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Uni |
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2122 P St NW, Washington 20037 • 202-833-8038
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Distance:
~0.35 mi * |
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DUPONT CIRCLE. Whether you visit this modern Japanese eatery for lunch, happy hour, or dinner, you're sure to walk away satisfied. Lunchbox specials cater to diners on the go, and at happy hour, certain sushi selections go for $1 each, and drinks are discounted. At dinner, you'll find an assortment of teriyaki, donburi, and tempura dishes, as well as sushi and a variety of small plate offerings (known as otsumami). Smart casual or trendy dress. |
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Sakana |
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2026 P St NW, Washington 20036 • 202-887-0900
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Distance:
~0.40 mi * |
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DUPONT CIRCLE. This comfortable dining spot offers a range of Japanese favorites, from tempura to sushi. Prices won't break the bank, and the kitchen's mantra is consistency. Enjoy seaweed salad, a bento box special, or fresh, well-prepared sushi, like the Caterpillar Roll with overlapping avocado slices as skin and salmon eggs for eyes. The crowd that frequents this Asian eatery is young and energetic, perfect accompaniment to the upbeat atmosphere. Smart casual dress. |
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Nooshi |
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1120 19th St NW, Washington 20036 • 202-293-3138
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Distance:
~0.42 mi * |
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DUPONT CIRCLE. Lunchtime crowds are intense at this fantastic place, mainly because the food is robust, spicy, and delicious. Favoring authentic cuisine over mild-mannered adaptations, Nooshi gives young professionals what they want: flavor wild enough to keep up with their lives. The eatery combines the cultures and cuisines of China, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Opt for Thai drunken noodles, Shanghai roast pork soup or even Singapore-style rice noodles. Sushi is a popular alternative in the non-noodle category. METRO: Dupont Circle |
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Kaz Sushi Bistro |
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1915 I St NW, Washington 20006 • 202-530-5500
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Distance:
~0.48 mi * |
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DOWNTOWN. This modern bistro dishes sushi with a twist. Chef Kaz Okochi originally trained as a fine artist and brings that sensibility to his cuisine. While he maintains a repertoire of classic sushi rolls, he also experiments, creating such delicacies as sake-poached scallops with lemon-cilantro dressing or eggplant carpaccio. Diners may order individual rolls from the à la carte menu or choose a sushi assortment. The bento box combines several items, drawing from spicy green mussels, seaweed salad, grilled baby octopus, and a variety of sushi dishes. The sake list is very good too. |
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Chopsticks |
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1073 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington 20007 • 202-338-6161
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Distance:
~0.60 mi * |
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GEORGETOWN. Chopsticks serves authentic Japanese cuisine in a friendly environment. You'll find a selection of traditional Japanese entrees, including noodle dishes, tempura options, and deep-fried items. The well-stocked sushi bar boasts a wealth of fresh offerings, and bento boxes are available during lunch and dinner. Vegetarian fare is available as well. Sake and wine selections ably complement Chopstick's cuisine. Smart casual dress. |
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Wasabi |
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(Restaurants - Japanese) |
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908 17th St NW, Washington 20006 • 202-822-0646 • 202-822-2005
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Distance:
~0.70 mi * |
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DOWNTOWN. Select an assortment of small plates from a conveyor belt at this fun Japanese eatery. |
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Sushi Taro |
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(Restaurants - Japanese) |
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1503 17th St NW, Washington 20036 • 202-462-8999
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Distance:
~0.77 mi * |
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DUPONT CIRCLE. Nibble on some of the city's finest small-plate offerings at this stylish Japanese restaurant. The interior offers a variety of seating options: tables, straw mats, and a private banquet room. The sushi bar stands out with 30 types of fish and shellfish, including salmon and sweet shrimp. The menu also includes teriyaki and tempura dishes and noodle soups. Japanese beers round out the offerings. Smart casual dress. METRO: Dupont Cir |
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Saki |
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2477 18th St NW, Washington 20020 • 202-518-9820
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Distance:
~1.28 mi * |
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ADAMS-MORGAN. This restaurant-lounge features DJs each night, along with top-notch, tapas-style Japanese cuisine. Tunes include hip-hop, acid rock, and future funk, while the menu boasts an outstanding selection of sushi and sashimi. The two-story establishment is punctuated by a sleek black sushi bar and splashes of color against white walls. Soft, changing lights, brightly colored pillows, and red velvet stools add to the mod feel. Trendy dress. METRO: Dupont Circle or Woodley Park |
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Sake Club |
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2635 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington 20008 • 202-332-2711
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Distance:
~1.32 mi * |
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WOODLEY PARK. Stylish, tasteful and refined, this restaurant gives those living on DC's north side a place where they can sport their trendiest threads while savoring upscale Japanese fare and any of the 45 imported sake selections. The dinner menu lists, of course, sashimi, maki and nigiri; however, those seeking something beyond the raw can go for grilled selections like beef, chicken or pork bulgogi barbeque and Chilean sea bass with saikyo miso kinko sauce. A delightful option for large groups is the tapas menu, whose eclectic mix of dishes includes octopus ceviche and grilled flounder fin. METRO: Woodley Park |
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User Rating: 6.5
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Sushiko |
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2309 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington 20007 • 202-333-4187
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Distance:
~1.50 mi * |
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GLOVER PARK. DC's first sushi bar, Sushiko lost its luster for a while, but now, the shine is back, along with original master chef Tetsuro Takanashi. The award-winning place serves quick lunch favorites and more elaborate dinners. Basics like sushi, shrimp tempura, and teriyaki chicken are always available. The specialty menu, however, changes daily, offering items like salmon tartare and sea trout Napoleon. If you're alone, the brushed-metal sushi bar makes a good dining option. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress. METRO: Foggy Bottom |
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