1526 U Street, NW
Zina Boutique is having a going out of business clearance sale on U Street. Prior to Zina this was the home to Match Clothing. Nearby Rock It Again vintage clothing store closed in June and became The Press dry cleaners.
U Street
1914 14th Street, NW
In early January we learned the Trader Joe’s coming to 14th and U Street would be opening the week of March 21st. I’m told that is still accurate. A new sign and a peek in the window reveals they’re getting close:
1830 14th Street, NW
Progress continues at the Amsterdam Falafel Shop coming to 14th Street across from Bar Pilar south of T Street. And they encourage everyone to take a peek inside, everyone:
As of Saturday:
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1334 U Street, NW
@mcbyrne tweets us the photo above on Saturday afternoon:
“Ha ha @Yelp reviews coming to life.”
@amdavinci1474 tweets us the photo above:
“New Reeboks are released today at DTLR. I live around the corner, there are lines a couple times a month”
Though @therealmarta tweets us:
“Wondering why folks are lined up with tents and folding chairs around the corner of 14th and Florida.”
“checked their instagram [@Palace5ive] and apparently it’s some “Tiffany’s” Nikes. Come out tomorrow at 11 am! Brr.”
So either new Reeboks or new Nikes or both are coming out today or tomorrow and will be available at DTLR and/or Palce5ive…
1418 U Street NW
Back in April 2012 we learned Utopia would be closing for 14 months due to construction. On the 1400 block of U Street the only business to reopen has been DC Noodles.
@Wolridges tweets us:
“Hey @popville, do you know if U-topia has closed for good? Their Facebook page says “permanently closed.” #sayitaintso”
Hmm, I thought I saw some construction going on but their listed phone number and website are no longer working. Anyone else hear anything? Utopia’s website used to say:
“Jamal Sahri Opened Utopia in 1990, establishing its place as a cornerstone in the U-Street community. Offering an ideal local for location for folks to gather, share ideas, music, food, and art. The restaurant has served as a venue for chefs, artists, musicians, community groups to express, relax, share and enjoy the things that make life utopian.”
14th and U Street, NW
An interesting tweet from @WashBizNeibs about a permit for the McDonald’s at 14th and U:
“Permit issued Thursday for big changes to McDonald’s at 14th and U. New facade. McCafe. Remodeled bathrooms, etc.”
Gotta keep up with the Joneses I guess.
1359 U Street, NW
The Wydown has now popped up at Patty Boom Boom and is open 7 days a week from 8-4 Saturday-Sunday and 7-12 Monday-Friday.
Previously the Wydown Coffee Bar had popped up across the street at 1320 U Street, NW before closing in mid-December. The pop up at Patty Boom Boom is expected to last a couple months until their permanent space at the new Louis Development by 14th and U St, NW is completed.
1904 14th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Rapid development over the past several years, on 14th street NW, has caused various changes to the once not so favorable neighborhood. Policy being one of the first restaurants on 14th street has operated under one of the strictest Settlement Agreements, once called Voluntary Agreement. Among other things, this agreement forced them to close one hour earlier then surrounding establishments with the same type of license.
The Settlement Agreement is the agreement that the Alcohol Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) requires each liquor license establishment to negotiate with numerous groups including citizens. It has been debated that these agreements can cause unfair competition among establishments.
After four years of patiently waiting the expiration of the agreement, and a clear record to stake their claim, Policy has received permission from ABRA to operate with full operating hours. Through the diligent work of attorney Andrew Klein and ANC Commissioner Noah Smith, Policy was able to successfully renegotiate a new Settlement Agreement which now puts them on the same playing field as the surrounding restaurants. With the new agreement, Policy has the option to operate until 2am during the week and 3am on the weekends. In addition, they were also granted the ABRA extended holiday hours.”
1919 14th Street, NW
You like the way it turned out? I’m digging it.
Apartments are now for lease:
“We are located on 14th Street, NW between T and U Streets, and we offer contemporary studio, junior one-bedroom and one-bedroom apartments, created with the discerning urban resident in mind.”
Studios start at $1875/Mo. and 1 beds start at $2,225/Mo. You can see all the Floor plans here.
14th and T Street, NW
Quite the upgrade from this:
