# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: ​Your New Favorite Thursday Night Dining Experience in DC. A 3-course Japanese izakaya dinner from a chef who appeared on Iron Chef!About this Event​Your New Favorite Thursday Night Dining Experience in DC​A 3-course Japanese izakaya dinner from a chef who trained under Morimoto and appeared on Iron Chef. A buzzy, high-energy space inspired by Japan's late-night food culture. A room full of interesting people you haven't met yet — and seat rotations that guarantee you will.​This is The Dinner Table Club: a dinner party with strangers that somehow feels like dinner with friends by the end of the night.​"The demographic of attendees was awesome, and exactly what I am looking for." — DC Guest​How It Works​You'll arrive at Love, Makoto on Massachusetts Avenue and meet the group over a complimentary glass of wine. Once everyone's settled in, we'll sit down for a 3-course family-style Japanese dinner, with two seat rotations between courses so you meet everyone at the table. Our host facilitates the evening with light conversation prompts and seat rotations. By dessert, you'll have exchanged numbers with people you'll actually want to see again.​About the Venue​Love, Makoto is Celebrity Chef Makoto Okuwa's return to Washington, DC — a culinary love letter to the city where he launched his career at Sushi Taro over two decades ago. In the years since, he's been head sushi chef for Masaharu Morimoto, appeared on Iron Chef, and opened restaurants spanning Miami, Mexico City, and São Paulo.​This is our first time hosting at Love, Makoto, and we couldn't be more excited to bring The Dinner Table to one of DC's most ambitious restaurants.​Family-Style Dinner Service​Dinner service includes a family-style 3-course dinner for each guest.​Each guest will also receive one complementary glass of wine included with their ticket purchase.​Additional beverages can be purchased throughout the event.​Agenda​7:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Mix and Mingle​Come and meet with other Dinner Table guests, get to know who you'll be dining with!​1 Complimentary Drink: a glass of wine served at check-in.​7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Family-Style Dinner Service​Guests will switch seats between courses!​9:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Closing Announcements​Closing remarks to conclude the afternoon.​This is your chance to exchange contact information with those you've met!​Menu on Offer​COURSE ONE​CHARRED EDAMAMEGarlic | Chili | Soy Sauce (v+)​TUNA CRISPY RICESpicy Aioli | Serrano (gf) / 4pc per order​SPICY CUCUMER SALADChili Oil | Garlic | Cilantro (df)​POPCORN CAULIFLOWERHot Honey | Chili | Lemon | Ranch (v)​COURSE TWO​HAPPY MAKI BOX​Yuzu Salmon & Avocado Roll​Spicy Hamachi Roll​California Roll​Spicy Tuna Roll​POTATO STIXAonori | Black Olive Aioli (df,v) / 6pc per order​NEGIMAChicken Thigh | Tokyo Scallion | Ume Miso (df)​NASUEggplant | Tama Miso | Ginger (v,df)​COURSE THREE / DESSERT​MINI DONUTS - Assorted Flavors​NOTE: The above menu is subject t0 change pending final dietary restrictions from our guests.​​FAQs​​What is the general age range of your events? ​​We encourage guests from all ages and backgrounds to attend our events. Our programming is tailored to anyone looking to meet others. ​​Generally, we've seen the age range of our events to be between 25-40 years old. That's not to say anyone outside of that range can't attend!​What's the difference between General Admission tickets and Men & Women tickets? ​Any ticket purchase gets the same experience, there is no difference. ​We've created gendered tickets to ensure a relatively even distribution of guests at our events. GA is open to anyone.​​Can I come alone? ​​Yes, we encourage it! Our goal at The Dinner Table is to create meaningful connections through cuisine and art. Many of our guests leave with new friends at the end of the event.​​What is your refund policy? ​​We understand sometimes things come up, and that's why we offer a full credit to your next event if you cancel ten days before the event​​Are you able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies? Yes. Our team ensures the restaurant's menus are flexible to account for a wide array of dietary preferences.​​​If you have any other questions or concerns, all guests are welcome to reach out to us by email at hello@thedinnertable.club​​Please be aware that photos and videos taken at the event may be used for promotional purposes. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/the-dinner-table-at-love-makoto-dc/100001987002438783 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, workshops, art, parties, it, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 115.06, max: 115.06, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Love, Makoto - **lat**: 38.8990261 - **long**: -77.0139556 - **full address**: Love, Makoto, 200 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) - **Image URL**: https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1181712014%2F1836386839423%2F1%2Foriginal.20260408-173624?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=e13b0856624bcfdd8f29838f00b6bd28 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) being held? - **A:** The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Love, Makoto, 200 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC)? - **A:** Tickets for The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) are priced at USD 115 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 115 + USD 9 fee + USD 7 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC)? - **A:** The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) is organized by The Dinner Table. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Dinner Table at Love Makoto (DC) is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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