# Asian-Inspired Standing Eateries Spoken English Fuses Japanese Tachinomiya's with Western Flavors By Justin Lam | Published 2018-04-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spoken-english References: [dc.eater](https://dc.eater.com/2018/4/10/17217138/spoken-english-menu-photos) & [thelinehotel](https://www.thelinehotel.com/dc/venues/) Tucked inside the new Line Hotel is the standing-room-only eatery known as Spoken English. This restaurant is the latest venture from chef Erik Bruner-Yang and features an eclectic menu that houses items with an Asian style influence. Originally conceptualized to be a [tasting menu spot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-fine-dining), the final version of Spoken English has instead settled on an a la carte style and pays homage to the [tachinomiya bars in Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commune-design). This tachinomiya can be seen in the eateries offerings, but can also be felt in the standing-only space, communal tables and celebration of beer and [sake-focused cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sake-cocktail-menu). With a tight menu of just 19 dishes, Spoken English tends to focus on grilled options and includes gourmet skewers, small plates, larger offerings and a pair of elegant desserts. Some of the standout dishes on the menu include the family-style duck, Green Hill camembert, a savory caviar dish, wagyu kushiyaki, herb-speckled prawn and a gorgeous chicken skin dumpling. The fairly small kitchen is currently run by Chefs de cuisine Matthew Crowley and James Wozniuk who masterfully execute Bruner-Yang's vision. With Asian fusion restaurants becoming more popular, restaurants like Spoken English find a way to carve out a unique space with a particular focus on one style and innovative spaces. Image Credit: [Rey Lopez](https://www.underabushel.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Asian-fusion Restaurants:** Restaurants are finding success in carving a unique space within Asian-Fusion and innovating menu offerings with particular focus on one style. - **Standing-room-only Eateries:** Eateries are creating unique dining experiences by offering no seating spaces, communal tables and beer and sake-focused cocktails. - **Gourmet Grilled Dishes:** Restaurants are focusing on gourmet grilled dishes and skewered options in their menus to offer elevated comfort food items. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry is revolutionizing traditional dining experiences by creating unique, innovative and specialized spaces for dining. - **Culinary Industry:** The culinary industry is witnessing a rise in Asian-Fusion restaurants that offer new menu options and fusion cuisine opportunities. - **Bar and Beverage Industry:** The bar and beverage industry is seeing a trend of craft and specialty cocktails that focus on beer and sake, along with unique no seating spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lobby-bar.md) - [Asia-Influenced Western Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bombastic-supper-club.md) - [High-End Fusion Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akin.md) - [Culturally Layered Resort Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kingfisher-pacific-resort.md) - [Immersive Cultural Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfresh.md) - [Evolutionary Toronto Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-drake-hotel.md) - [Luscious Dining Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ful-kyoto.md) - [Design-Forward Omakase Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-restaurant.md) - [Intimate Noodle Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calgary-noodle-bar.md)