Thanks to Brian and Chris for sending:
“What does it mean?!? The cloud has gone from black to white…maybe it’s the result of an epic battle between good and evil in middle earth, or maybe something deeper…”
Adams Morgan
Thanks to Jessica for sending from Adams Morgan:
“I truly love the petty vengefulness of a note war. For what it’s worth, this person DOES leave trash on the sidewalk (previously: a lone Timberland boot, a raggedy Beanie Baby, useless manuals).”
2411 18th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Rum Day DC Co-founder Jonathan Peterson and Saab Harrison, formerly of Service Bar Will Open “Tiki On 18th,” a Lively Tiki Cocktail Bar and Eatery, July 2019.
Jonathan Peterson has earned a reputation for building brands nationally, as well as in the DMV area and as Co-founder of Rum Day DC, Rum Cocktail Club, and the Rum Block Party in Baltimore. Saab Harrison has honed his craft creating cocktails during his time at Service bar, as well as with Drink Company.
Patrons will be amazed by the decor of Tiki On 18th used to create the vibe of paradise, courtesy of Pearl Madryga at Roam Interiors. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
The entire neighborhood is angry and the alarm is going off again as I write this message (10:18am). Today the guest parking pass has expired and I am not sure if this is finally groups for a tow! Thanks for any advice you may have!”
Original message:
“Since Friday, June 28 there has been an almost hourly activation of a car alarm from a Red Blazer with Maryland plates parked in the 2200 block of Ontario Road, NW. (more…)
1815 Adams Mill Road, NW
Back in April we broke the news that the SoHo space (previously Adams Mill Bar and Grill) was listed for lease. Not sure if someone new has signed on yet but SoHo (Southern Hospitality) has definitely closed after 7 years: (more…)
2412 18th St. (Rear), NW
“Dear PoPville,
This Saturday we and other DC brands Nos Nos and Charix are launching a design showroom in the Cheshire, an old Adams Morgan luxury car garage built in 1906. We’re aiming to covert the space, which has been empty for a while now, into a hub for creativity, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.” (more…)
I don’t know. I saw this in Adams Morgan/Lanier Heights, I believe this is in front of a Bed and Breakfast which is even stranger, anyway I have some thoughts. Dear God do I have some thoughts. But in the interim – caption contest – go!!
2204 18th Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending: “I noticed the place was empty and then confirmed it with the owner.” Bummer. This turned into a nice Ethiopian option and happy hour spot over the years.
Updates when we learn what happens to the space.
2473 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Elissa for sending the update:
“Y’ALL! Good news!! Spoon is back!!!! Saw the Open sign on this evening, went in to talk to the owner. Soft reopening this week, official reopening next week. FroYo is out, mochi and bing su are in, bubble tea stays, more to come!!“
2467 18th Street, NW
Ed. Note: See our discussion on D.C.’s best bookstores here.
From a press release:
“Idle Time Books, an iconic neighborhood bookstore in Adams Morgan DC, will rename itself as Lost City Books. The new name, brand, and identity follows the retirement of founder Val Morgan and the sale of the bookstore in January 2019. While under new ownership, the store plans to remain in Adams Morgan indefinitely and is dedicated to remaining the neighborhood staple that Idle Time Books has been: a fantastic and idiosyncratic institution that proudly served the neighborhood for 36 years. (more…)