U Street

Ethiopian Restaurant Hosting a Hootenanny Sat. Night

By Prince Of Petworth

Is it just me, or is this freaking awesome? An Ethiopian restaurant hosting a Hootenanny? Too good.

From a press release:

The Human County Jukebox, Washington D.C.’s premiere country and western band, will be performing at Axum Ethiopian Restaurant’s Level X-Lounge, 1934 9th Street, NW, on Saturday, November 6th. Doors open at 7PM, with drink specials running all night, including $4 beers and half-priced appetizers.

The Human Country Jukebox is a D.C. based, “classic” country band, playing hits by artists such as Hank Williams, Bob Wills, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash. Front man Jack “Big Texas” Gregori runs the Wednesday open mic night at Madams Organ, where he met the other members of the band. Local musician Clayton Halsey will open Saturday night’s show. Saturday is a unique opportunity to enjoy the perfect combination of great country music and delicious Ethiopian food.

Axum Ethiopian Restaurant’s Level X-Lounge is located at 1934 9th Street, NW, near the U Street Metro station. The newly renovated Level X-Lounge features lounge and bar seating, as well as an Ethiopian fusion menu with American favorites such as chicken wings, burgers, and salad. There is a $5 cover charge to attend the Saturday’s event.

Bank of Georgetown Branch Coming to U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Well, it’s not the most exciting development but I also like to note when storefronts get a new tenant. The former sales offices in the Ellington Building that has been papered over for a while (on U St, NW between 13th and 14th) is going to become a Bank of Georgetown branch. The space is located between a Bank of America and U Scream Ice Cream and Crepes.

Update on Old Church at 10th and V St, NW – ‘Shame on Sorg’

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

I snapped this ad hoc typographic addition to SORG’s sign in front of the historic church at 10th and V Streets, NW, that they have been deliberately allowing to fall unto irreparable ruin for years. It pretty much sums up the sentiment everyone in this neighborhood feels toward this disrespectful, terrible neighbor: SOS: Shame on SORG! Couldn’t agree more.”

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – U St./Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1836 11th St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Conveniently located in U street corridor & downtown DC.Modern design second floor apt. Enjoy U Street nightlife , restaurants, & shopping. Unit includes one off street Parking and Shared Patio, Luxury features:
Two Bedrooms – Two Full Ceramic Tiled Baths
Gas vented Fireplace/ Marble Mantel
Granite counter tops – frosted backslash.
Crown molding through out- Hardwood floors.
Stainless Kitchen Aide Appliances.
Custom cabinets.
Security / intercom systems and lots of Storage.
One year lease available 1 December.”

Do you think this is the whole house? Does $2825 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2 bath?

Dear PoP – Is DC9 going to be closed indefinitely?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Their web site just has info about donating to the legal defense fund for the staff involved in the beating.”

There was a meeting today saying that their liquor license will continue to be suspended for at least another 30 days. TBD writes:

“The co-owner of the DC9 nightclub has resigned from his role operating the bar and music venue, and four other employees have been let go, members of the District of Columbia’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Board learned Monday.”

The sticker on the front door at 1940 9th St, NW still says the license has been suspended indefinitely.

Everyone is still waiting to see what the medical examiner’s report concludes. But since all the parties involved have resigned or been let go – when do you think the club will be allowed to re-open?

Gori Cafe Becoming V Street Cafe

By Prince Of Petworth

I just noticed the new awning 1113 V Street, NW. This is the space that used to be Gori Cafe and had a phenomenal happy hour. I spoke to a neighbor who said that there will be new owners at the V Street Cafe and that the inside is getting renovated. I’ll be sure to post when they re-open which is expected in 2-3 weeks.

14th Street Revitalization Strategy Survey – Open Until Nov. 12th

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

As part of the process to get active participation in the 14th Street Revitalization Strategy, the Office of Planning has created a survey asking the same questions from the kick-off meeting held at Powell Elementary School on October 20, 2010.  For those who were unable to make it to the meeting, this is an opportunity to still be involved.  Is it possible to post this message so that more residents can have their concerns voiced?  More information about the plan can be found on our website at www.planning.dc.gov.”

And more info here as well.

Good Deal or Not? “Modern Design/Old World Charm Unite” edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1329 V St, NW:


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The flier says:

“Modern Design/Old World Charm Unite in this Renovated Row House located in DC’s Hottest Neighborhood. Steps to Busboys & Poets, U Street Metro, Yes! Market. 3 bed, 1.5 baths featuring all-new sleek black granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ebony stained hardwood floors, recessed lighting, gas fireplace, coveted off-street parking, central HVAC, and deck.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

Do you think $649,000 is on target for this 3 bed/1.5 bath?

DC Loft Gallery Opens at 1926 14th St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Just noticed that the U Street area got a new gallery. According to their Web site:

This new gallery located near the intersection with U Street will present a broad range of Contemporary art, with a theme-oriented exhibition program focused on sociologically as well as aesthetically relevant topics, emphasizing a concept-based rather than a monographic approach. Within the framework of a Washington/Baltimore metropolitan scene that has morphed within the past five years or so to include a wide variety of art-related phenomena, this commercial undertaking seeks to find a middle ground, incorporating aspects of both ends of that artistic spectrum.

Since this citys all-inclusive cultural setting now ranges from alternative spaces, temporary venues, public artworks, and events to the more traditional commercial galleries, independent curators and consultants, and increasingly independent curators and consultants, and increasingly contemporarily-oriented museums as well as university-associated exhibition spaces, DC Loft Gallery would like to combine aspects of this variegated artworld fabric into a synthesis potentially appealing to a diverse audience.

Such an effort seems particularly appropriate within the context of a neighborhood itself in transition, incorporating diverse ethnic cultures as well as innovative commercial and residential areas into a neighborhood that is in the process of defining itself. Perhaps it can be suggested this constitutes a kind of suggestion for what urban areas might be projected to become in the near future, and we see ourselves as intimately involved in that ongoing self-conception.

You can see some photos of the gallery here.

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