From a press release:
“Drink Company’s latest Pop-Up Bar celebrating all things esports will open Thursday, July 18 with three distinct spaces paying tribute to the District’s burgeoning gaming community and to three of the industry’s most popular games: Overwatch, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and NBA2K19. The pop-up will feature Drink Company’s signature over-the-top décor, open play components, and game-themed cocktails. (more…)
1401 Pennsylvania Ave, SE. Photo by Harrison O’Neill
Harrison writes:
“Signs now up for The Roost and Show of Hands at the Blackbird construction site!”
Washington CityPaper reported:
“Nick Farrell will lead the first bar to take shape in the 12,500-square-foot space, Show of Hands. You’ve tasted his cocktails at Iron Gate and Hazel.
Within The Roost, NRG will compliment Show of Hands with a beer bar from Greg Engert, plus a host of eateries.”
STAY TUNED.
via google maps
A liquor license placard for Proper 21 at 2031 K Street, NW says:
“A new C Restaurant serving American cuisine. Seating Capacity of 120, Total Occupancy Load of 240 and a Summer Garden with 60 Seats. The license will include an Entertainment Endorsement for the inside of the premises only.” (more…)
3115 14th Street, NW
Been getting a few messages about this over the last couple weeks. Most recently TJ reports:
“looks like they took down all the Choong Man branding from the windows. Dont know whats going on with the menu, if they still have chicken. I am fascinated by the constant concept overhauls over the last few years…”
Anyone know if they still have chicken? sushi?
STAY TUNED.
Thanks to Jake for sending from the Georgetown Circulator:
“Tough times for ad sales if this is still up. But it did make me miss my favorite bar circa 2003.”
Millie & Al’s closed after 53 years in Adams Morgan on April 7, 2016. A day that will live in infamy. (more…)
From Dacha:
“To All DMV Residents, Dacha Customers and Fans,
An article was published yesterday regarding our business, and we wish to set the record straight.
Most importantly, there is an automatic service charge on all bills at Dacha, but every single dollar brought in through this method is returned to Dacha’s employees. Because this “automatic gratuity” or “service charge” is imposed on all guest checks, we have the flexibility of using this money to benefit all employees, including back of the house and support staff, who typically do not share in traditional tips. (more…)
1 Dupont Circle, NW. via James Hoban’s Irish Restaurant and Bar
From a press release:
“Mission Group owners Fritz Brogan and Reed Landry have announced the acquisition of James Hoban’s Irish Restaurant & Bar located at 1 Dupont Circle buying the business from veteran restaurateur Patrick Whelan, who is retiring, and who will close the restaurant in mid-July. Over the next five months, the Mission Group will perform a multi-million dollar renovation and re-open in late 2019 as The Admiral paying tribute to Admiral Samuel Francis DuPont for whom the circle is named.
The 8,500 square-foot space will feature three bars, 14 draft lines and 15 big screen televisions. The 3,000 square-foot outdoor patio, one of the largest in Washington DC, will provide separate dining, lounge and event spaces. (more…)
UPDATE: See Dacha’s response here.
Uh oh, thanks to all who sent us the Washingtonian scoop about Dacha:
“In the complaint, filed in early June, TriMark Adams-Burch alleges the business owes over $277,453 in outstanding bills and accuses the restaurateurs of “fraud, ill-will, recklessness, wantonness, oppressiveness, and willful disregard of Adams-Burch’s rights with evil motive or actual malice.”
But that’s not all: (more…)
1904 14th Street, NW (before Bresca opened in the first floor)
From Policy
“After 10 incredible years, we’re announcing that Policy will be closing on June 22nd. We’ve seen the 14th street corridor transform into one of the most beloved neighborhoods in our Nation’s capital and are humbled to have been a small part of this evolution. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I came across this post on Groupon, and it seems so bizarre it doesn’t seem real – $20 for 3 water tastings? (more…)