3708 14th Street, NW via Toro Bar
Thanks to Buddy for sending the good news from Toro Bar:
“The time has come!! WE ARE OPENING THIS THURSDAY!
We will be open Wednesday – Sunday 5pm-Midnight” (more…)
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1207 19th Street, NW
This space was previously Tulips which closed back in September 2018. Before them this space was home to Irish Whiskey (RIP $1 Champagne Brunch) and of course before them Porter’s.
Thanks to Michelle for sending:
“Bar and Lounge 54 has a great outdoor space if you want a break from working at home to working on a cool patio. They just had a soft opening last week. (more…)
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Thanks to all who messaged me about about the for lease signs on the “new side” of Solly’s as well as the paint job over the weekend: (more…)
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1939 12th Street, NW
Earlier this week we reported that Barkada, a New Natural Wine Bar, would be opening just off U Street:
“Barkada, a Filipino slang word meaning a group of friends…”
The first comment from Camille was:
“Nothing about this wine bar is Filipino. Absolutely NOTHING.
Interesting that they’d choose to use this word yet they don’t have anything remotely connected (socially, culturally, historically) to the country it originated from.
Wine, cheese, charcuterie, tinned fish?… none of their offerings are Filipino.”
You can read more reactions here.
August 1st, photo by Oswald
Thanks to those who messaged and tagged us on Instagram to Barkada’s reply: (more…)
Nikki sends in a bit of a scare this morning after spotting the signs above in the expanded section of Solly’s (which used to be the old Madjet space): “WHAT IS GOING ON”
Back in 2012 Solly’s expanded into the old Madjet restaurant space. They will be returning to their original size, when they first opened in 2006, which includes their original bar, the upstairs space and of course their great patio:
11th and U Street, NW
Solly’s patio is currently open everyday from 4-11pm!
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: (more…)
1939 12th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Barkada, a new natural wine bar, owned and operated by Primrose’s Sebastian Zutant with long-time friends Anthony Aligo & Nick Guglietta, and Nathan Fisher, will open its doors on July 29, 2020 at 1939 12th Street NW, Washington DC.
Zutant, who currently owns and operates Primrose and previously worked at The Red Hen, Komi, Proof, and Rasika, partnered with the industry newcomers to build their dream wine bar. Barkada, a Filipino slang word meaning a group of friends, will have a unique list of over 60 natural wines from around the world and a food program featuring a selection of curated imports and local products. In addition to a range of cheese and charcuterie, Barkada will showcase tinned fish and seafood platters for the adventurous, along with light fare and sandwiches. On the weekends, Barkada will also have breakfast sandwiches for brunch from 12pm-3pm; (more…)
1314 9th Street, NW Photo by Kelly McCann
Thanks to Kelly (and Allison) for sending the sad news about A&D. There was a closing scare back in 2017 but obviously things are different these days. A&D opened up here back in December 2012. Updates as we learn what becomes of the space.
1201 Half Street, SE #120 courtesy Atlas Brew Works
From an email:
“Cheer on the World Champion Washington Nationals for their Home Opener from Atlas Brew Works Half Street Brewery & Tap Room, adjacent to the Center Field Gate. Today, July 23, join the Atlas team for its craft beer offerings like the Bullpen Pilsner, a craft lager brewed in partnership with the Nationals, menu offerings from Andy’s Pizza, and televisions broadcasting the game with sound. (more…)
Nick Schieber. Photo by Cassandra Hetherington
Cassandra Hetherington is a a volunteer for Uptown Main Street. She wrote about Maria Villalta and Pica Taco here.
Thanks again to Cassandra Hetherington for sharing with us:
“Musicians Jamaal and David sip beer and discuss their upcoming performance at a nearby coffee house. Due to the dark cloudy skies and threat of rain, Jamaal left his guitar at home so for now, they are unable to practice playing their instruments together. Jamaal and David, both residents of Manor Park, met at Jackie Lee’s many moons ago and quickly became friends. This is exactly the kind of neighborhood bar Nick Schieber, Jason Crafton, and Amanda Kelsey hoped to create when they opened Jackie Lee’s on Kennedy Street NW.
Having moved to D.C. from Florida a decade ago, Nick spent the majority of his adult life working in restaurants; most recently at the Red Derby on 14th Street NW. Jackie Lee’s relaxed and welcoming vibe, a reflection of its owners, has attracted a diverse clientele of mostly neighbors into this restaurant and bar. (more…)
From City Winery (1350 Okie Street, NE):
“In light of current challenging conditions and in the interest of public safety, we have temporarily paused our operations at City Winery Washington DC.
The length of the temporary closure is unclear at this time, but we are optimistic that it will only last a short while. Ultimately, that timing will be dictated by uncontrollable factors that we are hopeful will work in our favor sooner than later.
This decision is not one that we took lightly, and one that has been made in order to preserve the continued existence of City Winery. I believe we will return stronger than ever to serving you, our incredible guests, putting on concerts, hosting private parties, and supporting our amazing team members, but for now, we are truly in survival mode.
Although this process has been more painful to endure than we initially thought, we will get through this.
In the meantime, take care of yourselves and your communities, and if you are able, please consider supporting City Winery by: (more…)