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The Wharf in the News

As the biggest development in the history of our nation’s capital, The Wharf is creating quite a buzz. Browse the most recent headlines below.

 

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New Bubble Tea Shop E-Tea Opens at The Wharf

calendar icon March 3, 2022

The fresh-brewed tea shop, located at 49 District Square SW, offers traditional Taiwanese tea, bubble tea, rice wraps, and pastries. The grab-and-go style restaurant features milk-based teas like Brown Sugar Bubble Tea and Thai Tea, as well as fruit-based teas like Dragon Fruit Rose Black Tea and Passion Green Tea.

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Discover the Romanian Art Exhibit "MI-E DOR DE TINE" at The Wharf

calendar icon Feb. 17, 2022

“MI-E DOR DE TINE," a traveling neon artwork which is currently on display at The Wharf, is a declaration of reunification dedicated to the one-in-four Romanains who currently reside outside Romanian borders.

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Boardwalk Bar & Arcade Opens at The Wharf with a Beachy-Bar Vibe

calendar icon Feb. 17, 2022

Better Hospitality Group opens Boardwalk Board & Arcade at The Wharf. The family-friendly hangout spot offers over 30 arcade games, carnival-inspired food and drink, and a waterfront patio that can seat 70. Plus, they offer daily happy hour specials and pitcher options. Enjoy summer vibes at this beachy bar all year long.

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Five Wharf Restaurants Participate in the Winter 2022 Metropolitan Restaurant Week

calendar icon Jan. 13, 2022

Enjoy delicious offerings at affordable prices while supporting your local restaurants during the Winter 2022 Metropolitan Restaurant Week from Monday, January 17 through Sunday, January 23.

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The Wharf Announces a Preliminary Line-up of Businesses Opening in Phase 2

calendar icon Jan. 12, 2022

Following more than a decade of planning and development, and four years of operation, The Wharf will be substantially completed by October 12, 2022—five years from the date The Wharf opened its first phase. The much-anticipated preliminary line-up of retail businesses and restaurants joining The Wharf include Philippe Chow, Lucky Buns, Bartaco, and more. 

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Pendry Washington D.C. – The Wharf Appoints Pascal Forotti As General Manager

calendar icon Jan. 5, 2022

Pendry Hotels & Resorts recently announced the appointment of Pascal Forotti as general manager of Pendry Washington D.C. – The Wharf, scheduled to open Fall 2022. Forotti joins the Pendry Hotels & Resorts family with more than 25 years of luxury hospitality experience having worked globally from the United States to Costa Rica, England, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, and Canada.

In his new role as General Manager, Forotti will oversee all aspects of hotel operations at Pendry's newest hotel, which features 131 guestrooms, including 34 suites, three signature dining and bar concepts, including a rooftop lounge with panoramic views, a state-of-the-art Spa Pendry, and 5,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space.

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Celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve at The Wharf

calendar icon Dec. 16, 2021

Pop the bubbly! The restaurants at The Wharf have exciting holiday happenings planned for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Many of our restaurants are celebrating the holidays with special Christmas tasting menus for the whole family and New Year’s Eve parties with champagne toasts and DJs. Check out the full list of holiday happenings and join us:

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The Wharf and The Washington Capitals Announce Capitals at The Wharf Winter Programming

calendar icon Dec. 6, 2021

The Wharf and the Washington Capitals have teamed up to present Capitals at The Wharf, a Capitals-themed setting located at The Wharf. Through February, stop by the firepit in District Square and The Wharf Ice Rink to enjoy Capitals-themed décor. 

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Water Taxi & Wharf Jitney

Introducing one of the best ways to view the city and the easiest mode of transportation to get to destinations on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers: our new water taxi. And if you just want to get across the Washington Channel, catch our jitney to East Potomac Park for a round of golf or a leisurely stroll.

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Commercial Leasing

The District’s most noteworthy companies and retailers are setting down roots at The Wharf. Among the best commercial real estate in DC, our trophy spaces and prime retail locations provide prominent visibility and an attractive location with sweeping vistas and a lively after-work dining and entertainment scene.

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