12th and E Street, NW
Mark it bargain hunters, Nordstrom Rack’s next DC location is:
“Grand Opening: October 27, 2016!”
Ed. Note: On the other corner at 11th and E St, NW Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th is coming to the former ESPN Zone also this Fall.
Retail
1618 14th Street, NW
From J Crew:
“We’re currently a TBD on timing of this store opening based on our construction team and working on schedules etc. but it still looks like sometime in 2016. This could of course change. That being said, it will be men’s only product, with some exciting partnerships featured.”
This was the location of a “Questionable Death” at an underground gay sex club back in 2009. Quite a transformation.
This was most recently the space intended for Ridim Juice Bar and 4NXC and Arzo before that. It’s right next door to Lovely Yogurt:
1019 U Street, NW
1342 U Street Northwest, 2nd floor
Looks like Bureau Skate Shop has taken over the Art Under Pressure space (previously Vintage No. 5 Boutique) above Desperados (RIP Polly’s).
Transworld Skateboarding reports:
“Bureau is a local skate shop, menswear, and art retailer whose mission is to become a central hub showcasing and supporting creative culture in DC.
Hours of operation: 11 – 7 Monday – Saturday, 12 – 6 Sunday”
Their Facebook says they opened about 3 weeks ago.
1025 F Street, NW
Thanks to Graham for sending: “Target in Columbia Heights just opened a brand spanking new Wine & Beer section!”
1919 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Jonathan for sending:
“Universal Gear closing on 14NW. Overheard that NYC store was closed so it’s an end of a brand.”
2nd floor of 18th and Wyoming Ave, NW
From JRINK:
“We’re excited to finally open our doors today! Come by, grab / sample a juice or shaken latte (matcha, turmeric, cold-brew) and soak up the sun on our patio.
*Address: *1800 Wyoming Ave (inside Skynear where the old Sweet Science
Cafe used to be)
*Hours:* M-Fri: 8AM – 7PM (8PM on Fri) + Weekends: 9AM – 6PM
Adams Morgan will be our first residential spot with outdoor seating and we can’t wait to offer some of the first healthy options in the neighborhood.”
Ed. Note: I orignially thought this was gonna be like a Ted Williams style cryo…
District Cryo’s website says:
“DistrictCryo is the first and only Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC) recovery lab in Washington, D.C.
DISTRICTCRYO is an exciting new concept in health and wellness. Our recovery and rejuvenation lab is centered on the latest and most proven innovations in technology to ensure the best athletic recovery and healing experience. Our team understands the need to stay healthy and optimize performance – let us serve you! (more…)
From a press release:
“The following is an updated list of restaurant and retail offerings coming to The Wharf in 2017, as part of the development’s Phase I grand opening:
Social Restaurant Group’s 9,800-square-foot concept La Vie, their largest venture to-date, will feature French-Mediterranean cuisine that includes an extensive moules-frites menu, a wide selection of sweet and savory tartines and a variety of coastal-inspired beverages. Situated along The Wharf’s most expansive and stunning vistas, their space boasts a 1,100-square-foot waterfront terrace, and serves the resident pool deck above. La Vie also includes private access to a 5,000-square-foot rooftop terrace, poised to be Washington’s premier events space.
District Hardware and Bike, the nearly 50-year old family-owned hardware store, full-service bike shop and now café and water sport retailer, is expanding from its current location in Foggy Bottom. Their new 6,300-square-foot location will be designed by Natalie Park Design Studio and is the latest in a series of expansions for the store, which has been owned and run by the Conway family for three generations. To strengthen the concept, District Hardware and Bike has teamed up with local coffee roaster, Vigilante Coffee, to help design and launch the new café and coffee bar.
Cordial Craft Wine, Beer & Spirits by Eric Rohleder is expanding from its current operation in Union Market. His 525-square-foot location at The Wharf will feature a water view and products from independent importers and boutique distributors across the globe.
America’s largest pharmacy retailer CVS will occupy a 9,000-square-foot space at The Wharf.
Earlier this year, The Wharf announced the first round of restaurant concepts: (more…)