photo by Todd Jacobson
Thanks again to Todd for allowing us to post some of his great old photos. This one is from 18th and Columbia Road, NW. Adams Morgan, August 1987.
Ed. Note: ICYMI you can see Volume One here.
Adams Morgan
1827 Adams Mill Road, NW, prior to Foxtrot this space was home to a Philz coffee, which closed back in January 2023. Prior to Philz this space was a gas station and I used to buy Parliament lights, (yes I grew up on Strong Island), there on my way to Angles (RIP) but enough about me.
“Compass Coffee is moving into space formerly occupied by Foxtrot in Adams Morgan. Guy loading in with Compass van said they’re opening Friday.”
Thanks to all who messaged us the sweet scuttlebutt:
“Signs that Compass Coffee is taking over the old Foxtrot space at 1827 Adams Mill Rd NW! (more…)
2412 18th Street, NW
Back in early July we noted the new [Bar] Cana sign painted out front. Must’ve just been temporary because they posted a nice look inside on their IG: (more…)
1827 Adams Mill Road, NW
Thanks to Juliet (and eveyone else) for sending the final word from the Foxtrot in Adams Morgan: “cleared out”
Stay tuned for what’s coming here and all the other spots they had.
2001 18th Street, NW courtesy The Imperial
From a press release:
“The next best thing to a summer beach getaway, Michelin-honored The Imperial is bringing Chesapeake crabhouse vibes to Adams Morgan with its first-ever “All-You-Can-Eat-and-Drink Maryland Blue Crab Fest” on Sunday, August 4. Hosted on its two-level rooftop terrace, the crustacean feast will feature endless steamed local blue crabs, plus all the fixins and bottomless Natty Boh, all for just $125/person. (more…)
2471 18th Street, NW previously home to Smoke and Barrel and the long time home of Asylum before that
That’s the scuttlebutt I’m hearing for the former Tight Five Pub space in Adams Morgan. More specifically: (more…)
2004 18th Street, NW
Thanks to John for sending the latest on the Duplex Diner space:
“You don’t know Her…YET. Coming soon to 2004 18th St NW!” (more…)
1780 Florida Ave, NW
Keren has been closed for renovations due to a fire suffered back in February. Thanks to Rebecca for sharing the update from them:
“Friends! We have missed you and from all of the messages we have received it appears you have missed us too!
We hope to reopen in August. (more…)
Thanks to Leigh for sending the latest Meeps closing sales at 2104 18th Street, NW.
2471 18th Street, NW previously home to Smoke and Barrel and the long time home of Asylum before that
Thanks to Chris for passing on the sad news from Tight Five Pub:
“THIS WEEK IS THE LAST WEEK OF TIGHT FIVE PUB
Our final day is Sunday July 21st. We have loved being part of this neighborhood and community. Thank you for your support and we would love to see you (at least) one more time before we close the doors for the last time.
Get free merchandise (with purchase) while supplies last!
Monday (more…)