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Washington, DC

Expanding with a new brewpub in DC’s Eckington neighborhood.

• New Location: Right Proper Brewing is opening a third location in Eckington, DC.
• Community Focus: The new brewpub will serve as a neighborhood gathering place and pilot brewing facility.
• Prime Location: Situated in a vibrant mixed-use area, the location aligns with active urban residents.
• Unique Offerings: Features include a 5-barrel brewhouse, full kitchen, and bar program with house-brewed beers.
• Sustainable Growth: The company emphasizes long-term sustainability and neighborhood engagement.

Right Proper Brewing is expanding with the development of a third location in the Eckington neighborhood of Northeast DC. This new brewpub will serve as a neighborhood gathering place and a pilot brewing facility, producing small-batch, yeast-forward beers that highlight the company’s distinctive fermentation style. The space will include a 5-barrel brewhouse, a full kitchen offering pub fare, and a bar program featuring house-brewed beers, cocktails, and wine on tap. The design emphasizes flexibility, with garage doors opening to outdoor seating along Quincy Lane, supporting community events.

The Eckington Yards development provides a prime location for this new endeavor, situated within a vibrant mixed-use area. The brewery will be directly across from the Bouldering Project and near the Metropolitan Branch Trail, aligning with active urban residents and local professionals. As the only full-service restaurant in the immediate area, the Eckington location will fill a significant gap in the local market while reinforcing Right Proper’s role as a community amenity. Founded by Thor and Leah Cheston, Right Proper Brewing has cultivated a loyal following through its combination of soulful, balanced beers and approachable hospitality, maintaining a focus on long-term sustainability and neighborhood engagement.

Company Info

Right Proper Brewing is a Washington, DC-based craft brewery and restaurant group focused on community-driven beer and hospitality.

Right Proper Brewing is a craft brewery and restaurant group based in Washington, DC, known for its community-driven approach to beer, food, and hospitality. Founded by Thor and Leah Cheston in 2013, the company began with a brewpub next to the historic Howard Theatre in Shaw, offering fresh, balanced beers brewed on-site alongside affordable, scratch-made food. The brand expanded to Brookland in 2015 with a production brewery and taproom, becoming the heart of its beer distribution network across DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware.

The company is preparing to open a third location in the Eckington neighborhood in 2025, featuring a pilot brewery and a full kitchen. Positioned along the Metropolitan Branch Trail and near community amenities, the Eckington site aims to continue the brand’s tradition of becoming a neighborhood fixture. Right Proper Brewing emphasizes authenticity, inclusivity, and a genuine connection to the communities it serves, maintaining its identity rooted in DC’s local culture.