inside 3632 Georgia Ave, NW previously home to Walters Sports Bar
Now that we’ve stopped arguing about the curb appeal let’s talk turkey tahini – thanks to Alyssa for sending:
“Had a delicious meal over the weekend. Server was very enthusiastic about the food. Wish them success and hope they stick around.”
Feast your eyes on some dishes: (more…)
courtesy Lulabelle’s
From a press release:
“Lulabelle’s is back! Julie Wineinger, the owner of Willow and Lulabelle’s, announces that after a short hiatus Lulabelle’s will reopen on Tuesday, February 5th at 8AM. “Our team has been working really hard to expand our offerings and we are excited to introduce breakfast and lunch options,” said Wineinger.
The new menu is comprised of several family recipes including a Shipwreck Sandwich, which is an egg frittata between ciabatta bread and grilled on a waffle iron ( a sausage and vegetarian version are available). Wineinger states, “Lulabelle is the term of endearment that my Grandfather called my Grandmother so it was only fitting that the menu features one of her recipes – Hot Fudge.”
They now have several sandwich choices such as turkey, apple, swiss, with strawberry jam , hot ham and brie, and grilled cheese. A vegan sandwich is also in the works and should be available in the next couple of weeks. A collection of pastries plus drip coffee round out the new menu.
“It has been so much fun selecting all the new items for the shop (like fancy sprinkles and retro sodas) but I want our loyal fans to know that some things have stayed the same such as the candy, the Taharka Brothers Ice Cream, and the Lost sock coffee. We kept all the awesome of the original Lulabelle’s and just added more to it,” says Wineinger.
Menu (more…)
11th and Park Road, NW
The following letter was also sent to Mayor Bowser.
“We are writing you on behalf of a concerned group of residents in North Columbia Heights regarding the WMATA owned property at 11th and Park Road. It is our understanding that the District of Columbia has offered $2.1 million for the parcel to preserve it as a dog park but that WMATA must by law take the highest bid. If the city’s offer is not the highest bidder then a private owner will close the park and develop the property. In that case, we have heard that there is a push to turn the Triangle Park at Sherman Avenue and Park Road into a dog park. We would like to explain why that would be a bad idea and suggest a better alternative.
The Triangle Park as currently configured is one of the last multi-use green spaces left near an 11th and Park neighborhood that will see an additional 60+ condominiums added in the next several years within three blocks. Several hundred apartments and condominiums will be added within an eighth of a mile on Georgia Avenue in the same time frame. Residents regularly utilize the Triangle Park green space for church events, yoga, children’s play space, neighborhood parties and leashed dog walking. It is a truly multi-use space for the entire community that is used on a daily basis by the entire community.
If this park is enclosed and becomes a dog park, all other alternative uses will effectively come to an end. (more…)
3632 Georgia Ave, NW
Also formerly home to Walters Sports Bar. Anyone take an early taste?
Check out some of the menu: (more…)
Ed. Note: From the Lemon Collective’s Holley Simmons. From Holley:
“She Loves Me is a flower and gift shop that caters to those who appreciate beauty and want to learn more about the world around them. We’ll have a daily selection of fresh-cut flowers, available by the stem and in pre-made bouquets, as well as plants. Upstairs we’ll have classes of all sorts, including flower arranging, terrariums, flower crowns and more.
We have a selection of botanical-based products, including candles and skincare. We also serve as a gallery space for local artists, and with the exception of their one-of-a-kind artworks no product in the shop is over $150.
Photo by PoPville flickr user Kyle
From MPD:
“The 4th District continues to work on issues of concern in the Petworth neighborhood and would like to report 7 recent arrests for prostitution in conjunction with a focused operation in that area. These arrests focus on the tandem concerns of the criminality of prostitution and the issue of human trafficking.“
From Council Member Brandon Todd:
“At approximately 10:30 this morning [Tuesday], Metropolitan Police Dept. (MPD) officers responded to reports of a stabbing inside the restroom of E.L. Haynes Public Charter School, located on the 4500 block of Kansas Avenue, NW. MPD Chief Peter Newsham was on-scene this morning and provided the following information:
The 15-year old victim suffered a serious stab wound and has been transported to a local hospital. The victim’s wounds are non-life threatening and he is in stable condition. A 17-year old suspect, another E.L. Haynes student, is in custody. The weapon – a knife – has been recovered. (more…)
827 Upshur Street, NW
Upshur Street Books opened in the former Hair Impressions space on November 1st, 2014.
Slim’s Diner closed in early January. Updates as Loyalty Bookstore gets closer to reopening.
From an email:
Details. (more…)
Following the recent closures of Ruta del Vino and Hank’s Cocktail Bar there will understandably be many hot takes about Upshur Street and Petworth in general, let us remember that things with Slim’s Diner have been rough from the very start back in 2016. You can revisit all the ups and downs here.
Due to the private nature of the letter I’ve removed the investor letter from owner Paul Ruppert but the last day of service will be Sunday and I’ll be updating as we learn what becomes of the space.
Paul tells me:
“The current plan is to close on Sunday – but that is dependent on our staffing. We are considering our options for the future, including subleasing the space to another operator.
We are closing because our revenue is lower than our expenses and thus we are losing money. (more…)
Thanks to Leah for sending:
“New Hampshire Avenue & 7th Street NW shut down from Randolph to Shepherd. Multiple fire engines, ambulances, other department vehicles on site. Drivers probably want to detour!”
From DCFD: (more…)