• Congress avoided the anticipated government shutdown, which means no shutdown-related restaurant specials. But a handful of places have great deals on a regular basis, including Atlas Brew Works, where you can get two slices of pizza and a pint of beer for $11. [Axios]
  • It’s no easy feat for a restaurant to remain open for 50 years. Check out these 20 D.C. spots that have been open since 1970, including the Raven, A. Litteri, and Martin’s Tavern. [Eater]