11th and K Street, NW
This property was nominated for a horse’s ass award back in 2010. What a stunning revival:
Standby for the Moxy Hotel: (more…)
15th and L Street, NW
Thanks to Mark and Trent for sending:
“Signage up for Blue Bottle Coffee at Midtown Center”
This is the old Washington Post headquarters. Blue Bottle currently has D.C. locations in SW Waterfront, Logan Circle, Georgetown, Union Market and Union Station.
900 16th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Mirabelle, the 130-seat restaurant at located at 900 16th Street, NW, steps from the White House, announced an entirely new culinary team in late July. The restaurant unveiled a tempting new menu for its re-opening on August 7, for lunch and dinner service. General Manager and Beverage Director Jennifer Knowles returns to Mirabelle bringing with her a distinguished team, including recently appointed Executive Chef Keith Bombaugh, formally the chef de cuisine at Boston’s Meritage. Mirabelle’s reopening menu is designed to emulate the shared memories of Bombaugh and Knowles’ experiences growing up on the South Shore of Boston, their strong connection to the Mid-Atlantic and experiences beyond the region. Mirabelle will feature a pastry trolley that showcases various large-format traditional French pastries created by newly appointed Pastry Chef Zoe Ezrailson and her pastry team. (more…)
1823 L Street, NW
Pisco Y Nazca Gastro Bar is coming to the former Mackey’s space on L Street.
Their website for a Florida location says:
“Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar adds a modern twist to traditional Peruvian cuisine. Inspired by Peru’s top ceviche eateries, this new Miami restaurant serves up bold-flavored dishes, unique cocktails and a vast selection of local and international beers.”
Check out their menu too.
Stay tuned for an exact opening date.
Back in late July we posted some scuttlebutt about Zeke’s taking over the former Pleasant Pops space downtown. Thanks to Heidi for sending us the confirmation:
Photo from Mount Pleasant Street and Lamont by Jon Whitmore
From MPD:
“On August 14, 2018 – The Fourth District units responded to a shooting in the 3200 block Mount Pleasant Street, NW at 8:45 pm
2 victims were located – both suffering from a gunshot wound
The victims were transported to a medical facility.
The is an on-going investigation, anyone with information is asked to call 202 727-9099.”
Photo near Lamont Plaza by Chris Quintana
:MPD is on the scene of a shooting in the 1200 block of Massachusetts Ave NW Lookout for B/M black hat turned backwards and black pants, Car fleeing the scene was Silver in color with Tennessee tags possible a Toyota Forerunner.
— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) August 14, 2018
From MPD around 7:45pm:
“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting that occurred near the 1200 block of M Street, NW. An adult victim suffered a single gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Should you have any information that can help the investigation please call our Command Information Center at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.”
Thanks to Sara for passing on from MINT:
“After an amazing 8 years, we will close the doors of our downtown location [1001 16th St, NW] on Tuesday, August 28th, 2018. But don’t sweat (at least not until you’re taking a MINT Box class), we have two awesome locations, MINT Dupont and MINT Manhattan Laundry. While the building’s owner decided to lease the space to a corporate chain, we’re thankful for all the memories we’ve shared at this location. That being said, we will continue to be your neighborhood gym providing more class, and less drama.”
Any guesses on who the corporate chain is?
1099 New York Avenue, NW
Chef Fabio Trabocchi opened Casa Luca in the former Againn space back in July 2013. Sfoglina opened in Van Ness at 4465 Connecticut Ave, NW back in December 2016. They were awarded a Bib Gourmands from Michelin in 2017.
From Casa Luca’s Facebook page August 5th:
“Thank you to everyone who visited us yesterday during our last day of service as Casa Luca. These past few years in the community have been an honor and we have always thought of our guests as family, which is why we are so lucky to have served you and hosted so many special occasions in our restaurant. We will be closed for minor renovations over the next few days, but we are excited to open the doors to our newest location of Sfoglina Pasta House on August 9th. (more…)
1716 I Street, NW
Gah! Thanks to Barred in DC (again) for hooking us up. From Bottom Line:
“Bottom Line is Closed this week due to a fire at the nightclub Eden above us. We will reopen soon. Thanks for all your support.”
731 15th Street, NW in 2015
Thanks to Sandy for sending:
“Is @ZekesCoffeeDC coming to the newly vacant downtown @pleasantpops space?!?!?!?!?! Can @PoPville find out???”
Sounds very likely – anyone know for sure?
#downtown #dc #fueledbyzekes pic.twitter.com/0yR3sHPz0y
— Zeke's Coffee DC (@ZekesCoffeeDC) July 31, 2018
