Award-winning

Tonari

4.6

312 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

Tonari is our Wafu Italian restaurant. WAFU means Japanese-style, so our menu is a Japanese take on Italian food. It originated in Japan through the love that the Japanese had for Italian food but wanted to incorporate some of their cultural flavors and ingredients to them. We at Daikaya Group and chef & owner, Katsuya Fukushima, are bringing this experience to you here in DC.

Looking for some fun Japanese antipasti bites, one of a kind pasta dishes, or pizza that you won't find anywhere else in the city? Then come join us for dinner, we look forward to having you soon.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Japanese, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 289-8900
Website
https://www.tonaridc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Katsuya Fukushima
Private party facilities
Private events for larger party available.

Location
707 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Penn Quarter
Cross Street
6th & G St
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Gallery Place/Chinatown
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Popular dishes

Cheese Plate BentoUS$22.00
Chef's selection of cheeses, fruit compote, warm pizza bread
Little CaesarUS$15.00
local mesclun mix, granny smith apple, marcona almonds, manchego, Caesar vinaigrette
BurrataUS$16.00
orange dressing, citrus segments, Sichuan-chili oil, side of warm pizza bread
BroccoliniUS$12.00
grilled, soy marinated, bonito flakes, tama arare, agrodolce, chili threads
InarizushiUS$12.00
Cetaran anchovy, Matiz Boqueron, seasoned tofu pockets, steamed koshihikari rice
Roasted CarrotUS$14.00
anchovy butter, garlic oil, labne, capers, yuzu, bread crumbs
PolpetteUS$14.50
pork & beef meatballs, tomato sauce, bread crumbs, parsley, Parmesan (5 pcs)

Pizza

Unagi
kabayaki eel, green peppercorns, brick cheese, dill labne - $14 (half) / $26 (whole)
The Japanese Philly
shaved prime rib braised in soy & mirin, brick cheese, provolone, cheese whiz, red onion, ichimi - $14 (half) / $26 (whole)
Chicken & Shishito
Fontina, brick cheese, red onion, sweet Italian chicken sausage, rakkyo, chili flakes - $14 (half) / $26 (whole)
Chef Katsuya's Original Mentaiko & Corn
corn sauce, kewpie-mentaiko cream, brick cheese, chives - $13 (half) / $25 (whole)
Mushroom
brick cheese, shiitake, Pecorino, radicchio, mushroom besciamella, yuzu kosho, maple syrup, ichimi - $13 (half) / $25 (whole)

Pasta

Mel's RaguUS$30.00
Niman Ranch beef short rib, parpadelle, woodear mushroom, dandelion greens, creme fraiche, Pecorino
Red Sauce US$25.00
Marcella Hazan's famous tomato sauce, spaghetti, butter, basil, onion, whipped ricotta, Pecorino, Parmesan
MentaikoUS$22.00
tagliolini, cod roe, butter, chili threads, tsuyu, lemon, shiso, shredded nori
Miso ClamUS$28.00
tagliatelle, clams, miso, garlic, butter, oregano, lemon, white wine, chili flakes, olive oil, bread crumbs

What 312 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

District of Columbia
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tonari offers an enchanting fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisines. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "super fun ambience," with highlights including the mentaiko pasta and inventive cocktails. Though some found the menu limited, the overall dining experience is "delightful," with "exceptional" service and a unique Japanese-style seating area.

312 Reviews

M
Madison
West Virginia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was phenomenal it was quick and efficient. All our servers were extremely nice and so kind and answered all our questions. The food was 10/10 out of this world all 3 of the items that we ordered were spot on with flavor. I will definitely be coming back soon to get some more items but overall fantastic place to have dinner.
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Brooke
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tonari is a great spot for innovative flavors served via the best comfort foods: pizza and ramen. Make a reservation for days with events at nearby Capitol One Arena because this is a popular spot for both food and drinks. Check out the cute crochet foods for sale on the bookcase next to the bar as a keepsake from an amazing meal experience.
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Eric
Dallas
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I’ve had their pizza, pasta, and some apps. Everything was awesome.
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Michelle
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Get the pesto ramen and stop in during the weekend for the shaved ice (kids should share 1 order).
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Charles
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Unagi pizza was too much but the rest was great - meatball bao and barrata
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The second level has the best vibes. Really like the art in the middle the room.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
100% recommend the Japanese Philly pizza or the unagi pizza. The Korean garlic bread and Mentaiko noodles are also a must here.
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Barbara
Washington DC
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on 8 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A small entrance hidden by street seating, making Tonari a little hard to find, it was well worth the effort! The staff was exceptional, accommodating our time constraints as we were going to a performance at Harman Hall, and graciously handling all of our requests. Dishes were unique and terrific - Korean Garlic Bread, WAFU Arancini with a delicious red sauce and the special Hot Honey Pepperoni pizza. The Ginger Rita cocktail was an excellent. Would definitely return to try other dishes. Perfect spot for pre-theatre (or pre-game at Capitol Arena) dining.
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Jefferson
San Francisco
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Hostess was incredibly rude. How is she the first person patrons meet?
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dilip
Philadelphia
160 reviews
3.0
160 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Excellent drinks, very hospitable servers but understaffed on a Saturday evening. The pizza was disappointingly rich and doughy. Lastly, the bench seating was terribly uncomfortable- they need to be replaced with flat seating or some cushioning!
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FAQs

Tonari offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 289-8900.

Tonari is rated 4.6 stars by 312 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

707 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
6th & G St
Area
Penn Quarter
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Japanese, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Gallery Place/Chinatown
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Katsuya Fukushima
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.tonaridc.com/
Phone number
(202) 289-8900
Private party facilities
Private events for larger party available.

Tonari

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Mushroom

Mentaiko

Burrata

Antipasti

Cheese Plate BentoUS$22.00

Little CaesarUS$15.00

BurrataUS$16.00

BroccoliniUS$12.00

InarizushiUS$12.00

Roasted CarrotUS$14.00

PolpetteUS$14.50

Pizza

Unagi

The Japanese Philly

Chicken & Shishito

Chef Katsuya's Original Mentaiko & Corn

Mushroom

Pasta

Mel's RaguUS$30.00

Red Sauce US$25.00

MentaikoUS$22.00

Miso ClamUS$28.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Tonari offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Tonari restaurant rated?

Is Tonari currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

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Dining areas

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