Thanks to MS for sending this vehicle that smashed through the thankfully empty storefront on Mass Ave NW between 4th and 5th: (more…)
Mount Vernon Squangle
400 block of K Street, NW photo by Ostap Yarysh
Ostap wrote us at 5:41pm Saturday: “Shooting in DC, on K str NW, next to Busboys and poets. At least one person injured.”
EB wrote: “Shooting in Mount Vernon Triangle on K St NW in front of A Baked Joint and La Betty. Multiple gunshots. At least one injured. I’d recommend avoiding the area.”
Alex wrote: “Yep this was scary. We were on the D4 bus westbound on K St NW when we heard the shots – at least 5. Had to lay on the bus floor.”
From MPD around 6pm Saturday: “Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 400 block of K Street. No lookout. DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411″ (more…)
4th/5th and L Street, NW
Readers reported hearing between 8-10 shots fired around 9pm Sunday night.
From MPD:
“The First District is currently investigating a shooting that occurred in the 400 block of L Street NW. (more…)
This rental is located at 5th and M Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,450 / 350ft2 – Sunny Mt Vernon Square Studio (Mt Vernon Sq, Shaw, Chinatown) (more…)
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5th and K Street, NW
Thanks to Eric and Dylan for sending: “Bartaco is coming to the old Busboys and Poets location at 5th and K”
They’ve applied for a liquor license which says: (more…)
Thanks to Greg for sending around 5:15pm: “On 9th Street at the Convention Center.”
Colin also asks: “So a tank and a couple other armored military vehicles traveled down Florida Ave with a police escort a few minutes ago. Anything announced about that?”
Chris replied: “Probably headed to the Convention Center for an Army conference“
200 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Check out the menu here.
From a press release:
“Today, chef David Deshaies and Restaurateur Eric Eden announce an October 5 opening for L’Ardente, their stylish contemporary Italian restaurant located at 200 Massachusetts Ave. NW in Capitol Crossing, the ultra-modern green development in downtown D.C.’s East End neighborhood. The 9,000 square foot space will be the first operational restaurant in the development, with 180 seats, including 20 at an elevated island bar and private dining areas seating up to 25. An expansive all-season patio, conditioned with misters and heaters, will follow soon after opening. L’Ardente will initially open for dinner Monday through Saturday, with lunch and brunch service to be added shortly after. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
There are few streets that escape the wrath of DC Parking enforcement. The odd numbered side of 9thSt NW by the intersection of 9th & O St was one of them – until this morning [earlier this week]. DC Parking has been installing paid permanent placards from O to the convention center. Knowing the operating model of parking for the city, is there any widespread notice before this happens, or should those parked that didn’t see the signs go up in a matter of hours expect an immediate parking ticket?“
photo courtesy Richard Sandoval Hospitality
From a press release:
“dLeña by Chef Richard Sandoval is excited to announce the launch of its Día de los Muertos multi-sensory dining experience this fall. From Tuesday, October 5, through Tuesday, November 2, guests are invited to experience the senses in an immersive campaign at the Mount Vernon Triangle modern Mexican concept. (more…)
This rental is located at 470 Ridge Street NW near 5th Street NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,895 / 2br – 1000ft2 – 2bdr townhouse for the price of an apartment (Shaw) (more…)