rendering for 2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

From an email:

“We are excited to share information about a new full-service social bar and restaurant concept coming to Western Market in early 2022. ExPat Hospitality from partners Chef Tim Ma (American Son/Lucky Danger), Jonas Singer (Union Kitchen/Bling Dog Cafe) and Ben Sislen (Kingfisher/The Crown and the Crow) will open the group’s first venue at Western Market, joining the new food hall’s diverse tenants at 2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW. ExPat will be the largest restaurant in Western Market, offering an American style barbecue menu along with other southern staples. (more…)



1602 U Street, NW

Thanks to Allison for sending a shot of the roof at Local 16: “They just started tearing it up yesterday”

Local 16’s website still says: “We are temporarily closed for winter “hibernation” and planning to reopen soon. We will post updates here once we decide on opening date.”

Last we heard Local 16 was hoping to reopen in June. I’ve emailed the owner and will update when I hear back.



2317 18th Street, NW

Thanks to Chris for tagging us in the news from Pitchers DC:

“We will require proof of a covid vaccination until further notice at Pitchers/ALOHO [A League of Her Own] and masks per the Mayor. [Ed. Note: mayor’s order requires masks indoors starting Saturday.] We take guidelines and the health of our patrons and staff very seriously. We will accept a picture or hard copy of your Covid vaccination card. No exceptions, no arguing, no talking to the manager. (more…)



via google maps

From MPD:

“On July 30, 2021 at approximately 12:40 am the Fourth District was working a shooting in the 1400 block of Decatur Street NW. An adult male suffered a gunshot wound to the chest and was taken to a local hospital. One male suspect was taken into custody. The case is being investigated by the Fourth District Detective’s Office. If you have any information please contact 2027279099”



Photo by lorie shaull

From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:

“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) said she is very pleased that the House today passed her amendment to the fiscal year 2022 Legislative Branch Appropriations bill to prohibit the U.S. Capitol Police from enforcing the prohibition on scooters at the Capitol complex. The House subsequently passed the bill. The report accompanying the bill also contains a Norton provision directing the Capitol Police not to enforce the prohibition on sledding at the Capitol complex. (more…)



1401 Pennsylvania Ave, SE

From an email:

“Shelter will expand to 50 drafts, and open bar seating this Friday. As you know, the pandemic dictated a much tighter list when we first opened last September. This Friday, we will officially open at full capacity, as we originally intended. Expect no fewer than 20 low abv (5% and under ABV) brews on tap along with a host of rare and remarkable ales and lagers. (more…)


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