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Sakuramen Opening in Adams Morgan Today, May 22nd!

Published May 21, 2012 at 10:22PM

2441 18th St, NW

Back in Jan. 2012 I mentioned that a new Ramen shop might be coming to the former Jumbo Slices and Kabob space at 2441 18th St, NW in Adams Morgan. They are opening today! Their Web site says:

We’re just a couple guys who are passionate about ramen, which we feel is the ultimate comfort food, inspiring childhood memories of sharing with family and friends. Our sole focus is to create the best ramen on the planet, without using artificial flavorings of any kind, sourced from pure bone broth coupled with the freshest ingredients available.

We do NOT favor any particular style or cultural influence when it comes to our ramen dishes. With an unbridled approach to culinary creativity, we strive to deliver a unique dining experience that highlights a fusion of diverse flavors from across the globe. From ramen houses in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Seoul, to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York, we are pleased to see that others love ramen as much as we do… and so we are especially proud to open our doors in Washington DC, in the heart of a city we love to call home.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve. Humbly Yours…

You can see their menu here.

Dear PoPville – Check Out the Ghosts of Avignone Freres Bakery in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 18, 2012 at 4:00PM

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“Dear PoPville,

Check out the “old bones” that lie under the drywall, linoleum, indoor/outdoor carpet, and drop ceiling at the former Payless Shoes site on Columbia Road. More importantly, it’s the former Avignone Freres historic bakery, which furnished the White House with cakes and pastries.

If you walk by the site today, you can still see the same square pillars. Hopefully, the original marble (or faux marble) columns can still be unearthed beneath the drywall that’s there now…”

Payless Shoes closed at 1777 Columbia Rd, NW in Nov. 2011.

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – Adams Morgan/Woodley Park

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 18, 2012 at 3:00PM

This rental is located at 1915 Calvert Street, NW:

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The listing says:

“Gorgeous, Spacious, 1264 sqft of Luxurious space in this intimate 16 unit Beaux Art building with 10 foot ceiling throughout. Formal Foyer, Living Room with frplc, Banquet Size Dining Room, Fabulous Open kitchen with front load Washer & Dryer. Excellent size bedrooms with ample closet space. Bay Window Master Suite. Sleek Baths. Large balcony in rear. Walk to Woodley metro & Adams Morgan.”

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $3,400/Mo.

Field Renovation Completed at Walter Pierce Park – Is the Fence a Necessary Evil?

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 11, 2012 at 10:30AM

Back in Aug. 2011 we saw how awesome the field at Walter Pierce Park (Adams Mill Road and Ontario Place, NW) in Adams Morgan was looking. Looks like the restoration is completed. One big change you’ll note are the pretty big fences. Do you think they are a necessary evil?

On the Adams Morgan listserv Mindy updates folks:

As I’m sure many of you have already seen, the field at Walter Pierce Park is now back online and ready for use (albeit with a permanent fence around it). According to DPR, the field will be open for free usage most of the time (unless otherwise permitted) and the gates will only be locked for maintenance purposes.

If you have an organized league, class, program, event that wants to use the field, you must apply for a permit from DPR (http://dpr.dc.gov/DC/DPR/Facilities+and+Permits/Permits+and+Reservations).

If you just want to play some Frisbee, toss a ball, or lay on it, and it is not permitted at the time you wish to use it, you’re free to do so.

Signage has been posted at the gates explaining the need for a permit and we’re working with DPR to make sure those signs are bilingual.

While there are a whole host of rules, regulations and requirements affiliated with athletic fields in the DPR system (available on their website), there are a few important ones that everyone should be aware of whether you have a permit to use the field or not.

1) Boisterous conduct, vulgar and profane language is prohibited.
2) Fields should not be used within 24 hours of significant rainfall.
3) No dogs are permitted, with the exception of registered service dogs.
4) Alcohol is not permitted anywhere in the park.

The field is currently permitted for the following dates/times:

Mondays through June 14 3:30pm-5:30pm
Tuesdays through June 14 3:30pm-5:30pm
Wednesdays through June 28 6pm -9pm
Thursdays through June 14 3:30pm-5:30pm
Thursdays through May 31 6pm-9pm
Saturdays through June 26 10:30am-1pm
Sundays through June 26 10:30am -1pm

Some folks have already complained about the excessive drinking occurring on the field on Thursday evenings. DPR and MPD are both aware of the situation.

If you have any issues with people using the field when they shouldn’t be, or issues with the conduct of those using the field, please don’t hesitate to contact the DPR Park Rangers: 202-441-2605.

Stop Locking Your Bikes to Trees, Please

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 9, 2012 at 10:02PM

From Adams Morgan. What other neighborhoods are missing enough proper bike racks?

Sweet Happy Hour at Mandu

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 7, 2012 at 12:30PM

A few weeks ago I tweeted that I found a happy hour offering Bell’s Two Hearted Ale for under $3. Unfortunately for me, it is located in Old Town Alexandria (where I don’t get to, too often) at the Union Street Public House. I’m a huge fan of Bell’s brewery beers. I’m also a huge fan of Mandu. My friend Sean send this awesome news – Mandu offers Bell’s Oberon for $3.00 4-7pm everyday. They also have Founders IPA and Oskar Blues Pilsner. While not as awesome as Two Hearted Ale, that’s still a pretty sweet deal. Mandu has two locations at 1805 18th Street, NW and 453 K Street, NW. Awesome.

Happy 30th Birthday to El Tamarindo

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 3, 2012 at 12:00PM

1785 Florida Ave, NW

It’s not too often we hear about restaurants celebrating 30 years. I feel like it is even more rare in Adams Morgan. Congratulations to El Tamarindo:

Jose & Betty Reyes were two of the thousand of Salvadorans to arrive in Washington D.C. during the Salvadoran migration in the early 1980’s. Like many immigrants, they came with the vision of accomplishing the American Dream.

In 1982, the inexperienced yet ambitious couple established El Tamarindo Restaurant in Adams Morgan. Through hard work, the expertise and help of amazing friends and employees, and the support of the community, El Tamarindo became a very successful & staple restaurant in the Washington metropolitan area.

Nearly thirty years later, El Tamarindo continues to be a family owned & operated establishment providing “home-style Mexican & Salvadoran Cuisine” to everyone from local workers to politicians and everyone in between.

Our food, drinks, service and ambiance is something everyone can truly enjoy. Join us for a tart margarita, a perfect pupusa and simply a wonderful experience. Bring your family, co-workers, friends or yourself. We kindly invite you to become a part of the El Tamarindo Family!

Mellow Mushroom Roof Top Patio Party Thursday May 3rd

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 30, 2012 at 12:30PM

Mellow Mushroom is welcoming the warm weather with a kickoff roof top patio party.

From an email:

“The kick off event will be Thursday, May 3rd at 5pm. It will be a “Stella-bration” sponsored by Stella Artois. The event will have a hosted bar for the VIP guests with free Stella, and swag packs with Stella glassware and Mellow gear. We will also have a live band later that evening.”

RSVP to [email protected] with “Roof Top Stella-bration” in subject line.

The first 75 from PoPville get the free goods. The VIP “Stella-bration” goes from 5-6pm.

Mellow Mushroom is located at 2436 18th St, NW.