Adams Morgan

Whoa, BicycleSpace Closing in Adams Morgan; Hearing this could be the future home to that rumored WaWa

By Prince Of Petworth


2424 18th Street, NW

Thanks to all who messaged me:

“Sad news, just walked by and they are closed for good. Said they were “moving” to their K St location on the window and the space was mostly emptied out. It’s a a very big retail space, so it will be interesting to see what goes in there.”

“Just wanted to confirm that BicycleSpace is closing their flagship Adams Morgan location [Opened July 2015], to focus on their K Street [Mt. Vernon Square] and Ivy City shops. the usual reasons, rent too high, too much square footage to support with bike sales and service, lots of veteran staff members leaving over the past year. It’s a bummer for 18th Street, and I hope my friends who work there will be ok.”

In June I said I was 97% sure Adams Morgan was getting a WaWa. If I were a betting man…

Prior to BicycleSpace this was home to Slaviya and back in the day, Cities.

UPDATE: “After 12 years in one of the city’s great neighborhoods, Adams Morgan, Bourbon has decided to close our doors.”

By Prince Of Petworth


2321 18th Street, NW

UPDATE from Bourbon’s Facebook:

Some news:

After 12 years in one of the city’s great neighborhoods, Adams Morgan, Bourbon has decided to close our doors.

The goal was to be a relaxed, easy-going bar, with great music and an even greater staff, to be the neighborhood bar, a whiskey lover’s home at a time when whiskey wasn’t yet the trend. We succeeded.

Instead of reinventing the business entirely, I think it’s best that we re-evaluate exactly what we’re offering to our community and how. I am eager to explore other opportunities within this city. I am grateful for the time and relationships this venture has graced my life with. I credit every single individual that assisted in our success for many years; specifically, our staff and Bill Thomas’s staff in the years before me.

All the priceless memories and impactful moments this little watering hole could pour, we certainly drank. Thank you all.

— James P. Woods, owner”

A reader reports at 8:37pm last night: “Bourbon is closed.” (more…)

We May Hate the Name But the Eats Will be Good – Tail Up Goat Opening “new restaurant concept” here!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Dan for sending:

“Per the AdMo Heights‘ amenities site, a “brand new restaurant concept from the owners of Tail Up Goat” is coming to the ground floor space at 1777 Columbia Road NW.”

The Washington Post reported:

“At Reveler’s Hour, which will open next summer — “D.C. permitting permitting,” Tyler jokes — the bar will be front and center, with a larger choice of draft beers, vermouth cocktails and a “fun and irreverent” selection of wines by the glass that might be based around a certain grape varietal or favorite movies.”

STAY TUNED.

Man o man, remember when this was Payless? Avignone Freres Bakery?

Today’s Rental is “Quiet & Sunny!”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 16th and Kalorama Road, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1750 / 1br – 600ft2 – Park Tower NW, 16th & Kalorama NW Quiet & Sunny!

Park Tower, 2440 16th St., NW, Washington, D.C Art-deco condo building, (National Registry of Historic Places). Available December 1, 2018. $1,750 + Utils; 1 year lease with a $1,250 security deposit. One time move-in/move-out fee of $400. (more…)

Update: Damnit, I’ve Been Duped!! Long Vacant Footaction Space Now One Big Advertisement.

By Prince Of Petworth


1815 Columbia Road, NW

Thanks to Brooke (and all) for sending:

“This new store opening in the longtime vacant spot [Ed. Note: The old Footaction sneaker store!!] between Mintwood and Pop’s Sea Bar. According to the website listed on the sign, it sounds like a new phone store. So boring.”

“The future of phone service = no stores, no annual contracts, no hidden fees, no BS.”

UPDATE

Thanks to S.N.L. for sending from Adweek:

“The advertising push involves a host of faux pop-up storefronts in nine major U.S. cities. The catch: None of the stark blue buildings are stores at all. They’re designed to convey the message that Visible’s service is available via app only.”

Adams Morgan/Kalorama Residents Try To Save Metro K But Landlord Says New Grocer Has Been Signed

By Prince Of Petworth

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Thanks to Arianne for sending:

“There was a rally to save the metro k market in Adams Morgan last night.

The landlord has jacked up the rent. Many people have signed the petition to have them stay.”

The Washington CityPaper reports:

“Borger Management’s Joe Borger wrote to say, “I am happy to report that we have an executed lease with a grocer for 1864 Columbia Road NW.” That grocer is not Metro K Supermarket.”


1864 Columbia Road, NW

Updates when we learn more.

Ed. Note: Earlier in the month we learned from The Grill From Ipanema (located next door):

“We have two lots of restaurant space in that building and we have decided to lease/sell one. But we will remain at 1858 Columbia Rd with cozy and intimate restaurant.”

About All That Law Enforcement Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth

Fabiana sent the photo above and asked: “This is 14 St NW between Randolph and Shepherd. What happened?”

Amber replied: “Spoke to officer and they are executing a search warrant.”


3925 14th Street, NW

Steve reported around 10pm:

“Astrid pool hall was just raided. The FBI swat team ran through and there are about 10 old guys handcuffed out front. It looked like only one or two were arrested.”


via google maps

Harry reported shots fired in Truxton Circle around 11pm:

“Not seeing this yet on the MPD twitter, but last night around 11pm I heard about 7-10 gunshots in the 200 block of Q Street, NW. MPD arrived promptly, swept the area, found casings through the street.”

And Benjamin passes on from Adams Morgan around 10pm:

MPD reported:

“Alert: Robbery (Gun) at 2213 hrs in the 1800 block of Ontario Pl NW. Lookout for a B/M, 6’4″ with facial hair, black clothing, black bandanna, armed with a handgun.”

The Grill from Ipanema: “We have two lots of restaurant space in that building and we have decided to lease/sell one.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1858 Columbia Road, NW

UPDATE From Ester De Aguiar:

“We are Not CLOSING! In fact, we are celebrating our 26 years anniversary this month with lots of live music, great food & drinks! We have two lots of restaurant space in that building and we have decided to lease/sell one. But we will remain at 1858 Columbia Rd with cozy and intimate restaurant. (Partner at TGFI)”

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The hits keep on coming, possibly, to the 1800 block of Columbia. First Metro K and now next door neighbor The Grill from Ipanema could be next. Thanks to a reader for sending this Steal of the Year:

“Rare Opportunity to Purchase a Very Desirable Restaurant! (more…)

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