“Help Support Chef Omar’s Road to Recovery”
Sad news out of Lapis (1847 Columbia Road, NW):
“We’re heartbroken to share that our friend and colleague, Chef Omar, recently suffered a severe stroke.
He’s been with us since day one and has shaped every kitchen he’s worked in—from Café Bonaparte to Lutèce.
Please consider donating to support his recovery. Every bit helps. (more…)
2406 18th Street, NW
Fabulous Lounge only opened up here last year (2024.)
Tough times continue for this space previously home to Glory, Quara, Felix/NYNY Diva, Sutra/Viet Thai, Savour and of course Spy Lounge.
Stay tuned.
2412 18th Street, NW
OK first the hype for Bar Cana (pictured above) is for real. It is legit. There is a reason it’s difficult to get a seat. It’s worth the wait. Yo! The food is so ridiculously good. Honestly, and I’m a drinker, the food blew me away. Having said that, the drinks were damn good too. Loving the Brazilian vibe. My goodness. The music. The people. The staff. Ah man, I love when good spots meet the hype. Only drawback is it’s a bit on the pricey side but what isn’t these days.
OK on the other hand, a spot with very little hype (besides my own) is Hifi: (more…)
Big news from Lost City Books (2467 18th Street, NW in Adams Morgan):
“🆒📰 WE’VE GOT SOME BIG COOL NEWS 📰🆒
starting this Friday, July 11th, Lost City Books is now purchasing used books! (more…)
2414 18th Street, NW
Back in May readers reported: ‘Readers report: “ABCA shut down B&K Convenience in Adams Morgan. This place is a staple that’s been here forever.”
Looks like they squared away whatever they had to square away because they’ve reopened.
2009 18th Street, NW
Ed. Note: In February we broke the news that a raze application was issued for the new building previously and briefly home to Alfresco Tap and Grill in Adams Morgan. At that time I was told that the new owners plan to “completely raze the building and build a mixed use building with retail space at ground level and condos for sale/rent above street level”.
Thanks to Jay for sending: “Alfresco Tap and Grill to be demolished. Alfresco Tap and Grill was just finished a few years ago. What a waste of resources.”
The pending demo notice with plans for a four story building to come: (more…)
2201 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Ray for sending:
“Miracles do happen! Marie Reed looks like it’s getting resurfaced”
Stay tuned for photos when completed.
1730 Kalorama Road, NW
Thanks to Becca for sending.
Do note the free plant.
Another reader writes: “It’s a genuine shame, (more…)
1900 Wyoming Ave, NW
Thanks to John for sharing with us from outside the 7-Eleven in Adams Morgan.
SLURPEE PARK!! YES!
