2653 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Petit Plats
Whoa. I was shocked to see this blue cannabis placard posted out front of Petit Monde in Woodley Park: (more…)
end of an era
2600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Been meaning to share this monster end of an era. It looks like 1957 frozen in time: (more…)
Streetcar will join its brother in arms early next year.
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announces that DC Streetcar service will end on March 31, 2026. Following this date, the DC Streetcar will no longer operate. Riders are encouraged to plan and explore alternate travel options, including WMATA’s D20 bus. (more…)
911 V Street, NW
Thanks to Gordon for sending:
“American Foreign Car Service building on V at Florida is up for sale or lease.”
Ed. Note: This building went up for sale back in 2015 to no avail. Updates if anything happens this time around.
1537 17th Street, NW photo by Clif Burns
Ed. Note: I called Trio’s and they confirm that they will be closing November 2nd. I asked if they will be looking for a new space and was told they don’t know yet.
Whoa this is crazy. Thanks to Courtney for sending Trio’s Last Hurrah – Sunday November 2nd:
“Dear Valued Customers and Neighbors,
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closing of our restaurant after 75 incredible years of serving this community. Unfortunately, we were unable to extend our lease and must close our doors for good. Our last day of service will be November 2. (more…)
723 8th Street, SE
“There was a time…early Nats Park. It was Justin’s or here pregame”
Anyone remember riding those little golf cart like shuttles to games. They were THE BEST!
Thanks to Eric for passing on the super sad news from Capitol Hill:
“After 20 years on Barracks Row in Capitol Hill, we’ll be closing The Ugly Mug (2005), Valor Brewpub (2018), and Chupacabra (2021) after service on Sunday, Oct 19. (more…)
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1423 P Street, NW
Last week we shared the news that Logan Tavern was Still Closed. “Temporarily” or Temporarily?
Thanks to Fred for sending: “Taken this morning about 9 a.m., Logan Tavern stuff (tables and chairs, open wine bottles, what looked like some kitchen gear) being loaded into a U-Haul parked out front.”
Looking more and more like this is the end.
Thanks to Rich for sending a look inside: (more…)
From a press release:
“At a private celebration last month, CulturalDC’s Board of Directors announced that the organization would sunset operations after more than 27 years of transforming the District’s arts and culture scene. This decision follows the sale of the historic Source building in August 2025, which CulturalDC originally purchased in October 2006 to preserve and redevelop as a multi-use performing arts space. The sale marked a significant milestone in the organization’s journey to reimagine how it invests in artists and the future of DC’s creative community.
Founded in 1998, (more…)
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1423 P Street, NW
Update from Rich over the weekend: “saw a bunch of equipment on the floor, bins of electronics for payment processing and part of the bar seemed missing.”
Ed. Note: Long time Logan Circle P Street hotspot, Commissary, closed up the block in July 2024. Logan Tavern’s website remains live as does their IG though their IG has not been updated since August 13th.
Thanks to Jeff for sending the sign posted on the door of Logan Tavern:
“The sign went up on Tuesday. So It looks like lights out.” (more…)
1811 14th Street, NW
Sad news from Commonwealth:
“With new chapters ahead, after nearly 18 years, our Commonwealth DC store will be closing. From day one, our intention was to create more than a shop. We wanted to build a hub for culture, ideas, and community. What made it special was you. (more…)