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    Epicurean

    3.1 (103 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Sushi Bars
    Open Open 24 hours

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    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Breakfast
    Orest S.

    I got breakfast there for less than $9 (crumbled eggs, 2 sausages, bacon, hashbrowns and coffee). There are no such prices in DC, especially in Georgetown. It is a buffet with no lines. It is definitely not a fancy place, but great place for a quick breakfast.

    Chicken noodle soup
    Rosylyn M.

    Check out their noodle bar. Big serving and so delicious. The woman at the counter that day was so nice. The place is clean and cozy.

    Was there today and saw a Mouse run across be the cashier counter and they were calling numbers and they were all over the place like they. Make so many tenders and fries calling numbers then burger ect.

    Green dragon roll sushi at the new sushi venue in Epicurean
    Lei D.

    Please bring back the old sushi place on Epicurean! The chefs are nicer and the sushi had more selections and delicious options before Epicurean partnered up with the new sushi place. The sushi in the new place is bland and the rice is falling off unlike the old one where everything is intact in my sushi. I also found something disgusting inside my green dragon roll and am not coming back again. Two stars are because it used to be good, and the noodle place is decent, but I give it a 2/10 for the new sushi and its sanitation issue. They advertise fresh sushi, which is the irony when you had some mysterious thing in your sushi. Not coming back again unless it's for the noodle place.

    The app menu from the bar
    Dave N.

    I'm a fan when it comes to certain aspects. Construction be damned, this is pretty much the only consistent food I can get around the med campus day round. To be honest, most of the food will get old super quick or is overpriced. The sandwiches, noodle bar and sushi bar are definitely better than mediocre, maybe just over average, but will get monotonous after a while. There is a decent amount of change within the hot food bar - which will change between breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus even day to day - but the problem is how expensive it comes out. The only way you don't break the bank is if you get a box of nothing but leaves; otherwise a solid plate of everything you want is easily double digits. I think the only really solid deal is ironically the bar. Basically an Applebee's that doesn't suck. The sandwiches and other entrees are mostly from the sandwich bar so don't be alarmed at the lack of prices. But everyone seems to love the appetizers that comes out around dinner time - stuff like boneless chicken wings and mozzarella sticks are cheaper here than any restaurant in Glover or M Street. That combined with a decent tap, I'll take that and a Guinness most nights.

    Classic epicurean quesadilla.
    Katie M.

    If I could give it 10 stars I would. Epicurean delivered immaculate flavor. Just wish it was a closer walk to my dorm. Fine dibing experience for sure

    Neal E.

    Epicurean is an interesting joint - they do asian dishes, sushi, sandwiches, they have a massive salad bar, and in the morning a fairly substantial breakfast buffet. There is also a full service bar here to get your drink on! I arrived very early at Georgetown University Hospital for my spinal appointment. So I ducked in here to hang out, grab some caffeine and a bite. I hit the breakfast buffet and created a plate of breakfast goodies: sausage gravy over biscuits, a hash brown, one pork sausage patty, one turkey sausage patty, a couple of slices of bacon, and a scrambled egg mixture with sausage, cheese, and who knows what else! You can also get coffee and espresso drinks. There is plenty of seating here. I'll be stopping in here during future visits to see the Doc!

    When your sushi chef is wearing gloves (he was using to make your sushi w/) to hold a pen and then go back to what he was doing
    Florence K.

    I just started working for MGUH last week. I had food from the hot bar for consecutive 3 days and was pretty satisfied. It is pretty expensive (even having come from Manhattan, NY) but I was willing to let that pass for consistent, high quality food. However, today will be the last day I eat here. I am currently sitting at the sushi bar and while throroughly observing one of the sushi chefs, I noticed he is not meeting standard hygiene precautions while handling our food. For the past 20 minutes I've been sitting here, he has not once changed his gloves. The guy is CONSTANTLY working on sushi, then holding pens, then touching order forms, and bending down and pulling/pushing all drawers located beneath him. It's quite appalling and I've already lost my appetite but thankfully my sushi was made from the other chef next to him (who is only handling food). Please see attached photo of the guy writing something with his gloves on. He then of course proceeded immediately to making maki rolls for the next customer. Disturbing and disgusting. Bon appetit.

    Sara C.

    This 5/5 review is only for the sushi bar. The two main chefs are exceptionally friendly and talented, the food is always fresh and artfully prepared, and the offerings include both standard sushi rolls and creative pairings. The sought-after seats at the sushi bar are definitely the best - where you can watch the chefs prepare each plate masterfully. Unfortunately, the sushi bar is only open M-F (but the chefs are so friendly, you wouldn't want them to have to work weekends). The specials here are an exceptional draw -- 1. The lunch special: for $9.95, you can get a miso soup, salad, and either a) a california roll and 5 pieces of nigiri or b) 2 of the simpler rolls (think spicy tuna, salmon avocado, eel cucumber). This deal runs from 11-2:30 and is tough to turn down. 2. The sushi happy hour: from 3-7pm all nigiri are $1 per piece (usually an order is 2 pieces for $4-6) -- and just as fresh as during peak times. This is a great way to try some more far out options (squid, baby octopus) or make a great dinner on the favorites (salmon, yellow tail, tuna). 3. The fancy rolls are worth the price: the volcano, viagra, and las vegas rolls are fantastic. The non-sushi service is relatively slow (I've had to refill my own water several times and the check takes longer than the food), but the casual ambiance makes this a non-issue. One thing to note: it's on Georgetown's main campus, right next to the medical center, so its main customers are doctors, students, and patients. It's absolutely packed during lunch hours but also offers a quiet place (The restaurant also offers made-to-order sandwiches, some better than others, and a per-pound buffet for each meal. They have standard and high-end snacks as well - chips, protein bars, sodas, coffee, desserts. And a full-service bar. The recently opened noodle bar seems plain and over-priced, though I have not yet ventured to that corner of the joint.)

    Lunch special. Salmon avocado and unagi maki

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    Great service. Food is tasty and salad har amazingly fresh. We love the fresh seafood salad and look forward to having eating it weekly.

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    It's so average - everything about this place is average - food service wait time etc. mid

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    No coffee on Sunday morning at a restaurant servicing a University hospital. Great idea management.

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    Umai Nori - Sashimi platter was a 10/10

    Umai Nori

    4.6(280 reviews)
    1.6 miDowntown

    I stopped by Umai Nori in DC for a late lunch. It wasn't too busy when I went, but I could…read moredefinitely see this place getting packed for dinner. The layout is interesting -- there's an upstairs when you walk in, but the sushi bar and a good bit of seating are downstairs. The menu is pretty straightforward with a mix of hand rolls, appetizers, specialty rolls, nigiri/sashimi, and traditional rolls. They also have a few solid combo deals, though I usually prefer trying a variety of items instead. Service was quick, which is always appreciated at a sushi spot. We ordered a few specialty rolls, two traditional rolls, and a couple orders of sashimi, all served together on one platter. The rolls were a great size -- filling without being overly large. The sashimi was fresh, and the traditional rolls really balanced out the meal nicely. The flounder and tuna sashimi were both excellent, and the California roll made with real crab was simple, fresh, and really satisfying. The total came out somewhere in the $70 range, so after tip and splitting it between two people, it was about $40 each to try multiple rolls and sashimi. Definitely fair pricing for the quality and amount of food. This spot had been on my list for a while, so I'm glad I finally made it over. I'd recommend checking out the menu beforehand so you can go in with a game plan and try the items that stand out most to you.

    I sat at the bar. It took 20 minutes to talk to a server. The guy next to me, who came after me,…read morewas able to order before me. It seemed like the distribution of customers was not in favor of my server, who was nice. I ordered a pint of beer but received a 12oz glass. The customers next to me had pints. I waited a long time before I could order again, and just sat there too long with an empty glass, or plate, or waiting to pay. I eat A LOT of sushi, and this experience was not great. If I'm inspired to write a review, it should say something because I have very few reviews and use yelp regularly Food was excellent

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    Sushi Gaku

    Sushi Gaku

    4.2(17 reviews)
    0.6 miGeorgetown

    Welcome to Georgetown, Chef Ota and Sushi Gaku!…read more Fun fact: Chef Ota is one of the only chefs in the area to hole a fugu preparation license! Making a dinner reservation on their online platform was a breeze and seamless. Try their Okimari Prix Fixe, as it comes with miso soup, a choice of a sashimi carpaccio, 10 pieces of premium nigiri, a choice of maki, and ice cream. There is also Gakyu Omakase specialties, where one is a sushi course and one is a fugu course (that is seasonal). They also have Signature Sushi Sets, in which the Edo Style Nigiri and the Gaku Sushi Assortment are recommended! We enjoyed the Chef's Langoustine Lobster roll and the Chef's Crunchy Spicy Tuna roll, several nigiris (Aburi-style), and the sushi sets. Other options include various soups, apps, and a la carte items. Service was kind, friendly, and attentive. Look for the Sushi Gaku sign/plaque, and go downstairs. The space is bright and clean, and I liked the 'sparkly' fabrics they used for the furniture. Metered street parking can be found in the area. +omakase +sushi sets +online reservations available

    Thrilled to have an authentic sushi option so close. The menu included chef designed pre-fixe…read moremeals, but also allowed you to order a la carte from an impressive selection of sashimi, sushi and maki rolls. The yellowtail sashimi carpaccio is absolutely worth trying. The soft shell crab rolls were perfectly crisped. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive. Beautiful mini orchids adorned all the tables. And even though it was raining today, their back courtyard looks like it will eventually be a delight for outdoor dining. Looking forward to my next visit.

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    Sushi Gaku - Sashimi carpaccio

    Sashimi carpaccio

    Sushi Gaku - Handmade fresh udon noodles with crispy shrimp Tempura.

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    Two Nine - Arctic Char

    Two Nine

    4.1(42 reviews)
    0.8 miGeorgetown

    Every dish here was gorgeous. The tekka chirashi was my favorite -- lean, medium fatty, fatty, and…read moretartar tuna all in one bowl. The takuji chirashi and the 10-piece omakase sashimi platter were also incredibly fresh and high quality. And don't even get me started on the basque cheesecake - still thinking about that caramelized top and sweet, velvety center. I love that they're a matcha and chirashi cafe by day and an omakase spot by night. The interior is incredibly intimate, with only two tables for people eating chirashi bowls, and relatively small bar seating for people doing omakase. The staff were incredibly attentive and friendly, giving us amazing service.

    Came by here for lunch on a weekday and there weren't too many people. Their restaurant is kind of…read morein a side/back alley but wasn't hard to find. We ordered to-go which you do from a window right at the front and received the food and drinks within 10-15 min. We got the salmon and unadon chirashi bowls. They're pretty good but not anything new or interesting if you are a fan of sushi. But quality and freshness is good! The matchas I was a little more disappointed about. We tried both the signature shaken matcha and matcha latte. I do prefer my matchas a little more on the sweet side and even with simple syrup added, I felt like the matchas both weren't sweet and concentrated enough? Not sure if those are the right words, but I felt like they weren't the best matchas I've tried. Overall, I would come back again to try more of their food!

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    Two Nine - Bar

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    Two Nine - Salmon Chirashi, Unadon (eel)

    Salmon Chirashi, Unadon (eel)

    Two Nine - Ikura - so sweet and tasty

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    Ikura - so sweet and tasty

    Susheria - 3 types of sushi roll, Mate, Georgetown Roll, and Hinode

    Susheria

    3.9(448 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Came to experience the Thursday night grown folks R&B night. The music was on point and the food…read morewas good but the service was lacking. If you love old & new R&B this is the place to be on Thursday & Sunday nights. My only complaint is that the music is so loud it's hard to have a conversation or even place your order. We had to ask our waitress multiple times for limes, soy sauce and a to go box. I don't blame her for being overwhelmed since the music was so loud but there is room for improvement! Sebastian Roll: 10/10 fried crab roll was delicious. This is my new go to roll! Buenos Aires Roll: 7/10 nothing crazy. Reminded me of an elevated California roll with torched salmon on top. Vegetable Gyoza: 7/10 pan fried instead of boiled which I prefer! Kind of bland. Would be better with a different sauce or added protein. Calamari: 7/10 good but it did not stand out. Comes with both rings & tentacles. We don't like tentacles so we ate around them.

    This place feels like it tried to be a hit in the 90s and failed. The sushi just isn't that good,…read morethe whole menu is white washed mid sushi at high prices. The ceviches and crudos and such are all fine, but they're not good. It makes it hard to want to enjoy them at all. Service is nice and friendly, but understaffed. Everything took incredibly long. Why are they understaffing this place?!? Especially at the prices. The cocktails are actually pretty good, though the wine list is uninteresting. It's a fine spot if you're looking for a quick meal in Georgetown, but it's not a destination spot by any means.

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    Susheria - Bar area

    Bar area

    Susheria - Lomo Saltado

    Lomo Saltado

    Susheria - The kale and vegetable filling tasted like puréed vegetable soup.

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    The kale and vegetable filling tasted like puréed vegetable soup.

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