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DC Reynolds has confirmed that the rumors are true– after eight years, the neighborhood staple is officially closing its doors this April. Here is the note from the owners:
“Our lease is up and as per usual landlord expectations for rent surpass what we’re comfortable with.
April 2020 will be the end of the run for DC Reynolds. Since March 17th 2012 we’ve opened our doors every single day to our neighbors, friends, and industry colleagues.
Multiple times we had the fortune of being nominated for something nice. Great neighborhood bar, best chili, and of course BOGO Happy Hour.
We look forward to being able to serve everyone into early spring patio season. We’ve got a few plans for our final weeks that we will reveal as we get closer. In the mean time we’ll open at 11am everyday and continue to BOGO 6 days a week.
Fun fact, it is possible to stay after BOGO ends and still have a good time
Cheers!
Justin Tony Jeremy”
According to the owners, there are currently no plans to move locations. And the reactions have been pretty universally bummed.
Horrible. Unbearable. Looking into my bereavement leave options now.
— Serena Golden (@SerenaEGolden) January 8, 2020
DC Reynolds isn’t a failing business it’s a popular and affordable establishment being forced out by ridiculous rising rents in a gentrifying neighborhood. All landlords are the enemy
— Peter Gowan, for peace and socialism 🕊️🌹 (@peterjgowan) January 8, 2020
Reynolds is the best bar in DC and this ruined my day. https://t.co/ilzlQelUrV
— rachel but spooky 👻 (@brookzyr) January 8, 2020
We reached out to the building owners to get their input and we will keep you updated as we learn more. In the meantime, plan your BOGO happy hours while you can!
