh lime juice, orgeat, simple syrup
TIKI THURSDAYS
On Tiki Thursdays, Jack Rose will serve up half-priced tropical cocktails ($6.50, usually $13) and Tiki-inspired fare like skewers of Pork Belly and Portobello, Pineapple & Bell Pepper (both $4), flavorful spiced Jerk Chicken Wings ($6), fresh Lemon Pepper Pineapple Shrimp and Mini Fish Tacos (both $8). All draft beers will also be $2 off.
The Tiki Bar at Jack Rose is now open Thursdays for “Tiki Thursdays” from 5 p.m. to close (with happy hour from 5-10 p.m.), and Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. to last call.”
919 U Street, NW
Back in May we learned that a German Beer Garden would be coming to the lot at 919 U St, NW next to Dodge City. The shipping containers were set in place yesterday. Looks like they’re on track for a Fall opening!
Happy 9 Years to the Wonderland Ballroom! Amazing. Come celebrate this Sunday starting at 4pm at 11th and Kenyon Street, NW.
Wonderland in 2004
1316 9th Street, NW
The following was written by dcreba. She lives – and often eats – in Logan Circle. She previously wrote about the newly renovated Art & Soul.
It appears that Thally, the brainchild of co-owners Sherman Outhuok and executive chef Ron Tanaka, is closer and closer to a summertime opening. Construction was initially expected to complete by end of June but as these pictures show, the bones are finally in place and a tentative opening is slated for early August. Outhuok, former AGM and bar manager at Maple and managing partner at Posto, describes Thally – named for his daughter – as a modern American restaurant with a true neighborhood focus.
With the influx of new and often cost prohibitive restaurants opening in the area, Outhouk and his partners aim to make Thally a welcoming spot “with a comfortable vibe,” says Outhuok. “You know, you treat people as you would in your own home. Friendly, respectful.”
The 2100 square foot restaurant will seat 70 people, including 12 at the bar. High ceilings and industrial finishes will be tempered by bright graphics designed by Matt Hlubny, a local freelance artist. A 16′ granite bar will run half the length of one dining room wall; banquette seating will continue where the bar drops off. A godfather table will feature prominently in the front picture window, prime real estate for people watching and conducting business. There will be a semi private dining room in the back that is available for larger groups or events as well. The full bar will feature cocktails, 12 taps of rotating craft breweries, and housemade sodas. The wine list will change frequently, too – Outhuok envisions a list of 24 wines each day; six wines by the glass that will rotate weekly. Tanaka has full control of the menu, which will also change seasonally and emphasis will be on fresh ingredients and simple but elegant presentations. Tanaka’s focus is on delivering a menu that is “technique and flavor/food driven.” We’ll have to stay tuned to see what that will look like.
Thally plans to soft open in early August and will be serving dinner exclusively Tuesday through Saturday evenings. The website, www.thallydc.com, is expected to drop in the next week and will provide additional details regarding menu, hours, and concept. It is located at 1316 9th Street NW, between N and O Streets.
Partially covered roof deck from the Brixton at 9th and U St, NW
Like many others, I love eating, drinking and just hanging out at roof top bars and outdoor patios. Obviously when we’ve been having weather like we’ve had this week, sitting outside isn’t always the most comfortable spot. But it got me wondering if there are some outdoor roof decks and/or patios that are still comfortable during the hot months? I’m particularly looking for some that are cool but you still have a view and or feel like you are outside. Know of any cool outdoor dining/drinking spots?
2108 Vermont Ave, NW
From an email:
“Our First Furlough Happy Hour was Such a Success that we going to do it each Thursday until Labor Day!
4pm to 7pm every Thursday this Summer
$1 Sam Adams Lager and Sam Adams Summer Ale
$1 Miller Lite and PBR Tall Boys
1/2 off the entire menu!”
Photo via 18th Amendment
Thanks to a reader for sending word. From 18th Amendment’s facebook page:
To all our loyal customers and friends:
After 7+ rewarding years and a lot of reflection we have decided the 18th Amendment’s last night will be Saturday, July 27th. As we move on to pursue other exciting opportunities please accept our deepest gratitude for all of your support and loyalty over the years. We hope that you can swing by over the next 10 days to help us create a few more memories and toast the good times to come! After a bit of a summer break we’ll be in touch with future plans. Hope to see you soon!
-Vicky — at 18th Amendment LLC.