honestly don't even know what to say. My favorite sushi place is closing this month, and it feels…read morelike the end of an era. This wasn't just a place to get sushi -- it was one of those special places that became part of my life. The food was always amazing, the atmosphere was warm and familiar, and every visit felt like coming back to somewhere I loved. I'm so grateful for all the wonderful meals, memories, and little moments created here over the years. It's rare to find a place that becomes your place, and this was definitely mine. Thank you to everyone who put so much heart and work into making this restaurant what it was. You will be missed more than you know. Thank you for the memories.

Was there again today.. We go here often. My favorite sushi in DC. Consistently delicious. Still…read morelove the Beatles sound track.

Review for Hiya Izakaya--the cocktail bar option in this "Food Hall" style restaurant…read more Visited for our one year engagement anniversary and it was the Perfect vibe. Loved the creative cocktails and every appetizer we tried was insanely unique and delicious. I am still salivating over their edamame 4 months later! We also took the plunge and ordered the biggest sushi assortment, unknowingly ordering a boat to our table. They were awesome, fresh, and flavorful. Too much for us to finish at dinner so we also had leftovers. Servers were very attentive. Since visiting, we have ordered takeout from Love On The Run and it was VERY good.

Love Makoto is a cool food hall with different restaurants inside. We tried Dear sushi for a…read morebirthday and the staff was so polite and professional after the group got rambunctious after a few bottles of sake. God bless them. The table got à la cart nigiri and they received large portions of fresh fish. The toro is great here. I ordered the omakase. While it had a cool concept of "old vs new school" methods of preparing the sushi. I ended up liking the simple flavors so next time I'll just go with the à la cart menu. The non sushi dishes were unremarkable. I found the omakase to be of poor value because the non sushi dishes were bland and uninteresting, and I was so hungry after. The thing that I couldn't get over was the rice. The rice was large kernels that tasted kind of like brown rice and had an odd texture. It did not stick together well and was falling apart when you picked it up. It was so distracting. Next time I will only order sashimi.

A wonderful experience. Definitely worth a try and a perfect place to have a celebration -…read morebirthday, anniversary, etc. The service was impeccable and down to every detail, they were attentive. Since it's a smaller establishment, the focus really is on each and every table or group. You will never feel like you are forgotten. They present each course with an explanation on each item and ingredient and most of it is imported from Japan. The menu is seasonal and they change it ever so often. You may think it's not a lot of food, but the fattiness of the wagyu will fill you up. I was surprised how full I felt after the meal - and I am the type to eat 60-70 pieces of sushi at a sushi buffet. The meal was definitely worth it. As for parking, there is paid parking across the street. It's about 6.99 for 2 hours. I would come back again. This time bring my camera because the dishes are all so beautiful.

Big shoutout to the management team and Ari for turning around my first experience at Kappo. I came…read moreback to celebrate my 40th and admittedly I was a bit nervous. I wanted this meal to be amazing since we were celebrating a big birthday. It felt good coming back since the space was something I really enjoyed and thought was unique. We were greeted right away by the host and the staff took great care of us that night. My wife and I both opted in for the caviar and uni supplement. I love caviar, but we were both on the fence about uni. This experience made us both uni fans. This meal was superb. One of the gripes I had about my first experience was how hard it was to eat the steak course since the pieces were cut into huge chunks. Plus they don't really give you knife's and I remember it being very undercooked. This chef got it right, and he was super young only 24yo. The steak course this time was probably my favorite. We got to try the filet, ribeye and cap. The chef also created a beef tar tar for my wife since she's gluten sensitive and couldn't have the wagyu norimaki arare. The citrus hints and the flavors were just something my taste buds loved. The Tamago tofu was also a hit. Honestly, there wasn't any course that disappointed. We also got extras. My wife couldn't even finish her portion because they fed us so well. Loved the hospitality and the epic meal we got to experience for me to bring in the new decade. Thank you Ari and Kappo for the unforgettable experience!

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!

Shinwa Izakaya is on my "neighborhood favorite" list. Whether I go here for lunch, dinner or take…read moreout, the food is consistently delicious and fresh. Service: I've always had a positive experience even on busy nights. I've never had to wait more than 15 minutes for a table or bar seat. It's not a big place inside but as the weather gets warmer, there will be outside seating available. Menu: I'll be honest, I mostly choose the sushi dishes but my dining partners have shared that the noodle and grilled items are tasty. Ambiance: modern decor with an upscale casual twist. I love the lucky cats on the lanterns which give it a happy vibe. The place is multi-generational friendly and has a mix of 2 tops as well as large tables. My favorites: crispy cauliflower appetizer and the ocean cove roll. I definitely recommend Shinwa Izakaya and hope others enjoy it too!

Ordered fried tofu and tonkatsu ramen. Broth was flavorful. Good serving size and service was good.read more

Still one of my favorite japanese restaurants in the area. I always order the sukiyaki., several…read moredifferent Nigiri Sushi and they're seaweed salads and then anybody else I will order more things that I like so I can share, cause I could never get enough of their food. The atmosphere is that of a typical Izakaya. The staff greets each person who enters the restaurant so you instantly feel welcome. I only wish that they didn't have limited hours, because I want to eat there all the time and there's nothing more frustrating than going to order one of your favorite foods. Discovering their restaurant is closed for Siesta time. Besides that I love this place my whole family loves this place. Heck we're going there for dinner tonight. I can't wait!

Tried the sushi platter, sashimi platter, soba noodles. Service was so exceptional. Good AC in the…read morerestaurant too. The soba noodles didn't come with a radish in the soup, which was a bit disappointing. The sashimi platter was very filling. The quality of the fish didn't blow us away. While it was fresh, it didn't have the same chew. The sushi platter had a nice variety and good price. Parking lot is shared with another restaurant but it is a free lot!

Lunch review: Spicy ramen and sushi lunch special were…read morefresh and full of flavor. You get two rolls for $14 which is a steal in that area. My ramen bowl was full to the brim! I felt that this was one of the best values in the area for what you get. Wings & spicy shrimp were also a highlight. The service was quick and friendly. Very accommodating. Learned they will have an upstairs soon so looking forward to that expansion! Not great for big parties as it is a small space. But perfect for couples, smaller groups and solo dining.

If you are in the D.C area either visiting or if you live there this is your sushi spot that you…read moremust try. Everything we had was so fresh full of flavor and delicious. The customer service was great also. The decoration in the restaurant made you feel as if you were at a restaurant in Japan. We had the steamed pork dumplings, hamachi crudo, spicy mango roll, pink & rose roll, and Chesapeake roll. And everything was so good and did not disappoint. This restaurant also offers reservations and to go orders. I can't wait to go back and try something else. Kusshi PLEASE OPEN A LOCATION IN FL.

This place is great. We keep coming back every time we visit from VA. Beach. Yung is very attentive…read moreand customer service is great.

Almost everything on their food menu is excellent. Will go back for sure. Just did not try any…read moredesserts.

I had a solid dinner at Ko and ordered the Katsudon Set. I had the pork cutlet which was…read more simmered in a sweet broth and topped with fluffy egg over steamed rice. It came with miso soup. Service was great and the restaurant itself was very lovely. The portion was huge and I was stuffed when I left. I really appreciated the presentation of the meal. I ended up repeating the order for takeout a few weeks later. I would definitely return in the cooler months and reorder the Katsudon Set as it seems like it would be a comforting meal in colder weather.

It was sufficient…read more Ko is centrally located by Dupont Circle as a second floor restaurant (next to Zorba's). Interior is simple and open. A/C was nice and cool which I appreciated but found the place to be too loud for me once it filled out with more people. Service is courteous. I ordered the tomato salad and two sushi rolls. Yes I committed the sin of ordering just sushi at a kaiseki restaurant, gasp! So I guess I did this to myself since I found the food to be just ok. The spicy tuna roll was just not happening since all they did was drizzle hot sauce over the roll. I've been noticing this more at places, can we just say tuna roll with spicy dipping sauce instead? It's a bit misleading... but I guess I'll have to make sure to ask everywhere whenever I order spicy tuna. I am a believer in that if you're eating at a good restaurant and you ordered their less popular menu item that it should still be good but in this case, Ko didn't deliver. Anyways, I didn't have much of an appetite because of the hot weather so take this review with a grain of salt but I don't plan on returning unless someone can convince me otherwise and if I do, I'm not ordering sushi here.

Koryouri Urara has been on my list ever since it first opened last year, and I finally experienced…read moretheir 10-course tasting menu (which features a variety of Japanese comfort food) this past Friday. Even though I arrived 20 minutes late for my reservation, the staff was incredibly accommodating. I was seated and fortunately arrived before the first course. The interior is simple and without frills, almost cafe-like in its casualness. However, the staff was very hospitable and attentive, and the experience was engaging (with Chef Urara) and intimate. CHAWANMUSHI This was incredibly seaweed rich, which added strong "sea sweet" and umami. The egg was silky and soft underneath an abundant of warm and flavorful broth. Incredibly flavorful, but a bit too salty. Great course to begin with. SEA TROUT SALAD The salad was cool and refreshing, composing of a couple pieces of sea trout sashimi, sea jelly dressing, and cucumber. Flavors were bright and citrusy, also pretty herb-forward from the shiso mint. Very playful salad. SABLEFISH TEMPURA The sablefish tempura was light and perfectly crispy with buttery fish underneath. It was prepared with bits of seaweed for a subtle brininess, served alongside a creamy yuzu kosho sauce. The sauce was bright and lightly sweet with lingering yuzu notes. The flavors of fish and sauce worked harmoniously without being overpowering. This was definitely one of my favorite courses of the night. BLACK SNAPPER FISH The black snapper was clean and delicate, accompanied by blanched crown daisy on the side, which added a lovely earthiness and crunch. Both were topped with a nutty sesame dressing that enhanced the flavors of the fish and the slight bitterness of the greens. HARUMAKI The harumaki featured tender pork belly and crunchy lotus root wrapped with cheese and Tokyo leeks. Served with a side of rice vinegar and karashi (spicy Japanese mustard), it was the richest course thus far -- decadently fried but perfectly balanced by the sauce's slightly acidic tang. The contrast between the tender pork and the snap of the lotus root made every bite delicious and addictive. SASHIMI This course featured pieces of lean tuna (akami), fatty tuna (otoro), topped with uni from Hokkaido. The uni was incredibly creamy and on the sweeter side. While the akami was smooth, the standout was the otoro, which melted instantly in my mouth and was incredibly satisfying. On the side, the dashi-forward greens was refreshing and complemented the umami-rich uni perfectly. WAGYU The A5 wagyu was marinated in a savory red miso sauce and grilled right before our eyes. It was served with a vibrant side of celery and watermelon radish, which provided a nice crunch and a hint of spice. The beef was grilled to perfection -- tender, with a delicate char, it melted in my mouth instantly. The salad's bright, soy-based dressing paired well with the fatty marbling of the beef. MISO SOUP Unlike most restaurant-served miso soups, this version was incredibly hearty, packed with carrots, homemade meatballs, and lots of onions. It was sweet and flavorful, with a subtle acidity from the onions. Much more robust than your typical miso soup, it felt warm and homey. TAKANA MESHI This course was just as homey and unpretentious as the miso soup. The flavors were beautifully mild, highlighting light dashi flavors and subtle umami. Rather than being fried, the rice felt steamed, similar to a claypot preparation. This was a light, delicious conclusion to the savory portion of the tasting menu. The simplicity and homey flavors was so comforting it left me wanting more. Fortunately, there was still some left in the pot, and Chef Urara offered me a second serving -- say less. DESSERT To end the night, we were served green tea ice cream over a red bean base, topped with mochi and a drizzle of brown sugar syrup. It wasn't too sweet, and the green tea ice cream was very smooth and pleasantly tea-forward. The mochi was chewy without the excessive stretchy stickiness I don't enjoy. Very good. As we wrapped up the meal, we were served a warm hojicha, which was the perfect roasty-ness and strength. The courses were delicious and playful, often with heavier bases paired with something bright and refreshing to balance out the rich flavors. Overall, this was a phenomenal experience that I enjoyed on my own, and I would love to come back for a different tasting menu or for their sushi omakase.

This is a review for the Sushi Omakase menu. The sushi was good, but the barebones decor and…read moreservice and ridiculous alcohol prices mean I can't recommend it over other omakase restaurants (and its location in Georgetown is not as easy to get to). The omakase menu costs $120 per person (+22% tip and 10% tax) and requires an advance reservation with a $50/person non-refundable deposit later applied to the check. We visited on a Tuesday for the 5:30 PM seating with an advance reservation. The ambiance was disappointing. The decor is very sparse and does not feel like a fancy restaurant; it feels more like someone's kitchen. The vibe was very subdued because there were only four guests in the entire restaurant. Service was also a let down. The sushi chef had very little showmanship. He quietly told us the name of the fish he was serving, and that was it. The other server only refilled water and brought one round of drinks. They did not give us a printed menu at the end. The lackluster service was unacceptable for 22% auto-grat. If the decor and service were better, this could have felt like an exciting, intimate experience. Instead, it just felt a bit sad. The alcohol prices are completely out of touch with the restaurant atmosphere and the omakase pricing. No sake bottle was under $100, no glass of wine was under $20, and it was $14 for a basic Orion beer. I normally order at least two drinks at dinner, and we only ordered one per person. It seemed the other couple was similarly holding back. I was shocked at the pricing. The sushi itself was good. There were about 18 courses, including one dessert course that came with some tea. I took photos of many, but not all, courses. They were mostly nigiri and also one soup; one small bowl of fish, roe, and egg; one oyster; and one handroll. The sushi quality might be on par with other omakase counters, but the decor and service is not. Cannot recommend.