This restaurant is located in a cute little spot on the Georgetown canal. You have to order before you sit down other wise they will get upset at you. But despite this, the service is good and the space to eat up stairs is nice. The rolls are priced very well as you can get two simple rolls for about 15 dollars. I do want to come back here at some point. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Mango roll, eel roll and spicy scallop - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

During a staycation in my city this weekend, decided to make a pit stop for sushi and have lunch down at the waterfront. They are doing takeout only. Inside, it's quite small, but the gentlemen who were there was sooooo nice! Unfortunately, I didn't get any pictures but the sushi was ordered was soooo good!! We ordered: 1. Blue Dragon Roll 2. Yami Yami Roll 3. Volcano Roll I definitely recommend going back and getting the same rolls all over again! read more

Great sushi that is slightly overpriced due to the demand in the area and ability to maintain stock of fish in such a small restaurant. They rarely are open for lunch, and I sense it is due to avoiding running out of ingredients for the afternoon. I see that a lot of the negative reviews here revolve around the ambiance and customer service. Lemme help you out.... THIS IS A TAKEOUT SPOT. This is not NoBu, this is not O-ku, this is not NamaKo. The sushi is similar quality, but all of the aforementioned places are not takeout, hole in the wall, establishments such as this one. Oh yeah and customer service... big shocker here, but English isn't their first language. Who would have thought?! Don't be afraid to be clarify orders with them, and learn how to use Google translate. It's really that simple. Overall, a great spot for sushi takeout for a late lunch or on the way home from work. read more

Small side street joint that has great quality fish for the location. Service is friendly and quick. You order at the downstairs counter and then get a table upstairs. Would come back read more

The cutest little hole in the wall sushi spot! My cousin and I were walking through Georgetown in the rain and wanted sushi. This was the closest spot. The woman inside was sooooo nice. I felt like we were eating at someone's house. She let us know there was seating upstairs. It was the perfect little spot on a rainy day! Food was good! read more

Decent sushi, but horrible customer service. My girlfriend and I arrived to see a fairly small establishment with about two tables. We didn't mind waiting, but the couple running the place didn't seem to want to acknowledge us. We waited about 10 minutes before waving the woman over and she quickly says, "No seats." Right when it seems like she's about to shoo us away, the customers who were sitting at the table stand up and say, "You guys can take our table we just finished paying!" Sooo... this woman said no seats, but didn't even check the table who were already finishing up? Does she not care about getting business? We disregard her carelessness and order our sushi. It was decent. Not bad, but not amazing. Due to how unwelcoming this woman was I was not the slightest bit interested in coming back. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Ordered some lunch specials for take out during COVID. Would recommend! See photos. -Tuna roll, California roll, avocado roll -Sushi Jumbo -Chirashi read more

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This is my favorite sushi in DC- specifically, the mango roll. I've never eaten in the restaurant (which is small, but cute) but have placed quite a few takeout orders. The wait is usually around 10-15 minutes because every roll is made to order, which I appreciate. The maki rolls are generally between $11-15; smaller rolls (like the spicy rolls, which are also good) are $6. I think the maki rolls are the best part of the menu, but I haven't had a bad roll yet. I seriously can't recommend it enough- get the mango roll! It has shrimp tempura, avocado, spicy crab, and is topped with fresh mango. It's the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and crunchy. For some reason, it's also really hard to find mango rolls in DC, so I'm glad Bluefin has one. read more

The location on a canal in Georgetown is great, even though I can't stand Georgetown in general, and the canal is a stinking mess, but the restaurant is an ideal property, little row house among the cobblestones. But the food is mediocre. I didn't finish any of the three dishes. Even the salad sucked, and the usual delicate Japanese dressing was in this iteration bland and a bit sour. The rice was stale AND overcooked, a fatal combination. They need a proper cook. read more

- 12/10 sushi: much better than many sushi places i have had in japan - small area so lacks seating but they make it work! - great&friendly service - would highly recommend!! read more

Bluefin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Quick edit: I see a lot of negative reviews for this business. I can only speak to my experience, which was excellent, and hope that they've changed for the better since those reviews were posted. Excellent lunch stop for anyone visiting or working in Georgetown. Ordering online was a breeze, and their lunch combos are a great bang for your buck- three rolls for just $12 is great in my book. I got the Lunch Combo A which included a cucumber roll, California roll and tuna roll- all were delicious and exactly the kind of afternoon pick me up I needed! Even better: I added a note to my order asking if they had another type of sauce to put on he side, as I am allergic to gluten. When I walked in the door, they happily told me they had given me GF soy sauce. No extra charge, no hassle, no questions. Just genuinely happy people who wanted to help. Additionally, I showed up about five minutes early and my order was already complete- it only took about 15 minutes to complete from when I placed it to when I arrived! I will be back! read more

Bluefin Sushi - Lunch combo A- California Roll, tuna roll, and cucumber roll. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I'm not sure why everyone raves over this place, it was okay but not great. I did give it an unweighed 4 stars because I don't want too compare them to other sushi places. Sushi was... Sushi. I mean it was good, it wasn't spectacular. What more can I say? They came out how they were supposed to lol. They were annoyingly tiny though. The location is cute and tiny but not cute for my 6'4 husband. It was too expensive for such small rolls. I've gotten more for less. If I had to weigh the experience based on other sushi places, I would give it 3 stars. It just want anything new, maybe Georgetown isn't used to good sushi (#shade). Whatever I've spent enough time on this review....NEXXXXT. read more

I absolutely love this sushi place! This by far the best Sushi DC has to offer. This place is a cool little nook tucked away by the canal so it's easy to miss. They do take a while to bring the food out but it's not too long of a wait, they are pretty busy on both floors so it's expected. I brought my foodie guests from New York here and they were taken back at how good this place was. They too said it was one of the best sushi they have tried in DC. The sushi is really fresh, and the quality of their fish has always been consistent and does not smell old (fishy). I highly recommend their cherry blossom ($13.95) and blue dragon rolls ($11.95). The Sashimi platter is amazing too, the Sashimi Gold plate ($35.95) which has an assortment of several different kinds of fish is a great one to order and is very filling. I like their other rolls also, but the rolls with Jalapeno are very spicy, so when the server tells you its spicy- believe them. :) I like the ambiance this place, its very causal and hip. Overall, I like this place a lot and has become one of the places I always recommend to all my friends and family. read more

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The food is great ! And the service is very quick and great as well . Highly recommended if you are in the DC area/ Georgetown area and craving a good Sushi ! read more

Small restaurant, order downstairs and seating is upstairs. Very fast, ordered and got food within 10 min around lunch time. Sushi was very good and priced fairly; total around $35 read more

Bluefin Sushi - Alaskan roll, eel roll, cucumber roll and edamame - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Casual sushi place with good quality at a good price. I really liked the cherry blossom rolls, and the white tuna was also amazing. Had a tiny Japanese restaurant feel inside, and I will be back. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Cherry Blossom roll and white tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My wife and I found this place tucked in on the side of the canal it was surprisingly very good. Service and tenderness was excellent they custom made sushi for us just to where we wanted it. Seaweed salad we had a volcano roll California roll and tuna sashimi. Rainbow roll too. Wonderful. We will be back here for sure. read more

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This is probably my favorite sushi place in D.C. It's a cute little two-story shop tucked away in a corner along the canal, which makes it really easy to miss, but it's absolutely wonderful. The food comes out pretty quickly and the staff is incredibly friendly and kind. Both their regular and specialty rolls are fantastic and the prices are really reasonable, especially for a sushi restaurant in Georgetown. Both the classic and spicy versions of their tuna, salmon, and scallops are fantastic, and I've had great experiences with their Volcano Roll (which is a California roll topped with spicy tuna and jalapeno) and Black Dragon Roll (which is a shrimp tempura, spicy crab, and cucumber roll topped with eel). If you're looking for something warm and deliciously unique, their Baked Scallop Roll (which is a California roll with cream cheese and topped with scallops) is to die for. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Volcano roll, spicy salmon roll, yami yami roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I ordered bluefin to go and upon picking it up I realized my total was significantly different than what the online menu prices said and the total they told me over the phone. When I asked why the large discrepancy the guy pretended as if he could not understand what I was saying. I asked if I picked up the wrong order and he stated no and named the rolls I ordered. It was disappointing they would not honor their menu prices or provide me a receipt with the break down of each rolls price. I understand during covid businesses need to make more money but it was unfortunate they went a out it using trickery, highly inflated the price, and provided conflicting information. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Very delicious and fresh sushi, small but cute atmosphere and friendly service. Wort the visit! read more

Bluefin Sushi - Spicy California Roll, Shrimp Tempura, Rainbow Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great fresh sushi. Excellent. Was perfect for a quick lunch. Restaurant is nothing fancy at all (which was fine for us!)

They greet you with a warm and inviting ambiance. As you step inside, the decor--a harmonious blend of classic Japanese elements and contemporary design--sets the perfect stage for the culinary journey ahead. Each piece of sushi is a work of art, with perfectly seasoned rice and fresh, high-quality ingredients that meld together in a symphony of flavors.adventure. From the delicate slices of sashimi that melt in your mouth to the innovative sushi rolls that surprise and delight with every bite, the meal is an exquisite display of culinary excellence. This sushi restaurant is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience. read more

This is by far the best sushi restaurant I've been to in the DMV area! The service was fantastic, the sashimi was fresh and tasty, the price was great, and my picky eater hubby loved his chicken teriyaki! If you're in the area and you've been looking for a great sushi place, this is it! * Bonus Side Note, if anyone is interested in what came on the sushi gold platter we ordered: Ship Left End: Scallops Ship Middle Top: Tuna, White Tuna, Red Snapper Ship Middle Bottom: Yellow Tail, Salmon Ship Right End:l Octopus read more

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Lunch specials will forever and always attract college students on a budget. Considering the area, this was moderately priced, not too expensive but not a snag like Chipotle on M street is. The seating area was super small, with about an occupancy of 8 people. Definitely great for small groups or solo eaters. I ordered the sushi and sashimi combo, which came with a California roll, 4 nigiri, and 6 sashimi. The nigiri and sashimi were the stars of the dish. The fish was fresh, with a nice buttery texture for some selections. I really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and quality of food here. Definitely will be returning before i leave DC. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Sushi and sashimi combo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

WORST SUSHI EVER I don't say this lightly especially when small businesses need support during covid but save your money and don't go here. We came during the early evening looking forward to good sushi and were severely disappointed. If you're expecting sit a down service with a friendly waiter than this is not the place for you. You order downstairs and then are given a buzzer and have to walk upstairs will your food on a tray sloshing around as it is steep climb. This is not a place you want to bring anyone who does not have great mobility. (Elderly and those in a wheelchair) The restaurant was overpricing items such as $4.95 for a can of soda and $2 to add crunch to a roll which we looked over. But the rolls that we were given could not be forgiven or forgotten unfortunately. We ordered a vegetable roll (the hardest thing to mess up) and my sister could not even finish chewing it and had to disposed of it in a napkin. The avocado was bad, mushy, and and should have never been served to guests. The sushi appetizer was served with poorly cut fish that was discolored and shrimp that had an off putting flavor. Obvious that it was not done well. We spent a decent amount of money on our meal and left with almost all of still on the table. We hate to waste food but it felt like a gamble to continue eating and not worth the risk. We're disappointed and still hungry :/ read more

I was trying to find another restaurant when I happened upon this restaurant. I love sushi and decided to give it a try. It is a very small restaurant that occupies what appears to be a historical house on the C&O Canal towpath. There were only three tables downstairs which were filled and I was directed upstairs which is more spacious and seats several tables. I ordered miso soup, Rock and Roll sushi and a California roll. Of course I also ordered hot sake, my fav. The sake was only slightly warm but the miso and sushi was good, but not exceptional. The pieces were also smaller than most sushi restaurants I have visited. The only real issue I had was the waiter never came back up. Never checked on me. Never asked if I wanted more sake or sushi. Eventually, I went downstairs and paid my bill. Would have tried more selections if anyone came back up. I would probably recommend this restaurant as it is close to where and I live and the quality was good. read more

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Food: The sushi was great. It was some of the best sushi I have ever had. Service: Bad. Our server never once refilled our water or checked on us (frustrating considering we told him we would like to keep a menu so we can order more) and he forgot one of my rolls, but still charged me for it. Furthermore, I had to get up a few times just to ask for some help with additional orders as well as trying to get the check. It was a two hour experience, when it should have only been about 45 minutes. It was as if we were non-existent. Maybe it was just a bad day, however the restaurant seems pretty inefficient and they lacked basic customer service skills. As I mentioned, the food was great. If you want delicious sushi, come here. Just know that you're pretty much rolling the dice on the experience as a whole. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The woman is so rude and the food isn't that good like don't give your money to this business.

HORRIBLE FIRST TIME EXPERIENCE!!!!! I never write reviews but I had to because of the service and quality of the food. My gf and I wanted to try this place out. We walk in and it's extremely hot but that's not an issue. We receive our sushi just to find a pubic hair in one of the rolls and when we brought it to the servers attention she walked away from us with the piece and didn't offer to replace the roll or even offer to remove it off the bill. No apology was given when we were even trying to be nice about it. EAT AT YOUR OWN RISK! P.S. we didn't get a picture of the hair because we didn't want to make a big deal about it but the way they came across it was like they didn't even care to give good customer service. read more

So this review is solely based on not being able to eat at this establishment. I was visiting DC and decided to take a trip to Georgetown via Lyft. However, even though yelp and the restaurants own homepage showed they were open on Thursday 1pm to 830pm, they were closed. I tried calling the business but no one answered and we ended up visiting another establishment. read more

$14 toro was severed too cold and was not particularly fatty. One is tempted to use the term "bait and switch" but I'll restrain myself. It was disappointing however and I probably should have complained at the time. Rest of the meal was okay, nothing special and you are paying Georgetown prices. read more

Bluefin Sushi is a quiet little two story sushi place tucked away along the canal in Georgetown. I usually order the rolls, which range from $4-$6 for the simple rolls. The California, tuna, salmon, and crab rolls have all been good in both regular and spicy forms. The speciality rolls always look good too. Service was really weird on my last visit but hopefully that isn't a trend. read more

This cute sushi restaurant is quite well hidden on Canal Street in Georgetown; I live in the area and didn't even know about it, until a couple days ago when I passed by! Being lowkey only makes the place better, since it's not a fast service sushi restaurant. The preparation and quality is top notch and the staff are very friendly! The sushi is prepared fresh, which shows in the taste. I'm so happy I found such quality sushi in Georgetown, and Bluefin may easily be my new favorite spot for it! I got the Vegetable Roll Combo and am excited to try some of their special maki sushi next time! read more

Bluefin Sushi - Vegetable Roll Combo - lunch special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I've really enjoyed every time I've gone to bluefin! It is so unpretentious and the food is great. The udon is yummy and the sushi is fresh and tasty - the prices are reasonable and the staff is friendly. This is definitely a "no frills" joint and it does it well!! The downstairs is teeny and I've never been seated upstairs - I love how cozy it is! read more

Small, homely, and relaxed. I walked into the story when it was empty, the daughter watching the cartoons on the TV with her parents working behind the counter. I took sometime to look at the menu, a lot of choices at really good prices! I decided on Sushi Combo B: 6 pieces of California Roll, 6 pieces of Tuna Roll, and 6 piece Eel + Avocado Roll. Each roll was made fresh to order, but the eel + avocado roll was really good. Mostly due to the fact that that the eel was seared with a blowtorch! That gave the eel a nice crisp to it due to the unagi sauce having sugar in it. The price wasn't all too bad either, with the whole plate costing $13 after tax. Though the place could use new seats and bathroom access it never poses itself to be big or a spot to eat and Chill in. It's a sit down, eat and go place. Or, even better, take it to go and eat at the waterfront! read more

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this place is ok but a bit pretentious. which i don't really dig. honestly i think the sushi and whole foods is better food i got a nigiri plate. was it good? yeah sure whatever. was it amazing? umm no.the portion was small as a... well i will promise not to swear today but yeah it was small. ambiance this place is tiny but we got a nice place to sit that overlooked the canal so that was fun to get a hawk's eye of the ppl below parking street or garage, for me it was a bike trip service a bit awkward but no major issues price high given what i consumed. i realize they have to pay rent but i can't deal with leaving a place hungry. overall nope, sayonara! read more

Very content to finally find an affordable sushi restaurant in DC. The service was great, and they were very accepting for my request of all salmon in their special. There was a great variety of options. We will definitely be returning often. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Rainbow roll and salmon crunch roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Fresh, clean, no-frills sushi. One of the more affordable sushi options in the city. I tried a roll wrapped in cucumber and a rainbow roll; both were great. read more

Fresh fish, friendly owners, and very reasonable prices. Basic rolls are around $5, specialty rolls are around $10. We're big fans of the chirashi bowl. It's a casual place with several seats, also good for take out. Check it out! read more

Bluefin Sushi - Cherry blossom roll, salmon roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Loved my first time trying Bluefin sushi. We sat upstairs by a window and really enjoyed the ambiance up there. The prices are very reasonable for Georgetown and the sushi was fresh and delicious. We had the philly, spicy tuna, and spicy salmon. I also ordered a hot green tea which was so good! And the service was quick despite being very crowded. read more

Bluefin Sushi - Loved the hot green tea! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia