I am craving for sushi right now and i remembered how amazing Sushi Taro in DC was!!! OMG this place was the best! Boyfriend took me here for my birthday years ago. We both had the tasting menu with all the extras included. It was sooooo soooo sooooo good. I feel like we over ate though so next time we go we will still both get tasting menu but maybe only one of us will get the extras and share those. I'm excited to go back!!!!! read more

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I am so happy I finally got to cross this Michelin Star restaurant off my list! Ambiance (4/5): Very spacious and much bigger than I thought. They are located on top of CVS which was pretty neat. The decor is more on the traditional side than modern. We sat in one of the booths, which was private and intimate. Food (4/5): We ordered the Jo Chirashi and Sushi Jo both dishes comprised of a wide selection of fish. We were impressed by the fresh quality and execution of the dishes. The tuna roll was average and didn't blow us out of the water. Additionally, I thought it was interesting that they did not serve cocktails. Only beer and wine. Service (5/5): From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by staff. Our waitress was very kind and helpful. She explained the menu to us and we did not feel rushed. I actually got to spend quality time with my partner! Additionally, the food came out in a timely manner. We were full and did not have space for dessert, but our waitress brought out a complementary dessert with a candle for my birthday. This was such a kind gesture! If you have not been to Sushi Taro, I recommend going just to say you've been! read more

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I have been wanting to try a Michelin star sushi restaurant for awhile now! Sushi Taro definitely exceeded my expectations. My boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner and it was absolutely amazing! We opted for the Kaiseki menu with premium sashimi ($20 extra). Each piece was so delicately made and fresh, it was a great way to try different nigiri pieces from Japanese sourced fish! I loved how we also got the hotpot, sashimi appetizers, croquette & soup to along with it. For the price and quality, it was super worth it. The service was quick, attentive, and well spaced out for 9 dishes. Our server recommended great sake to pair with our meal as well! The restaurant had small booths, tables, and counter space. I loved how intimate the restaurant was, almost like a hidden gem in DC. Perfect for a special occasion, an anniversary, or birthday. Will definitely have to come back and try another month's kaiseki! read more

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Came to Sushi Taro for anniversary. It was a nice experience! Unfortunately they lost their Michelin Star right before we came (and didn't know). We tried the chef special and a couple of other single dishes, they were amazing. Nothing like any other sushi we tried before, I guess more like sushi probably tastes in Japan. Service was special and attentive, a bit impatient with my lack of experience with certain dishes and names, but understandable. Prices are definitely high, in line with Michelin Star prices (even though they lost it). Still I recommend this place for special occasions, not for a casual/spontaneous sushi dinner. read more

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My favorite sushi restaurant in the dc area. Great service and food. A lille hidden, but nice atmosphere from the inside.

Tried Sushi Atari for restaurant week and was very happy with my overall experience! This high end Japanese spot offered a great starter of fresh yellowtail, seared to perfection. Next up, I enjoyed the sukiyaki angus ribeye in an iron pot. This soup like offering was warm and delicious, cooked perfectly as the meat was not overdone but not any part rare either. My counterparts tried the tempura and the grilled salmon and enjoyed their selections as well. For the main sushi event, we all enjoyed an array of different salmon, tuna, and more. While we all agreed the sizes were a bit small, we think this is because of the high quality of the fish. I would love to come back and try more of this menu! read more

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Good food for the most part. It's pricey so be prepared to spend though. I loved my chirashi bowl which was $40, but came with great cuts of fish and great sushi rice. The veggie tempura plate was also good. Probably the only disappointing dish I had was the unagi (eel) nigiri, which was $11 and way overpriced. I was not impressed with the sushi roll menu either. I feel like it's okay to charge more for rare fish or premium fish, but the eel was nothing special at all. The service at the bar could be a little better. There was long waits between each item coming out and no one came to check on us or to let us know our food was still on the way to the point we almost began to think it wasn't coming. I think it's good, but not the best place I've been to. I know it's a higher end kind of place, but the price is very exorbitant. Sushi is cheaper in San Francisco and San Diego and better overall. read more

Sushi Taro isn't just a meal--it's an unfolding story told course by course, bite by bite, in the heart of DC. Step inside, and you'll find yourself transported from the city streets to a tranquil corner of Japan. Whether you're diving into their Kaiseki tasting--where the chef curates each course like a poem--or crafting your journey à la carte, the commitment to freshness is unmistakable. Diners rave about the buttery miso salmon, the delicate snapper soup, and sushi that lands on your tongue like silk. The atmosphere is an experience on its own. Imagine handmade chandeliers overhead, art lining the walls, and a quiet energy that grounds you while your taste buds ascend. From seared yellowtail with soy sauce jelly to braised pork belly that melts with a ginger finish, everything is prepared with precision and deep respect for ingredients. Sure, prices run high (especially with fish flown straight from Japan), but nearly every guest agrees--it's worth every dollar for a special occasion or an unplanned self-care splurge. And while service can be brisk on busy nights, staff remain attentive and happy to guide you through the menu's nuances. Pairing a Kaiseki evening with the perfect post-dinner vibe? Pull Up DC delivers premium cannabis right to your door. After savoring umami-packed nigiri, imagine winding down with an indica to drift you into soft, meditative relaxation or sparking a creativity-charged sativa for a reflective sushi-inspired journaling session. At Sushi Taro, each course whispers a different secret--and Pull Up DC keeps the story flowing long after the final bite. read more

I enjoyed grabbing take out from here right before they closed. Their system and method was great: you can order online ahead of time and use your receipt number to grab your take out when you reach the restaurant. As expected, some things were out of stock but we liked the stuff we ordered. Some items were better than others. My take out order was scheduled to be picked up at 4:30 pm and I grabbed it at 4:45 pm. I opened the take out bag and noticed the cardboard miso soup containers were soggy with the soup was sloshing around in the plastic bag. I figured with a $120 order, the soup should have been in a sealed container. That being said, I managed to get what was left of it and enjoy it The plum sushi was pretty good - I never had anything like it and recommend it (when they open up again). The seaweed salad was also good although it had a lot more lettuce than I was expecting and less seaweed. The pokemon sushi seemed to be a favorite. We also got sweet potato tempura - again not sure what I was expecting but it was decent. It wasn't the typical orange sweet potato, this was less sweet and had a fried shell. Finally there was a pork item that my boyfriend enjoyed. That was a meal in itself and he barely had room for rolls but liked it all. I like how forward thinking this establishment is and look forward to the day I can try some new rolls. read more

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I'm surprised I don't have a review here because I've definitely been here quite a few times. I like to do Japanese cuisine on my birthday because that's my favorite. Was lucky to come here on my birthday a few years ago, and recently got takeout for this year's COVID birthday. Dining in: they are superb. Great service, great food and meal timing. Bar service: we did this once and the service wasn't great- wouldn't do it again. They do not provide the best attention to bar- only customers. Takeout: everything was wrapped really well and in general it was all tasty. However with the COVID craziness service was... lacking. I preordered over 5 hours in advance for my food and showed up almost exactly at 7pm, the time I said I'd pick up. I showed up and because we weren't allowed in, there was a radius of maybe 10-15 people spread apart waiting for the food. I waited about 25 minutes after I gave them my number, and when it came, I was missing a critical piece of my meal (an entire chirashi meal)...so we waited another 15-20 minutes. All in all, food quality great, and service is good dining in... they need to perfect other service. read more

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I ordered the kaiseki tasting menu ($120/person) but I also added the supplement of fine cuts of premium sashimi for an additional $20. The chefs counter was unavailable so we had to sit at a table. First walking in, the restaurant is really casual. Very different than a Michelin sushi restaurant in New York City. The waitress was unfriendly and didn't have the best attitude. The courses came out really quick and fast, a bit rushed. The food was nothing special at all, very underwhelming and disappointing. The additional supplement of premium sashimi was a waste. The only cut that was worth it was toro. Overall, super disappointing dinner, not worth a michelin star. We dined at Sushi Nakazawa before in DC - I would recommend dining there. read more

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Expensive sushi but so worth it. The salmon was definitely the best thing (although I'm biased towards salmon in general). So soft and a little fatty. I also tried the king salmon, a bit more expensive but again really good. The tuna was only okay, but the fatty tuna was really good. Otherwise, the yellowtail was great, shrimp tempura had something like mayo (?) in it but still quite good, and spicy tuna was pretty good but not my favorite. Overall really really good sushi but quite pricey. So not somewhere I can afford to go to all the time. read more

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We had an excellent experience celebrating my husband's birthday at the Omakase counter. I know four stars seems weird given the. Excellent experience but I'll share why in a minute. First, they have an archaic system for reservations. You need to email beginning at midnight a month before the date you want. They also charge extra for Saturday reservations for the Omakase counter. Finally, they require a credit card for booking and you have to send the number via email rather than using open table/resy or one of those system. Second, it was $600 plus with a reasonable bottle of wine, dinner and club soda. I'm not upset about this but wanted to share so others are aware. That's a lot. The food was amazing. Incredibly fresh. We started with a sample of Japanese dishes. Most I ever had and the richness was such a surprise. Everything is prepared directly in front of you. They transitioned into a sushi course and brought out these boxes (check out the photos) full of different kinds of fish. We had so.much.sushi. All of these amazing courses culminated in a few bites of A5 wagyu lightly seared. I've never had it before and it was heavenly. Just when I thought we were slowing down, the fish boxes came out AGAIN and they said we could request sushi until we are satisfied. It gave us ample opportunity to revisit some of the items we enjoyed earlier and try things that were not on the main menu for the evening. It was an excellent experience. The chefs are incredibly knowledgeable, educated us throughout and provided an absolutely decadent meal. read more

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Excellence all around. The food and service were outstanding. My boyfriend took me here for a special night out and we did the tasting menu. Every course was delicious. The standouts were the fatty tuna, YOU MUST GET THE FATTY TUNA, the Kobe beef broth, and Uni. The sushi is melts in your mouth good. The service was fabulous, each course came out timely and our waiter allowed us to taste three options of sake before we made a decision. And they were not small tastings. Our waiter also made several other recommendations on the sushi and each one was on point. If you are a sushi lover and looking for a special night out. This is the place to go. read more

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Overall: High quality fish and creative dishes are a mainstay at this restaurant. I have enjoyed this restaurant for date night, casual lunch, and work events. Tastiness: Similarly with Japanese restaurants in Japan, the emphasis falls on tasting the freshness of the fish and other high grade ingredients they are using. Over the years I tried at least 50% of the menu and have encountered something I did not think was less than excellent. Cocktails are good too! Service: The quality of service is driven by the person with whom you're interacting and this varied between excellent to mediocre. I think staff is trying to be attentive and friendly, however they often fall short due to being over extended for the number of patrons. Ambiance: Dimly lit space with relaxing music. Cleanliness: It's clean. Price: Appropriate for NW DC and the quality of the food you get to enjoy. read more

Orgasmic habanero scallop rolls. would literally be my last meal. i dont even care if it the sheer amount i've eaten has increased my chances of getting freakin worms. hojicha pudding is IMMACULATE.excellent service too. grady's a cutie pie, nice mustache, fat ass too. read more

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Not Fresh TL;DR: Sashimi and nigiri were old, seemed to be premade, and the manager couldn't care less about our complaint. Not worth the $120 price tag. Here's the story: my father and I are both in the seafood industry, obviously he's a lot more experienced than me, but we're both big fans of sushi, so we came to Sushi Taro seeing it's high review on various platforms, but were deeply disappointed with what they had to offer. The appetizers and other dishes were okay, nothing to brag, but also nothing wrong. You could barely taste the lobster in the lobster croquette. But these were nothing bothering compared to the main issue with their sushi (nigiri) and sashimi. Right off the bat we noticed how all the fish they served us looked dry and old - not the same kind of dry you get from padding away the moisture from a fresh piece of flesh, but more like air-dried from sitting too long. In addition, their tuna on the nigiri was spliting apart (no picture as we told the waitor it didn't look fresh, so he took it back right away). The staff tried to excuse that by saying it was marinated, but in reality, only two factors could have caused this, either the violent handling of the fish, or its dying freshness, and we suspect the latter. Normally, a good piece of nigiri should be soft, moist, with a little warmth from the making process. To the opposite of that, ours tasted dry, stale, and bland. The rice inside reminded us of the $5 california roll you can pickup in QFC's deli section, not to mention the fish literally broke apart (not in a good way, at all) in our mouth with the slightest pressure because its rotting flesh could no longer hold itself together, giving us a terrible mouth feel. It should be no surprise that I then had to speak with the manager about these issues, hoping she would pass on our words to the kitchen. But she couldn't care less about what we told her, and kept defending the chefs, not even apologizing for the low quality in the slightest. Overall, Taro's Sushi is not a terrible place, but for the price it charges, we believe there are far more better options than compromising here, especially given their attitude towards their customers, mediocre service, lackluster service, and concerning food quality. read more

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I came and tried their Kaiseki tasting menu and was really impressed with both the variety of food and the amount they gave! This tasting menu cost $120 per person and has additional costs if you want to upgrade your sashimi or your shabu shabu course to include wagyu (we did both upgrades - the sashimi one I think you can skip but I really enjoyed the wagyu upgrade). I really enjoyed how much food they gave for each course and that they included food other than sushi/sashimi. The shabu shabu was one of my favorite courses, the broth was spicy and flavorful and it was really fun overall. For one of the latter courses you were able to pick which sushi you would like a repeat of, which I enjoyed being able to have that option. We came for our anniversary and they gave us complimentary champagne! read more

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This is a follow up to a previous review in which I described in detail, how the restaurant server from the bar appeared to intentionally slow walk service so as to avoid giving us happy hour pricing. When asked for HH pricing (which we'd been waiting for), he said, sorry there's nothing I can do. Certainly, he could have asked his manager if it was ok to offer HH pricing to customers like us who'd been sitting there long before its expiration (which is common practice in restaurant customer service), but he choose not to do so. But the response I received today from someone named "General M.," makes me wonder what in the world is going on over there at Sushi Taro. See the screen shot below. If this reply has come from someone representing the restaurant, is it any wonder why they lost their Michelin star rating...? read more

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Sushi Taro was pretty great! It was definitely expensive so be ready to pay a good amount but the restaurant is not pretentious at all. They were very hospitable and nice but they knew their food inside and out and were very specific when describing the dishes. I had the matcha tea which was probably the best tea I've had. It was just a really good tea. Then I had the fatty tuna roll and scallop roll which was an experience in itself. We got the wagyu beef nagiri which was nice but I had never had wagyu beef in my life so I wanted to try it. If it's something you've eaten before I would skip this part. The udon with rho was also sooo delicious! Then lastly, We got the sashimi platter which was a looot of fish. In hindsight I wouldn't have gotten the udon noodles and scallop roll because I was pretty full by the time we got the platter but somehow we got through it. Everything was so fresh and presented so beautifully. Overall I was very impressed and would recommend this place! read more

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Came here on Tuesday and ordered the tokujo set. As u can see on my pics, the oh toro is old. And 8/10 sushi has strong flavour old like. I know it by heart because i'm a sushi geek. Prob for other peeps it's okay coz they don't know. It's not extremely bad bad but i was expecting more from this place. If only 3-4 fish is old then its okay. Coz they close on monday. And they got their delivery on Tuesday. Prob the one that i got was the stock that they need to get rid of from the last delivery day. So sad. Anyway, came back with my friend another day because she wants to convince me. But i just order their hot dishes . Got a better service from our friendly waitress. And she makes sure that we left happy this time. The croquettes was amazing, i'll come back for that. I give extra star for her read more

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Called and picked up Sushi Jo box (9 pieces nigiri + 1 roll + miso soup) $32 + tax + 10% tip on a Friday evening. Tried about 5 calls over 8 minutes to talk to someone on the phone as they seem to be very busy with to go orders. Order was ready 30 minutes after the call. Restaurant had 1 other guest picking up orders when I showed up. I thought the fish served were very fresh and tasted so good, was so happy to get some sushi after eating at home almost completely for 2 weeks. However, I had some stomach issues late at night and the next day. The last time I went to Sushi Taro was end of February and I also had stomach issues after that meal. Sadly, I feel like my sushi eating days may be over as my stomach is no longer strong enough to accommodate raw fish, I used to get sushi every other week. read more

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Oh man, their sushi just melts on your tongue! It was a bit pricey so good for special occasion nights. The service was a little bit on the slower side as well but we didn't mind since we were busy catching up and didn't feel like we were being rushed out. read more

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their omakase is $250??? don't quote me on that but I believe that was the price... since I was unsure about the omakase and didn't want to pay that much for it, we settled for their other set menu! Which was $120 pp. I was excited for a set meal to include other things besides sushi and was pleasantly surprised! The first course was small and refreshing to kick things off. I enjoyed the persimmon jam dressing but the spaghetti squash texture did not work well with it. The second course was an activity lol. I was very confused by it all but the waitress kindly explained it to us that the cup on top is how you drink the broth. It was weird picking out insides through the top... I was literally eating out of a teapot The third course was not great... the oysters were 2 East coast and 1 west coast. They were pretty small and tasted a bit off... like they definitely could have been fresher and more flavorful. The fourth and fifth course - sushi - they were alright, nothing super special about them, quality was also just ok... The sixth course was phenomenal! The egg drop soup was FULLLLL of mushroom flavor and the egg made it taste super silky. The only recommendation would have been to take it off the fire like 1 minute earlier.. the mushroom kinda burned on the side which gave the entire dish a slight burnt taste, but that couldn't mask the delicious mushroom umami flavors. The seventh course was my own choice. I appreciated how they let us choose our final 3 pieces out of the entire list, so I chose my favorites! The eighth course - this was SO GOOD. The hojicha pudding was perfection in a cup! They also have a version with alcohol but you can opt out if you don't drink. I would only recommend this set if you want to be fancy and want to try it for the first time... other than that, save your money and order a la carte. read more

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+ $17 Michelin-starred lunch box - How can you beat that? + great menu selection + good for solo dining - I was quickly seated at the bar; good turnover rate for the bar seats (people seem to go on their lunch break) + efficient service + everything was delicious + music ranged from Amy Winehouse to piano to jazz Must revisit on future DC trips - still need to try the Omakase Counter experience. read more

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Never disappoints, and it's possibly one of only two DC restaurants that can live up to the best LA sushi restaurants. Last night we started with the pork belly, braised for 12 hours in sweet soy. Incredible. Then ohitashi, light and delicious. The miso eggplant was the best I've ever had, one slice perfectly tender with white miso, the other sweeter and nuttier with dark miso. Then sashimi for two. Pristine fish, from scallops with dashi gel, to Japanese mackerel to amberjack and Kumamoto oysters. The wine is better these days at Sushi Taro, and more generously poured, with better service, which improves the whole dining experience. I don't usually order desserts in sushi restaurants, but the banana chocolate crepes were surprising and elegant and delicious - you must order them! I have loved this restaurant for more than 20 years. It's just getting better. read more

We were lucky enough to come for restaurant week twice, and loved each experience. The sushi is fresh, delicious, and served at the right temperature! Their tempura is crispy with very light batter. Will definitely come back to try their regular menus as well. read more

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Incredible sushi - pricey, but worth the money. Must try the wagyu. Recommend for an upscale dinner, good for date night, to bring guests from out of town, or even for a business event. read more

By far our favorite sushi restaurant in DC. Sushi Taro's consistency and level of excellence for both food and service is unparalleled. While the sushi options are all excellent, don't miss the wagyu nigiri. read more

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This is the best, reasonably priced sushi I've had in the DC area. It's definitely not cheap, but to get the absolute highest quality sushi, you have to shell out for an omakase-only sushi restaurant. All the fish at Sushi Taro is always fresh and great quality. You can't go wrong with any of their fish selections. As a side note, be sure to get the hojicha purin dessert. Hojicha is roasted green tea, and the roasted flavor works perfectly in this light, flan-like dessert. read more

I really love sushi taro and this place has been a solid choice over the years. The quality of the fish is really great and the service too. read more

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Wow. What a meal at Sushi Taro and totally worth the trip to DC! We came for David's birthday (made a reservation). Loved the ambiance, it was a much bigger inside that we had initially thought and honestly much nicer inside than it looks outside. We were seated in a large booth, almost every other seat in the restaurant was full. My favorites of the night were: fatty tuna nigiri, wagyu beef nigiri, Santa Barbara sea urchin, and the caramel mochi ice cream. My least favorite was probably the rainbow maki roll. The fatty tuna - it's a MUST. It completely melted in my mouth and I literally said "wait where did it go?" I probably could've had six of those things. The wagyu nigiri, SPECTACULAR. So beefy and flavorful and fatty. Overall, the quality of their fish was just superb. Last but not least, THE ICE CREAM. I don't even like caramel. Our waitress recommended this one and wow, the things David and I could say about this ice cream....if they sold it by the tub I would buy immediately. Creamy combined with caramel, what a perfect combo. It was that good. And the pieces of mochi in it. Just amazing, get it! So grateful to have had this experience at Sushi Taro and highly recommend! read more

The bathroom was a great experience! I loved the awesome decor. The soap had a great dispenser and was very sudsy. It was immaculate and smelled neutral. A great experience overall. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, service was above average. Only two real concerns. 1) the tempura paneer potato was served cold. 2) when I order $100 worth of sashimi, don't charge me $3 extra for rice; it just feels cheap and petty. read more

How do I even describe the experience here? The fish is just so fresh that you'd think it was swimming a few minutes earlier. Nothing disappoints- I haven't been let down (yet). Don't over look the Tamago Sushi which is a thin egg omelet on a base of sushi rice. And... Be sure to order the desserts- it's also phenomenal. read more

One of my ultimate favorite sushi places in the whole universe. I've had the pleasure of experiencing both the exclusive omakase counter experience as well as the much talked about happy hour experience. It'd be unfair to compare the two experiences to each other as they are so vastly different. However, one thing that could be said is the sushi is FRESH and of high quality. Try both of the experiences, you won't regret it. Tip for the happy hour is to get there early and get in line! Tip for the omakase is to make reservations when the reservation window is open and be prepared to spend some money! As exclusive as it is, you pay top dollar... read more

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While visiting DC, my companion and I wanted to try an Omakase or Chef's tasting experience. After trying to get into 2 other sushi restaurants, we landed on this one because of its price point and location. We went in with little expectations but left pleasantly surprised. First, our server was outstanding. She guided us away from the Chef's tasting and recommended a few popular dishes to start and then to order the Sushi Takujo, which is a chef's selection with 1 roll of choice. Everything was on point. We ordered the fried squid tentacles, pickled vegetables and the pork belly for starters. The pork belly was so tender and it came with braised daikon both were outstanding. The Tokujo was the perfect amount for us and every piece just melted in your mouth. This was exceptional quality for the price. You will get an incredible meal without breaking the bank! read more

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My first ever dive into the world of Michelin starred restaurants was at Sushi Taro and wow I've been missing out. It becomes quite apparent as soon as you take your first bite why these restaurants get their stars!!! So let's begin!! The good: it's a small little place that doesn't hold a bunch of people so right there I love it. It's comfortable and quaint and makes you feel welcome. Obviously without saying the food is the highlight. I'm not going to dive into how wonderful the food is as it quite obvious. I will say a must is the spicy tuna. Just do it and then come back and thank me It's not a loud place at all, great for for a romantic dinner. The service was good not great!! It could have been a hair better but really nothing to really complain about. Great list of wines and beers along with a great cocktail list full of drinks that compliment the food very well. The Bad: It's in downtown DC so true parking is a pain in the butt!! That's not the restaurants fault so I can't knock them for it. Overall a great experience and a highly recommended restaurant. I look forward to my next trip to DC and my next dinner at sushi taro!! read more

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The first time I came here, I had the Omakase Counter, and absolutely enjoyed the food and experience! If you haven't done so already, I would highly recommend it, and you are required to make an online reservation 30 days in advance. Also, it costs around $200, but totally worth it! Regardless, this time I came here for lunch, which you should make reservations since it was packed even though I came as it opened. The entrance to the restaurant is pretty small that leads upstairs to the dining area where the host will take you to your seats. The staff is welcoming. I ordered the Premium Chirashi Set, Santa Barbara Sea Urchin, Shrimp Tempura Roll, and 3 different desserts. The good: The Premium Chirashi Set is delicious! If you love fresh raw fish, and don't care what type of seafood you're given, then this is the dish to order to have a variety of different sashimi. It comes in a bowl of sushi rice with the sashimi layered on top of it. The Santa Barbara Sea Urchin (Uni) is creamy and delicious! I could consistently order this and eat more of this if money wasn't an issue! I would definitely order a large bowl of Uni on top of Sushi Rice if possible. The Shrimp Tempura Roll is very crunchy and delicious! The tempura flour on the shrimp was light and tasty, and it's probably my favorite shrimp tempura I've ever had thus far. Desserts: Can't remember the names of the other 2, but the one you want to order is the Taro Banana Chocolate Crepe! The dessert is absolutely delicious with the banana wrapped with chocolate, and then you have a dipping sauce of chocolate to make it burst with sweet delicious flavors. Overall, this is definitely the best sushi spot in the DC Metropolitan area that I've visited. They definitely deserve the Michelin Star, and I plan to return to have their Omakase Counter again. read more

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Horrible service, took forever to get my water refilled. Which wouldn't be an issue except my throat got so dry I had trouble swallowing. Maybe it's because I came by myself, or maybe it's because it's restaurant week. But the service was bad. Sushi was good, but not the best and they didn't even get my order in the right order. I really wanted to like this restaurant but service was sub par and the food wasn't much better. I was told this was supposed to be a really good spot but the service and food was lacking. Maybe because I came by myself? read more

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