Author: Barred in DC

• Emilie’s – What the Hell is Going On?

  [Author’s Note: About 4 hours after this story was published,  Johann Moonsinghe reached out to Barred in DC via email to state that the timeline/story in my article had “a lot of inaccurate information” and asked to speak on the telephone. A conversation ensued (minor edit noted in 1st paragraph). He stated he would send…

  Barred in DC

  July 29, 2020

  DC Bar News

• Analyzing ABRA Phase 2 Violations – A Hierarchy of Violations Becomes Clear

  This week, the Mayor and ABRA posted that to date during Phase 2 it had fined four bars/restaurants (including two covered here last week), and issued verbal or written warnings to more than 40 of them as of July 23rd for violations that took place during the first month of phase 2. Barred in DC…

  Barred in DC

  July 25, 2020

  DC Bar News

• Two DC Establishments Fined $1,000 For Phase 2 Social Distancing and Other Violations

  On Wednesday, DC’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Board issued $1,000 fines to two DC bars/restaurants, District Soul Food (Barracks Row) and Red Lounge Hookah (14th and U) for violations of ABRA’s Phase 2 regulations that followed from the Mayor’s Phase 2 order. These violations stemmed from incidents July 4th weekend. These are the first penalties Barred in DC…

  Barred in DC

  July 17, 2020

  DC Bar News

• Best Fried Fish in DC – Reader Suggestions

  [See other Barred in DC Food lists here] After Horace & Dickie’s closed their longtime H Street location earlier this year, there have been questions who will be the iconic fried fish joint left in DC. I asked Barred in DCs Twitter followers for best fried fish in DC and here were their responses. Last…

  Barred in DC

  July 13, 2020

  Food

• Victura Park – from Ian Hilton and Co. – Comes to The Reach at the Kennedy Center Today

  The REACH at the Kennedy Center, which opened last September, has partnered with nightlife impresario Ian Hilton and his partners (American Ice, El Rey, Chez Billy Sud, etc.) to operate a seasonal outdoor cafe/wine garden. Victura Park, “soft” opening on Friday July 10th with full opening next week, will be an outdoor pop-up based out the…

  Barred in DC

  July 10, 2020

  DC Bar News, Georgetown

• Best Pizza in DC

  Last Updated January 4, 2026 [See other Barred in DC Food lists here] Based on results of Twitter polls. Prices for 1 topping pizza (size indicated). Not including tip + tax. Other Pizza types available The Andy’s Pizza Tier RANKED #1 Gold Tier Silver Tier Bronze Tier Not Enough Folks Have Been, But Strong Support…

  Barred in DC

  June 28, 2020

  Food

• Best Bloody Marys in DC

  I crowd-sourced the best Bloody Marys in DC on Twitter. Below are the ones mentioned the most. Last Updated: June 25, 2020 Most Mentioned By Far: Buffalo & Bergen Capitol Hill (8a-3p Wed-Sun) Union Market (temporarily closed) $9 for normal bloody (currently available online for pickup/outdoor dining) $19.50 Lox’d & Loaded Skyy Vodka  Bloody garnished…

  Barred in DC

  June 26, 2020

  DC Bar News

• List of DC Spots That Have Closed During Pandemic

  This list is now being updated here [Last updated 10/30/20[ Booze-serving spots in the District only (so don’t @ me with a coffee shop or a random Subway) Post Pub (1974/1976) The Meeting Place (1970s) Otello (1985) The Oval Room (1994; new concept from same owners coming) Eighteenth Street Lounge (1995) Capitol Lounge (current owner…

  Barred in DC

  June 23, 2020

  DC Bar News

• Phase 2 in DC Starting Monday June 22nd – But What Does That Mean?

  [EDITED} Mayor Bowser announced today that DC is moving into phase 2 of the reopening starting effective Monday, June 21th (joining Montgomery County the previous Friday, 10 days after NoVa, and a week after PG County). The Mayor issued a Phase 2 order (which followed this presentation, as well as guidelines, plus ABRA rules, and…

  Barred in DC

  June 15, 2020

  DC Bar News

• DC’s New Requirements for Sidewalk Cafes and Street Dining – A Summary

  On Friday, DC’s government released a joint publication of the Mayor’s office as well as DC’s Department of Transportation (DDOT) and Department of Health (DC Health), entitled Reimagining Outdoor Space: Restaurants and Retail, Guidelines for Expanded and New Outdoor Seating. A summary fact sheet was also released. If you are a DC restaurant/bar, member of an ANC,…

  Barred in DC

  June 14, 2020

  DC Bar News