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    Kyojin DC

    4.4 (318 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Felicia K.

    Had the best service by Ben (I believe that's his name with the blonde hair) who was so adorable and lovely. Sushi was so delicious here and I loved the oysters here too! Kind of hard to find but it was such a great experience. Loved how every dish came with a flower, such a nice touch. Would definitely come back when I'm in town again.

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    Kai K.

    i'm not really a sushi girl but this place is so yummy, the ambience and scenery was great! and service was indeed MET thanks to Forest our waiter.

    Keilon L.

    This is probably the most phenomenal sushi experience that I've ever had. It'll likely be hard to top this place realistically. I've been back since I initially began this review and, yes, it's still top tier. Enjoy the photos and know that flavor and experience are on another level. There's also some pretty great bartenders here. Enjoy.

    Crunchy tuna creamy tataki
    Mila F.

    5 stars for everything. Quality, ambiance, service, presentation and overall experience and execution. I'll lead by saying it was on the pricier end for the chefs pics and signature dishes but the rolls and smaller dishes are reasonably priced. The monster quad (and I do hope I recall that as the name of the bowl pictured correctly) and the creamy scallop roll were absolutely delicious and prob my faves. It's hard to pick a favorite in general as nothing fell short of expectations and I would 100% return because the options seem endless. Drinks were also well made and service was quick and knowledgeable about any questions on the large menu!

    Khoi N.

    I have been a huge fan of the Yume restaurant for years now. Kyojin is all about great vibes, decor and ambience. There is a DJ playing on the weekends and the food here is next level. I stopped by recently with some family. We ordered everything from the chirashi bowl, the Monster quad, toro tartare, lemon shooters, and the a5 Wagyu bowl. Some of our favorite rolls include the a5 Wagyu, scallop sunlight, and the Yume roll. All of the fish was fresh and delicious. Service here is top notch. We made reservations way in advance. Our server and the bartenders were attentive. Dining here comes at a premium cost. If you want a more private quiet dining spot this may not be it. I'll definitely be back to try their seasonal specials and hopefully catch one of their tuna events.

    Janine T.

    Easily the best upscale sushi I've had in the states. It was fresh and the flavors were layered. Kyojin knows how to do FANCY. 5 stars because sushi was all a hit. The pasta dish was not. Service was a little stiff but the quality of the food made up for it. The location is right in the heart of all things popular--Georgetown. It's a little hard to find the entrance because it's tucked away in an alley, but the inside of the restaurant feels like stepping into a zen oasis.

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    Anna C.

    What you are paying for is for the vibes and spot being in Georgetown. Kyojin has a cool atmosphere and a solid concept, but the food didn't fully live up to expectations for me. Everything was decent, yet nothing really stood out, especially compared to other sushi spots. I normally really love sushi but I feel like some of the food choices didn't make sense or wasn't fully fleshed. It's an okay option if you're nearby, but not somewhere I'd specifically seek out for an exceptional meal, especially for the price. The staff is friendly and tried their best to make recommendations. Best Bite: - scallop roll - the winner ( a single piece of sushi that comes with three slices of bluefin tuna. Added uni)

    Wagyu dumpling
    Sheridan S.

    We had an incredible experience at Kyojin! I brought my family members from out of town and they were so impressed from the start with the atmosphere. Jessica did a wonderful job of explaining the menu and making suggestions based on our individual tastes (and we had a lot of particular tastes at our table). She was also incredibly attentive and quick to check in on us throughout the meal despite having a busy section. Everything she suggested we absolutely loved. I don't think they can do any wrong here. The inventiveness and quality of the sushi is unmatched. Definitely the best sushi spot in the city.

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    Elyse B.

    The sushi was really fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was uptempo and loud, we were seated right next to a DJ. We traveled in the day we visited and needed to find something open late night so we weren't as dressed up or prepared for the lively environment. It's a super cute spot for a girls night or date night (it's loud though, so don't expect to converse much) My rolls: Scallop Sunlight Roll - I was intrigued by the kiwi on top so wanted to give this a try. I enjoyed it!! The spicy tuna was fresh and had a decent amount of spice to it. Crazy Monkey Roll - the lavender smoked salmon was amazing. Highly recommend. It's pricey, but high quality sushi, all was well except for the waitress mixed up the roll my friend ordered and there was like a $40 difference between the roll she wanted and was was ordered. No one likes a surprise on their bill, but otherwise everything was good.

    Michael R.

    I absolutely love Kyojin. If you want good food, good drinks and good vibes head here immediately. Kyojin's space is beautiful, modern and upscale. You walk into what feels like a dimly lit lair that opens up into a vibrant bar area along with different rooms that have plenty of seating for dining. Every room has a unique vibe that adds to the overall ambiance of the space. There's also a room where you can watch your food being prepared. It's a perfect place for a date night, family night or hanging out with friends. As upscale as it may seem, it's still a pretty casual place so all are welcome! The drinks are strong, creative and delightful and the sushi is top notch. I enjoyed everything. Our server was very helpful and friendly and did a great job with helping us navigate the menu. The only annoying thing is trying to get there. It's located on a narrow one way cobble stone road behind one of the main roads in Georgetown so parking can be tough and if you ride share your driver may have some trouble navigating. Other then figuring out travel, it's a great time. Kyojin is great and it's on my go-to list for great sushi, drinks and cool vibes. I will definitely be back!

    Off Menu: Seared A5 Wagyu and Quail Egg Nigiri
    Aliya A.

    My new addiction! So yummy & the best music the matcha crepe cake was to die for! I also loved "The Winner" from their secret menu.

    Rachel B.

    Really awesome sushi experience in Georgetown! The restaurant is gorgeous with its modern decor and exposed brick walls. It has a chic lounge-like feel to it. The cocktails are great, and they also have some unique beers on the menu. I had the samurai heat tequila cocktail. And I tried a matcha IPA. We tried a variety of offerings including miso soup, oysters, sashimi salad, nigiri and sushi rolls. My favorites were the creamy scallop roll and the green river roll. The service was good! The prices are expensive even by DC standards. Cocktails $19-20, Beers $13-15, and rolls vary in price quite a bit! I would definitely come back. We had a really great time, and everything was delicious.

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    Amy C.

    Absolutely LOVED this place! The service was amazing. I'm a big sushi fan and the fish was fresh, as well as the scallops. The rolls had the perfect fish to rice ratio. Each bite was an experience and all the flavors paired perfectly with each other. The monkfish tower was delectable, the monkfish liver was buttery and melted in your mouth, and the pairing with the uni and yuzu ice was phenomenal. I would totally come back here if I'm back in the area!

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    Food was great, server was very attentive! Drinks were a little over priced but other wise a great place for a date night!

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    4.5(71 reviews)
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    I have had this restaurant bookmarked for the last two years since they opened and finally got a…read morechance to eat dinner there. I was impressed and by the experience and would definitely come back for a Japanese meal that did not focus solely on ramen or sushi. The ambiance is well done, and the service was excellent. Our waiter was very attentive and able to answer any of our questions. To share, we got the spicy salmon roll, Karaage appetizer, and eggplant cheese appetizer. The spicy tuna roll was the most lackluster of the dishes, but the fish was fresh and the portion was decent for $12. The karaage appetizer was excellent. The chicken was moist and the coating was crunchy and super hot. The eggplant cheese was a surprise highlight of the meal. Pieces of eggplant in a melted cheese bowl made of eggplant was a simple combination. That was a very pleasant mix of textures. The pork Katsu was a highlight of the meal. Unfortunately forgot to take a picture, but the coding was super crispy and the portion size was pretty solid. The Unagidon or grilled eel bowl was also very well made and tasted great with the pickled ginger and seasoning on the side. The set came with miso soup which was very nice as well. My companions also got drinks which they said were well priced and good quality. Our overall meal cost somewhere in the range of $160 before tip which was reasonable given all of the items that we got. I look forward to my next visit!

    We stumbled upon Ko on the way to the Dupont metro station and walked up the stairs to a sublime…read morelunch. We ordered California rolls, salmon roll, yuzu margarita and burnt Basque cheesecake. Everything was delicious and service was friendly and professional. The staff of the Japanese embassy dine here and I can understand why. Definitely will return with more friends!

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    Umai Nori - Sashimi platter was a 10/10

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    4.6(280 reviews)
    1.2 miDowntown

    I stopped by Umai Nori in DC for a late lunch. It wasn't too busy when I went, but I could…read moredefinitely see this place getting packed for dinner. The layout is interesting -- there's an upstairs when you walk in, but the sushi bar and a good bit of seating are downstairs. The menu is pretty straightforward with a mix of hand rolls, appetizers, specialty rolls, nigiri/sashimi, and traditional rolls. They also have a few solid combo deals, though I usually prefer trying a variety of items instead. Service was quick, which is always appreciated at a sushi spot. We ordered a few specialty rolls, two traditional rolls, and a couple orders of sashimi, all served together on one platter. The rolls were a great size -- filling without being overly large. The sashimi was fresh, and the traditional rolls really balanced out the meal nicely. The flounder and tuna sashimi were both excellent, and the California roll made with real crab was simple, fresh, and really satisfying. The total came out somewhere in the $70 range, so after tip and splitting it between two people, it was about $40 each to try multiple rolls and sashimi. Definitely fair pricing for the quality and amount of food. This spot had been on my list for a while, so I'm glad I finally made it over. I'd recommend checking out the menu beforehand so you can go in with a game plan and try the items that stand out most to you.

    I sat at the bar. It took 20 minutes to talk to a server. The guy next to me, who came after me,…read morewas able to order before me. It seemed like the distribution of customers was not in favor of my server, who was nice. I ordered a pint of beer but received a 12oz glass. The customers next to me had pints. I waited a long time before I could order again, and just sat there too long with an empty glass, or plate, or waiting to pay. I eat A LOT of sushi, and this experience was not great. If I'm inspired to write a review, it should say something because I have very few reviews and use yelp regularly Food was excellent

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    4.0(519 reviews)
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    First time coming here on May 15 and food was delicious and delightful. We had a bit of a late…read morereservation so had to put our order in quick before they close at 9:30 so keep in mind. Highlights were karate, sashimi, skewers.

    I was excited to try Izakaya Seki after it got a rave review in the Washington Post. Too bad it…read moredidn't live up the hype. I visited on a Saturday at 6 PM with a reservation for two. It wasn't hard to get a reservation, but the place was full the whole time I was there. We sat on the second floor. Dinner included the Tuna Nuta ($15), Shimesaba (mackerel, $19.5, 8 pieces), Beef Tongue ($19.5, 4 pieces), three small vegetables (we picked Kimchi Cucumbers, Hijiki Seaweed, and Nasu Eggplant, $19) and a fried Sea Bream Collar (suggested by the server, $30 maybe?). Also draft Sapporo ($8). I liked the Tuna Nuta the best. I had never had this before, and I liked the flavor of the dressing. The Shimesaba was fine; it tasted like mackerel, as you would expect. The Beef Tongue was a huge disappointment -- the slices were uneven and haphazard, the various marbling/fat/textures looked unappealing, and it was served lukewarm. There was no effort or care put into this dish. The Sea Bream Collar was fine; the fry was nice, it was boney (as expected), but I did not like it as much as the salmon collar at St. Anselm. Vegetables were pretty good; the cucumbers didn't taste much like kimchi (a positive, in my book), I liked the flavors and textures of the seaweed (a new preparation for me), and I liked the eggplant flavor even if the texture was a bit limp. Service was pretty weak. The server offered halfhearted suggestions. They did not do basic things like clear the chopstick wrapper or keep the water carafe filled. We struggled to order a second beer. Ambiance was simple, but I liked it well enough. Overall, do not recommend.

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    4.4(787 reviews)
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    We came here for Valentine's Day. Managed to snag a reservation for 5 PM, right when they open, at…read morethe sushi bar. The staff were all absolutely lovely. And we even got a cute little Valentines gift. I can't say enough nice things about our server - she was so great. Sitting at the sushi bar was neat as we got to see everything being made. We also got to try some complimentary bites. Great experience! The cocktails were crazy good. Everything we ordered was delicious. The salmon usuzukuri was so good we ordered it twice. The Kobe baller was another standout. The scallops were also fantastic. Such a yummy meal! Highly recommend! We will definitely be back.

    I might give them another shot given the rave reviews, but tonight I'm disappointed. At this point,…read moreI haven't even seen my check so the price is not the issue, but the service and overall flavor for the price point definitely are. My Hotote crudo app which should be served cold was served cold on a super hot plate which means by the time I ate it, it was thus weird hot/semi-luke warm temp and honestly, not appetizing. I tried the Moriawase after and told my server I wanted to add caviar if it was possible and since I didn't get any, I assume it is only an option for the nigiri/sashimi. Silly but no problem. I was still sooooo hungry I ordered a Surf&turf roll and it was less than appetizing. It had no flavor which was terribly unfortunate. I didn't make a review about the sake mixup or my server only to be polite but there are definitely low points, and those make the list. I hope it's better for everyone else!

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    4.4(313 reviews)
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    This is an awesome addition to the Clarendon area and I'm so happy something like this has finally…read morecome into the neighborhood. The food at Sakaki is full of flavor and the prices are reasonable for the amount. I think, after being twice, that the AYCE is not as worth it for me personally because I'm not a big eater, but it's totally worth it if you want a lot of variety and you have a good appetite. I really liked the rolls in particular. The service was excellent- it was a nice balance of coming over once in a while to ask how we were doing without coming over too much. The vibes are awesome with a really nice interior- definitely a nice place to go for a date,!just to go with friends to have a nice meal, or even to grab a meal alone since the center has a large area for single seating. Fyi- for the AYCE menu, note that once you put in an order for a round, you can't order for another 10 min so be sure to order enough at a time. Also, there is a time limit to the AYCE (I think it was 90 min). This'll definitely be a place I go to regularly in the future!

    I missed lunch so AYCE sushi was very much needed! The silver level at $29 is a great deal with…read moreplenty of options including a variety or rolls as well as appetizer/side dish items. I tried as much of the menu as I could and the rolls and nigiris were definitely the highlight. I wouldn't recommend the crab korokke (too liquidy, and no crab that I could taste) or the karagge - save space for other items! The AYCE is 90mins and you can order every 10 minutes from a tablet. Service was FAST, they definitely weren't playing games. The restaurant itself is also super spacious and well decorated.

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