Thanks to James for sending for sending word on D.C.’s newest Chick Fil A.
NoMa (Near Northeast)
“Dear PoPville,
This year’s NE EATS will be at Dock 5 on April 28th! The Washington Jesuit Academy (WJA)–a tuition-free school for young men grades 4 through 8 from underserved communities–is once again rallying some of DC’s best local food and beverage producers for the event. We’re expecting 40+ vendors–including 5 local breweries, 2 local distilleries, and a wide variety of food options.
Tickets are $75* and include all tastings. Proceeds go directly towards the mission of the Washington Jesuit Academy.
*Children under 8 are free, and kids activities will be provided.
For an updated vendor list and ticketing information, please visit the NE EATS website.”
This rental is located at 1149 Abbey Place, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1650 / 1br – 650ft2 – Awesome One Bedroom in NOMA
Come check out this awesome one bedroom, one bathroom apartment. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a lovely butcher-block countertop. The floor is finished with large tiles throughout, with the exception of the bedroom having carpet. The apartment is laid out quite nicely and has a ton of space! The home also has two outdoor spaces. (more…)
hahaha thanks to Samantha for sending. Now my second favorite park sign in NoMa. Stay tuned for Swampoodle Park coming “early 2018”, not to mention the underpass art parks.
I’m still waiting on Wagamama too.
The placard for The Eleanor says:
“New Class “C” Tavern featuring upscale bar food, pinball, and arcade games, with 160 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 295. Licensee is requesting a Summer Garden Endorsement to include 52 seats, and an Entertainment Endorsement to include indoor Live Entertainment.”
From a Craigslist post:
“The Eleanor will have bowling lanes, skee ball, arcade games, and live music. We have 20 taps which will exclusively feature beers from Maryland, DC, and Virginia. We will be open 7 days a week serving lunch, dinner, and brunch.
Pig roasts, lamb roasts, and crab boils are just some of the events we have planned for the spring and summer months. We will feature raw bar items, seasonal entrees utilizing proteins and produce from MD and VA. We will focus on sustainable seafood offerings from the region. Our core menu will change at least four times a year and we will have a strong specials program in addition.”
100 Florida Ave, NE
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
I was walking on 3rd Street NE between L and M Street at 7:55 a.m. on Tuesday when I saw a heavyset man with a hoodie and sweatpants walking toward me exposing himself. I filed a police report, and I also wanted to give everyone else a heads up. I know there have been other reports of a flasher in NoMa. I wonder if this is the same guy.”
1309 5th Street, NE
From an email:
“This Saturday, April 7th, sushi restaurant O-Ku, will host an omakase pop-up in Union Market from 12pm – 4pm, previewing their offerings before officially opening near Union Market (1274 5th Street, NE) later this spring.
courtesy O-Ku
Executive Chef Bryan Emperor, who has studied the art of Japanese cuisine for over twenty-five years, helming some of the top restaurants world-wide, will create six courses of sushi and sashimi, including Wagyu Croquettes and Tasmanian King Salmon Sashimi, followed by Japanese dessert and tea. Guests can enjoy the full omakase menu for $40 per person (excluding tax and gratuity). Seatings will begin at the top of every hour at the eight-seat counter, on a first-come, first-served basis and reservations will not be accepted. (more…)
Florida and 4th Street, NE
From Trader Joe’s:
“WHAT: On March 30th, Washington D.C.’s fourth and largest Trader Joe’s location will open its doors to customers. The nearly 20,000 square foot store in Union Market will feature 17 cash registers and murals that pay tribute to Union Market, Galluadet University’s Bison mascot, Ivy City and the other D.C. Trader Joe’s locations. Hours of operation for the new store will be from 8am-9pm daily. On opening day, Store Captain Rebekah Eagle, a 12-year veteran of the company, and Crew Members will be on hand to greet and assist customers. The grand opening celebration, complete with live music and food tastings will take place moments before the store officially opens for business.
WHEN: Friday, March 30, 2018
7:55am Ceremony begins
8:00am Store opens for business
WHERE: 350 Florida Ave. NE”
And thanks to a tipster for sending word about a Streets Market and Cafe coming to Noma too. Streets confirms to me they’ll be coming to 51 M Street, NE in the ground floor of the new AVA NoMa apartment building. Updates as they get closer to opening.
Ed. Note: Streets Market opened their first DC location at 14th and Belmont Street, NW back in 2014 and the second at 1221 Massachusetts Avenue, NW back in July. They’ll be opening their 3rd location in the Brookville Supermarket in Cleveland Park.
Thanks to all who emailed the Sursum Corda news from the Washington Business Journal:
“Pennsylvania-based Toll Brothers paid a huge sum for the 6.7-acre site, which is currently approved for a redevelopment totaling 1,100 units.”
Updates when construction starts.
Thanks to Will for sending the coming soon for Blue Bottle coffee at Union Station. Looks like it’ll be on the main floor near the Laduree. Finally some competition for the Starbucks(es). In other Union Station news, which there seems to be a tremendous amount lately, Grant sends a photo of a new salon on the lower level:
