Retail

“Matt Barry, who led Tysons Corner Center for the last four years, will be overseeing a new effort to revitalize Union Station as its new General Manager”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“Matt Barry, who led Tysons Corner Center for the last four years, will be overseeing a new effort to revitalize Union Station as its new General Manager, Rexmark announced today. Tysons Corner is the nation’s premier mixed-use property, including a shopping center with more than 300 retailers and 2 million square feet, a hotel, office buildings, and apartments.

Barry’s arrival comes as Union Station is already seeing an upswing. Foot traffic has increased by 177% year to date, and the station will soon be announcing plans to reopen numerous retail locations in addition to new leasing — the first since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. (more…)

Insomnia Cookies Opening Two New Spots in Shaw and Penn Quarter

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Insomnia Cookies

From a press release:

“Insomnia Cookies, the beloved cult brand known for serving warm cookies, ice cream, and more sweets all day and late into the night, is set to open its newest stores in D.C.’s Shaw and Penn Quarter neighborhoods. With the Shaw location just down the street from Howard University and the Penn Quarter location conveniently nestled next to the Capitol One Arena, the two new bakeries help to solidify the brand’s mark on the city as the 4th and 5th Insomnia Cookies locations in D.C. (more…)

Little District Books Expands on Barracks Row

By Prince Of Petworth


737 8th Street, SE. photos courtesy of @rachelschrock.photography

From a press release:

“Little District Books, on Barrack’s Row in Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. opened in June 2022. A dream business for owner Patrick Kern, a 10-year resident of the greater Washington D.C. area.

The first six months showed us that the community was looking for a space like ours. The expansion has occurred earlier than planned. We were able to do a lot with our initial 300 sq. foot of retail, but there was also a lot we weren’t able to do. The new space will allow us to grow more with our book clubs, author events, and private events as well. (more…)

Valley Brook Tea Moved around the corner inside The Ven at Embassy Row Hotel

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I was walking in Dupont on 21st and P today (1/5) and noticed that the Valley Brook Tea shop closed! No signs and the space was cleared out. I saw that they moved to a temporary location in the Ven at Embassy Row Hotel around the corner.

I hope they survive since the shop is run by such a lovely couple and we desperately need tea places in the area!!”


2015 Massachusetts Ave, NW

From Valley Brook Tea:

“We’re moving to a temporary location inside The Ven at Embassy Row Hotel at 2015 Massachusetts Ave NW. We will reopen on this Friday, January 6th. We’ll be there for the next 2 months while we continue to figure out the future of Valley Brook Tea. (more…)

Golden Flour posts liquor license placard in Brightwood Park

By Prince Of Petworth


441 Kennedy Street, NW

The liquor license placard for Golden Flower (Flour?) says:

“New Class “C” Tavern with a Seating Capacity of 25, Total Occupancy Load of 25, and a Sidewalk Café with 10 Seats.”

From an email:

“I am expanding my offerings from only baked goods to a full service Natural, locally sourced, organic when possible bakery/cafe. I will be open daily 7a to 2p and then 5p to 9p weekdays. Saturday and Sundays, 7a to 1p. Possible brunch. All day menu will feature fresh pressed juices and smoothies, and espresso. I have TVs in the dine in area for sports watching. I am an avid sports fanatic. The grand reopening of Golden Flour is a dynamic place of community, coffee, cake, and conversation.

The space will also be available for private rental.”

You can see Golden Flour‘s bakery menu here.

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