
1255 Union Street, NE
Thanks to E and D for sending: “Someone vandalized and/or burglarized El Presidente last night. Police outside and glass on entrance door is broken.” (more…)

1255 Union Street, NE
Thanks to E and D for sending: “Someone vandalized and/or burglarized El Presidente last night. Police outside and glass on entrance door is broken.” (more…)

1309 5th Street, NE
Update: I’m told they simply moved locations so that the location would be more secure.
“Dear PoPville,
I’m trying to find out what’s happening with Suburbia, the little outdoor bar in front of the Union Market building. (more…)

300 Morse Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
The Indian restaurant (Pappe?) at Gantry has had these permits for over a year but the construction stopped last year. (more…)

417 Morse Street, NE
“La’ Shukran
Levantine Funk on the horizon
Bistro-ish Cocktail Bar from @chefmichaelrafidi”
Thanks to Jodi for sending: “the speakeasy/cocktail bar/etc to go above Yellow” (more…)

via Union Market District
From a press release:
“Join us for an adrenaline-fueled weekend at Union Market District! In partnership with Events DC, we’re creating a unique go-kart racing experience, powered by the world’s premier go-kart racing operator, K1 Speed. From September 19-22, and for the first time in DC, our parking lot at the Market will be transformed into an electrifying outdoor racetrack. (more…)

photo courtesy F1 Arcade
From a press release:
“Buckle up, D.C. F1® Arcade is thrilled to announce the grand opening date of its highly anticipated second U.S. venue, located within the city’s vibrant Union Market District (440 Penn Street NE). On Sunday, October 13 the groundbreaking destination will open its doors––featuring 83 state-of-the-art Formula 1 racing simulators, a best-in-class food and beverage menu, private event spaces and more. The venue promises to be the ultimate spot for motorsport aficionados, late night revelers, bar enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. (more…)

Thanks to Jodi for sending: “Cordelia by Clyde’s restaurant coming in fall signage up at at the corner 5th and Morse St, NE in Union Market district! Across from St Anslem and in the same building as The Morse” (more…)

From an email:
“Sweet Addison’s, the Female Founded Gluten Free brand revolutionizing classic desserts with an irresistibly soft and sweet lineup – is thrilled to announce the opening of her pop-up location at Union Market DC, starting on Friday, September 6, 2024! (more…)

420 Penn Street, NE
F1 Arcade’s website says:
“F1 Arcade Washington D.C. is a thrilling new food, drink and simulator racing experience coming soon to Washington D.C. in Autumn 2024. (more…)

Thanks to Matt for sending. The sign originally said “No Entry. Literally just a gross storage area.”
In March Washingtonian reported:
“someone posted a photo on Reddit of a blue door surrounded by beat-up white brick with the caption “Have you been to this speakeasy.” A commenter identified it as inside rum distillery Cotton & Reed, calling it “the best speakeasy in DC.” Soon after, people started showing up at the Union Market distillery looking for the hidden bar and asking how to get a reservation.
The problem: (more…)