From the Old Takoma Business Association:
“The 42nd annual Takoma Park Street Festival will take place on Sunday, October 1st, 2023 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and once again will fill the streets of Takoma Park with music, artists and makers, community groups, green companies and great food.
Music: Read More
7006 Carroll Ave
From a press release:
“Popular Takoma Park Vietnamese food truck, Muoi Tieu (pronounced “mooey tew”), will be moving into the former Mark’s Kitchen space (7006 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park) this fall as a Vietnamese bistro and market concept. Read More
“People’s Book Opening in Takoma Park. Independent bookstore opening this Tuesday!”
From an email:
“People’s Book is excited to announce its launch this Tuesday, June 27th in the heart of Takoma Park at 7014-A Westmoreland Ave. The store has a diverse selection of over 12,000 books, with a special focus on childrens’ literature, local interests, new releases and independent magazines. The inventory also includes book-themed gifts, locally roasted drip coffee, kombucha, and other beverages and treats. A grand opening celebration will be announced at a later date. Read More
7006 Carroll Ave
Thanks to Beth for passing on from the Old Takoma Business Association:
“Letter from Mark Choe, owner of Mark’s Kitchen, as he closes the doors after 32 years:
To My Friends in Takoma Park and Beyond,
Even at night, when I’m alone sweeping the dust from beneath the tables, I never feel that the restaurant is empty. I see children’s feet swing, with the knowledge that time will bring their toes closer to the floor, closer then, to boundless futures. I see laborers rushing bites in-between shifts, long-estranged relatives in leisurely conversation, and lovers young and old renewing their mutual mastery. I see a million faces or more, and yet it all strikes me as one, a great social organism which I have nurtured as my own these past thirty-two years. Read More
6939 Laurel Ave.
Back in March we learned that Motorkat would be opening in the former Republic restaurant space. They’ve now opened and you can check out their menu here.
Hours are listed as: Read More
314 Carroll Street, NW
From Old Takoma Business Association:
“Sticky Fingers, the beloved woman-owned, vegan, DC bakery is heading to Takoma this fall. Sticky Fingers will open a retail bakery and commercial kitchen in the space formerly occupied by Soupergirl at 314 Carroll St, NW. The opening date is tentatively set for September. Read More
300 Van Buren Street, NW
J. writes: “I saw this burnt car with a bullet hole when entering the parking lot of the Takoma pool” Read More
Thanks to Jackie for sharing:
“Omg this is awesome! If you have to get your vehicle emissions inspected I would recommend the kiosk at 300 Van Buren Street, NW. Definitely faster than the station near Nats Stadium. Just manually enter the VIN and the whole process is 10 minutes! More people should know about this!!”
264-268 Carroll Ave NW (I was in Takoma last month and snapped some photos while the spaces were being renovated.)
RIP Electric Maid?
Main Street Takoma shares a link to this shocking sale via Loopnet:
“264-268 Carroll Ave NW
4,000 SF 20% Leased Retail Building Washington, DC $2,500,000
Investment Highlights Read More
314 Carroll Street, NW
From Your Main Street Takoma:
“Please join us in wishing Sara Polon, Soupergirl, well as she closes the Takoma retail location today after 11 successful years. The business is moving to a larger kitchen facility in the area to focus on grocery store sales and delivery. The next tenant (announcement coming soon) Read More
