Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker shares the good news:
“I spoke with Chief Smith this morning and I’m glad to report that the decision to close DuPont Circle Park is being rescinded. The Park is central to the lgbtq community, and neighbors will be able to enjoy it this year for World Pride.”
Thanks to (another) Zach for sharing the original news: “This was emailed from the Mayor’s Office to a Dupont Circle ANC.” (more…)
50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE in the space previously home to Legal Seafoods
Easing the still fresh pain from the Pizzeria Uno closing comes this is a lovely bit of good news for Union Station – Wolfgang Puck Bar + Bites is coming upstairs! (more…)
623 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
Super sad news from Beuchert’s Saloon on Capitol Hill:
“As we approach the finish line of an amazing 13-year journey, we’re filled with gratitude for the community, friends, and family who’ve been with us every step of the way. We’re staying open for one final week, and we’d love for you to join us for a pint and share your favorite memories. Thanks for being part of our story.” (more…)
2305 18th Street, NW via google
Thanks to Mary for sending:
“After talking with an insider M5 nails on 18st has closed – they couldn’t reach a renewed lease agreement.
They’ve moved out of the neighborhood:
1915 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006” (more…)
19th and H Street, NW
Thanks to Noa for sending from Downtown: “Is this slipstream new at 19th and H?”
So far their website only lists their locations as 1201 New York Ave, NW and 1333 P Street, NW.
STAY TUNED.
713 D Street, SE
From Hill’s Kitchen:
“After 17+ years of owning Hill’s Kitchen, it is time for me to pass the baton. I am thrilled to introduce amazing people to continue the legacy of Hill’s Kitchen. After this weekend, Sarah and Miles will be the new owners of the store. They are excited to get to know you all, join our amazing Hill’s Kitchen community, and bring new energy to the store. – Leah (more…)
photo by Emma K Alexandra
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser was joined by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), the NoMa Business Improvement District (NoMa BID), and community members to unveil the newly transformed Mamie “Peanut” Johnson Plaza at the intersection of Florida Avenue and New York Avenue NE. The completion of this $41 million infrastructure project marks a major milestone in the Bowser Administration’s work to create safer, more accessible, and better connected corridors across all eight wards. The event also celebrated the completion of the Florida Avenue Multimodal Streetscape Project. (more…)
5108 MacArthur Boulevard, NW
Thanks to Catherine for sharing the sad news about The Fox at the Palisades, which only opened here in October 2024.
The Fox at the Palisades writes:
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce The Fox at The Palisades is closing as of June 2, 2025. It has been an incredible time, (more…)
801 H Street, NE
The official word from Aldi: “Come join us for our Grand Opening on Thursday, June 5th, 2025!” (more…)
4513 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to David for sharing the latest from “2D Noodles, in the old Starbucks storefront, looks to be shaping up nicely. The worker’s tell me they’re going with a “soft opening” this week.”
Peek inside: (more…)