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Hi, I'm doing some research into the restaurant business in DC and I'd like to know the insiders' viewpoint on which restaurants are the best managed in DC (including Arlington and Montgomery counties as well). Specifically: - Not a fine dining concept - Independent, not a franchise - It's not a requirement for the food to be fantastic/award-winning - but the customers do have to be numerous and happy. - Ideally: fantastic management, happy workers, great P&L, professional execution on as many things as possible. Thanks! Aaron

I am seeking an owner/operator/partner for a gastropub concept in the Petworth neighborhood of NW DC. I am purchasing a large four-level house in a commercial zone a few blocks north of the Georgia Avenue/Petworth Metro station. The area around the Metro is a very promising area undergoing significant development. There is a large unmet demand for a neighborhood concept with a focus on quality food and service sufficient enough to draw customers from other parts of the city. Granville Moore's is a good model. My concept for this space is a gastropub with microbrews from the US and Europe, locally-sourced foods, small-batch spirits, house-made mixers, etc. I would also consider other, similar ideas such as wood-fired D.O.C. pizza, etc. The property is a four storey house with approximately 3500sf of space (including a very interesting attic and basement). This space will very easily accommodate more than 100 seats with additional sidewalk seating possibilities. The house retains a lot of its character. Interior demolition is largely complete with some important architectural features left intact. The Owner/Operator must have the following qualifications: a passion for high quality food and beverage, a passion for delivering a fantastic experience to customers, at least 5-10 years experience in all aspects of bar/restaurant management. Additionally, this person must have a high credit score (>700), must have a clean criminal history (for liquor license application), and must have or easily be able to raise a minimum of $100,000 in equity. I would contribute the following: free rent during buildout and license applications. Additional free rent in exchange for equity. Free general contracting during the buildout. Cosigning liquor applications. I would also be willing to collateralize the property to obtain an SBA 504 loan (the only possible source of leverage for new restaurants right now). I may also be able to invest additional cash in the business. If this is of interest to you AND you meet all of the qualifications, please be in touch. PLEASE - QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY. I have no other restaurant positions at this time. Thanks, Aaron Hirsch aaron(at)aaronhirsch(dot)com - replace with an "@" and a "." where appropriate.

Investor/developer with a wine bar concept and a location under negotiation is seeking an experienced GM from the bar business who is interested in taking a stake as well as a salary. This person should have significant experience in the setup and operation of a bar business. Responsibilities will include assisting with refining the concept, building the wine list, sourcing furnishings, fixtures, and equipment. The GM will take full responsibility for setting up administrative and management systems, training staff, opening the business and operating it. Requires earnest cash investment - enough to demonstrate a serious commitment – this is negotiable. Contact: Aaron Hirsch aaron(at)aaronhirsch.com 202-255-8313