903 U Street, NW
Thanks to Andrew for sending. On April 30th Five to One posted on their Facebook:
“Got some big things in the works. Unfortunately, those things will take a couple days to get in place. We appreciate your patience as we will be working tirelessly over the next couple days. Keep an eye on our social media for updates.”
Updates when more is known.
This rental is located at 16th and U Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2999 / 2br – 800ft2 – $2999 – Fabulous 2BR/2BA Southeast-facing corner penthouse
Looking for tenants starting June/July 2018 for a 12+month lease. Gorgeous place, stunning view, ridiculously-convenient location.
Location: This building is on the NW corner of 16th and U. 3 blocks walk to U Street metro (Green/Yellow), 5 blocks to Dupont Circle metro (Red), many buses available right outside the door, and the Capital Bikeshare rack is down the street from Starbucks, which is across the street. It’s rated 96/100 on the walking score. There’s a free city pool 4 blocks away, a Vida gym with a rooftop pool directly across the street, very close to Safeway, Harris Teeter, Trader Joes, Wholefoods, hardware store, and there’s an iconic park (Meridian Hill) 2 blocks away, plus lots of restaurants and bars right nearby. This apartment is in the middle of most of the popular areas: Adams Morgan, Dupont, U Street/Shaw, 14th St, Columbia Heights, Logan Circle. It’s listed in the book “Best Addresses” in DC (2003). The location really doesn’t get better than this.
The apartment: (more…)
14th and W Street, NW just prior to opening back in 2016
Thanks to Joe for sending word about Eighteen Eight closing:
“what alerted me was a sign saying – For so and sos clients call 202 etc”
Were there any fans of this spot? Anyone know the details?
“Dear PoPville,
Thursday morning (5/17) at 7:30am we are going to try to make a human chain to protect the bike lane near Trader Joe’s on 14th St. NW (Near 14th and T St.) The goal is to raise awareness of the need to protect cyclists and to encourage the city to do a better job of enforcing bike lane laws. This is the day before Bike to Work Day on Friday 5/17 so it seems like a good time to highlight the the need for better bike safety in DC, where at least 4% of commuters bike to work on a regular basis. Similar events have taken place in cities around the world with great success.
If you’d like to participate, just show up (wear red if you can) at 14th and T St. NW at 7:30am on Thursday 5/17. The event is being run under the auspices of the DC Department of Transformation (@DCDOTRA) and updates will be posted on Twitter under #MakeTheLane.”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Pablo Raw
Only way to kick this gloomy Monday? Relive that glorious Saturday!!
Photo by PoPville flickr user Victoria Pickering
Many more great shots after the jump. (more…)
The following was written by PoPville contributor David McAuley, founder of Short Articles about Long Meetings.
1501 U Street, NW
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 1B/U Street, at its regularly-scheduled monthly meeting May 3, voted to protest a request by Pal the Mediterranean Spot, a restaurant at 1501 U Street NW, to be allowed to serve alcohol until 2am Sunday-Thursday, and 3am Friday-Sunday. Currently, the restaurant must cease serving alcohol at midnight, seven days a week.
At the ANC meeting, the owner of Pal the Mediterranean Spot testified that he had been operating the restaurant in its present location for six years, and had been doing business in the area for 20 years [Ed. Note: previously as 24 Seven down the block.] The restaurant had not had problems “with any neighbor except one”. The owner challenged anyone to show that his restaurant had been anything but a law-abiding operation, “if you have any picture”.
A head of a tenant’s association of a nearby property testified the restaurant was a good neighbor. “I’m shocked,” he said, about the complaints about the restaurant. “I don’t notice any problem.”
A neighbor who wished the ANC to protest the request also spoke. She said she has a residential property that shares a common wall with the restaurant.
“We’re not trying to put them out of business,” the neighbor said. (more…)
“Take pride in your Shaw/U Street corridor!
Every year, volunteers get together to clean up, plant, & mulch the 1/4 miles of street gardens that are part of historic Vermont Avenue, in Washington, DC.
This is a great way to meet your neighbors and take pride in the beauty of a vital part of our city. We need about 30 people to participate, more is better.
NO EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED. Training, tools, & other support will be provided. Free breakfast, lunch, drinks and door prizes included.
Please arrive by 9:00am sharp for training, or join us asap. Meet at the African American Civil War Memorial (U Street & Vermont) (more…)
This rental is located at 14th and W Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2195 / 1br – 675ft2 – Wonderful 1 Bdr Apartment in Ideal 14th Street Location
One bedroom ground floor with an amazing layout and lots of light in the heart of U Street. Steps to all that 14th street has to offer, but tucked on a quiet street.
Unit features: (more…)
1314 U Street, NW
From a press release:
“The Smith is excited to announce the opening of its second location in Washington, DC at 1314 U Street NW. The Smith brings its signature lively atmosphere to the vibrant U Street corridor, introducing a wide array of unique menu options from weekday brunch to a revamped cocktail menu.
Under the direction of Executive Chef Brian Ellis, The Smith’s menu features bistro classics, an expanded raw bar, and cult-favorites including the Mac + Cheese and the Pot of Mussels. New to The Smith, the U Street location will offer brunch seven days a week as well as a selection of shareable main courses. Crave-worthy new menu additions include spicy fried chicken, lobster paella, square pizzas, and house-made pastas. (more…)
14th and T Street, NW
From an email:
“In 2003, the 14th Street Corridor was far from the bustling culinary destination it is today. Cafe Saint-Ex has been a steady cornerstone in the neighborhood for the past 15 years, and they’re celebrating this milestone with a Big Birthday BBQ Blowout on Sunday, May 13th from 4pm til close. From 4 – 9pm, guests can purchase a $15 food wristband for all you can eat food from the grill on the patio, as well as a $15 wristband good for unlimited pours of select Brooklyn Beer and Sam Adams beers (while supplies last). Both wristbands come with a raffle ticket for the chance to win fun prizes. Gate 54 will host a rousing round of karaoke from 7:30 til around 10pm when a DJ takes over the decks to dance our way til closing time.
The Birthday BBQ Blowout kicks off a series of monthly Patio Sessions at Saint-Ex. Future dates include: (more…)