Former “Top Chef” contestant Katsuji Tanabe, best known for his kosher taco spot MexiKosher in New York, will open his first restaurant in the D.C. area in Clarendon in September.
Le Kon, whose name comes from the Japanese word for corn, is taking over the space previously occupied by Park Lane Tavern at 3227 Washington Blvd. Park Lane, a European-inspired pub concept, closed in 2016 after just eight months in business.
The new restaurant will include approximately 200 seats, including…
