I live in the area but never really think to go to Rakuya, though a friend recently suggested it…read morefor dinner and I'm glad they did. Everything we ordered was fresh and well-prepared, with a few standout dishes: the black sesame yellowtail, deluxe tuna roll, and tuna crispy rice were all excellent. Service was a bit inconsistent, and toward the end of our meal they started cleaning up around us, including spraying chemicals with a pretty strong smell, which took away from the experience a bit. That said, the food really impressed me, and I'd definitely come back.

Vibe: cozy and upscale without feeling stuffy Service:…read moregreat and quick service during happy hour Value: love their happy hour Our happy hour experience was great! We particularly loved the chicken kara age, hangar steak with lettuce wraps, Dragon roll, and Soul train roll. Not sure about their dinner pricing, but happy hour feels like a great deal. Get there early for seating!

Their cold sesame noodles are PHENOMENAL!! I would come back here just for that! The curry was a…read morelittle salty but the chicken in the curry had a really good grilled flavor. It's inside the same area as Spot of Tea and South Block so there's not a ton of seating inside, but plenty of spots to sit outside if you walk a few minutes nearby! Service was good!

Disappointed that I got the tsukemen. Its basically their ramen but separated the broth from the…read moretoppings. Noodles were wrong for tsukemen. And they were cold! Toppings were ok, nothing to write home about. Broth was, like I said, just the ramen broth but in a separate container. And also just lukewarm. Likely wouldve gotten a good 3 star for me if I ordered this as a ramen and they didnt serve it in this togo container. But with this I can't recommend heading back there. Located in a food hall in Georgetown. I say check out the other ramen spots nearby.

Last weekend my niece and her husband came in from out of town and I had promised to take them to…read more Sakuramen, since I had raved about it before. They were NOT disappointed and praised the food and the warm welcome we got from the owner, who greeted us at the door. We ordered spicy miso ramen soup and appetizers, and each dish was customized to our tastes and full of rich flavors . It's obvious the food is made with fresh, wholesome ingredients and prepared with care and attention. The kimchi was a favorite, and we found out it was freshly made each week by the owner's mother. Sakuramen was busy and a person at the next table told us she came every Saturday. If I didn't live so far, I would too!.

got takeout and saw so many good reviews, but the food was just okay sadly. wouldn't go back :(read more

Food is always good. One of the few ramen places that I can actually finish my bowl. Favorite ramen…read morein the menu is the Shio, but I gave Mugi-miso a try, and it was really good. Not strong miso flavor that hurts your throat, but still has that umami flavor. Place can get packed especially at dinner. But quick turnaround. Can be a group or solo.

The ramen is smooth with the perfect amount of chewiness and yellow glossiness…read more The mugi miso ramen broth was rich and full of depth. The flavor profile of the broth was full bodied, creamy and robust even with a touch of nuttiness. The shoyu ramen bowl was dark, smoky and salty to an extent. It was good for the first few bites, but some may find it too much on the soy sauce profile making it hard to finish. Very solid bowl of ramen and the broths have a lot of character so it depends on which flavor suits your taste buds.

I'm a huge fan of this place…read more My friend and I had the ACYE option here, and the food was fabulously good. I didn't have many of their rolls, so I can't comment on that. Their appetizer game was fire though. I did several rounds of the ceviche, maguro avocado, pepper tuna tatami, yellowtail jalapeño, and everything was absolutely delicious. The ceviche was a standout--the mango added just the right touch of sweetness to balance everything out. Overall, the apps were super fresh and light, so I never felt weighed down even after multiple rounds. Honestly, I wish I lived closer to DC--I'd be here all the time.

My friends and I decided to try Toryumon last night for their unlimited sushi option, and at $35…read moreit's definitely a great value. We started with cocktails, and my mango margarita was huge and delicious, a great way to kick off the meal. Overall, the food was solid across the board. The truffle tuna sushi roll was the standout of the night and definitely worth ordering. One thing to note: all the portions are full-sized, which in my opinion defeats the purpose of an all-you-can-eat menu. I would have preferred smaller portions of just a few pieces so you can try more variety. Service was just okay. Our waitress had a difficult time understanding us, which made ordering a bit challenging at times. The ambiance also leaves something to be desired, it's fairly basic and doesn't add much to the dining experience. That said, if you're looking for an affordable spot with decent sushi and a fun unlimited option, Toryumon is a solid choice. I'm glad we tried it, though it's not a place I'd rush back to.

The Ambiance was really nice, I come from Los Angeles and it really holds up. The ramen and sushi…read morewere amazing, however the bento was a little bit lackluster, the curryw as amazing too though.

I came here on a weekday night to get ramen with two of my friends. We were seated right away and…read moreimmediately noticed the club-like music which gave the place a modern, upbeat vibe. We placed our orders and the food came reasonably quickly. Unfortunately the food itself was not the best. Although portions were large, the quality was not. The noodles were soggy, like they had been cooked way too long or were sitting in the water instead of being removed right away. The toppings tasted like the canned versions I could've bought myself at the store. I will not be coming back for ramen here. Maybe their other items are better?

Our family enjoyed the ramen and setting. Kids four course meal was awesome deal. Mixed drinks were…read moreinteresting and stronger than expected.

I love JINYA. I never been to the DC location. I always patronize the North Bethesda location…read more Different location but same delicious food. I ordered the spicy pork belly ramen with a boiled egg. It was so flavorful and was very hot. I also order the pork dumpling. You can't go wrong with them. The service was good. Our waiter was friendly but was rushing us to order. The restaurant was going to close in 1.5 hours so I get it to a certain extent. However, it is never a great feeling when you are being rushed. The ambiance was nice. It wasn't too crowded so it was pretty quiet. We were able to watch a basketball game while we were eating our ramen so that was cool. It was a great experience. If you are in the area check it out. Cheers!

A really nice dinner option up Wisconsin a ways from the over-crowded center of Georgetown, they…read moreare a neon oasis. The space is casual, but they nailed the decor. For my order, the starters were the stars for me. The fried kale is exceptionally flavorful for a simple veggie dish. Very tasty. Fried chicken bao and potstickers hit the spot, too, as did the edamame. I did sample one entree, the beef bowl, which I would say is both a bit small for the price and good but not one I will order next time. It seems like ramen is their most popular option, so I can't wait to go try it for myself. If you're nearby, I recommend trying them.

Delicious ramen spot with a great vibe and speedy service!…read more Stopped in with my boyfriend and we both got the staple OKI curry ramen. Did not disappoint!

We are here for work and one of my colleagues wanted to come here…read more It's located upstairs so remember to take the stairs on the left side. Super cool looking restaurant. As soon as we reached the top of the stairs, to the right is an amazing bar. Darker warm lighting in the whole restaurant. There are a few tables to the left of the bar, that's where we were seated, and more to the right and there's bar seatings as well We shared all the items ordered and enjoyed it all. Gyozas had wasabi on it so be careful but it was amazing with layers of flavors. The rice pot was more than enough for 4ppl to share with tons of meats and seafood inside. Like a paella but Japanese. Meatballs were underestimated but it delivered. Tasted amazing we had to order another one. Most items are one order, one item so ask before ordering. Service was perfect. Waitress always checked on us and food came out very timely.

Went during HH (5-7pm), had the Sake for $20, and then had chicken thigh, fried garlic, fries, and…read morebrussel sprouts with pork! Would definitely fried garlic again, and the brussel sprouts! Fries were filling but nothing massively special. Just a good bang for the buck

I finally had the opportunity to try Planta Queen in Dupont and it did not disappoint. I'm not a…read morevegan, but I was genuinely impressed by the food, ambience and drinks. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, making it a great spot for dinner. We decided to sample a variety of dishes, and everything was deliciously presented. Drinks: Cherry smoke show and Emperor's old-fashioned. Food: We ordered the bang, bang, broccoli, thousand layer crispy potatoes, beef, and broccoli, spicy tuna roll. Sweet ending: The sticky toffee pudding Moriah, our server was friendly and attentive, adding to the overall experience. Definitely a good time.

Meh. Was fine. Surprisingly few vegetables in the noodle dishes. The broccoli appetizer was very…read morecrispy but drowning in peanut sauce. Food came out super fast. We got our appetizer and hadn't even finished it when our entrees came out. Our drinks from the bar (that we ordered first) came out after that. Overall the food was pretty bland. Vegan doesn't have to be boring. Our server was lovely.