Washington DC sports bars gain a fresh contender with Upstate FTW at Sports & Social on U Street. Launched in September 2025, this spot fuses Upstate New York eats with local hospitality, led by chef Scott Drewno.
Scott Drewno, Finger Lakes-raised and James Beard finalist for “Restaurateurs of the Year” in 2025, brings expertise from Wolfgang Puck’s The Source and co-founding CHIKO and Anju. His Fried Rice Collective earns acclaim for innovative cuisine.
Menu Highlights
Upstate FTW features spiedies, garbage plates with mac salad and chili, Zweigle’s hot dogs, chicken riggies, and French bread pizzas. Buffalo wings in DC shine here, brined and fried for 25 minutes with sauces like mild Buffalo. Details via Eater DC.
Sports Offerings
A 25-foot LED wall and HDTVs create immersive viewing for DC Commanders games. FanDuel Sportsbook enables in-person betting. Events like Boxing Fight Night on September 13, 2025, add excitement.
At 1314 U St NW, Upstate FTW offering patio seating and a crush bar. Open weekdays from 4 PM, weekends from noon. More info at Axios DC.
