We had a late lunch at Ichiban Izakaya. We went during off hours around 2:30pm, and we brought our newborn in the stroller. They were very accommodating! The sushi rolls were very good. We enjoyed a shrimp shumai appetizer, and that was great! From the sushi rolls, we especially liked the specialty rolls. Our favorites were the Mt. Fuji roll and the Suica roll. The prices were reasonable. The server was friendly, and the food came out promptly. I had to change the baby's diaper in the women's restroom, and while they didn't have a formal changing table, they had a counter top that worked fine. Overall, great experience! I would definitely come back. read more

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Ordered take out of: *Karaage chicken *Maki B combo (spicy salmon, tuna, yellowtail) *Thai tea *Miso soup The Karaage was more flakey fried vs typical fried chicken you'd expect but it was so delicious and the spicy sauce wasn't too strong for someone who doesn't too well - it was just enough. The Maki B combo was very fresh and so delicious. The Thai tea was really good. The Miso soup was delicious but a little more salt than it properly needed. Got a free small side of salad with typical sauce. Overall happy with the quality. read more

This place had been on my list for some time and I finally walked over to check them out due to happy hour. It wasn't very busy when I walked in, which was fine with me. Happy Hour is for drinks only, btw. I wasnt entirely impressed with my drink. It was pretty sweet. I came for food, too, but only ordered the shumai, which was just okay. The prices were kind of high, too! My main issue was my service experience. I was a solo diner but witnessing other tables w/more people come in and be served faster didn't sit well with me. It took a long time to even put my drink order in and by the time they returned with that, I just ordered an appetizer and then asked for my check so that I could go eat pizza around the corner. I was sitting towards the front. So, it's not like I was tucked away in the back and invisible somewhere. Kind of a bummer because the reviews are so great! Maybe it was an off day but all it takes is one bad experience for me to shy away. I probably wont be back anytime soon. read more

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3 stars is for the food not the service. Service was a 5 so I settled at a 4. This was a quick stop before a movie at Hoffman. The inside is small but super cute. You have the option of sitting down, or placing an order at the kiosk for carry out. What originally was supposed to be carry out turned into dine in and they were quick onto to accommodate us. I ordered basic salmon and shrimp tempura rolls. I was disappointed with how flavorless they were honestly. I generally am not too adventurous outside of my known sushi spots so I thought I would be safe with the basics but unfortunately I was wrong here. I might try a speciality roll if I'm there and have a craving but I wouldn't travel for it. read more

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Went for the Valentine prefix menu. Great decision on my part!!!! We enjoyed the wonderful meal. We were both very full and we were both hungry so the meal did the job. Sushi and Sashmi were both fresh and good. The pork belly ramen was excellent but I thought the sauce was a little too salty for my taste...but I dont use salt in my dishes so it's probably just me. Wife had no issues. Dessert was cheese cake w a macaron on top in the shape of a heart. They also gave my wife a small box of candy for valentine's.. very nice touch. We highly recommend the place and we will be visiting again..very soon. read more

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The ramen here is absolutely amazing. The staff is super friendly. The ambience is very traditional and the staff is more than happy to educate on the menu. The venue is the perfect size for a date. My lady and I will be returning and becoming regulars here. read more

This is a cute little spot! We went here for sushi. There was a bit of a crowd, but they sat us right away. My daughter ordered chicken katsu, and the portion was huge! The chicken was so tender! The sushi was decent overall. Fresh, nicely prepared, and the presentation was impressive--clean, colorful, and inviting. Not the best I've ever had, but definitely enjoyable. If you don't mind the wait, it's worth a visit for solid sushi, generous portions, and good service. read more

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Hidden gem alert! Authentic Japanese flavors, heartfelt service, and some of the best Teriyaki Salmon we've ever had! My wife and I stopped by Ichiban Izakaya on a quiet Sunday afternoon and what a wonderful find! This cozy spot serves truly authentic Japanese food with warmth and care. We shared the Kiyomizu Shoyu (vegetable noodle soup), Ichiban Teriyaki Salmon, and Harumaki (Japanese-style veggie egg rolls). Everything was fresh, beautifully plated, and delicious. The miso soup was the best I've ever had, and the Teriyaki Salmon was grilled perfectly -- tender with a rich, flavorful sauce. Our waitress was kind and attentive, and the owner personally came out to thank us after hearing our compliments. She was gracious and clearly takes pride in her craft -- you can taste it in every bite. As a lovely surprise, she brought us a complimentary dessert sampler: Yuzu Cheesecake with a berry base and two delicate cream buns -- strawberry and key lime -- that simply melted in our mouths. Highly recommend Ichiban Izakaya! Authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and a genuine personal touch make this a must-try in Alexandria. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I always order takeout from here and it's always a solid choice. My go to is the kyoto roll, it's always very fresh. The wait staff is very friendly. It's very casual inside, but I'm always able to get a table. read more

A weekly favorite when able to make it. This charming sushi bar shares wonderful sushi and other fine foods. The owners/chefs and staff display outstanding hospitality. A must visit. Great food! Great place!! read more

Ichiban Izakaya - Japanese Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

This is a mediocre restaurant. I say this after having gone twice with my wife and trying a total of six dishes. The ramen was nothing special. The bulgogi beef was served with little and cheap meat with the crunchy/chewy parts you have to spit in your napkin. The rolls have little fish and/or ikura and have too much sauce that overpower the fish taste. In the end you feel you are eating food from a cheap food truck, though I had better meals served out of food trucks. I will not go back, I went twice and my second visit confirmed my first impression. read more

Ichiban Izakaya is a charming sushi spot in East Eisenhower, Alexandria, with convenient street parking--we found a spot right out front. The service was friendly, and the food didn't disappoint. The ikageso karaage (fried squid) was a standout--light, crispy, and not greasy. We also enjoyed the hot house saké, seaweed salad, Asakusa special roll, and sushi sashimi combo. Great food, great service--I'd definitely go back! read more

I got the miso ramen, the broth had no flavor and the noodles were really chewy. The server was very rude, I get having a bad day but as someone who worked in the food industry for years you do not take that out on customers. The restaurant it self was cute and the chef was really nice! The sushi was okay but what made me do 2 stars instead of 1 was the chef! The server should take notes from him. read more

Nice cozy spot. Great food and friendly staff. We tired there california rolls and spring rolls. read more

Ichiban Izakaya - Harumaki - Japanese Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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It was just ok. I was craving ramen after watching a movie yesterday evening. This was the closest ramen spot to the AMC theater. It wasn't too busy, so my boyfriend and I were able to get seated right away. I ordered crab salad (pretty tasty and the addition of tempura flakes on top gave it a nice crunch). Yet, the ginza shoyu wasn't it. The noodles weren't cooked through, the broth wasn't very flavorful, and the pork slices were just Ok. The whole dish was just bland. I dislike wasting food, but I couldn't even get into this. My boyfriend ordered the chicken teriyaki and he enjoyed it. I tried a piece of the chicken and it was very flavorful although the overall dish was drenched in sauce. When it's time to pay, you go up to the counter to pay. There was some confusion on their end about how to split payment among two cards, so they spent some time trying to figure that out which was confusing me to me because it's not that hard to do. Wouldn't recommend or go back here. read more

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Great service, excellent food for the price makes for great value and I get 6X points on my neighborhood rewards for my CC. My apartment rewards get me happy hour and meal discounts too. Have enjoyed Raman, poke bowl, seaweed salad, volcano roll, and much much more! read more

I've been coming here since they were located in Old Town Alexandria. This small, cozy restaurant is nothing short of amazing. It genuinely has a special place in my heart. I wasn't a sushi person until I started eating here. I recommend trying the Yami Yammy Roll. It's my personal favorite. Besides the amazing food and drinks, the atmosphere plays a huge part in why I love this restaurant so much. It's very welcoming and cozy. The service is 10/10. I love coming here with my boyfriend and seeing the same faces. It feels homely. God bless this restaurant and the family that works here. May God continue to flourish and prosper this establishment and the beautiful souls that keep it running. I will always support. read more

Ichiban Izakaya - Yami Yammy Roll. 8 Piece Asakuza Roll. Izakaya Roll. - Japanese Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Valentine's Day special was superb! Service is always fantastic. Owners care about their customers and quality of the food. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Easy website to navigate for online ordering (and even includes pictures!). The food is ready quickly and you'll receive a text when your order is ready. The packing for takeout orders is great! The food is delicious! The restaurant was full when picking up my takeout order, and the servings were huge! read more

So happy I found this little spot! All of the rolls I got were so delicious and the presentation was amazing as well. Super fresh tasting sushi overall. The service was very fast and the restaurant was pretty clean too which was really nice. The volcano roll was my favorite out of the four rolls total. Next time me and my partner go we really want to try the Ramon, the table next to us got that and it look super yummy. Highly recommend this place! read more

Ichiban Izakaya - 8 Piece Volcano Roll - Japanese Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I ordered the last time here today. Was waiting again my order for 40 minutes And they even wasn't busy.

Simply amazing. Thank you to Gary and the Ichiban team for a consistently warm and friendly experience ... and spectacular menu. A total treat for the tastebuds. Our "go to" for authentic Japanese comfort food that competes with restaurants on the streets of Tokyo. read more

Finding decent sushi on door dash can be tricky. Thankfully, Ichiban Izakaya is the real deal. Each roll is handcrafted using fresh ingredients. The rolls are mostly fish and very little filler, which I genuinely appreciate. This place is my official go-to for door dash sushi! read more

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I went for a quick bite to eat. I got the Maki B combo. The spicy tuna, spicy salmon, and spicy yellow was so dry. The rice was really dry and hard. The was not flavor to any of the rolls. The only flavor I got was from the sesame seeds. Adding the wasabi didn't help at all. This is the worst sushi I had ever tasted. I don't recommend this place for anyone to try out. You're wasting your money when you come here. I would go to Wegmans for sushi before coming here. read more

We expected the ramen bowla to be larger and more flavorful , as we've had ramen in other towns and got that and more for less money. The sushi was really good though. Customer service was a bit lacking as well. We may be back because this place is close to where we live but I wouldn't say it was my favorite ramen. read more

This place is fantastic!! A hidden gem. This was our 2nd time here and it did not disappoint. Great sushi and sashimi. Excellent service! And now, with happy hour 7 days a week from 3-6, what more can you ask for. We will definitely be back! Highly recommended. read more

We came in for a quick bite and this place was pretty good! The ramen broth was rich and my husband really liked his ginza roll. I thought that the crunchy spicy salmon roll was a little on the blander side, but I still enjoyed my food overall! Will definitely be back. read more

Ichiban Izakaya - Crunchy spicy salmon roll and Ginza roll - Japanese Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I've been looking for a good spot for Japanese food since moving, and this is it!! I loved the pork buns and gyoza. Service is always friendly and super quick. read more

I've now ordered twice for delivery and can't wait to order again. It's the best new sushi place in the area each time I've ordered the food has been consistent and delicious and super fast. I hope this place gets popular and stays. read more

I ordered a spider roll online today and I took it home to eat. The substituted out the damn soft shell for imitation crab. I thought it was odd there were no legs sticking out, then as I ate it I realized it was Krab. SHADY MOVE! Not cool. read more

Ichiban Izakaya - Japanese Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Great food and fast service. Their sushi roles are fresh. And there is a lot of variety.

I live right beside this place and was excited to try it. It definitely did not dispute, I now go about once a week and every sushi roll I have tried is delicious! They are very quick to make it fresh as well. read more