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“aggressive person in dupont?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

This might sound totally weird, but I hoped others might have information that could help! A few months ago, I was grabbing a coffee at Java House on 17th — I was in there with one other customer, who was doing finger guns and kicking their knees up. I didn’t think much of it until I realized they’d locked eyes with me and seemed to be threatening me in some way. I looked away, but as this person walked across the cafe to leave, they ran straight into me, knocking me off balance. (It was clearly intentional — we were the only two people inside, and this was out of view of the folks working behind the counter.) It weirded me out, but I left quickly and got out of there.

Fast forward to earlier this week, (more…)

Reports: Lucky Bar has sold, Lucky Bar “changing ownership”

By Prince Of Petworth


1221 Connecticut Ave, NW

From Capital City Blues:

“It’s not the place that makes the man but the man that makes the place. @luckybardc
will be changing ownership and with that we say farewell (for now) to the owner, Paul. He made Manchester City accessible to so many and we thank him for that.”

and DC Armoury – The Capital of Arsenal America:

“Never thought I’d have to post this, but here we are. No matter what, @luckybardc
will always be ours.” (more…)

“Kramers Debuts Brand New Bar and Design”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos courtesy Kramers

From a press release:

“Kramers (1517 Connecticut Ave, NW), the first bookstore-cafe hybrid in Washington DC known for its convivial atmosphere, robust book collection and approachable food & beverage menu, just got bigger and better with a delightfully unexpected bookstore pairing– a new bar refresh and expansion. The 970 square foot space, which previously served as the travel and kids books section as well as a storage space for old books, brings opportunity for even more community-driven Kramers experiences– from cocktail tastings to social events to date nights. (more…)

UPDATE: Russia House “shooting to open early January!”

By Prince Of Petworth


1800 Connecticut Ave, NW

UPDATE from BrineOysterDC:

“Here’s what’s up (we share the same owners as Russia House!):
Most RH staff relocated during the pandemic, so they’ve been restaffing up and almost there! RH completed an entire remodel including a new bar, kitchen, bathrooms, & decor, & shooting to open early January!”

“Dear PoPville,

Do you know what’s the deal with Russia House? They say they are still closed because of the pandemic. (more…)

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