700 V Street, NW at 7th/Georgia Ave
Holy smokes, thanks to B. for sending the Torrie’s listing:
“Restaurant for lease in Shaw. First time available in over 30 years, (more…)
end of an era
1355 H Street, NE
Thanks to G. for sending this painful last look at Biergarten Haus.
Stay tuned to see who takes over the space.
1433 H Street, NE
Thanks to B. for sending: “there is a liquor store in the old Argonaut spot so that brings an end to that saga even if people had hoped for a new restaurant. (more…)
Thanks to Susan for sending the shot above, note the flowers and liquor bottle (Makers Mark) at the base.
NPS writes: “While the Arboretum will propagate clippings of “Stumpy” to create trees that are genetic matches, it will still be necessary to remove it as part of the seawall rehabilitation project.”
I always took Stumpy for a gin drinker… (more…)
1101 K Street, NW
On Friday we shared some scuttlebutt about Brasserie Beck’s likely coming closure.
The official word: “As of March 17,2024, Brasserie Beck is permanently closed. Thank you to all our guests and staff for a wonderful 17 years!
“With a mix of emotions, we share the news of Brasserie Beck’s closure. Today marks the end of our service after 17 years of operation. Since opening our doors in April 2007, Brasserie Beck has been a DC staple known for its Belgian cuisine, wide selection of European beers, lively patio and bar scene, and welcoming atmosphere. (more…)
1101 K Street, NW
Readers report: “Sat down to grab a quick drink at Brasserie Beck and apparently they let staff know this past Sunday/Monday that this coming weekend would be their last. Closing — no word on what’s next.”
and (more…)
1345 Connecticut Ave, NW
All signage down. Thanks to Nicholas for sending. Next up – Wok and Roll Bar and Lounge.
Stay tuned.
3519 Connecticut Ave, NW opened here back in 2009
Thanks to J. for passing on from Weygandt Wines:
“When we opened our shop 15 years ago, we hoped at best to be a fixture in DC. To our joy, what we received was a community that stretched beyond borders and wine. Our objective was and has always been to offer wines and service of integrity and quality. (more…)
509 7th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
We just got less than 24hour notice from SPB Hospitality that District chophouse is closing (more…)
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WAMU writes this morning:
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Full press release from WAMU/American University: (more…)