Andy Warhol’s favorite theme eatery opens in Georgetown

Rumors surrounding the prime corner location at Wisconsin & M Streets in Georgetown started the moment the site’s old tavern went defunct.  As the neighborhood waited to see what would fill the space, the ‘powers that be’ were working rather… serendipitously.


Signing a lease just hours ago, locals Rodrigo Garcia and Britt Swan already anticipate preparations to bring the New York brand, Serendipity 3, to Washington.  The novelty restaurant, made famous by Stephen Bruce for its footlong hotdogs, kitschy gifts – and the desserts! – could open as soon as late Spring.

“Bringing this brand to DC was truly Serendipity,” Garcia said.  ”We’ve got a great location on probably the most visited corner of the city, a unique concept that doesn’t yet exist in Georgetown, and the city seems to have a bit of a sweet tooth.”

With many familiar with its locations in New York and Las Vegas – as well as its namesake movie – Serendipity’s popularity could be the homerun needed to revive what was once the neighborhood’s favorite meeting place on the corner.

“Everyone talks about the signature Frrrozen Hot Chocolate,” said Garcia.  ”But there is a lot on the menu you won’t find anywhere else.”  He suggests trying the macaroni and cheese pizza, but agrees that at Serendipity, sometimes the main course is just an excuse to get to the dessert.

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