Shodo, a new traditional sushi concept from Route 62 Hospitality (PakPao and El Bolero) is now open in the Design District at 1628 Oak Lawn Ave #110, Dallas, TX 75207.
The restaurant is focused on traditional, pure Japanese sushi as well as unique interpretations of classic sushi. The word “Shodo” means the art of ancient Japanese calligraphy.
Route 62 Hospitality Founder, Richard Ellman says of the new concept in a statement, “We want to provide Dallas diners a classic sushi experience. We are offering exceptionally authentic sushi made with the highest quality ingredients.”
Guests can expect menu items such as Wagyu Beef Tataki Sashimi – seared A5 Tataki; Mango Madai Crudo with Yellowtail; The Bluefin Tuna Tower; and the Shodo Roll made with Lobster, A5 Wagyu and truffle scallion. Another standout on the menu is Inari – a deeply traditional sushi with sushi rice stuffed inside deep-fried tofu pockets.
The beverage program offers Japanese flavor profiles and ingredients with cocktails such as Geisha Martini – Haku vodka, yuzu, and Lilet Blanc; Myoga Old Fashioned – Toki Whiskey, bitters, ginger, orange; Cherry Blossom – Grey Goose Cherry Noir vodka, dry vermouth, cherry; Yuzu Margarita – Tequila Herradura, Yuzuri, agave, lime; and Sesame Mojito – Bacardi Rum, sesame, mint, lime, soda.
There is also an extensive sake and Japanese whiskey menu along with a broad wine list.
The 4,000 square foot space emphasizes the authenticity and purity of the concept with the bar and a few other areas showcasing samurai culture, nods to ancient culture including artwork in the bathrooms, a private omakase room with a zen and buddha theme, and a large, striking snow monkey mural with a nod to Jigokudani, a small town in Tokyo where they live.
The main dining room offers seating for 60, bar seating for 20, 10 seats at the sushi bar, an omakase room with 12 seats and a private dining room for up to 40 people. The omakase room allows guests to enjoy special curated coursed dinners within the privacy of their own room.
Shodo is located at 1628 Oak Lawn Ave #110, Dallas, TX 75207 and is open Tuesday – Thursday
11 am – 2 pm and 5 – 10 pm, Friday – Saturday 5 – 11 pm and closed Sunday and Monday.
