Restaurants & Bars
State Suspends Restaurant's Alcohol License
It is following a series of disturbing events associated with the Purple Ethiopian Restaurant and Lounge, LLC on Columbia Pike.
Statement on Suspension of Purple Lounge’s Alcohol License
September 2, 2020 | News Release
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Following a series of disturbing events associated with the Purple Ethiopian Restaurant and Lounge, LLC on Columbia Pike, the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority issued an Order of Summary Suspension temporarily suspending its alcohol licenses effective September 1, 2020. Arlington County fully supports this action and will continue to work collaboratively with Virginia ABC throughout this process.
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The incident on Sunday morning (Aug. 30) at the Purple Lounge is the latest in a series of disturbances associated with the establishment. The County Manager is working with the County Board to explore all the options available to us within and around the property.
Arlington County is a safe place to live, work and play, and we are committed to addressing problems that present potential threats to our public health and safety.
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