
429 8th Street, SE
Thanks to Michael for sending: “the problematic 7-11 has closed. The block is already noticeably cleaner”
Updates when we learn who takes over the space.

429 8th Street, SE
Thanks to Michael for sending: “the problematic 7-11 has closed. The block is already noticeably cleaner”
Updates when we learn who takes over the space.

1375 Kenyon Street, NW
Thanks to Drew for sending the final word. (more…)

828 Upshur Street, NW, before Almeda this space was previously home to Little Vietnam, Himitsu and Magpie and the Tiger and Pom Pom and Cappy’s Crabs and Crane & Turtle and of course the old Ethiopian/Injera spot.
Sad news shared by Almeda:
“All reservations after the 31st will be cancelled and reservations deposits will be refunded.” (more…)

913 U Street, NW
Sad news from The Dirty Goose
“After 8 years, The Dirty Goose’s flight on U St will come to an end on Sunday, September 8th.” (more…)

3523 12th Street, NE
Jeff writes:
“it looks like The Runaway is closed again. Does anyone know why this keeps happening?”
The Runaway’s Website says: “SORRY EVERYONE! We are closed permanently thank you to the folks who have supported us throughout this short period of time that we had – we have some great memories ! Thanks again!”

125 L Street, SE
Thanks to Nick for sending: “Ann’s Wigs (L and New Jersey St SE) one of the last, if not the last pre-revitalization, shops in the Navy Yard is closing. Reasons unknown…”
The Post reported the owner is retiring.
Stay tuned.

1424 Park Road, NW
Wishful thinking wasn’t enough. Thanks to mtrx for sending the final word: “Truly is a farewell for Mi Cuba Cafe.”
RIP to a real one.

2505 Champlain Street, NW off Columbia Road
Wowza, I feel like Churreria Madrid has been around forever. Anyone know when the For Lease sign was posted?
“The first and original Churreria of Washington DC. Since 1973. La primera y original Churrería de Washington DC. Desde 1973.”
Stay tuned.

20th and I Street, NW
Thanks to Mike for sending: “The Baja Fresh at 20th and Eye St is closed for good: (more…)