Thanks to Ben for sending this awesome way to support an awesome bar and their staff. They also have a regular GoFundMe if T-Shirts aren’t your thing though these t-shirts, designed by Ben Mahler, are fantastic! Long Live The Pug!!
H Street NE
A reader reports: “Just want to warn folks about a group of young males (maybe 10-12) on JUMP Bikes accosting people South of H ST NE & West of Kingsman Park. I was driving Tuesday (3/17) down 14th ST NE when I came to the stop sign (F ST NE) where they were stopped on the corner at 3:34pm. My window was rolled down and one of the kids yelled “THE F*** YOU LOOKING AT” then punched me in the face. Filed a police report but MPD said these guys have been wreaking havoc all week. If everyone could keep an eye out & stay safe out there!”
1518 Benning Road, NE
Thanks to Scott for sending: “Walked by Modell’s Hechinger mall location this morning and signs say everything must go.” (more…)
1353 H Street, NE
Ed. Note: In September 2019 I said and then they said oh well never mind this stinks.
From a press release:
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Rock & Roll Hotel will cease operations effective immediately, Monday March 2, 2020. All shows and events are cancelled, and we have obtained the necessary financial protection at this time. (more…)
1433 H Street, NE
Thanks to Rich for sending: “Just saw a big for sale sign on the old Argonaut. Thought it might be of interest to folks who keep track of H Street. Would love to know more about what the potential plans are and who buys it.”
The Argonaut abruptly closed back in July 2016. A terribly sad day. In 2017 we noted the space was being cleaned out. Crickets since then until now.
The listing says:
“Opportunity to acquire a mixed-use zoned building (4.0 to 4.8 FAR) on a signalized corner in one of DC’s most dynamic neighborhoods (more…)
500 H Street, NE
From an email:
“Restaurateur Asad Sheikh is expanding his latest venture Butter Chicken Company, a fast casual concept, to the H Street NE corridor. Located at 500 H Street NE, this outpost solely dedicated to India’s iconic dish Butter Chicken, opens Tuesday, February 18th. Similar to the downtown DC location, only 300 servings are prepared per day, however the H Street NE restaurant will be open all day long, with 100 servings prepared for lunch and another 200 for dinner. Sheikh previously opened award winning restaurants in Northern Virginia (Curry Mantra London Curry House and 1947), before deciding to focus on Washington, DC. Sheikh opened two locations of Bombay Street Food in Columbia Heights and Capitol Hill in 2019, inspired by the bright and vibrant street food flavors he grew up eating in Bombay. He debuted the original Butter Chicken Company this past fall in downtown DC. (more…)
609 H Street, NE
Thanks to Grant for sending. Massage Luxe Spa’s website says coming soon:
“Looking for relaxation? Rejuvenation? Our professional, experienced massage therapists and estheticians are waiting to serve you in our luxurious spa. You have come to the right place! (more…)
809 12th Street, NE
Oof. Horace & Dickie’s is of course legendary.
“Horace & Dickie’s Seafood Carryout is home to the famous Jumbo Fish Sandwich. One bite and you’ll be hooked!”
Sadly, WJLA broke the news last night:
“The owner, 82-year-old Richard “Dickie” Shannon, says he’ll be playing more golf.
He blames gentrification, which he calls “cultural genocide,” for forcing him out.” (more…)
500 H Street, NE
Thanks to Mary (and all others) who messaged us about the progress at Butter Chicken Company 2. Per our last report they should be opening by the “2nd week of February.”
931 H Street, NE courtesy [solidcore]
From a press release:
“[solidcore], the fastest growing boutique fitness studio in the country, is opening its eighth Washington, DC studio on February 6, 2020, at 931 H Street NE. The 14-machine studio is the first [solidcore] to open in the H street neighborhood. (more…)