Monday, December 21, 2009

Capitol Fine Wine & Sprit (coming soon to 415 H St)



Capitol Fine Wine & Spirit had their Voluntary Agreement with ANC6C approved by the ABRA at its September 30 hearing, which cleared the way for renewal of their Class A license. Capitol Fine Wine & Spirit is to be run by Kefir Seyoum and will fill the rowhouse that once held Kelly's Liquor, which is next door to Sidamo and run by friends. According to Seyoum, he has noted the change in demographics in the neighborhood and accordingly planned to re-open as a high-end store, with an emphasis on wine and specialty liquor. Seyoum has engaged in extensive renovations to the building, which his family has owned since 1991, but which fell into disrepair when illness of the then-manager led to the prior store's closure. The prior store reportedly was a good neighbor to surrounding area residents. In addition to fine wines and spirits, the establishment aims to offers high-end cheeses, breads, and meats. Seyoum seems to be aiming to provide a more convenient option to Schneiders for local residents. Once open, Capitol Fine Wine & Spirit will pair with Sidamo and Ethiopic to provide a series of nice new additions to the south side of the 400 block of H.

4 comments:

  1. Fantastic! I'm so glad to see some more worthy businesses opening up near Sidamo.

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  2. This is a smart move--there is a need for high-end wine and booze (and, hopefully, great beer selection) in this area. There are decent options already, sure, but nothing that keeps me from still having to head to Schneider's or Penn Ave when I want higher-end stuff. Can't wait!

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  3. Oh give me a break! You can't polish a turd. A liquor store is a liquor store.

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  4. It may be a liqour store, but if they are opening next door to Sidamo and friends of its owners, I'm pretty confident it wont be a turd.

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