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    Ariake

    4.2 (816 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    ARIAKE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Sushi rolls
    Bo V.

    Our party of six went to Ariake Japanese Restaurant in Reston for dinner on Monday night. Although the restaurant isn't very large and was quite busy, we were seated within 10 minutes. Our waitress, Cindy, was friendly and attentive. We ordered the sushi regular, à la carte items (nigiri and rolls), stir-fried udon noodles, and katsu curry. The sushi was fresh and delicious, especially the toro salmon sushi, which was tender and flavorful. We also enjoyed the udon noodles and the katsu curry. I thought we ordered too much but we ended up finishing everything. Highly recommend this place!

    Sharon H.

    I will say their omakase is a little underwhelming if you're hoping for a meal similar to their inventive sushi rolls. Good quality fish. The one thing that threw me off was the avocado salad with dressing. It was lettuce and avocado with miso dressing. They also brought the maki roll after the black sesame ice cream... Black sesame ice cream was unexpectedly SO GOOD though. Good tiny bits of sesame seeds, lovely dark grey color, and not too sweet. Definitely requesting this next time I'm here.

    Inside dining area.
    AJ A.

    This Sushi place is tried and true sushi restaurant. We have been coming here for over a decade and will continue to come for the delicious sushi and Sashimi.

    Chirashi
    R2d2 I.

    I experienced great service and got chirashi, which had generous portions of sashimi pictured as well. Got the uni nigiri (sea urchin), which was delicious, but not priced and learned was $15/one piece from receipt-sharing as heads up in case people may be surprised by price later. We were able to walk in and thought atmosphere was casual/comfortable and pretty tasty overall especially depending on what you order. Had a great time with friends and definitely interested in going back!

    Jumping right in!
    Karla T.

    Had a great lunch date with my youngest the day after Christmas. We're new to the area and testing out sushi restaurants and this ranks right up there with the best we've had so far. Great selection for both the sushi and non sushi lovers in your life. We chose the Ariake, Submarine, Tuna Avocado Roll and California Rolls and they were all great! Service was wonderful and attentive. We'll definitely be back.

    Seafood Ramen
    Greg S.

    Let's just say I'll be back... a lot. Very good experience all around. Food was awesome. 10/10.

    Sushi
    Foodie F.

    Our go-to sushi place. Timing is everything because it's a pretty busy place. Hamachi kama is the best and sushi is always fresh. Service is not very warm but efficient. Never had a meal we didn't enjoy.

    Mackerel
    Roy A.

    We love both Ariake restaurants in NOVA, their lunch menus are great deals. I tried the spicy chirashi which had an assortment of sushi on top of spicy rice which was delicious, this is a must try dish, the Hamachi Kama lunch with grilled yellowtail served with ponzu sauce is also a favorite. Reston is a bit smaller but has more natural light with all the windows and staff have always been great. The miso soup always comes out super hot which I love. Best Japanese in NOVA IMHO.

    Sushi rolls
    Ben F.

    This is our favorite sushi place in the tristate area. We came here frequently when we lived closer, and even now that we live an hour away, we still make the drive from time to time. The quality of the fish and the combinations of flavors are head and shoulders above the other sushi spots I've been to, and holds up well in comparison to the sushi I had in Japan. Price is good, service is good, ambiance is good; the sushi is fantastic.

    Top row: Salmon Avocado Roll Bottom row: Florida roll
    Jo L.

    FOOD We ordered the roll combo, salmon avocado roll, and Florida roll. The roll combo is one of the best bang for your buck on the menu-- all of which were light yet filling and can definitely leave leftovers for a second meal. The salmon avocado was simple yet delicious, but the Florida roll was an acquired taste. The half raw and half cooked/seared texture wasn't something I liked, but the roll itself is one of their bestsellers. SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly. AMBIANCE Spacious seating is available inside the store, and a great spot for lunch/dinner. It can get busy during peak meal times, but I highly recommend Ariake if you're looking for great sushi! PARKING Ample parking is available at the lot in front of the restaurant.

    Katsu Curry
    Jasmine B.

    Wanted to change my review to five stars! Visited a few more times since my last review and I wanted to say each time I have dined the food has been exceptional. Last visited I tried the Negi Maki which was scallions rolled in beef with teriyaki sauce. I was worried it would be chewy but it was great! The scallions was fresh and the meat was tender. The sauce complimented the dish and tied everything together! Really having been enjoying our time here!

    Specials 10/2/2024
    Brendalynne F.

    I was craving sushi and came here for dinner on Wednesday evening per a friend's recommendation! The restaurant was almost full around 7:30 pm, so I would recommend making a reservation (only available Monday-Thursday; they're walk-in only from Friday-Sunday). I ordered off the specials menu for dinner (I attached a photo if you'd like to see details for each item): Uni Flight ($45) and Bluefin Tuna Special ($40). Both were delicious and SO fresh. My favorites for each dish were the Japanese Uni in the Uni Flight (obviously) and the Toro Melt in the Bluefin Tuna Special - it really lives up to its name! If you like black sesame anything, don't miss out on their homemade black sesame ice cream for dessert! It's delicious! Very creamy with a rich, nutty flavor. The service was quick for how busy it was and I was super happy with my meal! It was pricy, but for what I specifically ordered, that's to be expected lol. If I ordered anything else, I might've deducted a star because of the overpriced general menu. Otherwise, highly recommend :)

    Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

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    Amazing sushi every single time!!! Staff is always nice and the chefs are perfection!!!

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    The omakase was wonderful- $65/person and SO much food. Great fish quality here, and the staff was so attentive.

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    My favorite sushi in Northern Virginia. Fresh and imaginative, and it doesn't all taste the same! By all means try the omakase.

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    Almost every day at lunch And dinner, the parking lot is packed with cars. They take reservations.

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    Great sushi. Warm service. Fun rolls and specials. The perfect neighborhood place for delicious Japanese food

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    Oh my, this place is so good. The food is so fresh and delicious. The customer service is excellent. I can't wait to go back!

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    Ask the Community - Ariake

    Do you offer an AYCE(all you can eat) sushi option?

    No, it's a high quality sushi establishment that is focused on quality!

    Do you have gluten free sushi options and offer gluten free soy sauce?

    They do offer gluten free soy sauce! The gluten free sushi aren't specifically marked on the menu, but I've always eaten the basics (Tuna-Avacado, Salmon-Avacado, Philadephia) and been ok, although I'm sure there are lots that you should avoid.

    Is the raw fish parasite free?

    Uh....yeah. The fish is fresh and obviously clean without any extras.

    I would like to know if Japanese owner or not?

    Korean

    Are dogs allowed in the outdoor seating?

    No, dogs are not allowed on patio.

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    Kumo Sushi

    Kumo Sushi

    3.9
    (545 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Having exhausted most of the nearby options for takeout sushi, my wife and I reluctantly tried Kumo…read morefor a recent weeknight dinner despite the so-so reviews. We ultimately enjoyed our meal and will likely try it again the next time we need a change of pace from our go-to spot. The menu possesses a vast array of rolls, the majority of which hover between $15-18. Seeing the prices of the rolls and not knowing what to expect, we ended up ordering six, which ended up as too much food for the two of us. We found the rolls all well constructed and with generous quantities of the fish. The rice itself was passable. The sliced fish quality was decent, and we found the salmon and tuna particularly fresh. The "spicy" fish in the rolls left something to be desired in both the degree of spice/seasoning as well as freshness. The rolls all could have used a bit more saucing, but we enjoyed them nonetheless. The prices here are very reasonable, especially if you order online which yields a 10% discount. My order was prepared more or less on time. Overall, we liked what we sampled and will return in the near future to sample more rolls. Kumo does not quite supplant our usual sushi spot, but it's a welcome addition to a takeout rotation and worth a shot for roll lovers.

    The food was delicious, our party was in a rush and the food came out in a timely manner. The…read morewaiter was good as well. Everything tasted fresh

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    Yaki Udon. Flavor was spot on, just a touch too oily. That small aspect didn't give me any hesitation to eat my daughter's leftovers.
    Yaki Udon. Flavor was spot on, just a touch too oily. That small aspect didn't give me any hesitation to eat my daughter's leftovers.
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    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Northern Virginia. The menu is extensive as is the wine…read morelist and the service is excellent. We had a 4-course meal for a special occasion which included the caviar service, charbroiled oyster appetizer, surf and turf special, Tandoori salmon and finished with a key lime tart and coconut sorbet! It was a perfect evening!

    A perennial favorite in our dining rotation, PassionFish at Reston Town Center once again delivered…read morea memorable seafood feast. Despite a packed Father's Day crowd, the kitchen never missed a beat. The Crab & Corn Chowder was beautifully presented--rich, velvety, and generously loaded with sweet crab meat. The oysters from Maine and Rhode Island were the evening's surprise stars. As someone who typically favors the briny, ocean-forward oysters of the Pacific Northwest, I was impressed by the depth of flavor and refreshing salinity these East Coast selections offered. The grilled Arctic char was cooked with precision, its fattier flesh remaining moist, flaky, and remarkably delicate. Equally impressive were the sautéed soft-shell crabs--fresh, aromatic, and expertly prepared. Paired with the silky Lemon Beurre Blanc, they were outstanding and easily among the finest soft-shell crabs I've enjoyed in town this season. Exceptional seafood, flawless execution, and a strong recommendation for PassionFish.

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    Sushi Ohayo

    Sushi Ohayo

    4.0
    (166 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    Delicious! Great deal for the price. We got the addition of unlimited sashimi for an extra $6. I…read morebelieve it was around $32 pp. Best thing was definitely the yellowtail jalapeño appetizer. I think it used to be 8 pieces in total, but they reduced it to 4 pieces per order. Also surprisingly really enjoyed the mackarel sashimi. It was very rich. Don't think I could eat many pieces of it, but it was very enjoyable. The sashimi was good! Definitely has been frozen before )some of the pieces were a bit cold) but regardless it was good. Service was chill. Sushi came out fairly quickly. We went around opening and there were a bunch of people sitting and coming in.

    Sushi Ohayo is an excellent option. Unlike typical all-you-can-eat sushi places where you have to…read moreget up and grab pre-made items, here you simply order the types of sushi you want, and they prepare them fresh for you. Because of that, there's no need to rush or compete to grab food, and everything is consistently fresh. This doesn't apply only to sushi--items like edamame and shrimp tempura are also made to order. The sushi here is also much more diverse and noticeably fresher than what you'd find at a typical Chinese buffet. I really hope they continue operating this way. For that to happen, they'll need to keep a steady flow of customers, and so far, it's always been busy whenever I visit. On top of that, the dinner price is under $30, which makes it an incredible value.

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