Hank's Cocktail Bar set to close on Dec 14th, moving to Dupont

Hank's Cocktail Bar set to close on Dec 14th, moving to Dupont

Hank’s Cocktail Bar has announced that they’re closing on December 14th and headed to the 2nd floor of their existing bar in Dupont Circle.

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Twisted Horn offers new menu, new prices and special “Parents Happy Hour” all day Sundays

Twisted Horn offers new menu, new prices and special “Parents Happy Hour” all day Sundays

The Twisted Horn (819 Upshur St NW) is launching new brunch and dinner menus along with all new pricing, as well as a special Petworth Parents Happy Hour all day on Sundays.

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Mural completed at Twisted Horn, back patio now open

Mural completed at Twisted Horn, back patio now open

Twisted Horn cocktail bar at 819 Upshur St NW, owned by Jamie Leeds (who also owns Hank's Oyster Bar and Hank's Pasta Bar) has a beautiful new mural adorning the wall along its back patio. Created by local artist Nakisha Durrett, the mural is a lighthearted play on a "twisted fairytale theme." 

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Twisted Horn is getting an awesome mural from a local Petworth artist

Twisted Horn is getting an awesome mural from a local Petworth artist

The Twisted Horn restaurant is working on a rear patio area to increase their seating and provide a nice outdoor space for customers. And they’re working with a local artist to create a special mural. 

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A preview night with Twisted Horn cocktail bar

A preview night with Twisted Horn cocktail bar

The Twisted Horn, Upshur Street's newest bar, opens Friday, January 8th -- and tonight was a special "soft launch" for family, friends and guests to get a sneak peek of the drinks and menu. 

Since I was invited to the soft launch, I thought I'd share a few photos and early, early impressions. 

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Twisted Horn ready to open

Twisted Horn ready to open

I heard from Twisted Horn today that they're planning on a soft launch opening Thursday evening, January 7th. I believe it is invitation only right now, will let you know if I hear different. 

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Twisted Horn cocktail bar opening soon on Upshur Street

Twisted Horn cocktail bar opening soon on Upshur Street

I spoke with Sabrina Zahid who works for Twisted Horn, and she told me that work on the building has progressed pretty far. At this point, they're looking to open... 

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Upshur restaurants: It's going to be a full menu of options in 2016

Upshur restaurants: It's going to be a full menu of options in 2016


Upshur Street along the 800 block is becoming restaurant row. We already have the critically and customer acclaimed Crane & Turtle, the long-standing neighborhood favorite Domku, and the local hangout Petworth Citizen. There's Dannie's and Cuzzin's for quicker take-out, and on the non-food side, Town & Country convenience store, Bentley's Antiques, Phillips Shoe Repair, Willow Fashion, Fia's Fabulous Finds and the hair care storefronts. 

Coming in late Spring and early Summer 2016, Upshur Street will see the opening of four new restaurants.  Read more about the new restaurants, after the break:

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