Rough news from Rose Ave (2633 Connecticut Ave, NW):

“As you know, Rosebuds, we were extremely excited about reopening today to serve you all. However, when our bakers arrived at 2AM this morning – our bakery has, yet again, been flooded. We suspect it may be due to a water pipe bursting in the walls, making it impossible to operate. Until it is resolved it is unsafe for our staff and guests. Hopefully, (more…)



1025 F Street, NW

Full release from Barnes & Noble:

“Barnes & Noble is pleased to announce the opening of its newest Washington, D.C. bookstore on Wednesday, January 21st.

The new Barnes & Noble will offer over 15,000 square feet of books, toys, games, magazines, gift items and more. The new multilevel Barnes & Noble is located at 1025 F Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20004, in the historic Woodward & Lothrop building. This new downtown Barnes & Noble is less than a mile from The White House, National Mall, several Smithsonian Museums, and is just a stone’s throw away from the Petersen House where President Lincoln spent his last days.

The bookseller’s return to downtown D.C. comes (more…)



1427 P Street, NW

Ed. Note: Commissary closed on P Street back in July 2024, “Miami Vibes” still coming and Logan Tavern closed on P Street in October 2025. And of course PLANTA Cocina P Street closed in early September 2025.

Bluemercury opened here in the former Pacers store back in 2015.

Thanks to Chaya and R. for sharing news about Bluemercury closing:

“The Bluemercury on P Street is closing Saturday. The lovely ladies in the store told me that as their packing stuff up” (more…)


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