I had a stellar experience at Otani!…read more The restaurant itself itself is very cozy. The decor is very simple; A few paintings on the wall and a view to watch the sushi chefs at the bar. I ordered the beef tataki, the sashimi platter, and the tako yaki: - The beef tataki was served chilled; The beef was slightly smokey and the sauce was bright, giving the dish a kind of refreshing feeling. - The fish in the sashimi platter was very fresh and the display was beautiful. The sashimi came with miso soup (as good as any other miso soup). - I loved the takoyaki! I tend to think takoyaki tastes about the same everywhere, but this may genuinely have been my favorite takoyaki I've tried in the area; I had to resist ordering a second plate of it. As a solo diner, I spent $58 (excluding tip) for what I perceive to be a lot of food. For a fancy solo outing, I think it was great value for the quality of food. The staff was also very attentive and my food came out promptly. This is a great solo dining or date spot.

Very good customer service, and the sushi was very fresh. We got the sushi, sashimi otani omakase,…read moreit says for 3 but definitely not for 3. Its definitely a bit expensive but the quality of fish was good treat. The bathroom is a bit dark, but otherwise the restaurant is very clean and friendly.

Came in on a Wednesday evening and it was pretty empty, so you wouldn't need a reservation on a…read moreweekday. Lots of space, and a solid location, and it's been around for over 20 years. The fried egg noodles are so satisfying--better than the fried rice. If you choose an entree, you get lots vegetables, and a good amount of protein. Really nice hibachi chefs who are very interactive and fun. Good yum yum sauce.

Wow, no menu prices. Is the food free here? I just looked at the menu on their website. There is…read morenothing there that tells about what you pay for the food.

First time here in probably 10+ years. Went with family on a week night so it wasn't busy at all…read more Excellent customer service! My fav part was the hibachi! There was no line and the chef was so friendly. My food was absolutely delicious!

was taken here for lunch earlier this week and no shade to teppanyaki maybe to the genre but this…read morewas a reminder as to why i dont think buffets are for me I love the concept of all you can eat but i dont love the concept of everyone and anyone having this close of access to the food and the rotation styles of such establishments i was there for about an hour and a half not once was the white rice changed very dry my guest said the cherries were bitter and not in that fun tart cherry way, the kimichi was dry, the standouts were the coconut shrimp and french fries

The sushi was excellent. I really like the concept of comparing the old school sushi with the new…read moreschool sushi. The chef had some interesting combinations and reimagined ways of preparing a traditional nigiri style fish. I sat at the bar and the service was great. The strawberry dessert at the end was a really cool surprise. Especially since strawberry ice cream is my favorite. The Restaurant also had a relaxed cool vibe to it. I would definitely go here again.

Really enjoyed going to this place for was for the sushi brunch which was great I thought the…read moreselection of food was good and the drinks were great value. Sushi is definitely the star of the show and there are a bunch of options. Service was very nice and quick. Inside the restaurant looks great normally it's more of a food hall except on Sunday.

Every time we come here, they remember us and we truly enjoy our time…read more This place is fun and delicious! We ate before I could take pictures! The staff connects with everyone. The service is professional and the management team is on the floor checking in. Shout out to Alex, who is one of the managers he just cares about the customers, the staff and the experience. If I could give more than five stars, I would.

I took my daughter there some time ago. Their service is very good. All of them were super…read morefriendly and attentive. Portion and price is great for bbq. I think the amount of pretty good for two of us but please know that we eat tiny amount. Lol. The place is clean and hip to hangout. Overall very good experience, will definitely come back.

What is it about astronaut-types who love sushi? This can't be a generalization because Osaka is a…read moreNASA haunt. I'm pretty sure this sushi cafe's bread and butter is due in part to the fact they are literally across the street from NASA and know how to serve delicious sushi with decades of veteran expertise. Osaka Japanese Restaurant offers tasty and reliable dishes. And has for many years. It does not have a fusion menu or flashy decor. It does has traditional Japanese fare that you will enjoy and likely come back for. The sushi bar, itself, is small. I've sat at it a few times, over the years, and found it a friendly place to dine alone. The service in the large dining area is usually austere and efficient. I've only ever seen one waiter the entire restaurant at night and he does it well. When we dined here, recently, I was in a Japanese comfort food mood. So, this review is devoid of any raw sushi reflections. There are many, many options outside of sushi to choose from at Osaka. I was relieved to know that our dishes came with miso soup and a ginger dressing salad, as should be normal at full-service Japanese restaurants. The dressing was so good that I sipped most all it after the salad was gone. I lost all of my dignity and sipped it like soup. I ordered a Bento Box. The Bento Boxes are impressive, here, because of their variety and portion size. We enjoyed Bento Box "B," with salmon teriyaki, 6 California rolls, shrimp and vegetable tempura, gyoza dumplings and white rice. I wouldn't dare ask for a California roll substitution because I'm guessing everyone else does and classically Bento Boxes are not 'make your own'. But I abhor the painted-red faux crabmeat in California rolls which one finds at many restaurants and markets. Not these rolls, at Osaka, however! I actually more-than-liked their California rolls and Ican honestly say I do not usually eat them without removing the meat. Not here. This is really saying a lot about their food quality, here. I didn't ask but I think they actually use real crab meat instead of the pollock or otherwise fish blend that 95% of places use in California rolls. When you're in Maryland eating California rolls, faux crab meat is heresy. The salmon teriyaki in the Bento Box B was a tastey surprise! It was super-fresh, perfectly seared and not overcooked. The shrimp tempura were average/fine. The vegetable tempura was even better: asparagus, eggplant and a yam. I think the fried coating could have been lighter and airier but it was not too thick. The gyoza dumplings were a definite stand-out: were these homemade? They must have been because they were expertly seasoned, delightfully herby and aromatic. Must get more! Entree #2 was pork katsu called Ton Katsu. The pork was good but I much prefer their chicken katsu. The person I was sharing these dishes with preferred pork. It was good and well-seasoned. The ton katsu sauce was complex and the umami was definitely there. It was thick, smoky and dark. Not at all sweet. We also requested the sweeter teriyaki sauce on the side and I ended up using equal parts of each. The second standout at Osaka was the cabbage side dish which came with the pork ton katsu entree. This was a lovely and unique presentation of thinly-sliced cabbage along with other flavors. I don't know if they also offer this as an appetizer but I really liked it. I also added some ginger dressing to it and tasted even better. All in all Osaka Japanese Restaurant in Lanham is maybe overlooked and should never be because their sushi and entrees are at least reliably classic and good, if not delicious and - at times - even surprising.

Lowkey one of the best sushi spots in PG County. I come here when the craving hits and I need…read moresomething quick, fresh, and actually good without leaving the area. It's giving hidden gem. Prices are reasonable, portions are solid, and the quality stays consistent. Service is standard, ambiance is clean and unassuming, nothing extra but it works. You'll always see a steady crowd in and out, especially NASA staff stopping by for their sushi fix :)

Temari is a very casual Japanese-owned restaurant offering homey Japanese cuisine. I've been…read moremeaning to check it out and I finally did a couple Saturdays ago. It was really popular that evening, so the three of got squished at the table meant for two, but we didn't mind. The menu is pretty extensive, offering ramen, udon, tonkatsu, rice bowls, grilled fish sets, and more. We ordered pretty quickly, but with how busy it was, it took a bit for the food to come out CHILEAN SEA BASS - 37 As I scanned through, my eyes immediately fell on the miso sea bass. Despite the price point, I knew I had to go for it because sea bass is hard to find around here. This set came with rice, house salad, miso soup, and cold tofu. The sides were pretty standard -- no compliments, but no complaints either. On the other hand, the sea bass was wonderful. Super creamy and soft, with a strong miso sweetness that packed so much umami upon each bite. I would definitely splurge on this set just for the sea bass. My friend got the ramen and didn't love it, so I'll probably avoid that during future visits. The katsu curry that the table next to us ordered looked and smelled amazing. Overall, food was delicious and homey. I'd definitely recommend!

Cutest hole in the wall!!…read more Authentic Japanese food on Rockville Pike. Never knew what I was missing... their sushi seriously tastes like it was made with love. Absolutely floored by the fatty tuna sushi roll. It is on the pricier side, but honestly, I don't think I even minded. We got the katsu and sashimi combo plus some rolls on the side. The katsu was delicious, and the sashimi was super fresh. The combo also came with the cutest little side dishes, really adorable presentation overall. The staff was also incredibly attentive about my friend's allergies (dairy and nuts). They kept checking in with us and even showed us the sauce ingredients to make sure everything was safe. One of the staff members called my friend "kawaii" after hearing her long list of allergies lol, and honestly, that made my day.

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!

Akira Ramen in Gambrills is our convenient Ramen spot…read more The location is small but I've never been and it was super packed. This location is clean, service is fine, and food is decent. I've definitely had better Ramen, but I look at Akira as the basics of Ramen. I like the beef and pork belly ramen. The shredded beef has a sweetness to it with texture is unique. I always get the spicy paste on the side to add a little more flavor. The appetizers are okay, nothing to rave about. The Crab dumpling is my least favorite so far. The Bruce Roll is pretty good. It's light and fresh.

Revisit after a long absence. Had Takoyaki, volcano ramen and Akeira ramen. Takoyaki was very wet…read moreinside. Volcano ramen was good. Akeira ramen was a bit boring. Needs to be served with something to kick it up a notch: sriracha, chili oil, or asian seasoning sauce that can be added as desired. Long wait for the check to leave. Staff were more focused on putting people in the wait list than tending to customers who were finished.

Nasime offers a thoughtfully curated 7-course tasting menu that goes far beyond a traditional sushi…read moreexperience. It's a delicious journey through different forms of Japanese cuisine, from raw dishes to grilled, fried, and even a comforting soup course. The setting is intimate, with just a few seats per seating, which makes the experience feel personal and unrushed. Each dish is introduced with care, offering insight into the ingredients and preparation and adding an extra layer of appreciation to the meal. We opted for the sake pairing, which complemented the courses beautifully. Standout dishes for us were the sashimi and the wagyu beef, both incredibly fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared. That said, every course was truly delicious. Nasime is a wonderful spot for a thoughtful, peaceful dinner and an especially great choice for a date night. Reservations are required through Resy, and I definitely recommend coming hungry--you'll want to enjoy every course.

To explain my review, I am most influenced by how much I enjoyed the food. It's only fair to note…read morethe menu rotates and I received a serving that I would not personally enjoy. Perhaps it was being a patron during the winter when freshness is limited. Each dish we ate I rank below: 1) poached egg w/ blue crab dashi ankake (5/10) - the egg was cold and cooled the soup once the yolk was pierced which took away from the experience for me. The crab was good and it was supplemented by this corn-like kernel that was bitter and complemented the soup well. 2) seared wagyu with truffle shoyu (8/10) - seems to be a staple. Delicious. Wish there was more truffle since some pieces weren't as covered. Slightly cold but didn't take away from the experience. 3) otsukuri (sashimi) (8.5/10) - wish this was the majority of the meal. This was the part enjoyed most. A wide variety of fish. I would've enjoyed this more if it was not all served at once. 4) spanish octopus agedashi (8/10) - very delicious though the octopus pieces were very big and some too fatty. ' 5) prime fillet mignon w/ haccho miso graze (9/10) - amazing!! our favourite dish. served on a bed of eggplant and mozz cheese. The steak was perfectly cooked. 6) maple leaf duck noodle soup (3/10) - did not enjoy this dish. The broth was not savoury and the duck was far too gamey and fatty. Fortunately, we were stuffed so didn't eat this one. 7) housemade strawberry japanese fro yo (8/10) - refreshing and delicious Cocktails - 7/10 - very limited menu. We had one of the signature cocktails and a whisky. They were both light but lacked complexity. Most of the flavour was given way by the yuzu. Atmosphere - this is where the restaurant shines and I'd recommend going for a special date. It's a very intimate setting. About 10 people can be seated every time, and I believe there are two seatings each evening (6pm and 8:30pm). You are not rushed. We had the 8:30pm seating and lingered for almost 3 hours. It was an excellent environment conducive to conversation. We sat at the bar and saw the one-man show, the chef, prepare all the food. He had a haughty energy, very focused, and unsmiling. He gave the aura of a trained culinary genius. This was nicely contrasted with the one server, a charming and smiling individual. The place is not fancy - I do think it could've been nicer - but I believe it is the most authentic Japanese restaurant you'll find in all the DMV. I would highly recommend to everyone interested in fine Japanese cuisine.