Japanese restaurant coming to former Zuki Moon space in Del Ray

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Published May 14, 2025 at 1:45PM

Japanese restaurant Pak Soii Izakaya & Bar is coming to 1909 Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray (staff photo by James Cullum)

A new Japanese restaurant is opening on Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray.

Pak Soii Izakaya and Bar has posted signs in the window that they’ll be coming soon to 1909 Mount Vernon Avenue in the former Zuki Moon space. They’re also looking to hire a sushi chef, sushi helper, line cook, dishwasher, and servers.

The restaurant is owned by Supattra Pummora and Nat Chainam, the owners of Gin Ramen & Asian Tapas in the city’s Carlyle neighborhood, and Tsunami in Frederick, Maryland.

According to the new restaurant’s Facebook page:

Inspired by the simple joy of “Pak Soii” — where great food, laughter, and a warm atmosphere are always waiting. At Pak Soii, Asian street flavors meet Japanese soul. Welcome to your new favorite Izakaya & Bar.

ALXnow has reached out to the company for more on the opening.

Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His reportage includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He has also covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.