Streateries survive Capital One Arena deal

But Monumental and restaurant owners came together after March to discuss a path forward, officials told the press on Monday at an announcement for a final renovation package.

• Everyone agreed on a plan to keep the outdoor dining spaces, while still making room for semitrucks to back in and out of the arena.
• "We worked out a compromise where the streatery can exist and it's just going to be pushed down the block a bit," Monica Dixon, a top Monumental official, told reporters.

Flashback: Part of Leonsis' original deal with the city in March included the District clearing the six-lane street.

• At the time, we reported that Daikaya and its adjoining restaurant, Tonari, have the lone streatery by the loading dock, with 40 seats — not big there, but significant for the business.

Between the lines: Tonari is also one of many new local vendors inside Capital One Arena, heading into its second season.

What we're watching: The future look of streateries, which is undergoing a design review citywide.

What's next: Along with the arena expansion, D.C. is planning to spruce up the streetscape in Chinatown, but those designs and investments aren't yet finalized.