
707 7th Street, NW
Thanks to Cait for sending: “another retail closing, Loft in Chinatown. Next Wednesday is their last day.”
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.

707 7th Street, NW
Thanks to Cait for sending: “another retail closing, Loft in Chinatown. Next Wednesday is their last day.”
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.

1807 14th Street, NW photo by Oswald T. Berbur
Oswald writes: “can report that the Amazon Pop Up store featured 20 December, opened for business yesterday. Current focus: workout-related equipment. According to the store staff, this will change in 2-3 weeks.”
Ed. Note: This space was previously home to Home Rule which closed in 2019.
JE sends a peek in the door: (more…)

inside 9th and N Street, NW photo by Ryan Marsan
Thanks to Ryan for sending: “The newly remodeled @UnionKitchenDC at 9th and N looks amazing!! A semi-hidden gem in the city” (more…)

300 Tingey Street, SE
Thanks to zach for sharing the news about Unleashed by Petco: “sad news for Taco (last day 1/28)”

Irving and Warder Street, NW
Thanks to Cait for passing on the announcement from Aurora Market:
“Grand Opening: January 15, 2022
Aurora Market is a locally owned and operated small business that offers consumers access to daily essentials, fresh food, sweet and savory pastries, and specialty coffee. (more…)

photo by LaTur
From a press release:
“Officials from Hoffman-Madison Waterfront (HMW), developer of The Wharf, the $3.6 billion, mile-long waterfront neighborhood in Southwest DC, today announced the much-anticipated preliminary line-up of retail businesses and restaurants joining The Wharf when completion of the waterfront is celebrated on October 12, 2022.
Following more than a decade of planning and development, and four years of operation, The Wharf will be substantially completed by October 12, 2022–five years from the date The Wharf opened its first phase.
The businesses joining The Wharf’s curated retail and restaurant mix include:
Philippe Chow (7,373 sf located at 635 Wharf Street adjacent to The Green on the street level of Amaris): An iconic New York City restaurant for almost two decades, Philippe Chow has become a staple for Manhattan – including athletes, musicians, and movie stars – who crave Chef Chow’s spin on traditional Chinese cuisine with results that are modern, flavorful, and theatrical. Chef Chow’s world-renowned menu of Beijing-style dishes has pioneered the way for elevated Chinese cuisine in the US, cementing his influence in NYC’s culinary scene and nightlife. In Fall 2022, Philippe Chow plans to open in DC at The Wharf, which will feature a remarkable covered patio area adjacent to The Green with sweeping waterfront views of the Potomac River. The restaurant – which will seat 270 total (75 outdoor, 175 indoor and 20 bar seats).
Lucky Buns (2,679 sf located at 675 Wharf Street on the waterfront): Chef Alex McCoy brings the popular DMV burger spot to SW–his fourth location in the region. (more…)

Thanks to Chris for sending the beautiful sight above: “Taken at the Harris Teeter on Kalorama RD in Adams Morgan at 5pm on Tuesday, Jan. 11. Order has been restored!”
Unfortunately another Chris sends the scene from the cold & flu aisle at CVS: (more…)

1341 14th Street, NW
We’ve been monitoring the old Barrel House space since they moved next door at the end of 2015. Finally got a bit of interesting scuttlebutt – sounds like Foxtrot Market could be interested in the space. Not sure if it’s big enough for them, but if they do get it, here’s to hoping they save the barrel!
It still has the for lease sign (as does the neighboring space, Lustine Realty Co.) (more…)

9th and N Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Have you heard anything about the Union Kitchen on 9th and N St NW? I walked by yesterday (1/9) and it’s completely papered over and dark inside. I didn’t see any signage indicating a closure or remodel.
I live right around the corner and love their breakfast bar so hoping they aren’t going anywhere!”
Update from Union Kitchen: “Hi! We’re undergoing some renovations. Reopening tomorrow and excited to welcome you back!”

5335 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Yoss (and others) for sending word after we posted about the J Crew closing on F Street (also on 1/23.) (more…)