Thanks to Emily for sending:
“line for dollar sandwiches at @jimmyjohns on 14 and L is now down the entire block”
Downtown
Thanks to a reader for sending yesterday afternoon:
“A rare moment of cuteness near L’Enfant Plaza on 7th in front of Pizza Autentica.”
Keep your eyes peeled for street crossing escorts and email [email protected] when you do please!
1155 F Street, NW
Truefitt & Hill is pretty posh…
“For over two centuries Truefitt & Hill, recognised as the finest traditional gentlemen’s barber and perfumer in London, has provided discerning gentlemen with only the finest in grooming products and services. Our offering truly gives men the opportunity to look and feel their very best.
Established in 1805, we remain the world’s oldest barbershop as stated in the Guinness Book of records and are barbers and Royal Warrant holders to H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh. Today’s product offering is the result of over 209 years of research and intimate customer relationships. Our knowledge and experience provide today’s man with an offering that is both sophisticated and practical. Gentlemen deserve the best in everything they do. If you are looking for the finest in men’s grooming, we are confident you will find Truefitt & Hill’s unmatched product quality and prestigious tradition unrivalled.”
Located next to the expanding Pret a Manger.
inside 1350 I Street, NW courtesy of Pennsylvania 6 DC
From an email:
“Hoping to tackle the age-old question of whether to go to the brunch place with the Champagne bar or the Bloody Mary bar, Pennsylvania 6 has solved this dilemma with the launch of their ultimate Champagne and Bloody Bar.
For $18, brunch guests will have the ability to order unlimited vodka and champagne with exclusive access to various elixirs, juices, toppings and garnishes at its juice bar located in the chandelier-dripping Oxford dining room.
Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.”
Check out the full menu: DC_MENU_BRUNCH (PDF)
via google maps
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Unit have announced an arrest was made in a traffic fatality that occurred in the 1300 block of Massachusetts Avenue, Northwest on Friday, April 8, 2016.
At approximately 1:28 am, members of the Third District responded to a call for a traffic accident involving a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. The vehicle was traveling eastbound in the service lane when it struck an adult male victim who stepped off the curb. The victim was not in the crosswalk and appeared into the street between parked cars. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services arrived on the scene where the decedent’s body was discovered trapped under the striking vehicle. All life-saving efforts were performed but the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The operator of the vehicle was taken to a local hospital for minor injuries.
On Friday, April 8, 2016, 24-year-old Roshonda Michelle Josephs of Northwest, DC was arrested. She was charged with Driving Under the Influence.
The decedent has not been identified. The case remains under investigation.
The Metropolitan Police Department is asking anyone with information about this case to call the police at (202) 727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.”
1341 G Street, NW
This is the former Ceiba space that closed in 2014.
Ocean Prime’s website says:
“Cameron Mitchell Restaurants is thrilled to announce that its award-winning modern American restaurant and lounge, Ocean Prime will open its 13th location nationwide in Washington, DC in fall 2016. Its first foray into the nation’s capital, Ocean Prime will be located in the Colorado Building at 1341 G Street, NW. Serving lunch Monday through Friday and dinner nightly, Ocean Prime will offer guests prime seafood, steaks, handcrafted cocktails and world-class wines in a captivating ambiance with signature genuine hospitality.
NOW HIRING
We are currently hiring for management positions for Ocean Prime DC, opening Fall 2016. To apply, please submit your resume to [email protected].”
You can see their Philly menus here.
1010 Vermont Ave, NW just north of K Street
A reader reports:
“Saw these permits at 1010 Vermont Ave NW this morning. There’s a lot of active work going on inside. It’ll be nice to have a Chipotle in what is otherwise a relative Chipotle desert.”
A reader reports:
“Sitting in line at 11th and k with about 70 people waiting to place a deposit on the Tesla Model 3. It will be out in 1 1/2 years. Kind of nuts. “
1706 G Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending: “Another bummer on G street.”
G Street’s Dupont location closed in January of 2015 (RIP Jonathan’s Gourmet, Long Live Olivia’s). Now the oddly named G Street Food can be found at their 1030 15th Street, NW.
1011 19th Street, NW
Thanks to Caitlin for sending word about Protein Bar closing on 19th Street just north of K:
She notes this follows other recent 19th Street closures – Sophie’s Cuban Cuisine and Science Club:
1134-36 19th Street, NW
As well as Smith and Wollensky’s:
1112 19th Street, NW
Also Shoes By Lara is closing:
1030 19th Street, NW
But at least Bonfire’s opening soon:
1132 19th Street, NW