
Island Dyes is now The Head Shoppe on H Street. And apparently they gift well?

331 H Street, NE
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s First District seek the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects in reference to a Robbery Force and Violence offense that occurred on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, in the 1300 block of H Street, Northeast.
At approximately 7:34 pm, two suspects approached two victims at the listed location. One suspect attempted to take a camera from a victim. The other victim intervened. Both suspects assaulted the victims, took their property, and then fled the scene.
The suspects were captured by a nearby surveillance camera and can be seen in this video [above.]
Anyone who has information regarding this case should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”

416 H Street, NE
This used to be the Cirque Du Rouge tattoo spot.
“Boutique style Cigar Shop downstairs with our New Leaf Smoke Lounge upstairs.”
Stay tuned for an opening date.


523 H Street, NE
December 27th it is!!
From CAVA:
“Tomorrow, D.C.-based restaurant and culinary brand CAVA will open its eighth fast casual restaurant in Washington, D.C, at 523 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002. To celebrate its arrival in the neighborhood, the brand will open its doors to offer a free community lunch to the first 202 guests – a nod to D.C.’s longtime area code – starting at 11:00AM. (more…)

1214 H Street, NE
Thanks to Grant for sending. A Ma Maniére’s website says:
“A Ma Maniére (translated as My Way in French), embodies the idea that individuals are influenced by their culture. Our boutique is designed to represent and inspire a fashion forward clientele deeply-rooted within their community. The A Ma Maniére retail experience offers new trends and styles from the most coveted brands in luxury streetwear and footwear. We represent quality, exclusivity, and the capacity to express honesty through brand integrity.”

Looks like it. Thanks to all who messaged. One reader reports:
“I walked past Cava on H and they were test cooking tonight. They said they’re opening on 27 December.”

600 H Street, NE

600 H Street, NE. Thanks to Tim
You lose some and you win some. Thanks to all who’ve messaged about the coming soon signage up for CAVA at 6th and H Street, NE.
Stay tuned and prepare for free food opening day.

1322 H Street, NE
Big news from Frozen Tropics this morning:
“Shawafel owner Alberto Sissi confirmed to me that he will close his original location at 1322 H Street NE on Dec. 23. He plans to reopen the shop at a new downtown location (818 18th Street NW) in the spring. Alberto is also currently exploring the possibility of opening a location near Eastern Market.”
Shawafel first opened on H Street to rave reviews back in August 2011. Dagger.

2406 18th Street, NW
Last week I spoke about the resurgence of Ethiopian restaurants with word of Infusion coming to the former Chief Ike’s space. I didn’t realize the Quara that opened on H Street was the same Quara from Adams Morgan:

Time to bring back Spy Lounge or maybe NY NY Diva? No, definitely Spy Lounge.

From MPD:
“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s First District seek the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in reference to a Burglary Two offense which occurred in the 1400 block of Maryland Avenue, Northeast on Saturday, December 9, 2017.
At approximately 12:40 am, a suspect gained entry to an establishment at the listed location. Once inside, the suspect attempted to open the cash register but was unsuccessful. (more…)