From Rock and Roll Hotel:

“Being Home the Bacon Happy Hour starting Friday February 15
Every Friday on the 2nd Floor
6pm – 9pm
1353 H St NE

21 AND OVER WELCOME

Patrons roll a dice to determine how much they’ll pay for well cocktails, select wine or select beer–$1 for a 1, $2 for a 2, half-price for a 3, and regular price for anything higher. (more…)



79 Potomac Ave, SE

Thanks to L. for sending the Dacha Navy Yard update:

“Dacha will be opening their restaurant by mid-March!

They will begin construction on the outside terrace beginning later this week. This will involve removing the benches and chairs that are directly in front of their space. However, they will be re-opening the space in April will new seating, lights, and décor.”


Across the street from Nats Park First Base Gate



1341 H Street, NE

I have no more tears to shed so I shall simply bellow a groan from the pit of my belly, tear my shirt, and pour out some Dr. Brown’s in anguish. There are no words. Having said that – some words from Star and Shamrock:

“It is bittersweet for us to announce that after 10 years on H St, the Star & Shamrock will be closing. We are excited to shift our focus to new opportunities and projects. It has been our pleasure to play a part in the continued reimagining of this storied neighborhood. (more…)



1250 Half Street, SE

The liquor license placard for Punch Bowl Social is posted at one of the new buildings right outside the metro on Half Street not far from Nats Park. It says:

“A restaurant that will serve food made from scratch for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch with social activities. The licensee is requesting 2 Sidewalk Cafés with seating for 40 patrons. The licensee is also requesting a Summer Garden with seating for 20 patrons. They are also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment indoors only. Interior seating for 250, with a Total Occupancy Load of 1050.”

Punch Bowl’s Arlington website says: (more…)



1214 U Street, NW

Speaking of the Super Bowl.

“Dear PoPville,

Welp looks like the cycle continues. The Prospect has closed again and is looking to rebrand over the next several months (the same scenario that was supposed to happen last year). They have already closed, even with the Super Bowl this Sunday, they weren’t open last weekend or this week.”

Stay tuned.



438 Massachusetts Ave, NW

Scuttlebutt confirmed. I hear the new joint should open in 2-3 months. Standby for an exact opening date.

From a press release:

“After seven years with Sixth Engine in DC’s Mt. Vernon Triangle neighborhood, the partners of Long Shot Hospitality [Long Shot] are selling the business [excluding the name] to the team behind The Pub and the People.

The space, which dates from 1855, and served as the oldest firehouse in the District until it was decommissioned in 1974, found new life with Long Shot. Since its restoration and renovation in 2011, it has been a vibrant dining and bar location, beloved for local craft brews, handcrafted cocktails, and imaginative American fare. (more…)


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