“Dear PoPville,
Two employees from Penn Social were hit by a drunk driver on Georgia Avenue 10/3. They are in pretty bad shape and are looking at spending the next 6 months in the burn unit. Penn Social (801 E Street, NW) is having a fundraiser for them on Sunday.”
3401 Water St, NW
A new restaurant from the owners of Cafe Bonaparte and Napoleon Bistro is coming to Georgetown. In mid-September they were looking for a mixologist:
“New dining destination, Malmaison, in Georgetown is looking for a qualified individual to run it’s mixology program at the bar. If you want to be a part of a brand new concept that pushes the envelope in the culinary scene in DC, then send us your resume and let’s chat about your possibilities. This is the third location for the group behind Cafe Bonaparte and Napoleon Bistro all boutique establishments that have terrific reputations in the city.”
A recent liquor license application posted out front lists a transfer from Gypsy Sally’s and says:
“Restaurant with a seating capacity of 224 seats transferring to a new location from Safekeeping. Total occupancy load of 284. Requesting an entertainment endorsement featuring live acoustic music with cover charge.”
34th and Water Street is near the Georgetown entrance/exit for the Capital Crescent Bike trail:
903 U Street, NW
The Dickson has just launched their Fall Drinks menu on U Street – have a look:
specialty & wine cocktails
11 dead sea – crusoe spiced rum, fresh pressed lime juice, red wine, ginger beer (think dark and stormy with a twist)
11 hard palmer – home made earl grey vodka, house lemonade topped with prosecco served on the rocks
11 peach cobbler sangria – sauvignon blanc, white peach, lemon vodka, house fall spices with a cobbler rim (graham cracker, cinnamon & sugar)
11 apple brandy sidecar – clear creek apple brandy, unfiltered apple, orange liquor, fresh lemon juice, with a wildflower-honey sugared rim served in a martini glass
10 mulled wine – malbec, crusoe spiced rum, orange juice, fall spices served warm
11 the off road-er – green mountain vodka, thatchers organic cucumber liquor, aloe vera juice garnished with a cucumber (low calorie)
10 egg-noggin – 4 roses bourbon, organic eggs, fall spices with vanilla almond milk (lactose free)
11 blackstrap – snap 80 proof, blood orange juice, wildflower honey, angostura bitters served on the rocks
13 sazerac – catoctin creek rye whiskey, angostura & peychauds bitters, in a glass coated with absinthe 120 proof, a sipping cocktail served neat
10 ca phe da – traditional vietnamese iced coffee with snap 80 proof, topped with condensed milk and vanilla almond milk, served on the rocks (high in caffeine)
11 lions mane – tierras silver tequila, jalapeno syrup, thatchers blood orange liquor, fresh pressed lime juice, xocolatl mole bitters served up garnished with grated chocolate
11 potomac tea martini – house made earl grey vodka, domaine canton ginger cognac liquor, fresh pressed lemon juice, wildflower honey
11 dc rickey – 4 roses bourbon, fresh pressed lime juice, syrup, topped with club soda served on the rocks
13 moscow mule – green mountain vodka, fresh pressed lime juice, fever tree ginger beer served on the rocks in a copper mug
beer
hefeweizen, pinkus, germany, 16.5oz 11
saison, foret, belgium 12
pale ale, long trail, vermont 6
seasonal, long trail, vermont 6
brown ale, bells, vermont 7
1127 Connecticut Ave, NW
Back in Jan. 2011 the Mayflower’s Town & Country bar closed and was replaced by a Thomas Pink clothing store. The former Thomas Pink space at the Mayflower had been vacant ever since. Get ready for Edgar Bar and Kitchen – coming soon.
1730 M Street, NW
Back in May 2012 we learned that a new night club was coming to 1730 M Street, NW just east of Connecticut Ave. The night club will be called The Huxley – from a press release:
Owners Ryan Seelbach and Eric Lund proudly announce the opening of The Huxley, Washington’s newest premiere destination for the city’s most elite and sophisticated crowd. Scheduled to open in mid-November, this luxurious 4,600 square foot nightclub and event space will provide an unparalleled nightlife experience in DC. The venue has been designed from the ground up using the latest innovations from Las Vegas and New York City nightlife and bringing them to the nation’s capital.
Seelbach, former Manager of Business Operations of TAO Group in Las Vegas remarks: “We took over an old TV studio space. It is extremely rare in Washington hospitality to be given a blank canvas to design your dream venue. Often times, operators just slap on new finishes and new names to old restaurants, nightclubs, and bars. Thanks to the strength of our management team and our investor group, we were able to build a completely new high-end hospitality venue in a very unique space that features high ceilings and an expansive ground level layout. The efficient design of our venue, coupled with a rigorous training program for our employees, will help us deliver true ‘Vegas-Style’ customer service. From how our doorman greets you at the entrance to how our bartenders and cocktail waitresses pour your champagne, it will be easy for you to see how much thought has gone into providing the very best customer service experience.”
“The Huxley will set a new standard for nightlife in this market with costumed performers, live musicians, celebrity DJs, and surprise entertainment,” says Lund, Washington’s top nightlife marketer. “At the end of the day, all clubs are selling the same alcohol products so the key is to provide value to patrons through a better overall experience. It’s all about ‘the show’ and it starts at the front door.”
THE VENUE
The Ballroom (200 person capacity) – A stunning seven-foot gold plated grand chandelier surrounded by smaller crystal chandeliers welcomes guests to The Ballroom of The Huxley. The rich red wall-coverings and mirrors aligned with purple velvet curtains mimic the striking floor-to-ceilings windows often found in traditional ballrooms. The elegant hardwood dance floor is encircled by banquette-style seating with leather-tufted cushions and an elevated dance platform behind each table. All 11 “bottle-service” tables have great sightlines to the raised DJ booth which is located in the middle of the room. The Ballroom is perfect for over-the-top birthday and bachelorette parties.
The Study (80 person capacity) – With the words of literary greats resting elegantly on the bookshelf, The Study is a cozy lounge featuring an old-world library – and immaculate coffered ceilings and dimly lit candle chandeliers. Six spacious and elevated table alcoves, each crowned with its own glass and copper pendant lighting fixture, surround the room providing guests a much more intimate experience. Dark wood beams and beige wall-coverings offer a sophisticated contrast to the plush reds, purples, and gold coloring of The Ballroom. The Study has its own DJ booth and independent sound system, and is ideal for smaller groups who want to enjoy specialty cocktails and listen to great music.
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
The Huxley was designed by architects Brian Miller and Lauren Winter, an award-winning duo who have designed local venues such as The Gibson, Marvin, The Brixton and U Street Music Hall. The builder of this venue is Potomac Construction Services, whose portfolio includes DC hotspots Estadio, Proof, Pearl Dive Oyster Palace and Black Jack.HOURS
10pm-3am Friday and Saturday only
Available for private events Sunday through ThursdayADMITTANCE
Admittance will be by guest list and table service only. Those who wish to request a reservation must send a text message with full name to 202-RESERVE (202-737-3783). The Huxley will maintain a strict dress code.
2047 9th St, NW
ICYMI we checked out the menu here last week. The is gonna be a great spot to hit before/after shows at the 9:30 club. I checked out a pre-opening last night and the food was delicious. It was a bit dark but here’s a few photos of the inside:
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1200 Bladensburg Road, NE
Well this could be interesting – a new brewpub to be called Bardo is coming to 1200-1216 Bladensburg Rd., NE:
It will actually take up the tire store and two adjacent buildings:
The liquor license application out front says:
“New Tavern, Brewpub with microwave nachos, outdoor BBQ grill for Summer Garden. Total number of seats inside is 98, Summer Garden with 251 seats, and a total Occupancy Load of 349.”
Updates when construction begins.
1216 Bladensburg Road, NE
The former Republic Gardens is located in a prime location at 1355 U Street, NW.
The listing says:
“Once known as Republic Gardens nightclub. Almost at the intersection of 14th & U. Tremendous potential. Accurate bldg & lot measurements are currently unavailable. MRIS tax record posts incorrect measurements for bldg.Near newest condos, apartments, restaurants, government offices as well as night life & entertainment.High traffic & visability. Small Bsmt. Leased as is & triple net.”
It’s going for $19,000/Mo.
3415 11th Street, NW
It was back in Feb. 2011 that we first heard about a new venture from the Tryst/Diner/Open City folks coming to the broken down building at 11th and Monroe St, NW. It was well worth the wait.
Here are the opening hours:
Though The Coupe is a 24-hour community gathering place, we will operate on a limited schedule for soft opening (see below).
Thursday, October 4th 5pm-2am
Friday, October 5th 7am-3am
Saturday, October 6th 7am-3am
Sunday, October 7th 8am-2am
Monday, October 8th 8am-11pmStarting Tuesday, October 9th at 5 p.m. The Coupe, on the corner of 11th and Monroe in Columbia Heights, will have its lights on 24/7.
I went to a preview party last night and thought the place looked phenomenal. Great addition to a great street. Here’s some photos I took earlier in the day:
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