This place is pretty freaking cool. It's a Japanese food hall with 4 individual spaces inside one…read morelarge space ( the owner also owns the Italian spot on the other side). I went for the buffet brunch at Dear Sushi. I'm not a hugh sushi eater but I loved the cooked stuff. I'm not super adventurous on the raw lol. The buffet is $65 and a 20% gratuity is added. The price was ok with me. There were plenty of food options for me to chose from and the service was good. We sat the bar, Jose and Molly were awesome and mixed up some delicious drinks. The food was delicious. Highlights for me were the fried chicken ( not sure of the correct name), milk bread (had to limit myself, I love bread lol), dumplings ( could have takien the whole tray lol), grilled salmon, and the tempura cauliflower. Another standout was the donuts from the dessert section. These donuts were so lite and airy. Almost guilt free when you bit into them. I would definitely return for brunch or to try out one of the other spots.

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.

This place embodies what every local sushi place should be. Not overly expensive, friendly service,…read moreand feeling very local. I did a pick up order for my two rolls and spent less than expected. It only took 5 minutes to prepare my order, so I decided to wait a bit and appreciate how quaint it felt inside. I'm surprised how little people were inside, so I'd encourage more people to try great quality food at an affordable price point!

Such a cute little place! The ramen was delicious and so were the chicken dumplings. Very nice…read moreserver. I'd love to come back and try something else!

Great experience, food was amazing. Chef John Yi was knowledgeable and entertaining. We did the…read morepremium sake pairing and it complemented all of our courses well. Relaxing environment and not stuffy at all. I haven't written many reviews in years but this spot deserved me taking some time to do so. Try it, great time for a special evening or just a good time!

One of the best omakase experiences I've ever had! Highly recommend, as the head Chef and…read moresupporting staff make the whole experience memorable and I will definitely come back again. Thank you Chef!

Welcome to Georgetown, Chef Ota and Sushi Gaku!…read more Fun fact: Chef Ota is one of the only chefs in the area to hole a fugu preparation license! Making a dinner reservation on their online platform was a breeze and seamless. Try their Okimari Prix Fixe, as it comes with miso soup, a choice of a sashimi carpaccio, 10 pieces of premium nigiri, a choice of maki, and ice cream. There is also Gakyu Omakase specialties, where one is a sushi course and one is a fugu course (that is seasonal). They also have Signature Sushi Sets, in which the Edo Style Nigiri and the Gaku Sushi Assortment are recommended! We enjoyed the Chef's Langoustine Lobster roll and the Chef's Crunchy Spicy Tuna roll, several nigiris (Aburi-style), and the sushi sets. Other options include various soups, apps, and a la carte items. Service was kind, friendly, and attentive. Look for the Sushi Gaku sign/plaque, and go downstairs. The space is bright and clean, and I liked the 'sparkly' fabrics they used for the furniture. Metered street parking can be found in the area. +omakase +sushi sets +online reservations available

Thrilled to have an authentic sushi option so close. The menu included chef designed pre-fixe…read moremeals, but also allowed you to order a la carte from an impressive selection of sashimi, sushi and maki rolls. The yellowtail sashimi carpaccio is absolutely worth trying. The soft shell crab rolls were perfectly crisped. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive. Beautiful mini orchids adorned all the tables. And even though it was raining today, their back courtyard looks like it will eventually be a delight for outdoor dining. Looking forward to my next visit.

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!

Absolutely loved loved loved Shoto!…read more Came here with a friend where we partaked in the omakase premium experience. Firstly, the vibe of Shoto is unmatched. It feels very intimate and the restaurant is very spacious. The Omakase experience is one I had always wanted to experience and I'm so happy I got to experience it here. All the food items that came out were delicious and I was so full by the time dessert came out. Service was amazing and our server was pleasant. She made sure we understood all dishes that were coming out and everything came out fresh and prompt. This is the best restaurant for a date night or an intimate birthday dinner. I can't wait tomorrow to come back.

Amazing food Amazing service…read more Amazing ambiance I had the sake tacos which was salmon small bite size tacos. Definitely recommend getting two or three for your appetizer. The beef tenderloin (forgot what they called it) with the potatoes on the side. The beef tenderloin was cooked medium well and tasted so good, don't let it it sit because it can get a little cold quickly. The potatoes were soft fried and had a nice kick with the sauce. I want to try the spicy lamb next time. Paired it with the kemuri cocktail, a mezcal that hints of smokiness but sweet. Ended with one scoop of mango sorbet. My date got the chicken skewers and the grilled salmon well done, it was good but a little dry. Ended with the chocolate fondue with vanilla bean that just melted in your mouth. Parked it all with a Long Island ice tea top shelf. Thank you TJ for serving us and being attentive. It's located right y the street so you can't miss it. You walk in and they have a display of all their whisky. It's intimate but they have plenty room for group settings. Loved the decor especially the fire windows. Can't wait to come back!

Absolutely enjoyed everything about popping in for lunch after a stressful week and enjoying hand…read morerolls. From the moment I walked in the door I was greeted with warm kindness, just what I needed after the week I experienced. Since a focus is handrolls they offer hand sanitizer at the door before showing you to your seat. The restaurant is sleek and minimal. Food is made right in front of you at the bar. Lunch is walk in only. I ordered the 6 handrolls and added on ell and Acevichado for a total of 8. Included in the 6 were the Acevichado, Spicy Tuna, Crab, Hamachi, Salmon Belly and Scallop. My two favorites were the eel and the acevichado hence why I purchased two. I had hot hojicha lemongrass tea to drink. Overall this is exactly what I needed. Great service, excellent food and good vibes.

DC summers aren't for a California girl like me. I was in town for business and couldn't stomach…read moreanything but a light dinner, and Maru San served me well. I landed at DCA and got here when the restaurant opened. There was no line! I even tried to utilize the virtual waiting list - thought I was getting tricked - but there really was no line! Maybe cause it was the day of the world cup final and no one was interested in hand rolls? I think I got lucky. I ordered the set of 3, and ended up adding 3 more - guess I was hungry. My favorite was the acevichado, and least favorite was probably the langosta. I would also skip the passionfruit lemonade since there was nothing special about it. The handrolls have a peruvian twist to it, and I really enjoyed the twist. Its quite dark in there so was hard to take pictures, but great for a first / intimate date setting. My handroll maker wasn't very helpful but the host was around to ask questions. I would come back to the experience!

Guys, run don't walk to this little gem. Rolls are made to order immediately after ordering and…read moreeverything is SO good, my phone did not get to eat first this time. We tried the Red Dragon Crunchy Roll, Rock 'n Roll, and the Hawaiian Roll and everything was DELICIOUS. Good portions, delicious flavor, and honestly a steal at $12/13 a roll. Will absolutely be back.

When we first located this sushi place it almost seemed like a specialty sushi restaurant. It has…read morea hometown feel and the ambiance definitely fits in well with this small section of Georgetown. We ordered two types of sushi- the California Rolls and something called Maki which basically consist of tuna slices. The fish was absolutely fresh, and we enjoyed every bite. We stayed there for a good twenty minutes before we headed off to the theater. The people working there were nice and it was a great experience.