Shaw

Info on the new project Coming to 5th and Q St, NW in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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1601 5th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I wonder if you know what’s planned for the corner of 5th and Q N.W.? A new “Ditto Residential” sign went up recently. I recall perhaps a year ago some discussion of a small condo building?”

The developers respond via email:

“Developers Greg Brennan and Ditto Residential are proud to announce the construction of a 10,000 SF, 4 townhouse project in the hot desirable area of Shaw at the corner of 5th and Q Street. Given the fact that this corner is not historic, they will be razing the existing structures and starting from the ground-up. Each unit will be approximately 2,500- 4 bedroom/4 1/2 bath with rentable “in-law” suites in the lower levels. Outdoor terraces off each main living space along with over 500 SF of roof terrace makes these condo’s one of a kind. Underground parking for each unit. The developers are working with local firm McGraw/Bagnoli to create a brick/glass exterior and several designers to implement top of the line finishes for the interiors.

The property was purchased back in July 2013 and we are starting to break ground this month. Units should be ready for sale February 2015. TTR/Sothesby/s will be handling the outsales. This is an opportunity to own a property that has been built and designed from the ground-up in an area that is seeing unparalleled growth.”

Ed. Note: previously a rendering was posted here that was actually for a different project and has since been taken down.

Thai X-ing Waiting on Final Permits for new 9th Street Location, Current Florida Ave Location Remains Open and Will Continue to Operate

By Prince Of Petworth

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2020 9th Street, NW

On Monday a reader asked about the status of the new Thai X-ing location coming to 9th Street near the 9:30 Club. At that time a commenter said he heard that the current 515 Florida Ave, NW location would close after the new spot opens. Good news – that’s not true. I just heard back from the Thai X-ing team and they tell me that the Florida Ave location does plan on closing after 9th Street opens but only “for a very brief period to complete some building renovations.” As for the new 9th Street spot – there is no concrete date for an opening yet because they are waiting on final inspections.

Now Hiring – Dino’s Grotto and Macon Bistro

By Prince Of Petworth

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1914 9th Street, NW

Thanks to a reader for sending a couple updates on some coming soon spots – Dino’s Grotto is now hiring for their spot on 9th Street:

“Dino’s Grotto Comes to Shaw! Dino’s Grotto is opening soon. We support local and artisan food producers, sustainable production and seasonality. We are looking for floor staff including hosts and waiters/runners. We would rather train those with the right attitude than hire just for experience.

Our service style is team oriented, and waiters will also have runner shifts. You will need to learn a lot as our ingredients and recipes are very particular. This is not the palce for someone who goes by a fixed script or is used to corporate blandness and procedures. We want your personality to shine thru and be used to tell our story. We will be using the Breadcurm {I Pad based} POS system and we are active on social media.

We are a passionate restaurant that supports local farms and artisan production. Our menu changes weekly or more depending on the availability of local ingredients. We are hyper seasonal. Our cocktail program will reflect this: small producer, craft spirits will be combined with house made syrups, infusions, shrubs, tinctures and bitters in a weekly changing cocktail list. Our tap program will feature local brews and Italian boutique breweries. We will have great Barolos, Brunellos, Amarones & wines from Mount Eden and Littorai etc available by the glass on a wine keeper and a coravin.

If this is you, we need to talk. Send us your resume with a cover letter telling us why we should pick you! If you are local to Shaw, even better!”

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5520 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Macon Bistro is also hiring for their Chevy Chase spot:

“A fresh new neighborhood Southern inspired French bistro concept is opening a new location in the Chevy Chase neighborhood of the city.

We are conducting OPEN INTERVIEWS onsite for ALL positions both FOH and BOH — Servers, Hosts, Bartenders, Bussers, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwashers on :

Monday, April 7th from 11am to 7pm
Tuesday, April 8th from 10am to 6pm

If you have previous upscale casual restaurant experience, great energy, a strong work ethic and are ready to be a part of an awesome new OPENING TEAM then we want to talk to you.

Come down for an ON THE SPOT interview!”

Beau Thai Moving from NJ and R St, NW to 7th and P St, NW in new Jefferson MarketPlace this Fall

By Prince Of Petworth

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1700 New Jersey Avenue NW (at R St)

Beau Thai first opened at NJ and R St, NW back in 2010. In early 2013 they opened their second location in Mt. Pleasant.

Thanks to all who sent emails and tweets about Beau Thai’s big news:

We have signed a lease to move Beau Thai Shaw into a beautiful, new, large space at the corner of 7th and P Streets, NW in Fall 2014!

The new Beau Thai Shaw will occupy a prime corner retail space in the Jefferson MarketPlace development, across from CityMarket at O.

Beau Thai Shaw “2.0” will be about three times the size of our current restaurant in Shaw and will have a similar design sensibility and range of offerings as Beau Thai Mt. Pleasant, which we opened in February 2013. At the new Beau Thai Shaw, expect a beautiful dining room, a large bar with draught beer, tons of local and craft beers, and expanded wine and cocktail lists, and a large, more functional kitchen.

Our existing restaurant in Shaw will remain open at 1700 New Jersey Avenue, NW until we move to our new location!”

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7th and P St, NW – Jefferson MarketPlace

Brick Oven Pizza and Tavern Coming to 637 Florida Ave, NW in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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637 Florida Ave, NW

More big news for the 600 block of Florida Ave, NW – a recent liquor license application says this will be a:

“New Tavern with American food specializing in brick oven pizza. Live entertainment with DJ, dancing and cover charge. Occupancy load is 450. Summer Garden. (15 SEATS)”

They’ll be located right next door to the new IChing Asian restaurant still being built out:

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This is also across the street from the new Aroma pizzeria take out at 634 Florida Ave, NW:

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Eyesore at 9th and O St, NW Finally For Sale in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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Image via google maps. Note currently the building has been painted gray.

Thanks to a reader for sending:

“This horse’s a++ is finally for sale. Old carry out corner of 9th and O. Across from Cambria Suites hotel and Azi’s Cafe.”

The Craigslist ad says:

“1400 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
$5,000,000

KEY FEATURES
Bedrooms: 2 Beds
Bathrooms: No Baths
Floors: 2
Parking: None Other
Laundry: None
Lot Size: 1300 Square Feet
Property Type: Multi-Family
DESCRIPTION
Potential Investment opportunity, near new hotels ,grocery, convention center.
Historic District
Zoned CR2
Former Restaurant/Carry Out with apartments. .needs a developer with a vision“

Dear PoPville – What’s Going on with the new Thai X-ing?

By Prince Of Petworth

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2020 9th Street, NW

A reader asks:

“Saw this on 9th st across from 930 club and next to the gas station. Are they moving or expanding?”

We’ve been eagerly anticipating this new spot by the 9:30 club – it’s gotta be opening very soon (I’ve sent an inquiry to the owner and will update when he responds). We previously learned that the original 515 Florida Ave, NW location will temporarily close while this new location gets started. Updates on opening dates when they are released.

MPD Seeks Information on Hit and Run with Injury 7th St and Rhode Island Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking information from the public regarding a Hit-and-Run crash which occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at approximately 9:31 pm at the intersection of 7th Street and Rhode Island Avenue, NW. The crash resulted in serious injuries to a pedestrian. The victim was struck by a stolen 1998 white Ford Windstar cargo van with DC tags DT-8537. The vehicle was reported stolen earlier in the day from the 3200 block of O Street, NW. The van fled the scene, but was recovered on Sunday, March 30, 2014.

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Anyone with information about this case should call 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.”

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