1337 14th Street, NW via Birch & Barley
Froma press release:
“Neighborhood Restaurant Group (NRG) and Chef Hamilton Johnson are thrilled to announce the opening of Mallard, a restaurant that reimagines Southern cuisine with a refined yet playful twist. Situated at 1337 14th Street, Mallard will take over the space formerly occupied by Birch & Barley, which will conclude its successful 15-year run on Saturday, July 13th. (more…)
2004 18th Street, NW
Thanks to all who’ve passed on the sad news from Duplex Diner:
“To our staff, patrons, community, and vendors:
On May 31st JAM Holdings, owners of Duplex Diner since 2014, were notified by our landlord that he was terminating our sub-lease effective July 31, 2024. We have come to an agreement to sell our assets to our general manager who will be creating a new concept in this location, but unfortunately, we must close effective immediately. (more…)
5507 Connecticut Ave, NW
Danielle writes: “This is really sad. Chris, the owner, has been a wonderful community member. He often opened the place up to charity fund raisers and donated food to senior service organizations. A real loss. Plus the old bay chicken wings rocked.”
From Blue 44:
Friends & Neighbors,
It is with a heavy heart that I send this email notifying you that Blue 44 is closing its doors permanently this week – Friday, June 7th will be our final day operating (more…)
Thanks to C. for sending: “Transcendence-Perfection-Bliss card and gift shop is closing June 30. They are having an anniversary this Friday, June 7. Good time for folks to stop by.” (more…)
1809 E Street, NW
Thanks to L. for sending: “Was closed for a long time from COVID, another addition to the Foggy Bottom federal office food desert.”
1652 K Street, NW
Thanks to Jayson and James for sending: (more…)
1406 P Street, NW
Nero coming to former Bar and Lounge 54 (et al) space next to the newly opened Wiseguy Pizza on 19th https://www.popville.com/2024/05/nero-coming-dc-former-bar-and-lounge-54/
Thanks to Andrew for sending: “The barbershop at 14th and P has closed.” (more…)
photos by Emma K Alexandra
Long live new stumpy!
Thanks to Emma for sharing the sad/hopeful photos:
“yellow barriers are up and trees are coming down along the Tidal Basin. I think Stumpy is truly gone.” (more…)
2401 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
First Brasserie Beck and now Marcel’s. Thanks to CJ for passing on the sad news:
“We regret to share with you that Marcel’s will be closing on May 12th. Since its opening in March 1999, Marcel’s has been a cornerstone of Washington, DC’s fine dining community for 25 extraordinary years.
Despite our best efforts, Marcel’s was unable to reach lease terms with the new building owner and will not be renewing its lease. (more…)
303 7th Street, SE
Ed. Note: Almost exactly 8 years ago, then First Lady Michelle Obama visited Radici.
Thanks to all who passed on the super sad news from Radici:
“After over a decade of memories, we will be closing our doors at our current location on April 28th. Your support has meant the world to us. Grazie di cuore to our amazing community.” (more…)