Thanks to IG for the recommendation of trying out this spot. This spot is like a Viet Chipotle. You…read morecan choose a bowl they have set or your can make your own. The service was really great! They were patient and answered all of our questions. The vibe is very modern and cozy. It may look small, but there is a lot of seating upstairs. I made my own bowl with a side of the chicken broth. Bowl was good but what really caught my attention is the BROTH! I would come here just for the broth! lol. That's what really gives my review 5 stars. I highly recommend this spot!

I got the focus bowl for the protein. Got pork belly and chicken teriyaki. The pork was delicious -…read morecrunchy on the outside and moist on the inside. Didn't care much for the teriyaki chicken. Veggies were fine and it was filling. Would return to try other mixes. The packaging is pretty nice!

The appetizer calamari is a must try. Tender, crispy, delicious (a bit numbing spicy flavor; mala)…read more Authentic peppercorn. Real squids. Wow huge improvement from the rubbery calamari they offered before. That's truly a pleasant surprise when we placed our order this time. Underneath the calamari is a bed of crispy chow mein noodles. Yum!

Always a solid spot for a meal. The restaurant is always clean and I always have good service. One…read morething to note is that not all of the seating is comfortable. I would ask for a booth/regular seating if you don't want to sit on the high top stools. I tried the mushroom and eggplant bao for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. I could definitely eat more than two of these. The chicken katsu curry is a generous portion size and I took some home. My only note is that I would prefer more curry sauce for a more even sauce to rice ratio.

Stopped in after attending another dc event and loved Raku so much! Even at about 8pm on a weekday…read morethe place is packed and glad I had a reservation before hand. I had the harasu and red dragon roll and first I want to say that another yelper ordered the same thing and it came out looking the same way. It's those details and consistency that show they pay attention. Our server was great and kept the water coming. Sushi restaraunts can always be a hit or miss too for vegetarians but I can say my wife and daughter was pleased with the selection here. I look forward to coming back and visiting when im in this part of town.

What a delicious makunouchi bento and shrimp dumplings I had! I met up with a friend for lunch and…read moreit wasn't too crowded there. Free validated parking also available if parked in the garage. The service was quick and fuss-free. Every items I got to taste was absolutely delicious. I just wish the rice portion wasn't so huge or had an option for me to swap it with salad. Wouldn't mind revisiting again in the future.

It was a weekday afternoon and the weather was nice. This place had a clean and welcoming…read moreinteresting decor which was nice. We liked that it was a quiet place, but it soon became as pack as can be as it was early lunch time. The wait staff seated us right away and took our orders after a moment. We had the large Dapanchi for the four of us. It was recommended by a friend and it seemed like a great choice and portion for our group. We also had two Mango Lassi drinks which were blended to perfection, not too sweet and it was a consistent mix with no mango chunks. Some Spring Rolls as well, they were fresh and crispy. if you're into the cashless / card-less payment systems, they offer payment by QR code on the receipt.

Very delicious and authentic food and lovely atmosphere. The food took a bit long, considering the…read morerestaurant was practically empty. We got lamb shank kebab, a cucumber salad , and an order of falafel. Everything was fresh and delicious. We asked for the dressing on the side, but the server brought the salad with the dressing on. We sent it back and asked for it on the side, but the second time it came without any dressing. I have many food sensitivities, so I was happy to find something different that had no cheese or fries. Gave it 4 stars for slow service and the mess up with the salad. Though the server did say that it was his first day.

Siam Miyaki is a true hidden gem tucked away in Cherrydale that absolutely deserves a spot on your…read more"must-try" list. Chef JJ is performing culinary magic, serving up some of the freshest sushi and Thai cuisine in the entire area. I visited last night with a large group, and the experience was exceptional. Chef JJ personally ensured we had an incredible meal, featuring some of the best flavors I've encountered in a long time. Menu Highlights Sushi: Truly spectacular. The quality of the fish is evident in every bite--incredibly fresh and expertly prepared. Thai Basil Fried Rice: This is a mandatory order. Unlike many versions, it isn't oily at all. Instead, it's light, super flavorful, and tastes remarkably fresh. Egg Rolls: Perfectly executed. They are light and flaky without a hint of greasiness. The Verdict Whether you are a sushi lover or a Thai food enthusiast, you are in great hands here. Chef JJ is easily one of the most talented chefs in the region. Don't sleep on this spot!

Consistently delicious and well packaged!…read more I have ordered some good Thai food from place since they deliver to my workplace. Four stars only because the flavor in some the items Ive ordered can be lacking at times. But overall, delicious and appreciate consistent service.

I just had the pleasure of visiting Kotobuki for a second time earlier this week during my visit to…read moreWashington, D.C., and it was as fantastic as ever! The photo of the large platter of sushi is what my group and I ordered this past visit, and it was absolutely delicious! As you can tell, we are big salmon fans, and Kotobuki is the perfect place for salmon lovers! It is unbelievably fresh, and I could easily eat a dozen salmon nigiri myself! They have a decently wide variety of rolls and fish on their menu, but a select variety that you know that whatever you order, it will be top-notch. The environment is very calming and quaint in Kotobuki. Be prepared for a fair number of steps to get up to the small restaurant, but it is 110% worth it! The restaurant itself has fewer than 10 tables, plus a small Omakase bar, making it a nice, relaxing experience. The servers and all workers are very kind and easily make genuine relations with the customers, which makes it the perfect neighborhood restaurant to keep coming back to! They are very welcoming and ensure to provide you with excellent service. I will definitely be coming back to Kotobuki the next time I am in Washington, D.C., and I can't wait for another delicious tray of amazing sushi!

Best best best value sushi ever. I think they share the same sushi supplier as makoto downstairs…read morewhich is $$$$. Service is great and the sushi is amazing! Parking can be a pain but well with the effort

After a few days, I was really craving Asian food, and we happened upon this charming spot. The…read morestaff was warm and welcoming, and hearing Mandarin spoken by both the staff and other diners made it feel like we'd found the right place. The food was flavorful, satisfying, and true to what I'm used to. I'd definitely come back--though it is a bit out of the way.

I would give this 3.5 stars if an option*…read more After a late flight the night before, I ordered a massive amount of delivery to fill the void of my refrigerator until I could go grocery shopping after the holiday. I can't comment on the service or ambiance as this food was delivered. The portions were large. I was taken a back since the lo mein and eggplant were lunch portions, and usually you can expect a small serving, but not at this restaurant. Also, the lunch entrees came with a side of soup, which made this an even better deal (both were $13.95). While the food was delivered hot and packaged well, some of the items were great, and some fell flat due to texture issues. I really like the fried crab wontons, lo mein, and hot and sour soup. They hit the spot. I didn't enjoy the Hunan shrimp as the shrimp didn't taste fresh and had an odd texture to it. The eggplant also was overcooked so was somewhat a sloppy, dough like consistency when eating, which was kind of off putting. If returning, I would opt for the lo mein and soup.

If you're looking for a spot that offers more than just ayce sushi, Toryumon is the spot for you!…read more We came at a peak dinner time so it did get a little crowded, luckily they take reservations so highly recommended! While we were there multiple larger parties arrived so it does look like they can handle the larger crowds. We were seated closer to the sushi bar/kitchen area but it appeared that there was a larger dining area on the other end of the restaurant. Food wise, i highly recommend the sweet shrimp and scallop sushi! The pieces melted like butter and tasted so creamy! The rice quantity is on the bigger side as well as the portions so be careful when ordering. The ramen was also a hit along with the aged tofu! Those were my top favorites!! Service was decent! Nothing over the top, our server checked in a few times, and the overall service wasn't too slow given the crowd. There is no dedicated parking lot so street parking is it for this area. However, we parked in a garage and it was about a 5-7 min walk so not bad if that's the route you want to go.

I've gotten take-out from here several times. I've tried several ramen dishes, sushi, and the…read moregrilled mixed veggies. All scrumptious! My husband and I dined in for the first time today, and we were both very impressed with the atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff. Hayden was our server, and he showed exemplary hospitality skills. He made us feel welcome, checked in on us frequently without feeling overbearing, and made sure we knew the AYCE menu is double-sided. Speaking of, the AYCE is such a great deal! I used to live in Vegas, where AYCE sushi is very common. Unfortunately, for most of them, since the focus is on quantity, the quality suffers. This is not the case for Toryumon! Maybe it's because it isn't strictly an AYCE place. You can absolutely order items a-la-carte from their regular menu (as I had done previously for take-out). The items are exactly the same whether you order from the regular menu or the AYCE. Same quality, and, this is important, same size! Yes, you will receive a FULL-SIZED bowl of ramen if you order it from the AYCE menu. Not all of the menu items have descriptions, and I was surprised by some of them (not in a bad way, just wasn't what I was expecting), such as: The avocado salad. I was expecting it to be cubes/chunks of avocado tossed with a dressing. What came out was a lettuce salad with sliced avocado on top. The dressing was good, slightly sweet. It was a good salad, just not at all what I was expecting. The sweet potato sushi roll is served warm, the sweet potato is deep fried, and there is eel sauce on top. The sweet potato rolls I had other places were not fried, and served cold. I really enjoyed this one! Everything seemed very fresh, not a hint of wilting greens or brown avocado to be seen! I am so grateful to live right down the road from this amazing establishment. If you enjoy ramen, sushi, and other Japanese items, def give them a try! There are bathrooms available for guests. What my stars mean: 5 is outstanding, memorable, a place to write home about! A must-experience. Someplace I would love to recommend to tourists, and visit myself again and again. 4 is great, somewhere I'd love to return again and again. Back-up recommendation for tourists. 3 is good. A solid option if I am in the area. I may recommend to locals, but would probably leave it off my list of recommendations for tourists. 2 is ok, but only because it a great value, unique, and/or convenient. 1 means I would not return.

Still a local Favorite after 13 years, surviving the…read morepandemic with Carryout. Their sushi chefs continue to surprise with masterful plates and fancy bowls. Thai and a few Chinese favorites plus hibachi dinners are generally tasty with plenty for lunch the next day. Lunch specials are great deals and we need to do those more often. Nice people know the neighborhood regulars

6 hours after eating there on Sunday I came down with food poisoning. Coincidence? You decide...read more

New neighborhood staple! We've been twice now- once for a happy hour at the bar and a restaurant…read moreweek lunch. Both times were great! The bartender was knowledgeable and helped choose beverages. The happy hour menu is a great deal and we chose essentially every food item. Lunch was great as well! They were slammed and still were efficient with taking our order, service and checking in on us. Overall a great place and I hope to return soon for dinner!

Tried Onggi -- cute, cozy spot with limited seating…read more Food was tasty (galbi & soju flights were highlights), but portions felt small for the price -- especially the $38 galbi and pork belly with banchan. Service was great too -- our waiter was super attentive even though I forgot his name. Good quality overall, just wish there was more food.