We learned back in Feb. ’11 that the old Sushi Sushi restaurant would become Bistro Le Zinc at
3714 Macomb St, NW. Unfortunately their Web site doesn’t really have much info. Anyone check them out yet? Any must order items?
Cleveland Park
This may take a little sting out of yesterday’s post that Java Green is for sale. Hawthorne Homemade Organic Juice Bar & Market will be located in the former River House space at 3706 Macomb St, NW. Their Web site says:
“Raw-Live Cuisine, Grab-n-Go Prepared Foods, Seasonal Cleanses, Fair Trade Coffee & Tea Infusions Local, Organic & Seasonal Produce
Our Organic Juice Bar features a delicious menu of seasonal vegetable juice cocktails, green smoothies, tea infusions, fair trade coffee, raw wraps, dehydrated chips & crackers, soups, salads, wholesome meals & raw desserts.
We work with local farmers to secure the freshest produce and we always use local, organic & seasonal ingredients whenever possible. In addition, we grow our own wheatgrass, baby greens, sprouts, and medicinal herbs that flavor and enhance our nutritious foods.
Our health supportive chef prepares both live and lightly cooked foods and follows the philosophy of using food as medicine and medicine as food. Dishes are designed with food combining in mind to optimize the digestive tract’s ability to nourish and cleanse the body naturally.
Combining living foods with proper rest, physical activity, and a positive attitude, allows one to strengthen the mind, body & spirit.
Our ”no frills” Eco Market offers fine foods for local residents. We support and feature merchandise from local artisans, farmers and vendors.
We offer farm fresh organic produce, freshly baked bread, a variety of olives, artisan cheese, raw sauerkraut, natural fresh pressed beverages, nuts, grains, aromatic flowers, handmade soaps, candles, spa products, hand-crafted items and other natural necessities.
We use biodegradable packaging and we compost our wheatgrass mats, juice pulp, paper bags, cardboard boxes and other natural waste to lighten our “carbon footprint” on the earth. Whatever we cannot compost we will recycle. Our motto: Reuse, Rethink, Recycle.
Hawthorne Homemade, our food line will make you think of nourishing foods prepared with tender loving care by “grandma” in her cozy kitchen where everyone gathered to share a heart felt meal.
Hawthorne Express: We also deliver within the neighborhood.”
Good news for Four Fields (4Ps) fans in Cleveland Park – the Guinness still flows! Back in Aug. ’11 the owner confirmed some scuttlebutt that Four Fields would be closing in Nov. at 3412 Connecticut Ave, NW in Cleveland Park. Thanks to a few readers tips I stopped in the other night and was told they’ll remain open until the end of March and then hopefully negotiate another extension. At this point it’s not clear to me if another tenant [rumored at one point to be from the Mcfadden’s ownership] still have plans to lease the space. More news as it develops.
This rental is located at 3022 Wisconsin Ave. NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Gorgeous updated 1 bedroom with fabulous location in a pet friendly community with easy parking. Features include a private fenced patio, hardwood floors, a washer/dryer in the unit, granite counters, gas cooking, walk-in closet, crown molding & great natural light. The community has a gated Dog Run & Picnic Area. The property is located across from the National Cathedral & is just 2 blocks from great amenities, including: 2 Amy’s, Cafe Deluxe, Cactus Cantina, Giant Food, Starbucks+ It is also less than 1mi. to METRO. $40 Application fee. Available for immediate Move-in. Most utilities included in rent (heat & water)! Cable-ready.”
I’ve always been curious about these buildings. $1875 sound right for this one bedroom?
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This coop is located at 3600 Connecticut Ave, NW:
The flier says:
“This is a HUGE unit in the back so nice and quite. Upgraded kit w/ granite and SS apps, warm hardwoods, separate dining room, charming entry foyer, cute bathroom, large bedroom and huge closets. Well managed coop, extra storage, bike room, new laundry rm, cats only, rental w/ permission after 1 year. Low fee $348 includes taxes. This is a must see, a real value.”
You can find more info here and photos here.
$280,000 ($348 monthly fee) sound right for this 1 bed/1bath?
Ed. Note: a unit on a higher floor is going for $349,000.
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Featured Property: 2716 Ordway St NW #6
Legal Subdivision: Forest Hills
Advertised Subdivision per Listing: Cleveland Park
Original List Price: $439,900.
List Price at Contract: $439,900.
List Date: 07/21/2011
Days on Market: 45
Settled Sales Price: $427,500.
Price per Square Foot: $455 (based on net price & factoring in adjustment for deeded parking)
Settlement Date: 09/28/2011
Seller Subsidy: $8550.
Bank Owned?: No Short Sale? No
Type Of Financing: Conventional
Original post is: here.
The listing can be seen: here. To see the photos, after opening the listing link, scroll through the arrows on the main pic.
I’ve done a lot of comparison between close in parts of northwest DC, and plenty of comparisons between NW and The Hill. In this case, here’s a chance to compare “Close in” versus “Upper Northwest”.
I always love showing condos and co-ops in Upper Northwest because that’s where a good concentration of the buildings in James Goode’s classic Best Addresses are located. It’s fun to know the history behind many of the properties. Goode does not specifically profile this now condo/former apartment building on Ordway that was built in 1944, but he does write about “Tightening the Belt” and the effects of government expansion. He explains that, “The most prolific period in the development of garden apartments occurred between 1935 and 1945. During the Depression and war years, garden apartments were considered a practical alternative for the middle class.”
Continues after the jump. (more…)
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This house is located at 3615 Macomb St, NW:
The flier says:
“Lovingly landscaped secrect garden oasis – The hidden half acre in the heart of Cleveland Park. This secluded craftsman style bungalow featrures six, bedrooms, five full and one half baths, a detached garage, and a tea house. Meticulously maintained and carefully updated, this home is a tru piece of art.”
You can find more info here and a mouse on house tour here.
Wow, this is one of my favorite houses in the city. Can’t believe I finally got to see what it looks like on the inside. This 6 bed/5.5 bath is going for $2,493,615.
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Medium Rare opened up in the old Yanni’s space at 3500 Connecticut Ave, NW back in March ’11. Right after they opened one reader was a big fan. But now that they’ve been open a while – it’s time for a proper judging. You can see their menu here. Any fans?
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Old Sabores space located next to Dino at 3435B Connecticut Ave. NW
“Dear PoP,
Rumor has it that Dupont bar St. Arnold is moving biergarten operations in. Can PoP confirm? The thought of having such an establishment just steps from my door is fundamentally titillating.”
Ever since Sabores closed back in June ’11 folks have been wondering who’ll be moving in. I’m happy to say that I’ve confirmed with the folks at St. Arnold’s Belgian Restaurant that they’ve signed of a lease not only for the old Sabores space but also for the old Club Soda space located downstairs (on the other side of Dino.) This will be there 2nd location as they are keeping their Dupont location on Jefferson St, NW which opened back in Dec. ’10.
The former Sabores space will be more of a restaurant feel and the space downstairs will be more of a pub feel. Additionally the downstairs space will have lots of tvs to watch sports. The hope is that the former Sabores space will open up in November and the downstairs space hopes to open shortly thereafter.
Former Uptown Tavern/Club Soda space to the south of Dino
You can see St. Arnold’s Food menu here and their beer list here.
All in all, I think this is pretty great news for Cleveland Park.
St. Arnold’s current Dupont location at 1827 Jefferson Place, NW
This looks like it could be another great (not so) hidden gem. Their Web site says:
“The Tregaron Conservancy is a nonprofit organization founded in January 2006. As the property steward of thirteen acres of recently protected and donated land, the Tregaron Conservancy is restoring and maintaining an important historic landmark.
The twenty acre estate Tregaron lies between Cleveland Park and Woodley Park and borders on a small strip of Rock Creek Park. This land was once part of a larger estate known as Twin Oaks.”
The mission of the Tregaron Conservancy is to preserve, rehabilitate and maintain historic Tregaron Estate built in 1912. With thirteen acres of land in Washington, DC, placed into a conservancy as open green space never to be developed, the Tregaron Conservancy is now cleaning up and stabilizing the deteriorated landscape. The Conservancy is restoring this famous property, following the original maps and plans of Tregaron Estate’s renowned landscape architect Ellen Biddle Shipman. With the help of the community and generous supporters, we have rehabilitated the extensive bridle paths and pedestrian trials. We have planted over 50 new trees and 2000 daffodils. With miles of paths throughout the woodlands, lily ponds, gardens, meadows and along the streams, Tregaron Estate is open to visitors for their use and enjoyment. In the future, the Tregaron Conservancy will host lectures, guided walks, and cultural events – welcome to the public and at no charge.
The view above is from Macomb St, NW just west of Connecticut Ave, next to the Washington International School.
Has anyone done a tour of the property?
