713 H Street, NW
Whoa, another end of an era. This original Matchbox opened back in 2003. But fear not, Matchbox will be opening a new spot a few blocks away in Penn Quarter soon. Ed. Note: Last week we also learned about a new Matchbox coming to Cathedral Heights. (more…)
Photo by Joint Gifts
JG reported last night:
“Oops! Trolley over the sidewalk and up someone’s front steps at 6th and I Street, NW. Anyone see what happened? It was like this when I walked past at 11:30 pm.”
825 7th Street, NW. Photo by DJ Big Mike
A couple weeks ago we knew the end was nigh. And nigh is now. Thanks to DJ Big Mike for letting us know.
Hooters was listed for lease back in September 2017. STAY TUNED for more info when we learn what becomes of the space. (more…)
Thanks to Craig for sending from Equinox coming to Mount Vernon Square/Chinatown:
“Dedicated to the art, science and style of living well, the Equinox fitness clubs in Washington are transforming the experience of gyms in the DC-area. With soothing spas, exclusive boutiques and innovative classes that test your limits, these health and wellness sanctuaries deliver a holistic approach to looking and feeling your best. Truly, Equinox represents the Washington, DC fitness experience at its finest.”
Ed. Note: You can see all your favorite gyms here.
17degreesdc reports to us yesterday from the Hooters in Chinatown:
“Didn’t stop to ask if it was temporary or permanent. Might mean something but not sure what exactly.” (more…)
Northeast corner of 7th and E right above Bakers and Baristas
Yikes. Thanks to Teal for sending from Penn Quarter/Chinatown:
“This past Saturday I saw a building that was falling apart! Part of it fell into the sidewalk and there were tons of emergency responders. Do you know anything about it?”
I feel like a saw a couple tweets about this but can’t find them know. Anyone know who they stabilized this? Is the sidewalk blocked off underneath?
Photo REY LOPEZ
From a press release:
“Beginning on Friday, May 3rd, Japanese chicken-centric eatery Bantam King (501 G St NW) based in Chinatown just around the corner from older culinary sibling Daikaya, will be re-opening its popular seasonal ‘Walk-Up Window’. The Walk-Up Window will feature a creative new line-up of sweet and savory soft serve options from Chef Katsuya Fukushima and team just in time to welcome spring and surging temperatures.
Open to the public during Bantam King’s regular business hours (Sunday – Thursday 11:30AM -10:00PM, Friday – Saturday 11:30AM-11:00PM), the ‘Walk-Up Window’ will serve an assortment of rotating sweet and savory soft serve options including: Fried Chicken Drumette in Vanilla Soft Serve with Ichimi Honey ($5.50), and Vanilla Soft Serve with Chicken Caramel and Peanuts ($4), just to highlight a few. Mochi will also be available (2 Pieces for $5), and Purin – Japanese Caramel Custard Pudding ($2.50). (more…)
A reader in this morning’s rant/revel writes:
“?: I saw something that looked like snow out of the window of my office building. My coworkers and i were shocked. Snow in May? I doubt it. I think something exploded and sent white debris to the grown but it looks crazy in any case.”
What the – thanks to Shelley for sending:
“seems as if multiple washing machines exploded on a rooftop in Chinatown this morning. Soapsuds/snowflakes are flying around everywhere. Any idea what’s going on?” (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“MPD units were advised of a victim that walked into the hospital and then reported being shot in the area of 500 G Street NW. The Victim advised that after leaving a nearby bar, he became involved in an argument with other persons that had been in the same bar. The verbal argument turned physical and the victim states that one of the males then shot him in the hip. (more…)
6th and G Street, NW
From WMATA:
” Metro today announced that it is offering its downtown DC headquarters site – home to the Jackson Graham Building – for development under a long-term ground lease. The offering is extremely rare in the DC real estate market, both in terms of location and size and represents a prime opportunity to re-develop the site for future high-density office, residential, hotel or mixed-use development. The 1.1-acre (48,401 square foot) site spans an entire city block and is located in the heart of the city’s Gallery Place retail and entertainment district, across the street from the Capital One Arena and the National Building Museum, and within a one-block walk to Gallery Place and Judiciary Square stations, providing convenient access to the Red, Green, and Yellow lines.
Renderings by Perkins & Hill via WMATA
Because Metro would retain ownership of the property under a long-term lease, any development would have the potential to generate sustained revenue for Metro to support bus and rail operations, help keep fares affordable, and contribute to the transit agency’s long-term financial stability. (more…)