Amazing experience! Love their Cherry Blossom Sushi. Super fresh, perfect size , excellent presentation. Rolls were pretty tight, rice didn't fall apart unlike other places. Our server had the best customer service. (And we wish we asked her name). She gave me the allergy list and was very helpful and attentive overall!. She had a great attitude and it showed she takes pride in her work. The hostess last night, though, could use some serious training. She was the exact opposite. Very u friendly, didn't smile and just looked like she was somewhere else. Bookmarked for next time! read more

Kusshi - Cherry Blossom - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Booked a reservation here for a Friday night while working a convention in DC. We have been to several ramen/sushi places in the past, and this was another one we hadn't tried. Upon checking in we were sat at a 4 top and placed drink orders. We ordered sushi to start - I ordered a wagyu type sushi which was good. We also added a couple of rounds of dumplings which came out barely warm. For my entree I ordered a miso ramen- I asked for it without mushrooms. The taste was good. Overall I liked this place - bar area which was crowded and noisy, but the back seating area wasn't as busy and more laid back. read more

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When traveling, you can always find me at a Japanese restaurant. This was a Yelp recommendation and I am happy with the results. The fish was fresh and my orders arrived very promptly. The service was great and it was a busy night with other patrons stopping in with their families for dinner. My favorite was definitely the toro sashimi. It was very fresh and fatty. I recommend it. read more

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Nice selection of food in the menu, attractive feature dishes, unfortunately the oysters I wanted to try was sold out when I visited :( I got the hotate crudos and the scallops were HUGE. they were perfectly lightly seared, and didn't need the orange on top. They tasted super fresh and delicious. Sushi roll was good as well and came in a big portion. read more

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Will always gets a 5/5. But recently went for HH and the food was delicious per usual! Enjoyed the prices too. read more

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The miso soup and the sushi rolls were good. I didn't order anything complicated. The only thing that the restaurant got wrong for my delivery was that I said no green onions in the soup, and yet the soup arrived with onions. Ah, well. Not a big deal. read more

Kusshi - Tuna with avocado and Philadelphia roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Omg. If we don't talk about anything else. Let's just establish - THE FOOD IS AMAZING! Super fresh. Great portion prepared just as it should be. 18 piece sashimi platter amazing. Fatty tuna is from another world. So is everything else. Miso soup so delicious. Yellow tail spicy crab roll mouthwatering. Sake great. Atmosphere relaxed. Service fantastic. And so attentive. Prices reasonable. I am in love and cannot wait to return. read more

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First time diner. We sat at the sushi bar and enjoyed an starter (name i don't recall) that consisted of generous slices of yellow tail with a thinly sliced piece of jalapeno and a dab of crunchy chili. Topped with gluten free soy. It was so good we agreed that we could have eaten a LOT of this. Next we had an oyster special with two flavors of topping. Both were good, but unfortunately I got a bad oyster. This can happen this time of year when it is the "off season" for oysters (no R in the month). But that did not spoil a good starter. Then came a selection of nigiri. All were excellent, although cut slightly small. Overall it was a really good meal and service was excellent. read more

My girl Vivian was super nice and a great waitress. Since it was our first time she took the time to explain everything in the menu, including their specials. I couldn't pick out my favorite meal because everything we ordered was SO GOOD. They also are not shy about portions. Chicken karrage aioli was so good and tender (lots of meat instead of batter). They gave us a lot of tempura and the omakase set was great to share between two people. I highly recommend ordering this for a single person too!! Since we were sharing the omakase set, my husband and I also got two specialty rolls (ovi and crazy tuna). We LOVED the OVI roll but the crazy tuna was delicious too. Definitely will be coming back here regularly! read more

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A group of four converged on the site for a late lunch on a lazy week day and we were excited to dine. The weather was cool so we opted to eat outside in the patio area. The menu (with pictures) look very appetizing, and the meals are adequately depicted, BUT...there are some issues. Although it was not busy, the delay in getting our meal was a bit disturbing. The rice was cold and our colleague's meal was delayed to the point that by the time I finished my meal, his was still "being prepared." He cancelled his order as the delay was long. The entrée was tasty, but alas also cold. So the question is whether the delay is worth it? I don't think so... read more

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I was staying in Crystal City and walked over a mile out here specifically because this restaurant participates in the Dining Rewards Program, so by eating here I could earn my regular credit card miles along with American Airlines miles. By the time I arrived I was hot and tired and really looking forward to some good sushi. What I got was really meh. My server was very nice, and I was quite impressed with her mastery of the menu. When I asked her about different rolls, she knew from memory which ones came with six pieces or eight, and explained the size of the rolls to me so I could decide between large six pieces and eight regular pieces. I felt she checked up on me often enough. What was disappointing to me -- and the reason I'm only giving three stars -- is the food. And I might not have reviewed this place at all, except it offers an omakase option on the menu, which invites you customers to trust the chef to offer a great culinary experience. Offering omakase suggests that they are confident in their sushi skills. After eating here, I would say that confidence is a bit misplaced. My main gripe is how moist (borderline soggy) the sushi rice was on both my rolls. Sushi rice should not be dry. It should be a bit sticky, clump together. This requires adequate moisture. But it should not be soggy, as mine was. It really took away from my enjoyment. Secondly, I don't think the flavors and the texture of the sushi here is that great. It's not horrible, but compared to other places, I would say it's below average. There are two ways to approach sushi. The traditional Japanese way, which focuses on fresh ingredients and simple prep, or the American way where the flavor is not in the fresh fish but in the sauces and extras included in the roll along with the fish. The sushi here is prepped American style but the flavor was lacking to me. I ordered a California roll and instead of using mixed crab in a mayo, they straight up just cut imitation crab stick. To me that really takes away from the flavor. Maybe I'm being too picky. I'm no expert on sushi. But I've eaten it often enough to know what I like. And I feel there is better sushi to be had elsewhere. read more

Kusshi - Baltimore roll (top) and volcano roll (bottom) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Ordered the Got Beef? Such roll and I must say it was really good! In my opinion it costed $27/28 and that was a lot compared to the average prices I'm used to. The sushi roll has a sweet flavor that I can't figure but really enhances the flavor! I did ask for eel sauce because it was a bit dry to my tastebuds. I wish they added eel and spicy mayo to it. However the reason I give it a 4 star was because I waited 40 minutes to get my roll. The server was very sorry and offered a free drink and mochi on the house which i appreciate. The atmosphere was towards of the chill rather than upscale and fancy. It was a nice treat after a long day of shopping read more

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I would give them a 3.75 stars not quite the 4-stars for me but still was pretty good. I went to this establishment on 3/17/25 and I ordered I believe spicy salmon, yellowtail with cream cheese, and another roll I can't quite remember but a tuna roll. It was during lunch time so the restaurant was empty and because I was by myself I decided to sit at the bar. The waiter was nice and ensure I had what I needed even though one roll was incorrect. The sushi was pretty fresh and the lunch prices was not that bad, but the parking situation just make sure you have some quarters to feed the meter. I would probably be back if they had a happy hour or during lunch again if I'm in the area. read more

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Super cute restaurant in pentagon city and staff was very attentive! We didn't need a reservation at all and the rolls were delicious read more

Kusshi - Tiger - All Cooked, Eel - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Strictly a bar review but this was one of, if not the best, Kusshi sushi location I've been to. Clean small, well decorated and a cute bar! Service was amazing! The bartender even recommended a different style of my lychee drink for my second round so that I did not get an overly sweet taste in my mouth from the first lychee martini! She did a great job and was correct and guessing my preference! Would definitely return and have a bite there! read more

Kusshi - Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I ordered soft shell crab and tempura shrimp. I don't understand why they packaged tempura freshly fried on top of fresh vegetables. It ruins the texture of the tempura and the vegetables. Service 101!! This is the most flavorless food I've ever eaten!! I really don't think I would order again. read more

I came across the restaurant through Groupon and I'm so glad I did. I went on a Tuesday afternoon and was seated immediately. After reviewing the many options on the menu, I ordered the salmon teriyaki bento box plus the Chesapeake roll. Since it was lunch time, I didn't expect the bento box to be so huge. The vast sampler box was filled with so many delicious items. However, I was not a fan of the pork belly bao or the octopus ball. I really loved the Chesapeake roll, which included crab meat and yellowtail. Although I was by myself, the server constantly checked on me and asked if I needed anything. My meal exceeded my expectations and I can't wait to return again. read more

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We just love the food, service and location. Great place to come and hang out. The fresh food and friendly service is always great! Come try it out!! read more

Kusshi - Yummm - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Place is nice and clean. Service is fast and friendly. Food is sooo good. Check out what I ordered. Definitely recommend this place. It has a bar and it's close at 11 pm. read more

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This has to be THE best edamame and chicken Katsudon I have EVER had. The egg perfectly outlined the chicken and the rice was flavorful and chewy. Edamame was fresh and can be made spicy as well! Love to visit here when I'm in the area. read more

Kushi Sushi offers a delightful blend of authentic Japanese flavors with a modern twist, making it a standout option for sushi lovers. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with minimalist décor that sets the perfect mood for a relaxing meal. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable, ensuring a smooth dining experience from start to finish. Here's a picture of my favorite rolls lava and seared spicy salmon While the prices are on the higher side, the quality and experience make it worthwhile. read more

Kusshi - Lava and Seared Spicy Salmon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Yeah no. Decided to give this place another shot and this place just ain't it. Best case- fish is decent; worst case: one of the rolls I got was simply inedible. The salmon was like chewing rubber. The little sides of ginger looked a week old and the wasabi was in a plastic bag. Sorry Kusshi, but we have to break up. read more

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Good food. Large variety of options and kid friendly. A family winner. We also love the wall art. Last tip park underneath the shopping center. read more

New to the area and felt a little hung over this Sunday, I had a craving for soup and sushi. Bless for Kusshi sushi. Came in around 1-1:30 and there were plenty of tables to pick from. The bar areas looked great if you're into watching sports. I did appreciate the "low top" area not having TVs so I could have my husbands undivided attention lol. Upon entering, we got seated right away and the server gave us some tap water. In terms of beer, it was cool to see Kirin Ichiban light! My husband loved it. I was in the mood for a Coke Zero but they only have Diet Coke, it will do lololol. While reviewing the menu, I knew I wanted soup but it was cool to see all the types of noodles and soup options there was. My husband got the tea pot soup and we weren't sure if we could share, so I just let him have it. But honestly, how you eat it - it could have been a great starter for two people. For entrees I decided to get the spicy miso ramen, shit spicy yall. Had the pepper stuck in my throat for a second and my ear holes were burning! Lololol. It was very ramen noodle forward and the bamboo shoots taste definitely take over the broth. I personally might skip them next time. So, ya girl was feeling greedy and decided to get the sashimi sampler - 12 pieces. I decided to eat the sashimi first and I couldn't even finish the ramen. Just at the egg, meat and enjoyed the broth. My husband got the kusshi noodles and loved it! All the meat in this yall. You could even get it spicy! Some people got seated next to us and automatically wanted what my husband got lolol. If you're into wok noodles then you'll love the kusshi noodles. Also, I just want to say I enjoyed the art of Kusshi Sushi. I'll definitely come back here for my sushi and ramen fix. read more

Kusshi - Dobin Mushi Tea Pot Soup - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Went to Kusshi the night before Thanksgiving to check out a new sushi spot my date raved about. It is located in a really nice shopping center behind Pentagon City. The aesthetics were really nice in there. The sushi was pretty good, as well as, the spicy edamame. The only thing I would say needed work was the service. The server took about 10 mins to greet us, never gave his name, and it took us about 15 mins to find him when we were finished and ready to go. The restaurant was not that busy. Besides the service, I can't wait to go back because the food was good and I want to order the Katsu. At all the tables I saw at last one person had it and it looked amazing. Thanks Kusshi for the great food! read more

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Everything was so good. Loved the kusshi noodle dish. Great flavors. The sweet potato roll was unique and loaded with sweet potatoes. We also enjoyed the California roll with real crab and the shrimp tempura. Great service too. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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my daughter and I frequently come here because we love the atmosphere and the food. However, recently I've noticed that people who are ordering takeout seem to just linger about in the front and we live to sit in the front by the window. It really dumbs down the esthetic to be honest. read more

We were very skeptical about this place due to mixed reviews, but we were hungry and tired, so we decided to give it a try. Tempura: It was nicely fried and not too oily. I like varieties of veg and shrimp. The platter was very decent. We adored the Fatty Salmon, as it melted in the mouth. For a special maki, the Lava was our favorite. It was filled with tempura breadcrumbs and a mix of various sashimi. This is a decent Sushi place. read more

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Very noisy (I used an app to measure it, well above 85 decibels). Slow service. Waiter was poker faced. Our seafood tea pot came quickly, along with the soft shell crab (really just two legs). Their menu should say legs only. Tiny portion. But: our main dish dragged on for 30 minutes! They totally forgot about it. We had to walk over to the front desk to chase up, and they said almost ready. The truth clearly, is that they only started when we told them we've been waiting for a long time. Unacceptable. So that main dish itself though was delicious. Hamachi kama, grilled yellowtail jaw. It's substantial (we had this same dish elsewhere, really bony, not much meat). Here it's like a fish steak with jaw. Well done. Just too slow. For context: This was 7:30 pm on a Monday night! Restaurant was empty. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Everything about my experience here was extremely average, from the food to the service. I ordered the pork gyoza pan-fried to start, the crunch roll, and the spicy miso ramen. The pork gyoza was good. The crunch roll was okay, but wasn't really a fan of the imitation crabstick they used in the sushi. The spicy miso ramen was indeed spicy, but the flavors were bland, if that makes sense. I would try other sushi rolls here, but I would never eat the ramen here again. Overall, it was an okay experience. I wouldn't go out of my way to try it again, but would be willing to eat here again if I happen to be in the area. read more

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A nice little Japanese restaurant and sushi place in Pentagon City that we discovered while going on a business trip in DC , Arlington Virginia area. They have a good location in a quiet strip mall and high rise residential neighborhood. A nice little walk from the hotels in Pentagon city. Great food with fresh seafood selection for their sushi and other Japanese fusion dishes. read more

Easy to get to from the metro, have a variety of options. Has two basic maki rolls. Came out super quick. They were good, 6 pieces but solid amount. Restaurant was kind of empty, no music, regular lighting. Also got the teriyaki chicken, not what I anticipated but it was fine. Came with white rice, wish they either completely cut the chicken or gave you a knife. Server was a bit rude which I did not appreciate. Probably won't be back. read more

Kusshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Nice spot, pretty clean, great sushi. The service is a bit slow though, and a few times I've had wave down the server ti come check on our table, thus in more than one visit. Overall good experience for what you get of food value. read more

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Updated review: Kusshi Sushi is still awesome. Great quality, good service and bar. Tonight, I decided to upgrade the Chirashi Bowl to the "Chef's Special Box" - wow. Ask for Dan! read more

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I live in the area and have been here several times for sushi and other items. Their sushi is always good, the signature rolls have good flavor and the fish itself is fresh. The ramen is actually surprisingly not bad either and the classic appetizers like edamame and tempura are good as well. Service is usually attentive and fast. Only complaint is the booths in the back are kind of tiny and feel very cramped so if you're in a group, maybe opt for a table instead. read more

We came for an early dinner after a conference nearby ended. We were seated right away. Service was courteous and the decor was very cute. Their drink selection is extremely extensive with numerous whiskey options as well as craft cocktails. I started with a soju/lychee/yuzu/mint cocktail was was amazing--sweet, tart, refreshing. Food was fantastic. The fish was fresh and well prepared, some with its own sauce that brought out the flavors beautifully. We tried the chilled green tea soba w tempura. This came with a lightly spiced dipping sauce which was great on both the noodles and tempura. The tempura was battered just enough and fried well. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area. read more

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Amazing lunch special ever!! I ordered the sakedon from the lunch special menu. It came out super quickly, and fresh. I enjoyed it very much. Definitely coming back!! read more

Kusshi - Sakedon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

GENUIENLY WORST RESTAURANT IN DC. absolutely terrible customer service. They have literal soy sauce on their walls and it is so dirty and I got all over my clothes. They are permanently stained and the store owes me money. I highly do not recommend coming here at all, and the food is also terrible and takes over an hour. If negative stars was an option. I would click that. Genuinely defend this restaurant. read more

Kusshi - dirty. Nasty. Scumbag. Filthy wall. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

As you may or may not know, I have been on a ramen journey ever since I went to Japan and had the best ramen of my life. After one bowl of ramen in Japan, I determined ramen is my favorite food. I am looking to find my ramen fix now that I am back home and I may have found it! Kusshi, stand up, so I can give you a round of applause! The hubby and I LOVED our ramen! When we arrived, a nice lady greeted us and sat us. Our visit was midday on 11/26 and the restaurant was not busy, however it did it appear that there was only one person working the floor, bar and being a runner. We waited awhile and then I asked the person who sat us if we should order from the bar (even though there was no one at the bar), but she said someone would soon attend to us. Shortly after, we were greeted by our server and put it in our orders, I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen with an extra egg and the hubby got the soy sauce ramen. The hubby's ramen came quite quickly and mine came out about 4 minutes later. The tonkotsu ramen was phenomenal, a deep, buttery and porky broth. The ramen was plentiful, well balanced, the pork was thick and overall everything in this bowl was perfect. The hubby's soy sauce ramen was also delicious, but he felt mine was better - it was. The reason for four stars: the service was delayed. Our server was nice enough, but perhaps he was too busy. If it weren't for that, this place is easily 5 stars, heck even 6! I can't wait to go back! read more

It was freezing cold inside when we came for a visit. I was excited because we came for happy hour. However, the sushi had a very weird chemical taste to it. Like, there was a bitter, chemically taste after everything we ate that had raw fish in it. The seaweed salad, however, was very good. However, I came for the sushi, not that. The Kiesza was fine. Definitely not the best. There weren't many people there when we visited and the service was definitely a bit slower than I would've liked. I had to flag the server down a few times just to get a refill and some other items we needed. I might try another location, because they have a few, but I wouldn't come back here because of that chemical taste. I've never experienced that before with sushi and I'm not exactly sure what it was. read more