“Puppies and Yoga comes to Adams Morgan on 18th street in the upstairs space formerly occupied by an unlicensed cannabis shop.” Looks like they’ll be there next weekend too Tail Up Goat will shutter at the end of the year If you buy something from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics policy Back when Adams Morgan was more known as a destination for jumbo slice and late-night falafel, the ambitious and curiously named Tail Up Goat opened in the neighborhood in February 2016 the partners will close at the end of the year “Had the last few years not happened [with the pandemic],” chef Jon Sybert told Axios “maybe we’d be having a different conversation.” A post shared by Tail Up Goat (@tailupgoat) and “Tail Up Goat is my proudest accomplishment,” Tyler told Eater this afternoon “We are so fortunate to have been joined along the way by the best team in the game We feel incredibly lucky that we get to choose to close this chapter on our terms while there is still so much joy in this place.” and for dishes like a crudité of radishes and wax beans with white miso dip; a seared strip steak and a crunchy potato pavé with a dusting of green onion powder; and “a rather un-French version” of baba au rhum When asked what the biggest rewards were a year after opening it was “how responsible I feel for all of the people here,” while Jensen said it’s “being able to play a meaningful part in people’s day-to-day life as a more casual restaurant.” The team has eight more months of those kind of rewards, during which, Tyler tells Eater, “There is a lot to look forward to,” including a dinner series with other operators they admire “We’ll push to be the very best version of ourselves until our last service in December.” A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued until midnight on Tuesday WASHINGTON (7News) — After weeks of risky traffic maneuvers some Adams Morgan residents are calling on recently installed bike lanes to be removed the Kalorama Citizens Association voiced their concerns to D.C Councilmember Anita Bonds and a representative from the D.C Protected bike lanes and bus-only lanes on Columbia Road were put in place to keep things rolling and improve safety some Adams Morgan residents say drivers and moped operators seem to be taking more risks as delivery drivers and ride-share drivers are stopping in the only lanes of traffic 7News recorded several drivers swerving into oncoming traffic to get around those stopped vehicles Justin Sharma had to stop in a crosswalk with his baby stroller after a driver rolled through a stop sign while 7News was monitoring the traffic "There are pedestrians and little kids in the crosswalk and that kind of thing is increasing in frequency," said Sharma said the blame falls on the risk-taking drivers and not necessarily the system that allows them to cycle safely "It's incumbent on all of us to be safe and actually treat each other with respect and not do stuff like that," said Nisbet "There's always going to be a period where people need a little more time to get used to it and I hope eventually people do," he said It's not just the issue of safety that has riled opponents of the new lanes Another business owner said she on the verge of closing shop because of the impact on not only her business but on her personal mobility "What I would like for them to acknowledge is this has been a tremendous mistake and for them to pull it out," said Fenty The representative from DDOT said he would take feedback from Tuesday night's meeting back to the teams in his office 2024) -- It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Arno A a distinguished Morgan State Hall of Famer Adams embodied the spirit of resilience and academic excellence After successfully navigating his education at Baltimore's Dunbar High School he sought to further his learning at Morgan State University where he embarked on a lifelong commitment to the institution that would shape his future His time at Morgan not only provided him with an undergraduate degree but also initiated a profound connection that would see him contribute significantly to the university and its community over the years Adams' influence and commitment to the Morgan State University athletic program are undeniable and profound he has been an integral part of almost every athletic championship won by the university serving as a steadfast presence behind the scenes as the Head Equipment Manager Since first stepping into this pivotal role in 1957 Adams poured his heart and soul into ensuring that each Morgan athlete is equipped not just with the physical gear required to excel but with the confidence derived from being professionally prepared Adams' legacy is etched in the very fabric of Morgan State's athletic achievements highlighting the profound impact of dedication and teamwork that often goes unrecognized yet is essential to the spirit of competition Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Night Dreams has opened! Next up is: Scattered thunderstorms are expected Monday afternoon and evening. Some may become severe with large hail and high winds. TRACK RADARTraffic Advisory for Adams Morgan Spring PorchFest: What roads are closed on Saturdayby Jessica James (7News) — The annual Adams Morgan Spring PorchFest is happening in D.C prompting several road closures and parking restrictions SEE ALSO | PorchFest is back in DC, bringing Petworth community together through music and art The following street will be posted as Emergency No Parking on Saturday from 12:00 p.m The following street will be closed to vehicle traffic on Saturday from 12:00 p.m Adams Morgan PorchFest is a neighborhood music festival featuring throughout the residential and commercial streets of Adams Morgan If you’ve ever had the pleasure of hitting up Tail Up Goat We’re filled with so much gratitude for what we’ve built together at Tail Up Goat we’ll be celebrating the incredible community that has made this place feel like home your celebrations (and even your chaos) have shaped this space in ways we could have never imagined Whether you’ve come in once or a hundred times past and present—you are the heart of it all and kindness are what make this place not just good We are so proud of what we’ve accomplished together and so lucky to have shared it with you We’re committed to making the rest of this year the best it’s ever been—full of delicious food Axios reported: chef Jon Sybert and Bill Jensen agreed it was time “Had the last few years not happened [with the pandemic] maybe we’d be having a different conversation,” Sybert tells Axios Get some while you still can and stay tuned It’s almost time to turn up the volume on one of DC’s most beloved neighborhood festivals—Adams Morgan PorchFest is back on Saturday and this year’s lineup is bigger than ever and public spaces into stages for live music across genres—from bluegrass and indie rock to soul 🎤 This year’s headliner? Gangstagrass The Emmy-nominated band blends bluegrass instrumentation with hip-hop flow for a sound (and show) like no other Catch their set on the Aetna Main Stage at 2424 18th Street NW 🎶 The music kicks off all afternoon across three main stages and dozens of neighborhood porches take advantage of exclusive PorchFest discounts at participating businesses and restaurants and the full lineup of performers at admodc.org Whether you’re a longtime local or just looking for something new to do in DC PorchFest is your invitation to celebrate community Back in October we broke the news that a Tatte was coming to Adams Morgan “….they finally started working on the Tatte space yesterday Removing asbestos and the ramp/railings out front I confirmed with the Georgetown location that they are targeting to open in the Fall.” What the what. A reader shared some scuttlebutt about the streateries and now an ANC rep has confirmed it: “The Adams Morgan BID told us on the February ANC 1C meeting that the Mayor unexpectedly decided to suspend the program It sounds like that means the current streateries stay in place but any modifications a business wants to make (including for heating etc) can’t happen for the foreseeable future No idea what the Mayor’s rationale might be here.” Thanks to all who emailed/messaged about the mural going up at the old Suntrust/Police Station/Future Jubilee Housing in Adams Morgan Back in September 2016(!!?!!) we shared the news that Wingo’s was coming to the former Angles and Little Fountain space (eternal RIP) in Adams Morgan Thanks to Barred in DC and Noa for passing on the Wingo’s news over the weekend: A very good source tells me that a lease has been signed for a Tatte coming to Adams Morgan: “Tatte coming to old Bank of America space in Adams Morgan – betw Bedrock Billiards and So’s Your Mom” STAY TUNED for more details and if you’d like to learn about Scuttlebutt as soon as I do, please join our Patreon, where we shared this on September 18th If it’s from the same folks as Night Dreams in VA then get ready for “lingerie and adult items store” Looks like it’ll be a pretty big space occupying two storefronts: staff at CVS at Florida/18th told me they’re closing by the end of February Gone too soon!” Don’t think I’ve seen this one announced yet…Went to pick up an Rx from the CVS at 1781 Florida Ave and there is a sign at the front indicating they are closing there is a sign indicating they will be closing February 27th and all prescriptions will be transferred to 1755 Columbia Ave NW location unless requested otherwise and the lingering smell of weed throughout the store.” “Many of the dog owners in the Kalorama Triangle/Adams Morgan are in a group WhatsApp and today we received a message from one of the neighbors re- another dog being electrocuted/receiving chest compressions on the corner of Belmont Rd NW and Columbia Rd NW near Streets Market This is a highly trafficked area for dogs as it is near multiple parks and the broader dog-owning community is highly alarmed.” Yesterday NBC Washington reported on two other incidents downtown: “‘Is it safe?’ DC dog owners concerned about pets being electrocuted dog owners are taking extra precautions after an extremely unusual situation earlier this month when two dogs were fatally electrocuted four hours apart on a downtown street.” This year’s The Mother of All Yard Sales will be held on Saturday It’s the region’s oldest (since 1987!) and biggest (40+ homes!) community yard sale held each year in Adams Morgan (and only in Adams Morgan) and shoppers navigate between sales using an online neighborhood map All we ask of participants is that they help spread the word Please let me know if you live in Adams Morgan and are interested in selling stuff this year If you would like the wonderful B-Thrifty charity truck to stop by after the sale and pick up your unsold items (tax-deductible benefitting neighborhood healthcare champion Mary’s Center) you yourself must sign up directly for a truck pickup https://www.mcdonationpickup.org/schedule-a-pick-up/ and fill out the form—but be sure to say “The Mother of All Yard Sales: May 17” under “Donation Description.” Be sure to let your neighbors know about how easy it is to sell stuff as part of The Mother of All Yard Sales Please forward this email to any smaller email lists/listserv for your apartment building Thanks to Noa for the Falafel Sam opening update: There’s a new yoga and wellness studio recently open in AdMo on Columbia Road called Mindful Movement DC The owner, Rachel, teaches thoughtful yoga classes and offers custom-designed strength training programs. Check it out: mindfulmovementdc.com” To find support and resources for federal workers, visit fedsupport.dc.gov the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced PARK(ing) Day 2024 will be held on Friday The popular event temporarily converts on-street parking spaces into pop-up parks allowing people to visualize and explore alternative uses for curb space the success of this event has led to the creation of more permanent public space activation programs such as DDOT’s Parklet Program and Streatery Program DDOT is installing new streatery structures in Adams Morgan on 18th Street NW between Columbia Road and Kalorama Road in partnership with the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District (AMPBID) and 33 small businesses This pilot involves demolishing the existing temporary streateries and installing new structures that are more accessible as well as making adjustments to the street curb to increase access for passenger and commercial loading The structures are compliant with the future streateries guidelines and will demonstrate how streateries can look once the program is finalized “Streateries have become an essential part of the vibrant landscape of our city offering spaces where people can connect and businesses can thrive,” said DDOT Acting Director Sharon Kershbaum “We are excited to use Adams Morgan as a demonstration project to showcase our new streatery standards These updated guidelines reflect our commitment to creating public spaces that are welcoming and safe We look forward to rolling out these new standards across the District later this year ensuring all neighborhoods benefit from these improvements.” “We are very appreciative of Mayor Muriel Bowser’s support to make Adams Morgan’s streateries look their best and function in the safest Thanks for choosing our neighborhood to showcase the new streatery guidelines,” said Kristen Barden Executive Director of the Adams Morgan Partnership BID “We look forward to having lots more people enjoy world class diverse dining al fresco in Adams Morgan.” and the AMPBID coordinated with all property owners and businesses adjacent to the project site through a series of in-person and virtual meetings and outreach efforts Businesses are responsible for dismantling their streateries while DDOT will install the new structures provided by Vestre The new streateries will be installed September 16-27 and available for use thereafter by the participating businesses Additional planters with greenery will also be added throughout the pilot zone to enhance beautification efforts A ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling the final design is scheduled for early October More traditional PARK(ing) Day installations are planned throughout the District in Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8. Participating groups include District Government agencies, Main Street organizations, and local businesses. The full list of locations is included in the table below and can be found on DDOT’s website: https://public-space-activation-dcgis.hub.arcgis.com/ To learn more about DDOT’s Streatery Program, please visit https://public-space-activation-dcgis.hub.arcgis.com/ Yo!! Oh my goodness. I was lucky enough to catch one of Hi Fi‘s owners on my Saturday walkabout and he invited me in for a little tour and chat All I can say is that the Gods are kind once again because this place sounds absolutely awesome If all goes well they should be soft opening on Wednesday (will update if any of that changes.) Here’s a very rough look of what’s to come (art by Tyler.) And yes there will be burgers But to me this space feels like it’s going back to it’s Asylum roots For the most part it’s going to be a very “regular” bar A place to hang out and have fun with friends Here’s a super sneak peek but obviously finishing touches ongoing so I’ll update again when more details/info can be shared: Stay tuned for more coming to the space too…: Note: I also caught some great archeological finds from the Asylum days that I’ll be posting later today… Come to our 1 year anniversary PowerPoint Party Recent presentation include: “Dumb Things I Believed as a Child,” “Good and Bad Reasons to Travel Through Time,” and “Pettiness in Academia.” Thanks to Zach for sharing: “18th Street streateries (5 structures and some chairs gone or going) coming down :( Maybe because of the new protect bike lanes coming to Columbia rd but we actually want both Peter also asks: “It seems like several of the AdMo streeteries are being taken down today Any idea whether there has been a policy change One of the contractors said the city is requiring businesses to install a uniform set of buildings seems like a waste of resources and money… ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ ” What's Hot: 262-Unit Development With 'Main Street' Retail Pitched For Columbia Pike by UrbanTurf Staff ✉️ Want to forward this article? Click here The residential pipeline in Adams Morgan has slowed in recent years and now there are just a handful of projects in the works for the neighborhood along 18th Street NW.  Perhaps the most notable news in the last year is that plans for the former SunTrust bank property at 18th and Columbia Road NW have come into focus and the nonprofit unveiled plans earlier this year for a new all-affordable development at the location.  UrbanTurf revisits what has happened since our last look at Adams Morgan's residential pipeline please shoot us an email at editor(at)urbanturf.com.  The new concept planned for one of DC's most contentious development sites will be a seven-story, all-affordable development with approximately 50 residential units at the former SunTrust branch and adjacent plaza at 18th Street and Columbia Road (map) the project from Jubilee Housing would include retail spaces on the first level The plaza area in front of the building would be a space for building and community events.  To say that it has been a long road for the development of this site would be an understatement. UrbanTurf first started covering development plans eight years ago Years of community pushback and court proceedings followed which ultimately led to the demise of the condo project and the bank donating the property to Jubilee last fall.  EucKal Nonprofit Jubilee Housing is currently at work turning the vacant Transcentury Building at 1724 Kalorama Road NW (map) into 25 apartments an expanded ground floor space for the Sitar Arts Center The unit mix will include seven two-bedrooms and nine each of one- and three-bedrooms Two-thirds of the units will be for households earning up to 30% of median family income (MFI) and the remainder will be for households earning up to 60% of MFI.  Ontario Place A block away at 2400 Ontario Road NW (map) another Jubilee Housing development is under construction This development will retrofit and add to the existing storefronts There will also be a rooftop aquaponics farm meant to yield fresh produce that can be sold to the community and to local restaurants and other vendors while also serving as a workforce development opportunity for the residents. The abutting King Emmanuel Baptist Church will house another 18 beds for returning citizens Brass Knob Warehouse Redevelopment King's Creek is still working to retrofit the former Brass Knob warehouse at 2329 and 2335 Champlain Street NW (map) into a 31-unit project designed by Bonstra|Haresign Architects the development team received a two-year extension from its approval for the plans from DC's Board of Zoning Adjustment Six of the units will be IZ and the unit mix would span from 428 square-foot studios to 994 square-foot two-bedrooms Some of the units will have outdoor space and there will also be a fitness center 8 vehicular spaces and one carshare space.  This article originally published at https://dc.urbanturf.com/articles/blog/the_4_developments_in_the_works_in_adams_morgan/22929 Questions about real estate in DC, VA or MD? 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This legendary location of Amsterdam Falafel closed back in 2023 and there has been a late night falafel vacuum ever since Ed. Note: The 14th Street location of Amsterdam Falafel is becoming a post office. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Driven by the creative forces of celebrated DC industry leaders Jo-Jo Valenzuela and Oscar Guardado, the newly reimagined two-floor restaurant will debut an inspired new menu and cohesive experience. “We wanted to create something truly special to D.C.—something rooted in our heritage but elevated in execution,” says Jo-Jo Valenzuela. “Tiki cocktails are about escapism and fun, but for us, it was also about storytelling—integrating these drinks with Filipino ingredients and soul.” From the vibrant textures to the thoughtful spatial flow, every detail of the redesign was curated to support Tiki on 18th’s transformation into a destination where Filipino heritage and island escapism coexist. Offering a curated menu of Filipino dishes, immersive cocktails, vibrant late-night energy, and community-driven experiences—all under one roof. Happy Hours is 7 days a week featuring $10 cocktails and fan favorites for food. Some of the original favorites have made it back on the menu, like Jo-Jo’s Pansit with crispy pork belly, vegetables and cornstarch noodles. And another staple, Salmon Curry with ginger, coconut milk and served with a side of fluffy steamed rice. “This is the kind of space that evolves with your night,” says Oscar Guardado. “We’ve designed something that feels seamless and intentional, no matter when you arrive.” Alongside the rebrand comes a bold new beverage program that raises the bar. The cocktail list has been reimagined from the ground up, featuring inventive drinks that blend tropical escapism with refined technique and unexpected Filipino twists. From the luxurious Gin Pom Elite (an ode to the Philippine modern-classic Gin Pomelo) to the playful Monkey Business (with crème de banana and vanilla-pandan), each cocktail tells a story and is crafted with purpose. “We’ve always been about creating a space that celebrates community,” says Jo-Jo Valenzuela. “Now we’re doubling down on that vision—with collabs, music, and Filipino culture blended into every part of the experience.” This rebrand marks Tiki on 18th’s evolution into a destination where neighborhood charm meets global inspiration—where every bite and every cocktail tells a story.” TRACK RADAROver 100 bands rock Adams Morgan in neighborhood-wide music eventby 7News Staff DC (7News) — More than 100 bands played to music fans across neighborhoods in Adams Morgan as a part of the Adams Morgan Fall PorchFest on Saturday afternoon Musicians and artists featured nearly every musical genre 7News' photojournalist Kimi Fleming was there to capture it all Thanks to all who’ve messaged us about Legacy HiFi coming to the former Tight Five Pub space Looks like it’s still gonna be a minute: Appears to be, obviously, affiliated with Legacy Sessions video/podcasting studios located on the second floor Thanks to KK for passing on from Life of Riley in Adams Morgan: Our team is so grateful for many wonderful years of serving pets in our community Due to ongoing challenges and current economic conditions we have made the difficult decision to permanently close Life of Riley Our staff will help you transfer any remaining appointments to our Yourgi partner facilities: Any Yourgi rewards may be used elsewhere in the Yourgi network Updates when we learn what becomes of the space Club Heaven & Hell is indestructible Anyone know what happened to Moonlight DC Lounge next door where Columbia Station used to be located Anyone that has spent a weekend night in Adams Morgan knows about the Jumbo Slice Pizza pushed and shoved into the trash cans until no more would fit inside which is why the trash cans in Adams Morgan sometimes looked like the District’s version of The Leaning Tower of Pisa making the sidewalk cluttered and creating a new hangout for rats The Adams Morgan Partnership BID said they have a solution “We bought two of the pizza box trash cans to replace the two BIG BELLY trash cans that had outlived their life span,” Executive Director of Adams Morgan Partnership BID Kristen Barden told WTOP The two trash cans are located at 18th and Belmont and close to the mid-block crosswalk in the 2400 block of 18th Street NW “Pizza boxes don’t fit well in the Victor Stanley cans that Department of Public Works provides on the street and the BIG BELLY containers didn’t work very well for that either this is a better solution to organize the pizza boxes,” Barden said “Our Clean Team empties all the trash and recycling cans every day so this will help to organize the pizza boxes better for collection.” Someone very happy about the new trash cans lives above The Jumbo Pizza Mart They are good for the environment,” Muhammad said He told WTOP he sees a lot of pizza boxes on the sidewalk on the weekend It’s not only people living in the neighborhood that are pleased with the new trash cans it’s also people working in local businesses I think it’s a great idea,” Andy’s Pizza manager Jeronimo Betancur said we don’t do much of a mess with the boxes but there are other stores that do give pizza boxes to go the place used to be full of pizza boxes all over.” Betancur told WTOP that he believes the new trash cans are going to solve a lot of the problems Get breaking news and daily headlines delivered to your email inbox by signing up here. © 2024 WTOP. All Rights Reserved. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. Jimmy Alexander has been a part of the D.C. media scene as a reporter for DC News Now and a long-standing voice on the Jack Diamond Morning Show. Now, Alexander brings those years spent interviewing newsmakers like President Bill Clinton, Paul McCartney and Sean Connery, to the WTOP Newsroom. Copyright © 2025 by WTOP. All rights reserved. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. TRACK RADARAdams Morgan comes alive with art: Explore the ADMO Art Walk until April 27thby Miya Moore WASHINGTON (7News) — The DC Arts Center and the Adams Morgan Partnership BID are hosting the ADMO Art Walk now until April 27th Executive Director of the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District joined Good Morning Washington to discuss the details of the event The event started as a way to connect the community with art by bringing the art museums outside during the COVID-19 Pandemic 22 artists have works displayed at 20 storefront windows of local businesses in Adams Morgan for the event with guided tours on select weekends through April For more information, visit dcartscenter.org/artwalk or @dcartscenter on Instagram That was pretty fast. The Peking Garden transformation into the Amazing Chicken Paradise is complete Check out the, uh, extensive menu here From Jubilee Plaza: “Wednesday, April 16 at 4pm we are having an event on the Jubilee Plaza to celebrate the Ovechkin mural on our headquarters building by Brandon Hill and this historic moment for The Caps.” WASHINGTON (7News) — A new mural celebrating Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is coming to Washington titled “G.O.A.T – Gr8est of All Time,” will be unveiled in the Adams Morgan neighborhood The announcement comes a day after Ovechkin became the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer RELATED | Alex Ovechkin becomes all-time NHL leading goal scorer native and D.C.-based artist Brandon Hill will appear on the wall of Jubilee Housing's main building an organization that provides deeply affordable housing and supportive services in the city he passed Wayne Gretzky to become the NHL’s all-time leading scorer Gretzky was in the arena to witness the milestone WATCH | 7News speaks with Alex Ovechkin as team arrives back to DC Officials said Hill's mural reflects the spirit and hard work behind Ovechkin's “Gr8 Chase” -- the journey to the record The piece also celebrates the strong bond between the Caps and the D.C "The artwork’s energy and direction capture the intensity of the occasion The color palette draws inspiration from the team’s past The project celebrates the strong bond between the Capitals reflecting the shared spirit and pride that unites the fanbase," officials said in a statement The Washington team plans to release more information on how they will honor Ovechkin in the coming week I was relieved to see this roll out shade feature Join us for a weekend of creativity and discovery at the Craft Lab this FREE event features exciting hands-on science and imaginative craft projects Drop in anytime between 12 PM and 6 PM on both days but arriving mid-event is recommended to avoid crowds Each activity takes about 10 to 30 minutes Enjoy special in-store offers like spinning our prize wheel for surprises and double rewards for Quantum Tenure Rewards Members (free to join) located within Because Science at 1759 Columbia Rd NW in Adams Morgan (across from the Line Hotel) Additional store information is posted on our website and Google Listing The family-owned Jamaican spot outgrows its College Park digs and settles into the District Jamaica native and Howard alum Lisa Waddell-Nash has been delivering spice at the Jerk Pit in College Park she brought the heat of the island to the heart of a popular Northwest neighborhood (2436 18th Street NW) while still maintaining her original location in a converted house Waddell-Nash describes the Jerk Pit as the ultimate place to “hang out and chill” — and Adams Morgan offered the right vibe on a bustling corridor to continue to share the spices and flavors from the Jamaica of her youth and get to share it with our community,” she says The move to AdMo was logical: “It’s a great location with a lot of space in a busy part of town.” the Jerk Pit catered to college kids and suburbanites drawn to the restaurant’s cozy digs in a converted home splashed with colorful she runs the business with her husband and two children The Adams Morgan locale has taken it up a step — or three The tri-level building boasts a rooftop and much larger kitchen allowing the Jerk Pit to flex even more traditional Jamaican dishes and events There are already daily lunch and happy hour specials plus a bottomless brunch popular with the young AdMo crowds Music carries over from College Park: live reggae on Sundays Waddell-Nash refuses to compromise on the authenticity she sees as central to the Jerk Pit’s menu.“We import most of our seasonings,” she says “and maintain the ingredients and methods of cooking.” While her restaurant is named for the traditional cooking method the Jerk Pit kicked off with a simple grill: starting off small but with a grander vision in mind recalling the pits used to cook meat at home in Jamaica the large menu draws from across the island and taste traditions Favorite apps and snacks include jerk wings and several types of patties (turnovers) filled with meat or veggies She also serves other traditional items like festival (sweet fried bread) Beyond the jerk chicken mainstay — a quarter Curries and stews also feature proteins like goat and peas (red beans) Imported Jamaican beers and sodas share space with ginger beers made in-house The cocktails “are designed to give you a Caribbean feel and look with colorful layered drinks,” Waddell-Nash says including the signature rum punch made with Jamaican Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum and balanced with tropical fruit juices the Jerk Pit also has a hint of other Caribbean islands Getting the Jerk Pit off the ground took some elbow grease A young woman new to the industry after leaving telecom and marketing Waddell-Nash encountered resistance to her entrepreneurial efforts I had to mortgage my house in order to get the money to start the business,” she says “I could barely afford to keep the restaurant open The Jerk Pit took off as she established it as a fiercely community-centric spot and made the painted clapboard house feel like a home for every customer who walked in The restaurant survived pandemic restrictions through deliveries and longstanding ties Waddell-Nash realized it was time to expand “We have outgrown our little space and we make the best of it but it’s time to spread our wings,” she says The annual Adams Morgan Day celebrated the D.C neighborhood in picture-perfect weather Sunday The celebration also featured a promenade of vendors selling clothing organizers said it’s the city’s longest operating community festival However this year’s offering is a scaled-down version compared to the two block-long festival in years past This year Adams Morgan Day is being celebrated on the grounds of Marie Reed Elementary School The school’s soccer field featured a sound stage and games for kids Colorful vending booths lined the school’s 18th Street entrance and spilled out onto the sidewalk “It’s not quite the same as it used to be where we used to have all the street and it was just packed so now it’s just a little bit smaller — a lot smaller but they still have some nice vendors,” said Yvonne Williams who’s lived in Adams Morgan since the 1970s Williams and other visitors to the festival talked about their love of their neighborhood there are a lot of things you can do within walking distance,” Williams said “It’s always been a diverse area kind of cool like that,” said Tony Artisst of D.C American University’s Humanities Truck set up a pop up exhibit at 18th and Wyoming Streets NW The brightly colored step-up van featured photos and text on “The New Thing” — a 1960s-era art education and culture center that once operated in Adams Morgan “It was started by an architect named Topper Carew,” said Daniel Kerr an associate professor of History at American University “What they did was they taught African drumming This year’s festival features an evening performance of Washington’s legendary band “The Blackbyrds.” Get breaking news and daily headlines delivered to your email inbox by signing up here This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area Whether anchoring the news inside the Glass-Enclosed Nerve Center or reporting from the scene in Maryland Dick Uliano is always looking for the stories that really impact people's lives What is the deal with Alfresco in Adams Morgan It’s been closed for months now and it makes me so sad to see such a gorgeous space so empty Sometimes I’ll see people working around inside and have hope they’ll reopen soon but no luck Mark it as scuttlebutt but it’s from a very solid source It looks like Elon Musk will not be buying the Line hotel in Adams Morgan after all—at least not today. Bisnow reports that the only bid in today’s auction was from the hotel’s own lender Eater reported last week that that the Tesla and X billionaire was interested in turning the trendy hotel in a “private social club,” according to “multiple sources familiar with the deal.” The headline set off panic in the liberal neighborhood. “Keep Elon Out of AdMo” stickers showed up on sign posts, Axios reported, and a petition aiming to stop the hypothetical sale garnered more than 2,000 signatures Anxiety about one of Trump’s closest loyalists taking over the property also gripped the hotel’s staff and clientele who requested anonymity in order to avoid backlash says brides who planned to get married at the hotel were coming in concerned about Musk and staff didn’t know what to tell them were worried about their jobs and safety,” says the employee Jessica Sidman covers the people and trends behind D.C.’s food and drink scene she was Food Editor and Young & Hungry columnist at Washington City Paper She is a Colorado native and University of Pennsylvania grad.