Abuare – Japanese
Abuare invites diners into a vibrant space where the air is thick with the warm, earthy scent of toasted spices and simmering legumes. Golden, crispy lentil sambusas provide a savory crunch before guests dive into sprawling, colorful platters that range from nourishing vegan spreads to hearty, slow-cooked meat delicacies. This is a destination where communal dining is elevated to an art form, encouraging friends to gather over shared trays that celebrate bold flavors and traditional hospitality.
1524, U Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20009-3955 +12025064070 https://abuarerestaurantandbarwashington.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, gluten-free, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday - Saturday
- 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Lentil Sambusa - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Main Courses
- Vegan Platter - $21.99: Chickpea stew, spicy split red lentil, yellow split pea stew, cabbage, collard green, salad, and beats. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Deluxe Combo with Meat Dish - $31.99: Chickpeas, lentils, cabbage/carrot, beets, yellow split peas, and salad. Includes ribeye tibs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb