1805 Connecticut Ave NW at Florida Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I confirmed with the owner that after being a Dupont staple for decades the Royal Palace’s last night will be this Saturday. The building is being sold along with the license but the current owner was unsure of the new owners plans.
I think the awning summed it up best “Bar, Food & Fun.
Spoke to him again last night it’s been 37 years!”
Another reader reports (I had no idea there were so many Royal Palace fans): (more…)
1210 18th Street, NW just off Connecticut north of M Street
Reminder from Nando’s:
“Need lunch, Washington? Then hurry to Nando’s Dupont Circle today for a Nando’s “Dash.” Nando’s will be offering succulent PERi-PERi chicken and other entrees–for free–to our guests from 11am to 1pm on Thursday March 7th.
What’s a #NandosDash? Simply dash on over to the Nando’s PERi-PERi restaurant on Dupont Circle (1210 18th Street, NW) to get a free quarter-chicken, chicken sandwich, wrap, or pita. It’s Nando’s way of saying thank you to its patient fans during our recent renovation. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Helluva way to wake up? Spotted at 22nd and N NW. Not sure the best way to get graffiti off shingles, but I’m guessing it won’t be cheap.”
1639 R Street, NW
There had been a lot of chatter on social media but now Cobalt confirms their closure on 17th Street:
“It’s no secret that the building that housed Cobalt (1639 R St NW) and the adjacent property recently sold.
With the combination of the sale of the buildings, the start of demolition, costly infrastructure repairs and upgrades that we would need to shoulder to remain open for the short remainder of our lease (without an opportunity to extend the lease) along with a slow decline in sales we decided it was the right time to close the business to focus on our other businesses and some personal family needs. (more…)
This rental is located at 20th and Columbia Road, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1350 / 450ft2 – Studio with Murphy Bed! Sunny and ideally situated! (more…)
Photos courtesy Nando’s PERI PERI
And don’t forget the free chicken Thursday, March 7th. (more…)
1726 Connecticut Ave, NW
On February 12th we confirmed that Maddy’s had closed after 10 years on Connecticut Ave. Thanks to a reader for sending word about Northside Tavern: (more…)
21st and P Street, NW
Scuttlebutt confirmed, thanks to Andrea for sending – “The Starbucks at 21st and P St NW is also closing this Friday.” Also closing Friday 77H and 9th and G St, NW.
1210 18th Street, NW just off Connecticut north of M Street
From Nando’s Peri Peri:
“After an extensive two-month renovation, Nando’s PERi-PERi will fire up its grills again near Dupont Circle (1210 18th Street, NW) starting Wednesday, February 20th, at 11am.
After 10 years of operation in a stately, historic building, the 18th Street Nando’s was ready for a major revamp. Today, the restaurant features a new kitchen, draft beer taps and beautifully re-designed dining areas. The customer take-out experience has been vastly improved, with a grab-and-go beverage refrigerator and a convenient order pick-up area near the host stand. (more…)
2029 P Street, NW
You’ll see folks popping in today at Chiko’s new Dupont location but their Valentine’s special is booked solid. But the good news is they open to the public tomorrow. Regular hours will be Sunday-Thursday 5-10pm and Friday-Saturday 5-11pm until they open for lunch. I’m told lunch should launch in about 6 weeks.