The Passenger is located at 1021 7th Street, NW in Mt. Vernon Square.
Bars
Photo by PoPville flickr user J@M3S C@MPB3LL
“Dear PoPville
I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a bar where one can bring his dog to watch the NFL — either on a patio area where they have TVs, or otherwise. Am looking forward to the season, but now that we have the puppy, we can’t go watch the games all day and just leave her crated. Used to go to Jay’s when I lived in Arlington, but I think they are closed now. Any ideas?”
I know Lou’s in Columbia Heights has a patio but I’m not sure if you can bring a dog? Anyone know where you can catch a game with your dog?
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Photo courtesy of DC9
From a press release:
“DC9ʼs new chef Amber Bursik is turning traditional notions of what “bar food” means on its head, using her southern roots and classical training to create a menu that combines classic fair and unique homemade treats. Bursik, an honors graduate from L’Academie D’Cuisine, has crafted a new menu abandoning the traditional emphasis on heavy, fried, out of the freezer items, for more palate-pleasing modern bar food, and while some items may still visit the fryer, they are anything but forgettable.
Bursik’s effort to bring a top quality dining experience to a rock bar is part of a growing movement in Washington, DC, where chefs are increasingly ditching the trappings of fine dinning for a more relaxed, and inexpensive atmosphere. “I believe bar food does not have to come from a frozen bag; you can make good food from scratch and serve it at reasonable prices.” says Bursik.
New items include The Havana from Savannah, a grilled delight featuring homemade North Carolina-style pulled pork (also available as a sandwich itself), but topped with ham, Swiss, mustard and pickles. The Fried Chicken is marinated 24 hours, then fried to a crispy finish. Bursik also offers up a vegetarian take on the South’s classic Red Beans and Rice that is as smokey and hardy as the pork-based original.
For a snack, try Spiced Pecans, Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs, or Fried Green Tomatoes with Tabasco aioli. And there’s the Mason Dixon Line Popcorn Chicken — above the line it’s the classic Buffalo-style, while below you are treated to bourbon fig glaze.
Of course, Bursik hasn’t abandoned the classic burgers and hand-cut fries that helped make DC9 a neighborhood favorite in Washington’s popular U St Corridor. But even here Bursik’s touch can be seen. The novel Conservationist Burger features a seasonal conserve or pickle, the new Black Smith Burger comes rubbed in cajun spices then covered with bleu cheese, caramelized onions and blackened aioli, and the sure-to- become a favorite Herbert Burger: topped with fried green tomato,
applewood smoked bacon and Tabasco aioli. All burgers are available in veggie versions, all are customizable, and all sauces are made in-house.
Prior to taking the reigns at DC9, Bursik worked for James Beard Award-winning and former White House Chef Frank Ruta at Palena. Before that, Bursik cooked under rising culinary star Barton Seaver at Hook.
DC9’s kitchen is open 5-10:30pm Sunday to Thursday and 5- 11pm Friday and Saturday. Food service is available on all open floors. The first floor jukebox bar is open seven nights a week with no cover. The second floor hosts national and local bands, or live DJs most nights of the week. And, the roof top bar is open every night, weather permitting.”
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Old Sabores space located next to Dino at 3435B Connecticut Ave. NW
“Dear PoP,
Rumor has it that Dupont bar St. Arnold is moving biergarten operations in. Can PoP confirm? The thought of having such an establishment just steps from my door is fundamentally titillating.”
Ever since Sabores closed back in June ’11 folks have been wondering who’ll be moving in. I’m happy to say that I’ve confirmed with the folks at St. Arnold’s Belgian Restaurant that they’ve signed of a lease not only for the old Sabores space but also for the old Club Soda space located downstairs (on the other side of Dino.) This will be there 2nd location as they are keeping their Dupont location on Jefferson St, NW which opened back in Dec. ’10.
The former Sabores space will be more of a restaurant feel and the space downstairs will be more of a pub feel. Additionally the downstairs space will have lots of tvs to watch sports. The hope is that the former Sabores space will open up in November and the downstairs space hopes to open shortly thereafter.
Former Uptown Tavern/Club Soda space to the south of Dino
You can see St. Arnold’s Food menu here and their beer list here.
All in all, I think this is pretty great news for Cleveland Park.
St. Arnold’s current Dupont location at 1827 Jefferson Place, NW
From a press release:
The goal was simple: open a new bar featuring all the Irish Whiskey one can get their hands on with an extensive selection of Single Malt and American Whiskey. The owners of the Mighty Pint have recently taken over the lease for the property at 1207 19th Street, NW (previously Porter’s Dining Saloon). Renovations are under way and expected to open in October 2011. This will be the place for locals and regulars alike to sit and enjoy their whiskey or beer in a traditional pub setting. A collection of labels displayed behind each bar will intrigue the mind of the whiskey enthusiast, while an unmatched list of bottled and draught beers from around the globe will satisfy the appetite of any consumer.
Irish Whiskey will be serving lunch and dinner daily, and will offer a brunch menu every weekend. Menu items will prove to be unique to the neighborhood, including options that re-invent traditional Irish favorites with a contemporary flair. Every entrée will be perfectly paired with a whiskey that compliments the full essence of each dish, enticing even the whiskey amateur to try something new.
The space will be renovated in collaboration with Artist Maggie O’Neill and the O’Neill Studios team, whose other projects include Lincoln, Oya, Sei, Sax, and most recently Hank’s Oyster Bar. As a native Washingtonian and due to her Irish heritage, Maggie was personally excited by the challenge and task of helping to create a different kind of experience in a local Irish pub. Maggie plans to help create a space that is less commercial and more thoughtful, contemporary and authentic with the use of traditional materials in unconventional ways. Working with the owners Maggie plans to create a handsome and clever interior, turning this Irish bar into a cosmopolitan public house. There will be 3 floors of bar and ample restaurant space, making this the perfect venue for any private party, fundraising event, game watch gathering, or company networking happy hour. The 3rd floor will be used for exclusive reservations for special events, featuring table, bar, and lounge style seating, and a dedicated bathroom for guests.
Sound good?
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Photo by PoPville flickr user philliefan99
It seems like every week or so we’re learning of a cool new restaurant and/or bar coming to coming to H St, NE so I’m curious what you guys think about a possible cap on alcohol beverage licenses?
ANC 6A’s Sharee Calverley Lawler writes:
“Our ANC is beginning a 3-part discussion about whether to request a cap on alcohol beverage licenses for H Street. The first of these three meetings takes place during the September 20th Alcohol Beverage Licensing (ABL) Committee meeting, 7pm at Sherwood Recreation Center (10 & G, NE).”
We judged Dirty Martini in Jan. ’11. Dirty Martini and Dirty Bar are located at 1223 Connecticut Ave, NW (next to Lucky Bar.)
Dirty Bar’s Facebook page says:
“Dupont Circle’s newest and DC’s only nightclub thats nodding at Moulin Rouge! It never felt so good to be so bad.
Dirty Bar — OPENS this THURSDAY NIGHT @ 10:30pm.”
“Dear PoPville,
Thought your readers might enjoy this story and weighing in on the pros/cons of a renovation. First (the old) 4Ps, now the Hawk!”
The Hawk ‘n Dove is located at 329 Pennsylvania Avenue SE. It’s Web site says:
“The Hawk ‘n’ Dove has proudly catered to Washingtonians, tourists, and Hill workers since 1967. It is a historic part of Capitol Hill and nearly everyone who has ever spent time in the Nation’s Capital has a story about a night spent at the Hawk. Despite the changing decades, the Hawk ‘n’ Dove remains steadfast on Pennsylvania Ave and the interior is virtually unchanged from when the doors opened on Christmas Eve over 40 years ago.”
Hill Rag broke the news yesterday:
“The new face of the Hawk is Xavier Cervera, another impresario of Capitol Hill eateries, The Hawk will join the Chesapeake Room, Senart’s Oyster and Chop House, Molly Malone’s, Lola’s and a host of other in-the-works establishments in Cervera’s portfolio. He waxes enthusiastic about his plans (closing in October and re-opening in about six months), and has not only purchased the name, but a good deal of the memorabilia (including the clock, some wall sconces and photographs) which will be returned to the walls. But he adds that it will be a “100% renovation.” He will open three heretofore hidden fireplaces, and plans to panel the walls and bar with the 30,000 pounds of dark mahogany he has already purchased.
The most radical change—but the one probably least unexpected—will be the replacement of the many small rooms, both upstairs and down, with what Cervera describes as a welcoming, open space overlooked by a mezzanine, and featuring a 50-foot exhibition bar, dispensing 25 beers on tap and 16 wines by the glass.”
You can read more about the planned changes here.
Does these renovations sound good to you?
From a press release:
On Tuesday August 30, Capitol Lounge at 231 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE will celebrate the anniversary of the fire that closed its doors six years ago. To commemorate the anniversary, Capitol Lounge will be offering specials (including 25 cent wings) all day leading up to the grand event which will begin at 7pm. The main event will feature the first annual Fire Breathing Wing Eating contest, where ten lucky contestants will vie for the title of Wing King (or Queen). Royalty will be endowed upon he/she who successfully consumes the most wings in a ten minute period.
In addition to claiming royal domain, the ultimate winner of the contest will receive a prize package worth $600, including gift certificates, sporting tickets, concert tickets, and the best part: his/her name engraved on a special plaque that will hang in perpetuity on the walls of the Capitol Lounge.
While the wing contest is open to all, only ten contestants will be chosen, at random, for participation. To enter the contest, visit http://caploungewings.eventbrite.com/.
Capitol Lounge will also be accepting donations on behalf of the DC Firefighters Burn Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) non- profit that provides assistance and support to firefighters (and their family members) who have been hospitalized by burn injuries sustained in the line of duty.
I can’t believe it’s been 6 years already…
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Back in Aug. 10 Bella Cafe opened up in the former Asmara space at 900 Florida Ave, NW (by the 9:30 Club). You can see their menu here. Any fans? Any fans just as a place to grab a drink?