photo by LaTur

Emma looking for recs on “where you can dance to millennial nostalgia music/90s or 2000s songs?”

All I know is: Read More

From a press release:

“On Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Ambar Shaw, located at 1547 7th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. will host a book signing cocktail party for author Travis Mitchell. The ticket to attend the event includes two Ambar cocktails which are featured in his new book, DC Cocktails, as well as a copy of the book. Guests will meet author Travis Mitchell at the reception and can have him personalize their book. Tickets are $36 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, and can be purchased here.

Travis Mitchell is a DC-based food and drink writer, Read More

100 Florida Ave, NE via FB. Space previously home to Union Social

Thanks to Josh for passing on the sad news from The Eleanor:

“After six years, The Eleanor DC is bidding farewell to NoMa.” Read More

641 New York Ave, NW

Thanks to Jon for sending this great news:

“This past week signage went up for a new social dart-throwing bar that’s coming to the Squangle this summer. It’s called Flight Club. This location is a few doors down from the Capital Burger at 641 NY Ave NW. Read More

1817 Columbia Road, NW

Thanks to Steve for sending the latest from Easy Tiger Tavern:

“Looks like it’s getting closer to opening with a new patio AND handicapped accessibility!”

Ed. Note: They have a Navy Yard location these days (RIP Chinatown.)

From an email:

“The Greene Turtle is marking the occasion with a mouthwatering offer. On Thursday, Feb. 29, the east coast sports bar is offering 29¢ wings and $2.29 domestic pints all day long! Read More

1135 Okie Street, NE opened here back in January 2015 originally One Eight Distilling before changing brand to District Made Spirits

From District Made Spirits:

“With a heavy heart, we must announce the closure of District Made Spirits by One Eight Distilling. We had hoped to secure investment or new ownership, but could not. We are extremely proud of what we built and the award-winning spirits we crafted. We began this journey 11 years ago and have been thrilled to be a part of the District’s craft community. Read More

2007 14th Street, NW at U Street

From a press release:

“Coming this April to 2007 14th Street NW, Crush introduces a unique bar experience that blends nostalgia with contemporary nightlife. This new venue, catering especially to the LGBTQ+ community, offers a cozy, inclusive space that reminisces about the times of record stores and basement hangouts with friends.

In its past life as a music store and radio supply shop, Crush transforms its legacy into a modern-day haven. Read More

1262 5th Street, NE

From a press release:

“Sid Gold’s Request Room, an experiential piano bar featuring live karaoke, announced today it will be opening in Union Market District by late March. Patrons take the stage with an accompanist and belt out a mix of pop, rock, soul and even punk (yes, you can play punk on a piano!), turning a night out into a night to remember. Read More

2315 18th Street, NW

Thanks to Charlie for sending from in front of Dan’s Cafe: Read More