In mid-Jan. 2012 reader wrote in that St. Arnold’s Underground had opened in Cleveland Park at 3435B Connecticut Ave, NW. He mentioned the bacon wrapped hotdogs but I finally saw the full list of options:
Holy cow – are these as awesome as they sound? You can see their full menu here.
Congrats to one of the best bars in the city!
Photo by PoPville flickr user mediaslave
Dear PoPville,
Do you know of any bars or restaurants with a television that would want to show The Walking Dead premier on Sunday night? I think that’s usually kind of a slow night for most businesses, and I know I for one am tired of watching it and others like Game of Thrones alone at the house when I know there are other people who love it also. For example, when I was reading the Game of Thrones series on the metro, I had great conversations about the books with at least four strangers over the course of only two weeks! And The Walking Dead has a pretty good following as well, how cool that would be to meet other people into it at a neighborhood bar or something.
Great idea. Any other fans of Walking Dead? What bars do you think might be willing to show it? Blue Banana? Red Palace? Others?
A reader’s Danger Watch nomination says:
“Maddy’s Tap Room was supposed to open on 13th and L street NW. The liquor license was posted and even a schematic of the floorplan was placed in a window. To date, no progress has taken place on the location. PoP previously reported about this location in 2011.”
Maddy’s Tap Room is actually a triple nomination from readers. I’m happy to say that I’m hearing good news on this front. I heard the delays were due to permitting issues but they have now been approved and construction is set to begin in March with an opening hopefully at beginning of summer.
If you have a bar/restaurant you’d like to nominate for a Danger Watch please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail
Photo courtesy Sixth Engine
Last week, a reader noted some serious progress on the space and snapped some photos. You can see some photos from their menu here.
From a press release:
Douglas Development is pleased to welcome Sixth Engine, a firehouse inspired American bistro, as the newest addition to Washington, DC’s Mount Vernon Square neighborhood. The restaurant will open its doors Friday in the Douglas Development-owned historic Engine 6 firehouse at 438 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Sixth Engine leased the 3,600 square foot property from Douglas Development in March 2011.
The restaurant is owned and operated by Gavin Coleman, Jeremy Carman, Paul Holder, Paul Madrid and Tim Walsh. These seasoned restaurateurs are also behind the Capitol Hill staple The Dubliner and the Glover Park restaurant and bar Town Hall. The team’s interest in finding a property in a vibrant neighborhood with outdoor seating led them to the old firehouse; once they realized the building’s unique history, they were sold.
“I think it’s incredible what the Sixth Engine team has done with the property, and I’m really pleased with their interest maintaining the building’s history while transforming it into what I’m sure will be a great restaurant,” says Norman Jemal, Principal of Douglas Development. “Sixth Engine is exactly what Mt. Vernon Square and Downtown DC needs. The area continues to grow with an influx of new residents, and those new residents need a signature neighborhood spot to call their own.”
To reflect the restaurant’s commitment to preserving the historic building, elements from the original Engine 6 firehouse are integrated throughout the restaurant’s interior space. In addition to the firehouse’s original shield displayed outside the entrance of the restaurant, Sixth Engine features giant murals including depictions of a faded ladder company logo and a Norman Rockwell-inspired illustration of a fireman, boy and dog rushing off to a fire. Sixth Engine also boasts an authentic fire pole connecting the two-level restaurant.
The Engine 6 firehouse is the oldest firehouse in Washington, DC. Built in 1855 for the Metropolitan Hook and Ladder Company (MHL), the firehouse still retains the original “MHL” insignia above the entrance. Douglas Jemal recognized Mount Vernon’s potential long before other developers and retailers, which is what led him to purchase the firehouse from the city in 2005. Today, the neighborhood is one of the most sought after addresses in the District and continues to attract top restaurants and retailers like Sixth Engine.
From an email:
Jake’s Boiler Room is located on the lower level of Jake’s American Grille. This addition is Chevy Chase neighborhood’s newest night life attraction and home to eight large flat screen TVs, billiards, darts, arcade games, X-Box Kinect, and a private cement bar with seating for 15. In addition to the 18 drafts on tap with features such as Abita Andy Gator and Delirium and a full service bar offering your favorite craft cocktails, you can also take advantage of Monday night trivia, a Tuesday night dart league, and Wednesday night karaoke.
District Restaurant Group is known for its unique and inviting dining establishments and is also behind The Ugly Mug on Barracks Row, and District 2 Bar & Grille in Glover Park.
Jake’s Boiler Room: The Basement; 5018 Conn Ave NW; Van Ness; 202-966-5253; jakesdc.com
HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 5PM to 12AM; Fri.-Sat. 10-1AM; Sun. 10-12AM
Back in Oct. 2011 we spoke about El Sol Mexican restaurant closing at 1930 9th St, NW (just south of U St.) I had noticed construction for the last few months but they’ve recently applied for a liquor license which says it’ll become a:
“New Tavern with an occupancy load of 122. Requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to include dancing and cover charge.”
More info as it becomes available.
I recently begged Bar Pilar to hurry up with their construction at 1833 14th St, NW. Sorta good news:
Thank you!
Back in June 2010 we learned of plans for a new tavern and bistro called 6th Engine coming to 438 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Thanks to a reader for sending this awesome update with very promising photos. Can’t wait to see it in person!
