229 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Daj for sending Saturday night “Caplounge has prayer candles at the closed front door.”
Capitol Lounge closed after 26 years September 20th.
Bars
919 U Street, NW
Thanks to Mark for passing on word from El Rey:
“El Rey fam. Ever since we announced our closing your support and love has been overwhelming
We heard you, which is why we will NOT close on October 31st and will stay open for as long as we can – for you, for our staff, for DC. Thank you and nothing but love #UStreetDC!”
Ed. Note: Back in September we had learned American Ice Company, The Brixton, Echo Park, El Rey, The Gibson, Marvin, and Players Club reportedly will close “for the foreseeable future on Halloween.”
Updates if there are miracles for any of the other Hilton brothers spots mentioned above.
3718 14th Street, NW at Quincy Street, NW (next to the also awesome Lyman’s Tavern)
Ed. Note: Red Derby has been awesome since 2007, with your support they will continue to be so in 2027.
“Dear PoPville,
I am writing to give a huge shout-out to the team at Red Derby – Sasha, Bianca and Ruby. For 28 straight Fridays, they have SUPPORTED us with terrific take out drinks and food. Each Friday, a small group of us gather for a few libations outside after a long week of work and the team at Derby always delivers. It’s become a tradition. It’s given us something to look forward to during this nightmare and it also helped support one of our absolute favorite local establishments. I highly recommend you check them out.”
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1836 18th Street, NW
Yesterday we had a brief update about the potential rise of The Commodore once again. So the speculation has begun as to where. (more…)
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Formerly located at 11th and P Street, NW
The Commodore opened up in the former Veranda space at 11th and P back in 2016. They closed in November 2019. Perhaps that petition worked after all.
Thanks to all who passed on the tantalizing word from The Commodore Public House & Kitchen:
“Anyone in the mood for some? Good News!! #comingsoon #goodnews #shawloganhome #micasasucasa” (more…)
Zeina asks (and others sent photos) “any info about the shooting @ Kiss Lounge in Shaw?”
I haven’t seen any official word but per usual the ever present Alan Henney has a bit of detail:
“SHOTS FIRED INVESTIGATION– Police are investigating after report of exchange of gunfire INSIDE a business at 7th and T Sts NW-DC in the Shaw area. Nobody was found injured.” (more…)
On Thursday we shared the sad news from the Codmother’s owner Tolga Erbatur, which simply said “Farewell Mother.” I’ll be honest, a part of me was hoping that we’d witness another miracle but alas I was saddened to see:
Thanks to Diego (and everyone else) who sent The Codmother’s legendary playlist preserved on Spotify.
One last look at the poster for posterity: (more…)
1334 U Street, NW
The Codmother opened up in June 2011 in the former Cafe Nema space.
Thanks to Zac for passing on from the Codmother’s owner’s Instagram:
“Farewell Mother.” (more…)
1339 H Street, NE via the Pie Shop
Big news from the Pie Shop:
“After 6 months we are re-opening our 2nf floor patio for drinks, starting tonight! We are currently reservation only so head to Resy for info and to book now.
We’ll be open all weekend to make the most of this perfect fall weather! We can’t wait to see you! Thanks for supporting your local pie shop.”
500 New Jersey Ave, NW via google maps
Thanks to Chai for passing on from Bobinator’s report:
“Yet another DC bar closed for good: Billy Goat Tavern, outpost of the Chicago bar of SNL fame. It’s burgers and cheap breakfasts, and friendly bar scene, were popular with Georgetown Law students, office workers, hotel guests, and employees of nearby labor unions.”
According to yelp they’ve been closed since August.