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“First Look: Grand Hyatt Washington’s Oribu Brings Japanese-Mediterranean Dining to DC This June”

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering at 1000 H Street, NW

From an email:

“Grand Hyatt Washington is opening a new dining concept, Oribu, on June 26, 2026.

Named after the Japanese word for olive, a symbol of nourishment and quiet strength, Oribu draws inspiration from the historic trade routes connecting Asia to the Mediterranean, blending Japanese culinary precision with Mediterranean richness. The interior mirrors this cultural journey with a curving rattan chandelier that guides guests from a Japanese-inspired bar through vibrant interiors evoking the Mediterranean coastline.”

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“Akedo is finally open!”

By Prince Of Petworth


1100 15th Street, NW in the courtyard

Ed. Note: We first heard about their plans back in 2021!!

“A Feel Good Japanese Fast Casual.
EAT. DRINK. PLAY!
Snacks. Sandos. Skewers. Pizza. Soft Serve.
NOW OPEN #ĀKĒDODC”

“Dear PoPville,

Akedo is finally open! Similarly almost no online presence but they seem to be open 11:30 – late night.” (more…)

“Now Open: Perry’s Rooftop Bar”

By Prince Of Petworth


1811 Columbia Road, NW photo by Scott Suchman

From an email:

“Perry’s, the 30+ year-old Japanese comfort food and sushi restaurant located in Adam’s Morgan, has officially opened its scenic rooftop bar for the season. Now through the end of summer, guests can enjoy happy hour specials on the rooftop’s bar Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to 7pm, and Fridays and Saturdays from 4pm to 7pm. The rooftop will offer dinner service in the coming weeks, weather permitting. (more…)

Uchi, “the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim”, Opens May 12th Downtown!

By Prince Of Petworth


1700 M Street, NW

From a press release:

“Uchi, the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim, will open its much-anticipated DC location on May 12 at 1700 M St. NW, bringing its creative marrying of global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors and technique to the region’s diners for the first time.

Founded by Chef Tyson Cole, a rare American sushi master and James Beard Award winner for Best Chef Southwest, and operated by Austin’s Hai Hospitality, Uchi features an expansive menu of creative cool and hot dishes, sashimi, makimono, yakimono and tempura; an ever-changing omakase experience; and beloved happy hour, offering something for every palate. Renowned for its approachable, knowledgeable hospitality, Uchi turns every seat in the house into a memorable, one-on-one omakase-style experience.

Uchi DC will be led by (more…)

Kuro Listening Bar (next to Looking Glass Lounge) announces Grand Opening Date!! “No TVs. No hype. Just sound done right.”

By Prince Of Petworth


3632 Georgia Avenue, NW previously home to Mr. Braxton, Marrakech Moroccan Restaurant, Walters AND of course the BLUE BANANA

Boom:

“KURO LISTENING BAR — GRAND OPENING Saturday, May 16 · Doors at 2PM

Dim lights. Premium sound. Good company.

Kuro is DC’s newest listening experience: (more…)

“a new Tonkatsu lunch venue on Q Street”!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1624 Q Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

There is a new Tonkatsu lunch venue on Q st, inside Hank’s. A Yakitori chef, Blake, started a lunch Tonkatsu pop-up from Tue to Fri at Hank’s Oyster Bar when they are not open. I think we haven’t had the real Tonkatsu in Washington DC until last month; the Tonkatsu at Katsu Kyu is fried in lard, which makes the deep flavor. Their Tonkatsu (I tried Loin) is thick, unlike thin slices you usually find in restaurants. Cooking thick meat perfectly requires knowledge and experience. (more…)

Yo!! A Bit More on Kuro Listening Bar coming to Park View near Petworth Metro on Georgia by Looking Glass – “Vinyl Listening Bar” – Nice!!

By Prince Of Petworth

“Vinyl Listening Bar
Curated sound. Crafted cocktails.
Washington, DC”

SWEET!!

Last Monday, while out of town, we broke the news that KURO Listening Bar was coming to the former Mr. Braxton Bar & Kitchen space. I’ve since found their IG and sounds, pun intended, even better than I thought! (more…)

“Beloved Japanese-Italian restaurant, Daikaya Group’s Tonari, invites fans for one last meal before its final service on May 3”

By Prince Of Petworth

Screenshot

707 6th Street, NW

OK back to playing catch up from what I missed last week. This is a sad. And sadly more, well, sad ones to come…

From a press release:

“After five years, Tonari will close its doors on May 3, 2026, marking the end of a restaurant that brought a distinct and vibrant perspective to Washington’s dining scene.

Since opening in February 2020, Tonari introduced Washington to wafu-Italian cuisine, a style long established in Japan that blends Japanese ingredients and sensibilities with Italian forms. With Detroit-style pizzas made using flour from Japan and pastas produced in a ramen factory in Sapporo using Hokkaido flour, Tonari offered a level of craft and detail that set it apart. (more…)

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