Author: Prince Of Petworth

Another Shout Out to Mayorga

By Prince Of Petworth

I briefly mentioned Mayorga coffee located in the Tivoli on Park Rd and 14th St but I don’t think it has received enough attention. This place is ridiculously good. You can kind of see from this picture it has vaulted ceilings on the ground floor. And this place is huge. There is a lounge adjacent to the ordering area with wifi and big flat screen tv. Plus upstairs it has a super cool bar. This place is honestly insane. It looks so modest from the outside but they have truly taken advantage of the Tivoli’s architectural features. I talk a lot about good vibes and atmospheres of restaurants/bars. At Mayorga as soon as you enter the doors you take a big sigh of relief it is so pleasant. If you haven’t checked it out yet, it is an absolute must!

Random PoP Observation #27

By Prince Of Petworth

So I was at CVS today and there was a huge line. Why? Because there was a lady who was paying for her purchase with a check. A check, like it was 1974. And she was rather young too. If the lady was elderly I wouldn’t say a thing. But her paying by check, knocked the CVS world off its axis. Aren’t “check/debit cards” free from banks now? If she wrote a check then surely she could have a free debit card. Am I crazy? Well, I bet she has one hell of an 8-track collection…

Sweet Renovation Vol. 3

By Prince Of Petworth

This is another do it yourself job. I can’t believe people have the skills to do this themselves. I can barely boil water. The reader writes:
“Regarding the kitchen- just to fill you in- the countertops are granite (Uba Tuba), black appliances, pale yellow paint (don’t know the exact color), ceramic tile flooring, and dark cherry cabinets from Home Depot. “

What do you think? It looks like there is a nice island in the center. I dig it.

Neat Neighborhood Find: The Hitching Post

By Prince Of Petworth

I have been meaning to write about this fantastic restaurant bar/restaurant for ages. Located at 200 Upshur St, right across the street from El Limeno, The Hitching Post is that intimate neighborhood bar you have been looking for. It probably seats 25 on a very good day. But what really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. I had the opportunity to chat with the owners who were as nice and welcoming as you could ever wish for. (Ed note: I will profile them for an upcoming “profile of a Petworthian”) It turns out the Hitching Post is celebrating its 40th anniversary! It is an absolute must that you check out their juke box. If you like Charlie Bird, Vic Damone, Marvin Gaye, Mingus, The Four Freshmen – you are really in for a treat. The beers are cold and the portions are gigantic. If you are on a diet it is probably not the place for you. Even if you are not hungry it is a great place for a cold beer. The conversations are always lively. This is the “Cheers” of Petworth. There is no pretension here. There are cold Budweisers, sports banners, good conversations and a great juke box. What else do you need?

A side note: I spoke with two nice guys from the neighborhood who tipped me to a rumor that an Ethiopian restaurant is in the works for Georgia Ave. and Allison St. stay tuned…

Garden of the Week

By Prince Of Petworth

They are definitely going with the wild flower theme here. I was taken by the statue of Zeus and a maiden (the maiden is covered by flowers but she is quite alluring.)

Condo of the Week

By Prince Of Petworth

Right near Red Rocks and Tivoli. That balcony looks like a sweet breakfast spot…

New Phenomena in Park View

By Prince Of Petworth

I have noticed this “feature” on a number of cars in Park View. This one has the added touch of flesh tone. So good humor or just dumb?

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