
2309 18th Street, NW
Cuba Cuba Corner now open on 18th Street – anyone take an early taste? Looking forward to seeing where they fall on the excellent Mi Cuba Cafe / Colada Shop spectrum.

2309 18th Street, NW
Cuba Cuba Corner now open on 18th Street – anyone take an early taste? Looking forward to seeing where they fall on the excellent Mi Cuba Cafe / Colada Shop spectrum.

This rental is located at 1845 Summit Place, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1498 / 447ft2 – COZY STUDIO IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD!! 24 FITNESS CENTER!!
Park East is located in the heart of Adams Morgan; one of the most coveted neighborhoods in DC. We are near many bars, restaurants, and shops. Columbia Heights (green line) and Woodley Park –Zoo (red line) Metro stations are less than a mile away. The National Zoo is at our doorstep. The options are endless in this location. You will not find a better location for this price.
The building has luxurious amenities; Secured entry, 24 hour Fitness center and brand new Resident Lounge! (more…)

2434 18th Street, NW
From the files of I hadn’t even realized they had closed 2020 Bar & Lounge edition, next up Phoenix Restaurant Lounge. Phoenix’s liquor license placard says:
“A Restaurant serving authentic American food. Entertainment Endorsement to offer Live Entertainment, Dancing, and Cover Charge. Total Occupancy Load of 198 seats.”
RIP Meskerem.

via google earth
Well this is awesome – Josh Gibson asks on the Adams Morgan listserv:
“Anyone know the backstory of this rooftop peace sign atop a Biltmore Street home, visible on the latest Google Earth pix?”

Sweet Science Coffee (at LaPop) 1847 Columbia Rd. NW (left of photo in old Cru space)
Well this should be interesting… From Sweet Science Coffee:
“We are happy to announce that we are back in Adams Morgan and open for business as of today!
Sweet Science Coffee is partnering with LaPop, a new Community space & Lounge, located at 1847 Columbia Rd., NW (former CRU).
They provide the vibe, we provide the buzz: (more…)

Above is the first rendering I’ve seen for the major Marie Reed Modernization Project on 18th Street. Reopening this August.

2201 18th Street, NW

Connecticut and Tilden St, NW UIP Reno
I feel like the person who invented this should be famous. So simple yet so effective. Genius!

Anyway, that former parking garage (and briefly part of planet pet) is looking good. Soon to be Reed Row:
“Located at the intersection of Champlain Street and Florida Avenue, Reed Row is perfectly aligned among three of D.C.’s most popular dining, entertainment, cultural and nightlife districts. Situated at the southern tip of Adams Morgan, where an abundance of restaurants and retailers await, the building is also within walking distance of the many amenities found in Dupont Circle, as well as the bustling 14th and U Street corridors.”

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This rental is located at 1824 Belmont Road, NW. The craigslist ad says:
“$1899 / 1br – 700ft2 – 18th Street living for $1,899 per month with 1/2 off 1st month!
Walk into this beautiful junior one-bedroom apartment and fall in love with the space, washer/dryer and amount of windows.
Call to schedule your opportunity to view this home right away, or call to have our video tour emailed to you!
Exact community address: 1824 Belmont Road NW”


1841 Columbia Road, NW
Hot damn, nice score for Adams Morgan. The liquor license placard for Pitango Gelato and Café says:
“A Gelato and Coffee Shop that serves salads, fresh baked bread, and an assorted selection of Sorbet. Seating Capacity of 49, Total Occupancy Load of 59, and a Sidewalk Cafe with 10 seats.”
They’ll be located between Lapis and Fleet Feet.


Columbia Road. Never realized the plaque in front was from 1958?!?!:
