Chevy Chase

Pumpernickel’s Going Online Only, Arucola also leaving?

By Prince Of Petworth


5504 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Stuart for passing on from the Chevy Chase listserv:

“I was in Pumpernickels/Arucolo (5534 Connecticut Avenue, NW) on Sunday morning – and go the skinny from the owner. They will be going to online sales only as of April 1. They plan to do baking and preperation offsite – and then use the various food delivery services available (uber eats etc.) Apparently Arucolo is also leaving.”

Pumpernickel’s twitter has a post on December 10th 2018 saying “PUMPERNICKEL’S IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED.” However there is a yelp review from February that says:

“Was glad to find out that this shop is not closed but joined with the restaurant Arucola so you can still get bagels there at a makeshift counter in the back of the dining room (hours are 7:30-8 am to 2 pm daily). (more…)

22 Year Old from California Arrested “in reference to an Arson offense” at Comet Ping Pong

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Members of the ATF/DC Arson and Explosives Task Force, which includes members from MPD, DCFEMS, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, announce an arrest has been made in reference to an Arson offense that occurred on Wednesday, January 23, 2019, in the 5000 block of Connecticut Avenue, Northwest.

At approximately 10:44 pm, DC Fire and EMS and officers from the Second District, responded to an establishment, at the listed location, for the report of a fire. (more…)

Police Looking for Persons of Interest in an Armed Kidnapping Offense in Chevy Chase around 4:45pm

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Special Investigations Branch seek the public’s assistance in identifying two persons of interest in reference to an Armed Kidnapping offense that occurred on Thursday, January 17, 2019, in the 3600 block Livingston Street, Northwest.

At approximately 4:45 pm, one suspect approached the victim at the listed location. The suspect brandished a handgun and entered the victim’s vehicle. Two other suspects also approached and entered the victim’s vehicle. The suspects forced the victim to drive to the 3700 block of Legation Street, Northwest. The suspects then fled the scene with the victim’s property.

A nearby surveillance camera captured two persons of interest that can be seen in the photos and in this video: (more…)

Jake’s American Grill Closing Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Susan and ANC Commissioner 3F06 Monika Nemeth for passing on the news:

“I went to visit Jake’s (5018 Connecticut Ave.) this evening as they are in my SMD and was shocked to learn that they are closing permanently on Sunday. Apparently lease negotiations fell apart. They will be sorely missed.”

Jake’s American Grille opened here in February 2011. Before Jake’s this space was home to Uptown Cathay. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.


5018 Connecticut Ave, NW photo by Monika Nemeth

Morris American Bar will be doing a one night pop-up at I’m Eddie Cano, on Monday, November 26th

By Prince Of Petworth


5014 Connecticut Avenue, NW

From a press release:

“Morris American Bar, the whimsical Shaw cocktail haven helmed by master craftsman David Strauss, is popping up for just one night at Chevy Chase newcomer I’m Eddie Cano (located at 5014 Connecticut Avenue NW). The special evening will feature an array of cocktails from Strauss (manning the bar, alongside “shared” employee Doug Fischer), including riffs on classic Italian cocktails and Morris favorites. A selection of highlights include: (more…)

“A rabid raccoon has been captured in the vicinity of 32nd St. and Nebraska Ave. NW”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Pablo Raw

From the D.C. Department of Health:

“A rabid raccoon has been captured in the vicinity of 32nd St. and Nebraska Ave. NW. If you came in contact with this animal call (202) 442-9143 or email [email protected]. Read about rabies here.”

The Washington Post reported:

“Three people in upper Northwest Washington have been attacked by a rabid raccoon, D.C.health officials said.

In a statement issued Monday night, the city’s Department of Health said the raccoon was captured “after attacking three people in the Chevy Chase neighborhood.”

Be safe Chevy Chase! Or is it Wakefield or Forest Hills? Be safe Washington D.C.!!

And I would like to take this opportunity to remind you of the legendary garbage truck raccoon.

I’m Eddie Cano, “family-friendly neighborhood Italian restaurant”, opening this week across the street from Politics and Prose

By Prince Of Petworth


5014 Connecticut Avenue, NW

From an email:

“I’m Eddie Cano – a cozy, family-friendly neighborhood Italian restaurant – will open in the heart of Chevy Chase (at 5014 Connecticut Avenue NW) this week.

About: I’m Eddie Cano (say it three times fast, and one will ultimately stumble upon the phonetic pronunciation of “Americano” in Italian) is the first independent venture from industry veterans Massimo Papetti (Assaggi Osteria, Cafe Milano) and former ThinkFoodGroup executive chef James Gee (Jaleo, China Chilcano).

Check out the menu and more: (more…)

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