next to the new Wiseguy pizza
Before Bar and Lounge 54 this space was home to Tulips. Before them this space was home to Irish Whiskey (RIP $1 Champagne Brunch) and of course before them the legendary, in certain circles, Porter’s.
The liquor license placard now posted for Nero says:
1207 19th Street, NW
“The Establishment will be a restaurant and wine bar serving Italian cuisine. Total Occupancy Load is 180 with seating for 180 inside the premises. Sidewalk Café with 45 seats and a total capacity of 50. Entertainment Endorsement with Dancing and Cover Charge inside the premises only. Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement and Holiday Extension of Hours Endorsement.”
Stay tuned.