Going Out Gurus - D.C. Entertainment Dispatches - December 19, 2010

Something for the Weekend: Bars open on Christmas Day

On Christmas Day, the majority of bars and restaurants are closed to allow employees to spend time with their families. But if you don't celebrate Christmas, or if you're in town for the holiday, it can seem a bit unfair. However, some bars will be open for business this weekend, though not all on their usual schedules. If your favorite neighborhood spot isn't listed here, make sure you call before heading out.

By Fritz Hahn | December 23, 2010; 1:54 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (1)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Holiday
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Jose Andres continues Vegas takeover

Only a few days ago, Jose Andres opened two restaurants within the glittery new Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas: Jaleo, a branch of his popular Washington tapas bar, and China Poblano, a hybrid Chinese-Mexican restaurant. Tonight, he officially unveils an unexpected third dining experience, an intimate restaurant-within-a-restaurant that simply goes by the nickname "e."

By Justin Rude | December 23, 2010; 11:11 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Restaurants | Tags: Tom Sietsema
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For vegans as well as vegetarians, a little slice of Nirvana

Everything at Nirvana Express is vegetarian, but vegans will find reason to rejoice, too.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | December 23, 2010; 11:00 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Restaurants
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Rogue States to grill again in Dupont

Just two months after it was ordered to close, Rogue States is apparently set to reopen on Dupont with a new venting system.

By Tim Carman | December 22, 2010; 6:25 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (3)
Categories: Restaurants
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Enzo Fargione finally signs a lease for ELISIR

After months of waiting, former Teatro Goldoni chef Enzo Fargione has finally signed a lease for his first place, ELISIR, a mostly tasting menu restaurant.

By Tim Carman | December 22, 2010; 4:02 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Restaurants | Tags: Enzo Fargione, Teatro Goldoni, Tim Carman
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Today in Food: Food trucks fight the elements

Today's food section contains an excellent file by Tim Carman on the the struggles food truck vendors face gathering crowds during the coldest months of the year.

By Justin Rude | December 22, 2010; 1:15 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Restaurants
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On screen this week: 'True Grit,' 'Somewhere,' 'Casino Jack'

The Coen brothers' remake of the western lands today, along with director Sofia Coppola's take on the life of a Hollywood star.Here's what Post critics had to say about this week's releases.

By Anne Kenderdine | December 22, 2010; 11:30 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Movies
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Christmas Day dining

If all you want for Christmas is Chinese food and a trip to the movies, here's a guide to your Dec. 25 culinary options: a mix of old favorites and new ones to try.

By Justin Rude and Alex Baldinger | December 22, 2010; 11:00 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (1)
Categories: Holiday, Restaurants
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Nightlife Agenda: The final Mousetrap, Falafel Frenzy and the Roots

The big story this week is the final Mousetrap dance party at the Black Cat after 11 years of bringing Britpop and indie tunes to the masses, but the days leading up to (and including) Christmas are full of good cheer and good beer. Try rare Stone brews, including "Lukcy Basartd" at Bourbon's Get Stoned Evening; drink well and help charity at the new Falafel Frenzy party on Christmas Eve; sip free beers while checking out Petworth's new Blue Banana sports bar, settle next to a fire and sing Irish drinking songs in Alexandria, or sip free drinks at the Park's Christmas night party.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | December 21, 2010; 3:01 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events, Holiday, Music
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Eric Reid emerges at Del Ray Pizzeria

When Del Merei Grille, the charming Alexandria eatery known for its Southern comfort food, closed its doors in September, chef Eric Reid made two things very clear: he wasn't done in the kitchen, and he wanted to stay in the neighborhood. It didn't take him long to get what he wanted -- Reid is now the head chef at Del Ray Pizzeria & Sports Bar, a new family-friendly restaurant in the heart of Del Ray.

By Justin Rude | December 21, 2010; 7:56 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Restaurants
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