DC’s Namesake Bar Closes

One of Foggy Bottom’s premier sports bars has closed its doors for the last time.  After after opening in 2002, the tavern that bears the name of DC’s statehood  movement has sadly closed.

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Despite its name, 51st State Tavern was actually was the local team bar for all New York professional sports teams especially the New York Giants.

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