The food was amazing! The service was very well and they were very respectful and kind. The…read morebackground music was also amazing.

My friends and I stumbled on this place after a show next door and were glad we did! They have some…read morebeautiful drinks in their mocktail menu, and the Strawberry Lychee one was very good and not too sweet. We order gyoza and high key it might have been the best gyoza I've ever had! The tofu edamame ramen was very good and flavorful! The restaurant is cute and upscale feeling but also cozy. The service was excellent and each plate was plated gorgeously.

Hands down best sushi in town, great sushi and great service as well!!! Servers are friendly and…read morehelpful, with a fair amount of options.

Always a positive experience. It starts off with free parking in a garage right behind the…read morerestaurant. Seating is generally available, with a quiet and pleasant atmosphere. Servers are friendly and helpful, with a fair amount of options. Interestingly my wife tried the oroshi tonkatsu (my normal go to), so I tried the beef gyu don. My wife really enjoyed the oroshi tonkatsu, and I found the beef gyu don to be tender, very flavorful, and had a wonderful amount of pickled ginger, so I was set (very satisfied). Our meals were rounded out with miso soup and a salad.

Amazing experience! Love their Cherry Blossom Sushi. Super fresh, perfect size , excellent…read morepresentation. Rolls were pretty tight, rice didn't fall apart unlike other places. Our server had the best customer service. (And we wish we asked her name). She gave me the allergy list and was very helpful and attentive overall!. She had a great attitude and it showed she takes pride in her work. The hostess last night, though, could use some serious training. She was the exact opposite. Very u friendly, didn't smile and just looked like she was somewhere else. Bookmarked for next time!

Booked a reservation here for a Friday night while working a convention in DC. We have been to…read moreseveral ramen/sushi places in the past, and this was another one we hadn't tried. Upon checking in we were sat at a 4 top and placed drink orders. We ordered sushi to start - I ordered a wagyu type sushi which was good. We also added a couple of rounds of dumplings which came out barely warm. For my entree I ordered a miso ramen- I asked for it without mushrooms. The taste was good. Overall I liked this place - bar area which was crowded and noisy, but the back seating area wasn't as busy and more laid back.

I came for the sushi pops but stayed for the sushi lol! Stumbled on Ichiban on a Sunday dinner…read morewhere we thoroughly enjoyed the FRESH sashimi and sushi! Tried the veggie gyoza and the GOLDEN shrimp - that is a must order, so good! they do have Happy Hour from M-FR from 230- 630pm!! such a long HH, you need to take advantage of. The Seared salmon roll from the HH menu was my favorite. The Japanese cream puff was SO light, it was a perfect ending to our meal. The free parking garage next door (library parking) makes it so convenient. Highly recommend for a lowkey dinner date out!

Ichiban Sushi & Ramen is a solid addition to the Shirlington dining scene. The first thing that…read morestands out is the environment, the restaurant is very clean and nice, which makes it a pleasant spot for a sit-down meal. Parking is a hit or miss, as far as the street, but there's garage parking nearby. Regardless, both you have to pay. The portions here are quite generous, and you definitely won't leave hungry and most likely with food to go for another meal at home. I.S.H. ROLL - $16.95 This roll was so delicious and very filling. It's packed with deep-fried tempura shrimp, jalapeño, cream cheese, and avocado, then topped with spicy kani, eel sauce, and spicy mayo (I omitted the eel sauce). The flavors work really well together, though for the price point, I do wish they used real crab meat instead of the kani (imitation crab). It would have taken the roll to the next level! I thought I would want more rolls to try but I barely could finish this alone. SHRIMP RAMEN BOWL - $18.95 I ordered this with the veggie broth, and it was a huge amount of food. It's a very hearty bowl, I added chili paste for some heat, though I personally wish they had chili oil instead, as it usually mixes into the broth a bit more smoothly. SHIRLEY TEMPLE $4 I had a Shirley Temple, it was a good drink, but be aware that they don't offer free refills on it which kinda was disappointing. As for the service, it was nice and perfectly decent. The staff was polite enough and the food arrived in a timely manner. Overall, Ichiban is a great choice if you want a clean atmosphere and large portions. While there are a few small areas for improvement like the crab meat and the drink refills, it's still a very satisfying place for a meal in Shirlington.

Old Town Charm Food…read more We had the Fire Crunch and Rainbow roll. My daughter loved her rainbow roll and the Fire Crunch was unique and delicious. Everything seemed fresh. If I was to give any critique on the food it wouldn't be what we had but what wasn't on the menu. My wife doesn't like raw fish and it seemed like they had very limited options for rolls with all cooked ingredients. Service Wait staff was friendly and everything was brought promptly. Ambience It is located in down town Alexandria in a very pretty place to walk around. Lots of restaurants around. This one has limited seating as others have mentioned by we didn't have any problems getting a table. I would come back here with my wife or daughter but would hesitate to bring a large party due to size. Price Two rolls and a drink was around $50 Summary Overall great place check it out.

Great food, friendly service and people, nice ambiance but a bit small. Worth checking out!read more

Hinata Sushi Bar & Grill is conveniently located in Old Town Alexandria and is a great choice…read morewhether you're in the mood for sushi, hibachi, or a combination of both. From the moment you arrive, you're welcomed with complimentary soup, salad, and water, all of which were fresh and flavorful. I visited around noon for lunch and was seated immediately. The restaurant was fairly quiet, which made for a relaxing dining experience. Service was exceptionally fast, and the staff was attentive throughout my visit. The atmosphere is clean, comfortable, and inviting, making it a great spot for a casual lunch or dinner. I ordered the shrimp teriyaki, which was $23. While it may be slightly higher priced than some alternatives, the quality, convenient location, and free parking make it well worth the cost. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely return in the future. If you're looking for quality Japanese cuisine in Old Town Alexandria, Hinata Sushi Bar & Grill is worth checking out.

Ordered delivery from here and was pleasantly surprised. Keep in mind that the roll pieces are all…read morebite sized -- the prices seemed too good to be true but then even the inside our rolls are the same size as the small regular ones. I ordered the following: Cherry Blossom Roll Yellowtail Roll Salmon Roll Alaska Roll Monster Roll Everything was great except the cherry blossom roll. The crab on the inside didn't do it for me so I'd probably pass on this one next time. Otherwise I enjoyed everything and appreciated the smaller portions and cheaper cost.

Food came out very soon after ordering, like within 5 minutes. Had the house pho, it was very good,…read morenice broth, very filling.

jesus fucking christ this is the best pho i've ever had in my life i just had to end my yelp hiatus…read morejust to review this place wow im getting emotional

Ryu Izakaya is literally the bomb. I have been 2 to 3 times in the past two months, and it has…read morequickly become one of my go-to spots. I usually go for their happy hour, which I love so much. Not only is the food great, but the interior is so cute and the ambiance is amazing. It has that cozy, intimate vibe with really fun decor, and they also have a larger dining area if you are going with a group. I have gone on weekday evenings for happy hour, and it has never been too crowded, which makes the experience even better. This place honestly feels like a hidden gem that I want to gatekeep but cannot. I always order the crunchy spicy salmon roll, smoked salmon nigiri, salmon nigiri, and tamago nigiri, and they never miss. Everything tastes fresh, flavorful, and well made. I have also brought friends here who are picky sushi eaters, and they all loved it, which says a lot. Definitely a spot I will keep coming back to and recommending. If you are looking for good sushi, great vibes, and a solid happy hour, this is the place.

They have really good flavors and a good happy hour. Attached to a motel, the bathroom situation is…read moreinteresting in that you have to leave the restaurant and go upstairs into the motel bathroom. The food and service were.l generally good but nothing stood out. I enjoyed their inari flight. The fried oysters were nice. Definitely go for their instagrammable drinks. Lychee martini was the star of the meal.