courtesy Swingers
“Swingers is a one-of-a-kind experience that you won’t forget with intense mini-golf, beverage serving caddies, gourmet street food and more.” (more…)
Bars
1234 H Street, NE
After a long, long wait, the sweetest words can finally be uttered, er typed, whatever – The Pug is reopening tomorrow (Saturday) at noon!! Hours will be Saturday opening noon til close. Closed Sunday and Monday. Tuesday-Friday open 4pm til close.
And there was great joy on H Street and beyond.
2002 Fenwick Street, NE
Wowza. From a liquor license placard for ‘Culture’:
“Applicant requests to add an Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement, to increase the capacity for the existing 2nd floor/roof deck Summer Garden from 60 to 144, and to expand the overall capacity (more…)
1221 Connecticut Ave NW, for sure. Also:
From Wunder Garten (1101 First St NE): “We’ve been waiting and waiting, finally it’s time to see who will win the EURO CUP!! Join the fans at Wunder Garten Friday June 11th – Sunday July 11th for all the Football Fun, (or soccer fun, as we would say in DC). (more…)
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1103 Bladensburg Road, NE Photo by Ketzirah Lesser & Art Drauglis
Short and sweet from Jimmy Valentine’s Lonely Hearts Club:
“Public reopening is this Friday, 6/11, at 8 PM.
Dance floor opens at 10 PM as always.” (more…)
1426 L Street, NW
Ed. Note: This space was previously home to XO Restaurant and Lounge (and many others.)
The liquor license placard for Vortex says:
“The Establishment will be a Tavern serving American Tapas and fusion foods. Seating Capacity of 200 and a Total Occupancy Load of 300. The licensee is also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement with Dancing and Cover Charge to provide live entertainment.” (more…)
courtesy Green Hat
From an email:
“The grand reopening of the Green Hat Bar and Gin Garden is tomorrow, June 5th from 12 – 8.
Taking things slowly, the Gin Garden will only be open on Saturdays in June from 12-8. Retail / to-go options will be available Thursdays through Saturday.
Expanded hours, tours, weekend punches, and full tastings will return in July.”
2317 18th Street, NW Photo by Chris Weidner
Thanks to Chris for sending last night: “Second gentleman, Douglas Emhoff was just supporting pride month by stopping at Pitchers.” (more…)
1230 9th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Monument Retail, the retail division of Monument Realty, announces today the signing of a long-term lease to reopen the acclaimed Eighteenth Street Lounge (ESL) in its new location in Blagden Alley.
ESL owner Farid Nouri tasked Valerie Mnayarji of Monument Retail to represent the 25-year-old brand in finding its new location, trusting her real estate expertise and DC-market knowledge. “Finding a new space for the iconic nightlife and entertainment staple, keeping in line its existing clientele while adjusting to the changes in the market was a challenge but high priority,” said Valerie Mnayarji of Monument Retail. “With its new location, nestled in a vibrant and dynamic community driven by a high-end restaurant scene, ESL will be a revamped version of its original successful concept, capitalizing on the shift towards the eastside of the district.”
The new Eighteenth Street Lounge will be located at 1230 9th Street NW. (more…)
photo by Zeph Colombatto
From a press release:
“Richard Sandoval Hospitality, the group behind El Centro D.F., Toro Toro, La Sandia, and more, is pleased to unveil dLeña ROJA, a mezcal lounge beneath dLeña Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria, opening Friday, June 11.
Perfect for intimate gatherings, wedding welcome drinks, a birthday celebration, and more, dLeña ROJA comfortably accommodates up to 90 guests standing and 50 guests seated, and is designed by PETERMAX Co. Created to evoke a timeless space, dLeña ROJA can be accessed from a stairwell in dLeña or from a private entrance on 5th Street NW for distinguished guests looking for a bit more privacy. Lavish leather banquettes line the walnut fluted tambour clad walls, creating a warm and cozy environment. The art and decor were locally sourced from second-hand stores around DC and internationally from South America, India, and Mexico, including intricate wall hangings created by artisans in Querétaro. (more…)