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1317 Connecticut Avenue, NW

From an email:

“The second Delicatessen After Dark — Highway to the Danger Zone: Cocktails of the 80’s— will take place on Thursday, April 24th from 8pm to late at the DGS Bar. Come imbibe on $10 specialty cocktails with our extraordinary Bar Man Brian Zipin.

Many believe the 1980’s was the dark ages for drinking. Some cocktails were great, some were not so great; we are picking our favorites and giving them the respect they deserve. We will change the way you think about a Midori Sour, Fuzzy Navel or Cosmopolitan (full menu below).

Our resident Pit Master Brian Robinson, aka DJ Pork and Beans, will spin some classic 80’s tunes. To celebrate, come donned in 80’s era clothes. There will be an award given for the best 80’s outfit. The grand prize is a collection of classic 80’s movies.

Delicatessen After Dark is a celebration of the new delicatessen drinking culture inspired by our grandparent’s long nights in Lower East side taverns, winter getaways to Florida and jazzy escapades to the Catskills. Delicatessen After Dark will take place on the last Thursday of every month and focus on a new style, era or spirit.

No reservations required.”

Highway to the Danger Zone: Cocktails of the 80’s (complete list after the jump.) (more…)


ivy_and_coney
1537 7th Street, NW

From an email:

“Wednesday 4/23 we are celebrating the 100 Year Anniversary of Wrigley Field at Ivy and Coney by showing the game (2:20 est) and giving away a Free Chicago Dog & Old Style Beer to everyone who comes by between Noon – 7pm and shows an Illinois Drivers License! We want to give a little something back to our homesick Cub’s fans in DC!”

Ed. Note: Much love to my Chicago cousins but – go Nats!!! and Wizards too!


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9th and U St, NW via Nellie’s facebook

Thanks to a reader for sending:

“There was some discussion a while back about Nellie’s rooftop and new regulations that were passed. I received an email from Nellie’s today that shows quite a bit of progress has been made on a new structure and their Facebook page states, “Time for a facelift! We’re getting a fancy new retractable roof to replace our tent, and wanted to share our progress with you. But have no fear, our roof is still open for drinks in the meantime, and we’ve still got our night time DJ’s rockin’ up there!”

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Roof deck construction via Nellie’s facebook


From an email:

“Movie Mondays continue at Dodge City [917 U Street, NW], this time with a documentary double shot:

Made of Stone (The Stone Roses) and Joy Division. We’re gonna mix it up tonight and substitute our homemade mac & cheese for the usual grilled cheese. Enjoy regular or hatch green chile to help you tear up at the most melancholy Britpop moments. Add some bacon and a side salad and you’ll feel better about starting the work week.

The lights dim at 8PM, so come early and settle in!”


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1240 9th Street, NW

Back in Dec. 2013 we first learned a new pub called Lost and Found would be coming to 9th Street by the Convention Center from the folks behind Nanny O’Brien’s, Iron Horse Taproom and others. They recently applied for a liquor license which says:

“New Tavern with heavy snacks and recorded music. Occupancy load is 99.”

Hours are listed as Sunday 10 am – 2 am, Monday through Thursday 8 am – 2 am, Friday and Saturday, 8 am – 3 am. Updates as they get closer to opening.

They’ll be located just south of N Street and the new Colonel building.

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Photos courtesy Little Miss Whiskey’s

From an email:

“Little Miss Whiskey’s gorgeous patio is now open with a second level. The fountains are on, the honeysuckle is growing, and our black bamboo is about to shoot this season’s growth 30 feet out of the ground. The first level of the patio is also now outfitted with large gas heaters for colder weather.

Patrons may reserve both levels of the patio or just the second for private events. Both levels come with use of our large propane grill, perfect for urban grilling any weekend or evening to which DC residents don’t have access in their apartments/homes.

Little Miss Whiskey’s is located at 1104 H Street NE, open 7 days a week, and there is never a cover.”

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el_chucho1
3313 11th Street, NW

Can’t believe it’s already Cinco de Mayo time…

From an email:

“Cinco de Mayo is quickly approaching, and there is no better place to celebrate the 152nd anniversary of Mexico’s marginally important victory over French forces than at El Chucho Cocina Superior!

The anniversary of the Battle of Puebla falls on a Monday this year, but we will be opening for brunch at 11:30 and featuring a special menu of breakfast burritos. We’ll also be offering drink specials during the day including our margarita on tap for $4.50, frozen margaritas for $5.50, and Tecate tallboys for $3.

Cinco de Mayo is also the perfect chance to try our new menu of tequila and mezcal flights! In order to make our extensive selection of agave distilled spirits more accessible, we are now offering flights from $12! With five of our nine flights are priced under $20, Cinco de Mayo is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Mexican heritage and enjoy the fruits of agave cultivation.

bar_charley
1825 18th Street, NW

Bar Charley News: Apart from Cinco de Mayo, our sister bar, Bar Charley will be staying open later effective immediately. The kitchen will stay open until midnight on weekdays and 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and the bar will remain open until 12:30 and 1:30 on weekdays and weekends respectively.“


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A new sports bar, The Big Stick, is coming to Navy Yard right near Nats Park and the metro at 20 M Street, SE. A recent liquor license placard says:

“This is a new “C” Restaurant with an Entertainment Endorsement and Sidewalk Café. The establishment will be a sports bar featuring an alpine lodge theme and décor serving casual foods such as bratwursts, sausages and kielbasas, salads, sandwiches, wraps and crispy oven-baked macaroni and cheese.”

Hours of operation are listed as Sunday through Thursday 8am to 2am, Friday and Saturday 8am to 3am.

Washington Business Journal reported that it comes from the owner of nearby Justin’s Cafe and hopes to open in June.

Ed. Note: Not sure what’s up with the alpine themed bars…

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M and Half St, SE


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3319 Connecticut Ave, NW via Nanny’s

From an email:

“This coming Tuesday April 15th Nanny O’Brien’s will officially have been operating for 21 years aka we’re finally legal to drink! Come down anytime between open at 12 noon til 7pm and we’ll be offering 1993 prices on Bud, Bud Light & Miller Lite bottles ($2 a piece) and live music from Conor Malone! Trivia Kings Washington will then be offering the usual Pub Quiz that night at 8pm. Hope to see you all there to help us celebrate!”


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Bar at All Souls located at 8th and T Street, NW

Yesterday’s news about the proper liquor bar coming to Chinatown got me thinking about bars. This is a subject near and dear to my heart and there are so many good ones. But for today just give your favorite one or if you can’t narrow it down your top three. Also, nevermind restaurants, I’m talking about your favorite straight up bars in town? (I mean they can serve food, but they should first and foremost be a bar.) I have about 50 favorites but for today I’m going with the relatively new All Souls in Shaw. What about you?


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