Bars

“metrobar is an 11,000 sq ft, mixed-use outdoor space, home to the District’s first refurbished 5000-series Metro train car turned bar”

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering courtesy metrobar, coming to 640 Rhode Island Avenue, NE

Here’s a helluva liquor license application for metrobar: “A new class C Tavern inspired by spotlighting the District’s culture in the arts, featuring exhibits, music, movies and community fundraisers. Seating Capacity of 399, Total Occupancy Load of 499 and a Summer Garden with 350 Seats. The License will include an Entertainment Endorsement on both the inside and outside of the premises.”

From a press release:

“Located conveniently off the Rhode Island Ave NE Metro station and alongside the Metropolitan Branch Trail, metrobar is an 11,000 sq ft, mixed-use outdoor space, home to the District’s first refurbished 5000-series Metro train car turned bar. The venue will feature intimate and life-sized art installations, from the railcar itself to the tables, murals, stage, screens, and other programmable segments. (more…)

Swingers “an exciting version of mini-golf that combines gourmet street food, meticulously hand-crafted cocktails, a theatrical setting and a live DJ” is coming to Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth


1330 19th Street, NW formerly home to Buffalo Billiards

From a press release:

“Crazy golf, as coined by Swingers, is an exciting version of mini-golf that combines gourmet street food, meticulously hand-crafted cocktails, a theatrical setting and a live DJ to create an incredible social experience for guests. Swingers will open its third location in Washington D.C’s Dupont Circle on June 11th, with its fourth location coming shortly after in New York City’s Flatiron District.

Tucked beneath the bustling streets of D.C., guests of Swingers Dupont Circle will be transported to a world of verdant, undulating crazy golf courses featuring a 1920s English golf clubhouse, cocktail bars, gourmet street food vendors and the warmest of welcomes. Swingers Dupont Circle will feature immersive and multi-sensory, whimsical elements providing guests over 21 with a theatrical and high-end entertainment experience to enjoy with friends, family and colleagues. (more…)

“Free State will be re-opening for patio service and pickup orders on St. Patrick’s Day!”

By Prince Of Petworth


700 G Street, NW

From Free State’s Facebook:

“We’re excited to announce Free State will be re-opening for patio service and pickup orders on St. Patrick’s Day, Weds. 3/17. Specials all weekend long on Irish whiskey, hot drinks and craft beer. Reservations available now, on our website. We can’t wait to see you!” (more…)

“Sign of the Whale Has Returned”

By Prince Of Petworth


1825 M Street, NW

From a press release:

“SIGN OF THE WHALE, is pleased to announce it reopened on Wednesday, February 10th. Sign of the Whale, the D.C. institution known for decades as the ultimate intern hang out, has closed and reopened its doors more than a couple of times. Now under new ownership, what was once a dive bar is maturing into a gathering space where those same interns, now grown professionals, and new D.C. residents alike can get a touch of nostalgia, grab a crafted cocktail, draft beers, and bites. Owners of Nero, one of the top wine bars/lounges in Washington, D.C., are the new proprietors of Sign of the Whale and have created a unique style of contemporary American cuisine with Latin and Asian influences for everyone’s pallet. (more…)

“Dan’s Cafe is reopening their doors on Fri & Sat evenings!”

By Prince Of Petworth


2315 18th Street, NW

Big news from the Adams Morgan BID, thanks to John for passing on:

“PSA: Dan’s Cafe in #AdamsMorgan is reopening their doors on Fri & Sat evenings! @PitchersDC has generously allowed them to use their menu to comply with food rules. So glad we could help them navigate the rules to reopen safely! Welcome back!”

Dan’s Cafe originally planned to reopen during phase three. Hopefully these legends get some patio seating out front too.

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