1864 Columbia Road, NW
As late December has come and gone and many, many folks have inquired what’s up with the Streets Market coming to the former Metro K space. The folks from Streets Market tell me they are now on track for: “a late Jan / early Feb opening. Almost done on the inside.”
We should have a firmer date in the next couple of weeks. STAY TUNED.
Ed. Note: See our discussion on D.C.’s best bookstores here.
Thanks to Josh for the heads up. Lost City Books (previously home to Idle Time Books) writes:
“We’re boxing up and saying bye to the books as we get ready for our remodel. Come and see us and our new shelves on February 3rd. Until then, happy reading!” (more…)
This rental is located at 2110 19th Street, NW near Califonia St. The Craigslist ad says:
“$3295 / 2br – 850ft2 – Top Floor Corner Two Bedroom, Two Bath with View of the US Capitol ! (more…)
1652 Columbia Rd, NW
Avi tells us: “not sure if you already know this, but just confirmed with some Federalist Pig staff that they’re expanding next door. The guy I spoke to said they’re moving forward with it, but didn’t have an exact timeline yet. Seems like our rib tip dreams are coming true.”
Back when Cricket closed next door in October, a reader wrote: “Perhaps an expansion is in their future?” I was skeptical but shared the famous James Allen quote – “Dreams are the seedlings of realities.” Indeed. (more…)
2479 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Jenna (and all) who sent word about Ramenville Adams Morgan getting a new Ramen shop. Isshin Ramen just opened in October and now has more company (not to mention the relatively old school Sakuramen (and don’t forget soba noodles and lots more are coming down the block too.) Akira Ramen & Izakaya has soft opened (already?) in the former North Sea space, which closed over the summer. You can see a menu for the Rockville location of Akira Ramen & Izakaya restaurant here.
2439 18th Street, NW
A couple of weeks ago we noted that they were looking ready to roll in the former Outrage/Violet Boutique space. And roll they shall. From their IG: (more…)
This rental is located at 1660 Lanier Place, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1399 / 430ft2 – Ceiling fans, Ceramic tile flooring, Three blocks to metro bus (Dupont Circle Columbia Heights Adams Morgan) (more…)
1777 Columbia Road, NW
Back in October we learned that a “brand new restaurant concept from the owners of Tail Up Goat” is coming to the ground floor space at 1777 Columbia Road NW. Thanks to Marty for sending:
“It’s opening for the public on New Year’s Eve–reservations now available.”
Check out their menu here.
1831 Columbia Road, NW
is the same thing I ate last year. What can I say, I’m a creature of habit – though I did also have a top notch meal at Tail Up Goat this year. Anyway back to this year’s honor – the Bronx Pastrami sandwich reins supreme again – congratulations to So’s Your Mom once again. Forever and always.
What’s the best thing you guys ate this year?
This rental is located at 2901 18th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1649 / 1br – 710ft2 – Shopping, Dining &Entertainment Within Steps & Easy access to downtown (more…)