
Update: A reader messages me: “It’s under new ownership and being remodeled.”
“Dear PoPville,
So sad, about three weeks ago the 7-11 on the corner of U and 12 Streets, NW, suddenly closed.” (more…)

Update: A reader messages me: “It’s under new ownership and being remodeled.”
“Dear PoPville,
So sad, about three weeks ago the 7-11 on the corner of U and 12 Streets, NW, suddenly closed.” (more…)

1314 U Street, NW
The Smith closed this location back in December 2021. The liquor license placard for Sports & Social says:
“The Establishment will be a sports-themed restaurant serving American foods. Seating Capacity of 222 and a Total Occupancy Load of 308. Sidewalk Café with 36 seats. The licensee is requesting an Entertainment Endorsement with Cover Charge to provide live entertainment inside the premises only. Licensee is also applying to add Sports Wagering to their operations. Establishment will offer geo-fenced mobile applications inside the premises, 15 physical betting devices, and 2 betting windows.”

via Sports & Social Bethesda
Sports & Social Bethesda’s website says:
“Sports & Social Bethesda offers its guests an elevated food and beverage experience including made-from-scratch game-day favorites, curated cocktails and a beer selection that includes local favorites (more…)

1013 U Street, NW
Thanks to Mike (and David) for sending news about the fire on U street upstairs at Lounge of Three. DC Fire and EMS reported: “Update Working Fire 1000 block U St NW. All fire has now been extinguished. No extension to the adjacent building. Initial attack units being relieved. Injured firefighter has been transported to hospital.” (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
This morning windows were completely busted out in the Bank of America and the SoulCycle (again) in the 1900 block of 14th St NW. This is happening daily now. Yet no police presence?” (more…)

1829 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Oswald for sending: “Looks like there is a new tenant for the former Peet’s Coffee location at 1829 14th St.”
Heyday’s website says:
“We’re on a mission to cut through the noise in the skincare industry and teach you about your unique skin, so you can put your best face forward.”

14th and U Street, NW
From the Mayor’s Office Friday:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the re-issuance of the Frank D. Reeves EquityRFP. It was revised and updated to eliminate complexities that created potential barriers to entry that might hinder the EquityRFP initiative’s goals to increase access to development opportunities for entities or organizations owned or majority controlled by individuals determined to be part of a socially disadvantaged population, particularly for Black, Brown, and people of color. The new Reeves EquityRFP process is structured to create these opportunities for equitable development while ensuring the project stays on track with the initial timeline.
“Together with our partners on the Council, we have invested in the future of the Reeves Center site and removed some of the complexities that created a high barrier to entry and deterred potential respondents,” said Mayor Bowser. “The new Reeves EquityRFP makes space for more partners to compete for this historic project while staying on track with the initial schedule.”
DMPED acknowledged that this process has taken more time than initially expected and expressed appreciation for the community’s patience as multiple agencies coordinated the relocation of complex mission-critical IT and data center infrastructure. (more…)

14th and U St, NW (1935 14th St)
Thanks to Liz for sending around 7:30am this morning (Monday.) This smash follows Wells Fargo smash across the street Saturday morning.

Thanks to M. for sending The Wells Fargo at 14 and U Street, NW – 9:30am Saturday morning.

14th and U Street, NW
RIP to a real one. Anyone hear if something new’s coming? (more…)

15th and U Street, NW
Incidentally, I keep forgetting to post that Shangri-la Day Spa has been closed for many months now.
I suppose sometimes a for lease sign is just a for lease sign but somebody more clever than I should come up with a good caption contest – go! (more…)