Dupont Circle

Nando’s Dupont/Downtown Reopens after “Phase 1 of a renovation” – Celebrate with Free Chicken Tomorrow

By Prince Of Petworth


1210 18th Street, NW

From Nando’s Peri Peri:

“Nando’s Dupont restaurant (1210 18th Street, NW) is open again, after Phase 1 of a renovation. To celebrate, Nando’s is holding a Dash and offering succulent PERi-PERi chicken and other entrees–for free–to our guests.

DASH DETAILS
On Tuesday, Sept. 18, we’re putting on a #NandosDash at our 18th Street Nando’s in Dupont!

What’s a Nando’s Dash? Simply show up at Nando’s PERi-PERi at 1210 18th Street, NW, between 4 pm and 6 pm to get a free quarter-chicken, chicken sandwich, wrap, or pita.

You’ll have to get your dash on though since it’s first-come, first-served. Eat-in and take-out allowed! There’s a limited number of seats available (though we’ll try and accommodate as many of you as we can).

So, what are you waiting for? Come and get some free chicken, on us!

Nando’s September renovation was Stage 1 of a larger redesign. In December, (more…)

“I don’t see anything that indicates they’re closed, but I guess at this point I have to assume that they are? Does anybody else have any intel?”

By Prince Of Petworth


25 Florida Ave, NW via Fiddleheads

“Dear PoPville,

Got a query I’m hoping someone else knows something about!

I’ve been getting my hair cut at a Fiddleheads, which specializes in curly hair, for about a year now. I’ve been calling them for over a week now to try to schedule an appointment, but nobody answers and the phone now goes to a prerecorded message saying something like ‘Welcome to your Verizon mailbox…’ (more…)

Bluestone Lane Coffee Opening Another D.C. Location

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Jenna for sending the news about a Bluestone Coffee coming to 1150 Connecticut Ave, NW. Bluestone’s Website says:

“We’re on our way downtown to the bustling urban core of the capital. Rest your feet and watch the world go by at our new Bluestone Lane location – Dupont Circle, located at 1150 Connecticut Avenue. Situated amongst the bustling shopping promenade that surrounds, this new BL shares a home with Core Power Yoga, and neighbors an expansive spread of trendy retail stores in the heart of the city. (more…)

Today’s Rental is “Unique” (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 18th and S Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$3200 / 1000ft2 – 2 story apartment with great light & patio

Unique, light-flooded (direct sunlight until 1 PM), air-conditioned loft apartment with outdoor patio. 2 stories of open space with bamboo floor and large brick wall with built-in bookshelf. The apartment has a Maine aesthetic with tree trunks and pine paneling as design elements. Appeals to individuals or couple who appreciate space, light and materials such as those in the arts / architecture. (more…)

Jamba Juice Closes in Dupont, Poke Coming?

By Prince Of Petworth


1333 19th St, NW just south of the metro

Shira reports:

“The Jamba Juice at Dupont Circle is closed with paper on the windows. You can see the remnants of the old Ben and Jerry’s peaking out from behind!

Also, Barry’s Bootcamp is right next door, and apparently they have a juice bar inside. Who knew? One of the trainers told me that the Jamba Juice is going to be a poke place.”

STAY TUNED.

Nando’s on 18th Street to briefly close in September (3rd to 12th) for a “Sprucing Up” then in December to “completely re-imagine the space”

By Prince Of Petworth


1210 18th Street, NW

From Nando’s:

“About 10 years ago, we opened our second restaurant in the U.S., in a stately and historic building off Dupont Circle. [Ed. Note: Remember when this was a hardware store?!?] Now the time has come for us to give it some love!

From September 3rd to September 12th, Nando’s Dupont location (1210 18th Street, NW) will be closed, so we can make some important repairs as part of a two-stage renovation.

The good news: (more…)

Today in Questionable Condo Names

By Prince Of Petworth

I mean it looks like a cool building but – Le Dupont? I never thought I’d pine for the days of naming by measures of temperature.

Their website says:

“luxuriously unique

le dupont, a new boutique collection of seven condominium residences in the sought-after historic neighborhood, Dupont Circle.

Be among the first to experience these richly appointed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences tailored to best fit your lifestyle needs.”


1524 18th Street, NW

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