14th and Monroe St, NW
Back in June the powers that be wanted to know who you’d like to see take over the old Ruby Tuesday space in Columbia Heights. They have chosen BBQ (which nobody requested.) Anyway Mr. T in DC tweeted me the coming soon sign Sunday morning:
I’m told that this is from a “Great family run restaurant out of Florida.”
You can see Jenkins Quality BBQ’s Florida menus here and their story here. Updates as they get closer to opening.
“Dear PoPville,
One of our bikes was stolen this past week from our locked storage shed in Columbia Heights. This is a unique bike so if you see it for sale by someone it is likely stolen.
It is a military green Montague Paratrooper folding bike and looks like this (above.) It has been slightly modified to keep the seat from sliding down when mountain biking.
Please contact teresa.crawford(at)gmail.com with tips.”
RIP x2
Ed. Note: You can see the original Chuck Brown mural here.
This is from the alley at 11th and Columbia Road, NW.
I believe this old mechanic/garage space was slated for demo so there was always an end date but still…
You can see the murals intact after the jump. (more…)
1413 Park Road, NW
A reader reports:
“I stopped by Vietnamese Chelsea at Park Rd and 14th St in Columbia Heights this weekend. They have a 20% off promotion to celebrate their grand opening. The fried spring rolls were fatter than Pho 14 and the pho beef broth was more gingery. Everything was very good. Really nice staff, too. I recommend giving it a try.”
Check out the menu after the jump. (more…)
Earlier a reader reported crime tape at 14th and Fairmont
Readers report around 7:45pm:
“One of my friends is giving statement after witnessing 4 shots fired on 11th near El Chucho. Unsure if suspects in custody or if injuries.”
and
“We were driving up 11th towards Park (over by Red Rocks) about 7:30, and heard what we thought were several gunshots and saw a couple of people running.”
and
“apparent shooting at 11 & Lamont”
11th and Lamont St, NW
From an email:
“In anticipation of our bakery, Paisley Fig, moving to the historic Heller’s Bakery in Mt Pleasant, Room 11 will close its daytime operation on December 31st, 2016.
Paisley Fig will continue its wholesale business while focusing on building the new bakery, bar & restaurant in Mt Pleasant. Paisley Fig desserts, will continue to be on Room 11’s evening menu and pastries will be available during Room 11’s weekend brunch service.
In addition, Paisley Fig products will continue to be available at Dolcezza, Cork Wine Bar, Cork Market, Qualia Coffee, Glen’s Garden Market, Each Peach Market, The Coffee Bar, Odd Provisions, and more!
Custom cakes and catering orders will still be accepted. For more information, please email Lizzy at [email protected]
Room 11 will continue to operate opening at 5pm, Monday – Friday, and 10am on Saturday and Sunday for brunch service.
Paisley Fig in Mt Pleasant will be spearheaded by baker Lizzy Evelyn and her husband, Nick Pimentel, a co-owner of Bad Saint & Room 11.
We thank you for all your support!”
3221 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
Photo by PoPville flickr user Clif Burns
From a press release:
“The Columbia Heights Initiative has been announced as the newest designee of the DC Main Streets program by the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD). Their Columbia Heights/Mount Pleasant Main Street will join eleven other DC Main Streets programs that have been accredited through DC Main Streets and the National Main Street Center, Inc. As a DC Main Street designee, Columbia Heights Initiative will implement programs and services to support the growth and development of neighborhood businesses and the revitalization of the commercial corridors of Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant. (more…)
This rental is located “steps from Meridian Hill Park”. The listing says:
“Amazing 2BR condo is steps from Meridian Hill Park and just a few minutes walk to Harris Teeter, Target and the 14th St restaurant corridor. Condo is full of amenities: in unit washer/dryer; working wood burning fireplace; exposed brick walls; gorgeous renovated kitchen with maple cabinets, new appliances, dish washer, granite counters; lots of closet/storage space. Also one of the best features is the private back yard. That’s an additional 300+ square feet with eating area, garden boxes and yard space.”
You can see more photos here.
This 2 bed/1.5 bath is going for $3,200/Mo.
“Dear PoPville,
TamalFest DC is back! Last year’s Fest was such a success, we’re doing it again in December with more Latino culture, music, fun—and definitely more tamales. Ticket sales have begun on Kickstarter.
WHEN:
Sunday, December 4, 2016 1:00 – 5:00 PM
WHERE:
Bell Multicultural High School in Columbia Heights
3101 16th St, NW
Signups now open! We’re recruiting amateur and professional chefs and cooking teams, as well as sponsors, organizing committee members, and volunteers. More info here.”
15th and Girard St, NW
“Dear PoPville,
We went to vote this afternoon at the Columbia Heights Community Center and lost our keys somewhere between the corner of Girard/15th St NW and the poll center. For anyone that can help us locate them, we owe you a six-pack of your favorite beer and our eternal gratitude.
Thank you thank you thank you.
Contact Info: Dan at dmintravel(at)gmail.com
Special Identifier: Black honda key with a second rectangular key on a boring keychain.”