Celebrate the 4th of July with Specials, Brunches, Viewing Spots and Stays
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Photo: Ice Cream Jubilee
By Susan Able
The 4th of July holiday is coming in hot with all the red, white and blue ways to celebrate our nation’s birthday. We’ve got a roundup of offerings to help you make the weekend special.
SPECIALS
DC’s woman-owned favorite ice cream maker introduces a new sundae, the “Red, White, and Blueberry.” This three-scoop sundae features a scoop of Strawberry Hibiscus sorbet, Bold Vanilla ice cream, and the ice cream maker’s famous Blueberry Pie ice cream with star-shaped sprinkles and sundae toppings. This specialty sundae will be available starting Friday, July 1, 2022 through July 10, 2022, but will also be available “off-menu” for early July 4th celebrants, starting June 28, 2022 at all Ice Cream Jubilee locations at the Navy Yard, Ballston Quarter and Logan Circle/U Street. Other new flavors coming in July are
Blueberry Pie – A super juicy, purple blueberry ice cream features chunks of freshly baked, butter pie crust – just like a homemade summer berry pie.
Lemon Muffintop - Lemon and poppyseed ice cream inspired by the crunchy top of a lemon poppyseed muffin with a sprinkle of demerara sugar.
Strawberry Hibiscus (vegan sorbet) - Berry red sorbet that tastes intensely of strawberries with a hint of hibiscus for a floral twist.
Whiskey Toasted Marshmallow - Smokey flavored marshmallow cream lightly spiked with Canadian whiskey tastes like a grown-up s'mores.
Buttered Toast & Marmalade - Inspired by English high tea and marmalade-loving Paddington bear, eat breakfast ice cream on a cone with Ice Cream Jubilee’s new flavor.
Seylou Bakery
Famous whole grain bakery, Seylou, is doing a special run of unique organic, whole grain, sourdough buns for your 4th of July celebrations. They have a rich whole wheat buttery flavor and a soft pillow like texture. Great as a classic hamburger bun. Or consider using for your chicken, crab cake or other sandwiches. Pre-order here. Also consider an order of beautiful Strawberry Vanilla Creme Danish for a on-theme treat.
Photo of the Hot Chicken Sando at YELLOW on July 3.
YELLOWBird Collab on July 3
YELLOW x Daybird L.A. will host a special brunch/lunch on July 3 at 11 am when Top Chef winner Mei Lin is returns to YELLOW. The L.A.-based chef and owner of popular sandwich shop Daybird will collab with Chef Michael Rafidi once again on a Szechuan Hot Chicken Sando, available starting at 11 am till sold out. Plus, we'll have Daybird's Hong Kong Milk Tea and YELLOW’s own special Damask Rose Milk Tea available. Full menu here. At the Navy Yard.
The Lane DC
Families looking for fun? The Lane DC has a lot of fun things to keep your children entertained on their 2,100 sq ft roof deck and 1,800 sq ft patio. Celebrate the 4th at The Lane with your family with a RED, WHITE, AND BOGO special for access to their bounce house. Buy one ticket, get one free open play. Book an open play on 7/4 and bring a friend for free OR get a double play (4 hours of fun)! Book here to reserve a time and to get your free guest.
Jenn’s Homemade
Jenn’s Homemade is Chef Jenn Crovato’s signature line of fresh freezer-to-oven entrees and ready-to-eat meals. Jenn’s Homemade is perfect for this weekend’s gatherings; you can mix and match with a la carte offerings or get one of her holiday themed bundles like the All-American Backyard BBQ Package. Perfect for picnicking and al fresco dining, the ready-to-eat meal includes Pulled BBQ Chicken, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Grilled Corn Salad, and Strawberry Shortcake [$28 per person.] Place orders online here and pick up at 1310 Kitchen and Bar in Georgetown.
Photo: Bayou Bakery
Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery
Arlington’s Bayou Bakery will have on hand Mini Patriotic Pies made of strawberries and blueberries. Or pick up some Star-Shaped Sugar Cookies with red, white and blue icing. Or make your life easy and tasty with sides, including: Watermelon & Feta Salad, Creole Mustard Slaw, Egg Salad, Potato Salad, and J. Baker Pimiento Cheese. Available by the pint or quart. Stay hydrated with the White Sangria featuring blueberries and strawberries. Fourth of July Items will be available as supplies last from Saturday, July 2 – Monday, July 4.
Lebanese Taverna
Lebanese Taverna is bringing back their beach box packages to take the hassle out of feeding the beach week crowd. Out of their Market location, the Lebanese Taverna crew works with guests to build a menu for beach week, prepping lunches, dinners, snacks and drinks for parties of four to 40. Guests can even bring their coolers right to the restaurant to have it packed and ready to hit the road. Guests can contact Lebanese Taverna here to start building the perfect vacation menu.
Cake Star Pops at Sticky Fingers. Photo courtesy of Stacey Windsor, Know PR
Sticky Fingers Bakery
Sticky Fingers' newest star cake pops are the perfect addition to any Independence Day celebration. The 100% vegan pops come in red, white and blue and can be picked up at their Park Road or H Street locations, as well as ordered for delivery nationwide here.
VIEWS
The rooftop awaits you for July 4th with L’Ardente. Photo: Capitol Crossing D
L’Ardente
It’s L’Ardente’s first Fourth of July, and the Italian restaurant in downtown D.C.’s new Capitol Crossing development will two ways to celebrate! First choice: An exclusive dining experience by Chef David Deshaies and team. Think a luxurious three-course dinner with chilled lobster and cantaloupe salad, stuffed soft-shell crab with summer corn, and poached halibut with ravioli. Each course will be accompanied by wine pairings.
Following dinner, guests will be escorted to Capitol Crossing’s rooftop conservatory for a fireworks viewing party complete with wines, bubbles and a Chandon Garden Spritz cart, plus nine different types of dessert bites from L’Ardente’s pastry chef Manabu Inoue. The glass-enclosed and air-conditioned space offers unobstructed views of the Capitol and fireworks from 13 stories above the city. A lounge on the open-air terrace offers additional views of the city skyline, weather permitting.
For those who already have their dinner plans covered, there’s an option to purchase tickets for the viewing party only. These tickets would also include wines, bubbles and dessert.
Tickets cost $200 for the dinner, drinks and rooftop viewing party, not including tax and service charges. For those who just want to attend the viewing party, tickets can be purchased for $90, not including tax and service charges. Dinner begins at 6 p.m., and the viewing party kicks off at 8:30, with everything wrapping up at 10:30 p.m.
Tickets are available via Resy. Find the full dinner and party tickets here, and the tickets for the viewing party here.
Tiki TNT
Perfect rooftop views of DC’s Wharf, the Potomac, and the National Fireworks Show await you at Tiki TNT. The Fourth of July Viewing Party starts at 7:00PM on Monday, July 4, 2021. Each Tiki Ticket [$125 per person for Rooftop Table Seating or $100 per person for Main Deck Outdoor Seating] includes a welcome cocktail and the choice of a Burger, Footlong Chili Dog, BBQ Pork Sandwich, or Eggplant Burger. All mains are served with the choice of a Green Salad or Mac Salad and a Rum Cheesecake for dessert. Bookings on Resy - includes guaranteed seating, dinner and 2 drinks.
Officina at The Wharf
On the Wharf you’ll have another perfect viewing spot at Officina for the Fourth of July Fireworks. Join Officina team on the rooftop for one of the most stunning views of the fireworks that DC has to offer. Reservation includes a personal firepit for you and 5 of your friends. All drinks and food will be applied towards the prepaid deposit. Reservations are available for groups of 6, the deposit to hold your table is $60/per person. Reserve here.
Photo courtesy of The Watergate Hotel.
The Top of the Gate at the Watergate Hotel
Feeling like a very special celebration? Fourth of July celebrations are back at the Watergate Hotel, known for some of the best views of the city, Top of the Gate, The Watergate's rooftop bar and lounge has 360-degree views of the Washington Monument, Potomac River, Key and Arlington bridges, Kennedy Center and the DC skyline. The rooftop bar will be hosting a Fireworks Party on the roof, complete with a live marching band to play the national anthem alongside the fireworks. Tickets include: entrance to The Top of the Gate, reserved seating, signature gourmet passed bites, bottle service and more.
From 6 PM to 12 AM on July 4, General Admission Ticket: $425 per person,VIP Premium Ticket: $595 per person. Tickets available for purchase HERE.
Brunch at Boundary Stone, photo Boundary Stone.
BRUNCH
Boundary Stone
Bloomingdale’s favorite bar is having brunch on July 4th. Cue the fireworks, they will be open for brunch on Monday, July 4 from 11AM-3PM. Celebrate the holiday with some of Chef David's finest brunch items, such as:
Spinach and Goat Cheese Quiche, Honey Hot Chicken Benny, and PBELT, a crispy pork belly sandwich with lettuce, fried egg, pickled green tomato and cilantro mayo. The best part? Dine at the bar and enjoy two complimentary mimosas! 🥂 Make a reservation here.
1310 Kitchen & Bar
Located in Georgetown at the Georgetown Inn, Chef Jenn Crovato is the talent behind 1310 Kitchen & Bar, which offers a spectacular locally sourced brunch, and will be open on July 4th! Reservations here, and note that vegans and children will be well accomodated. Reservations here.
All-Purpose Riverfront
All-Purpose Riverfront is open on Monday, July 4 for brunch – with bottomless cocktails! Better yet, their Capitol Riverfront location will open an hour early on Monday to accommodate the Nats vs. Marlins first pitch. Grab a table and join the All-Purpose team for an extra day of brunch-ing. Reserve your table here. All-Purpose Shaw will have its own brunch on offer on Saturday & Sunday. Chef Mike Friedman & the team have added new dishes to the brunch menu, including: Strawberries & Cream (baked focaccia, whipped marscapone, lemon, fresh strawberries), Baked Eggs Caprese (Italian farm egg soufflé, heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, focaccia) and Crispy Eggplant Hero (fried eggplant, tomato sauce, provolone, parm, garlic, basil, on a sesame seed bun.) Reservations here for Shaw.
The lobby at Yours Truly DC. Photo: Yours Truly DC.
STAYCATION IDEA
Yours Truly DC
A weekend staycation? Yours Truly is one of DC’s newest hotel experiences in DC’s West End. An ideal destination for the whole family is dog-friendly. Amenities also include: Indoor and outdoor dining at Mercy Me, a South American–inspired restaurant and bar + popular deli Call Your Mother. Groom Guy, a premium personal care brand with hairdressing services and El Donut Shoppe, a vinyl boutique offering a curated collection of previously owned vinyl & CDs. The hotel is just one mile away from The White House and two miles from The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, you can easily to the mall to see the fireworks!
Make it stand out
Susan Able is the publisher and editor of Edible DC. You can follow her @susieqable on Instagram and find her stories and interviews on www.edibledc.com
