Thanks to Izzy for sending: “Just wanted to share that there are already barriers up around the Capitol and surrounding buildings up to Madison/the block before the metro.” (more…)
Capitol Hill
201 East Capitol Street, SE courtesy DOLA Photo
Check out the Quill and Crumb Menu here (PDF)
From a press release:
“The Folger Shakespeare Library is ready to welcome guests to its brand new café, Quill & Crumb, which opens on Friday, November 22. The new café is housed in the Folger’s historic Great Hall and will offer lunch, baked goods, snacks, and savory bites alongside coffee and tea service. A bar offering beer, wine, local cider, and assorted seasonal cocktails will also be a part of the menu. Quill & Crumb is open to the public, and no timed-entry passes or event tickets are needed in order to dine at the café. (more…)
From Charlie Palmer Steak DC:
“After 22 incredible years, we’re bidding a fond farewell to 101 Constitution Avenue. On November 29, 2024, Charlie Palmer Steak DC will serve its final prime steaks, chops, and celebratory moments. Stop by for one last lunch, dinner, or a toast at the bar with Lamar. Thank you, Washington, DC, for being part of our story.” (more…)
From a press release:
“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the NYC born and nationally beloved ice cream brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan ice cream, is thrilled to announce that its seventh D.C. area location––located in Capitol Hill at 660 Pennsylvania Avenue SE––will open on Friday, November 1 at 3:00 p.m. (more…)
Thanks to C. for sending from Capitol Hill. The plaque says: (more…)
photo by evegophotos
From the U.S. Capitol Police:
“EXERCISE: On Monday, at approximately 10:00 am, we will have a campus-wide evacuation exercise. The routine drill is in coordination with our Legislative Branch partners. Expect temporary street closures to include Constitution Avenue, Independence Avenue, and D Street, NE.“
Thanks to SG for passing on the new note on the District Doughnut door. Last month they posted a note about a little vacation. Does this new not apply to just Barracks Row? All locations? (more…)
637 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to G. for sending: “Another 7-11 down. 600 block of Pennsylvania SE. that’s three in cap hill!”
The other two 7-Elevens that have closed are at the one at 1501 Independence Ave, SE and the other one at 429 8th Street, SE on Barracks Row.
Starting to feel like echoes of Au Bon Pain around here…
Updates when we learn who takes over the spaces.
1501 Independence Ave, SE
Thanks to Ned for sharing:
“Another 7 Eleven closing on the Hill (15th and Independence NE). Now officially a taquito free zone.”
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
303 7th Street, SE
Thanks to RN for sending the “New signage up in eastern market at Radici.”
Earlier this month (more…)