13th and L Street, NW photo by Bob McCall
Thanks to Bob and Michael for sending word and photos. I think this is at least the 6th or 7th Quiznos to close in DC.
Always fun to learn who takes over the space:
Downtown
1909 K Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Look was that icelandic restaurant that opened on K Street, and within months they shut to go on some tv show for a renovation. Apparently they are now upscale Italian (although their menu is comical in every way) and basically a mega nightclub. Maybe it’s not the right question to ask, but how did they segue into the nightclub? I’d assume it’s a whole different set of permits?”
Ed. Note: I believe the Icelandic Restaurant part turned out to be a joke they played.
Look’s website says:
“Look Supper Club promises to give you an unforgettable dining experience. The unique design is just what you need to make your event shine. Look Supper Club offers sophisticated design with a touch of flair, resulting in a captivating environment, perfect for any special occasion.
LooK Supper Club’s spacious 7,000 square ft space includes dining room with seating for 200 as well as an exclusive semi private event area with dedicated bar. The contemporary layout allows small groups to feel cozy and can still accommodate standing reception space for up to 600. Look’s unique floor plan has the capability of being transformed to suit the needs of parties large or small for lunch and dinner and floor designs can be created to accommodate groups of any size.
Now that 2014 is getting under way, it’s time has to think about your next event. Nestled in the heart of the K Street Corridor, Look Supper Club has everything you want for your special occasion. Our modern design, coupled with mouth-watering cuisine and top notch service make us the ideal location for happy hour, dinner, corporate events and more!
Our venue can accommodate private events ranging from Corporate Receptions, to Formal Dinners, to Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and Office Happy Hours. We offer unlimited A/V capabilities on three 10′ x 8′ state of the art 2-way Hologram Projection Screens, wireless microphones and wireless connectivity. LOOK can accommodate seated dinners for up to 300 guests and standing receptions for up to 800 guests. Our Event Director and Executive Chef will work with you to customize the perfect experience.”
750 15th Street, NW at H Street
The eagerly anticipated Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab located at the corner of 15th and H Street, NW is nearly here. They’ll be opening Friday the 31st. I had the opportunity to get an early look and early taste – and it’s well worth the wait.
You can now see the DC dinner menu here:
In addition to the Stone Crab for which they are famous, there are tons of other options – not just fancy stuff either – there is also a delicious fried chicken and a good looking cheeseburger (photos after the jump.)
You can read about the history of Joe’s here.
And the restoration of the space is incredible, thankfully they kept all the great details. Basically the space is split up a few ways. First when you enter the main hall you’ll see a large bar (where the full menu is also served) and lots of booths. Off the bar is a seperate dining area with more table and booth seating plus a more intimate bar. Upstairs is dominated by private dining rooms. Have a look.
Lots more photos after the jump. (more…)
In Dec. we learned a lot more about GCDC the Grilled Cheese and Wine Bar coming to 1730 Pennsylvania Ave, NW near the White House (you can read the full press release here.) They are now on target to open late Feb./early March but me and a few folks were fortunate to get an early tasting. And I don’t know if it was because yesterday was 10 degrees and this is the perfect food for that weather but this was the best grilled cheese I’ve ever had. By far.
We tried 4 or 5 specialty sandwiches and since I’m not a food blogger I’m just gonna tell you the best one – Steak and Kimchi – Korean-style beef and homemade kimchi. Good lord that is an incredible sandwich. Paired with their upscale tomato soup it was just freaking delicious.
Anyway a few more details. They have a cheesemonger, Sophie Slesinger, who seriously knows her stuff. She will be curating the cheese plates with about 15 options, with one weekly rotating from Righteous Cheese out of Union Market. She speaks about cheese they way the finest sommelier speaks about wine – it’s pretty cool.
Ok some other quick details – bread is from Lyon. The sandwiches cook fast as hell in their high tech ovens (see below). Hours will be from 11am – to around 9pm to start. You can also get takeout for lunch. There will be around 9 grilled cheese options plus a make your own variety. They use 3/3.5 ounces of cheese per sandwich which is apparently a lot. Prices range from around $8-$12 for the sandwiches. There will be a Lobster grilled cheese coming too. There are also plans for a short rib one with mushrooms. There will be an egg cream.
But just remember the steak-kimchi – holy freaking cow.
Picking up the Subway and Quiznos slack?
@batboy1784 tweets us:
“Sweet lord above, looks like @jimmyjohns is coming soon to 12th and G NW”
Back in August we heard a Jimmy John’s was coming next door to the new Dunkin Donuts at 1208 G street, NW.
The one coming to Glover Park looks like it should open any day now too:
2428 Wisconsin Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
So something is going down at Subway across the street from my office on L street in NW. There is an unmarked and a marked police car, k-9 dog and the windows are boarded up. Can you find out what this shady business is all about?”
A couple other readers have tweeted this too. Any idea what would warrant something like this?
Update – First Lady Michelle Obama at Subway?: @DCSmalls tweets us:
“FLOTUS is going to a “national restaurant chain” today to talk about their healthy menu options…could be?”
Back in October I shared some scuttlebutt I heard saying Apple would no longer be coming to CityCenter [still no confirmation on Uniqlo]. Apple no longer coming has finally been confirmed by the Post:
“But Apple withdrew from negotiations last year, according to Howard Riker, managing director at Hines, who is overseeing the project. He and the company declined to comment further.”
Ed. Note: Earlier in the month we learned an Allen Edmonds would be opening this spring next to the Tumi store.
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Thanks to a reader for sending:
“This morning a large AC unit fell from a Crane onto a truck on 17th and M NW.
You did a piece on this same site when they broke a water main some months back – Cursed?”
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From @IAFF36:
“Pedestrian Struck – 1200blk NY Ave NW – person struck by trash truck, trapped under rear wheels, 2nd RS req #dctraffic #dcfd Update – 1200blk NY Ave NW – pt extricated from under trash truck by rescue squad, transport to trauma center”
The condition of the victim is not yet known but NBCWashington reports:
“News4 cameras showed the front end of the truck on the sidewalk, police believe the driver may have been trying to back into an alley.”
UPDATE from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Unit are investigating a traffic fatality which occurred at 13th and I Streets, Northwest.
Preliminary investigation has revealed that on Friday, January 17, 2014 at approximately 4:28 am, the driver of a 2007 Mack trash truck was traveling west bound on “I” Street, NW and then turned left onto southbound 13th Street, NW, and struck a pedestrian who was walking in the south side crosswalk. The trash truck continued southbound for approximately half of a block when the driver realized he had struck someone and called 911. The striking vehicle and driver remained on the scene. The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
The decedent’s identity is being withheld at this time pending next of kin notification.
This crash is currently under investigation.”
Thanks to a reader for passing on:
“We’re pleased to announce that, as of January 16, 2014, LA Fitness will assume the operation of the Downtown Results Gym health club located at 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20036, near the Farragut North Metro Station (the “Downtown club”).
LA Fitness has agreed to continue to service your current active membership at your existing rate, along with any personal training sessions you have already purchased, at the Downtown club. On your next visit to the Downtown club, please check with the front desk to receive your new LA Fitness membership card. You’ll also be given the opportunity to sign an LA Fitness membership agreement at your existing membership rate.
Results Gym will continue to operate its Capitol Hill facility located at 315 G Street, SE Washington, D.C. 20003. If your current active membership allows you access to the Capitol Hill club you will be allowed continued use of that facility through April 30, 2014.”