I suppose a warning sign of this nature should not be a surprise from a kiosk this cool. From the intercity bus waiting section in Union Station:
Union Station
Finally signage has gone up confirming the location for Shake Shack coming to Union Station. Back in September of 2013 we first learned a Shake Shack would be coming to Union Station. When the second Starbucks moved back in January, I assumed it was to make space for Shake Shack. However at that time rumors continued to persist that a Captiol City Brewery brewery would be taking over the former America restaurant space which closed in Oct. 2011. Happy to finally put those rumors to rest.
And to those who don’t like Shake Shack – we get it, we get it – you don’t like Shake Shack. Ok. Noted.
For those of us who do like Shack Shake, stay tuned for updates as they get closer to opening. Oh yeah, they’ve also applied for a liquor license that says:
“Restaurant serving American cuisine, specializing in burgers and shakes with a seating capacity of 166, total occupancy load of 220 and Summer Garden with 52 seats.”
Hours are listed as Sunday through Thursday 11am – 11 pm and Friday & Saturday 11 am – 12 am.
Entrance in former America space next to new Starbucks location in West Hall
The Starbucks located next to Roti on the west side of Union Station (not the one closer to the trains) will be moving around the corner next week:
Back in Sept. 2013 we learned a Shake Shack would be opening in mid-2014:
“Shake Shack Union Station will be in the original West Hall”
This is the former America restaurant space which closed in Oct. 2011. The former America space is connected to the Starbucks that is closing.
Shake Shack currently has locations at 9th and F St, NW in the Spy Museum and at 1216 Connecticut Ave, NW. Updates when Shack Shack Union Station gets closer to opening.
1200 First Street, NE
From a press release:
“Get your brain cells fired up at Nerds in NoMa, a free speaker series this winter exploring everything from beekeeping to the tech startup scene in the District. The next night of nerdery will be Tuesday, January 14, from 6-8 PM on the Future of Union Station. The foremost brainiacs on the project – David Zaidan from Amtrak, Cindy Petkac from Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, and David Tuchmann from Akridge – will delve into the cutting-edge plans that will revitalize the historic train station, including a European-style glass train shed, green rooftops, and acres of park space. Your happy hour crew will not want to miss the delicious fare available for purchase from Ravioli Revolution or the wine and beer selection from Union Kitchen. Click here to RSVP for this free event. Doors open at 6 PM; speakers start at 6:30 PM.”
“Dear PoPville,
Spotted near Union Station this morning… I think you have to call him and see if he found her!”
I called George this morning and sadly Lindsey has not yet made the call. George says he’s had a crush on Lindsey for two years and sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do to make things happen. He sounded like a nice guy and certainly very sincere. So Lindsey from North Carolina – give George a call!
Ed. Note: If Lindsey or a friend of hers happens to see this you can email me at princeofpetworth(at)gmail for George’s number if you have not seen the sign in person.
“Dear PoPville,
Reminder: give yourself extra time to drop people off or pick them up at Union Station. Unfortunately, the new design of the circle is in many respects a failure, and the police, in terms of directing traffic are sticking in their cars while it is raining, from what I can tell.
Questions: Who is responsible for the design of the circle? Can I blame the DC Office of Planning and its Director, Harriet Tregoning or are others responsible for creating a drop off/pick up with three lanes for busses (that, particularly in winter, are staunchly defended by the bus lines yet are almost empty of busses), two lanes for taxis, and, essentially, one lane for all other cars?
It really is crazy that it took me as long to go from Northern Virginia to the circle as it took me to go around the circle. Of course it is not this bad throughout the year, but on almost any given day the car lane is backed up- and there is no reason for it, for with a simple re-design and law enforcement actively directing traffic, there shouldn’t be.
Perhaps more importantly, what should be done about it?
I’m thinking that switching the bus/trolley lane and the car lane is one idea. Another is to have a dedicated car drop off lane on one or the other side of the station is another possible solution. Of course they could actually expand the number of car lanes, but that would go against the anti-car ethos of the DC planning department (even if it is dropping off commuters/travelers at a train station).”
Union Station tweets:
“MAC Cosmetics opens today in Union Station! Welcome!”
MAC cosmetics is located in the former Fire and Ice space on the first floor.
@detectedbeats tweets us that the 7-Eleven opened at Vermont and L Street, NW.
Photo by PoPville flickr user Sanjay Suchak
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the completion of the Union Station to Georgetown Premium Transit Alternative Analysis (AA) Study, a comprehensive analysis of alternatives to provide high quality transit in this important east-west corridor. This study was funded through a Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant.
The completion of this study marks an important step in DDOT’s commitment to provide more and improved transportation choices in the District of Columbia. In this study DDOT partnered with FTA and explored several options to provide premium transit service between Union Station and Georgetown while analyzing the needs of the corridor.
DDOT conducted an active public and stakeholder engagement process and held several public, stakeholder and agency meetings to gather input from the public as it studied several alternatives. Alternative 1, which consists of a streetcar system running primarily along K Street, NW, New Jersey Avenue, NW, and H Street was ultimately selected as DDOT’s recommended alternative.
With the completion of this study, DDOT will now proceed to the environmental review and approval process, which will be followed by design and construction.
The report is available on project website: www.unionstationtogeorgetown.
From Fantom Comics:
“We’re pleased to announce that Fantom Comics will be hosting Representative John Lewis, renowned civil rights leader and co-writer of the New York Times bestselling graphic novel, MARCH for a book signing in the East Hall of Union Station on Wednesday, Oct. 23rd from 6-7 p.m.
Along with Rep. Lewis, we’ll also have NYT bestselling author, Andrew Aydin and co-writer of MARCH.”
Photo via courtesy Ocean Spray
From a press release:
“Ocean Spray’s cranberry growers take pride in delivering fresh-picked fruit to families around the world, and on October 8 and 9, they’ll be bringing their berries to Washington, D.C. with the Capital’s first-ever fresh cranberry harvest. The cooperative is bringing a stunning harvest replica along with a few of their grower-owners to share the taste, health and heritage of this uniquely American fruit.
WHEN you can see the bog: Tuesday, October 8 & Wednesday, October 9, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE you can see the bog: Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE, Washington, D.C.
(Located outside in front of the West Colonnade)”