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Update: This was a delayed posting on the yahoo listserve it occurred Friday “12/7 at approximately 1:06 pm”
From MPD:
“Today at approximately 1:07 PM MPD responded to the 4600 block of 5th Street, NW for the sound of gunshots.
Once on the scene, several spent casings were recovered from the roadway.
No injuries or property damage have been reported at this time.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call 202 727-9099 or text 50411.”
Photo by DC Fire and EMS
Elle reports:
“Could see it all from my bedroom window…glad to see that no one was injured. That pupuseria was a total hidden gem too.”
Updates when we learn more on the status of Pupuseria Maria at 3915 14th Street, NW.
From DC Fire and EMS around 4am:
“Working Fire 3900 block 14th St NW. Fire 1 story commercial building containing several stores. Fire in 1 occupancy at present. Checking for extension. No injuries reported.”
“Update Working Fire 3900 block 14th St NW. Fire 1 story commercial building in 1 store with some extension to adjacent store. Fire knocked down. Hitting hotspots. No injuries reported.”
“Update Working Fire 3900 block 14th St NW. Fire under control. No reports of any injuries. Investigators on scene to determine cause.” (more…)
Thanks to all who messaged on Friday. Aisha writes: “First Ruta, now Hanks”.
Hank’s Cocktail Bar writes:
“Hank’s Cocktail Bar is boxing up shop on December 14th & moving to the 2nd floor of our flagship location, Hank’s Oyster Bar in Dupont Circle. Same great cocktails, same Hank’s hospitality, awesome new space. Stay up to date on social media for our January 2019 reopening date. It’s not goodbye… it’s see you soon!”
Ed. Note: Brief but beloved Ruta Del Vino closed last month on Upshur Street after two years in Petworth.
Hank’s first opened on Upshur Street as Twisted Horn back in January 2016. They changed names to Hank’s Cocktail Bar back in November 2016. Updates when we learn what becomes of the property. A look at the property’s transformation after the jump. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Almost daily someone is smearing bags of dog poop all over bikes at the 9th & Upshur Capital Bikeshare station! Can neighbors help keep an eye out so we can stop this gross vandalism?”
3937 Georgia at Shepherd St, NW
A reader reports:
“New restaurant on the corner of Georgia Avenue and Shepherd is from owners of Heat Da Spot (recent winner of People magazine’s best breakfast in D.C., located at 3213 Georgia Avenue, NW.) I was told that they’ve been renovating it for the past two years and are now nearly done. I have no idea what the cuisine is but will probably be quite similar to Heat Da Spot. It will open after New Year’s.“
3713 New Hampshire Ave, NW
Ed. Note: So what’s the word on Pho Viet USA?
From Greysteel:
“47 Feet of Retail Frontage Across two Storefronts and Renovated 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment
Opportunity to acquire a cashflowing mixed-use building across the street from Metro station entrance and with 47 feet of retail street frontage on two streets (more…)
847 Upshur Street, NW prior to opening courtesy Lulabelle’s
From the owners of Each Peach Market and Pear Plum Cafe:
“We are announcing that as of December 24th, 2018, Each Peach will no longer be the operators of Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop, choosing instead to focus on our other businesses in Mt. Pleasant. For the last year, Lulabelle’s has functioned as a collaboration between Emily Friedberg and Jeanlouise Conaway of Each Peach Market and Pear Plum Cafe in Mt. Pleasant and Julie Wineinger, owner of Willow Fashion. Each Peach was running the coffee and ice cream service, as well as all kitchen operations. “We are sad to leave Upshur Street and have loved getting to know a new neighborhood but ultimately, the logistics of having a kitchen offsite from our primary business location has proved to be difficult to manage.”
Lulabelle’s will close on Dec 24th for the Christmas Holiday and to make some adjustments to the space, and will reopen tentatively on January 8th, 2019. (more…)
800 block of Jefferson Street, NW
From MPD:
“On Sunday November 18, 2018, at approximately 6:25pm Fourth District members responded to call for sounds of gunshots, in the 800 block of Jefferson ST NW. Upon their arrival they located a victim, who had been shot multiple times. The victim was suffering from life threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
This case is actively being investigated by MPDs Homicide Branch. Anyone with any information is encouraged to call MPD on 202-727-9099.”
A reader reported:
“I heard eight or so shots. Heard a similar number near there yesterday [Saturday] at 8pm.”
Another reader heard the Saturday 8pm shooting was around 5th and Kennedy Street, NW.
It’s been a minute but Slim’s is finally back with dinner service! Check out the full menu here. Anyone take an early taste?
Hours are now listed as: “8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00”
Georgia and Upshur Street, NW
8th and Upshur St, NW
Thanks to all who emailed about the sad Ruta Del Vino news. On Friday night SAF wrote us:
“Just came home from happy hour at Ruta Del Vino. Apparently tomorrow is their last day. We are all upset about this.”
At request of the owners I didn’t post anything and was hoping to learn more info yesterday but I didn’t hear back from them.
Update from the owners:
“To our regulars and our wonderful staff, thank you for the many friendships we made over the last two years. To all of our guests: it was an honor to serve you.
We would love to hear from anyone interested in taking over the lease. It’s a turnkey opportunity on a very hot block. Anyone interested can reach us at [email protected].”
Based on the number of emails I’ve received this has really hit Petworth folks hard. Ruta del Vino transformed this corner two years ago: (more…)