Back in mid-August we learned that Dogs by Day and Green Pets would be moving from the 1700 block of 14th St, NW.
This past weekend I walked by the new location of Planet Pet. I was surprised to see that it shares space with that huge parking garage. Glad to see they found a new home though.
I just noticed that Color Me Mine closed up at 2439 18th St NW. Their Web site says:
“Color Me Mine closed its doors on Saturday, August 8th. We thank you for sharing so many memories with us!
Thank you again for supporting Color Me Mine! You can continue to paint your own pottery in Silver Spring, located at 823 Ellsworth Drive, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910. For more information, please visit www.silverspring.colormemine.com/.”
And another salon is coming to 3114 Mt. Pleasant St, NW.
Despite all the awesome crafts at crafty bastards my favorite part is always the breakdancing. It didn’t disappoint this year either. Anyone else catch the breakdancing? I can’t believe how crowded the festival has gotten. Do you think they need to expand next year or is the size right?
From Facebook:
“Cleveland Park (Connecticut Ave between Porter and Macomb St)
Saturday, October 2 · 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Enjoy the moon bounces and dunking booth
Listen to great music
Sample delicious food
Meet McGruff the Crime Dog
Take Fire Truck tours
Check out the discounts and specials at participating shops and restaurants
Meet President and Mrs. Grover Cleveland
Clowns, magic tricks, balloons and more!
People can leisurely stroll on Connecticut Avenue between Macomb Street and Porter Street between 1:00 and 5:00 since the service road will be closed to traffic.”
From Facebook:
“Crafty Bastards Arts and Craft Fair
Sat. Oct. 2, 2010
Adams Morgan 18th & Wyoming (Marie Reed)
Now in its 7th year, Crafty Bastards(sm) Arts & Crafts Fair is an exhibition and sale of handmade alternative arts and crafts from independent artists presented by the Washington City Paper. The fair is all-day, outdoors, free to attend, and will offer goods for sale, food, entertainment, prizes, and more! Crafty Bastards will take place Saturday, October 2, 2010 in Washington, DC.”
Here’s a quick look from last year.
This rental is located at 1629 Columbia Rd, NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Studio Dream Space!
Hardwood and Stainless appliances
Soaring Ceilings with large dressing room
All new appliances and views of 16th Street
All utilities included in the rent
Sorry, No Dogs”
Does $1399 sound reasonable for a studio at this location?
Saki is located at 2477 18th St, NW. I noticed the sign (above) announcing the expanded menu and realized that we’ve never discussed them before. I guess I always thought they were more of a lounge than a restaurant. But some yelp reviews say the sushi is really good. Any fans of Saki as a restaurant spot?
Well, this is certainly a bit disappointing. I won’t say I had super high hopes for this building but I def. had medium hopes…
What do you guys think – anyway it can be salvaged? I wonder how they were able to get the curb cut?
This rental is located at 17th and Kalorama Rd, NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“One bedroom FURNISHED condo next to Harris Teeter. Private deck! Available immediately. One year lease.”
Short and sweet. So does $1950 sound reasonable for a one bedroom with a deck next to a Harris Teeter?
Twitter was a buzz this morning with word that Amsterdam Falafel, located at 2425 18th Street NW, was looking to franchise. TopShelfWBJ’s Missy Frederick was first to break the news. Amersterdam Falafel gives the following reasons to open a franchise:
* Flagship in Washington DC has received wide acclaim from the press and customers
* Simple menu reduces operational complexity found in other burger and Tex-Mex competitors
* Low cost of goods from chickpeas as the main ingredient (not expensive chicken or beef, and not subject to the commodity price fluctuations)
* Very affordable menu pricing (particularly beneficial in today’s economic climate)
* Appeal of falafel sandwich is becoming universal, driven by the influx of tourists from Europe and the Middle East, not to mention the many U.S. servicemen and women who became big fans of falafel during their tours
* Offering reflects customers’ growing demand for healthy eating
If you want to open one up, you can learn how here.
We discussed best falafel in the city here.
Back in March we learned that Oya’s Mini Bazaar and African Art located at 2420 18th St NW had moved to 2600 block of Connecticut Ave, NW. A reader recently spotted a DCRA sign for demo under the name of “Bistro 18”. I was able to learn that the space is going to become a “Tryst” type spot (coffee house, sandwiches, etc…) with low sofas and lots of gathering space. The new owners have already purchased a liquor license. There wasn’t a kitchen previously so they will have to build out a whole new kitchen and remodel the inside so it is likely going to take a number of months before they open up. I’ll be sure to update as progress is made.
Do you think 18th St, NW in Adams Morgan has room for another Tryst type spot?
