Fritz Hahn
@fritzhahn.bsky.social
Reporter for the @washingtonpost Weekend Section/Going Out Guide, covering bars, events, museums, and entertainment in and around D.C. P.G. County by birth. D.C. by choice. @fritzhahn on major socials; fritzhahn.50 on signal.
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Fritz Hahn
@fritzhahn.bsky.social
· Jan 3
My most-read stories of 2024 included natural beauty, unmarked bars, happy hours, and, because there always has to be a Maryland-related story, cocktail usurpers on the Delmarva Peninsula. A thread...
Reposted by Fritz Hahn
Nothing was more Washington Post than Marty Weil starting his night shift by walking around the newsroom saying hello to every single person at their desks
Martin Weil, one of hundreds of journalists being let go at The Washington Post, has worked on local news there since 1965.
He Was Laid Off at The Washington Post After Working There 60 Years
Martin Weil, one of hundreds being let go at The Post, has worked on local news there since 1965, witnessing the paper’s rise and now retrenchment.
nyti.ms
February 5, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Nothing was more Washington Post than Marty Weil starting his night shift by walking around the newsroom saying hello to every single person at their desks
Terrible news from Baltimore: The Brewer's Art closed permanently this morning.
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www.thebanner.com/culture/food...
The Brewer’s Art, a Mount Vernon mainstay, abruptly closes after 30 years
Owner Volker Stewart informed employees by text message Monday that he was closing effective immediately due to financial problems, according to screenshots shared with The Banner.
www.thebanner.com
February 2, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Terrible news from Baltimore: The Brewer's Art closed permanently this morning.
www.thebanner.com/culture/food...
www.thebanner.com/culture/food...
”’First-ever FIFA Women’s Champions Cup winners,’ you’ll never sing that.”
February 1, 2026 at 10:05 PM
”’First-ever FIFA Women’s Champions Cup winners,’ you’ll never sing that.”
12 years ago today, I reported that D.C. bars were introducing customers to a weird, bitter spirit called “Malort.” (Post style didn’t allow the umlaut.)
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Malort report: Chicago’s favorite awful-tasting shot invades D.C.
Chicago's shot of choice is showing up on D.C. cocktail menus.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 31, 2026 at 7:25 PM
12 years ago today, I reported that D.C. bars were introducing customers to a weird, bitter spirit called “Malort.” (Post style didn’t allow the umlaut.)
www.washingtonpost.com/news/going-o...
www.washingtonpost.com/news/going-o...
The people who call Eebee’s a dive bar are the same ones who post videos about Silver Lyan being D.C.’s best speakeasy.
January 31, 2026 at 1:23 AM
The people who call Eebee’s a dive bar are the same ones who post videos about Silver Lyan being D.C.’s best speakeasy.
Government shutdown reminder: FY 2026 appropriations bills funding Department of the Interior, Agriculture and Legislative Branch have all passed, so the Smithsonian, National Gallery, Park Service, Arboretum, Library of Congress, etc., will stay open.
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www.washingtonpost.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Government shutdown reminder: FY 2026 appropriations bills funding Department of the Interior, Agriculture and Legislative Branch have all passed, so the Smithsonian, National Gallery, Park Service, Arboretum, Library of Congress, etc., will stay open.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Derek Brown, the former owner of the Passenger, Columbia Room and other D.C. cocktail bars, and current expert on lo-and-no ABV cocktails, has shared that he's fighting a rare blood cancer, and will undergo a stem cell transplant.
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I'm Going to Have a Stem Cell Transplant
Since September, I’ve been battling a rare blood cancer, and in a few days I’ll receive the only cure.
positivedamage.substack.com
January 28, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Derek Brown, the former owner of the Passenger, Columbia Room and other D.C. cocktail bars, and current expert on lo-and-no ABV cocktails, has shared that he's fighting a rare blood cancer, and will undergo a stem cell transplant.
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Snow day specials are starting to roll in ahead of the storm, including a snowball fight at Atlas, Korean flower crab soup at Anju, a family-friendly party at the Roost, and post-sledding drinks at Juneberry Garage.
This list will be updated: www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
This list will be updated: www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
The D.C. bars and restaurants offering discounted drinks during the storm
The dangerous winter storm brings snow, ice, and discounted food and drinks.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 23, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Snow day specials are starting to roll in ahead of the storm, including a snowball fight at Atlas, Korean flower crab soup at Anju, a family-friendly party at the Roost, and post-sledding drinks at Juneberry Garage.
This list will be updated: www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
This list will be updated: www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
Expecting plenty of weather-related delays and cancellations, like this: The Speed Rack bartending competition has been postponed to March 16.
To do (before it snows):
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
The 31 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
Enjoy a discounted dinner during two Virginia restaurant weeks, discover a new play at a theater festival, cheer for monster trucks or go on a sober bar crawl.
wapo.st
January 23, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Expecting plenty of weather-related delays and cancellations, like this: The Speed Rack bartending competition has been postponed to March 16.
Making a quick escape to the tropics. ✅
Sipping wine in front of a crackling fire. ✅
Indulging in a luxurious cup of hot chocolate. ✅
Searching for feathered friends. ✅
These are a few of the items on our D.C. winter bucket list.
Gift link: wapo.st/3YTcv4k
Sipping wine in front of a crackling fire. ✅
Indulging in a luxurious cup of hot chocolate. ✅
Searching for feathered friends. ✅
These are a few of the items on our D.C. winter bucket list.
Gift link: wapo.st/3YTcv4k
Your winter bucket list
Head outside to look for birds, cozy up with a glass of wine by the fire, or pretend you’re visiting the tropics inside a steamy greenhouse.
wapo.st
January 23, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Making a quick escape to the tropics. ✅
Sipping wine in front of a crackling fire. ✅
Indulging in a luxurious cup of hot chocolate. ✅
Searching for feathered friends. ✅
These are a few of the items on our D.C. winter bucket list.
Gift link: wapo.st/3YTcv4k
Sipping wine in front of a crackling fire. ✅
Indulging in a luxurious cup of hot chocolate. ✅
Searching for feathered friends. ✅
These are a few of the items on our D.C. winter bucket list.
Gift link: wapo.st/3YTcv4k
To do (before it snows):
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
The 31 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
Enjoy a discounted dinner during two Virginia restaurant weeks, discover a new play at a theater festival, cheer for monster trucks or go on a sober bar crawl.
wapo.st
January 22, 2026 at 5:55 PM
To do (before it snows):
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
To do (before it snows):
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
wapo.st
January 22, 2026 at 5:54 PM
To do (before it snows):
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
• Folger's Reading Room Festival
• Studio's New Pages, New Stages festival
• Alexandria and Falls Church restaurant weeks
• Burns Nights
• Sober bar crawl
• Vintage clothing sale
• Much more!
Gift link: wapo.st/4qK5mQ7
Reposted by Fritz Hahn
"Liam’s teacher, Ella Sullivan, teared up when thinking about Liam. 'He’s a bright young student,' she said, 'and he’s so kind and loving. His classmates miss him.'"
www.startribune.com/preschooler-...
www.startribune.com/preschooler-...
Preschooler and three other students detained by ICE, school district leader says
The detentions of Columbia Heights students come after weeks of heightened concern and enforcement presence near and on Twin Cities school property.
www.startribune.com
January 22, 2026 at 1:23 AM
"Liam’s teacher, Ella Sullivan, teared up when thinking about Liam. 'He’s a bright young student,' she said, 'and he’s so kind and loving. His classmates miss him.'"
www.startribune.com/preschooler-...
www.startribune.com/preschooler-...
If you’re going out to watch the National Championship tonight (and not going to Walter’s or Ivy and Coney), Miami fans will be at Penn Social, but I’m told Indiana alumni are meeting at the Queen Vic. (I don’t know why either.)
January 19, 2026 at 10:16 PM
If you’re going out to watch the National Championship tonight (and not going to Walter’s or Ivy and Coney), Miami fans will be at Penn Social, but I’m told Indiana alumni are meeting at the Queen Vic. (I don’t know why either.)
Because nostalgia...
From the 2016 WaPo Dining Guide, the 10 best bars in D.C.:
washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/fo...
(Note that 7 of the 10, but only 1 of the top 3, are still open)
And my list of the best bars that opened in 2016:
washingtonpost.com/goingoutguid...
(Only 3 are still standing.)
From the 2016 WaPo Dining Guide, the 10 best bars in D.C.:
washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/fo...
(Note that 7 of the 10, but only 1 of the top 3, are still open)
And my list of the best bars that opened in 2016:
washingtonpost.com/goingoutguid...
(Only 3 are still standing.)
The 10 best bars in Washington, from pinball taverns to cocktail havens
FALL DINING GUIDE | Here’s where to belly up, whether it’s a special occasion or any given weeknight
washingtonpost.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Because nostalgia...
From the 2016 WaPo Dining Guide, the 10 best bars in D.C.:
washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/fo...
(Note that 7 of the 10, but only 1 of the top 3, are still open)
And my list of the best bars that opened in 2016:
washingtonpost.com/goingoutguid...
(Only 3 are still standing.)
From the 2016 WaPo Dining Guide, the 10 best bars in D.C.:
washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/fo...
(Note that 7 of the 10, but only 1 of the top 3, are still open)
And my list of the best bars that opened in 2016:
washingtonpost.com/goingoutguid...
(Only 3 are still standing.)
Things to do around DC:
• Honoring MLK with parades and music
• Restaurant Week begins
• NA and low-ABV cocktails
• Dolly Parton's birthday
• Remembering Bob Weir
• Caps Pride happy hour
• A punk rock festival
• A cozy day party
Gift link: wapo.st/3No4py6
• Honoring MLK with parades and music
• Restaurant Week begins
• NA and low-ABV cocktails
• Dolly Parton's birthday
• Remembering Bob Weir
• Caps Pride happy hour
• A punk rock festival
• A cozy day party
Gift link: wapo.st/3No4py6
wapo.st
January 15, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Things to do around DC:
• Honoring MLK with parades and music
• Restaurant Week begins
• NA and low-ABV cocktails
• Dolly Parton's birthday
• Remembering Bob Weir
• Caps Pride happy hour
• A punk rock festival
• A cozy day party
Gift link: wapo.st/3No4py6
• Honoring MLK with parades and music
• Restaurant Week begins
• NA and low-ABV cocktails
• Dolly Parton's birthday
• Remembering Bob Weir
• Caps Pride happy hour
• A punk rock festival
• A cozy day party
Gift link: wapo.st/3No4py6
One of the best bars in North America is travelling across the continent to pop-up in D.C. tonight.
Plus: Coquito Wars, a “Heated Rivalry” viewing party and a tribute to the First Ladies of soul and R&B.
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
Plus: Coquito Wars, a “Heated Rivalry” viewing party and a tribute to the First Ladies of soul and R&B.
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
The 16 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
Craft a vision for 2026, celebrate Korean culture old and new, or sample a dozen nonalcoholic wines and ciders.
wapo.st
January 12, 2026 at 3:34 PM
One of the best bars in North America is travelling across the continent to pop-up in D.C. tonight.
Plus: Coquito Wars, a “Heated Rivalry” viewing party and a tribute to the First Ladies of soul and R&B.
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
Plus: Coquito Wars, a “Heated Rivalry” viewing party and a tribute to the First Ladies of soul and R&B.
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
I’m sure there will be a perfectly reasonable and healthy reaction to this news.
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www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...
Washington National Opera is moving out of the Kennedy Center
The Washington National Opera decided on Friday to move out of its longtime home at the Kennedy Center. The center said it ended the relationship.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 10, 2026 at 1:33 AM
I’m sure there will be a perfectly reasonable and healthy reaction to this news.
www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...
www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...
I really hate that I’d be willing to go to Raljon for France-Colombia.
The World Cup isn’t coming to the D.C. area, but at least one high-profile tune-up is: Kylian Mbappé’s France will face Colombia on March 29 at Northwest Stadium in Landover.
January 8, 2026 at 3:06 PM
I really hate that I’d be willing to go to Raljon for France-Colombia.
On our to-do list:
• “Drag Race” viewing parties
• Free sing-along “KPop Demon Hunters”
• Tasting NA wines
• Coquito Wars
• Vision board workshops
• A documentary about the walrus
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
• “Drag Race” viewing parties
• Free sing-along “KPop Demon Hunters”
• Tasting NA wines
• Coquito Wars
• Vision board workshops
• A documentary about the walrus
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
The 16 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
Craft a vision for 2026, celebrate Korean culture old and new, or sample a dozen nonalcoholic wines and ciders.
wapo.st
January 8, 2026 at 3:03 PM
On our to-do list:
• “Drag Race” viewing parties
• Free sing-along “KPop Demon Hunters”
• Tasting NA wines
• Coquito Wars
• Vision board workshops
• A documentary about the walrus
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
• “Drag Race” viewing parties
• Free sing-along “KPop Demon Hunters”
• Tasting NA wines
• Coquito Wars
• Vision board workshops
• A documentary about the walrus
Gift link: wapo.st/3NAy0V1
Some news from Anacostia: Andy’s Pizza has closed at the two-month-old @atlasbrewworks in the Bridge District. Posted more about the replacement – a smashburger concept from the team behind Melange – and a menu over on Insta.
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www.instagram.com/p/DTG3ON6DhKM/
Fritz Hahn on Instagram: "Some news from Anacostia: Andy’s Pizza has closed at the two-month-old @atlasbrewworks in the Bridge District. Am told it was “too close” to the other Andy’s at the other Atl...
4 likes, 0 comments - fritzhahn on January 4, 2026: "Some news from Anacostia: Andy’s Pizza has closed at the two-month-old @atlasbrewworks in the Bridge District. Am told it was “too close” to the ot...
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January 4, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Some news from Anacostia: Andy’s Pizza has closed at the two-month-old @atlasbrewworks in the Bridge District. Posted more about the replacement – a smashburger concept from the team behind Melange – and a menu over on Insta.
www.instagram.com/p/DTG3ON6DhKM/
www.instagram.com/p/DTG3ON6DhKM/
Happy New Year Helsinki, Kyiv, Kigali and Harare!
A reminder if you’re in D.C. tonight: Metrorail and buses are free from 8pm-2am, and SoberRide is offering free $15 Lyft credits.
And if you still need a party, find a free one here: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
A reminder if you’re in D.C. tonight: Metrorail and buses are free from 8pm-2am, and SoberRide is offering free $15 Lyft credits.
And if you still need a party, find a free one here: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
The best free and family-friendly New Year’s Eve parties in the D.C. area
If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on Dec. 31, try one of these events with DJs, happy hours or early toasts just for the kids.
wapo.st
December 31, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Happy New Year Helsinki, Kyiv, Kigali and Harare!
A reminder if you’re in D.C. tonight: Metrorail and buses are free from 8pm-2am, and SoberRide is offering free $15 Lyft credits.
And if you still need a party, find a free one here: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
A reminder if you’re in D.C. tonight: Metrorail and buses are free from 8pm-2am, and SoberRide is offering free $15 Lyft credits.
And if you still need a party, find a free one here: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
Warning/reminder: Alexandria launches fireworks over the Potomac at 7:30 p.m. and midnight tonight, and there's also a display on the Mall at midnight. (Not clear if those will be launched like July 4 or not.)
freedom250.org/events-calen...
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Freedom 250
Official website of Freedom 250
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December 31, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Warning/reminder: Alexandria launches fireworks over the Potomac at 7:30 p.m. and midnight tonight, and there's also a display on the Mall at midnight. (Not clear if those will be launched like July 4 or not.)
freedom250.org/events-calen...
www.firstnightalexandria.org
freedom250.org/events-calen...
www.firstnightalexandria.org
A photo from last month, but I’m overjoyed with today’s result. (4-1 to the Arsenal!) Did not imagine we’d end 2025 at the top of the league.
December 31, 2025 at 1:09 AM
A photo from last month, but I’m overjoyed with today’s result. (4-1 to the Arsenal!) Did not imagine we’d end 2025 at the top of the league.
There was a lot happening yesterday, but I updated the New Year’s Eve guide with more than a dozen free parties, international toasts, and a 7 pm ball drop for families.
Read free with a gift link: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
Read free with a gift link: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
The best free and family-friendly New Year’s Eve parties in the D.C. area
If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on Dec. 31, try one of these events with DJs, happy hours or early toasts just for the kids.
wapo.st
December 30, 2025 at 3:56 PM
There was a lot happening yesterday, but I updated the New Year’s Eve guide with more than a dozen free parties, international toasts, and a 7 pm ball drop for families.
Read free with a gift link: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ
Read free with a gift link: wapo.st/3L1s5aQ