2714 Georgia Avenue, NW
The placard for Sankofa says:
“A new Retailer’s Class C Tavern with a seating capacity of 83 and Total Occupancy Load of 136. Summer Garden with 53 seats.”
For those not familiar: “Since 1998, Sankofa has been a cultural center, bookstore and cafe devoted to people of African descent”
Ed. Note: Sankofa also applied for a liquor license back in 2011. Not sure if that went ever went through or not.
715 Euclid Street, NW
The evolution of 715 Euclid (near Banneker and Howard) continues with Chef Skip. Sounds very promising:
“Chef Skip started with the idea of a food truck that has now expanded into several locations in the 757 (Virginia Beach & Portsmouth). Chef Skip specializes in fried seafood and is known for the unique touch of an edible flower and a side of Chef Skip’s house sauce. (more…)
This rental is located at 3118 Park Pl NW near Kenyon St NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$3,800 / 4br – 1272ft2 – Beautiful 4 bed townhouse in Columbia Heights (3118 Park Pl NW) (more…)
2917 Georgia Avenue, NW
Back in November there were fears about a reopening. Thanks to Zach for sharing the great news:
“Bravo Bar on Georgia Ave has reopened and it got quite a facelift”
inside 2917 Georgia Avenue, NW photo by Zach Montellaro
Here’s what it looked like before: (more…)
via google maps
From MPD: “5.28.21 Assistant Chief Stuart Emerman provides an update regarding a shooting that occurred at 7th and Upshur Street, NW.” (more…)
Thanks to G Burton and everyone else for sending.
From DC Fire and EMS: “Update Working Fire 3500 block Ga. Ave NW. aggressive interior firefighting by #DCsBravest knocked down bulk of fire & limited extension in adjacent building. Continue to open up & hit hotspots. No injuries reported.”
From AlertDC: “DCFEMS reports the 3400-3500 block of Georgia Avenue NW, between Otis Place and Morton Street NW, will be closed until further notice due to fire activity. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route.” (more…)
2610 Georgia Ave, NW
A new liquor license placard for Shaleafa’s Kitchen says:
“A new class C Restaurant serving vegan cuisine. Seating Capacity of 12, Total Occupancy Load of 15. The License will include an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment.”
Stay tuned.
Thanks to Geordan and Daniel for sending: “a stem blew out from one of the valves.” (more…)
This rental is located at Quebec place near Warder Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,150 / 2br – 900ft2 – NEW 2BR/1BA Apartment, 1 block to metro in Petworth/Columbia Heights (more…)
2827 Sherman Ave, NW at Harvard
Thanks to Isabel for sending: “Noticed today that the De Rhum Spot seems to be open at Harvard and Sherman. Looks great and like a lot of fun. I know I’m looking forward to trying it!”
Check out their menu here.
Ryan also writes: (more…)