Bars

CRU Coming to Adams Morgan will be a “champagne bar and lounge” from owners of Napoleon Bistro

By Prince Of Petworth

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1841 Columbia Road, NW

Last week I mentioned that it looked like a new bar (possibly wine) called Cru was coming to the former Grogan’s and then Zuccabar downstairs space near Napoleon Bistro on Columbia Road. Turns out it will be a “champagne bar and lounge” from the Napoleon folks. They describe CRU Lounge:

“Celebrate the Parisian “underground” with our very own imperial champagne bar and lounge, conveniently located downstairs at Napoleon. The lounge features live DJs on weekends spinning global grooves, beautiful people sipping Dom, and cocktail maestros mixing our latest selection of champagne cocktails. Bottle service and table reservations are available for small parties seeking to indulge in true comfort and glamour.

Save your spot on one of our leather couches, custom designed for the true emperor at heart… Napoleon himself would’ve been proud! Call 202.299.9630 for reservations.”

Madam’s Organ Not Particularly Pleased with Neighbor Tryst

By Prince Of Petworth

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From Madam’s Organ facebook page:

“WORST NEIGHBOR 2013
Tryst. Our shitty neighbor, every New Year’s Eve rents a large moving van and park it in front of Madam’s, completely blocking out front. This shit move just so they can temporarily store their furniture to squeeze more people in the door. For this I would like to award the owner, Cunstantine, the 2013 Worst Neighbor Ever award”

Ed. Note: The first name of Tryst’s owner is Constantine.

Ed. Note: Tryst hosts a private fundraising event for Bread for the City on New Years Eve.

“The ticket costs $60 ($55 for the first 100 early-responders), but the ride around the sun is free, and all net proceeds from the party will go to Bread for the City, a nonprofit that provides food, clothing, medical care and other services to vulnerable DC residents.”

New (Wine?) Bar, Cru, Coming to Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

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1841 Columbia Road, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I saw signage for a new pub in Adams Morgan that i don’t think i’ve seen mentioned anywhere. It appears that it will be called “Grogan’s” and is going into a basement space at 1841 Columbia NW, on the stretch between Napoleon and the Bank of America, where the former ‘Video King’ was. they’ve been renovating 1841 Columbia for months and it seems that old space was split, with part of the top becoming a “Solidcore” fitness. The stairs going down lead to the edge of a bar, similar to Bedrock Billiards which is a couple doors down in the same building. No idea when it will open. there was nothing on the door.”

1841 Columbia Road was home to Grogan’s and then Zuccabar after that which closed back in 2008. The space has been vacant ever since but a new spot is coming called Cru.  I’m guessing it could become a wine bar with a name like that?  Stay tuned for more info when it becomes available.

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Previously:

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Cause Philanthropub Closes at 9th and U Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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1926 9th Street, NW

From Cause’s website:

It is with deep sadness that we report that CAUSE is closed for business. What started as an idea for a fun new way to help others has unfortunately not been able to achieve its purpose. Despite a great response from people around the country, CAUSE has not been able to achieve regular profitability, and thus not been able to generate the donations that were the reason for starting the restaurant. It is certainly a huge disappointment to us, as we truly believe in the idea but a number of factors have kept us from reaching our goals. We knew going in that it was a very difficult industry, but we hoped that the mission behind CAUSE would help carry us to success. We would like to thank our great team and the entire community that has been very supportive in this endeavor.

Back in June we learned there could be trouble when they announced offering “adult cereals”. To which commenter monkeyrotica predicted:

“So this is basically that Cereal Bowl restaurant in Cleveland Park, only with booze and brunch and a higher pricetag? The question remains whether they can build a sustainable business model on legions of idiot manchildren.”

Cause opened up just south of U Street at 1926 9th Street, NW in Oct. 2012. We judged them here.

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Dear PoPville – What’s Open Christmas Eve and Day?

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user aquacat58

“Dear Popville,

Do you know of places that are open Christmas Eve and Day? As a Jewish Washingtonian, my celebration will be Chinese food – but I’d also like to go out in the city! Do you know what bars will be happy to serve me during the holidays?”

From some emails:

“El Chucho Cocina Superior will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve.” [3313 11th St, NW]

“Star and Shamrock’s Christmas Day hours are 11am to 1:30am. They’re located at 1341 H Street, NE.

Star and Shamrock, H Street NE’s only Irish-Jewish fusion tavern, announced today that they will be open for business on Christmas Day, for the Third Annual Xmas Mitzvah! Once again offering patrons a place to take a break from all of the family time.

“A typical Jewish Christmas Day is spent watching movies and eating Chinese food—in my childhood that was generally the only kind of restaurants that were open,” says owner Jason Feldman. “We thought it would be fun to offer up our updated version of enjoying movies and Chinese fare.”

In addition to Star and Shamrock’s usual menu of sandwiches, wraps and crowd favorites like “The Clogger,” they will offer some Asian inspired specials including:

1. Kung Pao Pastrami
2. Corned Beef Fried Rice
3. Turkey #2 Eggrolls (Turkey, Bacon, Muenster w/ranch dipping sauce.)
4. Clogger Eggrolls (Beef Brisket, Bacon, Provolone w/BBQ dipping sauce.)
5. Reuben Eggrolls (Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss w/Russian dipping sauce.)

Yes, you can order by number if you’d like.

Keep your mug full with Hot Green Tea Toddies, or if you prefer a Hop Manna Draft from Shmaltz Brewing, dozens of craft beers, Bourbon, Whiskey or Rye infusions and a full bar to help keep your family events “friendly”.

Entertainment will include a variety of Christmas movies including Miracle on 34th Street, A Christmas Story, and many more, customer requests invited.”

“Meridian Pint will be open 8pm to close on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Kitchen will be closed but outside food is allowed.” [11th and Park Rd, NW]

“Smoke and Barrel will be open from 5pm to close on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Kitchen will be closed but outside food is allowed.” [2471 18th Street, NW]

“A NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS
@ Little Miss Whiskeys Golden Dollar (1104 H Street NE)
Dec 24th (Christmas Eve), 8pm
Screenings of holiday horror classics: BLACK CHRISTMAS and JACK FROST (on the mongo screen upstairs w/ humongo sound)
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scary yet festive drink specials
raffle
and more
NO COVER, EVER”

“Petworth Citizen is open Christmas Eve 5pm – 1am” [829 Upshur Street, NW]

“The Pug will be open from lunch until close on Christmas eve and from 9pm until close Christmas Day.” [1234 H St. NE]

“Carmine’s Family Style Italian Open Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 11:30am – 10:00pm” [425 7th Street, NW]

Ed. Note: We previously mentioned DGS’s Chinese banquet. If you know of other spots please add in the comments.

Big Hunt Named One of Best Dive Bars in USA by Maxim

By Prince Of Petworth

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1345 Connecticut Ave, NW

Next up in DC representing in arbitrary “best of” lists – congrats to Big Hunt for being named one of ‘the best 19 dive bars in America’ by Maxim Magazine:

“If you miss the beer-stained floors from your college frat house, welcome home. This Dupont Circle dive lives up to its name with big-game décor and a meat-markety scene of millennials on the prowl. Come on Tuesdays for 15¢ wings and $2.50 PBRs. There’s also a rooftop patio for those who want to jump after tanking at Monday night trivia.”

Derek Brown’s Southern Efficiency Opens in Shaw Saturday

By Prince Of Petworth

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1841 7th Street, NW

From an email:

“We’re so excited to open the third installment in our trilogy of bars in Shaw, Southern Efficiency. Though it’s important not to pick favorites among your children, I can say my greatest love when it comes to drinking is whiskey. So there you have it. And we’ll have whiskey. Lots of it. Bar manager J.P. Fetherston has created a stellar list of Southern whiskies along with jarred-cocktails and White Whiskey & Smoked Cola on tap. Manager Tim Hayes is complementing it with a selection of Southern beers and cider. And chef Julien Shapiro will round it out with Southern food and snacks, including fried catfish, deviled eggs and peanut soup. (Woah, the peanut soup is delicious!)”

Hours will be Tue – Thu: 5:00 pm – 12:30 am
Fri – Sat: 5:00 pm – 1:30 am
Sun: 5:00 pm – 11:30 pm”

The first two of Derek Brown’s Trilogy for 7th Street are Eat the Rich and Mockingbird Hill.

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Own a Piece of The Getaway, Everything Being Auctioned after New Years Eve Bash

By Prince Of Petworth

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14th and Meridian Place, NW

From an email:

“On January 2nd from 12-4 PM Rasmus Auctions will be opening The Getaway up one last time for people to come check out the items before they bid online. The online auction includes all of their automobile artwork and paraphernalia, flat screen TV’s, leather couches, patio furniture, and kitchen equipment. The online auction starts to close at 1:37 PM on Friday, January 3rd. You can check out the online auction here. The Getaway is located at 1400 Meridian Place NW Washington, DC 20010.”

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