1633 Connecticut Ave, NW
A reader asks:
“Does anyone know what happened to the HRC store on 1633 Connecticut Ave.?”
Dupont Circle
Photo of Carlyle Hotel by PoPville flickr user Josh
From a press release:
“Award-winning chef Michael Schlow, who owns and operates the popular TICO restaurant on DC’s 14th Street corridor, is set to open his second area restaurant this summer: The Riggsby, in the Carlyle Hotel at 1731 New Hampshire Avenue, NW in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
Named for the street that intersects the restaurant, Riggs Place, the restaurant’s name also pays homage to the former Riggs Bank. The intimate yet refined space was designed by Brian Miller of Edit Lab at Streetsense, and will feature an open kitchen, wood tables, leather booths, brass finishes and whimsical décor, that includes a custom designed wallpaper incorporating original artwork from Schlow’s wife, mixed media artist, Adrienne Schlow. (more…)
For some reason these evoke very strong reactions. This isn’t my favorite yarn bomb but I’m still on the ‘like’ side.
1647 20th St, NW (at R just off Connecticut Ave.)
Thanks to all who emailed and tweeted us word of the new restaurant signage.
Cosi abruptly closed back in October 2014. Eater DC reported that a Bareburger will be taking over the space. You can check out Bareburger’s menus here.
Interesting to note that this is right next door the to the former five guys burger spot that permanently closed in August. Also not far from where the smashburger closed in December.
2157 P Street, NW
Thanks to @OhBootsy for sending us the update. Back in February we first learned a Z Burger would be moving into the former Falafel spot on the west end of P Street in Dupont. Getting very close.
The best details on Caroline Street.
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1320 19th Street, NW
Remember when Levante’s abruptly closed for “renovations” in January?
From a press release:
“Set to open this May in Dupont Circle, Ankara celebrates good food, hospitality and the heart of Turkey. It is an upscale-casual dining experience that celebrates the rich diversity of Turkish food and culture through a blend of classic and contemporary menu offerings and superb hospitality. The menu will feature the best of traditional Turkish foods as well as newly envisioned dishes. The Aslanturk family, owners of Ankara, tapped Chef Jorge Chicas to oversee creation of the menu and training of the kitchen staff. Chef Chicas resume includes top positions in Jose Andres’ kitchens in Los Angeles and Washington, DC, including the award-winning Zaytinya. The restaurant will seat 120 indoors & 115 al fresco on their patio. Ankara is located at 1320 19th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20036. (more…)
1637 R Street, NW
Last we heard Townhouse Tavern had their liquor license suspended in early March. They’ve turned to Hookah, Pasta, Pizza and Kabobs:
1927 Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to all who sent emails about Flywheel‘s friends and family event over the weekend. Their official opening date is Tuesday.
Today’s rental is located at 1718 P Street, Northwest. The listing says:
“renovated junior one bedroom with a balcony and a renovated bathroom with jacuzzi tub. Pool on roof just in time for the heat!! Only steps to Metro and fabulous 17th st.”
You can see more photos here.
This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,850/Mo.