Adams Morgan

Violet Boutique Opens in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

Violet Boutique located at 2439 18th St, NW in Adams Morgan opened up last weekend. This one is for the ladies – from their Web site:

With an incredible array of fashions and accessories, you can have it all at Violet.

Fashion should be fun. It’s about experimenting, trying new looks, and most importantly, being your best self. Above all else, I want every woman to leave Violet feeling beautiful in their own skin.

The space looks great and it’s nice to Adams Morgan add some retail to the eating/drinking options to 18th Street.

As always the photos will tell a better story:

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Black Squirrel’s Basement Bar/Tap Room Opens with Huge Bar in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

We first learned that the Black Squirrel, located at 2427 18th Street, NW, would be opening up their basement bar back in May ’09. They official opened last Thurs. After visiting the new space last night, I can confidently say – it was worth the wait. The place looks fantastic with one of the biggest bars I’ve ever seen at nearly 56 feet.

The downstairs bar will be known at the Tap Room and as it sounds will offer tons of beer options. Though there are bar snacks (menu after the jump) if you want to order from their proper food menu – you’ll need to eat upstairs. As you would imagine with a 56 foot bar, downstairs, the focus is the beer. You can see their full beer list here. In the front of the space they’ll also be showcasing local musicians.

Anyone check it out yet?

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(Was it a) Good Deal or Not? Under Contract in 4 Days edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 2103 17th St, NW:


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The flier says:

“Sunny, spacious, 2 BR, 1.5 BA historic rowhouse on quiet street at nexus of Dupont Circle and U Street. 1180 sqft. , open flr plan on main level, hardwd floors, brick fireplace, granite counters, & stainless steel appliances. Master BA w/ jet tub, separate shower. Fenced & landscaped front and back. Charming front porch w/ wrought-iron railing, large back deck. 10 min. walk to Dupont or U St. metro.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

I was eager to post this as a regular GDoN but I was shocked to see it is already under contract in only 4 days. I love the location but was surprised that it is only a 2 bedroom. This 2 bed/1.5 bath was listed for $650,000. Do you think it went for that?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at Adams Mill Road at Harvard St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Lovely efficiency with hardwood floors and in-unit washer and dryer.

Quiet tree-lined street overlooking Rock Creek Park.

Within walking distance of Adams Morgan entertainment/retail district, National Zoo and 15 minutes from Woodley Park Metro.

All utilities included.”

What premium would you give to having an “in-unit washer and dryer”? Does $1210 sound reasonable for this studio?

Good Deal or Not? “Lives like a house!” edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This condo is located at 2003 Columbia Rd, NW:


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The flier says:

“Lives like a house! 2BR+Office duplex condo with garage parking, private patio and separate street entrance. Gourmet granite & S/S island kitchen. Open living area, crown molding, cherry floor, master suite with spa-like stone bath. Office w/ built-ins, 2nd bath with steam shower. Shared extra storage, small pets welcome. Walk to Metro, shops and more!”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

This 2 bed/2.5 bath is going for $750,000 ($547 monthly condo fee) – sound realistic? What do you think of the condo itself?

Violet Boutique Coming to Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

Violet Boutique will be opening above the old Timehri space at 2439 18th St, NW in Adams Morgan.  Nice to see that space get fixed up. Anyone know when they open or if they have already opened?

Alberto’s Pizza Closes in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to a reader for sending the photo above, he writes:

“Looks like albertos on 18th may have closed. Their hours were pretty funky lately.”

Another reader adds:

“I walked by Alberto’s on 18th Street last night, and the place was gutted. Either they’re doing a remodel, or it has closed. Given the hours of operation (rarely open when I walk by on my way home from work at around 7 PM), I’m guessing they’ve closed for good. Really too bad, as it’s the only decent slice I’ve found in AdMo.

I tried to look for confirmation on their website, but it no longer exists. I wonder if the P Street location is still open?”

Alberto’s was located at 2438 18th St NW and indeed their Web site is no longer active and their phone remains unanswered.

And the 2010 P Street NW location (in Dupont) phone goes unanswered as well. Anyone happen to know if that location is still open?

Regarding the 2nd note but not pizza in general, just Adams Morgan pizza options – will you miss Alberto’s?

Dear PoP – Package Thief in Adams Morgan?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Our building has been experiencing a case of “disappearing packages” and I’m wondering if any others are too. I’m on the 1800 block of Calvert, NW.

I’ve talked to building management, flagged it for UPS etc… I just was curious if this is a neighborhood package thief, or just a mean resident in my building.”


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Unfortunately package thieves plague DC’s neighborhoods in what seems like a cyclical manner. We’ve seen/heard of package thieves in parts of Columbia Heights, Shaw, H St, NE, Petworth and I’m sure in other neighborhoods as well. To counter the problem many have their packages dropped off at work, with neighbors or at post offices.

For obvious reasons this behavior usually picks up around Christmas but, recently, has anyone else noted an uptick in package thefts?

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