Tori: Chicken 鳥
Sumi: Charcoal 炭
Tori Sumi Yakitori is a Japanese popup concept dedicated to introducing American diners to the craft of grilled chicken on a stick. We strive to showcase whole animal butchery in a fun, approachable environment with the goal of eventually opening a full service restaurant showcasing izakaya cuisine.
Common throughout Japan, yakitori is traditionally skewered chicken pieces that are carefully roasted over a extremely hot charcoal called binchotan (備長炭). Like most of the world’s best cuisines, yakitori has evolved from a humble street food into a Michelin starred fine dining experience elevating the craft of roasting chicken to an artform.
Catch Blake and his team slinging skewers at pop-ups across the DMV area.
Tori Sumi is also offering private in-home catering showcasing seasonal ingredients and a traditional yakitori tasting menu experience.
DC Pop Up Series
Come find Blake and his team slinging skewers Around the DMV
Follow on Instagram for latest updates and locations!!
Previous series have been at
Toki Underground
Lost & Found
3 Stars Brewery
Midlands Beer Garden
Stay tuned for the next one!!
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Noodles
Koji
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Washington, DC