1821 14th Street, NW
Back in Jan. we heard some scuttlebutt that Immortal Beloved Hair Salon would be moving into Muleh’s retail space at at 1831 14th Street, NW. Last week Muleh quietly opened in their new space a few storefronts away at 1821 14th St, NW in the former Lux Design Store. Looking good:
A worker inside Muleh says that Immortal Beloved will move into their old space after an extensive renovation.
1831 14th Street, NW
1939 12th Street, NW
A couple weeks ago we noted a Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt was coming to the retail space of the Moderno building at 12th and U St, NW. Signage is up and they’re hiring. Thanks to all who sent emails.
919 U Street, NW
Tacos out, German beer garden in! Back in June 2011 we first learned that a spot called El Ray (not to be confused with the Elroy) would be coming to the vacant lot next to Dodge City on U Street. Originally we heard there would be a taco stand but I spoke with one of the owners (same owners as Marvin, Gibson, Chez Billy, Satellite Room, Hanoi House) who tells me plans are for a German beer garden that will be built out of shipping containers. Tacos are obviously out and they now plan on serving German sausages etc. Food will be served “dim sum style” and they plan on having a take out window on U Street. No word on the name yet but if all goes well they hope to open in Fall 2013. Stay tuned.
928 U Street, NW
Jamaican Joe’s opened up at 928 U St, NW back in Aug. 2011. We judged them in Dec. 2012. I stopped by yesterday and was told they’ll be closed for about three weeks while the inside gets “upscaled”. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out.
2106 Vermont Avenue, NW
From an email:
Every Tuesday thru Friday
Tall Boys of PBR, Miller Lite and Natty Boh, Drafts of Miler Lite and Tecate Cans
4pm to 5pm $1
5pm to 6pm $2
6pm to 7pm $3Heineken Tall Boys
4pm to 5pm $2
5pm to 6pm $3
6pm to 7pm $4Sam Adams Lager, Summer Ale and Yuengling
4pm to 5pm $2
5pm to 6pm $3
6pm to 7pm $44pm to 7pm
16 oz Hurricanes $7
16 oz Sweet Tea Vodka and Lemonade $7
House Malbec or Pinot Grigio $3
Bulleit Bourbon or Bulleit Rye Half Price ($5)
1926 9th Street, NW
In Oct. 2012 Cause opened up just south of U Street at 1926 9th Street, NW. You can see their menu here. Any fans?
2208 14th Street, NW
From an email:
“Monday, May 20th we will open our doors for a Soft Opening to let you sample our delicious food at 50% discount through the week. Help us train our staff, so we can meet your expectations and serve you better in the future!”
Ed. Note: See the extensive renovations at Piola here.
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From MPD:
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Unit are investigating a traffic fatality which occurred in the intersection of 11th and U Streets, NW.
On Thursday, May 16, 2013 at approximately 10:05 am, a Nissan Altima was traveling east bound on U Street in the center lane towards 11th Street. Upon entering the intersection at 11th Street he struck a bicycle that had entered the intersection traveling south bound on 11th Street. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision.
The bicyclist, 50-year-old Andre Brands was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
The driver of the Nissan Altima did not sustain any injuries.
This case is currently under investigation.
13th and U Street, NW
The folks from &Pizza coming to the former Quiznos space outside the U Street metro have applied for a liquor license:
“New Restaurant to prepare and sale Pizza and prepared pizzeria food products. Seating Capacity is 10. Total occupancy load is 13.”
I was a little surprised that the seating capacity is only for ten but now that I think about it, that’s about the same capacity as the former Quiznos. You can see they are coming along nicely and should be opening very soon:
Photo courtesy @snizzlesnazzle
@snizzlesnazzle writes:
“DC peeps steer clear of 15-16 NW between T and V. Bomb threat right around sbux.”
@MuddyMaeSuggins writes:
“16th and U intersection closed because of suspicious package? My boyfriend can’t leave the building (i live on that intersection)”