113 Rhode Island Ave, NW
From Showtime: “starting Monday 8/9, Showtime will be requiring proof of vaccination for entry. a physical or digital copy of your vaccination record will be accepted.” (more…)
Bars
2009 14th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Legendary craft cocktail bar the Gibson has set the long-anticipated reopening date for Friday, August 13, 2021. The pre-Prohibition style speakeasy will return to its original location after an almost year-long closure due to COVID-19. Customers can expect a menu of favorite Gibson original cocktails from throughout the 12 year history, in addition to the usual offerings of pristinely-made classics. (more…)
8th and E Street, NW
Thanks to McKenzie for sending the good word:
“I was just walking past Penn Social, which has said it’s permanently closed on Google Maps (and their socials have been silent), and two employees standing outside said they’re *reopening on the 26th*.” (more…)
1234 H Street, NE
The Pug let’s us know:
“In an effort to troll the trolls, and to be safe, we’re gonna start checking proof of vaccination etc. maybe this weekend. For all you out of town folks vexed by this fascist virtue signaling, it is 1234 H st NE. I can come help Chaz cards Friday night if necessary.
Again, to reiterate. If you have not been able to get vaccinated, and want to come to the pug, I will take you to get vaccinated. (more…)
11th and Kenyon Street, NW
Holy moly. Congrats old friends: (more…)
6th and G Street, NW photo by Natalie Weiss
Ed. Note: Penn Commons closed in 2019 pre-panedemic.
Thanks to Natalie for sending the update. Taffer’s Tavern website says:
“Taffer’s Tavern is the product of Jon Taffer, hospitality expert, entrepreneur, best-selling author, star, and Executive Producer of Paramount Network’s Bar Rescue. Taffer’s is the quintessential pub, (more…)
From the Public Option (1601 Rhode Island Ave, NE):
“Effective August 5th proof of vaccination will be required for entry to The Public Option–physical card, picture of card, or digital proof” (more…)
1602 U Street, NW
Last week we became very worried about the status of Local 16. Sadly, it was a very bad sign indeed. The owner Aman Ayoubi tells me via email:
“With heavy heart I should inform you that we surrendered the Local 16 space to the landlord after 22 years! (more…)
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1537 7th Street, NW
From Ivy and Coney:
“Effective August 6 proof of vaccination will be required for entry.
Physical card, pic of card or http://myirmobile.com records accepted.
Update: We also accept a negative covid test within 48 hours. While we think everyone should get vaccinated for the greater good (along with the obvious personal benefit), we don’t aim to discriminate against anyone. We just want to keep everyone safe and create an environment where all guests are comfortable.” (more…)
1827 M Street, NW
Parlay Sports Bar closed here back in April 2018. Prior to Parlay this was the former home to the Malaysia Kopitiam restaurant.
The liquor license placard for Blue Moon says:
“The Establishment will be a Tavern serving a pub-style menu. (more…)