I can honestly say that this is the first time I have seen these items advertised in the District of Columbia.
If I have to pick a favorite, I’m going with 40% off Fishing Rods.
H Street NE
We recently learned that HR 57 would be moving from 14th St in Logan Circle to H St, NE. A liquor license application went up this weekend listing the exact new address – 816 H St, NE. The application says:
“NATURE OF OPERATION
New tavern with Entertainment that includes live music and cover charge. Occupancy load is 130.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Sunday through Tuesday 11 am –12 am, Wednesday and Thursday 11 am – 1 am and Friday & Saturday 11 am – 2:30 am”
I can’t wait to see what it looks like on the inside.
H St, NE has some of the best old signs in town. I fear they’ll be disappearing soon so appreciate them now. The first one isn’t a traditional sweet sign, but I know folks like when I find some with extraneous quotes.
However, the one below is for real a classic sweet city sign.
HR 57 is located at 1610 14th Street, NW. We last spoke about them back in Jan. ’10. And we’ve said that they are one of the best spots to hear live jazz/blues and we’ve also listed them as one of the best date spots in the city.
That is why I think the news is so devastating for the Logan Circle neighborhood of 14th St, NW. It is such a unique space that can not easily be replaced. Logan Circle will obviously still thrive but removing this neighborhood gem is a punch to the gut even if it is replaced by a really good restaurant. I had heard about the possibility of a closure for a while but I sorta pushed it to the back of my head hoping it couldn’t possibly be true. I’ll be honest – I’m destroyed by this news.
The huge news was broken by City Paper Sunday afternoon:
“Tonight, however, staffers — including owner/director Tony Puesan — confirmed that the first week of January will find HR-57 relocating to a property at H and 9th Streets NE. “It’s a very nice place,” says Puesan. “It’s just in a little bit cheaper building.” The current building, which Puesan owns, is being sold.”
The author Michael J. West speculates:
“it’s a risky venture trading a Metro-accessible location in the U Street corridor’s established jazz district for a still up-and-coming neighborhood whose transit options consist of a shuttlebus and still-unfinished streetcar system.”
I think this is a huge score for the H St, NE area. Despite the concerns mentioned above, I think they will be hugely successful. Of course I haven’t seen the new space at 9th and H St, but I’m certainly looking forward to checking them out.
What do you guys think – will HR 57 thrive on H St, NE?
This rental is located at 14th & E St., NE:
The Craigslist ad says:
“–2 bdrm./1 bath, 795 sf, walk-out rear
–Wash/dryer
–Central heat/air
–New kitchen appliances
–New hardwood floors
–Cable ready
–Off-street parking available
–Non-smoking
–Small pets welcome w/deposit
Rent includes water. sewer, and trash removal; tenant responsible for gas and electric. $25 application fee; credit and background checks, one-month security deposit and renters’ insurance required.”
Does $1400 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/1bath rowhouse?
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This condo is located at 1100 7th St, NE:
The flier says:
“6 fabulous new condo residences, 1-3 BR. Brazilian rose flrs, stone kitchens, baths with spa tubs and custom vanities. SS Appl, stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, W/ D (Delivery), patio, prewired alarm system and speaker system, intercom. Select units roof deck(great views of Capital and Monument) and balconies, wine chillers and high end appliances. Parking available with select unit”
You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.
The reader writes, “I admire the property as it incorporates a Victorian style turret with a modern floorplan and two sweet roof decks. I thought it might generate some good chatter on PoPville.”
Does $269,900 ($83.75 condo fee) sound reasonable for this 1 bed/1.5 bath?
WBJ’s Michael Neibauer shares the good word:
“The Giant, at 41,200 square feet, will consume most of the space set aside for retail on the site. There will also be a 1,500 retail bay on the east end. Silver Spring-based Torti Gallas and Partners Inc. is the architect.
Construction is expected to start in the spring. Giant will be open in the first quarter of 2013.”
This is the lot where which recently hosted an art exhibit.
It was back in March when I first reported the scuttlebutt about a merger between Palace of Wonders and Red and the Black at 1210 – 1212 H St, NE. Just got an email that they’ll be launching this weekend:
“We are happy to announce, FINALLY, the opening of the Red Palace at 1210-1212 H ST NE. A combination of Palace of Wonders & the Red and the Black, the new venue will feature both sideshow, burlesque, in addition both local and national music artists. The larger, yet still very intimate space, will launch this weekend!
The first official event will be Saturday November 6 with the Dangerously Delicious Pies 8th Annual Pie and Rock-n-Roll Extravaganza with The Deadmen, Glenmont Popes, HR of Bad Brains, and Lazlo Lee and the Motherless Children. Doors @ 8pm Show @ 9pm – 18+ welcome”
If anyone checks them out be sure to shoot me an email with your impressions. I’m curious to see how the space looks.
This is on the side of the soon to be Smith Commons located at 245 H St, NE. [You can sneak peek their menu here.
Not clear if this is social commentary or just fun.
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I think Star & Shamrock has been open long enough for a proper judging. They are located at 1341 H Street, NE. And perhaps it is because I’m Jewish with a great, uh, er, affinity for elements of the Irish culture…but I freaking love this place. You can see their menu here. Thumbs up or down? For the fans – what’s your favorite food there?