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)”
Riddim raw juice bar is coming to the former 4NXC and Arzo space at 1019 U St NW. I hear that the owner of nearby Greek Spot is involved and their will be a music component as well. More info when the get closer to opening next month.
1320 U Street, NW
Last week we learned of a new coffee option popping up on U Street (eventually landing on 14th Street) – The Wydown. They opened on Monday and I just got word of their new hours:
Mon-Fri 7 am – 6 pm
Sat 8 am – 6 pm
Sun 8 am – 2 pm
2208 14th Street, NW
In early April we took a peek in the window of Piola Pizzeria coming to 2208 14th St, NW (just north of W.) Having stopped inside, that hardly did this incredible renovation any justice. They open to the public Monday but in the meantime you can see how great the space turned out:
second floor
Piola’s website says:
Piola’s cuisine is rigorously Italian: Simple and healthy. Piola’s pizza is thin-crust and well cooked, but above all, Piola’s pizza menu is very creative: the classic Italian pizzas are flanked by many other creations, all delicious and original.
But Piola is more, much more:
Piola opens its doors to culture, hosting film premieres, book and magazine events, art exhibitions and many other social and artistic activities.
You can see their Arlington menu here.
Lots more photos after the jump. (more…)
1407 T Street, NW
At long last BakeHouse also opens on Wednesday:
BakeHouse is a neighborhood coffee shop and bakery committed to providing a contemporary take on classic American baked goods.
Whether you’re grabbing some breakfast before work, meeting friends for lunch or a mid-day caffeine boost, or picking up a sweet treat on your way home from dinner, we’ve got the freshest and most delectable treats in town.
Our menu changes regularly to take advantage of the best local and seasonal ingredients, but we always have a selection of familiar favorites and exciting new flavors. Stop in and see what we’re up to!
More photos including the menu after the jump. (more…)
1939 12th Street, NW
A Menchie’s frozen yogurt is coming to long vacant retail space in the moderno building at 12th and U St, NW. You can see their menu here. Back in 2011 Teaism had plans to move into the space but unfortunately were unable to secure adequate financing.
Last month we we noted the changes with the old Polly’s sculpture/fence at 1323 U St, NW. A new sidewalk has gone in and the fence is now completely gone. I was told the owners may put up a more rustic wood fence to better match the decor of Desperados.
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