D.C.’s 38 Best Restaurants | Eater DC
"Perry’s has long been an under-the-radar reliable spot for sushi, and with Eater’s 2023 Chef of the Year (and 2024 James Beard Award winner for Emerging Chef of the Year) Masako Morishita at the helm, the revitalized Adams Morgan restaurant is generating lots of attention for her flavorful Japanese creations. Standout starters include a Japanese take on ceviche with shrimp, scallops, octopus, and fish eggs; crispy kaarage fried chicken; and garlic edamame dumplings hidden under a snowy blanket of parmesan. The sleek, wood-framed restaurant with a strong sake collection continues to host one of D.C.’s best drag brunches on Sundays, with plenty of playful cocktails like the Not an Espresso Martini made with cacao nib tea. Morishita introduced Japanese breakfast service on select Saturdays as well; both the drag brunch and breakfast service require reservations on Resy. Must-try dish: The shrimp katsu burger ($19) is a truly unique dish, combining a deep fried shrimp patty with cheddar cheese and togarashi tartar. Catch happy hour at the bar (from 4 to 7 p.m. daily) to get the stellar sandwich for only $12." - Tierney Plumb
