
2439 18th Street, NW
A couple of weeks ago we noted that they were looking ready to roll in the former Outrage/Violet Boutique space. And roll they shall. From their IG: (more…)

2439 18th Street, NW
A couple of weeks ago we noted that they were looking ready to roll in the former Outrage/Violet Boutique space. And roll they shall. From their IG: (more…)

This rental is located at 1660 Lanier Place, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1399 / 430ft2 – Ceiling fans, Ceramic tile flooring, Three blocks to metro bus (Dupont Circle Columbia Heights Adams Morgan) (more…)

1777 Columbia Road, NW
Back in October we learned that a “brand new restaurant concept from the owners of Tail Up Goat” is coming to the ground floor space at 1777 Columbia Road NW. Thanks to Marty for sending:
“It’s opening for the public on New Year’s Eve–reservations now available.”

Check out their menu here.

1831 Columbia Road, NW
is the same thing I ate last year. What can I say, I’m a creature of habit – though I did also have a top notch meal at Tail Up Goat this year. Anyway back to this year’s honor – the Bronx Pastrami sandwich reins supreme again – congratulations to So’s Your Mom once again. Forever and always.
What’s the best thing you guys ate this year?

This rental is located at 2901 18th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1649 / 1br – 710ft2 – Shopping, Dining &Entertainment Within Steps & Easy access to downtown (more…)

2218 18th Street, NW
Ed. Note: Some love for Asmara here back in 2017.
Thanks to Natalia for the heads up. Life of Riley opened up the former Sawah Diner space next door back in 2017. Not 100% sure they’ll be affiliated the boarding hospital but seems likely: (more…)

Thanks to Alex for sending. A question we’ve been tackling since 2012. I think we can all agree: (more…)

2206 18th Street, NW
Yesterday we reported that All American Sole was coming to Adams Morgan. At that time we didn’t really have much to go on beside the logo: (more…)

DaMarkus Thomas Memorial Fundraiser via GoFundMe
Joe passes along the very sad news and fundraiser:
“It is with deepest sympathy and grief that we mourn the loss of DaMarkus Thomas, a beloved member of the Smoke & Barrel family. DaMarkus was kind, funny, thoughtful, and an all-around stellar man. His infectious smile could light up any room, and he had a knack for making people want to be around him. (more…)

2439 18th Street, NW
Back in March we learned that HILO Poke and Sushi would be coming to the former Outrage/Violet Boutique space on 18th Street. Been a long build out, understandably, going from retail to restaurant. But they finally look ready to open their doors soon.
A peek inside: (more…)