This is my favorite juxtaposition of all time and pretty much captured the essence of 18th Street at that time. Anyone recognize where this is today?
Adams Morgan
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Thanks to Josh for sending. Back in late August we learned that Pollo Granjero had closed on Columbia Road. Fast Food, not fast casual, proper fast food is controversial to some but I know many many people will be happy about this. To them I say – I feel ya!! To the others I say – Johnny’s Half Shell is opening soon!! Now we can all be happy and I didn’t even mention the spots from Erik Bruner-Yang and Baltimore’s Woodberry Kitchen’s Spike Gjerde…
1742 Columbia Road, NW
A reader reports (thanks to all who sent emails):
“Heard lots of sirens around 6:30am and just walked down Columbia Rd and saw this. Counted at least 5 fire trucks and 2 ambulances plus some smaller emergency vehicles. It’s the building [El Rincon Espanol, 1826 Columbia Rd, NW] across from mintwood/perry’s and next to sun trust. Hard to tell what’s going on, I didn’t see or smell any smoke and the scene seemed pretty calm and under control.”
@dcfireems Columbia Rd fire in restaurant basement extinguished. Clearing smoke. No injuries. pic.twitter.com/EVkaqSQFP0
— DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) October 4, 2016
Photo by PoPville flickr user Kyle
Props to the musicians and all the folks who came out to support them at Porchfest this past Saturday despite the horrible weather. Really captures what the day is all about!
Photo by PoPville flickr user Victoria Pickering
Photo by PoPville flickr user Jim Havard
Photo by PoPville flickr user Kyle
From a press release:
“PorchFest, a free event that turns the porches of neighborhood homes into “stages for a day,” is a national, volunteer-organized celebration of local music talent. Adams Morgan launched it in Washington, DC, four years ago and will host it again this Saturday, October 1, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Thirty-six musicians and/or bands will play at a dozen homes and businesses in the area.
final-porchfest-map-2016 (PDF)
Music maps will be available at PorchFest headquarters at 18th Street and Columbia Road NW and online. (more…)
Today’s Rental is located at 1820 Clydesdale Pl NW. The listing says:
“This apartment is located on the top floor in the southeast corner. Contains seven windows which make the apartment bright and inviting throughout the day. Quiet location despite being a few blocks from a vibrant commercial district. The unit features an open floor plan with breakfast bar (stools included with unit). The kitchen features high end appliances including a convection oven, filtered water dispenser, and filtered ice machine. Master bedroom contains a built-in closet organization. The bathroom has a large walk in shower with detachable showerhead and adjustable water flow. Ample storage with three closets in the unit. (Note that the bedroom is currently painted blue.)
Close to Woodley Park/Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights Metro stops (both within 10-15 minutes walking). Less than 5 minute walk to the Circulator and 90s Series bus lines. Pleasant walk or cheap uber to Adams Morgan, U Street, and Dupont bars and restaurants. Five minute walk to the back entrance of the Zoo! Close to new restaurants and delicious coffee such as Tail Up Goat and Philz Coffee!”
You can see more photos here.
This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,795/month.
From Smoke and Barrel:
“2471 18th St NW
5 PM – 2 AM
Please come join us for our 5 year anniversary! We will be rolling out a incredible beer menu. Beer and food specials all night long.
There will be a wing eating competition with a $500 cash prize.
Beer List: (more…)
This rental is located at 2550 17th Street, NW. The listing says:
“FABULOUS RENTAL AT ONTARIO 17! BRAND NEW BUILDING WITH GORGEOUS FINISHES AND AMENITIES! THIS CHIC STUDIO FEATURES HARDWOOD FLOORS, A PRIVATE BALCONY, CUSTOM BUILT-IN MURPHY BED, A STUNNING KITCHEN, EXCELLENT CLOSET SPACE AND AN IN-UNIT WASHER-DRYER! AN EXTRA STORAGE BIN IS ALSO INCLUDED! BUILDING ROOF DECK AND BIKE STORAGE, TOO! DON’T MISS THIS ONE”
You can see more photos here.
This studio is going for $1,895/Mo.
2201 18th St, NW
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