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    O-Ku

    4.5 (795 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Rock Shrimp
    Nakia A.

    Upscale sushi spot great for any occasion. The restaurant has two floors with tons of seating (upstairs is bright and downstairs is very dark and moody). Overall great food, ambiance and service here. - Crispy Rice (5/5) - Firecracker Roll (5/5) - Rock Shrimp (3.5/5) - Scallop Temaki (5/5) Definitely prefer and recommend the sushi and options that are not marked for happy hour but still worth a try if you don't want to spend a ton.

    (Flavorless) surf & turf
    Kelsii D.

    I might give them another shot given the rave reviews, but tonight I'm disappointed. At this point, I 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!

    King Crab Spicy Tuna spicy shrimp Rock Shrimp
    Sabrina G.

    I've been trying to get a reservation here for the longest, so I was really excited to finally go--especially after hearing so many great things. But honestly, the experience didn't quite live up to the hype. My sister enjoyed her drink, but the rock shrimp was a letdown. It tasted overly oily with barely any sauce. We were hungry, so we didn't send it back, but it definitely wasn't worth it. The sushi overall was just okay, which was surprising--I expected it to be amazing. That said, my last tuna roll (can't remember the exact name) was actually really good--about an 8.5/10. The service was decent. Q made sure we were taken care of, but he did seem a bit annoyed by some of our questions. We asked about the 4% wellness charge since we'd never seen that before (and I consider myself a foodie). Apparently, it goes toward health and medical benefits, which is different from the usual service charge. I will say, the space itself is beautiful with a very relaxed vibe. I also had no idea there was an upstairs, which was a nice surprise.

    Inside
    Caitlin D.

    Delicious sushi spot in Union Market area. We ate on the rooftop, which I highly recommend if the weather is right, although the inside decor looked super nice and chic as well. Loved the sushi and edamame with truffle. The crispy rice was to die for! Service could have been a bit better, we kept having to ask for water and get attention to order more. Excited to go back and try more!

    Valentine's Day specials
    Samantha G.

    We came here for Valentine's Day. Managed to snag a reservation for 5 PM, right when they open, at the 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.

    Bryant G.

    This place has such a wonderful atmosphere -- it's quickly become one of my favorite spots. The food is reliably great every time I visit, and since it's just a short walk from home, it's become my go-to. The customer service is top-notch. Everyone I've encountered has been fantastic, but Q deserves a special shoutout for consistently going above and beyond to make sure every guest feels well taken care of.

    Scallop
    Jacqueline V.

    O-Ku is well worth a visit if you're in the mood for high-end sushi, upscale ambiance, and attentive staff. The dining area / sushi bar has low lighting, modern and quiet enough to hear your companion. making it a great spot for night out in the Union Market Area or anytime you want elevated sushi experiences. The food was melt in your mouth fish, had spice complexity , and the everything was absolutely delightful. With portions that are small...we ended up ordering quite a bit more than expected. It's definitely on the pricey side and you wont be disappointed. If you are into Japanese whisky pairing, this is the menu for you with upscale selections. The wait staff are "nerdily intelligent" about everything on the menu, which I appreciated and made my selections easier. Make reservations, follow the mapping since this place can easily be missed. Great for special-night-out sushi experiences than a casual fill-your-plate kind of place.

    Billie G.

    O-Ku is one of the best sushi experiences I have ever had. The restaurant is beautiful. The sushi bar looks incredible. Everything the sushi chefs prepare looks and tastes phenomenal. Our server was able to answer all of our questions and recommend how we follow the menu which totally improved our dining experience. At this restaurant you can go at your own pace so you can sort of choose when you want the rolls or the small bites the sashimi or the appetizers to come out and it really helps you pace how much sushi you wanna have. I loved the atmosphere. I loved the sushi. The fish felt and tasted so fresh. I'm still raving about this place to my friends. This is going to be one of my new go to Staples every time I'm in DC.

    Jessica O.

    It doesn't look like too much from the outside, but inside the vibes are high! We sat at the bar which I recommend because it is so entertaining watching the sushi being prepared. The best sushi I probably have ever eaten specifically the snow king roll. 100% worth coming here. I still think about this spot even after I moved away from the DC area.

    Black sesame banana dessert
    Emily S.

    I will never not rave about this place. The food, the service, the vibes, ALL SO GOOD!!!!! Everything is sooooo yummy and so fresh and the service is always so so pleasant. Bummer that there's no HH on fridays but the price is always worth it -- I've never left feeling hungry, & drinks are great. However the mt Fuji was slightly more crabby than I would've liked but that's a personal preference. Always always will recommend!

    Wednesday Happy Hour or Magnet Hour not sure but both work!
    Nessa R.

    O-Ku! Wow! My favorite human and I had tried to come before but it was closed, it opens at 5 p.m. everyday of the week. Noted! On Wednesday we made the decision to hop over to Union Market to try it again. Staff were super nice, attentive, and service was superb! Ambiance is sleek, sexy, and a vibe! We met close friends for a couples happy hour date night and it did not disappoint! The Happy Hour menu is limited but it does the job! Overall, we loved it! Rooftop is NICE! I've ventured all through this area and somehow missed O-Ku all these years. Glad I found it thanks to him! Returning VERY SOON! Let's Get Into It! Rock Shrimp - Delicious! Snow King Roll- Yummy! Spicy Salmon Roll- Good! MT Fuji Roll - MY favorite! Short Rob - Delicious! Peso for your thoughts for the WIN! Shogun- Great!

    Steak skewers
    Rachel B.

    We had a great experience at O-ku! We were seated in the back room at the sushi counter, which was a lot of fun! We tried some of the appetizers, nigiri, and rolls. I really loved the steak skewers they were so tender and flavorful. The sushi rolls were very fresh. They had a lot of options to choose from. We got extra lucky because the waiter offered us some extra rolls that the kitchen was trying to get rid of, and they were really good! So we ended up eating more than we planned. The restaurant has an upscale, trendy vibe. Definitely make a reservation! We had tried to come in twice as a party of two without a reservation and could not get in.

    crispy rice (off menu, gifted by a chef as we sat at the sushi counter)
    Janrose S.

    My friend and I made a reservation the day before for 5:45 PM on a Tuesday. We arrived at 5:40 PM and weren't seated until 5:45 PM. We ordered all 5 happy hour rolls: Spicy Tuna, Spicy Salmon, Harvest Roll, Snow King, Tuna Tataki My favorite was the Snow King roll (I love anything with seared salmon) and my friend's favorite was the Tuna Tataki roll. Our least favorite was the Harvest Roll which has goat cheese - I think the goat cheese was a bit overpowering but I was glad to have tried it nonetheless (this was the only roll we didn't finish but we only left 3 pieces behind). My friend and I were busy yapping for the majority of the evening so I wasn't paying the most attention to the food, but I did feel like the rice felt more dry than I'm used to (though that may have been because we took our time eating and it dried over time). We were gifted some crispy rice (I believe it was tuna but not 100% sure) that was my favorite bite of the evening. Love that they ask you what you'd like to add to your water like lemon, lime, and cucumber. Ambiance is indeed great for a date night with the dim (but not too dim!) lighting and luxurious but not obnoxious vibe. I'm curious to check out the rooftop sometime.

    Harvest roll -- great flavors!

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    Ask the Community - O-Ku

    Do you have outdoor seating on the roof?

    Yes!

    Is the bar open yet for seating?

    Yes

    Are they still doing happy hour specials?

    Yes, now Oku has happy hours on Monday-Thursdays, 5:00 PM- 7:00PM

    Any good vegetarian options?

    They have some salads and tofu!

    I heard somewhere that his place has food (or drink ) specials after 10? Can anyone confirm what they are? Thanks!!

    Their late night menu is still in the works I believe. But from 10pm-12am Thursday-Saturday they are offering $3 off certain rolls, wings, and cocktails to some apartment buildings in the neighborhood.

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    Kyojin DC

    Kyojin DC

    4.4(330 reviews)
    3.7 miGeorgetown

    Tucked away in the alley behind the Main Street nw in Georgetown, we got there right around 5 when…read morethey open, and watched it turn from a quiet restaurant to a thriving and lively place. Excellent service, the food was great and not outrageously priced (considering the area), and looked amazing inside! The decor and the lighting is makes it a cozy and intimate place but also great for a large party as well We booked our experience during restaurant week, we love trying out new places and their restaurant week menu offered a little bit of everything. We got some champagne to start, ordered some cocktails after, and the food started rolling in. We started with a caviar bump, and moved into the beetroot salad (which was amazing and so flavorful, we both wanted more), had the Tataki/carpaccio style followed by the nigiri/sashimi, then for the main course - the winner/volcano lobster roll. We didn't want our night to end there, there were so many great options in the menu so we opted to hold off on our desert and ordered some more food We got the sushi dinner dish to share along with the lavender smoked salmon Tataki style. Definitely could've eaten more after but decided to end our night after that, and had our ice cream to finish the night (matcha ice cream and raspberry sorbet) The service was 11/10, our waiter was extremely knowledgeable and all of the other waitstaff was extremely kind and was more than willing to help us with any questions or things we needed. The restaurant was very clean and they had nice bathrooms. The quality of the food was amazing and every dish had us hungry for more. This is definitely a place we'll be coming to again and will be recommending to everyone

    Birthday dinner brought us to Kyojin Sushi on a Monday night, and while the food definitely…read moreimpressed, the service kept this from being a five-star experience. We had a reservation for 7:30 p.m. for a party of 12, and I think that was the first issue. A group our size really needed a dedicated server, but instead we had one server covering our entire section. To be fair, he may have been stretched thin, but unfortunately, the service itself also left a lot to be desired. We were seated at 7:30, but our drink orders weren't taken until around 7:50. Then he disappeared for another 20 minutes before returning to take additional drink orders from people who had arrived later. We were ready to order food, but kept hearing, "I'll be right back." Throughout the night, drinks and items were forgotten. One friend finished her first glass of wine, ordered a second, and didn't receive it until we were literally asking for the check. At that point... we're leaving, friend. To make matters worse, several menu items we wanted weren't available. The mochi? Sold out. The Wagyu? Sold out. There were three or four different items people at our table ordered that were unavailable. On a Monday, that was a little surprising. Now for the good part... the sushi was REALLY good. I ordered the Yume Roll and the Tiger Roll, and both were incredibly fresh. The Yume Roll was especially unique and one of my favorite specialty rolls I've had in a while. It was made with spicy tuna, avocado, seared tuna, jalapeño, spicy mayo, eel sauce, and crunchy tempura bits, which gave it the perfect combination of heat, texture, and richness. The Tiger Roll was another standout, made with lump crab, avocado, cucumber, spicy mayo, steamed tiger shrimp, and a mango tobiko sauce. The combination of flavors was fresh, light, and perfectly balanced. I also ordered the edamame with the spicy black garlic sauce, and I absolutely loved that twist. It was a nice change from the usual salted edamame. One dish that completely missed the mark was the Tempura Rice with Chicken, which I shared with the table. Unfortunately, this was the only thing we ordered that I genuinely didn't enjoy. The chicken was dark meat, lacked seasoning, and honestly tasted like it had come straight from a bag of frozen Tyson nuggets. It didn't have the crispy, flavorful bite I was expecting and felt completely out of place compared to how fresh and well-executed the sushi was. I'd definitely skip this one on my next visit. My cocktail was just as impressive as the food. It was made with Ilegal Mezcal, pomegranate, hibiscus yuzu, simple syrup, and egg white, and it was absolutely gorgeous. The egg white gave it a silky, frothy finish, while the pomegranate and hibiscus yuzu added a bright, slightly tart flavor that paired beautifully with the subtle smokiness of the mezcal. It was as pretty as it was delicious. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. It's tucked away in an alley, so it's a little easy to miss, but once you're inside, the space is modern, spacious, and has a really cool stone bar that gives the restaurant a sleek, upscale vibe. I was also pleasantly surprised by the prices. Specialty rolls ranged from about $12-$20, with only a few premium options around $25. The edamame was about $8, so overall I thought the pricing was very fair, especially for Georgetown. Would I come back? Yes... but probably with a much smaller group. The food and ambiance are worth another visit, but I'd definitely be hoping for a better service experience next time. I also hope they have a better handle on inventory because I'd still love to try the Wagyu and finish dinner with the mochi.

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    Sakaki Izakaya

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    4.4(323 reviews)
    5.5 miClarendon

    When I hear sushi and all you can eat in the same sentence I typically proceed with caution. No…read moreneed for caution here. From the moment I walked in Kay gave prompt, professional service. He walked me through the options and ordering was a breeze. The price point is a little higher than your average all you can eat dining experience, but well worth it. I must've had 15 pieces of nigiri. Having worked in a sushi restaurant I can tell you it was phenomenally well done. Beautifully fresh and buttery and the sushi rice was perfect. The eel kamameshi was a highlight and came with a showing amount of eel. Finished everything off with the matcha tiramisu and a cup of green tea. I won't need to eat for days. Will definitely be coming back! Thank you Kay and team!

    First off, let me just say.... If I'm honest, whenever I…read moreshow up to an AYCE I'm always skeptical with the quality of the food, especially when it comes to sushi but wow, I was blown away how great it was for AYCE. The set- up and the ambiance is very comfortable and sleek/modern with the main sushi chefs in the middle and the tables around them. The tables have waiters and a tablet at the table like most hot pot/kbbq places and you can order everything off of there. I have only been here once and wanted to try to low tier without going "all in" on the top tier option of diamond without knowing how the basics would taste. Let me say if the bottom tier was as good as it was, I'm excited to come back to try the next tier! Anyway, the basic tier already comes with a lot of sushi options and should be enough for those who are craving just sushi. All of the cuts of nigiri was great, all tender with great flavor, but what stood out to me the most was actually the yellowtail, super buttery and great flavor. The eel was also a top choice! All the rolls were good basic to the fancier ones, I would say that most of the bang for the buck would be the nigiri. The rolls are good but a little too much rice for me personally. The appetizers, didn't spend too much time on them but the chicken karaage was solid and the seaweed salad was my two favorite. Overall, super solid for the price and I'd totally want to go again to try more of their options! 100% recommend!

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    Love Makoto

    4.5(574 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    My first visit to Love, Makoto and Beloved BBQ was fantastic. Love, Makoto is a large Japanese…read moreculinary hall near Georgetown University Law Center with several concepts under one roof, including Dear Sushi, Beloved BBQ, Hiya Izakaya, and the more casual Love on the Run. Street parking was surprisingly easy, but I highly recommend making a reservation because Beloved BBQ became completely packed by 7 p.m. Beloved BBQ is a Michelin Guide recognized Japanese steakhouse, and the atmosphere feels elevated and luxurious while still being relaxed and welcoming. Our server, Lydia, was wonderful. She gave us excellent recommendations, checked on us despite being incredibly busy, and even brought out additional dry ice so I could capture the perfect photo. Abu was also incredibly kind and attentive, and General Manager Lenny personally stopped by our table to ask about our experience. The entire staff made us feel so welcome. The Wagyu Tower was absolutely incredible, with the short rib being our favorite. We also loved the dragon roll, tuna crisp, and salmon. If you order only one appetizer, make it the oysters with chili koji. They were out of this world, and I could have easily eaten two trays! For drinks, we tried the Sakura Sour, lychee martini, and the zero proof Pomelo. The Sakura Sour was beautifully balanced, while the lychee martini was smooth and delicious. For dessert, we shared the Heartbreaker and Peach Moon and finished every bite. This is a wonderful choice for an elevated date night, girls' night, celebration, or special dinner in D.C. The food, service, atmosphere, and presentation were all excellent. I will definitely be back soon!

    We didn't have the best experience that we had hoped for a Love Makoto. As a sushi lover, we had to…read moretry this Omakase. I really liked the concept of one "old school" and one "new school" style of the same fish. But, the sushi just didn't live up to the hype. First, the pieces of fish were way too big. The fish was far larger than the rice and very difficult to eat. More like 2-3 bites. Also, some fish had skin on - which I know is a chef's choice - but I found it very unappetizing. Had to choke those down. And the "new school" hand-roll had imitation crab in it. So odd and doesn't feel upscale. We enjoyed the frozen strawberry for dessert. They're super cute and tasty. Just wish we had a better experience with the sushi.

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    Omakase Express Lunch came with these 5 sushi. Otoro, hamachi; bluefin tina, salmon, snapper.

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    3.9(975 reviews)
    2.6 miAdams Morgan
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    delicious dinner at perry's!…read more the entrance is somewhat poorly marked and you can easily miss it. some street parking but very busy downtown admo street. cute interior design and they also have a rooftop. you can see the sushi bar which is fun! our food came out almost tooooo fast but otherwise service was good. the edamame dumplings are an absolute must - they melt in your mouth and the parm is to die for!!! garlic fried rice is tasty but not mind-blowing, also 3 shrimp is pretty scanty. sushi good but again, not anything super exciting. glad to try but would only come back for the dumplings!

    Last minute dinner reservation at Perry's after seeing it on TikTok and Washingtonian's Top 100…read moreRestaurants! Service was great and felt upscale without being pretentious. Our server, Devin, walked us through the specials and ingredients and you could tell the team genuinely cared about the experience. Standout dishes were the Udon Carbonara, Garlic Edamame Dumplings, and a pork chop special that wasn't on the menu. The chef does a great job making vegetables exciting and every dish felt intentional. The fish dishes were good but not something I would go out of my way for. The Udon Carbonara lowkey tasted like an elevated Kraft mac and cheese in the best way possible! The pork chop was cooked perfectly and a bite of the pork with the udon was chef's kiss. Skipped dessert but overall a really enjoyable meal. You can tell a lot of thought goes into the food and I can definitely see why they've earned a James Beard Award!

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    Astoria DC

    4.3(641 reviews)
    2.1 miDupont Circle
    $$$

    First time visiting this place after saving it on my list for a while now. Well, let's just say…read morethat it's worth the hype! Advice: sitting outside might be better in the cooler weather because we were being eaten alive by mosquitoes and fighting off flies. I really hope that they consider some type of nature oils near the tables to help guests feel more comfortable outdoors. Also, it would help to get more than one fan. Hospitality: aside from the bugs encounter, I would say that we did not have reservations (they were packed inside) so the hostess was nice enough to accommodate us outdoor. Our waiter, Anthony was a ball of energy and he really understands the dishes and was able to give great recommendations, some of which we plan to try on our next visit. Portions: the dishes are shareable so we only ordered the beef noodles and walnut shrimp and both were more than enough for a party of 2. DRINKS: I ordered the dark and stormy which can best be described as not too sweet and perfect for anyone desiring a well balanced drink. The bourbon smash was also really good. Well balanced with a smoky flavor which I loved. FOOD: Beef noodles- gosh this was so divine! Be warned however, there is a bit of spice to it but nothing that you won't be able to handle. I think the spices paired with the preparation of the noodles and the beef all made this dish memorable. Walnut shrimp- another memorable dish which came with a side of white rice. The shrimps were HUGE! But the flavors on each shrimp paired with that crunchy texture and creamy sauce, spectacular! Safe to say that we enjoyed both dishes and cannot wait to return and reserve indoor tables lol

    Dishonor to my cow and my entire family for not taking a picture of this food! The people here were…read moreso kind--literally the sweetest. I don't even know how to describe the energy in this place, but you can just feel it the moment you walk in. The restaurant has a dark aesthetic that gives it such a cool, cozy ambiance. My daughter and I ordered the Dan Dan noodles and spicy wontons. Everything was so filling that we ended up ordering another bowl of the Dan Dan noodles! And honestly, I still crave them. The Dan Dan noodles were SO good. The sauce was the perfect combination of creamy and spicy, and there was a generous amount of minced pork that balanced everything out really well. The wontons paired perfectly with the chili sauce that came with them! They were spicy--my ears turned red and my nose started running--but I literally could not stop going back for another bite. Even the wontons alone were incredibly filling. I don't live anywhere near this place, and I genuinely wish I did. I traveled pretty far to get here, and I'd absolutely do it again. This was one of those meals that stays on your mind long after you've left!

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