Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
Maru San
100Pearl PointsNikkei with range
About Maru San
Maru San is a practical Capitol Hill pick when you want Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese cooking without a formal tasting-menu setup. Dine in for the better read on the food; takeout is better treated as a convenience option than the main reason to go.
Maru San is a Washington, D.C. restaurant with a verified Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese focus. It is best approached as an evening option for diners specifically interested in that cuisine direction, with service listed from 4–10 PM on Monday and Thursday through Sunday, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Because the verified record is limited, this page does not have enough confirmed detail to describe the room, service format, menu structure, price range, seating, takeout, delivery, or specific dishes. For a broader city scan before committing, Our full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide is the better starting point.
Choose it for Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese cuisine
The clearest confirmed reason to consider Maru San is its Peruvian-Japanese lane rather than a general-purpose dinner description. Maru San is also associated with Star Wine List recognition in 2026, a useful confirmed reference point, though this page does not have verified details on the specific beverage program. If you are comparing different dinner possibilities, Seventh Hill Pizza and The Duck & the Peach are other useful names to consider.
The useful comparison is not with unrelated restaurants, but with venues that may solve different dining needs. La Collina, Jab We Met Indian Kitchen, Little Engine, Seventh Hill Pizza, The Duck & the Peach can help frame alternatives, while Maru San is the call when the table wants a specific Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese cuisine angle.
Use it as an evening plan, with verified details checked first
Maru San's confirmed hours make it an evening-only plan in the verified record: Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 4–10 PM, with Tuesday and Wednesday closed. That schedule makes it important to check the day before building a night around it.
For anything beyond cuisine, hours, dress code, recognition, this page does not have verified specifics. Do not assume bar seating, counter seating, delivery, takeout, tasting-menu service, a particular price range, or a specific menu format from this page alone. Smart casual is the verified dress code, so the safest read is polished but not formal.
Make this an evening choice when Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese food is the draw. If the group wants a different kind of meal, compare it with options such as Little Engine, La Collina, Jab We Met Indian Kitchen, Seventh Hill Pizza, or The Duck & the Peach. For adjacent planning, use Our full Washington, D.C. hotels guide, Our full Washington, D.C. bars guide, Our full Washington, D.C. wineries guide, Our full Washington, D.C. experiences guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Maru San?
Go in for the Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese cuisine. Maru San in Washington, D.C. has verified evening hours on Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 4–10 PM, it is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. The 2026 Star Wine List recognition is a confirmed reference point, but this page does not have verified detail on specific dishes, prices, seating, or service format.
Is Maru San good for solo dining?
It can be considered for solo dinner if the cuisine is what you want, but this page does not have verified information on bar or counter seating. The confirmed record supports an evening visit in Washington, D.C. not a specific solo-dining setup. Seventh Hill Pizza is another comparison if you want to consider a different option.
What should I wear to Maru San?
Dress smart casual. That is the verified dress code for Maru San in Washington, D.C. so polished but not overly formal is the safest approach. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
Is Maru San good for a special occasion?
It may work for a special evening if the group is interested in Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese food. The verified facts do not establish a formal tasting-menu format, a large celebration setup, or a specific price level. La Collina is a useful comparison if you want to consider another option.
How far ahead should I book Maru San?
This page does not have verified booking-difficulty information for Maru San. The confirmed hours are Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 4–10 PM, with Tuesday and Wednesday closed, so check availability around that schedule before planning. Jab We Met Indian Kitchen is another comparison if you want to consider a different venue.
Can I eat at the bar at Maru San?
This page does not have verified information on bar seating at Maru San. Treat it as a Washington, D.C. evening plan with a Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese focus, check the venue's official channels for current seating details before you go.
Location
325 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Washington DC, United States
Compare Maru San
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maru San | Washington, D.C. | Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese | Star Wine List (2026) |
| Seventh Hill Pizza | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| The Duck & the Peach | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Little Engine | Washington, D.C. | Wings and rotisserie chicken (dry rubs and sauces) | , |
| La Collina | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Jab We Met Indian Kitchen | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
How Maru San compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Seventh Hill Pizza, Notable alternative
- The Duck & the Peach, Notable alternative
- Little Engine, Wings and rotisserie chicken (dry rubs and sauces), Wings and rotisserie chicken (dry rubs and sauces)
- La Collina, Notable alternative
- Jab We Met Indian Kitchen, Notable alternative
How It Compares
Choose Seventh Hill Pizza when value and predictability matter more than cuisine range. Choose Maru San when the group wants Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese flavors and an easy dinner plan, especially if a standard pizza night feels too familiar.
The Duck & the Peach is the better fit for a more polished neighborhood meal, while La Collina is the easier Italian-leaning alternative. Maru San sits in the more specific cuisine lane, so it makes sense for diners who want something less expected without committing to a high-friction reservation.
For off-premise or casual group eating, Little Engine has the clearer takeout advantage because wings and rotisserie chicken generally travel well. Jab We Met Indian Kitchen is the stronger cross-shop when spice and delivery durability are the priority; Maru San is the dine-in choice when freshness and pacing matter more.
Recognized By
Explore Washington DC
Save or rate Maru San on Pearl
Keep this venue in your Pearl passport, rate it after you visit, and track it alongside every other place you collect.