Solaire Social has announced a lineup of events and bar deals, including game-day specials for soccer enthusiasts.
This week, the downtown Silver Spring food hall will show soccer matches in its large bar area, featuring Euro 2024 and Copa America game day specials and $5 draft pints.
Euro 2024 matches will be shown on Solaire Social’s TVs at 9 a.m., the bar will open at 11 a.m., and Copa America games will be on from 6 to 11 p.m. Daily happy hour specials, from 4 to 7 p.m. on weekdays and late night from 9 to 11 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, including $5 beer, $7 wine, and $9 classic cocktails.
Solaire Social will also host an all-day pre-Independence Day happy hour from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today.
Additionally, classic martinis are $10 on Martini Mondays; $8 margaritas and $7 tequila shots are available on Tequila Tuesdays, and $8 glasses of select wines are offered on Wine Wednesdays. Weekend brunch at Solaire Social features classic mimosas at $5 on Saturday and Sunday, with local favorite DJ Big Vic playing music from noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays.
The 13,000-square-foot Solaire Social, the first of two food halls announced for downtown Silver Spring, opened last May on the ground floor of the 27-story, 403-unit Solaire 8200 Dixon apartment building.
Featuring a 40-seat bar, an entertainment stage, and a selection of food vendors “representing the diverse culinary fabric of Silver Spring,” ranging from fried chicken to sushi, Thai, Indian, and Brazilian cuisine, as well as a butcher and deli and an African-inspired ice cream shop, all curated by chef and restaurateur Akhtar Nawab of Brooklyn, N.Y.-based Hospitality HQ:
Just Chicken: Co-founders, childhood friends, and Chief Tender Lovers, D’Andre and Mike, found their passion in the food and hospitality industry. With Just Chicken, the fellas wanted something that would be easy to cook up and fun to make without sacrificing quality or flavor. That’s when Just Chicken was born.
Kabab 2 Go: A family-owned and operated restaurant from Charlotte, NC. After immigrating from Lebanon and living more than a decade in the “queen city” they decided to bring their expertise in snacks shops and the restaurant business to the United States. The food is seasoned and prepared with the best imported spices coming straight from Lebanon and freshly made daily.
Kati Roll Wala: Pankaj Kumar, founder of Kati Roll Wala, devised the concept while he was working from home and his kids were in home school. He wanted to eat quick and easy foods with protein, and made Kati Rolls, which are Indian flatbread wraps. Wala Bowls are full of veggies with a protein on a bed of basmati rice or salad. The kids loved it, and Kati Roll and Wala Bowls became Kati Roll Wala.
Pau & Sophia’s Thai Kitchen: Making their debut is this new Thai restaurant that gives diners the opportunity to try a variety of Northern and Southern Thai specialties.
Shuga x Ice: A unique, African-inspired ice cream company, brought to life by the passion and vision of its founder, Ndidiamaka Agu. After experiencing a turning point in her life, Ndidi decided to make her dream of creating an ice cream business a reality. Their ice cream is a celebration of the rich, diverse flavors of Africa, bringing a unique dessert experience to the Solaire Social Food Hall.
SOKO and SOKO Oysters: In addition to operating the venue’s oyster bar, SOKO Oysters, chef Brad Feickert operates the second location of this local favorite Takoma Park butcher shop and deli. Soko showcases locally sourced meats and has a commitment to sourcing from sustainable farms.
Fire Pit Brazilian Barbecue: Fire Pit is created, managed, and operated by a family of Southern Brazilians who keep their culture and traditions alive by offering a full experience of Gaúcho-Brazilian Barbecue at an affordable price with a quick service concept. Fire Pit was featured in a recent episode of Signature Dish.
Manna Sushi: Ciin Deih Lun specializes in sushi preparation under the Hissho brand. He also collaborates with ACE Sushi Company, and his experience spans aspects of sushi making from traditional to innovative.
Solaire Social’s hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Parking is available at the Bonifant-Dixon Garage.
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