Adams Morgan

Judging New Restaurants – Southern Hospitality

By Prince Of Petworth

Back in Jan. 2012 Southern Hospitality opened in the former Adams Mill Bar and Grill space at 1813 Adams Mill Rd, NW. Their Website says:

Our restaurant consists of two levels and a spacious outdoor patio. Over the past few years Washington DC has become a thriving food scene, providing a wide variety of culinary indulgences. In an effort to continue the expansion of this city’s cuisine selection, we have decided to bring more of the south to the north; with exceptional service, and a menu providing a touch of that warm southern flavor. As a compliment to our food menu, we are bringing a well rounded reserve and by the glass wine list, timeless cocktails along with a few of our own inventions, and a relevant array of draft and bottle beers.

You can see their menus here.

Any fans?

Pleasant Pops Farmhouse Market and Cafe Opening in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth


1781 Florida Ave NW

Back in Jan. 2012 a reader noticed that the Rita’s in Adams Morgan had closed underneath Mint at 1781 Florida Ave NW.

I’m happy to report that the folks behind Pleasant Pops have signed a lease on the space and will be opening this summer. They have a kickstarter page and are hoping to raise $20,000 to get the Market and Cafe open by this summer. They explain:

“What is the Farmhouse Market & Cafe?

Inspired by DC area farmers’ markets, our vision is to create a year-round community market and gathering place in the heart of Northwest DC. We’ll feature a selection of seasonal local produce, dairy, farm goods, sandwiches, locally roasted coffees, and our original pop creations.”

Phenomenal news!

Free Beer Tasting This Saturday at A.M. Wine Shoppe in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

From AM Wine Shoppe (2122 18th St, NW):

“This Saturday, A.M. Wine Shoppe is celebrating its new beer additions with a beer-focused session of Saturday Sips, a free weekly tasting event led by regional wine, beer, and spirits experts. This week’s tasting event will be hosted by George Manolatos, bar manager and co-owner of Cashion’s Eat Place. From 2-4 p.m., Manolatos will pour sips of his favorite new selections, including Original Sin’s Cherry Tree hard cherry cider, Dupont Saison, and Troegs’ Troegenator Double Bock, all while sharing his expertise on each selection’s style, production, and tasting notes.

A.M. Wine Shoppe is excited to have Manolatos bring his expertise to our ever-expanding beer selection and look forward to many free beer tastings to come!”

Dear PoP – What’s Going on at the Corner Market in Adams Morgan?

By Prince Of Petworth

Dear PoP,

Do you know anything the Corner Market on Florida at Seaton Pl? You last posted in 2008. It’s been closed since we moved in nearby a year ago, but my girlfriend recently saw what looked like a fancy reception/dinner party going on inside.

We walk by almost every day and wish it was just that- a corner market or Dupont Market-ish place.

I stopped by on Sunday and ran into the new owner who told me it will be home to District Design, an architecture and design firm.

Fire and police at Adams Elementary School on 19 St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader sends the photo above at 11:44am.

MPD tweets:

“2020 19th street NW (Adams Elem School) A Perimeter has been set up around Adams Elem no pedestrian or vehicular traffic allowed in the area”

IAFF 36 tweets:

“*U/D – Adams Elementary – school evac’d, using meters to determine white powder from mail letter, 3 exposed, no symptoms”

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 2328 Champlain St, NW:

The listing says:

“Come enjoy life in this beautiful 2BR/2BA New York loft-style apartment with hardwood floors and a state-of-the-art kitchen. Enjoy a lovely cocktail on your private patio or walk to the many restaurants, shops and night life of Adams Morgan/Dupont/Woodley Park. Close to 2 Metro stops (Dupont/ Woodley Park).”

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $3,000/Mo.

The 5pm Post – Adams Morgan Random Acts of Kindness Day

By Prince Of Petworth

From Adams Morgan Main Street:

Adams Morgan Random Acts of Kindness Day
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

LOCATION – 18th St. & Columbia Rd. BB&T Plaza

TIME – Outdoor Entertainment 5:00pm – 8:00pm; Indoor Entertainment 9:00pm; Volunteer check-in 4:00pm – 5:00pm

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS – Participating volunteers will be dressed in red or pink in groups at different corners passing out cards with random acts of kindness suggestions to passersby and cars, holding posters with positive and encouraging statements, helping people cross the street and carry grocery bags, giving out hugs, smiles and compliments, and other kind acts to make people happy. :)

SPECIALS/RAFFLE – Local businesses will be offering specials and discounts for this event. We will be offering raffle prizes to lucky winners in the crowd!

SHOWING APPRECIATION – There will a presentation honoring the local fire and police departments with baked goods and more. If you are interested in joining in you are welcome to bring any baked goods or gifts of your choosing. The local bakeries (i.e. Sweet Themez) or the local grocery stores (i.e. Safeway, Yes Market, or Harris Teeter) are also available.

FOOD DRIVE – We are encouraging people to bring canned goods to donate to the local non-profit organization, Christ House, located on Columbia Road. You can bring your donations to the event location, 18th & Columbia Rd. BB&T Plaza, or take them to participating businesses from Sunday (2/12) to Wednesday (2/15). Participating businesses include: Instant Noodles, Tryst, Smash Records, Violet Boutique (money donations), Marrakech Lounge, El Tamarindo, Mellow Mushroom, and Amsterdam Falafelshop.

More details here.

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