Bars

Haymaker now open in former Atlas Room on H Street

By Prince Of Petworth

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1015 H Street, NE

“Dear PoPville,

My husband and I stopped by the Haymaker last night, which is now (soft) open in the former Atlas Room space. The bar looks great inside (though they still have a banner out front instead of a real sign) and we thought the drinks and food were good and reasonably priced. It definitely shows promise as a low-key neighborhood spot for H St residents, which the bartender told us is the goal. We will be back for sure.

Just wanted to let you know that they are up and running, and encourage other neighbors to check them out!”

A peek at the bar from Haymaker’s facebook page:

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“We are a casual neighborhood bar with a focus on drinks at a value and fun bar food. Join us after work or late night.

#HStreetNE neighborhood bar. Great beer on tap,by the bottle, a few wines by the glass, classic cocktails, highballs and two “punches.” Bar food we don’t take too seriously! The Haymaker – One Last Punch!”

The Passenger Cometh Back to Seventh Street Soon

By Prince Of Petworth

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1539 7th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Not sure if I’ve been sleeping on this or what, but The Passenger looks like it’s getting close to ready in Shaw next to Ivy and Coney. Any word on an opening?”

CityPaper reports: “Tom Brown’s bar will open in August.”

And this just in from The Passenger’s facebook: “celebrating getting our Certificate of Occupancy” Stay tuned for an exact opening date…

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They left directions from their old spot:

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1021 7th Street, NW

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Kingfisher Neighborhood Bar coming to Logan Circle underneath Savon Liquor

By Prince Of Petworth

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1414 14th Street, NW just south of P Street

Well this is great news for Logan – a cool subterranean spot is coming to the long vacant space underneath Savon Liquor (once planned to be Faces). And the folks behind it have great subterranean experience! The owners are Daniel Williams, formerly the GM of Iron Horse, along with Ben Sislen, of Shaw Yoga and Big Chief. Sam Buis is the General Manager and comes from 10 years behind the bar and 15 in the industry, most recently bartending at Jackpot and Iron Horse. Stay tuned for updates as they get closer to opening this month.

From the owners:

“Kingfisher will be a warm and welcoming space for the 14th street neighborhood, staffed by knowledgeable and engaging industry professionals. We have focused on building a fun and friendly community who will make Kingfisher a low-key space to hang out with friends. We will have popcorn (with a variety of seasonings), free koozies, an awesome curated jukebox, TVs loaded with funky old shows and movies, really cozy spaces, an upcoming trivia night, and more stuff to come.

Along with our regular happy hour (seven days a week!), we will feature can and shot combos that get people a good deal on both. We will also have a reasonably priced and approachable craft cocktail menu. And lest we forget, canned wine.”

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Art by Billy Colbert

“McClellan’s Retreat is going all out with a Sharknado IV viewing party Sunday, will also see the premiere of the August TIKI drink lists”

By Prince Of Petworth

McClellan's Retreat, Washington, DC
2031 Florida Avenue, NW photo courtesy of McClellan’s Retreat/Scott Suchman

From an email:

“We know you’re as excited as we are that SHARKNADO IV hits the airwaves this Sunday, July 31st! McClellan’s Retreat is going all out with a Sharknado viewing party at the bar complete with shark sippy cups, decorations, and free swag all night.

To make it all the more special, the evening will also see the premiere of the August TIKI drink lists, which include:

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Vieux Carre, New Orleans-style cocktail bar, Opens 5pm Tonight

By Prince Of Petworth

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1413 K Street, NW

From a press release:

“Vieux Carre, a New Orleans-style cocktail bar in downtown D.C. (1413 K Street NW), opens tonight and promises to bring a taste of the Big Easy to the nation’s capital. Vieux Carre — or “French Quarter” — is inspired by the world-famous party town and its rich history of one-of-a-kind food and drinks.


Photo by Joy Asico

The stylish, candlelit venue features a mezzanine level that allows bar patrons to look down at the marble bar and first floor below, reminiscent of the many historic buildings on New Orleans’ Bourbon Street. The chandeliers and wrought-iron details create an old-world vibe, while dark paneling makes it modern. The bar also includes a “bartender’s lab” with a special glass window through which guests can watch bartenders preparing garnishes, syrups and other add-ons for delicious, unique New Orleans-inspired cocktails.

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Guests will enjoy classic Louisiana drinks such as the Hurricane and French 75, the namesake Vieux Carre as well as lesser-known cocktails like the Bywater and Absinthe Frappe, in addition to Abita Beer, a New Orleans favorite. The bar will also serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic snow balls, with rotating flavors of shaved ice made in-house for a fun twist on a childhood summer treat. This Fall, Vieux Carre will begin serving New Orleans staples like po’ boys and cajun fries. (more…)

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