Adams Morgan

2429 18th Street, NW previously home to Los Cuates and former longtime home to La Fourchette

Thanks to all for passing on the news from Tsehay Ethiopian:

“Dear Tsehay Family, Friends, and Our Beloved Community,

It is with a heavy heart that I share some difficult news. After much thought and consideration, Tsehay Restaurant will be temporarily closing its doors by the end of this year.

For the past year and a half, we have experienced an incredibly challenging time. Our business has slowed and cost of goods keeps rising tremendously, and despite our continued efforts, it has become increasingly difficult to keep our restaurant operating. We have also tried to work with our landlord to find a way forward by asking for some relief on our rent, but unfortunately, we have not been able to reach an agreement.

This decision has not been easy. Tsehay is so much more than a restaurant to me. It is (more…)


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1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A
1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A

Happy Halloween weekend, DC! With 300+ open houses across the District this weekend, you can skip the candy run and go trick-or-treating for a new front door instead. Remember to set your clocks back an hour Sunday night, which gives you one more hour to tour. Here are some of our favorites. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A — $599,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Brian Thomas
    “Welcome to 1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Unit 1A, a stylish new-construction residence offering 1,352 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. This smartly laid-out bi-level home features an inviting main living area and two bedrooms on the lower level, creating a comfortable separation between living and private spaces.”

  • 1603 S St NW — $2,200,000 — Dupont Circle
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Bediz
    “DUPONT CIRCLE COMPOUND WITH EXCEPTIONAL FLEXIBILITY! Newly refreshed and remarkably versatile, 1603 S Street NW offers a unique combination of an updated main residence, a LEGAL 1BR/1BA lower-level unit, and a DETACHED CARRIAGE HOUSE with private garage parking—creating endless possibilities for guests, an au pair, MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING, home offices, private retreats, or income-producing space, all in the heart of Washington, DC.”

  • 2145 Suitland Ter SE #B — $180,000 — Fairfax Village
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Sierra Kim & Joe Himali
    “Set amid the tree-lined streets and manicured green spaces of Fairfax Village, this thoughtfully updated two-bedroom townhouse pairs generous proportions with the ease of condo living. The two-level layout creates a distinct separation between living and private spaces, lending a true sense of home unique among this price point.”

  • 6912 Greenvale St NW — $1,150,000 — Hawthorne
    Open Sat. 2-4 & Sun. 1-4PM — Sherri Earman
    $50k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Realistic sellers! Welcome home to this stunning and charming Tudor in the heart of the prestigious Hawthorne–Chevy Chase community, set on a quiet, tree-lined street on a private, beautifully manicured lot.”

  • 4623 Hillside Rd SE — $469,999 — Ft. Dupont Park
    Open Sat. 12-2 & Sun. 1-3PM — Sherese Teixeira
    BACK ON THE MARKET: “This fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,900 square feet of finished living space across three levels, with NO HOA and major updates already completed. Brand-new HVAC system, new water heater, new electrical upgrades, natural sunlight, and features Sea Island Oak-colored LVP flooring throughout, recessed lighting, new stainless-steel appliances, and stylish modern finishes.”

  • 435 R St NW #101 — $599,999 — Shaw
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Fernando Garcia
    $20k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “CENTRIE CHIC WITH AMAZING LIST PRICE! — On this one-way, tree-lined, Shaw sweet spot sits The Centrie. Inside this boutique, 22-unit building, No. 101 is a particular standout – and standup, raised above street level.”

  • 3450 Summit Ct NE #3450 — $329,900 — Fort Lincoln
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Mandy & Tim Hursen Jr.
    $5k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Calling all Veterans! VA-approved PENTHOUSE. Renovated throughout with VAULTED CEILING, SKYLIGHT, oversized BALCONY, FIREPLACE and ASSIGNED PARKING. Interest rates too high? Ask about an interest rate BUY DOWN! On a VA loan, it could be BELOW 6%!!!”

  • 3823 Rodman St NW #E23 — $499,000 — McLean Gardens
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Lise Courtney Howe
    $20k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “NEW PRICE!! Seller and agent say: let’s talk!!! Welcome to McLean Gardens and this distinctive two-level corner loft, where soaring ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light create an airy and inviting place to call home!”


Announcement

Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.

Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.


coffee

1231 Florida Ave, NE

“🏡Your neighborhood third space
Retail ● Cafe ● Curated Art ● Events
Indoor play for little ones”

Thanks to Zach for Daniel sending the news about G&G: “Noticed this sign on the windows at dormant Shopkeepers storefront.”

They are hoping to have their grand opening the last week of November.

Will update when a get a confirmed date!


Event

🎉🥳🎉 LOST GEN TURNS 4!!🎉🥳🎉
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7, 11AM-MIDNIGHT
We’re so excited to be turning FOUR! To celebrate, we’re going to throw our biggest party ever. Here’s a little teaser for what to expect:
– SIX new beer releases including our Phê Coffee collab with 2024 Michelin Exceptional Cocktail award winner Thi Nguyen AND a Rittenhouse Rye barrel aged bock.
– Live Music ALL DAY LONG
– Coffee Pop-Up by Phê Vietnamese Coffee
– Flash Tattoo Pop-Up
– A stein hoisting competition
– Food by Mother Shucker Oysters, Steezeburger and Silver & Sons

And so much more!


Rant/Revel

photo by Dan Silverman/Prince of Petworth

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Downtown

1823 L Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to share a special milestone for one of Washington, DC’s longtime neighborhood establishments. Recessions Bar & Grill, a beloved downtown karaoke bar, is celebrating its 30th anniversary on November 19 and 20, 2026.

Since opening in 1996, Recessions has witnessed three decades of change in the nation’s capital. From the 2008 financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic and the evolving landscape of downtown DC, the bar has weathered its share of challenges while remaining a familiar gathering place for locals, office workers, and visitors alike.

Over the years, (more…)