Thanks to all who passed on the very sad news from Bardo Brewing last night:
“SAD news. Bardawg has passed away. He had a tumor pressing on his spinal cord. Leading to a fairly rapid paralysis of his back half. Hope everyone remembers the good times with Bardawg! He had a good life hanging out with all his friends (you folks) over the past 7 years! RIP.” (more…)
4203 Georgia Avenue, NW at Upshur Street
Thanks to Shubha J for sending: “signage for the cigar bar on Georgia and Upshur is finally up”
Back in August 2018 we learned that Petworth Cigars, a “cigar retailer serving spirits, wine, and beer in addition to tobacco products”, would be coming to long vacant space next to the now closed Slim’s Diner. (more…)
2340 Wisconsin Ave, NW
From Town Hall:
“To our all our guests, neighbors, and those we’ve come to call family and friends,
All good things must come to an end and we will be closing our doors for good following this Sunday 9/29.
We want to thank you our guests for all your support and all the good times over the years. There have been many fond memories within these walls, and perhaps a few best left to posterity. (more…)
829 Upshur Street, NW
“Petworth Citizen: 6th Anniversary Celebration!
Today at 5 PM – 11 PM
Join us for a celebration of our 6th Anniversary!
All Night Happy Hour.
A delicious punch. Food specials. And cake!
Chantal Tseng will have #NaturalWine in the Reading Room.
Herbert Scott will have jazz in the main room, starting at 8pm.
Doors open at 5pm.” (more…)
2917 M Street, NW
I forget when they closed but Unum’s been vacant for a while (previously this was the the former Mendocino Grill space.) Looking forward to learning more about L’Annexe. Check out a sneak peak from a reader: (more…)
hahaha a bit overdressed for the Codmother…
Thanks to Seyjal for sending: “FYI Blake Griffin has been to the Codmother twice this week (Thursday and Saturday) Why is he there…does he live here?”
4015 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to Sam for sending. This will be the Pitch Tavern’s 2nd relaunch. They first opened in December 2014 and reopened in June 2015. I’ll be curious to learn more about the “rebranding”. STAY TUNED.
11th and U Street, NW
Back in July we learned that a Tavern called Mama ‘San would be coming to the lower levels. Last week a liquor license placard was also posted on the second floor for a spot called Lyve at U, which says:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern serving seafood, burgers, wings, and salads. Applicant is applying for an Entertainment Endorsement with Dancing and Cover Charge inside the premises only. Applicant is applying for Sports Wagering with 1 teller, 2 self-service kiosks, and multiple geo-fenced mobile applications. Applicant is also applying for a Sidewalk Café Endorsement with 12 seats. Total seating inside premises is 219 with a Total Occupancy Load of 400.”
STAY TUNED.
501 Florida Ave, NW
From The Royal:
“September was proclaimed National Bourbon Heritage Month in 2007, and Royal in LeDroit Park is once again paying homage to “America’s Native Spirit” on Monday, September 9 from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. with the latest installment of its monthly “Royal Knights” spirits exploration series. Guest bartender Colt Mattimoe of local DC whiskey-maker One Eight Distilling and formerly of whiskey mecca Jack Rose Dining Saloon, will collaborate with Royal’s bar managers Jake Kenny and Alonzo Freeman on eight creative bourbon-centric cocktails, shining the spotlight on the corn-based brown spirit. Guests can also enjoy a free tasting of One Eight whiskeys and discounted bourbon pours throughout the evening.
Mattimoe represents One Eight Distilling, local DC distillers of bourbon, rye, gin and vodka. He has created the following bourbon-forward cocktails using the locally-made whiskey: (more…)
THE 2nd ANNUAL GREAT BRAU CORNHOLIO: CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT:
“Moreland’s Tavern
Thu, September 12, 2019
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
It is DC Beer Week!! Come join us and our friends from DC Brau for a good ole fashion Cornhole tournament!
Teams of two, single elimination. Great prizes to be won! (more…)