elsewhere in the neighborhood at 2104 18th Street, NW – Meeps “closed for burglary repairs” photo by Terry

“Dear PoPville,

I was with my 12-year-old daughter at Fleet Feet on Columbia Road (1841 Columbia Rd NW) around 3:30 pm yesterday (Sunday) when a group of 4 or 5 teens walked in and asked a few questions about shoes and other items — and then suddenly grabbed a bunch of stuff and ran out. It was jarring. (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

Another break-in in Adamd Morgan – Little Shop of Flowers in the alley (2421 18th Stree,t NW.) Police are on the scene. They’re good friends of mine and they are devastated by this, especially ahead of the busy Valentine weekend. Looks like the guy broke in from the window in the back and crawled in- broken glass and blood all over.”

And thanks to all who messaged and tagged me about Each Peach Market in Mount Pleasant (3068 Mt. Pleasant Street, NW): (more…)



via google maps

Thanks to all who messaged me about this Sunday noting the proximity to recent door smashings and robberies.

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Second District seek the public’s assistance in locating suspects and a vehicle in reference to an Armed Robbery (Gun) offense that occurred on Sunday, February 5, 2023, in the 1800 block of T Street, Northwest.

At approximately 1:31 pm, the suspects approached the victims at the listed location. One of the suspects brandished a handgun and demanded the victim’s property. (more…)



2009 18th Street, NW at California Street, NW

From a press release:

“Managing Partner Cindy Sanchez is pleased to announce the upcoming March 2023, opening of the highly anticipated Alfresco Tap and Grill, at 2009 18th Street, NW in Adams Morgan. Befitting its name, this rustic, modern, new build restaurant, will offer 123 seats inside and 212 seats in three distinctive outdoor dining areas for a total of 335 guests at full capacity. Alfresco will feature an “American Tap and Grill” approachable menu for this vibrant neighborhood, offering sandwiches, pizza, pasta dishes, salads, and steaks. The kitchen was designed with menu versatility in mind, including a designated pizza oven. (more…)


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