Always love coming here! Jenna was our waitress and was amazing. Super quick, attentive service with great vibes at Genki as usual! :)

The server, Sabrina, was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent recommendations. From the shrimp and pork belly skewers and torched Sea Fatty Salmon to the Super Foi Gras and the Suoer Waygu specialty rolls everything was delicious. We will be back for sure and will hopefully have Sabrina for our server because she made the experience even better. read more

Reservations are easy to make ahead of time, but parking is a little difficult. That's obviously no fault of the restaurant. Everyone is super friendly. The food came out at a good pace and our waters kept being filled regularly. So, service is too notch. Food is excellent. It's been a while since we've been here and we wanted sushi and this place was so good the first time. I always recommend this spot as well. There are a lot of creative dishes here that are hard to find. read more

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Came to Genki Izakaya in Fairfax for a birthday dinner with a group of 16. We had to split into two tables, which was understandable for a group that size, but all of the servers were very attentive and kept up with us throughout the meal. Most of the food was really good, especially the skewers, sushi, katsu curry rice, squid karaage, clam appetizer, and several other dishes we ordered. The only dish that didn't quite meet expectations was the spicy yaki udon. Maybe we're more accustomed to a soupier udon or a less spicy version of yaki udon, but this one just didn't stand out compared with everything else we tried. The atmosphere was very lively, which we actually loved for a birthday celebration. It felt energetic and fun without taking away from the experience. Parking is available in a nearby garage, with some limited street parking as well. They also gave us a nice birthday dessert: matcha crepe cake and a slice of cheesecake that were both super yummy. Overall a fun place for a group dinner, and we'd definitely come back to try more of the menu! read more

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Everything was perfect! Our server was wonderful and gave us several great recommendations. I definitely recommend making a reservation because they were busy when we went. The atmosphere was great--you could easily have a conversation with the person sitting across from you, which I always appreciate. And the food was amazing! We tried the Katsu Curry Udon, which had a little more spice than I expected, but was still really good. The Karaage was delicious, but the fried squid legs are a MUST! The spicy mayo was absolutely amazing. The 007 is also a must-try! Highly recommend this place--we loved everything! read more

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We had a great time at Genki Izakaya! If you want an elevated date night, this is the place. The drinks are unique and the food is impressive. I loved everything we got. The beef and pork belly skewers were delicious. The beef especially is a must try! We tried the ichigo cloud and omote district cocktails. For food, we had: mango tango sushi roll, bluefin tuna hand roll, sky and crumble 007, Japanese red snapper, tuna belly, and unagi nigiri, and the tornado omelet fried rice. I really liked the tornado omelet fried rice, the curry was amazing. It was very busy, I would recommend a reservation. The atmosphere is fun and lively - we'll definitely return! read more

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Tried a lot of different things on their menu and most of it was good, but nothing really blew me away. I started with various skewers, Tuna Tataki, Monkfish Liver, Karaage, and Cream Croquette. For entrees we got the Tonkotsu and Spicy Miso Ramen, Mentaiko Udon, Katsu Curry Udon, Tornado Omelet Rice, and various sushi rolls. Overall it was good food, but a bit overhyped in my opinion. I would come back mainly for the skewers and sushi. read more

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This place gives Fairfax, iykyk. The vibes were great and the food was even better! I liked the elegance of this place where you can have a really nice time and meal without feeling like you have to destroy your bank account. Though it is still pricey, not as much as it may be with like Fairfax standards. Definitely a good place to come with a small group or on a date! read more

When this place first opened, the food was 10/10 and so was the service... Today, it seems to have gone downhill. The quality, presentation and service is NOT what I remember. I have included today and last year pics for comparison. We thought about ordering more but our waitress, Sabrina got our drink and apps and then ghosted us for 40mins. read more

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I first dined at GI for a Yelp event and couldn't wait to visit again because the dishes were amazing. I took advantage of UE my second time and fell in love with the Lava roll: shrimp tempura, eel, avocado, cream cheese, lightly fried and topped with spicy jumbo crab meat (not really spicy IMO), scallions, eel sauce and red tobiko. Soo fresh and amazing. Also in my UE delivery order I purchased the Wagyu fried rice (loved the rice texture, but not worth the $$, Wagyu was too chewy) and the Gyu-Harami, not as tender or flavorful as I was expecting. Enter today, I had a hair appointment and decided to order via UE again but for a take-away. I ordered another Lava, boarder line obsession, Mango Tango and Oyster fry. I was immediately greeted upon entrance and made my way to the bar to wait for my goodies. The restaurant is aesthetically nice, with big windows which let in a lot of natural light. I like the "cubby" seats which offer a private dining experience. While waiting a staff member advised me they were still working in my order, which was appreciated. The Mango Tango was good but the Lava is too good to cheat on, lol. The Oyster fry was juicy and cooked to perfection. read more

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Tried this place for my moms birthday. There are not many wine options but offer cocktails, beers, and sake. Ambiance is really cute but gets loud and busy quickly. Definitely a more modern restaurant which creative garnishes and pricey food options. All the food and service we received were great! read more

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After completing some business nearby, we were drawn to Genki Izakaya's high Yelp rating. We were not disappointed. On a weekday evening, Genki was bustling with nearly all the tables taken. Still, we were seated promptly. Noticeable, but not too loud of music was playing. We love Genki's broad menu, replete with both cold and hot appetizers, ramen, skewers, udon, fried rice, fish appertizers, nigiri, hand rolls, sashimi, special rolls, and dessert. Of course, there is a bar with liquor, sake and other drinkables. JP started out with the grilled saba (mackerel) and declared it the best saba ever. Indeed, the dipping sauce paired with the saba was also especially good. I started out with a pork bun. It was delicious with a big slab of pork, a leaf of good lettuce and a tasty dressing. We also had the miso soup. It comes in a regular and spicy version. Both were decent. I went with the regular miso and livened it up with a spoonful of the chili spice powder mix that was on the table. Note: this chili spice is potent, so use sparingly. I also went with the Wagyu beef fried rice, because I've seen Wagyu on menus for years, and finally now wanted to try it. Though perhaps a tad oily, the Wagyu fried rice was delicious. It came packed with Wagyu beef that was tender and scrumptious. Even after the saba and a plate of avocado/eel rolls, JP was still hungry, so he also ordered the butabara (pork belly), Eringi (mushroom) and zucchini skewers. These were well-prepared and tasty. Service was fine. There's a few parking spots available along the service road next to Genki Izakaya, but if there is not parking there, you'll find parking in the garage next to Giant. read more

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Located along Rte. 50 at the edge of the CIty of Fairfax in a mall with several other excellent restaurants, Genki Izakaya holds its own for excellence. Walking in, the energy is really upbeat with both tables and booth to enjoy your meal. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We made a reservation and so we were able to promptly when we arrived. We sat at a booth along the window and so I was able to watch as the place filled with customers. It's hipster place, mainly young professionals. The restaurant feels very clean. Most places are clean, but this place felt extra clean to me. The menu includes a variety appetizers, meat and fish entrees, along with sushi and sashimi and many different rolls. Everything we selected was presented artfully and was absolutely delicious. "What a Tuna" was my favorite roll. The House salad is a stand out-great veges topped with delicious raw salmon and tuna. read more

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This fun izakaya spot is located on the corner of a very busy Fairfax shopping area. Very limited parking (most of the spots are 30 mins) so we ended up parking in the Giant lot. The decor is great -- we were seated in a booth across from the very impressive bar. The menu had so many enticing items -- it made it so hard to choose. We split a grilled saba, Brussel sprouts and ube fries. The food came out right away, was hot and delicious. My ube colada was just ok (very strong but not very colada-y). My katsu curry rice was generous with the fried pork cutlet and curry sauce. There was so much I shared with the table. My companion enjoyed the pork belly. We actually were very happy with our food -- it tasted great -- but then.... It seemed to take so long for them to bring out my friend's A5 Miyazaki Wagyu on hot stone. We asked a few times and the rest of us had finished our food. (My friend said they could actually see in my mind that I was subtracting one or two stars). But then...they brought out the Wagyu on a stone and lit it on fire. They cooked the Wagyu and sliced it and it was incredible! So tender, so flavorful, I immediately added those one or two stars back. This was the best part of the meal, and it wasn't even my meal! They sent out a complimentary tiramisu (with Hello Kitty face) and it was delicious. read more

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Huge fan of the ambience and decor here. Stopped by on a busy Saturday for lunch. My friends and I shared everything from the mentaiko fries, katsu curry rice, yakitori platter, Japanese grilled squid, spicy scallion hand roll, Japanese chicken wings, tonkotsu ramen and the tornado omelet fried rice. I'd highly recommend the curry rice, ramen and tornado fried rice. The curry and ramen broth were rich. The tornado rice was beautifully plated and loved the tomato rice. I'd pass on the wings because they were very small. Same with the fries as they are really thin. They have an extensive cocktail menu. We enjoyed the Yuzu maze, koro oolong, Yuzu highball, and the Ube colada. This is a great place to enjoy some quality Japanese and Asian fusion cuisine. I'll definitely be back to sample some of their other sushi rolls and desserts. read more

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So yummy. Everything is always sooo good. I got the katsu curry. Huge portion and very tasty. The drink was really good just pretty small for ~16. We also got the skewers platter which was great to get a taste of different meats. Gyoza was okay prolly wont order again. The waiter was attentive and got us our food pretty quickly. We didnt need to wait too long for a table on a weekend night! Go try read more

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Genki is a great Japanese restaurant that offers more than just your typical sushi. They offer a variety of Japanese cuisine including sushi, ramen, and even Waygu beef so there's something for everybody. They offer great cocktails which were presented very nicely. We started with pepper and beef skewers and ube fries. Beef was more tender than I expected. The ramen was tasty and spicy. Waygu fried rice was great and the Waygu stone entree was bigger than I expected. They offer a good selection of sushi but we only tried one special roll. Was too full to order dessert but we will definitely be coming back to try other dishes. read more

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Genki is a hot spot and you cannot get reservations the day of...at least that's been my experience as I've tried numerous times and the only slots available are after 830pm. Planned ahead this time and got a resy for 6:15pm on a Sunday. Place is pretty much full and its a nice Izakaya vibe. Love the design... Taking a look at the menu and there are so many options to try - yakitori, sushi, rolls, katsu, fried rice, ramen, curry...what to get?? Yellowtail/Hamachi is my fave so we go with the Hamachi Carpaccio, Tornado Omelette Fried Rice, Chirashi Don, crabmeat cucumber roll, Sky & Crumble Roll, & Chicken thighs and Beef yakitori. Probably overordered as the portions aren't gigantic but this was a bit much for the wife and I. The food is spot on. Tasty stuff. The sushi, rolls and apps are probably the best of the bunch. Yakitori is super tender but could probably be charred a bit more. The Tornado rice is good but not the best I've had. Overall we are both extremely pleased amd enjoy the visit. Great environment to get a few drinks and try different Japanese dishes. We comment that we must come back as there are so many additional items that are worth trying. read more

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4.5 stars Solid experience at Genki Izakaya. Everything we tried was delicious. It's certainly not your traditional izakaya, but it blends elements from other cuisines really well. Service was quick and we received our dishes promptly. Overall, service was standard. The ambiance is nice. We sat at the central counter and had a great view of the entire restaurant, but I'd love to try a booth next time. read more

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Bee made our anniversary amazing! She was attentive and our food was perfectly on time & delicious! Our second time here, will be sure to be back! read more

Delicious all the way around! We had a little bit of everything with our drinks.. see the pics! And the yakitori platter plus agasashi tofu, uni sashimi, tonkatsu ramen, tornado omelette and the ube fries. Sabrina was fantastic with helping us out with the menu. Thank you and definitely coming back! read more

SO good! A staple for sure. The service was great and the cocktails are so unique. I love their sushi as well, definitely a must try! read more

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The food was super delicious--I crave the sushi every single day. The service was great too. I wish I remembered our server's name so I could give him a shoutout, but he was really friendly and gave us great recommendations on what to order. Food Review: Cream Croquette: 4/5 - Very cheesy and tasty, but nothing particularly special. If you like corn cheese, you would probably love this. Personally, I wouldn't order it again though :/ Gyoza: 3/5 - It was good, but nothing that really wowed me. Sky & Crumble: 4/5 - Good overall, but not my favorite roll. Lava: 5/5 - I would order this every single time. I love a good sushi roll with cream cheese, especially when it's fried. Looking forward to my next Genki meal! read more

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New and exciting place I love. Great meal and awesome vibes. Great place to hang out and let your hair down. We had awesome server names Sabrina, and she worked her magic. Everything was extremely good. From appetizer to dessert. I even love the music selection. I will be returning. read more

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What is there not to like?! Great energy, stellar service, delicious sushi and creative cocktail menu made for a dining experience that was perfect from start to finish. First off, our server was amazing! From the moment we sat down, she was warm, engaging and she knew how to walk us through the menu highlights like a total pro. Every dish we ordered was fantastic - from the appetizers to specialty rolls. I don't think it's possible to wrong here, so just order whatever it is that sounds the most appealing to you! read more

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I came to Genki Izakaya to celebrate my sister's birthday. The space was fun and bright, well decorated. They both a large menu featuring a variety of items from yakitori to sushi to udon the drinks also looked very cool but we just stuck to sake. Food wise, we started off with the softshell crab. This was personally one of my favorites. It was crispy and the crab meat was meaty. Then we got the chicken karaage and the yakitori. Of the yakitori I liked the oyster mushroom the most - a dark horse if you will - it almost tasted like scallop lolll. Was excited for the eel but it tasted a tad overcooked for my liking. Next, we ordered the cod udon and ooh this was CREAMY I didn't eat too much of it to be honest because I wanted to save room for everything else haha. We also got the toro bowl which came with a generous serving of toro, along with roe, uni, and seaweed to make hand rolls with. As for sushi rolls, we ordered the salmon twist, volcano roll, battle star, and wagyu special rolls, and the Alaska and shrimp avocado rolls. My favorites here were the battle star and volcano roll. I will note the battle star says it comes with jumbo crab but it's a mix of imitation crab as well. Overall, we really enjoyed our food! Service was great too. We would definitely come again. read more

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My husband and I came here for a great time, and overall enjoyed our time here. The location is easily accessible, and there is a parking garage nearby, with ample spots. Service is great, and our server was exceptional. We made a reservation for 5:15 PM (as all the other slots were taken), and were seated right away. It got busy very quickly! We went on a Friday night, during a holiday weekend, which also may have attributed to the business. For a drink, we shared a genki old fashioned, which was pretty good. As appetizers, we shared the yuzu cloud uni scallop and the takoyaki, which were both very good. My favorite was the uni scallop. We also shared a sushi boat. I wasn't overly impressed with the sushi and in my opinion, put way too much rice in with the sushi. Overall, we enjoyed our time here, but wouldn't be the top sushi place I would go to. read more

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Always get their seared torch salmon belly and it hits the spot every time. Their rolls and sashimi are great too! Love the ambiance and our server Sabrina was amazing, thank you! read more

I recently visited Genki Izakaya in Fairfax, VA for a date night, and it was such a cozy, memorable experience. The atmosphere feels intimate -- dim lighting, relaxed energy, and the kind of space where conversation just flows without feeling rushed. We ordered several dishes to share, and everything came out beautifully presented and full of flavor. Some standouts for us were the Hamachi Carpaccio, the Battlestar Roll and Mango Tango Roll, Katsu Curry Rice, Wagyu Fried Rice, Gyoza, Crispy Toro Pavé, Yakitori Platter, and Ebi. The rolls were fresh and balanced, and the fried rice dishes were incredibly comforting. The cocktails were also a highlight -- we tried the Ichigo Cloud, White Blossom, Emerald Breeze, and Koro Oolong, and each one felt thoughtfully made rather than overly sweet. We finished the night with the tiramisu cupcake, which was the perfect, light dessert to end the meal. Overall, Genki Izakaya feels like the kind of place you want to add to your regular date-night rotation -- cozy, great service, and really solid food and drinks. I'd definitely come back and would recommend it if you're looking for a relaxed, intimate dinner in Fairfax. read more

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Our new favorite Japanese place in the DC area! The decor is a wonderful blend of traditional and modern with a really fun vibe. We ordered several appetizers that all came quickly -- the yakitori, anago, Brussels sprouts, and fried shishito -- and all were amazing! Our sushi rolls were even better. The staff were friendly and efficient. We will definitely make this a part of our regular rotation! read more

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Very solid spot for Japanese food. A little bit on the pricier side, but really enjoyed the yakitori, the mentaiko udon, and the tornado omelette fried rice. Some of the more "splurge" items didn't seem as worth it to me, like the bluefin tuna foie gras with uni. The sky and crumble roll was also okay, I would come back here for the cooked foods and not the sushi. Mentaiko udon was especially amazing, the creaminess really complemented the cod roe. The indoor atmosphere is very nice, good for a date night. Our server was also very nice, although it was a busy night. read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my sushi experience at genki izakaya. We walked in on a Monday around 1:30 and had absolutely no problem getting a table for two. The atmosphere is cute, and aesthetic. Our service was great. They explained the menu and gave us their recommendations. I went with their lunch special #2 with yellowtail maki. 6 pieces of nigiri, miso soup, and a maki roll all for $21 is a great deal!! The sushi was all great and fresh tasting. I wish the nigiri pieces were all fish and not the shrimp or octopus but that's what you get when it's randomized. This was a great spot to come in for a lunch. read more

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I came here for dinner as a double date party and I had pretty high expectations but tbh the food fell much short of my expectations. Makes sense because they have a gigantic menu and with so many items nothing can be very good. We got: - ube fries: 7/10 - was tasty but the honey mustard type of aioli didn't fit it too well in my opinion. - ikageso karaage: 5/10 - pretty oily and heavy. It would have been better if it was just the textured squid legs, made super crispy and light. I don't know why "izakayas" in America can't get this right :( - yakitori (chicken thigh, pork belly, gizzard): 8/10. These were probably my favorite thing from the entire meal. Pretty good flavor and texture, most authentic I've had outside of Japan. - bluefin tuna with foie gras and uni: 3/10. I had much higher expectations for this considering it's hefty price tag. The fish was very mid, couldn't tell it's quality. The uni and foie gras completely melded into one flavor and was overpowered by the tuna and truffle oil. The uni wasn't fresh either, my boyfriend is Japanese and he knows what old uni tastes like (has a sort of poopy taste). This was reallyyyy disappointing. - mentaiko udon: 6/10. This was relying heaaavily on the cream and not enough flavor from the mentaiko. The udon was slightly overcooked too. Still, edible. - tornado omelet: 4/10. The omelet part was good, the curry sauce was tasty but there wasn't enough of it. The "fried rice" that came underneath it all was SUCH a travesty. Such weird mushy rice! What is that!? Why do people like this? - sky & crumble 007: 5/10. Not enough fish. Very cucumber heavy. For a special roll, this was disappointing. We are ariake fans :( - yakisoba: 7/10. This was okay - a little salty but still better than our other dishes tbh. Still not very authentic though. - matcha crepe cake: 8/10. This was yummy, relies heavily on the cream but still tasty. - tiramisu: 9/10: this was great. Comes in a layered cup and was very flavorful. - yuzu cheesecake: 9/10: we got this for free on the house because of my friends boyfriends birthday. Which was very nice of them. The flavor was great, we loved the yuzu zest worked into the cheesecake. - Ichigo cloud cocktail: 9/10. This was yummy and not too sweet. I got it for the pretty picture but the taste was better than I expected. Service was pretty spotty as well and ambiance was like insane bar setting. Felt like we had to yell to hear each other because the music was insanely loud. This place has much to improve on in my opinion. Id only be back for the drinks, yakitori, and desserts. But that's probably not enough for me to want to come back. For tasty food id rather go to southeast impression down the block if I'm gonna be driving out to Fairfax anyway. read more

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Saw they have 999 reviews and couldn't resist to be the 1000th. I LOVE this place, it has been my go to restaurant for quick and consistently good sushi and Japanese for last 4 years. Among my favs are mentaiko udon, matcha latte, and literally any sushi roll! read more

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The food and the service and ambience was to the T . We went there early Friday afternoon and had the place almost for ourselves. read more

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This place's decor will make you feel like you're in Japan. They went all in on the decor for sure. I had the opportunity to interact with more than one staff member. They were amazingly friendly and helpful in deciding what to order. As the name, Izakaya, suggests, the yakitori or skewers are the stars here. It didn't matter if it was chicken, beef, or lamb. They all tasted great and went well with some beer and drinks. The ube fries were uniquely good. The sushi is average, though. My friends do not recommend the omelette rice or the ramen, so I didn't order them. I cannot comment on those. The matcha ice cream finished off nicely. What I'm coming back here for - the yakitori and the ube fries. Absolutely! read more

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Food is amazing, and the atmosphere is also super cute. My server was Sabrina and she was great ! Definitely recommend coming here !!

I have visited Genki Izakaya probably 3 times now and every time does not disappoint! When visiting, it is better to have a reservation even on a weekday night because they seem to always have a good crowd of diners. I love taking friends to this restaurant because we all usually share all the dishes and it comes out quite affordable and our bellies are happy. For appetizer we went with the Ikageso Karaage (squid) which was one of the recommendations by our server and it was a great suggestion! Decent portion for two people and a great combination of fried and chewy. I do wish the sauce was in a separate dish rather than the same dish as the squid because it was a little messy and hard to eat. My favorite entree to order is always the katsu curry with rice. The katsu curry with rice always hits harder than the udon for some reason but they are pretty much the same thing if you are debating between the two. Their entrees are a huge portion. The mentaiko udon is interesting as it is very creamy and flavorful. It is not my favorite as I would probably get tired of eating it from the creaminess if I didn't share it but it seems to be one of the popular choices here. We also shared the Sky & Crumble 007 roll which is a delicious sushi roll but we love the entrees so much that we felt the sushi didn't stand out. read more

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Finally got to dine in with the family. The atmosphere was lively even for Wednesday night. We were pleasantly surprised by the service! Top notch service by our amazing waitress Sabrina! Food was delicious. We started off with a few skewers( shrimp, chicken, and quail egg wrapped in bacon), miso soup (spicy and regular), cream croquette, and pork bun. Everything was delicious! Only the chicken skewers was a bit flavorless, but well cooked! For mains we got the fatty salmon, the lava roll, mango tango roll, and volcano roll. The lava roll was definitely my favorite, but all three were delicious! The rolls were huge, and honestly we had a hard time finishing it all. For drinks we tried the white blossom, green tea, and the lychee lemonade. All super fresh bright and yummy. We will definitely be back when when we are feeling like spending some $$$$!! read more

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Genki is consistently one of the best restaurants in Northern Virginia. From service, to food, to ambiance everything is absolutely top tier. I am someone who does not like to go to the same restaurant over and over again because I get bored but that is not the case with Genki. The menu is always ever-evolving, and so varied that it is hard to order the same thing twice. What I am saying is, if you want to impress me ... take me to Genki! read more

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