For many decades, hard liquor could be served in the District of Columbia only to patrons seated at tables. President John F. Kennedy signed legislation in May 1962 allowing liquor to be sold to patrons standing up. When no other restaurant/bar opened in the district, Davidson decided to enter the restaurant business.
For many years, hard liquor was only served in Washington D.C. to seated patrons. President John F. Kennedy signed legislation in May 1962 permitting standing customers to purchase alcohol. When no other restaurants opened in the city, Davidson decided to start a restaurant business.