From an email:

Jake’s Boiler Room is located on the lower level of Jake’s American Grille. This addition is Chevy Chase neighborhood’s newest night life attraction and home to eight large flat screen TVs, billiards, darts, arcade games, X-Box Kinect, and a private cement bar with seating for 15. In addition to the 18 drafts on tap with features such as Abita Andy Gator and Delirium and a full service bar offering your favorite craft cocktails, you can also take advantage of Monday night trivia, a Tuesday night dart league, and Wednesday night karaoke.

District Restaurant Group is known for its unique and inviting dining establishments and is also behind The Ugly Mug on Barracks Row, and District 2 Bar & Grille in Glover Park.

Jake’s Boiler Room: The Basement; 5018 Conn Ave NW; Van Ness; 202-966-5253; jakesdc.com

HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 5PM to 12AM; Fri.-Sat. 10-1AM; Sun. 10-12AM

Thanks to all who wrote in about the progress at the Rosa Mexicano located at 5225 Wisconsin Ave, NW, opening up Sat. at 5pm.

A press release says:

“The 150-seat restaurant includes spacious indoor, outdoor, and private dining seating. Blending traditional and modern elements of Mexican craft and architecture, the warm and vibrant decor features Rosa Mexicano’s signature hues of pinks and purples. Multi-dimensional art work complements rich fabrics and textures, as well as a floor-to-ceiling display of tequila bottles. Directly over the bar and extending into the dining lounge area, the ceiling glows with pink haze lighting that is set against an electric blue tiled cascading water wall, inspired by those at sister Rosa Mexicano locations. The enclosed patio area features a wall of vertical colored glass bands, creating a focal point from the street and exhibiting arrival for the Rosa Mexicano experience that awaits.”

Here’s a peek in the window:

This rental is located at Nevada Ave at Military Rd NW:

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The Craigslist ad says:

“Two blocks east of Conn Ave. All utilities, cable & WiFi included. Separate entrance leading to huge kitchen. Four windows, AC, laundry room, off-street parking. 740 sq.feet, ideal for ONE young professional or graduate student/intern. 6 month lease minimum, 12 month preferred.”

$1190 sound right for this english basement 1 bedroom?

This rental is located at 5429 Connecticut Ave NW:

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The Craigslist ad says:

“Join the Roberta community, all utilities are included, approx 740sq ft, hardwood floors, and ceiling fans in each room. The buildings amenities included, are controlled access entry, 24hr emergency maintenance, and on site laundry facilities in the building. Walk to the grocery store, shops, banks, eateries, and much more!”

I’m curious if you guys think this is too far away from downtown? Does $1299 sound reasonable for this 1 bedroom?