2418 18th Street, NW
Back in April we learned that Wok and Roll was coming back to Adams Morgan with a new name – Isshin Asian Bistro.
Thanks to a reader for sending the update: “Wok & Roll has reopened in the Isshin Ramen space and is now called Isshin Asian Bistro.”
The menu: (more…)
This rental is located at 1757 T Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$3200 / 2br – Upscale & Spacious 2BD/2BA Apartment (Dupont Circle) (more…)
3552 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Jake for sending the shot above: “New mural going up on Saturday (11 July) at Panam Grocery, and then finished as a vigil on Sunday (12 July) for Vanessa Gullien.”
Looks like the same artists, Musah Swallah, Ghana and Frida Larios, who recently put up a new mural at El Tamarindo in Adams Morgan: (more…)
1777 Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to Joan for sending: “Just wanted to share that Reveler’s Hour in Adams Morgan is opening a wine and sandwich shop. Neat for the neighborhood!”
Reveler’s Hour’s website also says:
“We’re excited to serve you in person. We’ll be offering dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations are recommended due to our limited seating capacity, but feel free to try for a walk-in table if you’re in the neighborhood.”
2473 18th Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sharing Sharbat‘s now “open from 9am- 4pm everyday” in the former Spoon space in Adams Morgan.
A peek at some of the goods: (more…)
2001 18th Street, NW courtesy The Imperial
From a press release:
“Just in time for the 4th of July weekend, The Imperial will open its stunning two-tier rooftop for safe dining, on Friday, July 3. Debuting for the first time since the restaurant’s grand opening in November 2019, The Imperial will also unveil a brand new summer food and cocktail menu, and rooftop “Tower Hour” happy hour. The Adams Morgan dining destination will then open its indoor dining room and raw bar with a newly-arranged safely-distanced floorplan on Wednesday, July 8.
The Imperial has taken extensive precautions in line with DC health and safety guidelines, including safely-distanced tables, mask policies and stringent cleaning procedures, plus complimentary sanitizer stations throughout, to ensure the safest enjoyable dining experience for all: (more…)
1780 Columbia Road, NW
Back in May we heard some faulty scuttlebutt about the Line Hotel possibly not reopening, which their manager quickly refuted and the good news is that they’ve reopened today:
“The LINE DC
COVID -19 UPDATE: We are now open and our top priority is the health and safety of our guests and employees. We are following the guidance of health authorities and government requirements to provide a clean, safe, and comfortable experience for all.”
Last week Eater DC reported:
“A Rake’s Progress, the high-priced, local-sourcing Mid-Atlantic restaurant that brought James Beard Award-winning chef Spike Gjerde to D.C., has permanently closed after two and a half years of business on the top floor of the trendy Line hotel in Adams Morgan.”
Fortunately The LINE DC still reports:
“With two restaurants, a rooftop bar, and a coffee shop (see also: in-room delivery), the LINE DC offers dining experiences at every hour of the day.
Erik Bruner-Yang’s lobby-situated Brothers And Sisters and his Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded Spoken English take cues from around the globe.”
If so, what did you think of the closing of 18th Street to traffic? Did it work well? Did you dine out? Were folks wearing masks? Should they keep it closed? (more…)
From DDOT:
“As part of Mayor Bowser’s ongoing effort to reimagine outdoor space in the District, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will temporarily close 18th Street NW between Kalorama Road NW and Columbia Road NW to all vehicular traffic during specified periods between Friday, June 26 and Sunday, June 28.
The pilot closure not only supports social distancing as the District continues its response to coronavirus (COVID-19), but also provides more recreational and social opportunities for businesses and the public. Approved restaurants and retail businesses can take advantage of expanded outdoor seating and operations to serve residents and visitors. Cyclists and pedestrians can enjoy additional space in the roadway to travel in both directions along 18th Street NW.
DDOT Traffic Control Officers will be in place throughout the area to direct all modes of traffic. The street will be closed during the timeframes below: (more…)
A reader reports yesterday afternoon:
“Just had a really awful experience wondering if happened to others- was crossing Columbia and 18th Street and a woman turned around and spit all over me in the crosswalk. I wanted to avoid having police involved if possible and called the Mobile Crisis team, but due to the nature I ended up having to file a police report. It did seem like she was mentally ill.”
Ed. Note: Some useful numbers we’ve mentioned in the past: (more…)