Dupont Circle

Former Immortal Beloved Space for Lease at 15th and Church St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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Ed. Note: Immortal Beloved is now located in the former Muleh space at 1831 14th Street, NW.

Thanks to a reader for sending from Craigslist:

“One of a kind! Former Immortal Beloved Salon—- May be the most fascinating retail space in the 14th Street corridor and just 1/2 block from the recently named DC’s best corner of 14th and P Streets. Located within the densest population grid in the city and at the center of 5 metro stations.

Main floor at 2500 square feet +/- Loft space at 450 square feet +/-and basement of 225 square feet +/- with 16 foot 20 foot high formed concrete ceilings and multiple industrial skylights providing a sense of great open space and volume!!

Exposed brick walls with polished concrete floors and both a walk in front door and roll up windows facade for good weather —— all together provide a space with a sense of excitement and expanse unmatched anywhere else!

New HVAC and Gas added in 2006 with full to code building renovation, C3A zoned with many possible uses.

Base first year monthly rent at $15,700 NNN and current monthly pass through of $1935 real estate taxes and $110 building insurance.

New tenant needs to provide: 1)Demonstrated experience with a lucid business plan and cash flow projections, 2) Documentation of financial liquidity sufficient to start and maintain the business, 3)credit reports and scores all above 710 from all three repositories, Trans Union, Equifax, and Experian, and 4) Personal guarantees from principles and spouses.”

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Church Street looking east toward 14th Street

UPDATE: Moved to the Mall by the Smithsonian Castle – (formerly) Dupont Circle Snowball Fight at 2pm Today!

By Prince Of Petworth

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From the famous 2010 fight

Washington DC Snowball Fight Association is calling for a big TITANic battle today:

“Winter storm TITAN is set to bring some serious snow to the DC area on Monday, March 3rd – an extraordinary event for this late in the season. So let’s celebrate with a Titan-ic snowball fight! (at 2:00pm)

A few things that we’d like to remind everyone who shows up for our traditional rumble in front of the Smithsonian Castle:

• Invite your friends!
• Please follow any instructions given by the Metropolitan Police Department or the U.S. National Park Police
• Please respect the media when they’re working, especially please don’t target camera operators
• It’s probably best to keep pets and small children out of the battle zone
• This is meant to be fun! So play fair, DON’T THROW ICE, and wear any protective gear you think you need!
• Pelting moving vehicles could cause accidents, SO DON’T DO IT!
• Anyone who behaves recklessly is responsible for the consequences. Safety is important to us!

See you in the Circle! LOCATION CHANGE: Due to ice buildup in Dupont Circle, we will meet on the National Mall, right north of the Smithsonian Castle, with easy access to the Smithsonian and Archives Metro stations.”

Heads Up if you Parked on the 1700 block of Swann St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

I was walking on the 1700 block of Swann Street NW a few minutes ago and came across a car that someone had broken into. The pillow and sheet were pulled completely out of the car but the suitcase inside looked intact (hopefully it is). I’m hoping that the owner is a PoPville reader, or maybe someone out there knows whose car this is and they can come salvage what’s left. For anyone wondering, I didn’t call MPD as I once tried to to flag down a MPD officer in a similar situation and he said that I’d have to call 911 and wait there for a cruiser to respond. Unfortunately I can’t do that today.”

Mission, Mexican Restaurant, Coming to former One Lounge space in Dupont in March

By Prince Of Petworth

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1606 20th Street, NW

Finally info on the “great new concept” coming to the former One Lounge space which closed January 8th in Dupont (right near the Dupont North metro exit.) Thanks to a reader for sending photos.

Mission’s facebook page says:

“Mission features authentic Mexican cuisine and a lively bar scene in a two level space with an exposed brick interior and Dupont’s largest outdoor patio.”

The door below says Executive Chef Rodrigo Albarran and ‘Coming March 2014’.

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Executive Chef Rodrigo Albarran is from R&R Taqueria Elkridge, you can see their menus here. And you can see Chef Rodrigo on Diners Drive-ins and Dives here:

Shake Shack and Gordy’s Pickle Jar Team Up for Limited-Time “Super Fry Frickle” Dog

By Prince Of Petworth

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9th and F Street, NW

From a press release:

“DC area Shake Shack locations are launching a District-exclusive hot dog featuring fried jalapeño pickles from local producer Gordy’s Pickle Jar for ten days only. From March 14 to 23, patrons will be able to try the “Super Fry Frickle” Dog – Shake Shack’s Vienna all-beef hot dogs, topped with crispy-fried Gordy’s Thai Basil Jalapeño pickles, Brooklyn Brewery ShackMeister Ale-marinated shallots, cheddar cheese and American cheese sauce.

“Working with great local producers has always been an important part of the menu at Shake Shack, and we have been excited to work with Gordy’s since opening in DC,” says Mark Rosati, Shake Shack’s culinary director. “We are excited for this collaboration.” Gordy’s Pickle Jar brines fiery jalapeños in a Thai basil-infused brine for a winning combination that is entirely unique. Spicy, briny and cheesy, this dog is one for the ages.

WHO: Shake Shack and Gordy’s Pickle Jar
WHEN: Friday, March 14 to Sunday, March 23
WHERE: Shake Shack
1216 18th Street NW and 800 F Street NW”

Inn at Dupont Circle Closed/Seized by DC Government

By Prince Of Petworth

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1312 19th Street, NW

Thanks to jeezpf for sending:

“I work near this and just recently noticed that it has been closed. On further inspection, I noticed the seizure sign on the door. Just wanted to give you a heads up.”

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A prime location, it will be interesting to see if stays an Inn or becomes something else. Stay tuned.

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Looking north towards Dupont Circle

Iron Gate Starting Brunch this Weekend in Dupont, Check Out the Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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1734 N Street, NW

Iron Gate writes on their facebook page:

“We’re pleased to announce we’re starting brunch this Saturday & Sunday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM! Check out Chef Chittum’s brunch menu with dishes such as Baked Hen Eggs with Beef & Pork Meatballs & Burrata, Ricotta Pancakes with Black Walnuts, Pink Lady Apples & Local Syrup & more”

Check out the full menu below:

Iron Gate Brunch Menu (PDF)

New Series: Who Are These People Memorialized on Horseback around the District? Vol. 1 General Winfield Scott

By Prince Of Petworth

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Ed. Note: I was going to have a post simply showing all of the statues with people on horseback around town but the contributor who was going to do it had to back out. So then I thought, ‘what the hell’, let’s see who these people are. And here we are.

For Vol. 1 let’s check out General Winfield Scott conveniently located in Scott Circle:

Known as “Old Fuss and Feathers” and the “Grand Old Man of the Army,” he served on active duty as a general longer than any other man in American history, and many historians rate him the best American commander of his time. Over the course of his 53-year career, he commanded forces in the War of 1812, the Black Hawk War, the Mexican-American War, the Second Seminole War, and, briefly, the American Civil War, conceiving the Union strategy known as the Anaconda Plan that would be used to defeat the Confederacy. He served as Commanding General of the United States Army for twenty years, longer than any other holder of the office.

A national hero after the Mexican-American War, he served as military governor of Mexico City. Such was his stature that, in 1852, the United States Whig Party passed over its own incumbent President of the United States, Millard Fillmore, to nominate Scott in that year’s United States presidential election. At a height of 6’5″, he remains the tallest man ever nominated by a major party. Scott lost to Democrat Franklin Pierce in the general election, but remained a popular national figure, receiving a brevet promotion in 1856 to the rank of lieutenant general, becoming the first American since George Washington to hold that rank.

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New Greek Restaurant Coming to 19th and L St, NW to be GRK Fresh Greek from NYC – Check Out the Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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1140 19th Street, NW

This morning we learned that a new Greek restaurant would opening up next door to the new Noodles and Company on 19th Street. Thanks to a reader for sending word that the restaurant is out of NYC and called GRK Fresh Greek. Check out their Menu here.

Their website says:

“From the people who brought you drama, democracy, and alarm clocks, we now present the simple perfection of GRK. Our new take on classic Greek food brings you fresh flavors like you’ve never tasted.”

New Greek Restaurant Coming to 19th and L St, NW; Noodles and Company Opens Next Door Tomorrow

By Prince Of Petworth

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1140 19th Street, NW

Earlier this month a reader sent word that Noodles and Company would soon be opening at 19th and L St, NW. They are having an invite only mock service today and open for real tomorrow.

Perhaps of greater interest is news of who is coming to the vacant space next door closest to Science Club – a permit on the door says that it will be a new restaurant, possibly to be called Greek Fresh. The workers also said they heard it would be a Greek restaurant. This is actually a very bold move considering one of DC’s best Greek options, Greek Deli, is located just down the block at 1120 19th St, NW. Updates as the buildout progresses and more info is know.

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