There have been lots of reader reports that the Chipotle has opened up in Union Station. And while it was only scuttlebutt in August, The Mt. Vernon Triangle Fall Newsletter says that “Chipotle will be moving into the The K sales center at CityVista along 5th Street, NW.”
In the same scuttlebutt post I mentioned that Ray’s of Ray’s the Steaks would be coming to City Vista as well. That also turned out to be true so stay tuned for more updates on Ray’s plans for City Vista.
I think the Bojangles was mentioned in a Random Reader Rant and/or Revel comment last week but when I did a quick tour I also noticed that a Chipotle was coming to the first floor (not the food court like Bojangles).
In ‘Going’ news I have a question – did Vacaro’s leave or move? When I went to their spot (got to take advantage of canolis when I have the chance) it was closed. Anyone know if that is temporary or have they left Union Station?
And finally do you think anything will ever go into the old movie theater space?
Photo by PoPville flickr user Rukasu1
WMATA says:
” Union Station Metrorail station was closed for approximately 30 minutes from 1:15 to 1:45 p.m. today (June 6 4) while Metro Transit Police investigated a shooting that took place in the station.
Police remain on the scene and continue their investigation.”
And thanks to a reader for sending in the WUSA9 report:
“A Metro spokesman tells 9NEWS NOW a fight broke out at Union Station between about 15 juveniles. During the fight, a handgun was observed. He cannot confirm that any type of shooting took place. DC Police and Metro police are investigating.”
WMATA Update 2:41pm:
“The preliminary investigation indicates that the incident began when a large group of individuals were involved in an altercation on the platform. One minor was injured in the fight. He is believed to be a victim of a robbery. He was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The incident was initially reported to be a shooting, however police do not believe that a shooting took place.
Transit Police continue to investigate the incident.”
We’ve talked about this cool structure in the past, mostly admiring the architecture. But I walked by it this weekend and I’m wondering if any readers have used it? If so, what’s the early word?
Someone mentioned this exhibit back in a previous comment thread last week. I checked it out last weekend and gotta say – it’s kinda cool. I know it’s basically an advertisement but man these are some creative ads. Anyone else check them out? The exhibit, Red Bull Art of Can, is up at Union Station until Oct. 19th. You can see the full gallery online here. What do you guys think – cool or kitsch?
Why are the lines for the taxis so ridiculously long?
How do you think the new bike station located right outside Union Station, turned out? I think it looks super cool? I know I’ll be called daft, obtuse and more but can someone please explain the purpose to me. Who will use this? Bikers from outside of DC who then will take the metro to work?
And of course do you like the structure itself?
