11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW
Thanks to Noa for sending:
“Roasted Boon closed in Shaw? I think there were mentions owners of El Sol were opening something there but I don’t see signs of anything.”
STAY TUNED.
Shaw
400 block of Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to Jay for sending: “Only a matter of time before someone headed down S St dives through it.”
More photos: (more…)
1920 9th Street, NW courtesy Asefu
From a press release:
“Named for iconic Ethiopian singer and songwriter Asefu Alemayehu, Asefu Restaurant & Lounge is making its mark on Washington’s vibrant 9th Street corridor. The recently renovated space blends cultural heritage with modern refinement, offering diners a unique intersection of tradition and contemporary flair. (more…)
805 V Street, NW, Haikan just before opening back in 2016
Thanks to all who passed on to us the sad news from Haikan:
“After almost 10 years in Shaw, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our beloved Haikan.
The challenges of food costs, Initiative 82 and the economic climate in the city brought us to this decision.
Our last day of service will be Saturday, May 3, 2025. (more…)
600 Florida Ave, NW
Thankks to Jay for sending:
“Activity at the old Bistro on Florida.”
Anyone hear any details?
Bistro Bohem closed here back in 2020. It’s replacement, Quattro Osteria, closed here in 2024.
STAY TUNED.
Thanks to Noa for sending from 11th Street, NW near S.
Result of more people going back to the office?
Thanks to Flora for sending the sad news about Negril.
Oof, but “with hope of relocation coming soon.” (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is advising all stakeholders to expect a permanent closure of S Street NW between Florida Ave and New Jersey to vehicular traffic beginning March 22, 2025.
S St NW between New Jersey Ave and Florida Ave – The roadway and parking areas along this segment will be permanently closed to motorists beginning March 22, 2025. Pedestrian access will be maintained and promoted, and bike traffic will have designated bike lanes as planned. (more…)
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Thanks to G. for sending around 3:30pm from 8th and O St, NW: “Roof fire.”
Update from DC Fire and EMS:
“Box Alarm 8th & O Sts NW. Mulch burning on rooftop of multi-story building. Fire has been extinguished with no injuries. No structural extension. Request fire investigators.”
“Dear PoPville,
For at least four weeks, there has been a leak at the Shaw Dog Park that has continuously left the portion of the park for smaller dogs flooded. (more…)