Columbia Heights

“The proposals call on the Mayor to declare a state of emergency for homelessness in Columbia Heights.”

By Prince Of Petworth


14th Street, NW between Columbia and Irving

“Dear PoPville,

MuralsDC put up a sign in front of Unity Health Care in Columbia Heights announcing a new mural project. Lots of artists working together to put up some murals.

In the process they’ve put caution tape up in the place where there was a shooting earlier this year, and more where earlier this week I walked past someone who was (unconscious?) from K2. It seems kind of heavy handed but at the same time, I’ve had four blessed days in a row of no street harassment here.

Before you ask, no, that’s Einstein holding spray paint on the alley wall, the lineart that defines his features is hard to see from far away.”

Somewhat related, Geovanny writes:

“I wanted to share this proposal for readers to sign to help ease the burden of homeless in the Columbia Heights neighborhood.

The proposals calls on Mayor Muriel Bowser declare a state of emergency for homelessness in Columbia Heights. With additional funding and community resources, one of the vacant DC USA spaces can serve the needs of homeless, including serving healthy meals, offering medical assistance, public restrooms and showers, and safe storage spaces.

I encourage the community to review the proposal and sign if you agree, and also leave feedback to continue this important discussion.”

Chase Bank Signage Up in Columbia Heights and about Urban Essentials Closing in Logan

By Prince Of Petworth


14th and Park Road, NW

Thanks to a reader for sending a photo of the coming soon signage for Chase Bank at the corner of 14th and Park Road, NW (next to the coming Old Navy in DCUSA.) And about the Urban Essentials closing in Logan. Thanks to another reader for sending word that it’ll also be a Chase Bank.

“D.C.’s first European Street Food bar to feature all draft beers for only $4”

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“Bar Roubaix, a European street food and cycling-centric neighborhood bar is set to kick off Oktoberfest a week early on Thursday, September 13 at 5 pm with free samples off their new menu including schnitzel, brats, döner kebab and more. The bar, with its newly constructed greenery enclosed patio biergarten will also offer ALL draft beers at $4 from open to close starting this Thursday until October 7. (more…)

“Harassment of the Homeless in Columbia Heights”

By Prince Of Petworth


14th and Kenyon Street, NW

Ed. Note: Back in July of 2016 we spoke about the New signs warning loiterers of ‘carnivorous plants’ at this location.

“Dear PoPville,

I live right near Columbia Heights Plaza, and over the last few weeks, I’ve noticed that the Columbia Heights Taproom–which you noted recently is in the middle of another facelift–is using a sprinkler to drench the homeless people that sometimes sit on the stone benches outside their property line.

This isn’t even subtle: The sprinklers are angled outward, and for many weeks were always directed at the same spot–wetting down the benches and not watering anything on their own property significantly. There is no other possible interpretation of why they’re running the sprinkler. (more…)

Stabbing Homicide on 16th Street Yesterday; Arrest Made

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Around 920pm, Fourth District Officers were dispatched to a possible stabbing in the 3100 block of 16th Street N.W.. Officers arrived on the scene and located a victim suffering from multiple stab wounds to his upper body. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he died of his injuries. A suspect was placed under arrest on the scene. Both suspect and victim knew each other. Anyone with additional information is requested to call the CIC at 202-727-9099 or the Homicide Branch at 202 645 9600.”

“Napoli Pasta Bar gets a Michelin Bib Gourmand!” Congrats to all 39 spots who got one!

By Prince Of Petworth


2737 Sherman Avenue, NW

Thanks to Nita for sending word about Napoli Pasta Bar, great news for Park View/Pleasant Plains/Columbia Heights!!

“We are excited to recognize Napoli Pasta Bar, which opened in March of this year. The place is a real win for Sherman Ave., and the kitchen delivers serious and authentic Neapolitan fare. The neighborhood-friendly, laid back atmosphere makes for a fine pairing with the wonderfully prepared dishes.”

For those not familiar with the accolade:

“Introduced in 1955, Bib Gourmand restaurants are selected by Michelin’s famously anonymous food inspectors, who choose restaurants serving high quality food on their menus and make it possible to order two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less (tax and gratuity not included).”

Here is the complete Bib Gourmand Selection released yesterday: (more…)

Korean Style Chicken Coming to Columbia Heights!!

By Prince Of Petworth


3115 14th Street, NW at Kenyon

Thanks to Brian, Aman, Jess and all who messaged about the change coming to The Heights. Jess notes:

“The identity crisis of the Heights continues! First the destruction of the bar and the self serve beer, then the salad bar and pizza signs, then the corn dog appetizers, and now this… At this point it’s just funny.”

Ed. Note: Choong Man Chicken (& Seafood) opened up on H Street, NE in Spring 2017. Anyone know if it’s the same folks?

Early Morning Shooting in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD

“Good morning. The Third District is currently investigating a shooting that is believed to have taken place early this morning in the 1100 block of Irving Street NW. An adult male walked into an area hospital with a non-life threatening gunshot wound.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

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