13th and U Street, NW via google maps
AT reports: “The staff at Starbucks at 13th and U told me they’re closing after November 6th. I hope Starbucks plans to find them positions at other stores.”
You can scroll through all the recent Starbucks closures here.
3064 Mt. Pleasant Street, NW
Pear Plum Cafe opened in the former Flying Fish Coffee and Tea space back in 2017. Pear Plum’s website says:
“We are overjoyed to announce that Bold Fork Books, a culinary bookshop that carries a diverse range of cookbooks, beverage books, and food writing, will be setting up shop permanently this month in the front of the Pear Plum space. (more…)
229 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Daj for sending Saturday night “Caplounge has prayer candles at the closed front door.”
Capitol Lounge closed after 26 years September 20th.
Photo by Jim Havard
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, DC Health released an updated list of high-risk states where the seven-day moving average of daily new COVID-19 cases is 10 or more per 100,000 persons. Mayor Bowser issued Mayor’s Order 2020-081 with requirements for all people traveling into Washington, DC from high-risk states.
Anyone coming into Washington, DC from a high-risk state (within the prior 14 days) who was traveling for non-essential activities will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days from their arrival in the District. Individuals traveling from high-risk states after essential travel or arriving in the District for essential travel are required to self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 for 14 days and, if they show signs or experience symptoms of COVID-19, they are to self-quarantine and seek medical advice or testing.
Travel to and from Maryland and Virginia is exempt from the Order. This list should be used until Monday, November 2.
States that were added to the updated list include: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
No states were removed from the updated list.
High-risk states that require 14 days of self-quarantine: (more…)
919 U Street, NW
Thanks to Mark for passing on word from El Rey:
“El Rey fam. Ever since we announced our closing your support and love has been overwhelming
We heard you, which is why we will NOT close on October 31st and will stay open for as long as we can – for you, for our staff, for DC. Thank you and nothing but love #UStreetDC!”
Ed. Note: Back in September we had learned American Ice Company, The Brixton, Echo Park, El Rey, The Gibson, Marvin, and Players Club reportedly will close “for the foreseeable future on Halloween.”
Updates if there are miracles for any of the other Hilton brothers spots mentioned above.
Photo by Anne Paterson
“Dear PoPville,
I work for a small company in DC that usually hosts a great holiday party at the end of the year. Due to COVID we are looking for creative ways to celebrate the holidays with our coworkers. Instead of sending gift cards in place of the holiday party we were trying to think of local or family businesses that do custom gift baskets, catering companies that send food (cooked or uncooked), or vineyards that will send gifts directly to our employees. If anyone is familiar with a company that provides these services and is in the area we would love to learn more about them!”
Photo by Diane Krauthamer
“Dear PoPville,
I live in a large apartment complex near the DC wharf. We have been told by the building’s management that due to COVID we are not allowed to have guests – even in our own apartments! Is this even legal? Can they restrict us from having people over, even when those guests are wearing masks as they enter the property? This large building isn’t full and the leasing office has guests (strangers) visit daily (wearing masks) who tour the property with the intent to lease. How is management allowed guests and paying residents aren’t. I don’t think they can legally restrict us but I was hoping someone might have some insight into this.”
3718 14th Street, NW at Quincy Street, NW (next to the also awesome Lyman’s Tavern)
Ed. Note: Red Derby has been awesome since 2007, with your support they will continue to be so in 2027.
“Dear PoPville,
I am writing to give a huge shout-out to the team at Red Derby – Sasha, Bianca and Ruby. For 28 straight Fridays, they have SUPPORTED us with terrific take out drinks and food. Each Friday, a small group of us gather for a few libations outside after a long week of work and the team at Derby always delivers. It’s become a tradition. It’s given us something to look forward to during this nightmare and it also helped support one of our absolute favorite local establishments. I highly recommend you check them out.”
The Well celebrating three years in 2019
Thanks to Emily for sharing the sad news: “Truly a loss for the community…This was a safe, supportive space that offered massages, mental health therapy services, and pre/post natal services.”
From The Well:
“Dear Clients, Neighbors and Friends of The Well,
With regret and sadness, we announce that The Well will be closing, effective November 1. (more…)
505 H Street, NW
Momiji reopened for take out May 12th, check out and order from their menu here.
Momiji shares with us on their IG yesterday:
“Today has started like many mornings this past year, woke up with anxiety, and the lack of desire to leave my bed. As I continually scroll in my bed, I kept seeing the date October 15th and I couldn’t help the feeling that I was missing something. After many moments, I realize what it was. This shared gut wrenching year has yet again made me lose complete sense of time yet again. I have always been obsessed with dates, 12 years ago today was one the most impactful days of my life. It allowed me to meet the majority of you reading this, it was on this day Momiji opened. At 23 year old I never knew what this place would bring. So many friends and loved ones have passed through this place. This restaurant has afforded me & my family, so many laughs, smiles, tears, moments solace and happiness.
This year has been a different and humbling year. (more…)