
3634 Georgia Ave, NW
Some of these are harder than others. Temperance Hall became Looking Glass Lounge back in 2007.
Thanks to all who sent us their devastating coming closure message last night: (more…)

3634 Georgia Ave, NW
Some of these are harder than others. Temperance Hall became Looking Glass Lounge back in 2007.
Thanks to all who sent us their devastating coming closure message last night: (more…)

2014 9TH Street, NW previously home to Echo Park and Gaslight
From an email:
“The owners of the Dirty Goose have acquired the space at 2014 9th street, formerly Gaslight Tavern, Echo Park, and recently Whitlow’s. And will be opening a new/second LGBTQ+ bar called Shakers. (more…)

1321 Linden Court, NE
The liquor license placard for Providencia says: (more…)

photo by Jeff Vincent
“Dear PoPville,
Hoping the hive mind can help with some suggestions. Looking to host a ~75 person birthday party this fall at a bar/restaurant/lounge space in DC. We’d like to do open bar and light apps (that the venue provides, no outside catering) ideally turning into a dance party, (more…)

251 Florida Ave, NW
Terrible late Friday news from the Truxton Inn. But looking forward to learning what’s next. (more…)

1608 Wisconsin Ave, NW
I was admiring Oki Bowl’s little side patio the other day, and given our glorious spring, Canadian forest fires excepted, I thought this would be a good FQotD – where are your favorite outdoor drinking/dining spots? Rooftops? Patios? Streateries?

Thanks to a tipster for passing on the IG from Rush Bar and Lounge: (more…)

1301 U Street, NW
Thanks to a tipster for sending: “Looks like Poppin Mess Champagne & Dessert Bar is coming soon to The Ellington On U St. space used to be Bin 1301.”
Looks like it’s coming from the folks behind: (more…)

1255 Union Street, NE
Thanks to Zach for sending from Union Market. This is Stephen Starr’s El Presidente which is now hiring and expected to be open this year.
The Starr group will also be opening Pastis in Union Market (district) at 1323 4th Street, NE. (more…)

960 Wharf Street SW photo via Cantina Bambina
Cantina Bambina writes:
“Miss Cantina Marina? She’s popped back up on the pier!
Enjoy an original Cantina margarita at DC’s only dock bar”
Not sure it will completely scratch this itch: (more…)