This rental is located at 1601 18th Street, Northwest. The listing says:
“HANDSOME STUDIO IN THE HEART OF DC. WOOD FLOORS, SOME UPDATES TO THE KITCHEN, LARGE CLOSET SPACE. VACANT GO AND SHOW. KEY AT FRONT DESK. $250 OF MOVE IN DEPOSIT IS REFUNDABLE. RENT IT TODAY! MUST USE CB APPLICATION.”
You can see more photos here.
This studio is going for $1,550/Mo.
1800 N Street, NW just west of Connecticut Ave
The 1800 Cafe closed their little spot at 1800 N St, NW back in Oct. 2011. Finally some phenomenal news as to who’s taking over the space – one of my favorites Surfside! This is the little space right next to the recently opened STK Steakhouse on the N Street side.
Surfside currently has a restaurant in Glover Park at 2444 Wisconsin Ave, NW. You can see their menu here. Their website says:
“Surfside is a fresh breeze on the restaurant scene where you can get great grilled tacos, salads and entrees inspired by the beach cuisines of the world.
Surfside is all about laid-back, simple preparations with grilled steak, fish, shrimp and chicken with a wide array of fresh vegetables served on a colorful plate in a bright open space. Perfect for a quick bite or a gathering with friends – great for families and kids. Discover our rooftop deck and the authentic bold flavors of our fresh-made salsas, moles, curries and the best guacamole in town. Enjoy a frozen margarita or tropical blended drink with your meal or choose from an eclectic mix of international beers and wines.”
Thanks to a reader for sending the photo below of the coming soon sign:
From Dupont Circle Citizens Association:
“Councilmember Jack Evans gave us an update on the legislation session and budget, including the news that $10M had been appropriated for a park covering Connecticut Avenue where it cuts under Dupont Circle from Q Street.”
Greater Greater Washington reported:
“[ANC Commissioner Mike] Feldstein said, “The next step is getting advice on what works in parks like that, and getting community input.” The park could break ground as early as October if plans can be approved, Lipinsky [Evans’communications director] noted.”
2020 P Street, NW
Last August the popular Eola restaurant closed in Dupont. A liquor license placard had been posted in the former space above New Dynasty Chinese Restaurant for – India Gate. Last night ANC rep @kishanputta tweets us:
“@PoPville INDIAN RESTAURANT: announced at @ANC2B – Chef @ Bombay Club 2 open new restaurant India Gate @ 2020 P street. Hoping 4 Goan Curry!”
Photo via Urbana Restaurant and Wine Bar – 2121 P Street, NW
From a press release:
“After eight years of operation, Urbana will close to the public beginning Tuesday, July 1 July 14th, to undergo a $600,000 interior renovation for a refreshed look, reopening for business in early late August.
Urbana will retain its sleek, urban ambiance while doubling its bar area, relocating its private dining room, refreshing its P Street patio area, and incorporating other design elements into a more free-flowing floor plan. The design concept for the renovation was led by GrizForm Design Architects, an award-winning design firm based in Washington, DC that has designed spaces for Fiola, Estadio and Cava. (more…)
@EricaLawton tweets us the photo above around 8:35am:
“Train offloaded at Dupont due to smoke – most crowded platform I’ve seen”
@metrorailinfo tweets:
“Glenmont-bound Red Line train offloading at Dupont Circle, brake problem causing smoke. Next train at Woodley Park. 8:30a #wmata”
1337 Connecticut Ave, NW
A couple weeks ago we learned the shuttered sports bar, The Gryphon, would transform into a “Meat & Raw Bar Social House” on Connecticut Ave just south of Dupont Circle. Their website now says:
“The Meat & Raw Bar Food Experience
The Gryphon is a new dining concept in Washington, DC from the owners of Lost Society, a boutique steakhouse on the corner of 14th St. and U St., NW.
Just as Lost Society changed the traditional perception of a steakhouse, the Gryphon is designed to change the perception of dining with friends, family and neighbors.
The Gryphon is a Meat & Raw Bar Social House. These words encompass the entire dining experience presented at the Gryphon.”
On their facebook page the description continues:
“The food experience is “meat-centric” with a heavy emphasis on beef. But the menu includes a variety of options for pork, lamb, seafood and, of course, an outstanding oyster based raw bar that includes shrimp, lobster and clams.
Our philosophy, is to bring out the experience of enjoying the meats and other food on the menu through two things:
The Preparation – such as curing, grilling, broiling, roasting and aging; and
The Presentation – EVERYTHING is plated to share or “pre-cut.” We encourage all of our guests to order with that in mind.
Social dining provides ours guest with exceptional food and drink (specially crafted cocktails, selected beers and wine) and puts them together in a lively, fun, and energetic atmosphere at the Gryphon. The Gryphon is our “house” and our guests should feel as if they were invited to a well planned neighborhood dinner party with their closest friends, family and neighbors. To us, this is more than just getting food out at a restaurant, it’s the experience of dining together and being connected to one another through the food and drink. Hence the term, Social House.
As such, sharing is the aspect that completes the dining experience. That experience is incomplete without friends, family and neighbors. Effectively, the food and drink connect us to one another, and we are connected to one another through the food and drink.
Here at the Gryphon we encourage eating and drinking to socialize and socializing through eating and drinking. Whether it’s through dinner, lunch, brunch or just a drink at the bar, the Gryphon is designed to be a friendly, engaging and energetic place where friends, family and neighbors can regularly meet to catch up and/or celebrate, or just make new friends altogether.”
And they’ve posted their new menu outside:
Menu continues after the jump. (more…)
This rental is located at 1747 T Street, Northwest. The listing says:
“Enjoy this beautifully 1 BR 1.5 BA unit in the heart of Dupont Circle and the U St corridor. This unit boasts of stainless steel appliances, hardwood and tiled floors, washer and dryer in the unit and a covered space to put your bicycles. You are just steps away from restaurants, stores, coffee shops and the metro. The property is vacant and ready for immediate move-in. Sentri-lock”
You can see more photos here.
This 1 bed/1.5 bath is going for $1,800/Mo.
Photo by PoPville flickr user thisisbossi
From MPD:
“On Saturday, June 7, 2014, the Capital Pride Parade will be held. This event will begin at 4:30 pm and will conclude at approximately 7:30 pm. Staging area will be closed at 1:00 pm. The street closures will remain in effect until 9:30 pm. The following streets will be closed during this event.
Parade Route
East on P St from 23rd St NW
Clockwise around Dupont Circle
North on New Hampshire Ave
East on R St
South on 17th St
East on P St
North on 14th to N Street NW to the disbanding area just past R Street, NW
Street Closures
25th St NW between M & N ( Staging Area)
24th St NW between M & N ( Staging Area)
23rd St NW between M & P ( Staging Area)
N St NW between 22nd & 25th
M St NW between 22nd & 25th
Additional information on the Capital Pride Parade can be found here.
Capital Pride Festival
On Sunday, June 8, 2014, the Capital Pride Festival will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be several street closures that motorists should take into consideration:
Festival Area
The assembly area for the festival:
Pennsylvania Ave NW between 3rd & 7th Street NW
Constitution Ave NW between 3rd & 7th Street NW
4th Street NW between Madison Drive NW & Pennsylvania Ave NW
6th Street NW between C Street NW & Constitution Ave NW
Road closures will begin at 7:30 pm on Saturday, June 7th until Monday June 9th at 2:00 am.”
1633 P Street, NW
Last week we learned Malgudi’s southern Indian restaurant had closed on P street in the former Cafe Luna space under Heritage India. At that time we heard it would become either a Mexican spot or some sort of bistro/cafe. Maybe a combo – Mexican Cafe? Thanks to a reader for sending the photo above. More on Cafe Mirasol when it becomes available.