405 8th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Just wondering if anyone knows what’s planned for the old Cafe Atlantico (and then MRKT) [Ed. Note: Don’t forget Azur] spot at 405 8th St NW? Looks nice – and we could definitely use some additional foot traffic at that end of the street. Googled The Clayton and nothing pops up.” (more…)
1250 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I walked by City Tap House on Connecticut Ave NW, south of Dupont Circle, and noticed it was dark and empty inside. Which I thought was odd, especially on a weekend. These signs were in the window. Looks like DC Health closed them temporarily for “violation of the DC food code regulations”, and the restaurant is claiming it’s due to “not having an updated business license”. (more…)
663 Water Street, SW courtesy Kilwins
From an email:
“Kilwins D.C opened its second location in the District of Columbia on Monday January 16th at The Wharf, the city’s preeminent waterfront destination (663 Water Street SW). Kilwins, best known for its original recipe ice cream and Mackinac Island fudge, began in Petoskey, Michigan and today has more than 150 franchised locations across the United States. Kilwins was founded in 1947 by Don and Katy Kilwin, who began the business as a chocolate and confections store. (more…)
1025 Vermont Ave, NW
Thanks to Mike for sending: “There’s no sign, but it appears the Grill Kabob on Vermont between K and L closed. The furniture is moved out.”
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
1811 18th Street, NW
A reader reports: “discovered this morning on a walk … sad” (more…)
Update from Union Market: “We are currently cooperating with law enforcement in their investigation. We are currently open and will be open regular hours tomorrow.”
Readers report around 4pm: “Heard 5-6 gunshots outside of Union market”
“Shooting at Union Market about 10 minutes ago. 6-7 shots fired.”
“At least 4 shots fired outside the doors of Union Market about 4pm. No apparent injuries.” (more…)
300 Massachusetts Ave, NE
Thanks to Brian for sending around 3:50pm: “Just… how.” (more…)
This rental is located at 1749 U Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$3,995 / 4br – 4.3.2.1 a Unique U Street 4 Bedroom,3 Bath, 2 Level Apt Exposed Brick (Dupont – Adams Morgan – U Street) (more…)
31st and Cleveland Ave, NW
Uh, questions remain: (more…)
