Dupont Circle Update (2/5/09)

[Michæl]

2/5/09: [135]

Salon Rouge now open in former Meat Market Gallery
space, 1636 17th St.

Saigon Bistro now open in former Aioli Meditalian
Gourmet space, 2153 P St.

Bread & Brew now open in former Overtime Cafe, 1247
20th St.

The Current reports the northern Dupont Washington
Sports Club will soon unveil a major renovation, to
include a spa with its own hamam (Turkish bath).

Candle shop Indulge is closing, 1601 Connecticut Ave.

See "MCCXXIII Is Closed" (1223 Connecticut Ave):
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/goingoutgurus/2009/01/mccxxiii_is_closed.html

Pricey building at 1730 Massachusetts Ave, built in
1890. See "Dupont Circle office townhouse sold for
$5.5 million,"
http://crefeed.com/news/218335-dupont-circle-office-townhouse-sold-for-5.5-million

See "Rooftop Burglars Strike in Dupont Circle,"
http://www.myfoxdc.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=8076317&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1

Simply Home has closed the restaurant and boutique.
Soon will be replaced with DC Noodles and "Stem."

See "Armed Robberies on the Rise in 'Borderstan',"
(between 14th & 16th and P & S)
http://dcist.com/2008/12/02/armed_robberies_on_the_rise_in_dupo.php

See http://www.whomurderedrobertwone.blogspot.com

New restaurant next to Ben's Chili Bowl: "Native Son
To Helm "Next Door" Kitchen,"
http://dcist.com/2008/12/native_son_to_helm_bens_next_door_k.php

See "Yes! Organic Market Finally Open on 14th Street,"
http://dcist.com/2008/11/26/yes_organic_market_finally_open_on.php

See "Fourth Time's the Charm? Apple Seeks Georgetown's
Blessing,"
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/02/04/AR2009020402027.html

Best regards,
Michael
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