Awesome thanks to Grant for sending from JP. I think we know who’s gonna be included on the next mural…
U Street
Thanks to Hannah (and Adam) for sending: “Just saw this sign up at Creme, such a shame!”
Back in 2014 Creme moved from U Street to 14th Street. Back in the day, Creme had one of the most legendary brunches in town. End of an era for many, for sure. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
2436 14th Street, NW
900 Florida Ave, NW
Climax closed after a major fire back in July 2016. A liquor license placard for Lucy Bar and Restaurant says:
“A New Class “C” Ethiopian restaurant, serving fresh vegetarian food. The restaurant will have 89 indoor seats and interior occupancy of 104. The licensee is requesting a 24 seat Summer Garden. Total Occupancy Load of 128. The Licensee is also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to include Live Entertainment, both indoors and outdoors, as well as a Cover Charge, and Dancing.”
STAY TUNED.
looking north towards Duffy’s
This rental is located at 1717 U Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2795 / 2br – Lovely Apartment with Spacious Kitchen!
LOCATION: 1717 U Street NW #2 Washington DC 20009
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOME
• Awesome two-bedroom apartment in the U Street Corridor. (more…)
919 U Street, NW
From El Rey:
“We open at NOON on Thursdays and Fridays. Lunch time tacos + margaritas FTW! Also – we’ll be open at 11AM today for the World Cup match between Russia and Saudi Arabia.”
From MPD:
“Good evening. At approximately 11:45pm on Wednesday June 13, members of the Third District responded to the 1300 block of U Street NW to investigate an armed robbery of a citizen. At approximately 11:48pm, we were alerted to an attempted armed robbery of a citizen in the 2900 block of 13th Street NW. As officers and detectives were investigating these cases, at 12:22am, an armed carjacking took place in the area of 13th and Irving Street NW. (more…)
1610 U Street, NW
Congrats to Exiles celebrating 2 years on U Street!!
“We’re turning two this weekend and will be offering $3 beers and $5 Jameson all weekend.”
2017 14th Street, NW
Renée asks us:
“Is this true? Did I miss the news?!”
Although this is the note currently on the door:
Their Facebook confirms:
Quarter + Glory opened in the former Jin space back in January 2016. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
903 U Street, NW
Thanks to Andrew for sending. On April 30th Five to One posted on their Facebook:
“Got some big things in the works. Unfortunately, those things will take a couple days to get in place. We appreciate your patience as we will be working tirelessly over the next couple days. Keep an eye on our social media for updates.”
Updates when more is known.
This rental is located at 16th and U Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2999 / 2br – 800ft2 – $2999 – Fabulous 2BR/2BA Southeast-facing corner penthouse
Looking for tenants starting June/July 2018 for a 12+month lease. Gorgeous place, stunning view, ridiculously-convenient location.
Location: This building is on the NW corner of 16th and U. 3 blocks walk to U Street metro (Green/Yellow), 5 blocks to Dupont Circle metro (Red), many buses available right outside the door, and the Capital Bikeshare rack is down the street from Starbucks, which is across the street. It’s rated 96/100 on the walking score. There’s a free city pool 4 blocks away, a Vida gym with a rooftop pool directly across the street, very close to Safeway, Harris Teeter, Trader Joes, Wholefoods, hardware store, and there’s an iconic park (Meridian Hill) 2 blocks away, plus lots of restaurants and bars right nearby. This apartment is in the middle of most of the popular areas: Adams Morgan, Dupont, U Street/Shaw, 14th St, Columbia Heights, Logan Circle. It’s listed in the book “Best Addresses” in DC (2003). The location really doesn’t get better than this.
The apartment: (more…)