WCP Y&H: "The Washington Firehouse Restaurant Is Finally Open"

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The Washington Firehouse Restaurant Is Finally Open

Posted by Jamie Slater on Oct. 31, 2014 at 10:25 am

                 

Aside from the fire pole in the middle of the restaurant and photos of fire engines adorning the walls, you might not be able to tell from the inside that the Washington Firehouse Restaurant was, in fact, once a functioning fire station.

“We don’t want to be super cheesy,” says Catering and Events ManagerJessica Henderson. “But it was a firehouse, so we really just want to keep that authentic, rustic feel.”

The Old Engine Company 12 firehouse, established in 1897, ceased operation in 1992 and was out of commission until the restaurant purchased the building three years ago. Since then, the team—led by the owners of Shaw’s Tavern—have worked to renovate the building, enduring multiple hurdles and setbacks that delayed the opening several months until Oct. 17.

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The Firehouse Restaurant will be open exclusively for dinner during the week, as well as for happy hour from 4-6 p.m. with $5 rail drinks and house wine and $3 off draft beers and pizzas.