Adams Morgan

Pizza Hut Robbed on 1700 Block of Columbia Road, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


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Thanks to a reader for sending from MPD:

“On December 29, 2009, at approximately 11:05 PM, a lone black male robbed the Pizza Hut and its employees. It appears that the suspect hid inside of the Pizza Hut before closing, and then made himself known once the establishment closed. The suspect approached the manager and demanded that he retrieve the money from the safe. The manager advised the suspect that the safe was closed and he did not have access, the suspect then took money from the register and the employees and fled through the rear door. The suspect is described as a Black male, wearing a white shirt. This incident is being investigated by the Third District Detectives office. Anyone with information is urged to contact MPD at 202-727-9099.”

STROGA, From Owner of Results Gym, Coming to Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to a couple of readers for sending word of this new spot coming to 1808 Adams Mill Road, NW (by Columbia and 18th). The STROGA Web site says:

“Washington, DC’s newest fitness concept, STROGA, is coming to Adams Morgan. Stroga will offer a revolutionary fusion of strength training and yoga, the oldest and newest methods of body conditioning…

Doug Jefferies, owner of Results Gym, was inspired by his own yoga practice and his experiences in personal training and strength conditioning. His desire to combine the two philosophies resulted in the creation of Stroga.

1808 Adams Mill Road (the L’Aiglon Building) is at the junction of Columbia Road, Adams Mill and 18th Street. Dating back to the early 1900’s the building has a rich history as both a private residence and commercial property. Owned by Douglas Development, a renovation of the building’s fine woodwork and moldings was completed in 2007. Stroga will preserve the integrity of the space, following an adaptive reuse tradition found in many of the Results Gym locations.”

You can find more info here.

Dear PoP – Be Careful of Possible ATM Skimming in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

In the last two days I’ve noticed on my online bank statement two fraudulent and extremely high (the max that can be withdrawn in a 24hr span) ATM withdrawals. I’ve since locked the card, filed a dispute with the bank, and filed a police report. I suspect it was due to a local ATM card skimming operation. Whoever is withdrawing the cash has done so from the Wachovia Bank (not my bank) @ 1804 Adams Mill Road, NW and another unaddressed ATM in Adams Morgan. Just wanted to remind people, especially during the holidays, to be weary of this scam and to check ATMs for suspicious looking attachments and cameras, and especially to monitor their online statements like a hawk. Also, I wanted to inquire if any other readers have experienced this lately and in particular with that Wachovia location.”

Has this ever happened to anyone else? Check your statements!

Judging Restaurants – Sawah Diner

By Prince Of Petworth

I guess I’m on a bit of a Diner kick lately. We briefly looked at this spot back when they opened in July at 2222 18th St., NW. At the time a few folks had really good experiences. Now that they’ve been open for a while I’m wondering if more folks have checked them out? Everytime I walk by it doesn’t seem to be too crowded which surprised me. Any regulars out there?

Festivus Back in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

This is my favorite use of the plaza at 18th and Columbia in Adams Morgan. The airing of grievances always cracks me up. Though I’m not sure some folks get the airing of grievances part:

These are more like it:

Wig Walk Event (Benefits the Children’s National Medical Center) – Friday, December 11th

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“This coming Friday, December 11th, will be the 5th Annual Wig Walk.

The idea behind the Wig Walk is a simple: YOU wear a wig, hang out with friends (new and old), drink at several Adams Morgan bars and support a great cause, children!

All online proceeds from the sale of wristbands go to benefit the Children’s National Medical Center and will give YOU special discounts at the three sponsoring bars. Wristbands can be picked up online at http://wigwalk.org/ for $20.

Schedule: Friday, Dec. 11th
6-8: Toledo Lounge
8-10: Madam’s Organ
10-12: Chief Ike’s”

Wild Mailbox

By Prince Of Petworth

This may be the most unusually decorated mailbox I’ve ever come across. It was found in Adams Morgan.

Old Felix Spot in Adams Morgan Gets New Signs

By Prince Of Petworth

Tim Carman from City Paper’s Young and Hungry did some digging and found a quote from the owner:

“New establishment is going to be a new American restaurant called Savour and a lounge called Sutra. I have an executive chef from the Phoenix Park Hotel in D.C. who is on board who will be making new American cuisine. He is Vietnamese so it should be a nice fusion of American and Asian cuisine.”

Carman also says the new spot is scheduled to open Friday.

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