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War Room Tavern Closes as Shapiro Focuses on New Venue

3/5/2026

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The War Room Tavern in Albany has closed as PR executive Todd Shapiro shifts his focus to the Greenhouse Social Club at La Serre.
Todd Shapiro invested over $1 million into the Greenhouse Social Club, a members-only venue at La Serre.
Shapiro said managing both establishments was overwhelming.
Shapiro expressed hope that a "political junkie" will buy the War Room to preserve its legacy.
There have already been several offers to continue the tavern's concept.

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The War Room Tavern in Albany has closed as PR executive Todd Shapiro shifts his focus to the Greenhouse Social Club at La Serre.
Todd Shapiro invested over $1 million into the Greenhouse Social Club, a members-only venue at La Serre.
Shapiro said managing both establishments was overwhelming.
Shapiro expressed hope that a "political junkie" will buy the War Room to preserve its legacy.
There have already been several offers to continue the tavern's concept.