475 H Street, NW
Thanks to Eric for sending: “Looks like there’s some movement at the old Chinatown Coffee shop. The “for lease” signs were removed from the windows and there were people working on it this past weekend. I peeked in and the counter was removed. Any tips on what’s coming in?”
Chinatown Coffee closed in 2019 after 10 years here.
601 F Street, NW
When we posted about the Chipotle closing in Dupont, a couple readers responded:
“Looks like the one in Chinatown is closed too. Not sure if it’s permanent or not.”
“Chipotle in Gallery Place is now closed down from what I’m hearing”
The Gallery Place/Chinatown location is still listed on their website but closed all days. Ed. Note: Gotta give respect for keeping the name Chiptole MCI – some old school respect!! Updates as we learn more.
via google maps
From MPD:
“First District Patrol and Detectives are currently investigating a shooting at 7th and I Streets NW.
An adult male was shot and has been transported to an area hospital for treatment.
The scene is secure and there is no immediate threat. Expect to see marked police units in the area for the next several hours.
If you have information about this incident, please telephone the Command Information Center at 202-727- 9099 or text your information to 50411”
675 I Street, NW
From a press release:
“Today, chef Matt Baker announces that his Baker’s Daughter café and market will expand with a second location to open in Washington, D.C.’s Chinatown neighborhood later this winter. The all-day storefront offering prepared foods, coffee, pastries, and weekly meal kits will open at 675 I Street NW. Though primarily focused on carryout and delivery, the 600-square-foot space will offer a handful of patio seats in warm weather months. (more…)
737 7th Street, NW via Urban Outfitters
Thanks to ‘things’ for the heads up: “wtfff why is everything in Chinatown closing?”
A call to Urban Outfitters confirms that the Chinatown closing is indeed permanent. They do note that the one in Georgetown (3111 M Street, NW) remains open.
650 F Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I was wondering if you or anyone in the community knows what happened to BYNDfit that was supposed to open in Chinatown in March but obviously was delayed due to COVID. Their social media is dark but was curious if they are still in business or ever planning to open. They have a prime location and it was supposed to be super cool.”
Ed. Note: Given the current phase two status they very well could just be waiting until things improve.
Update from BYNDfit:
“The BYNDfit team delayed our launch indefinitely in March when the pandemic began its first surge in the region, while also remaining watchful to all COVID-related updates from the Mayor’s office. We’ve always been hopeful that the scientific community would be able to create a vaccine at a record pace, and it turns out our faith was well placed in these heroes. With light at the end of the tunnel, we would be foolish to jeopardize anybody’s health (either that of our members or staff) in an effort to rush our grand opening.
We’ve always prioritized health and safety above all else and will continue to have this be our guiding ethos during this time.
We can’t give an exact date of when we will open our doors, but our plans are steadfast to launch BYNDfit sometime in 2021 and we hope (like the rest of the world is hoping) the future will be brighter for everyone with regards to COVID.
All the best,
The BYNDfit Team”
614 H Street, NW
Back in September we learned that Kura revolving sushi was coming to Chinatown. Check out their menu here.
“All Sushi plates $2.95 Each”
Behold the revolution*: (more…)
As many long time readers are aware, every weekend I take a pretty big walkabout around town to take photos, follow up on tips and what not. Since March it has been, mostly, a very depressing endeavor for obvious reasons. Recently, there is one place that is regularly packed in front of Capital One Arena. Not sure if you can tell from the photo above but that entire space below the Cap Arena sign is a huge line of people. Why? (more…)
lower level 501 G Street, NW
From Free State:
“With heavy hearts we will be closing for the winter 11/7. Please help us and our staff by ordering online and visiting the patio in the next 2 weeks.”
Thanks to Ammie for sending: “Just voted at capital one arena. No wait time. They are giving out masks in addition to the I voted sticker.”