1336 14th Street, NW
Back in August we learned that there were plans to bring back Crow Bar [closed in ’98 at 20th and K St, NW] to the former Ghana Cafe space on 14th Street just south of Rhode Island Ave in the former Ghana Cafe space. In following up on the progress, one of the partners now tells me that the deal fell through. Updates when we learn who next takes over the space.
Photo by PoPville flickr user Joe in DC
From an email:
“The Bike Rack in partnership with Peregerine Espresso is offering Free HOT coffee for bicycle commuters Wednesday morning, November 12th from 7:30 am until approximately 9:30 am. We will be at the corner of 14th and Q, NW handing out free cups of coffee as you make your way into work or wherever you are headed. Bring your own travel mug or grab one of our cups. Look for our banner, stop by and have a cup of joe on us!”
1457 Church Street, NW
CrossFit MPH has opened up a few storefronts away (first opened at 1469 Church Street NW back in 2009) in the larger former Immortal Beloved hair salon space (ed. note: Nimbus salon space still vacant and Immortal Beloved is now located at 1831 14th Street, NW.)
1401 S Street, NW
Salt & Sundry tweeted the news on Friday:
“BIG NEWS! Our Logan Circle shop opens Saturday! Our Union Market shop turns 2 on Sunday! Come celebrate all weekend!”
Congrats on the 2 year anniversary too! Anyone stop by the new Logan spot? If so how does it compare to the one at Union Market?
1541 14th Street, NW
From an email:
“Etto is finally opening at noon on weekends! Look forward to our new brunch options like house-made yogurt with granola, sandwiches (including a smoked salmon tartine), and a killer bacon and egg pizza (photo below).
We’ll be pulling espresso drinks all day long, and you can take your pick of joining us in our cozy dining room or al fresco on the new heated patio.
We’ll also serve a condensed version of our regular menu, and we’re not straying too far from our roots, so expect some great rise and shine cocktails–think Bloody Marys with…you guessed it! ANCHOVIES.”
bacon and egg pizza courtesy etto
This rental is located at 1441 Rhode Island Avenue, Northwest. The listing says:
“Large, light-filled studio on the front of the building facing south. Contemporary open floor plan features entry hall with laundry CL, open kitchen with gas range and large living area with bedroom alcove and oversized walk in closet. Large bath with deep soaking tub, wood floors, tall ceilings, crown molding, track lighting and two storage lockers. Building has a concierge and fitness center.”
You can see more photos here.
This studio is going for $1,850/Mo.
Thanks to a reader for sending:
“It’s a permanent front yard garden scene in the 1400 block of Q St that was decorated for the holiday. I’ve dubbed it The Valley of the Dolls.”
1333 14th Street, NW
Slipstream turned out pretty sweet (on 14th just below Rhode Island near Churchkey.) Anyone take an early taste/sip?
1529 14th Street, NW
CityLab (rhetorically? sarcastically?) asks Is Vandalism Ever the Answer to Noisy Neighbors?
“And at about 11:30 at night, someone (or someones) who lives above this comfortable, 80-seat sports tavern [Drafting Table] became so enraged by the noise that he or she (or they) actually physically climbed onto the roof to mess with the bar’s satellite dish.”
For those that missed the finale Washington 20 – Dallas 17…
1612 14th Street, NW
As a big fan of Republic – I’m very excited about this!
From a press release:
“Pearl Dive Oyster Palace is pleased to announce a new executive chef, Colleen Conrad, who joins the restaurant from its sister establishment, Republic in Takoma Park, where she worked as sous chef, alongside co-owner and executive chef Danny Wells.
Conrad, who has come up through the ranks of Black Restaurant Group, starting out as a junior sous chef at Pearl Dive, and working her way to opening sous chef at Republic, has a strong commitment to quality sourcing and letting ingredients shine on the plate. After a semester abroad immersing herself in the food culture of Seville, Spain, Conrad decided to switch academic focus and enroll in the culinary program at Johnson & Wales in Charlotte, NC.
Her food philosophy is simple: use the best quality, properly raised ingredients, and handle them with respect. She emphasizes the immense care that she and the rest of the kitchen staff have for the products they utilize, often going on staff field trips to the farms where they source their products.
Since joining Pearl Dive this fall, Conrad has worked to add her personal touch to the menu, and recently debuted several new dishes on the dinner menu, including:
Crispy Brussels Sprouts Salad with fall greens, pickled red onion, smoked Marcona almonds, Benton’s ham, Meyer lemon vinaigrette, Creole mustard crème fraîche ($11)
Coriander and Panko Crusted Fluke with jicama and apple slaw (jicama, apple, jalapeno, orange, lime, cilantro, fennel tops) fennel and sunchoke purée, roasted fall vegetables ($26)
Wood Grilled Market Fish with roasted cauliflower, snow peas, and seared mushrooms, served over a smoked paprika and sweet onion cream sauce, and fines herbes ($25)
Whole Wood Grilled Bradford Bay Farms Black Bass with confit sweet potatoes, sautéed winter greens, spicy peanut sauce ($26)
The dinner menu can be seen here.
In the coming weeks, Conrad will be adding dishes to the restaurant’s popular brunch menu.”