1214 18th Street, NW
Good news for chicken heads. My sources deep in the fast casual chicken world have a juicy tidbit for us today – Chick-Fil-A cometh to 18th Street. I’m hearing 1214 18th Street, NW (near Nando’s buckle up son) and Eighth Street Lounge, Shake Shack etc. It’s not clear exactly which space it’s taking, not sure if the Rabbit Hole fell through or if the Eritrean Cultural & Civic Center is being split. These spaces were formerly home to MIA Lounge, Lupe Mexican Cantina and Sesto Senso
Anyway I give this scuttlebutt an 87% accuracy rating.
STAY TUNED.
1803 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Scott Wells for sending:
“Glad to see The Newsroom at Connecticut and Florida reopened, with newspapers and magazines. Substantially the same as before, plus a watch repairman.”
2100 P Street, NW
A new liquor license placard has been posted at the former Scion space in Dupont:
“New Restaurant that will serve Mediterranean and international cuisine. Sidewalk Cafe with 40 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 162 with seating for 100.”
Scion closed after 10 years back in August.
Updates when we learn more about the “Mediterranean and international cuisine” coming. Stay tuned.
This rental is located at 17TH Street, NW at New Hampshire. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1725 Unbeatable Dupont- ALL UNTIL INCLUDED* Pets Welcome
Ask us about Studio Unit #812. Spectacular city view with modern finishes.
About The Community
Live the middle of it all! This amazing 17th street address offers; shopping, treats, entertainment, and more just steps from the door. Sentence about the community, amenities, and home features. All utilities included to help you stay on budget. (more…)
This house is located at 1732 18th Street, NW. The Bright MLS listing says:
“Heart of Dupont! 3BR/2BA Victorian townhouse, hardwood floors throughout, gorgeous exposed brick features, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, excellent natural light. Spacious eat-in kitchen with table space and breakfast bar, walk out to rear deck. Beautiful renovated bathrooms. Lower level separate 1br/1ba in-law suite with new kitchen, porcelain tile floors.” (more…)
Whoa, what’s happening – first an American Bittern in Eckington and now a Heron/Egret/Another American Bittern?!? Thanks to Janine for sending over the weekend:
“I spotted this guy last night on T between 17 and 18. He looks like some type of heron or egret, but likely juvenile because his feathers are sticking out. He was gone by this morning and I called City Wildlife. They asked if he was hurt (he doesn’t seem to be) and said they will keep an eye out for him. Hope he finds his way.”
If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
1990 M Street, NW
Thanks to Ray, Grant, Leah and Beth for messaging us about this.
Kung Fu Tea opened their first D.C. location in Georgetown last year. You can see their menu here and story here. Updates when we learn more about Tang and when we learn an opening date.
Next door to Nagomi Izakaya
This unit is located at 1514 17TH Street, NW. The Bright MLS listing says:
“Welcome to Copley Plaza, a boutique coop in the heart of Dupont with easy access to restaurants, nightlife, shopping, Metro, and much more! Unit 208 overlooks a quiet tree-lined street, offers ample light, storage, and historic charm. Updated kitchen with bar seating & abundant counter space. Shared roofdeck provides fabulous city views! Fee includes concierge, all utilities, broadband & taxes!” (more…)
1150 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Sarah for sending the latest on Bluestone Lane’s newest cafe: “They just look the paper off the windows”
This house is located at 1728 P Street, NW. The Bright MLS listing says:
“Classic Dupont Victorian home w/ 6BR/7BA/1HB semi-detached home in Dupont! Completely renovated in 2017 w/state-of-the-art finishes, 9’+ ceilings, elevator to all floors, crown moldings, all bedrooms w/en-suite BA & walk-in closets, gourmet kitchen w/island, granite, SS sppl, lower level in-law suite, media RM, hardwood wide-plank floors, multiple decks, 2-car garage & a 3rd surface parking space.” (more…)
