524 8th Street, SE

Sad news from Nooshi Capitol Hill:

“It is with a heavy heart we announce Nooshi 8th will be closing permanently on September 11th, 2022. Over the last 10 years, Read More

1660 L Street, NW

Thanks to Jeremy for sharing the news about Sima Sushi.

Stay tuned for an opening date.

12th and E Street, NW

Thanks to Elle (I took a photo too) for sending: “Spotted at 12th/E St NW… becoming a Vietnamese spot! Not sure about the sushi part but I’ll take it! Maybe I’ll be tempted to go to the office more…”

54 Restaurant is coming to the former Cafe Philips space, which closed back in 2015. Updates when we get an opening date – we’ve been monitoring since November 2020 but the new awning is promising!!

In the proverbial poker game against the coming Wegmans, Giant would like to raise but they might be bluffing… Read More

231 2nd Street, NW

Thanks to G. for sending the good news.

1503 17th Street, NW

The liquor license placard says: “Request for a Change of Hours to expand operating days and hours. Read More

15th and L Street, NW photo by Donna “Soft opening…not to public yet, so great to see this.”

From a press release:

“SHOTO is slated to open its doors this week at the new Midtown Center development (1100 15th St NW) located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC.

SHOTO will serve a contemporary and sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese izakaya style of informal dining.

photo by Rey Lopez

After dominating the international scene in cities such as London, New York, Miami, Dubai, and Hong Kong, SHOTO will be the first of Arjun Waney’s many brands to be launching in Washington DC, and will be led by founder and managing martner Arman Naqi, who grew up in the area. Read More

2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

From an email:

“Japanese concept Onkei is officially open at Western Market. It joins the growing lineup of restaurants welcoming diners at the new Foggy Bottom food hall. Read More

1326 14th Street, NW

Thanks to Teaganne for the heads up: “A small PSA for those in the Logan Circle area: Takara 14 just opened and the sushi is SO GOOD. I ordered it last night and highly recommend giving it a try!”

via Takara 14

Check out their menu here.

Hours are listed as: Read More

2479 18th Street, NW

Last week we learned that Akira had been closed for a few weeks. Turns out they’re becoming a new called NISHIKI serving Ramen, Poke and probably sushi. Stay tuned for a menu and an opening date.