When you are in the mood for a nice sushi dinner in the DMV area, just make sure to go the extra mile and get to the nation’s capital to have the best experience. Read on to find out the best sushi places in Washington, DC that you should not miss out on.
Sushi Nakazawa
Address: 1100 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, 20004
Phone: (202) 289-3515
Website: https://www.sushinakazawa.com/washington-dc/
Providing its fish and shellfish from Japan and around the world, Sushi Nakazawa takes pride in its Nigiri-sushi exclusive “Omakase” menu which contains around twenty pieces of Nigiri. Their private dining team can help you organize an event, creating custom omakase menus based on your preferences. The restaurant features a sushi counter that has 10 seats and a dining room. Catering service is also available. Dietary restrictions can be requested, except for “vegetarian, no rice, and no raw food restrictions.”
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Sushi Hachi
Address: 735 8th Street SE, Washington DC, 20003
Phone: (202) 450-6452
Website: https://www.sushihachidc.com/
Operating in DC’s Eastern Market neighborhood since 2017, Sushi Hachi promises to combine the high quality fish of Asia with the modern style of the DMV area. Chef and restaurateur Steve Yoon who currently runs the restaurant first started in the business when he took over Sushi Rock in Arlington, VA. They offer the freshest fish and the best sushi rolls. Walk-ins are accepted; no need to reserve a table.
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O-Ku Washington
Address: 1274 5th Street NE, Washington DC, 20002
Phone: (202) 888-8790
Website: https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-washington-dc/
Located in Union Market, O-Ku DC is another popular sushi place in the nation’s capital. The award-winning Japanese restaurant has been featured in many reputable media outlets including Chicago Tribune, Travel + Leisure, Esquire, Jezebel, Thrillist, and more. They use the freshest ingredients sourced from high quality vendors from various countries to produce top-notch modern Japanese cuisine. In addition to innovative dishes, you can find traditional sashimi and sushi.
Sushi Taro
Address: 1503 17th St NW, Washington DC
Phone: (202) 462-8999
Website: https://www.sushitaro.com/
Sushi Taro proudly offers “Kaiseki,” which is a traditional Japanese tasting course, the same way it is served in its homeland. The exciting dining experience allows the chef to surprise you with their choices made of mouthwatering ingredients that are in season, rather than you selecting items from a menu. They also feature an Omakase counter, where you can get a meal consisting of four – six small dishes, seasonal sashimi, and sushi. Additionally, you can find kitchen food, sushi a la carte, sweets, daily specials, and more.
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Sushi Capitol
Address: 325 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC, 20003
Phone: (202) 544-9888
Website: http://www.sushicapitol.com/
The Capitol Hill restaurant is a top-rated sushi house in Washington, DC. The traditional sushi place offers fresh Nigiri sushi and sashimi, Maki sushi (seaweed outside) and rolls with rice outside. It has two other locations in Chinatown and the Convention Center. You can make a reservation ahead of your visit.
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