I'm so happy I finally tried Kusshi!!!! Fresh sushi with a twist that I haven't had before. I love good sushi and this place did just the trick! So many different flavors in a small bite! I sat at the bar and got the best service from the bartender! I love that this place is lowkey and in the cut. They're also open late! I tried 3 different sushi rolls and each one was packed with flavor! I got them all spicy for an extra kick! I wanted to try everything lol read more

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Closer to 4.5, just got back from happy hour and the seared salmon was so good. It just melts in your mouth and has a great smoky flavor. Also got the wings and they were crunchy and decent size. The spicy tuna roll was all right. Legit spicy so be aware of that (I've had spicy rolls at other places and it's never actually spicy). For my drink, I got the salaryman which had a great lychee flavor base and it was very refreshing. Enjoyed the actual lychee it came with too. My friends forced me to also have a sake bomb and it was fun to basically annihilate it. Food came out pretty fast and the service was great. All in all, fantastic happy hour. read more

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I've been coming to this location since it first opened, and the quality has really gone downhill. I've regularly eaten sushi all my life, and this is the only location where I've found fish bones and scales in my food. One time there was nigiri made with stale rice, but at least that only happened once. I've had scales in the sushi a couple of times, and the bones have appeared at least three or four times. As far as the quality of the fish goes, it seems pretty hit or miss. I used to really enjoy the extra fatty tuna before I had a particularly bad order, and then I never bothered getting it again because it's a pricey order. The cuts also do not seem to be as generous as they once were. I've continued to give this place a chance because most of the servers have been very pleasant, and I've had some nice memories here. But last week I was at this location for a celebration, and we had sushi with both fish bones and a scale attached. The sushi with the bones was comped, but the sushi with the scale was not. I think I've hit my limit with this location. I'm also surprised that they don't seem to have taken better precautions against fish bones appearing in their sushi given that this has happened multiple times. As much as I've enjoyed coming here, I'm tired of having to wonder about whether or not I'll find something in my food again. Like I said, this is literally the only sushi restaurant that I've ever been to that I've had these issues with, let alone consistently. There are other places in the area that are worth going to if you're after sushi. read more

My first time going to Kusshi and it was such a great experience! The space was filled with patrons so I knew this would be a good restaurant to try. I ordered appetizers, main courses, sushi and drinks! Everything we had was AMAZING! I really enjoyed the items our server recommended too. She made sure we had everything we needed. They have inside and outside seating which is perfect for nice day- I would definitely be back! I want to try their HH next. read more

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Drinks were great, atmosphere at the bar on a Saturday evening (10pm) was lively. Music was good at the bar yet the music in main dining room (back end of restaurant) was respectfully quiet. Pineapple sushi was superb!!!!! Food arrived in reasonable time. Staff was great. read more

Kusshi - hibiscus rose (short) - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Let me start with with I am extremely excited to have tried this new place. Compliment to the itamae for the amazing sushi. The lava is probably one of the best sushi combination I've ever eaten and it's a favorite for sure; followed by the smoke salmon. The service was excellent, everything came in an orderly manner and our server was extremely nice. It's a very nice and quiet of a place. Great for big parties as well as small ones. Enjoyed it very much. The music isn't loud so makes it easier as well to have conversations. read more

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Overall, this is decent sushi made much more appealing by its extensive happy hour. We visited during happy hour, which featured a strong selection of seafood, cocktails, sake, and wine. The discounts were quite noticeable. The seared salmon normally costs $10 but drops to $4 during happy hour. Service was not the fastest but our server was very kind and accommodating. *Lychee Cosmo: sweet and fragrant. Although it was advertised as lychee forward, it leaned more toward a cherry blossom or floral profile and tasted somewhat artificial. *Kusshi Margarita: refreshing with a solid pour. *Seared Fatty Salmon: a nicely thick cut of salmon that was evenly seared. I did wish the mayo topping had more flavor as it felt more textural than impactful in taste. *Nigiri and Sashimi Combo: came with three pieces each of sashimi and nigiri, featuring tuna, salmon, or yellowtail. I was impressed by the thickness of the cuts. The tuna was tender and clean, the yellowtail was rich and fatty, and while the salmon was leaner, it was still fresh and not fishy. *Toro Crispy Rice: the tuna was very rich and fatty. The rice was well prepared and not overly oily, but the dish could have used something acidic or herbal, like shiso or pickled radish, to balance the richness. *Salmon Avocado Roll: the avocado complemented the lean salmon well. The roll was generously filled and the rice did not overpower the ingredients. *Spicy Tuna Roll: the tuna was quite mild, so the roll lacked strong flavor, though the fish itself was tender. Structurally, the roll was well made and evenly filled. *Salmon Sushi Bowl: came with six slices of salmon over plain rice and pickled vegetables. I wish the rice had been seasoned with vinegar. The pickles added a nice crunch and contrast. *Scallop Nigiri: not part of the happy hour menu. The scallop itself was large and soft, with more natural saltiness than sweetness. It would have benefited from a more acidic rice base to balance it out. The sushi itself is not particularly memorable, but it is solid across the board. I would not pay full price, as there is room for improvement in flavor, but the happy hour value brings this closer to a four star experience rather than a three and a half. read more

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Always likes the atmosphere at Kusshi, open , modern and mixed with Fusion Japanese vibe. Great location, in Pike & Rose, with parking garage next to it. Service was ok. Friendly service at beginning but our waiter got a little overwhelmed after more customers started coming, hence was not very attentive, rather he was attending to the larger crowd. Additionally, he didn't put in some of our orders in during happy hour, and not able to doit any more after 6pm.‍ Food: sashimi- slices were real thick, not sure that was good. Wagyu fried rice $38-not worth it, rice was dry and lack of flavor, and some of the wagyu meat were hard to chew. Kusshi noodle-delicious. Chicken Curry katsu curry- chicken over fried, curry sauce was good. Hamachi kama- wonderful, large portion, definitely recommend. Happy hour-great deal. read more

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If you're looking for a quick bite to eat, some sushi, definitely come here you can stay as long as you want, or it can be quickly brought to you because the service was also very fast, especially sitting at the bar. They had a hibiscus and rose cocktail that I loved drank two of them so fast. they have table seating as well as bar seating, which makes it comfortable for like dinners date night, as well as just watching a game. The sweet shrimp was amazing and my friend loves the fatty tuna Chutoro. And the role I got was also amazing. We ended up getting the rock shrimp and edamame, which were really nice. I will be back for sure. read more

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I hadn't visited Kusshi in a while and my friend wanted sushi so it was an easy choice. I've been here several times, but my review is old so a new one is warranted. We ordered several apps and sushi to share. The waiter was attentive and helpful. The sushi was super fresh and the highest quality as it has been each visit. Here's my breakdown: Shrimp and veggie tempura: very crunchy and the perfect temperature. Cooked perfectly. Tuna ball: always a favorite. Fresh and very very delicious Shishito peppers: charred and seasoning was spot on. Volcano roll: as expected, nothing that blew me away, but great nonetheless still wonderful Phoenix roll: this one was great too. Probably one of my favorites Ruby roll: I can't give a review on this as I didn't try it, but my friend really enjoyed it Creamy California roll: it was just that. Creamy. Great experience overall. I continue to recommend it here. read more

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Overall: good food, lackluster service, cute casual ambiance, multi-stall gendered restrooms I was surprised how easy it was to get a seat right away dinner time on a Saturday. We had udon, 2 special rolls, and miso soup. Everything was delicious, but nothing stood out to set them apart from the other sushi spots we frequent. I loved the balance of noodles, meats, and veggies in the noodles. I wish our servers would have checked in on us more often and i didn't like how the drink menu was only accessible online. read more

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summary: a bit of an underwhelming experience, but overall ok. The restaurant is located in the Pike & Rose retail area and offers Japanese style cuisine at a somewhat premium price (also offers Omakase, which is somewhat unique, so that's cool too!). The service was pretty disappointing. It wasn't too busy of a time, but we were pretty infrequently checked on and kind of left idling for pretty long stretches of time. The food was okay. The noodle dish was mid $20, so I definitely expected more. The meat was tough and chewy. A bit disappointing considering it was their namesake dish. The sushi was decent. If I was rating the sushi alone without the other food and service, I'd probably say it was a 4/5. However, I'm not sure that given my experience, how I would feel about splurging for their Omakase. read more

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Kusshi is an awesome sushi spot that is open late on most nights. They have Alaina Japanese foods such as sushi, sushi boats, noodle dishes, and sake. This spot is laidback with a calm atmosphere. The miso soup is delicious and I love their California rolls. I always receive great service and refreshing cocktails here. Parking is plentiful in one of their many garages within pike & rose. I like the location as it's tucked back a little bit from the main streets. I also love that there's a small market adjacent to the restaurant that sells Asian snacks and drinks. Super fun to browse and try new foods! I will definitely be back! read more

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10/10. We aren't from the area, but every year we come back to this restaurant because it's that good. We have so much fun here, not to mention the food is also good. The place just has a cool vibe to it, and we love our girl Kaylee, Manager and Bartender. She was a blast and made the experience for our group. We'll be back next year for year 3 read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

That 3 to 6 PM "Happy Hour" is a GREAT deal. Good food all around. Sit at the sushi bar if you go solo or just two of you. Trust me. The service was so attentive but not obtrusive. And it had a real cool vibe, modern but without pretentiousness, hip without trying to be. read more

3/5 Kusshi in Bethesda has a great vibe and truly excellent service the staff was friendly and attentive the entire time. The tuna belly was outstanding, easily one of the best bites of the night. However, the seared salmon was way too sweet for my taste. I wish they'd lean into a more savory, balanced flavor like Umi Sushi does. With a few tweaks to their seasoning, this place could easily be a five-star spot. I suggested some garlic chili oil read more

Kusshi - Seared - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

I ordered Kusshi Sushi via Uber Eats, and to say I was disappointed is an understatement. I love shumai and sushi. The reviews seemed favorable, so off I went to order my favorite dishes. I ordered shrimp shumai and the Bethesda Roll. The shrimp shumai was horrid. They were so small. I called them "popables"...just pop them in your mouth and done. They were served steamed with no amount of flavor. I prefer for shrimp shumai to be medium / large with pieces of shrimp you can actually taste. I've had shumai with robust ginger flavors as well. All of what I thought was customary for shrimp shumai was non-existent with Kusshi Sushi's version. Eating it, along with the lack of presentation, left much to be desired. I would never get this dish again. The Bethesda Roll was typical -- tuna, salmon and avocado. There was nothing memorable about it. Just sushi. Although my Kusshi Sushi experience was via Uber Eats, I think all experiences -- regardless if takeout or dine-in -- should leave a good impression. Unfortunately for Kusshi Sushi, I wouldn't try it again. read more

Kusshi - Shrimp Shumai - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Quality of food, particularly sushi and sashimi are exceptional, You won't find sushi with this quality at this price point anywhere nearby. The problem I'm having is their service. Waiter is not familiar with the menu and couldn't even address simple questions. We ordered a set and missing items multiple times and needs repeated asking. I'm not asking for first class service but what we're having is not acceptable. read more

Very upset by my doordash order. The ikura salmon Roe looked beautiful but upon contact with my tongue it was bursts of sour and extremely fishy. The miso Soup container had dish soap on the sides and I still can't get the dish soap taste out of my mouth!!!! The hamachi collarbone was overcooked. The rolls have no consistency with rice:fish ratio. The silver spring location is much better... read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Thursday 1/2/2025 I've never had a real authentic sushi experience so my friend Tyler recommended the firecracker roll from kusshi sushi. I made an online order through uber eats and got the takoyaki $9, Kusshi seared fatty salmon belly (nigiri) $11, pan-fried pork gyoza $11, Kusshi wings $14, and the firecracker roll $17. - the firecracker roll was a first time experience for me and it was alright (I still don't see the sushi hype). - The salmon nigiri was also a new item for me and it was pretty good. It had a sweet & savory type of sauce that really elevated the taste. - Takoyaki (octopus balls) is once again another item I had never tried before and they were a nice surprise. They were topped with flakes and a sweet, savory white sauce & brown sauce that complimented it well. - The kusshi wings were pretty good but could've benefited from the wings being more moist by saucing them a bit more (the sauce was good). Didn't realize until after but $14 for 6 wings is pretty ridiculous. Wings should not be more than $2 per wing. - The pork gyoza (pan-fried) was alright but none special. Overall, the food was pretty decent but also very EXPENSIVE when you consider some of the portions received. read more

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Hi I'm Elianna I write a lot of reviews but this one is really really my favorite I love Kusshi, it is like rating my own home it's cozy amazing pictures and all the staff are kind and hardworking. But the food is a 1,000 star rating it's just magical I think it's my favorite restaurant by far! Wrote by: Elianna NOT Ben Ben's daughter My favorite restaurant: Kusshi by far read more

Came by a couple times while I was in the area and each time was a hit. Coming from the washington state area, had pretty high expectations when my buddy decided to have us come out for Japanese. I've had a variety of things off the menu (ramen, chicken wings, sushi boat, sea bass, hamachi collar, etc) and I've been impressed with each. Definitely would come back again if I'm in the area read more

Kusshi will always be the first sushi place I recommend to friends when they're looking for fresh, tasty, creative sushi. Their signature rolls are so delicious and there's a diverse menu to choose from. On top of that, if you don't like sushi or seafood there are plenty of other options like ramen or katsu chicken/pork. I've been here many times and each time the waiters have been so kind and helpful when looking through the menu. There is also plenty of comfy seating inside, and the outside patio was recently renovated. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Very nice atmosphere and welcoming service. Non pretentious and pleasant also to go with kids.The shop selling the products is a nice touch. :) Food was great, and the beer too. Miso soup was greatly homogeneous and tasty, pan fried pork gyoza had a great texture in the mouth and was flavorful. Shrimp shumai was soft and tasty, I'd order all of it again. Next time I would really like to find someone e to share the suhi boat with!!! Looks so inviting :) read more

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So I've been here a handful of times now! Most recently was actually back in May but I found another location opened up in Rockville which is nice. My go to was always the red skins roll but their sashimi is also always a good option. Service was really good even when it was busy. Our servers checked in my table with my friends several time for beverage refills and any additional orders we wanted to place. It's a casual restaurant but also a good option for a semi-casual date night (nothing fancy). Recommendation would to have them add something unique to their menu (possibly even seasonal). With all the sushi restaurants in the area it gets challenging to stand out. read more

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Yummy veggie sushi! I got sweet potato roll - it was so good! My sister brought us there on vacation and it was a nice place to eat together! read more

Stopped by Kusshi for their 20% 6 year anniversary special. I was greeted and sat right when I came in and service was quick the entire time. they have indoor , outdoor and bar seating. I ordered the Redskins roll which was really good and fresh. They have a parking deck that is free for the first two hours which is very convenient read more

Kusshi - Redskins Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

We ordered a pickup order to go and were not disappointed. As a vegetarian who didn't eat fish, I so appreciated the hearty and full veggie options and that our server mentioned someone thinking about him quite a bit. I can't speak to the ambiance because my friend picked up before this. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Kusshi Sushi has certainly grown their empire! I remember when the location in Pike and Rose first opened - I admittedly was not super impressed, but I'm glad gave them a second chance, now I go back often! I try something new every time and I am never disappointed. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

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I order from Kusshi twice by Doordash. Both times they messed the order. The food was food, but the lackluster service was really bad. One time they got wrong a $30 order, and the second they forgot to put the miso soup orders in the delivery. The girl that was the Doordash driver offered to go back and pick it up, (40 minutes) but by then the whole dinner was somehow disturbed. The people at the restaurant were somehow immune to the complains, in both occasions. As indicated, normal quality for the food, as it is expected, nothing that really stands up. For the price, you may find equal or better options and for sure better service. read more

Went to Kusshi for dinner for the first time. The menu was extensive. We ordered several items and they were all prepared and seasoned well and beautifully presented. There was one item that we ordered that never came despite inquiries but it was ok. The order was cancelled and we had room for dessert. The portions were good and worth the prices. The drinks were delicious too. Our server was kind and very helpful but seemed too busy and pulled in many directions. Still plan to come back and try more items on the menu despite minor hiccups. read more

My fiancee and I had a wonderful time at Kusshi. The service was absolutely phenomenal, and our server, Jenny T, went above and beyond to attend to us, as well as make sure that we were happy with the quality of our food. We were particularly floored by her attention to detail, and willingness to make sure that my fiancee's food was allergy friendly. Even if the rest of the experience hadn't been exceptional (and it was!), she would have made it worth a return visit. Every dish was fresh, creative, and supremely delicious. Their uni, mackerel, and Pike & Rose roll were standouts even among the rest of the excellent options available. Their bartenders work pure magic where cocktails are concerned - be it for unique creations or twists on old classics. I cannot recommend this location enough for a special outing or date night, or if you're just feeling a bit fancy and looking for a very worthwhile treat. read more

My husband and I had lunch here on a Thursday, so the restaurant wasn't busy. The ambience was pleasant and the staff were friendly, but despite the slow crowd, the service took much longer than expected. We ordered the Takoyaki, Pork Katsu, Tonkatsu Ramen, and a Rainbow Roll. The standout dish was the Takoyaki--crispy on the outside with a moist, creamy filling. The ramen broth was delicious, but the noodles were overcooked and tasted more like spaghetti. The chashu pork was flavorful but tough; a longer cook time would have improved it. The Pork Katsu portion was generous, but the meat was overcooked and dry, and the side of rice was extremely dry as well. It would be great to see the restaurant invest in proper Japanese rice. The sushi was disappointing. It was cold with dry rice and tasted similar to what you'd find prepackaged at a grocery store, despite the premium price. This was our first time trying the restaurant, and unfortunately, it will likely be our last. read more

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Food was good and lots of innovative choice along with the classics. Service was quick and friendly. Only bad part was that when we called to marke a reservation we were told we really don't need to and they will be able to seat us right away.. when we got there at our targeted time .: they asked if we have reservations as there is 15-20 mins wait .. which was really disappointing and frustrating that and had to unnecessarily wait even though we had called in advance. In any case the nice sake and fresh delicious sashimi made us forget the pain ... read more

Came here with my mom this past weekend, and we loved every bite. The ambiance is charming and laid-back, though the little market at the front takes away from the upscale feel just a bit. The food was fantastic. We ordered sushi, chicken teriyaki, and an appetizer, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was excellent--our server was attentive and quick, making sure we had everything we needed. It is on the pricier side, but for the quality and experience, it was well worth it. Already looking forward to coming back. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Service was fine. Food tasted okay. The pork in the ramen was cooked really well. The portion size was kind of small for the price. read more

Kusshi - Ramen Tonkotsu - Sushi Bars Near Me - North Bethesda, Maryland

Kusshi is well known in the area for how consistent and good they are. and I'm slowly visiting every one. After my other favorite restaurant closed down I needed a pick me up. The service is always fast, good and attentive. My family and I stopped in at noon on a Sunday and were immediately escorted to a table. Our server was Karen and gave us time to order without rushing us. As soon as she saw our menus were set down, she appeared. I had the dragon roll and it was great. All of the flavors were balanced well and would recommend it. The agedashi tofu was a highlight for my vegetarian daughter along with the asparagus roll. To make it vegan/vegetarian, the agedashi tofu couldnt come with a sauce so my suggestion would be to have an alternative sauce, literally ANY vegetarian sauce to go with it and it's fire. The vegan ramen took longer than the sushi but that's to be expected. It was delicious and would recommend for vegetarians. Lots of toppings and lots of noodles. My lone complaint would be the lighting. Very dark for middle of the day. Food was great, service was great, would prefer it to be a bit brighter at the table. read more

After missing out on a group happy hour here (my coworkers now love this place) I was finally was able to stop by again to dine in. They have outdoor and indoor seating and an Asian snack shop in the corner which we do frequent when we're in the area. The indoor lighting is on the dim side, but I didn't mind that (I only took notice when I was trying to take food pics While the prices do seem high at first, you do get a lot of good quality food. We ordered the takoyaki, 9 piece nigiri sampler, Sunset roll, chilled green tea soba with shrimp and vegetable tempura, and Nutella roll. There is so much on the menu so even the pickiest eater is bound to find something they like. Also, kudos to having the cold soba option. My kid loves soba but is not a fan of hot soba on summer days. Service is great, people are attentive. The food came out all at once so no one was waiting for someone else's food to come (and the Nutella roll came out later as a dessert). When they realized my daughter was working very hard to use chopsticks, they provided a little plastic contraption that clips on to the chopsticks to provide some tension. The takoyaki was done well with the center not too gooey as in some places. There's plenty of sauce and wavy bonito flakes on top. The fish on the nigiri were fresh and there was not too much rice. The soba comes with a dollop of wasabi on top and I think seven spice in the dipping sauce. Since my child wasn't a fan of the spice, they brought some plain sauce for her with no fuss. The tempura. Get it. It's crispy and flavorful. I've been used to eating Costco shrimp tempura and I feel some restaurants use it, but not Kusshi! The way the tempura was crunchy and light can only be made fresh. Writing this makes me want more. The Nutella roll was fun. It's like a mango fruit leather wrapped around a banana topped with chocolate, Nutella, whipped cream, Oreo crumbles, and sliced strawberries. It was not too sweet and we appreciated the effort that must have gone into making this row. read more

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This is the second time at this restaurant and I love that they have a Groupon for $30 off if you purchase it $15. The food is excellent. I ordered the Maryland and the Phoenix roll and edamame. My friend ordered Ramen soup with chicken . I ordered the teriyaki chicken w extra sauce on the side. the only reason it's getting minus one star is the teriyaki chicken is dark meat only and it was a little chewy. I was wondering if it was undercooked. The Sapporo beer is a nice addition. our waitress was a good server and the place was busy. Highly recommend going here. It's also nice to eat outside if the weather is good. read more

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Located in Pike & Rose so there's limited street parking but right next to a garage that's free under 2 hours. We went on a Friday evening so had to wait for a bit. Once we got seated, our server was very attentive during the whole dining experience. We got the Maryland roll as appetizer then shoyu ramen and pork katsu as our main dish, and finished off with the Nutella roll as our dessert. Everything was very yummy and especially note worthy was the pork katsu. They were VERY generous with the amount of katsu, a whole 2 layers! It was very busy, very lively inside making it a great Friday evening dining spot. read more