Dyllan’s Raw Bar Grill is shucking oysters and more in Georgetown. (Photo courtesy of Dyllan’s Raw Bar Grill)

Summer is officially over, and if you spent the past couple months vacationing, hiking, or backyard grilling, you likely missed out on some noteworthy restaurant openings around the city. Attractive newcomers include a Guapo’s along the Georgetown waterfront and the return of hummus bowls downtown. Read on to get up to speed with those options and more.

Dyllan’s Raw Bar Grill
(1054 31st St. NW)

Seasonal seafood and classic raw bar dishes come together at Dyllan’s. With 220 (!) seats, the restaurant takes over the former Sea Catch location along the quiet C&O Canal in Georgetown. Its menu draws on international flavors, whether it’s the Thai coconut lime steamed mussels or red snapper with kimchi. Fans of briny, oily fish can crack open tinned options from around the Mediterranean. Brunch and lunch were recently added as well.

Guapo’s
(3050 K St. NW)

Local Tex-Mex chain Guapo’s arrived in Georgetown in August with a waterfront location and a more elevated menu than its other locations. The fajitas and tacos that regulars show up for have been revamped a bit by head chef Nathan Breedlove, formerly of José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup empire. He’s also added new ceviches, salads and tortas. Cocktails go beyond basic margaritas, too, with options made from mezcal and other craft ingredients.

Little Havana
(3704 14th St. NW)

The vibrant colors and flavors of Cuba are on display at Little Havana in Columbia Heights. Chefs Alfredo Solis (Mezcalero, El Sol) and Joseph Osorio are serving up favorites from the island, including items like a Cubano sandwich, fried coconut shrimp curry, and ropa vieja short ribs. The bar is stocked with all sorts of rum for making cocktails (there’s a pina colada served from a hollowed-out pineapple) or simply sipping on the rocks.

Little Sesame
(1828 L St. NW)

Lunch crowds are queuing out the door for Little Sesame’s vegetable-forward hummus bowls and pitas. The concept gained momentum during its first incarnation beneath the (now closed) DGS Delicatessen in Dupont Circle. It opened a standalone location in late August with a selection of signature and customizable bowls. The current menu features meal bases such as roasted cauliflower, chicken shawarma and sweet summer corn. There are new additions, too, including pita sandwiches and dairy-free soft-serve in vanilla tahini and dark chocolate Turkish coffee flavors. Prices range between $8 and $10 without any optional toppings like feta or harissa.

Mission
(1221 Van St. SE)

Mission’s Mexican fare and cocktails came to Navy Yard in July with the opening of a sister restaurant to the Dupont Circle spot. Tacos star here, with interesting fillings like Buffalo shrimp, duck confit and seitan carnitas. The location claims to have the longest bar counter in D.C. at 150 feet in length, pouring beer, wine, sangria, margaritas, and more.

O-Ku
(1274 5th St. NE)

Sushi and grilled meats are a winning combination at the stylish O-Ku near Union Market. Opt for the chef’s omakase tasting ($80 or $120) or go a la carte with rolls, nigiri, or sashimi. It’s a good idea to toss in a few skewers from the robata grill too. Options include wagyu steak, chicken meatballs, and a lamb chop with cumin and chili powder. The two-story restaurant includes a Japanese-focused whiskey bar and an excellent rooftop patio with views of the surrounding neighborhood.

Pisco y Nazca
(1823 L St. NW)

Miami-based Pisco y Nazca is the spot to be for creative ceviches—think combinations of fish, shrimp, octopus in a variety of sauces—alongside other Peruvian bites. Meat eaters can settle in with braised lamb shank, lomo saltado and a house burger. The buzzy ceviche gastrobar includes a small patio for enjoying a pisco sour or a chilcano from the bar’s list of South American-inspired cocktails. A selection of drinks are available for $7 during weekday happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

San Lorenzo
(1316 9th St. NW)

This Shaw dining room brings taste of Italy’s Tuscany region to the District. San Lorenzo, a project from chef Massimo Fabbri of Tosca downtown, has been a popular table to snag since it opened in June thanks to its focus on simple pastas and sauces. Carnivorous couples can splurge on the three-pound roasted T-bone steak.

St. Anselm
(5th and Morse St. NE)

The all-star squad of Stephen Starr (Le Diplomate), Joe Carroll, and Marjorie Meek-Bradley (Smoked & Stacked) have teamed up to open a D.C. branch of St. Anselm. The rustic tavern got its start in Brooklyn and has made a reputation for its cuts of steak and grilled meats paired with seasonal sides and produce. The wine and cocktail program are also notable, with many unique finds on Carroll’s bottle list. It joins a growing roster of restaurants around the Union Market neighborhood.