740 15th Street, NW
Ed. Note: I still can’t believe Members Only jackets are back in style.
From an email:
“Sloppy Mama’s is popping up at Union Trust bar for the parade today. Starting at noon, they’ll be serving their signature bbq sandwiches and platters until they sell out. Here’s the menu: (more…)
The old Washington Post building and future Fannie Mae Headquarters located at 15th and L St, NW is starting to look pretty dope. With a bright blue sky it will look even doper.
In comparison to before demo when it was the WaPo HQ:
13th and K Street, NW
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Bowser celebrated the start of a renovation that will transform the historic Franklin School into Planet Word – a museum dedicated to the power and fun of words and language. The Mayor was joined by Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans and Planet Word Founder and CEO Ann Friedman. (more…)
Connecticut and K Street, NW looking north towards L Street
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is scheduled to close one northbound lane of traffic on Connecticut Ave NW from L Street to M Street starting after rush hour Wednesday, June 6. Two lanes will remain open to traffic at all times.
The closure is needed for the installation of a temporary WMATA cooling tower for the Farragut North and Dupont Circle Metro stations. Placement of the temporary cooling tower will close the lane through the fall. (more…)
1155 14th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Zentan, a contemporary Japanese restaurant located on Thomas Circle and adjacent to the Kimpton Donovan Hotel, will permanently close its doors on Saturday, June 30 to undergo a reconcept to open as a new restaurant from Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. While details for the forthcoming restaurant are still being finalized, it is expected to open in winter 2018. (more…)
1825 M Street, NW
They got a paint job too. They were briefly replaced by DC Tap House but all is right in the world again. Check out their new menu here.
1801 L Street, NW
Thanks to Grant for the heads up. This is the former Au Bon Pain space that closed back in March. Their website says:
“When we looked around for inspiration, we were drawn to the richness, flavours and natural healthiness of Mediterranean cooking. We base our food around the Mediterranean diet, meaning our menu focuses on fruits and vegetables, whole grains, seeds and unrefined cereals. We look to replace butter with healthier fats such as olive oil, use spices and herbs instead of salt to flavour dishes and look to encourage more chicken and fish in our diets, with a little red meat thrown in for good measure. We do also understand the need to have a treat, be it a glass of red wine or something sweet, but only as a small part of our diet.”
Check out Leon’s Menus here.
Anyone take a taste overseas?
looking east towards Connecticut Ave
Photos by Harrison O’Neill
Thanks to Harrison for sending. This is the former Friends Kabob space at 20th and M St, NW. Updates as we learn more and they get closer to opening.
1195 20th Street, NW
1919 L Street, NW
Back in February we learned that the Black Rooster Pub would be closing after almost 50 years. Now we know when:
We are working at least one, possibly four pedestrians struck by a vehicle at 9th and I St, NW. At this point, it doesn't appear to be intentional.
— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) April 24, 2018
From MPD:
“We are working at least one, possibly four pedestrians struck by a vehicle at 9th and I St, NW. At this point, it doesn’t appear to be intentional.”
Photo via DC Fire and EMS
Update from DCFD:
Update crash with pedestrians struck 9th St X NY Ave NW. 2 vehicle collision with 1 that ran into sidewalk. We are transporting 4 pedestrians with serious injuries to area hospitals. No injuries to occupants of vehicles. pic.twitter.com/6yvIwYoWwe
— DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) April 24, 2018