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2446 18th Street, NW

On Saturday we learned there was a stabbing in the 2400 block of 18th Street, NW. Yesterday, a reader wrote in asking why the Reef had closed. Turns out the stabbing incident occurred in the Reef. I asked ABRA for details and they shared:

“Assault with Deadly Weapon (Knife). 96 hour Chief of Police closure.”

The reader hears the Reef will reopen Wednesday.

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2218 Wisconsin Avenue, NW

Ed. Note: Mayfair and Pine closed back in late March. You can see Mad Fox’s beer menu here and food menus here.

From a press release:

“Following last month’s festive celebration of the third anniversary of its flagship brewpub in Falls Church, Mad Fox Brewing Company announced today that it will expand to Washington, DC, with plans to open a 4,590 square foot taproom at 2218 Wisconsin Avenue, NW in Glover Park. Mad Fox Brewing Company Taproom (Mad Fox Taproom), a 127-seat neighborhood establishment, is slated to open by the end of first quarter 2014, depending on the renovations needed and the permitting process.

“Glover Park is a wonderful neighborhood that deserves a great beer bar like the Mad Fox Taproom,” said Mad Fox CEO and Executive Brewer Bill Madden. Mad Fox has been searching for a location in the Nation’s Capital for the past 20 months, scouting out 27 neighborhoods throughout the District. “Glover Park offers an ideal fit for our concept and shares similarities with Falls Church in its demographics and overall environment. And just like in Falls Church, we look forward to becoming an active and positive member of the community, contributing to both the economy and the culinary options of the area.”

The Mad Fox Taproom will showcase its award-winning handcrafted beers with draught and English-style cask service, with up to 24 draught and cask options. Diners can expect a full menu with appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, salads and small plates. (more…)


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From the folks at Meridian Pint:

“What better way to celebrate DC Beer Week than by winning free draft beer all week long?!

Meridian Pint is partnering with Lost Rhino for a week-long DC Beer Week event to find the Rhino. The “Lost Rhino” has wandered all the way from Ashburn, VA and is now romping the streets of the District trying to find his crash. He will be in different neighborhoods all week checking out some of DC’s best spots. Follow Meridian Pint’s Twitter or Facebook for times and neighborhoods that the Rhino will be visiting.

The Rhino isn’t shy; take a picture with him with the hash tag #IfoundtheRhino and post it to the Pint’s Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram account! We will pick one picture everyday from Monday, August 12th to Friday, August 16th. Each picture that we pick will be the daily winner! Winners will be announced by 7pm and will receive FREE DRAFT BEER for the day that they won AND for the remainder of DC Beer Week!

Happy hunting and remember, everyone loves the Rhino!”


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Photo courtesy of Atlas Brew Works

From a press release:

“Atlas Brew Works, the District’s newest production craft brewery, today announced the dates its fresh, local craft beers will be available in bars and restaurants around the District.

“We are excited to finally be licensed to manufacture beer in the District.” said Atlas CEO Justin Cox, “We can now focus on creating great quality craft beers to share with our community in DC.”

Atlas Brew Works, founded by Cox and award winning professional brewer Will Durgin, will launch the week of September 2nd -8th with an event in a different neighborhood across DC each night. Atlas will premier three beers that week: Rowdy, a hop-forward American-style Rye ale, accented by the peppery notes of rye; District Common, a California Common featuring Czech Saaz hops; and a third beer, NSFW, which will remain a surprise.”


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Founder David von Storch brewing the Honey 21 courtesy Cap City Brewing

Capitol City Brewing Company To Host Special Birthday Beer Tapping Party To Celebrate 21st Anniversary:

“WHO: Capitol City Brewing Company

WHAT: 21st Anniversary Beer Tapping Celebration
Featuring Celebratory Birthday Brew: Honey 21

WHEN: Wednesday, August 7
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

WHERE: Downtown DC Location
1100 New York Avenue, NW

Capitol City Brewing Company has finally reached the legal drinking age! The District’s first brewpub since Prohibition is turning 21 and celebrating its anniversary with a momentous Birthday Beer Tapping Party featuring the original “Honey 21” on Wednesday, August 7 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Downtown DC location.

David von Storch, founder and president of Capitol City Brewing Company, crafted the anniversary beer during a daylong brewing tutorial alongside Kristi Griner, director of brewing operations. The honey wheat beer, aptly named “Honey 21,” combines von Storch’s personal favorite flavors of smooth honey, refreshing citrus coriander and zesty orange peels, which has been fermenting for more than a month and will be honorably tapped and poured at the August 7 birthday celebration.”

Ed. Note: You can see all events here and you can schedule your own event listing here.


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