The Salt Line Opens June 1, Focuses on Local & New England Beers

Portions of the below from a press release.

The Salt Line (79 Potomac Avenue SE), a New England inspired “oyster and ale house” opens this Thursday, June 1 in the shadow of Nationals Park’s home plate gate. Executive Chef Kyle Bailey (formerly of Birch & Barley and the Executive Chef of the Long Shot Hospitality Group, which also includes Sixth Engine), will be at the helm in the kitchen.

The beer menu strikes a balance between beers from local and New England breweries. A trip to the bar on Saturday night as part of the soft open revealed 24 draft lines devoted to beer. The press release notes, “The beer selection emphasizes New England breweries like Oxbow Brewing Company, Allagash Brewing Company, and Smuttynose Brewing Company, as well as local offerings from Right Proper Brewing Company, Ocelot Brewing Company, 3 Stars Brewing Company, Charm City Meadworks, among others.”

The Salt Line focuses on New England dishes like lobster rolls and clam while also providing more refined and