Retail

“New restaurants/retailers just announced for The Wharf’s completion (Oct. 2022)” The Nine coming:

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

Scuttlebutt Tues. Cont. – Foxtrot Market Coming?

By Prince Of Petworth


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…)

“heard anything about the Union Kitchen on 9th and N St NW?” Update: “Reopening tomorrow”

By Prince Of Petworth


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!”

“STARR Restaurant Group (STARR) will occupy the entire south bay, ground floor retail space”

By Prince Of Petworth


1255 Union Street, NE photo by Jenn Verrier Photography

From a press release:

“Carr Properties, a leading owner, operator, developer, and acquiror of high-quality commercial properties in the Washington, D.C., Boston and Austin markets, announced today four new leases at its Signal House development in the Union Market District of Washington, D.C. The leases, which total approximately 135,000 square feet and include three office customers, TikTok, NeighborWorks and Industrious, and one retail customer, STARR Restaurant Group, bring the project to nearly 60% leased.

TikTok will occupy the second and third floors, as well as a portion of the ground floor of the building. NeighborWorks will occupy the fifth and sixth floors. Industrious will operate their flexible office concept on the seventh floor.

STARR Restaurant Group (STARR) will occupy the entire south bay, ground floor retail space, which opens to a spacious patio alongside Morse Street. STARR anticipates opening in the first quarter of 2023. STARR is revered and highly rewarded for its visionary and creative multi-concept restaurants, located in Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York, Florida, and Paris. Stephen Starr, the owner, has solidified a name for himself in the District with restaurants Le Diplomat on 14th Street and St. Anselm, also located in the Union Market District. (more…)

What the fresh hell is this?

By Prince Of Petworth


1807 14th Street, NW

Thanks to Oswald for sharing: “Today’s first photo finds a new sign being put up this morning on the 14th St. space once occupied by Home Rule. Not sure what Amazon may be popping up here; presumably not the “Fresh” stuff it sells one-half block south.”

“Kramers Debuts Brand New Bar and Design”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos courtesy Kramers

From a press release:

“Kramers (1517 Connecticut Ave, NW), the first bookstore-cafe hybrid in Washington DC known for its convivial atmosphere, robust book collection and approachable food & beverage menu, just got bigger and better with a delightfully unexpected bookstore pairing– a new bar refresh and expansion. The 970 square foot space, which previously served as the travel and kids books section as well as a storage space for old books, brings opportunity for even more community-driven Kramers experiences– from cocktail tastings to social events to date nights. (more…)

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