NEW: Sushi in uptown ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
FUSIAN TO “RE-ENERGIZE” UPTOWN CORNER
Uptown Westerville adds Japanese fare to its diverse list of cuisine offerings before the end of the year when FUSIAN moves into its new digs at 79 S. State St., near the corner of South State and Park Streets. The restaurant, which will occupy the space once held by Pizza Cucinova, will be the fourth FUSIAN in the Columbus Region. Other locations include Clintonville, Grandview and Easton. “Ultimately, we’re going to re-energize that corner. First and foremost, we’re going to brighten up the space,” said FUSIAN cofounder Stephan Harman. The fast-casual concept includes freshly prepared sushi rolls, bowls and salads with side dishes like edamame, seaweed and cucumber salads. Ingredients are sourced from Japan and locally when available. “We pride ourselves on preparing fresh food daily,” Harman said. Harman says his team is excited to become a part of the Westerville community and connect with visitors
to Uptown and the students and staff at Otterbein University. Jason Bechtold, Economic Development Director for the City of Westerville, says he thinks the restaurant will be a popular destination that will attract more people to Uptown. “Uptown is truly the heart of Westerville. It’s where the community comes together for events and everyday life. We’ve just completed extensive upgrades to this area and bringing in FUSIAN is another way we’re refreshing this historic-yet-modern destination,” Bechtold said. In addition to opening FUSIAN, both Harman and Bechtold are focused on bringing another great fit to the space formerly held by Rollies ice cream. “We want people to be enjoying that corner. We’re looking to fill that space with a first-class tenant that compliments the mix on State Street,” Harman said. Learn more about FUSIAN at www.fusian.com.
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