Great happy hour specials and great bar service. My wife and I recently went here for date night without a reservation. I had doubts about being able to just walk in and get seated but we were offered seats at both the bar and chefs bar, both with full menu and service. We opted for the bar which still had about 45 minutes left on happy hour. We almost filled up just on happy hour specials but I made sure to save some room for a regular menu sushi roll - the Greenday roll. Instead of the normal seaweed wrap, this was wrapped in soy paper which I've never had before. It was very tasty and the texture of the soy paper made for a new experience (in a good way). One nice feature at this bar is the Japanese whiskey flights offered at all price points depending on your sense of adventure. read more

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Poor quality menu and clientele. I found the menu to be very frustrating to read. They have so many options that you can't remember what you've just read. They should offer a highlighter for guests to mark what looks good so they don't have read the King James Bible of a menu all over again. The music was too loud, but perhaps I should be thankful given the conversations going on around us. The little brat masquerading as a hostess couldn't have seemed less interested in helping us. I found the sushi roll options limited in variety of fish and not very inspiring. Our waiter, Ben, was delightful. He was very helpful in assisting with the menu and thoroughly attentive. He is also a very interesting young man to chat with. This place should hire more Ben's and refine their menu. read more

Amazing food. Had monkfish for the first time here and was blown away. Everything was super fresh and there were dishes that were really creative like the Uni shooters. The wait staff was friendly and great at explaining the menu and recommending dishes for us based on our preference. The interior is also decorated very nicely. Would recommend for a date night for sure. read more

Food was Amazing!! Service was spectacular as well. The Winner was definitely worth trying. Topped with the truffle gave it a unique taste. All in all, we will be back on our next visit!! read more

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So yummy!!! and the stuff was so helpful in explaining the menu and giving recommendations. Fish was fresh and beautifully prepared! It was also just a really pretty establishment read more

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We had the most magical night here. The dark, subterranean, labyrinthian vibe is ethereal when juxtaposed with the beautiful art on the walls. And my Lavender Dream cocktail was tart but balanced with creaminess. But my descriptions end there; it's kind of pointless to list the things we ate, because every single one of them was phenomenal. I know other places have the label for best sushi in DC, but they are wrong. This fish was the highest quality, fatty sushi that either of us have ever had. The Monster Quad and the Taste of Japan are both excellent ways to try many of them. And The Winner is a must-try but attempting to describe each of the flavors wrapped into it is an effort in futility. The best thing I can say is that nearly everything was infused with truffle and topped with foie gras--the flavors were a playground in my mouth. The Uni Pasta was unique and fun with lots of different textures but maybe my least favorite of everything we tried? But I would absolutely still get it again and recommend that you do too, because you can't go wrong here and that's a forced ranking against my better judgement. We are already talking about when we can come back. read more

That was an amazing experience. Food is extremely fresh and delicious. Service superb. Our waitress was very attentive to details and make us feel desired in their place. The ambiance was supported by the well designed interior created in a very modern style. We are really appreciated for the experience. We definitely would like to repeat it but try special chefs menu next time. read more

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Yummy food and awesome atmosphere. I came here with a party of seven for my birthday dinner and it did not disappoint. Appetizers and sushi rolls were delicious - nothing life-changing but delicious nonetheless. We had great service. What really stood out to me was the ambiance. The restaurant is largely underground and has exposed rock, ambient lighting, and overall a really cool, almost sultry kind of vibe. Great for a nice dinner or date night. Lots of restaurants have rotated through this location, hopefully Kyojin sticks around! read more

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Best sushi in North America! Our favorites were the live scallop and The Winner. We have eaten live scallops before, but this was the freshest one. It was the perfect balance of sweet and briny. The Winner is there award winning dish. I have eaten a broad range of foods in my life, but this dish had flavors that I had never tasted before. Head Chef V and his staff are incredible. As well as the service. Highly recommended!!! read more

We are in town for a convention and decided to try this restaurant for supper based on Yelp rating and it opens till 2am! When we get there, we realized the music is way too loud for us. I asked the security guard if there is a more quiet spot in the restaurant and he said no. We decided that this is not a place for us and we should order to take out and go back to hotel. The manager/host was super nice about it and helped us placed the order. Told us we could go to quiet place outside to wait and they will text us when our food is ready. We ordered sushi and sashimi. Everything was delicious, fresh, and tasted awesome! They forgot to pack us soy sauce (which I need with sashimi). But they included an orange looking sauce which is very good (never have that sauce at any sushi restaurant before!). I will go back again the next time I am in town - for a takeout. read more

Food and service were excellent. Wouldn't be surprised if this place earns a Michelin star next year. Ambiance was also great. Minus one star for the pressure to upgrade to more expensive menu items throughout the experience and the payment situation, which was done on a tablet. The server preselected a 25% tip, looked over my shoulder, and gave a dirty look when I reduced the tip to the customary 20% for great service. The server aside, I judge the restaurant for programming their tablets to calculate the tip on the tax, so in reality my tip was a misleading 22%. Meh. read more

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Really enjoyed all of the dishes I got to try here. The chirashi bowl was definitely my favorite thing. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Omg this place is amazing! The drinks and rolls were delicious, fresh, and unique. Our waitress was so kind and accommodating and recommended some of her favorites. This place is very vibe-y and turns almost into a club late night. Can't wait to come back here!! read more

Everything is perfection, food, service, ambiance. This is my to go place every Weeknd and I meet so many interesting people each time. I highly recommend for anyone who is a sushi lover and wants a perfect place in Georgetown to hang out to give this place a try..,, read more

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Wow!! Kyojin was everything I had hoped it would be, like a wonderful serene dream. A beautiful environment, which somehow smelled like the woods outside of Kyoto, was truly a special place for a treat. Sometimes, when I take myself out for a treat, I regret having spent so much money even if the food was great. However, at Kyojin. I did not regret the $$$$ I spent because everything was truly so fabulous! I started with a cocktail, which was extremely unique and so delicious that I ended up ordering another one (which is not common for me, as I usually prefer to enjoy my meal without liquor). They do not have their cocktail list online and I don't remember what it was called, but it had some kind of a green alcohol floating on top. Yes, that sounds weird, and no it wasn't a grasshopper (yuck). Just trust me on this one. Being a very new restaurant when I visited, there were some hiccups. I received an incorrect dish, and when I pointed this out, I felt like the server made it seem like it was my fault or that he was being inconvenienced by this. But it clearly was not my fault, I had even asked him to describe the dish before I ordered and what ended up coming was not that at all. The manager made things right, but then I had a new server and I wondered if our previous one had gotten in trouble, oops. There was also a time when someone came out from the kitchen and asked if I had received all my food, which I had. Both of these things are definitely new restaurant hiccups, and do not impact my review. Anyways, while I ordered nigiri, what I got was "seared with foie gras" toro. This was the most luxurious thing I've ever put in my mouth, and not only just because it had edible gold on it - it was like a piece of art on the plate, and it was absolutely delicious. The tataki style salmon was to die for, one of the best things I had by far. My friend and I both ordered the monster quad, which was delicious. I wish I had realized that all of the nigiri on this plate was seared, because after just having seared toro, I found it to be a little bit too greasy for my taste (even though the greasiness was delicious and flavorful). But, in itself, it was delicious. I also ordered the garlic butter miso scallop, because the reviews were fantastic. I didn't find it to be amazing, but it's possible that it was amazing on its own but it just didn't stand out to me because the rest of the food was so absolutely incredible. I can't wait to return and treat myself, as there are so many amazing things on the menu I didn't get to try. I feel like this is going to be a favorite of mine moving forward, and I'm sure the kinks will be worked out in no time. read more

Come here for the first time. The sushi was so fresh, and my server was super nice. Definitely will go back.

We went here on a Saturday night and had a 6:00 reservation at the sushi counter. The food was all amazing and the fish tasted high quality and fresh. Everyone working at the sushi counter was very friendly and were happy to explain the different dishes they were working on. The drinks were also delicious and creative. The restaurant also had a very modern and enjoyable ambience. Taking off a star only because it took us thirty minutes to get seated, which was a little frustrating. But overall was an enjoyable dinner! read more

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The looks don't match what the kitchen produces. Food is super mid. Don't let them fool you!

Atmosphere was very cool. Food and drinks were on point. Highly recommend the scallop sushi. The Raw one. read more

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went for restaurant week, the food was amazing kind of loud due to the music they play but beautiful ambiance as well. the service was good my only "complaint" is that my friend was celebrating a new job and they said they only do something for birthdays. not even a mere congratulations from the server could have been done is what the host had told us. read more

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Food: 5/5 The food was very good. We got the toro with foie gras, tuna w/carpaccio, tuna tartare, wagyu roll, monkey roll, baby octopus and some crab roll. Their dishes were elevated and flavoring on point. Service: 2/5 The server was nice but lacked wine knowledge. Failed to clear the table as we dined. Did not offer another glass of wine after it was empty. Small things matter. In addition, we ordered the crab roll at the beginning with the cold dishes and it did not come at all until after the other rolls came. That means, the other rolls were made and somehow the crab one wasn't ready. Big turn down to wait so long. Ambiance 2/5 There was some side bar next to us that was full of loud noice from cleaning and separating dishes during our whole meal. The table was okay. The place set up is just a bit odd. read more

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Great food and service! This place also has a cool lounge vibe with ramps up a little later in the evening. I have sent many of my Airbnb guests here and all have loved it. read more

Amazing presentation, above beyond great service, and good fish quality. The server we had was so great and split our orders up to feel almost like a five course meal. read more

My first time and I sat at the bar which i didn't mind at all but the server was very rude and rushed us and gave us no time to look at the menu. read more

Amazing sushi!! Love their rolls and restaurant ambiance is beautiful! Right by the waterfront too! read more

Love this restaurant. Between the service, amazing food and the decor this place is a show stopper. We loved the creamy scallop roll as well as "The Winner". read more

Amazing sushi, service and atmosphere. The reviews don't due this place justice. It felt like a true gem -- off the beaten path type of place. I'll be coming again the next time I'm in DC. read more

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The aesthetics at the restaurant are absolutely beautiful. All the decor from the furniture to the walls are modern and stylish and it creates a very intimate environment. This restaurant is fairly new and I think DC restaurant really take some time to settle in. The food orders came out pretty quickly but they were out of a lot items because they were busy the day before. The food is good but not the best but I think with a few more weeks things will improve. read more

If I could give this place a million stars, I would!!! It's hidden in an alley in Georgetown. As soon as you walk in you feel like you're transported into a veryyy chic oasis. There's a DJ spinning some fire tracks too. The cocktails were delicious I could the lychee!! And all of the sushi is PHENOMENAL. You also have the option to build your own. And the service was impeccable !!! read more

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Great spot for happy hour with a nice sample of specialty drinks and sushi appetizers. Friendly, attentive bartenders and comfortable atmosphere that is particularly well suited to warm temperatures outside. It's cool and darker inside and bar is well separated from the diners. read more

This vibey spot would be perfect for your next date night or girls night out. The decor is on point and the food was so good! Highly recommend the spicy basil edamame, lobster roll, and Green Day roll. The drinks - especially the Respect Your Elderflowers- were also so good! read more

This place was an experience to say the least! The service was excellent and our waitress did a great job of guiding us through the menu to dishes that she thought we would enjoy based on our taste profiles. So much thought goes into the plating of each dish. I really enjoyed trying their specialty sushi rolls. We also got the sake. It was my first sake experience so our waitress recommended the drunken whale which was delicious! The place is pretty upscale so come here ready to spend. I would say 2-3 rolls per person is sufficient and each roll is about $14. read more

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This place was special! They had options for all price ranges. I went with friends for my birthday. At the bar the bartenders made an excellent drink recommendation which you'll see pictures. The food was delicious and came out in great timing. I would definitely go back! read more

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We found parking at a lot near about a 5 minute walk, which was perfect since I was in heels! The ambiance was nice and cozy! We had a few drinks and also tried mocktails. All were great! The service was very attentive and friendly. Lastly the most important food, was amazing! Chef Peter & CiCi did an amazing job. Every detail was perfected! read more

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Kyojin didn't present itself as a fusion but there were definitely experimental dishes worth experiencing. A promising competition to Shoto. Ambiance Tucked in Cady's Alley, the spacious below ground venue carries the historic Georgetown feel well with its stone and industrial decor. Soft lighting and ample spaces between parties offers conversational privacy and is great for date night or an intimate executive dinner. The hypnotic, modern music matches the atmosphere well - interesting enough to enjoy but does not compete for your attention. What was neat was that Kyojin takes full advantage of the sprawling space by carving out sections using just enough minor differences in art to create the illusion of rooms despite an open floor plan. Service Accommodating and well trained staff who are attentive without hovering and very tuned into feedback. It's evident customer experience and the upscale rebranding was important to management as they upgrade dining formality from their previous establishment. Our server was Jessica, who spoke intelligently to the complexities of dishes but remained genuine in her recommendations and was a professional guide in helping us navigate the menus. Food Each dish was super fresh and artfully designed. While some were more palatable to the ears than mouth, there certainly weren't any clear misses - just dependent on your palette. Noteworthy ones below: "The Winner" This 2006 Morikami Award winner lived up and beyond its recognition. The slight sweetness of the BBQ eel & aromatic truffle oil enhances the richness of the foie gras and tuna. Acidity of the balsamic reduction & pink ginger sauce then cuts the richness to avoid the bite sitting too heavily on your palette while the sprinkle of salt brings balance to the sweet and savory morsel anchored on a thin layer of sushi rice. Definitely a must have. Otoro with Uni Their fresh bluefish fatty tuna belly from Japan melts on your tongue and blends well into the Hokkaido Uni smooth. Wasabi truffle brought depth into this umami blend that spread it to your sinus cavity. Smoked Lavender Salmon Seared with Foie Gras The seared with foie gras combination was a reliable assemble. However, the lavender-smoked element actually degrades the salmon and overpowers any other ingredient with the feel of artificiality. It tasted more like florally-spritzed than lavender-smoked. I'd recommend trying this with just the standard salmon or their toro. read more

I went here on Thursday night for dinner, and was pleasantly surprised. The location took a minute to find as it's in an alleyway down some stairs, but the food and service that I received more than made up for it. The interior is very modern and chic. I sat at the sushi bar, but there's also regular seating as well as bar seating available. The server that I had was very attentive and checked on me multiple times during my meal to make sure that everything was going well and to clear away dishes, so that my area always looked neat. I started with a seaweed salad, which was very fresh and delicious. I also had a Moscow Mule, which was also clean and refreshing. In terms of my main meal, I had a salmon lover roll, a Jeff roll, and a Lobster roll. Of the three rolls that I had, the lobster roll was my favorite although all of the rolls were really good. I was concerned that the mango on top of the salmon lover roll was going to be hard, but it was pleasantly soft, sweet, and complemented the roll well. I know that they're in their soft opening, but I felt as though the service ran really well and I will definitely be back again. read more

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I went when this place first opened and it was very good. The drinks were delicious, the appetizers were good, the sushi rolls were fresh. The place itself was a bit hard to find - it's in a back alley street, however once you're inside it's very nice. The ambiance is very cool and cute - exposed brick and waterfalls around the place. It also has quite a big bar with seats. The service itself was lacking when I went. My group of 5 spent 2+ hours there because the service and food came out so slow (not because we wanted to). We had to flag down the waiter, which was hard and annoying, but I'll blame that on that particular night. I had a group of friends go the next day and said that wasn't an issue. Overall would recommend and go back. read more

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Such a gorgeous and lowkey spot in Georgetown! Service was pretty good, did seem to swarm us a bit but I'd rather a server be too attentive than absent so it's okay. The sushi rolls came out super quickly and was fresh and delicious! Would love to try this spot again one day, perfect for a date night read more

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Genuinely had the best single bite of food of my life, and I've had the opportunity to have some great food! The service is fast and the age limitations make the atmosphere feel mature. I look forward to returning! read more

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This sushi sandwich was the highlight of the meal. I also really enjoyed the cucumber salad and the spicy edamame. read more

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