3077 M Street, NW
Just noticed the new signage at 31st and M Street, NW in the old Brooks Brothers space. Stay tuned for an opening date. (more…)
Neighborhoods
19th and L Street, NW
Thanks to Jon for sending the latest from the coming Mikey and Mel’s coming downtown:
“Workers were installing new signage today for Mikey & Mel’s at 19th and L NW (the former Corner Bakery space).
FWIW, I asked one of the workers when they expected to open and he simply said “soon”.” (more…)
Thanks to JP for sending from 17th and R Street, NW: “New artwork for the high heel race.”
From the High Heel event page:
“The Annual 17th Street High Heel Race is a time to celebrate the diversity of DC’s LGBTQ+ community and join thousands of costumed spectators cheer on costumed drag queens, drag kings and community members as they race down 17th Street NW. Lively and filled with local drag entertainment and much more, you won’t want to miss this DC tradition!
HIGH HEEL RACER INFORMATION: (more…)
3000 Georgia Ave, NW between Irving and Columbia Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Over the last couple of years Bruce Monroe park has become a pole of attraction for drugs and crime. Last year, the play area was vandalized. This year, the fence has been taken down already twice, presumably to obtain access after hours (see picture above). There is always a lot of trash scattered on the ground. It is not unusual to see people using drugs, and a few months ago someone died of overdose.
The situation, already regrettable, (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I witnessed a big white box truck hit a white SUV on 17th street heading down to piney branch in Mount Pleasant yesterday (Wednesday.) (more…)
Thanks to C. for sending from Capitol Hill. The plaque says: (more…)
2300 N Street, NW
Bar Angie’s IG says: “Coming soon to DC.
New upscale brasserie concept by the Balos Estiatorio Restaurant Group”
The liquor license placard for Bar Angie says: (more…)
1265 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Malbon’s website says:
“From day one, we’ve made the green the common ground. Founded in 2017 by culture and golf enthusiasts Stephen and Erica Malbon, our mission remains unchanged: to bring together diverse players, styles, and cultures through a shared love for the greatest game on Earth.”
Stay tuned for an opening date.
rendering of 620 Maine Ave, SW courtesy Urban Roast
From an email:
“I’m excited to share that Urban Roast, the beloved family-owned restaurant and cocktail bar known for its festive atmosphere, is opening its second location at The Wharf! (more…)
1301 H Street, NE previously home to Kitchen Cray
Thanks to G. for sending: “H Street is dead. Long live H Street.”
The liquor license placard for Alero H Street says:
“New Class C Restaurant with a seating capacity of 185 and a Total Occupancy Load of 200. Sidewalk Cafe with 40 Seats. Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.” (more…)