NaRa-Ya

Waterfront and monument views from the sleek dining room at this sushi spot can only be beat by Nara-Ya’s menu, which features Japanese cuisine and whiskey. The menu is centered on both modern and classic dishes. Take for instance the umami-laden tofu and shitake mushroom steak, marinated in a lemongrass miso glaze, or the colorful vegetable futomaki, a mosaic-style sushi roll made with seasonal vegetables. Sake and Japanese whiskey tastings are also popular thanks to a versatile and extensive list.

The gist: Meet your sushi date over at The Wharf. The sleek, waterside digs have already become a mainstay and are only beat by Nara-Ya’s menu, which features Japanese cuisine and whiskey.
The food: The menu is centered on modern and classic dishes from Japanese cuisine. Take for instance the umami-laden tofu and shitake mushroom steak, marinated in a lemongrass miso glaze, or the colorful vegetable futomaki, a mosaic-style sushi roll made with seasonal vegetables. Sake and Japanese whiskey tastings are also popular thanks to a versatile and extensive list.