Retail

Friday Question of the Day – What Chain Store/Restaurant is D.C. Missing?

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Phil

Yesterday Sonia tweeted “Torchy’s Tacos Can you please put a Torchy’s at 1800 M St NW in D.C.? I promise you, business would be good!”

I had never heard of Torchy’s but based on the replies people really really love them. So it’s time to play (and please do remember remember, playing is not mandatory if this ain’t your thing) what chain would you love to see in D.C.? You can see what folks pined for in 2015 here and in 2009 here. So who/what are you pining for today?

The Outrage Vandalized on 14th Street in Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth


1722 14th Street, NW

Update from The Outrage:

“This is our third incident of vandalism in the last 3 months. We have adequate security measures in place and have promising leads on the suspects as we’re catching them on camera.

For those that don’t know us, The Outrage is a hub for activism — 100% of our retail sales are donated to progressive partner organizations or subsidize our community space. We’ve been an official partner for every major social movement since 2016 (think Women’s March, March For Our Lives, etc). We pride ourselves on holding space for progressive issues that uplift the most marginalized communities. For us, these types of attacks only highlight the need to keep doing the work. You can break our windows every day, but we’ll keep opening our doors.

We’re still open and need our community’s support now more than ever. If you want unapologetically progressive spaces like The Outrage to exist in the world, please stop by or sign up to be a member today. You can find membership applications here.

In community,
Michelle”

Sophie reports: (more…)

We’ve Reached 75% Off Throw Pillows, Repeat 75% Off Throw Pillows – Shams too!

By Prince Of Petworth


709 7th Street, NW

The cashier tells me Bed, Bath & Beyond’s last day will be June 1st. For the curious, I came away with a decent kitchen knife for 5 bucks. I got my eye on a vacuum cleaner but I’m gambling on a deeper discount – they were only at 30% last weekend. The world market had some Icelandic row but I wasn’t ready to take that 2 buck gamble… (more…)

Massage Luxe Spa coming to H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth


609 H Street, NE

Thanks to Grant for sending. Massage Luxe Spa’s website says coming soon:

“Looking for relaxation? Rejuvenation? Our professional, experienced massage therapists and estheticians are waiting to serve you in our luxurious spa. You have come to the right place! (more…)

Rite Aid at Florida and Connecticut becoming a Walgreens

By Prince Of Petworth


Connecticut and Florida Ave, NW

Thanks to Nana for sending word:

“The big ol Rite Aid on the intersection of Connecticut and Florida Ave is turning into a Walgreens later this month according to signs in the store. The employees there told me that it is going to close for a week later this month while they change it over. So nobody be alarmed when it’s closed for a bit. Right now there are massive sales (30-70 percent off a ton of stuff) there while they (presumably) try to move a lot of inventory before the move.” (more…)

“M.M.LaFleur (To Go) Opens In Union Station this Friday”

By Prince Of Petworth


Thanks to Bridget for sending the photo: “MM Lafleur opening tomorrow at Union Station in the spot previously occupied by Swarovski”

From a press release:

“Traveling for work can be a drag–but M.M.LaFleur’s newest store in D.C., M.M. To Go, is here to help. Opening on Friday, February 7, the 930-square-foot concept shop is located in Union Station, on the ground floor next to the Amtrak ticket station, and directly across from Magnolia Bakery (we know!) (more…)

Waffle Shop Rising with a Stellina Pizzeria too

By Prince Of Petworth


6th and K Street, NW

Back in December we learned that:

“Situated on the corner of 6th and K Streets, Stellina Pizzeria’s second location will occupy 2,700-square-feet within The Waffle Shop, a reincarnated version of the iconic D.C. greasy spoon that once stood on 10th Street NW.”

Thanks to John for sending a photo of the restored signage above.

This is a few storefronts west of the 7-Eleven coming with the sidewalk cafe (now hiring): (more…)

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