
1251 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
The Reebok Fit Store opened back in 2013 in the former Adidas store space. Since I always rock Adidas I’m hoping maybe they’ll come back? Stay tuned.


1251 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
The Reebok Fit Store opened back in 2013 in the former Adidas store space. Since I always rock Adidas I’m hoping maybe they’ll come back? Stay tuned.


Photos by Korie D. Rose
Korie notes:
“@PoPville here’s a question how many Mattress Firm’s does one neighborhood like Columbia Heights need? Apparently 2 directly across from each other.”
And thanks to another reader for sending Freakonomics’ Are We in a Mattress-Store Bubble?

710 14th Street, NW
And there will be chocolate too:


3025 M Street, NW
Though it appears pickings are slim…unless you like short shorts and/or leopard prints!
Ed. Note: I was unable to ascertain whether or not any short shorts in leopard print remained.


14th and Park Road, NW
From an email:
“Most DC USA stores close early on Christmas Eve except for Target which will stay open until 11 PM. IHOP will be open until 2 PM on Christmas Day and Panda Express will be open on Christmas Day from 11 AM until 6 PM.”
Full list after the jump. (more…)

726 7th Street, NW
T Mobile are the ones who do the pink neon lights in their stores right? Anyway, Lime Fresh closed back in November 2015. Before Lime Fresh this was a Potbelly’s.


1348 U Street, NW
I just always walk by and smile and don’t think I’ve ever posted about Why Not Boutique before so, I needed to remedy that! Their website says:
“Welcome to Why Not Boutique.
A fashion forward clothing & footwear company.
We are the only premier source in DC for today’s hot styles and cutting edge fashion. We specialize in fashion shoes and fashion slim fit suits.
Whether you are looking for designer fashions, party wear, business wear, church wear, formal wear, or fashion accessories, we carry the latest and hottest fashions from the top designers. Our in house designers, brings sexy back with a twist of fashion from the 1920’s era.
DCfootwear and Why Not Boutique also carries a wide range of sizes, so you can count on a perfect tailored fit. Our unique inventory allow us to offer a one of a kind shopping experience. Only @ The World Famous DCfootwear/Why Not Boutique!”

104 Rhode Island Ave, NW
“After 4 fabulous years in Bloomingdale, we are sad to announce the closing of Grassroots Gourmet. We want to thank our wonderful customers, supportive neighborhood businesses, our friends, chefs, and bakers all over DC, and our amazing staff past and present. Baking cakes for you and your families from birthdays to weddings to baby showers and more, has been a true privilege. We want to thank you for allowing us to be a part of the community and will miss you all very much!
We’ll be open through December 24th and look forward to baking for you one last time, so stop in for a sweet treat before the holidays.
We wish you all a sweet new year and a happy and healthy 2017!”

1919 14th Street, NW
This is the former Universal Gear space which closed at the end of August.
What is Madewell? For one thing, we’re jeans makers. But we also focus
on all the things you wear with denim: timeless
leather jackets, great boots, slouchy tees and have—forever totes.



Tin Lizzy Mobile Boutique outside the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market.
“Tin Lizzy is a 1997 Grumman Step Van given a new life as a traveling shop specializing in fair trade, ethically and locally sourced women’s apparel, accessories and gifts
Find us on the road traveling to events and popping up street side in the Mid-Atlantic region. Also find us in our new home base brick and mortar at Gallery 3976 located at 1818 Margaret Ave. in Annapolis, Maryland.”

