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Bandido Torta Pop Up Returns to Dodge City, Taqueria Coming Next Door Will Open in Late Dec.

Published November 12, 2013 at 12:00PM

917 U Street, NW

Ed. Note: The Taqueria from the Hilton Brothers opening next door to Dodge City is looking at a late Dec. opening. Stay tuned for more info on that front soon.

From an email:

“After an overwhelmingly positive response, Dodge City is happy to say that the Bandido is back! Beginning November 11 Tortas Bandido will once again take over our grill for the next four weeks. Chef Paul Challan has been hard at work crafting recipes for the season. He brings a brand new menu of Mexican sandwiches available every Mon.-Wed. 6-10 PM. Get there early and enjoy a torta and a spicy soup to keep you toasty this fall!

TORTAS
Roasted turkey breast, turkey skin chicharron, lettuce, avocado, pickled jalapenos, mayo, black beans, green salsa

Beer braised beef short ribs, caramelized onions, Muenster cheese, pickled jalapenos, black beans, red salsa

Muenster cheese, Monterey Jack, queso fresco, pico de gallo, black bean, lettuce, red salsa (vegetarian)

SOUPS
Tortilla Soup: Vegetable-tomato broth, tortilla strips, Muenster cheese, avocado, chiles (vegetarian)
Pozole: Mexican pork stew, hominy, lettuce, avocado”

Rosies & Rockers Boutique Coming to 13th and U Street, NW in Late Nov.

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 11, 2013 at 10:22PM

13th and U St, NW

Thanks to a reader for sending word that a new boutique, Rosies & Rockers, is moving into the former Boundless Yoga space on the second floor of 13th and U Street, NW.

Check Out a Rendering of the Atlantic Plumbing Project Coming near the 9:30 Club

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 8, 2013 at 1:30PM

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Check out this awesome rendering David Garber tweeted of the Atlantic Plumbing project coming to 8th and V St, NW. Gonna be a hell of a transformation:

November 2013

Awesome Yarn Bombing on U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 8, 2013 at 12:45PM

Smith Center building yarn bomb

Thanks to the folks from Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery for sending these great photos:

“Against the Bias — Opening Reception – Nov. 8, 7-9pm, running through Dec. 21st (Gallery Hours Wed-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 11am-3pm) Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery – 1632 U St. NW”

Gallery & Sign yarn-bomb

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 6, 2013 at 3:00PM

1444 W Street Northwest

This rental is located at 1444 W Street, Northwest:

The listing says:

“Optimum Location! Short distance to the Metro, shopping and dining! Beautiful hardwood floors, great natural light~.A must see!”

You can see more photos here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,650/Mo.

Trader Joe’s Begins Build Out at the Louis Project at 14th and U – Could Open as early as this February!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 6, 2013 at 11:30AM

To be located on 14th Street just north of T Street

“Dear PoPville,

I was wondering if you know what the status of the Trader Joe’s that is supposed to come to the Louis at 14 complex? Previous reporting said the end of the year but I walk by that place often and it doesn’t look close to complete. With winter approaching I wonder if it will be pushed back to next year.”

Great news from the folks at Louis at 14th – they tell me that Trader Joe’s has begun their build out of the space. If all goes well they will most likely open up in February. Trader Joe’s will be located in the space right next to Taylor Gourmet (in photo above) and will incorporate the old El Paraiso restaurant facade into their store. I’m also told they will use some of the old bricks for an exposed brick wall in the northern part of the store. February can’t come soon enough!

14th and U Street, NW

#Awesome

You Can Now Get G Sandwiches for Dinner and on Saturdays

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 5, 2013 at 12:00PM

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2201 14th Street, NW

From an email:

“Starting today, G, Mike Isabella’s 14th Street sandwich shop, is offering its sandwiches from 11am to 9pm Sunday through Thursday (takeout only after 5 p.m.), and 11am to 5pm Friday and Saturday. Sandwiches had previously only been available during weekday lunch hours.”

You can check out the menu here.

Double Stabbing Two Blocks from U Street Metro

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 5, 2013 at 9:30AM

From @DCPoliceDept around 2am last night:

“3D Dbl Stabbing-2200 blk 12th St NW/ LOF:2 B/M, S1-blue/gray jacket, S2- unk clthg”

Creme Not the Only Recent U Street Closure, Al Crostino Also Closes Next Door

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 4, 2013 at 11:30AM

1324 U Street, NW

Back before the explosion of new restaurant around 14th and U – Al Crostino was one of the first new exciting spots and also one of my favorites. I hope they find a new space soon! Last week they wrote:

“This is Al Crostino’s last weekend. Our landlord, JBG, has definitely decided to not extend our lease due to the upcoming condo construction.

We are looking for another location but in the meantime, my mom, chef-owner, will cater parties, do cooking classes and will be your private chef. If you are interested please email or call her at [email protected]/202-797-0523

We, thank you for all your support and patronage throughout the years.”

You can see Al Crostino’s menu here.

Creme Closes on U Street Moving to Capitol View Building at 14th and Chapin St, NW, Opening Early 2014

By Prince Of Petworth

Published November 4, 2013 at 10:30AM

1322 U Street, NW

Big news for one of U Street’s most popular brunch spots – Creme is moving:

A liquor license posted outside 2438 14th Street, NW in the Capitol View building says:

“This is new full service restaurant serving American Cuisine. Total # of seats is 60 and the occupancy Load is 60, number of seats for the sidewalk café is 10.”

You can see Creme’s menus here.

CityPaper also reported:

“Owner Tegist Alayew says the building that houses Creme Cafe at 1322 U Street NW is being torn down to make way for a new apartment complex.”

2438 14th Street, NW

The Capitol View building is located on 14th Street, NW between Belmont and Chapin and will also be home to Streets Market and Cafe as well as Love ‘N Faith Community Cafe.