418 Morse Street, NE courtesy Van Leeuwen
From a press release:
“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the cult-favorite brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan flavors, is pleased to announce the opening of its first Washington, D.C. scoop shop at 418 Morse St NE. Located within D.C.’s vibrant Union Market neighborhood, this outpost is the first of three Van Leeuwen stores slated to open in the Nation’s Capital over the coming months. (more…)
1229 Wisconsin Ave, NW
The Apple store in Georgetown was closed for a while in November/December.
Their website just says: “Temporarily Closed”
Not sure what this closure is about now but stay tuned.
1010 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Thanks to DB and Jared for sending: “a franchise of the Peach Cobbler Factory is opening on 11th Street NW in a former Subway space.”
Peach Cobbler Factory’s website says:
“The Peach Cobbler Factory is a place where people come to enjoy delicious cobblers with ice cream, banana puddings, cinnamon rolls, Pudd-N Shakes, our Sweet Peachy Tea, and Cold Rush cold-brewed coffee. We are constantly adding new items that our customers love including our newest addition, the Bigger & Better Cookie – available in 11 delicious flavors!”
Stay tuned for an opening date.
3103 14th Street, NW
D’Vines opened up in Columbia Heights way back in 2008.
Ed. Note: Their phone number listed is now disconnected.
“Dear PoPville,
Went to D’Vines last Tuesday and the shelves were pretty bare. The clerk said they were closing last Thursday, but didn’t know anything more. Their website says nothing.” (more…)
1830 Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to S. for passing on the sad news from 1830 DC Vintage:
“Hello Vintage lovers! Without too much melodrama, we have decided to close the shop. (more…)
418 Morse Street, NE
From an email:
“Grand opening will be on Thursday, March 23rd. Van Leeuwen will be offering $1 scoops to celebrate the grand opening between 12:00pm and 4:00pm.” (more…)
1314 21st Street, NW
Thanks to J. for sending the latest on Ching Ching Cha’s move from Georgetown to Dupont:
“Signage sort of up and it’s on google maps (more…)
2617 P Street, NW
The liquor license placard for Streets Market says:
“A new Retailer’s Class “B” Full-Service Grocery Store with a Tasting Permit Endorsement.”
Stay tuned.
1601 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Just walked by the Glosslab on Connecticut Ave NW in Dupont, and they have the windows papered up, and no signs of action inside. Weird, since they just opened this location a few months ago. And I believe they closed temporarily last month due to a health code violation. Renovating? Or closed for good?”
1525 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Via Umbria was a “Family owned Italian restaurant, market, and event space in Historic Georgetown.”
Via Umbria opened here back in 2015. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.