Photo by PoPville flickr user Brian Mosley
ESPN reports:
“The Philadelphia Phillies appear to have won the Bryce Harper sweepstakes, finalizing a 13-year, $330 million deal with the free-agent outfielder, league sources told ESPN’s Jeff Passan on Thursday.”
1050 Connecticut Avenue, NW
END OF AN ERA. First Payless and now this.
Ed. Note: My 15 year old self is utterly destroyed. (more…)
1341 H Street, NE
I have no more tears to shed so I shall simply bellow a groan from the pit of my belly, tear my shirt, and pour out some Dr. Brown’s in anguish. There are no words. Having said that – some words from Star and Shamrock:
“It is bittersweet for us to announce that after 10 years on H St, the Star & Shamrock will be closing. We are excited to shift our focus to new opportunities and projects. It has been our pleasure to play a part in the continued reimagining of this storied neighborhood. (more…)
775 G Street, NW via Proof
Thanks to all who messaged. Washingtonian reported:
“Wine-centric modern American restaurant Proof will close on February 2 after a dozen years in Penn Quarter. In a statement, owner Jason Kuller says they were “unable to reach a viable agreement with our landlord to continue Proof in its current location.”
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space and if some form of Proof finds a new space.
1338 U Street, NW
Back in November we learned that Peking Express had “closed for renovations”. Anyone take an early taste of the Jerk?
Check out the menu: (more…)
1771 Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to Amanda and Carlos for sending: “RIP AdMo BK. Is my favorite Pho next?” (more…)
1811 14th Street, NW
We knew it was coming but damn this is a crazy sight. I expect it’ll be an even crazier one when ________ moves in. STAY TUNED.
Still can’t quite wrap my head around this: (more…)
Holy smokes – First Cup Cafe (formerly formerly known as Breakwell’s) closed!??! There was a time this would’ve been big news. And so it goes.
Back in 2009 Simon said about First Cup Cafe: (more…)
4822 MacArthur Blvd, NW via Facebook
Thanks to a commenter for sharing in our initial post about all the restaurants that have closed in 2018. Makoto’s Facebook says:
“After almost 26 years, Sakedokoro Makoto will close on December 29th. Thank you for all the support and goodwill over the years. It has been an absolute honor serving our customers.”
Instantly making this list so much sadder.
After 29 years!!?!! Oof. A true gem. You can see their menu here. They will be missed.
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW