Huge followup to the news that Firehook will be closing July 30th. Well this could be a huge score for nearby Italian restaurant Al Volo at 3417 Connecticut Ave, NW. Thanks to ANC Commissioner Beau Finley for passing on this letter the landlords. Looks like huge things are in the works: (more…)
3321 Connecticut Ave, NW
When we spoke about Firehook’s coming in closure in Cleveland Park (it still stings) lots of folks emailed me that Coppi’s had closed/was closing too. While still sad, word on the street is that this closure may have happened with or without the virus. Again, still sad and a bummer to see another vacant space on the strip. (more…)
Earlier this morning when we posted about the coming closure of Firehook in Cleveland Park – a historical video gem emerged of the previous tenant (which is why they had such a great back patio.) Thanks to Justin Rood for passing on this extraordinary video found on Youtube about Roma from 1997:
“The last year in the life of the Roma, a legendary restaurant in Washington, DC that was a Cleveland Park staple from 1932 to its closing auction in 1997, along with adjoining tavern Poor Roberts. Posted in memory of owner Bobby Abbo.
Edited by Mark Ruppert
Produced by Jeff Krulik
at Bedrock Productions”
This is devastating for the neighborhood, especially following the recent closure of the Uptown movie theater across the street. This Firehook had been open here since 1997. Not much to add beyond beyond Roric’s initial report: “Nooooooooooo”
3411 Connecticut Ave, NW
Firehook’s announcement: (more…)
3331 Connecticut Ave, NW
On the heels of the Burgundy and Gold likely changing their name after mounting pressure…
Thanks to Maddox for sending the update on Tobacco Palace DC‘s opening in Cleveland Park:
“I was indifferent to the business but now they’ve unveiled an ACTUAL CIGAR STORE INDIAN in the front window. Can we NOT?”
This is the former Artisan lamp space that closed after 35 years back in 2017.
3420 Connecticut Ave, NW via Tino’s Pizzeria
Thanks to Hayley for passing on from Tino’s Pizzeria in Cleveland Park:
“Who’s been missing the Movies??? We’ve got exciting news! We will be hosting our first ever MOVIE NIGHT ON THE PATIO this week on Wednesday and on Friday! The featured movie will be “What About Bob” — a summer classic! Movie starts at 8:30-get there early to grab the best spot!” (more…)
Thanks to Scott for sending the photo above at 4:10pm.
The start was at UDC a little earlier: (more…)
3715 Macomb Street, NW just off Wisconsin Ave
From an email:
“2Amys has come to a difficult decision: barring some kind of miracle, we plan to remain open for carry-out only for the rest of 2020.
We have spent much time trying to figure out how to stay safe in our kitchen while also being able to cook for our customers. After attending numerous Zoom conferences and reading up on various best practices, we have decided this is the safest and best way forward for us. (more…)
From the DC Public Library:
“Library customers will soon be able to borrow and return physical items from the DC Public Library. On May 29, take-out service will be offered at the Anacostia and Cleveland Park libraries as part of Mayor Bowser’s plan to reopen the District.
Because the District’s Public Health Emergency remains in effect, Library service will be restored in phases. This approach allows the Library to ensure the safety of customers and staff and to begin replenishing its physical collection. (more…)
3331 Connecticut Ave, NW
This is the former Artisan lamp space that closed after 35 years back in 2017. (more…)