Scott Drewno and Danny Lee, Fried Rice Collective (Anju, Chiko, and I Egg You), Congratulations to Scott Drewno & Danny Lee — 2026 James Beard Semifinalists
- Barracks Row Main Street
- Jan 22
- 1 min read
Barracks Row Main Street is proud to celebrate Scott Drewno and Danny Lee of Fried Rice Collective—the creative force behind Anju, CHIKO, and I Egg You—on being named 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists for Outstanding Restaurateur.
This national recognition highlights their continued excellence, innovation, and leadership in Washington, D.C.’s dining scene. Through Fried Rice Collective, Drewno and Lee have built beloved concepts that honor bold flavors, cultural storytelling, and community-driven hospitality—earning loyal followings across the city and beyond.
Their success reflects not only culinary achievement but also a deep commitment to mentorship, creativity, and the local restaurant community. We’re thrilled to see D.C. talent recognized on this prestigious national stage and proud to celebrate the impact Fried Rice Collective continues to have on our city.
Congratulations to Scott Drewno and Danny Lee on this well-deserved honor!
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Huge congratulations to Scott Drewno and Danny Lee on being named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists—what an incredible achievement. Their work with the Fried Rice Collective and concepts like Anju, Chiko, and I Egg You shows how creativity, culture, and consistency can come together to build something truly special. It’s inspiring to see chefs being recognized not just for great food, but for the vision and community they create around it. That same kind of innovation and trust-building is what drives success in other industries too, even in areas like crypto exchange development services, where originality and execution make all the difference. Well deserved recognition!
I loved this update and reading about Scott Drewno’s journey—it’s inspiring to see artistic passion turn into community impact and creative success. It made me reflect on my own work with an eBook publishing company and how purpose and collaboration drive meaningful results for everyone involved every single day gratitude.
We are delighted to witness DC's ability acknowledged on this esteemed national platform. Also, the game eggy car is always my first choice when I have free time to relax!