5th and K St, NW
Thanks to Michelle (and Ales) for sending: “The yummy, vegetarian, fast-casual restaurant The Little Beet is going in at 5th and K NW in Mount Vernon Triangle! They previously had a restaurant in Dupont Circle, but it closed in 2019. So excited to see a new location pop up. No word on when that will be though.” Read More
Thanks to Denis for sending from 5th and K Street, NW. Looks like the artist is ‘sptheplug’ Read More
1239 9th Street, NW
From TallBoy:
“We’re Back!!!!
Monday-Friday 3pm to 12am
Saturday-Sunday 12pm to 12am
For Call in 202-465-4822, Uber Eats, and Pick up orders only
Also come grab your favorite beer and cocktails to go”
See their menu here.
Photo by Sheiny
It is unclear at this time if this has anything to do with the insurrection at the Capitol. This post will be updated when/if more information becomes available.
From MPD: “Alert: Shooting Investigation at 1636 hours in the 200 block of K St, NW. 1 suspect stopped.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911″
Readers reported: “Heard 5 quick gunshots and now there is one person on the ground holding himself. Police responded within about 120 seconds, corner of 3rd and I.”
“I’ve called 911 but shots were fired by 300 K ST NW @DCPoliceDept. I believe an ambulance is needed. Witnessing from my apartment window. Heard the shots.” Read More
1648 North Capitol Street, NW
From an email:
“With indoor dining unavailable in DC for the next few weeks, we thought now would be a great time to highlight two perfect (locally owned!) outdoor dining options in the District. The Pub & The People (Bloomingdale) and its sister restaurant, Present Company Public House (Mount Vernon Triangle/Chinatown) offer spacious private fire pits and table top heaters on their open-air patios. Read More
3rd and Massachusetts Ave, NW
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About those helicopters everyone started reporting around 7:30pm Saturday night, Alan Henney reported: “CRASH, BAILOUT and MANHUNT— i/a/o 2nd St and Massachusetts Ave NW-DC. Both Eagle and Falcon assisting after the suspect bailed from a carjacked auto that wrecked.”
via google maps
And in Foggy Bottom around 8:30pm:
“Alert: Armed Robbery Investigation at 2031hrs in the 2400 block of Pennsylvania Ave, NW. Lookout for two B/M’s, 20’s. Both armed with an AK-47’s. Fled in Gray Nissan Altima with temp tags and a black Lexus SUV.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911″
via google maps
From MPD:
“Alert: Shooting Investigation at 1414hrs in the 1100 block of Massachusetts Ave NW. No lookout
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911″
Update from MPD:
“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting inside of a building in the 1100 block of Massachusetts Ave NW. An adult male is being treated at an area hospital for a gunshot wound to the torso.
Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.
Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”
414 K Street, NW
Thanks to Dylan for sending the good word about Toscana Market opening in Mount Vernon Square. “Benvenuti to the First Italian Alimentare in DC” Read More
4th and I Street, NW
Thanks to Sofya for sending from around 11am: “EMS was on the scene within minutes, very efficient. Nobody seems to be hurt.” Read More
1108 K Street, NW
On Monday we, along with many others, posted about the fundraiser for Sakina Halal Grill Thanks to Scott for sending the update, as of 9:10am Friday they have raised $278,697.
“Kazi Manan introduced a new model of empathy and kindness in America when he opened his restaurant to every person who needs a refuge from their daily hunger. He has never differentiated between a paying or non-paying customer as he is constantly aware of his journey to success – and the difficulties along the way. Sakina Halal Grill has proudly served meals to the homeless independently and unsupported by any donations from patrons. Read More
