Thanks to Charles for sending:
“Around Dupont Circle today. Azaleas, hydrangeas, & some other kind of bushes. First I thought: new homes for the rats. Then I saw they were putting wire mesh first & then making holes in the mesh to put the plants through before covering the mesh with some soil. Will this meshwork keep the rats from burrowing? Won’t the rats just dig under at the edges?”
1134 19th Street, NW
Back in January I first shared word that the Donburi folks were moving into the former Sophie’s Cuban Cuisine space. Anyone remember Singapore Bistro? That news is now confirmed based on a liquor license application for Donburi:
“A fast casual restaurant serving Japanese cuisine. Seating capacity of 57 inside. Total Occupancy Load of 92. No entertainment, performances or dancing.”
Donburi’s first location is at 2438 18th Street, NW in Adams Morgan. Sophie’s closed back in March of last year. You can see Donburi’s menu here. Updates as they get closer to opening.
This rental is located at 18th and P Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1625 Dupont Studio (Dupont)
THE PRESTON is a charming, boutique building. It is just steps from Dupont Circle, public transportation, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and more!
Terrace level studio with in unit washer/dryer, and great closet space.
Studio
$1,625
Plus electric
No Security Deposit
Application fee $50
Administrative fee $500
Please no pets
No smoking”
Thanks to a reader for sending from 15th and Corcoran St, NW.
Ed. Note: I gotta side with the note writer here – that was very cool of them to be so nice. Hope good karma comes their way.
via google maps
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection with an Assault with the Intent to Commit First Degree Sexual Abuse that occurred on Tuesday, May 16, 2017.
At approximately 2:10 am, an adult female was walking in the 1800 block of T Street, Northwest, when an unknown suspect approached her, pushed her to the ground and grabbed the victim with the intent to sexually assault her. The suspect was last seen fleeing on foot, eastbound in the 1800 block of T Street, Northwest towards 17th Street, Northwest. (more…)
1734 Connecticut Ave, NW
This is a bit of bummer Mourayo Greek Restaurant has closed in Dupont north of the Circle.
The Washington Post reports “an Irish tavern, Across the Pond” will be taking over the space. STAY TUNED.
courtesy St. Yves
From a press release:
“St. Yves, a newly opened clubhouse, presents an intimate setting steeped in sophisticated glamour. Owned by David Chung and Ki Jun Sung—the team behind some of DC’s most defining nightlife venues of the last two decades including Capitale, Chinese Disco, Mason Inn, George, K Street Lounge, and Daedalus—St. Yves is an instant, Instagramable stunner.
The 150-seat, two-story, historical landmark located at the intersection of Connecticut Avenue and Jefferson Street, assumes a hybrid occupation of daytime corporate happy hours and special events with evenings and weekends taking on the energy of a late night hot spot. “We have learned so much about the nightlife culture of the DC metro area and have pivoted in a unique way. We present an intimate, elevated social setting that is not a waitlist-restaurant or crowded, delirious bar. It’s providing a place where everyone wants to be,” says co-owner, Ki Jun Sung. (more…)
1331 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Grant for sending word and the sneak peek:
From Halal Guys’ Facebook event:
“****** BREAKING NEWS!!!! ******
The FIRST 100 people in line at our Grand Opening will receive a FREE PLATTER and the first 500 people will have the chance to win FREE exclusive swag! NOT ONLY THAT – there will be 5 EXTRA lucky guests that will win FREE HALAL GUYS FOR A MONTH!! (more…)
1351 Connecticut Avenue NW looking south towards Big Hunt
The liquor license placard for B&B in the former Kababji space just south of Dupont Circle says:
“New Class “C” Restaurant with 155 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 250. A Sidewalk Café, with 25 seats. A full-service sports-themed restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a full bar. Requesting an Entertainment Endorsement.”
Updates as they get closer to opening.
October 2013
Photo by Joy Asico
From a press release:
“On Thursday, May 11, Bar Dupont (1500 New Hampshire Avenue, NW) will kick off its weekly music series “Dupont Live,” showcasing local artists from across the region and ringing in summer with a special new patio menu that includes innovative cocktails and a dozen different rosés.
Each Thursday at Dupont Live, a different surprise musical act from the D.C. metro area will hit the stage for a set from 6:30 to 9:30pm, as the summer concert series returns for another year. And, rather than revealing a calendar of musicians ahead of time, the Dupont Live lineup will be all about the element of surprise with a new unannounced act performing each week. (more…)