1218 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Back in late Jan. we learned that Third Edition was closing in Georgetown and the space would likely become a Mexican restaurant. Turns out that Mexican restaurant will be a second El Centro according to Eater DC:
“the Logan Circle taco and margarita destination has confirmed it will open its second location in the Third Edition space at 1218 Wisconsin Ave. NW, hopefully by June.”
We judged the Logan Circle El Centro back in Aug. 2011.
This rental is located at 3303 Water Street, NW:
The listing says:
“Corner 4th floor unit with popular floor plan. Includes home office / den. Rent includes all utilities, 99 channels cable, 2-car parking, swimming pool, fitness, car wash, additional storage, front desk, concierge.”
This 2 bed/2.5 bath is going for $8,000/Mo.
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Dear PoPville,
With the recent legal decisions around Jack’s Boathouse, have you heard if they will be relocating or if there is a way to get refunds for gift certificates there? Their website is now down and their phone number is disconnected. I got a large gift certificate I wasn’t able to use last year and hate the thought of wasting the gift.
Georgetowner reported:
“NPS awarded B&G Outdoor Recreation of Boston the contract to operate on the site of Jack’s Boathouse.”
Maybe they’ll be able to honor some or part of your gift?
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From MPD:
The Metropolitan Police Department has announced today a suspect has been arrested in connection with a kidnapping and attempted sex assault.
On Monday, April 8, 2013, at approximately 4:04 am, an adult female was walking in the 2600 block of O Street, NW when she was approached from behind by an adult male who forced her to an area nearby and attempted to sexually assault her.
On Monday, April 8, 2013, Second District officers who were on patrol spotted and arrested 23 year-old Matthew Gabramadhin of Springfield, Virginia, charging him with Kidnapping and Assault with Intent to Commit First Degree Sex Abuse.
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Biking around Town is written by Josh Nadas (@dcliterate), a daily bike commuter & avid rider who works for the National Park Service, and lives in Mount Pleasant.
We are pretty blessed in Washington DC to have the Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Canal Towpath available to us to ride on pretty much whenever. The path is car free, relatively flat, and generally uncongested – it has the makings of a great ride. It’s hard to write a lot more about the canal trail itself, because there is not much new to say.
One of the things I like about the canal is the opportunity to see wildlife. When I rode out on the trail, it was a bit drizzly and cool. The upside of which was the trail was nearly deserted and there was a ton of avian life. I was able to spot several different kinds of bird, and when I stopped for a snack, a turtle.
The trail itself is really easy to ride. It’s perfect for just about anyone, and any type of bike. The only bike I would not put on the trail is a skinny tire road bike. Pretty much anything with a flat bar is going to be okay, as long as you have reasonably fat tires. The path is a mixture of crushed gravel and sand, so having a slightly wider tire or some tread is desirable. The perfect bike is a cyclocross bike if you have one. I rode my single speed mountain bike, which was a little bit less than ideal but still fun.
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3125 M Street, NW
Last week Georgetown Patch reported that a Ri Ra Irish Pub would be coming to the former Mie N Yu space in Georgetown. From Ri Ra’s Arlington website:
Capturing the unique atmosphere of traditional Victorian era Irish pubs, Rí Rá was built entirely from authentic Irish salvage material. The main bar, the back bar and many of the features came from an old pharmacy in Dublin and are over 100 years old. The pub was meticulously restored in Ireland before being shipped to Clarendon.
The interior is rich and warm, constructed by notable craftsmen from the finest available materials of the day. The pub is an ideal use for the historic Virginia Hardware Store that previously occupied the site since 1924.
No doubt the many hard working carpenters that shopped at the Hardware Store over the years would appreciate the craftsmanship of the beautiful Irish pub.
Alongside the old and historic artifacts that the pub contains are pre-Raphaelite paintings that were replicated by hand during the months of construction to create a truly amazing and unique setting.
You can see their menus here. Anyone ever been to a Ri Ra before?
P & C Fine Art is located in Georgetown at 3108 M St, NW. I’ll miss the paintings of President’s playing poker and hanging out:
Another great longtime spot is closing – Kid’s Closet at 1226 Connecticut Avenue, NW – after 30 years.
1737 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
SweetFrog frozen yogurt is coming to the former Miller & Arney antique shop at the corner of Wisconsin and S St, NW. You can see SweetFrog’s flavors here.
3277 M Street, NW
Capitol Prague restaurant is coming to the former Morso restaurant spaces in Georgetown. Their website says:
“Contemporary Czech and Slovak Restaurant & Bar in Georgetown!”
The Georgetowner reports:
Capitol Prague will operate a restaurant and a coffee shop two doors away, said manager Petra Foist, who added, “We hope to open in mid-April.” With Czech and Slovak cuisine—schnitzel, goulash, braised pork and dumplings—as well as various beers
It’ll be interesting to compare to Shaw’s Bistro Bohem.
