Dupont Circle

“ching ching CHA welcomes you once again.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to J. for passing on the good news:

“Today is the Day: Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

ching ching CHA welcomes you once again. We are located on:

1314 21st Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
U.S.A.

ching ching CHA is a tea shop, a gallery of pottery, handcrafted pieces from around Asia, a hand-picked selection of Yixing teapots and accessories, teas and little surprises.

Please stop by for a cup of tea or to say hello. (more…)

Scuttlebutt: Karaoke Bar coming to former Big Hunt space?!?!

By Prince Of Petworth


1345 Connecticut Ave, NW

Last week we reported about a fire at the former Big Hunt building in Dupont. [Ed. Note: If I told you how I was screamed at by someone, after I posted photo farewell to the Big Hunt, who swore to me that Big Hunt would be reopening. If only. If only…] At the time of the fire DC Fire and EMS wrote: “Building appears to be under renovation.” And now first I’m hearing of what could be coming. Thanks to a tipster for sending word about what they hear is coming to the space: (more…)

“We have made the difficult decision to close our Dupont Circle location” (will stay open “through early summer 2023”)

By Prince Of Petworth


1835 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to K. for passing on from the NYSC (formerly Washington Sports) Club:

“Dear Dupont Circle Member,

Whether you’re a long-standing member or just recently discovered our Club, we hope that our gym has helped you progress along your fitness journey. We have made the difficult decision to close our Dupont Circle location, however, we are excited to welcome you to our fully renovated Club opening soon at 1211 Connecticut Avenue. This is the first Club outside of the New York City area to carry the New York Sports Club brand. We like to say our Sports Club brand was born in New York, but upgraded for you, DC.

You may continue enjoying the Dupont Circle location through early summer; we will communicate a closing date in the coming weeks. (more…)

Bread Furst is taking over the cafe in The Phillips Collection!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1600 21st Street, NW photo by Josh

From Bread Furst’s Mark Furstenberg:

“Although I have never imagined expanding Bread Furst in any way, an overture from the Phillips Collection was more than I could resist.

All of us at the bakery are proud that we are taking over the cafe inside the Phillips Collection. I have been a long time member at The Phillips and a long time resident of Dupont Circle.

We will offer a selection of everything we offer at the bakery on upper Connecticut Avenue including breads, pastries, sandwiches, salads, and coffee. (more…)

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