Georgetown Standby Wingo’s Vows to Rebuild After Fire | Eater DC

"A nearly 20-year-old, two-story carryout that bathes its coveted chicken wings in two dozen sauces and even invites customers to toss beaded necklaces into a neighboring tree says it fully intends to come back after a two-alarm blaze that took several hours to bring under control. Management wrote on social media, “Unfortunately, we must close for now, but we are working to re-open as soon as possible!” The accidental fire started in the kitchen and spread throughout the collegiate favorite on June 26, causing significant damage. Management did not provide a specific timetable or say whether rebuilding will affect plans for a second Glover Park location, but assured supporters, “We promise to come back stronger than ever before!” Meanwhile, a former Wingo’s employee is fundraising online with a $25,000 goal to support the roughly two dozen staff affected by the temporary closure." - Warren Rojas