605 Wharf Street, SW

Thanks to Alisa for sending from the Wharf.

From Pitango Gelato & Coffee:

“Pitango’s seventh location will be opening in the Wharf Spring 2024. This location will specialize in serving authentic Italian gelato and sorbets as well as a robust craft coffee menu with house-baked croissants, cookies and pastries. Read More

20 District Square, SW

Thanks to Brian for sending: “The shop called a beautiful closet which sold women’s, men’s and kids clothes has closed and was fast to renovate and put up new signage for Lip Lab opening soon. Next to britches great outdoors.”

This rental is located at 1151 4th Street SW near M St SW. The Craigslist ad says: Read More

1100 15th Street, NW at L Street

Thanks to DD for sending the update. Little Chicken, opened in the hidden alley between L and M Street in Midtown Center in May 2022. Stay tuned for an opening in the Wharf this September.

Kandi reports: “Seeing this on my morning walk- looks like quite the event last night. This is just before the Harbor Patrol building, at the far end of the Wharf towards the Titanic Memorial. Read More

Thanks to Abby for sharing this parking masterpiece: “My coworkers and I were literally cheering her on from our office window at The Wharf! Maine Ave is the woooooorst”

Should you spot a quiet act of heroism, scooting or not, please send an email with a brief description and the neighborhood where it was witnessed to [email protected].

This rental is located at 301 G Street SW. The Craigslist ad says: Read More

From a press release:

“DC’s first Mobility Innovation District (The MID), spearheaded by the Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID), has officially launched its public transit program for Southwest DC and parts of the Navy Yard neighborhood with Circuit Rideshare.

The MID’s Circuit Rideshare program provides purpose-driven transportation services, utilizing a fleet of eight electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced transit technology to offer safe, accessible, efficient, and eco-friendly rides to users within the Southwest neighborhood. The program operates on a mobile app, enabling users to easily request rides and enjoy the convenience of on-demand transportation at a FREE rate through July and $2 a ride thereafter. Read More

DC Retro Boat – Violet, photo: Sea Suite Cruises

From a press release:

“Like something out of “Mad Men’, two classic fiberglass boats, circa 1958-1963, have been repurposed by Sea Suite Cruises, the DC-based party boat company, and are setting sail from The Wharf. The little party boats are the latest brainchild of Jack Maher and Jack Walten, co-founders of Sea Suite, the same guys who brought the Potomac Paddle Club Boats and Tiki Boats to DC. Read More

inside 635 Wharf Street, SW photo by Credit: Nicolas Castro

From a press release:

“Renowned restaurant brand Phillipe Chow is thrilled to announce that its first location outside of NYC opens on Wednesday, June 14 in Washington, D.C. at 635 Wharf St., SW.

Situated on the picturesque edge of the Potomac River at The Wharf, the buzzy mile-long waterfront destination known for its world-class collection of restaurants, retail, and residential communities, Philippe Chow is housed in a luxurious, 350-seat space (250 inside, 100 outside) designed by acclaimed local firm //3877.

“We couldn’t have envisioned a better home for our first location outside of New York, and we are elated to share with Washingtonians––and the global visitors it attracts––a taste of Chef Chow’s renowned style of Chinese cuisine, alongside the unparalleled service and high-energy ambiance that we pride ourselves in,” says Abraham Merchant, CEO of Philippe Chow.

An iconic restaurant for almost two decades, Philippe Chow’s first, and now flagship, location opened in Uptown Manhattan in 2005. Since then, the restaurant has remained an undisputed favorite among New York City’s power crowd––attracting athletes, musicians and film stars such as Rihanna, Jay-Z, Adam Sandler, and Mariah Carey (to name a few).

Known for his modern, flavorful, and theatrical style, Chef Chow—the brand’s visionary and namesake—is world-renowned for his Beijing-style dishes. Read More