2007 14th Street, NW at U Street

From a press release:

Coming this April to 2007 14th Street NW, Crush introduces a unique bar experience that blends nostalgia with contemporary nightlife. This new venue, catering especially to the LGBTQ+ community, offers a cozy, inclusive space that reminisces about the times of record stores and basement hangouts with friends.

In its past life as a music store and radio supply shop, Crush transforms its legacy into a modern-day haven. (more…)



1262 5th Street, NE

From a press release:

Sid Gold’s Request Room, an experiential piano bar featuring live karaoke, announced today it will be opening in Union Market District by late March. Patrons take the stage with an accompanist and belt out a mix of pop, rock, soul and even punk (yes, you can play punk on a piano!), turning a night out into a night to remember. (more…)



1155 Connecticut Ave, NW

“Dear PoPville,

12:45PM today (Friday) I watched, dumbfounded, as 3 youths jumped out of a car and ran just 10 feet in front of me and hacked away at the glass, grabbed the goods jumped back in the car and sped off.” (more…)



1129 Pennsylvania Ave, SE

PhoneCommander writes: “Hope the Hype Cafe works this out…it’s a great little cafe, and I haven’t tried their Ethiopian food yet!”

Another reader writes in response to yesterday’s NuVegan post: “this same sign was on the door of Hype cafe in cap hill on sunday! I really hope it doesn’t mean they’re closed—I love that place!!”

You can see their menu here, hopefully reopening soon.


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