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Posted: June 28, 2019
Boylston Properties and Wilder to welcome 2,086 s/f Tori Jiro restaurant
Watertown, MA According to Boylston Properties and Wilder, Japan’s Yuki Watanabe and Tori Jiro executive chef Mizushima will be serving up their “Yakitori” at a 2,086 s/f space at Arsenal Yards. With over 60 restaurants in Japan, Hong Kong, The Philippines and Italy, this will be Watanabe’s first U.S. restaurant.
“Tori Jiro is unlike anything else in the area and fits in well with the unique vibe that we’re creating at Arsenal Yards,” said Bill McQuillan, principal at Boylston Properties.
“Similar to Tori Jiro, Arsenal Yards’ character reflects a careful balance of modernity and paying homage to its rich, cultural history,” said Kerry Dowling, senior vice president, Leasing at Wilder. “We’re proud to bring unique and diverse dining options to East End Watertown and Tori Jiro will fit right in with the eclectic experience we’re building at Arsenal Yards.”
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