231 2nd Street, NW
Thanks to G. for sending the good news.
sushi
1503 17th Street, NW
The liquor license placard says: “Request for a Change of Hours to expand operating days and hours. (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. (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. (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: (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.
2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
The liquor license placard for Onkei says:
“The Establishment will be a Restaurant serving Japanese foods and sushi. (more…)
1326 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Nathalie for sending: “new restaurant coming to old banh Thai spot on 14th”.
Looks like it’s coming to the second floor in the old Baan Thai/Tsunami Lounge space above Ammathar Thai Cuisine (formerly Thai Thanic.) Last we heard (more…)
1376 Park Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Shanghai Toykyo [opened in 2015] have been off the delivery apps for a few days and not answering their phone. No note on the door but the restaurant is dark and doors locked. (more…)
at 2800 10th Street NE courtesy Block Sushi
From an email:
“We’re Block Sushi, a brand new sushi & poke restaurant in Brookland, located right in Tastemakers! Our grand opening is today and we’d really love to spread the word about our little mom and pop spot. We’re running a grand opening special with $5 off to celebrate. We open at 11, and close at 7pm from Tuesday-Sunday!”
Check out their menu here.