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Big news from the Tony Kornheiser radio show this morning. They say The Third Edition is closing after tonight in Georgetown at 1218 Wisconsin Ave, NW. Third Edition’s website says:
Since opening its doors in 1969, The Third Edition has been serving Washington, DC locals, tourists and students in the heart of Georgetown for over 34 years. It has become a staple for this historic neighborhood by providing the perfect stop for a quick bite while shopping on weekends to a favorite visiting spot among visiting celebrities and Washington, DC VIPs.
To this day The Third Edition has maintained its original focus on serving seasonal, American comfort food in its signature casual setting. The classic atmosphere with its dark wood paneling, brass rails and green and gold facade is a comforting and familiar sight.
Not only was its main bar feature in the filming of St. Elmo’s Fire, The Third Edition is the perfect accent to Georgetown’s historic charm. You can expect consistent service and quality cuisine upon every visit.
They speculated that the space would become a Mexican restaurant. Guest of Guest reported earlier this month:
“The multi-level bar is currently in talks with Richard Sandoval Restaurants, the Mexican dining powerhouse behind dozens of restaurants across the country, including El Centro and Masa 14 in DC.”
Stay tuned.
1821 14th Street, NW
Located between City Paws and Masa 14 at 1821 14th Street, NW, the Lux Design store has closed due to raise in rent according to a quick chat with the owner. Lux opened back in Dec. 2011 and filled the space previously held by ICON Interiors and Lighting.
I told you I had a lot of scuttlebutt this week… Back in March 2010 a liquor license application was posted for a new spot called The Independent which was slated to be:
“Coffee House, bar lounge, 199 seats and total occupancy of 235 on first floor and storage on first and basement. Summer Garden with 75 seats and a total occupancy of 90.”
I now hear that Richard Sandoval is looking to take it over and make it a Peruvian restaurant. Sandoval is the Chef behind El Centro, Masa 14 and many others.
This would be huge news for this section of Florida Ave, NW. I think this would fit in nicely with the recent additions of Howard Theatre, Shaw’s Tavern and Bistro Bohem. Hard to imagine it would happen just a few years ago. Now it seems like a natural fit.
Of course, this is just scuttlebutt so I have no official confirmation at this point. I’d give this one a 78% accuracy rating.
File this under pure scuttlebutt – but it’s from a pretty reliable source and given how much the area is blowing up, it seems pretty realistic. First, I’m hearing that the Frontier properties (the light brown row houses across the street from Standard on S Street) will be redeveloped into a commercial building with retail on the ground floor.
Second, a developer is looking into the parking lot behind Masa 14 and would like to develop it into a residential project.
Neither of these two projects are a done deal but the ball has started rolling.
Stay tuned…
Back in July we learned that the folks from nearby Masa 14 would be opening up a new Taqueria here at 1819 14th St, NW next to the Black Cat:
“New restaurant/Taqueria with entertainment serving Mexican cuisine. Entertainment to include acoustic bands, Mexican style music. Restaurant will have Summer Garden with 99 seats and a Sidewalk Café with14 seats. Total occupancy load is 274.”
Wow, I didn’t realize it would popping up. So far so good I think. You think the pop up will look ok?
Back in April, we first noticed movement at this space. It had been closed for years. A commenter at the time thought it was purchased by the owners of nearby Masa 14.
We know that Masa 14 is already looking to expand into the second floor of their current location but has anyone else heard that they may be opening up a new taqueria as well?
The alcohol application says:
“New restaurant/Taqueria with entertainment serving Mexican cuisine. Entertainment to include
acoustic bands, Mexican style music. Restaurant will have Summer Garden with 99 seats and a
Sidewalk Café with14 seats. Total occupancy load is 274.”
Who ever owns it, it sounds like it’ll be pretty sweet!
Getting an early start Wed. afternoon outside Alero at 13th and U Streets, NW
Lots of folks have been asking me for suggestions. My very simple advice is to hit 14th Street, NW. Masa 14 if you are south of U Street. But for those who wish to do it the Columbia Heights way – I’d suggest starting off at the new Alero on 14th between Monroe and Park for some drinks. Then hit Taqueria Del Distrito Federal a bit further north at 3463 14th St, NW for some authentic grub. Then head over to Social (14th and Meridian) for some more drink specials and if you still have any fuel in the tank, finish up at Red Derby (14th and Quincy) with cans of Tecate.
Whatever you decide to do – have fun and be safe!
photo(9), originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.
Dupont Circle isn’t the only one getting a new burger restaurant. The “burger joint/steaks” place will be a partnership between Omar Miskinyar from nearby Policy (just south of T St on 14th), Aman Ayoubi, (Local 16, 18th St Lounge, Marvin’s and formerly Dragonfly), and David Karim (Josephine’s, Policy and Current). They expect to open up in 5 months!
First cheesesteaks then crepes (not to mention Masa 14 and Birch & Barley/Church Key a bit further south) and now this. This has been a great couple of weeks for 14th Street.
A reader writes:
“I noticed a bunch of signs for new businesses on 14th street today. Masa 14 and the new Cork market now have “coming soon’ signs.
In sadder news, Shoefly on U appears to have reduced its hours to only be open on weekdays. Hope that’s enough to keep them there.”
And I thought I’d add another from 14th St.:
And in “Going” news it looks like Score the educational center has closed in Columbia Heights (in the plaza where the new fountain is going near Julia’s Empanadas).
