4611 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Nick for sending yesterday: “End of an era!”
Updates as demolition concludes/construction progresses on the new building.
end of an era
2614 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Sara for sending:
“It was kind of obvious they weren’t coming back, but still sad to see it confirmed. The end of a (Medat)era for fans of gigantic $5 martinis and $4 glasses of sangria on the patio. The hummus was great too, and not just after a gigantic martini.” (more…)
8th and H Street, NE
Ed. Note: Back in October 2019 we noted this building was for sale.
Christian writes: “not very riveting, but heard employees say 711 at 8th and H NE closing. (more…)
the notorious Dave Thomas Circle, the intersection of New York Avenue, NE, Florida Avenue, NE, and First Street, NE
Mayor Bowser dropping some big news on Friday at 8:35pm:
“An update on Dave Thomas Circle: We were informed today that the last day of operations for the Wendy’s will be next Tuesday, & they will vacate the premise by 9/30.
Onward to a less confusing and safer intersection. Grateful for the advocacy of neighbors who helped us get here.”
Let us take this opportunity one last time to admire the greatest halloween costume of last year: (more…)
10 I Street, SE
Thanks to David for sending: “They sold to a big time developer one of the last remaining plots in the need SE area.”
The parting note is priceless: (more…)
2400 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Thanks to Arcuri for sending the sad news:
“It has been our privilege and pleasure to be a part of the Glover Park Community for the last eight and a half years. Unfortunately, at the end of this month, we will be surrendering our space to the landlord and closing the doors for good (August 28th). (more…)
1602 U Street, NW
Last week we became very worried about the status of Local 16. Sadly, it was a very bad sign indeed. The owner Aman Ayoubi tells me via email:
“With heavy heart I should inform you that we surrendered the Local 16 space to the landlord after 22 years! (more…)
photo by Tim Brown
From the Nationals:
“The Washington Nationals acquired catcher Keibert Ruiz, right-handed pitcher Josiah Gray, right-handed pitcher Gerardo Carrillo and outfielder Donovan Casey from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer and shortstop Trea Turner. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.
Washington Nationals Managing Principal Owner Mark D. Lerner made the following statement regarding Max Scherzer and Trea Turner: (more…)
915 U Street, NW
Another painful blow to what once was fell last week. Velvet Lounge posted on IG:
“Thank you so much for all the years of love. We are closing the physical establishment for good but we’d just like to say thank you and leave you with this. Please keep you head up and continue to try your best, you gave us some of your most beautiful years so thank you. @velvetloungedc and everyone who was ever apart of that experience. The end of an ear.” (more…)
2436 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Angelique (and everyone else) who sent word: “Mellow Mushroom in AdMo (where my favorite bartenders are) is closing as of SUNDAY. They told their workforce yesterday.” (more…)