Photo by Matt Friedman
Matt notes:
“Looks like Bozzelli’s is open at Vermont and L NW”
The folks from Bozzelli’s confirm:
“Yep, opened Monday. It’s just a soft opening. We hope to have a grand opening in early April. So far locals appear to love the authentic italian subs and pizza pies. Especially the Beef Meatball with Romano and Provonello.”
photo courtesy Bozzelli’s
Thanks to Amelia Simpson for sending:
“Cherry blossom season in City Center.”
1829 M Street, NW
A very good source tells me that House of Kabob could be closing in October. No word on new tenants. Updates if/when more info becomes available.
via National Gallery of Art
Excellent news from Shoes McCoat:
“newly restored Mellon Fountain flows again 3/17 Gr8 news for our mallard friends”
From a press release:
“The National Gallery of Art announced today that the Andrew W. Mellon Memorial Fountain, situated at the apex of the Federal Triangle complex in downtown Washington, DC, will operate once again beginning March 17, 2016—the Gallery’s 75th anniversary. On September 25, 2015, the National Park Service transferred custody of the fountain and the surrounding triangular park, which are dedicated to Gallery founder Andrew W. Mellon, to the National Gallery of Art. The two-phase total restoration and renovation of the fountain and site is made possible by a major grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation. (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“On today’s date at around 1:07AM, First District officers responded to the 1300 block of I Street, NW, in reference to a reported shooting. Upon their arrival, the officers discovered a male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment by DCFD.
The suspect who fled in an unknown direction was described as a black male with his hair in dreadlocks.
This case is currently being investigated by the First District Investigative Unit.”
Alan Henney tweeted:
“u/d CRITICAL SHOOTING, 14th and I Sts NW-DC. 20Yr-old man shot in head, unconscious but alive. May have come from area club, shot on street”
1132 19th Street, NW
Bonfire is from the owners of Provision No. 14 in Logan Circle.
All the info:
“Opening in Late-March in Dupont Circle, Bonfire channels the spirit of a roaring fire in food, drink and space with A menu of creative s’mores, cast iron cauldron cookery and a barrel-wood smoked cocktail program.
A menu of creative s’mores, cast iron cauldron cookery and a barrel-wood smoked cocktail program are highlights at Bonfire, a new concept by the Social Restaurant Group enlivening the spirit of a roaring fire in Dupont Circle. (more…)
1100 13th St NW, on L Street Between 13th and 14th
Looks like we finally have an opening date for the DraftHouse Comedy – upcoming events start to show on their website starting March 18th. Though their about page says:
“OPENING APRIL FOOLS DAY WEEKEND 2016! DOWNTOWN DC!
The owners of the Arlington Drafthouse are thrilled to open a comedy arts theater in Downtown DC! We have chosen to be different than the the typical comedy club and instead offer an arts space committed to comedy and our community. This means great sight lines, an intimate setting, no minimum purchase requirements for patrons, tall ceilings, and shared laughter.
We will feature mostly stand-up comedy, while also dedicating time to sketch and improv. Shows will be targeted to 70 to 80 minutes in length. Each weekend will feature, on average, 8 shows (2 on Thursday, 3 on Friday, and 3 on Saturday). This schedule allows for two headliners to perform each weekend, splitting the shows between them. This will significantly increase the opportunity to feature a diverse offering of top national comics to the DC area. As we expand our offerings in the first year, we will add off-broadway style comedy arts to the line up.
The Drafthouse Comedy Theater is styled after a black box arts theater. The theater is located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC on the corner of 13th and L streets NW – 3 blocks north of the theater district and 3 blocks west of the Convention Center.
As a black box theater, the Drafthouse Comedy Theater will offer concession beer, wine, liquor, and some light fare. There are no minimum purchase requirements for patrons, nor is there table-side service. Doors open typically 20 minutes before showtimes and seating is general admission.
We can’t wait to see you at our new space!”
1702 G Street, NW
A reader reports:
“I stopped by Swings for my morning coffee and noticed this devastating sign. They are closing in March for an estimated 14 months while the CFPB building is renovated. While there are plenty of coffee shops in the WH area – Starbucks, Peets, Juan Valdez, and even Pleasant Pops across the park – losing Swings will be a tough blow to the neighborhood. Crazy to think that there will be a new President in the White House when they come back.”
1134 19th Street, NW
A very good source hears that the end in nigh for Sophie’s Cuban next to Science Club. Sophie’s opened up back in October 2013. Updates when/if more info is known. Any fans? Anyone try the cuban sandwich? Where other good spots to get cuban sandwiches around town?
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division, Sexual Assault Unit seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a person of interest in connection with an Assault with Intent to Commit First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred in the 1300 block of M Street, Northwest.
On February 26, 2016, at approximately 12:45 am, the victim was approached by a black male suspect who grabbed her and attempted to sexually assault her.
Anyone who has information regarding this case should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.”
via google maps