HIRAYA

1248-1250 H Street NE 

Chef Paolo Dungca has opened a permanent location for his restaurant, Hiraya, on H Street. Chef Dungca has partnered with father-son duo, Juan and Jeremy Canalas, for this new project. The 4,700 square-foot, two-story concept offers separate menus on each floor, with the entry floor resembling a cafè, and the upstairs level resembling more of an upscale dining fixture with a la carte menu options. The entry cafè level has opened first, and will be followed by the upstairs level later this year. Hiraya pays homage to the Phillipines, where Chef Dungca is from. For more information, visit their website here. Listen to Chef Dungca talk about Hiraya on Foodie and The Beast here.

Photo from Hiraya Instagram