Rakuya

I came in for a quick roll and beer for happy hour and sat at the bar. I got the spicy crunchy tuna roll and it was very good. Quick service and a nice place. There’s indoor and outdoor seating and a pretty large menu. I still want to go back for ramen at some point too.

Great food, great service, great people watching. If it's nice, get outdoor seating and enjoy your cocktails/food while people watching. The 4 of us got the deluxe bento to share with 3 rolls, 2 appetizers and drinks. The bento box has a lot of food and it was delicious but my favorite was the pork belly appetizer and the rolls (black snake, white tiger, and double salmon). Highly recommended.

I had an incredible dining experience at Rakuya. We started with the fried calamari as an appetizer, perfectly tender, seasoned just right, and a great way to kick things off. The service was attentive and friendly, and with such lovely weather, we began our meal outside. As the evening cooled down, the staff seamlessly helped us move indoors, which kept the experience comfortable and relaxed. For the main course, we shared a delicious spread of rolls. The Green Monster with shrimp was fresh and flavorful, while the Crunchy Scallop was absolutely to die for, crispy, rich, and bursting with umami. The Octopus Nigiri added a nice contrast in texture, and the Flying Smoked Dragon roll was melt-in-your-mouth tender. Everything from the ambiance to the food was top-notch. I’ll definitely be coming back to explore more of the menu. Highly recommend! Also a great spread of vegetarian options ! ❤️

Food was amazing! We got the green monster and flying dragon sushi role and they were a 10/10! We also got the tonkotsu ramen. I’ve had better but it was just the right comfort food for the 40-50 degree weather after exploring DC all day. Would definitely go back!

I'm sorry but for us was a bad experience, one hour waiting for the main food, my wife ordered a ramen and basically she received a bowl full of spicy pasta, I mean literally I made another plate of pasta with it. Like a half cup of soup, no tasty, same for me, check there's a sushi with only 5 pieces, apparently those were bigger but no, I compared the sizes with the regular plates and were the same, no tasty either, 1 hour waiting for this, the entree were ok.

The sushi and fried chicken we ate were both good. The service was alright but it could have been that it was a very busy Saturday night. Outdoor seating is really nice here since it’s by DuPont.

This was some of the freshest Sushi I have ever had and the flavors were excellent. I ordered the Nigiri Maki based on the servers recommendation and I couldn't have been happier. My favorite part of the meal was the Eel, which was lightly fried and had a light sauce on it. I'll be back!

The rebrand from Raku to Rakuya, going from a diner to a sushi restaurant seems to have paid off. I went on a Tuesday evening and it was packed. Not necessarily a sign of good things to come but not a bad sign either. They’ve also landed on Google Map’s list of best restaurants in DuPont Circle. So take that for what it’s worth. I did not order any sushi per se but I did order the deluxe bento box that did have some nice pieces of sashimi. I tend to notice little details like types of soy sauce offered and having tamari soy sauce available was nice to dip my sashimi in. The rest of the bento box was also very good with miso cod, slices of steak and tempura. It was very filling which was great because I was very hungry. I also ordered a miso soup which surprisingly did not come with the bento box and chicken yakitori. I was a little disappointed with the yakitori as they mention it being chicken thigh on the menu but it came out as chicken breast which ate a little dry. Womp womp. Service was good and prompt. I read a few other reviews of awkward and rude servers here but I did not have that experience. Even on a busy evening. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I would certainly give Rakuya another try the next time I am visiting DC. Kampai!

Lying just outside the heart of the bustling Dupont Circle, Rakuya is a buzzy sushi spot crowded with both locals and tourists hoping to quell a fix for Japanese cuisine. The Dupont Circle area is already a fairly saturated market for foodies, so the fact that Rakuya always looks crowded is a testament to its popularity. Our party of nine made a reservation a couple of days in advance over the phone, but they also have an online reservation portal for parties under 4 people. On a Saturday night at around 7:30pm, the place was packed, both in the small, sleek interior as well as the expansive patio complete with patio-style wooden tables. We were immediately seated, and given some time to peruse their extensive menu, which boasts a variety of sushi rolls (from the tame California roll to some more adventurous options, such as the "Flying Smoke'in Dragon" or the "White Tiger"), nigiri/sashimi, Japanese small plates, cooked entrees, and a host of noodle dishes. There's truly something for everyone - you can even replace rice in rolls with brown rice or go riceless! We didn't go during happy hour, but they also seem to have a good selection during that time. The drinks that our party ordered ranged from $13-16 normal price, and during happy hour, they're a good $3-4 off, and there's a wide range of Japanese tapas-style food options in the $5-12 range. Their lunch menu is also reasonably priced, with filling bento boxes and sushi/sashimi assortments all under $30, and intriguing lunch sets for those who may not prefer to eat raw fish. One odd thing that happened was that one member in our group cited that he had a serious tree nut allergy - the waiter told us "there aren't any peanuts in your dish, but there WILL be cross-contamination since we use the same knives for everything." We understood that there's always a risk, but that was a bit weird of him to say it like that. Our group mainly ordered rolls and small plates - most rolls came with 6 pieces, and range in toppings and complexity. People tended to enjoy the fun variations, but the quality of the fish wasn't anything special - I would probably stick to the rolls here if you're going to get sushi, and opt to get nigiri or sashimi somewhere else. I ordered the Braised Pork Belly (Buta Kaku Ni) for $10, which came with 4 rich, fatty pieces of pork belly and a whole soft-boiled egg in a sweet soy sauce. Atop the dish were shishito peppers (careful - they say 1 in 10 are extremely spicy, and I got one of them), and a lovely acidic, spicy yellow mustard that paired nicely with the richness of the dish. For $10, it was definitely a steal - I really loved their variety of small plates/appetizers! Some friends also ordered various noodle dishes, from their Tonkotsu Shoyu Rmane ($17) to their Shrimp Tempura Tokyo Dashi ($19). They really enjoyed that you can customize your protein, and they're fairly large portions for the price. Finally, since it was my friend's birthday, they gave her a free dessert, which was three scoops of matcha ice cream topped with strawberries. This was very generous of them, and it was a large enough portion to share! Overall, we enjoyed our meal at Rakuya - they were accommodating for our large party, the food came out within 20 minutes, and the food was tasty and affordably priced. We'll have to be back to get some of their lunch specials or happy hour drinks!

*happy hour review* Happy hour is 4:15-6pm. RAKUYA has become my favorite new spot for happy hour. Why? 1. Sushi. On. Happy. Hour. Say less. They have many rolls you can choose from for $6-$11. And the sushi is good. 2. Outdoor patio - they have tons of outdoor seating. 3. You are guaranteed a spot outside. No reservations are needed, you can walk up and get a table for pretty much any sized group. 4. Drinks- they have a good assortment of HH drinks from very large beers, sake, etc. 5. They also have gyoza, edamame, etc on happy hour, it's not just sushi.

After a trip to the Philip's Collection in Dupont Circle, my friend and I were feeling hot, hungry and thirsty. We saw Rakuya and quickly decided to try it out. We were very glad we did. The menu has a fairly typical combination of sushi, sashimi, rolls and appetizers. Both of us chose from the Teishoku Set. My sashimi Teishoku Set came with tuna and salmon sashimi, miso soup, rice, tempura, salmon, seaweed salad, potato salad, and a savory egg custard. It was an enormous amount of food for 26 dollars. Honestly, there wasn't a thing on the menu I didn't enjoy. Sashimi: great. Miso soup: wonderful. I enjoyed the sides immensely. Service was very attentive. Our water glasses never went empty. The interior was cool and intimate and provided a respite from the heat and humidity. Definitely recommended.

Pretty decent ramen place with lots of other options! Pay attention to the noodle size for the different ramens if that matters to you. I felt like the portions were generous and they weren't skimpy on the toppings. The servers are really attentive and there is plenty of comfortable indoor seating or outside on the patio!

Food - Really great. If you want a classic good sushi experience, this is a great place to go. I do actually think that what it was missing for me was something unique or special. The drinks we got actually stood out more. I got a hibiscus lemonade and my friend got a green tea one I think? But don't let that stop you from going here because again, the actual overall quality of the food was great. Service - A bit slow but only seemed to be because they were actually pretty busy when we came. Very good. Ambiance - Casual/Family, Pleasant and not too loud. The place was clean and it had a nice area that you could sit out to eat for as well. I'll have to come back here tbh.

Right off the Dupont Circle Metro Stop is Rakuya, a cute Japanese resturant that is perfect Spring/Summer spot with its outdoor seating. I went for Happy Hour and enjoyed their fruity Very Berry cocktail. The drink's strawberry blossom and lemon juice paired perfectly! My personal favorites on the menu were the Calamari, Chicken Kaarage, and Shishito Peppers. All were tasty, flavorful, and were in decent amounts to be shared for two. As a lemon lover, I also appreciated the wedge on nearly all the plates I loved the rolls! The Golden Dragon, Shrimp Tempura, and Volcano were all fresh. While it is a small place, it feels a bit cramped at times. However, the service was speedy and kind during such a busy evening. Great Happy Hour selection! Excited to try more of their dinner menu and drinks.

My friend and I really enjoyed our spontaneous visit to Rakuya on a rainy day! The Tokyo dashi came with lots of vegetables, and the broth was savory and delicious...it was everything I would hope for in a noodle soup! Our server was also very friendly and attentive. A great visit and I would return :-)! Thank you, Rakuya

Rakuya in Dupont Circle is a go-to for me when it comes to affordable happy hours. I recently paid $12 for GF veggie rolls, and they didn't disappoint. These rolls, topped with their fantastic green sauce along with GF soy sauce, are an absolute delight. My friend opted for the regular veggie and salmon rolls and was equally thrilled with the experience. While the waiters may come across as unfriendly and distant, one positive aspect is their consistent reminders about the last call for both happy hour food and drinks. It's a helpful touch, ensuring customers don't miss out on the offerings before the happy hour wraps up. Additionally, the service has its commendable moments - like when I forgot my purse and a busboy chased after me to ensure I didn't leave it behind! Despite its popularity and the busy atmosphere during happy hour, Rakuya is the perfect place for a laid-back catch-up session with friends!

Cute little place in DuPont Circle. They've got happy hour and some items on the menu at a reduced price. The food was acceptable but nothing was really memorable. We decided to try this place only because we were staying nearby honestly. Wouldn't come back because simple I've had better sushi. Service was good. No changing table for baby in the bathroom.

Came here for happy hour on a Friday night. Drink and food prices were great! We sat outside on the patio and the vibes were awesome. Glad I came here on my visited.

Had an amazing meal at Rakuya. Wanted to treat myself to some good food on a whim and Rakuya caught my attention. Took a seat at the expansive bar and servers were very attentive right away. Started with some premium sushi, which was actually very reasonably priced. Then got a scallop risotto dish which had some great flavors. Ended with dessert that perfectly balanced tart and creamy. Overall great place in the heart of Dupont!

Delicious food, great outdoor seating and a great appetizer menu! Service was good but we never got drink refills & there was a hiccup with a food modification, hence the 4/5 stars. Ordered the hoisin short ribs, vegetable tempura, gyoza and the hubs enjoyed the shrimp tempura rolls. All were very good and each plate came with a decent portion size.

Rakuya provides decent Japanese food that can scratch a sushi or ramen itch when you're in a pinch. I ordered a noodle soup (Tokyo broth, chicken, and egg noodles, $16) and also shared the sushi and roll assortment (14 pieces, $19). The soup was okay but I don't think I would get it again. If I did, it would be with a different protein. The sushi assortment was pretty good though, and there was a lot of variety. It would work as a meal or to share. If you're in the Dupont area, you can stop by Rakuya for a comforting meal that won't break the bank.

Fine if you just need a quick sushi fix and the prices are SUPER reasonable, but the sushi was kind of bland and overall just eh. I ordered takeout, and it was a smooth process which is a plus! Not really jumping at the chance to revisit.

Everything we had here was good The salmon with mango sauce was the star California was also good here. Staff very friendly and helped with the selection.

This restaurant was voted one of D.C.'s top 100, for the DuPont Circle Neighborhood it is ranked in the Top 10. I would give it a thumbs up and with eases say it is good and worth visiting if just for the drinks. The sushi was good but not anything to write home about, and the food was good but not the best. I will say this the Japanese Chicken and Waffles with the honey syrup and sirachi sauce did hit the spot. The service was quick and the wait staff was okay, it was busy so it was rushed bout overall no complaints. As for the look and feel of the restaurant the noise level is high during peek business times but not so high that you can't hear yourself speak. The bathroom is oddly located...just thought I would add that in. Overall I would visit again but am in no rush back. Overall 3.5 stars that would round to 4 BUT in my mind nope not a 4, a well deserved 3.

A very tasty spot for brunch in DuPont Circle with indoor and outdoor seating! I recommend making a reservation for large parties--super easy to do online. The food rocks! I love the unique bento boxes and the great entrees too. The service can be a little hard to get a hold of and there is also a bit of a communication gap. However, we still had a lovely afternoon! Definitely worth a try.

Huge menu with a great variety of rolls. After deliberating for what must have been 2 minutes, I settled on the Seoul Train (tuna and kimchi) and a salmon California roll. Both were very good, although I would have liked either more pieces or slightly higher quality fish given the price. My friend and I also split orders of edamame and agedashi tofu. Highly recommend the agedashi tofu - it comes in a savory broth with excellent fried brussels and squash. There's plenty of outdoor patio seating, perfect for enjoying a spring or summer evening and watching all the happenings in DuPont Circle.

Had the best experience at Rakuya. All the food was absolutely delicious. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant it felt really warm and cozy. I had a party of 2 at around 8 on a Thursday and we were immediately sat at a good table in the middle of the restaurant. I went with a mock-tail and it was really delicious and was happy to pay $5 for it, comparable to other places that charge $10+ for a mock tail which is ridiculous to me. So I really think the place has a good value! For $42 I was able to enjoy two sushi rolls, half an appetizer and a drink and that includes a tip! For DC I was very happy with that. Especially because the food was extremely tasty and the restaurant provided an excellent hangout for my friend and I to relax and catch up. I live in the neighborhood so I've walked by many times and had been meaning to try it. So glad I decided to stop in and will definitely be back again soon! The menu was huge so it was hard to decide what to order as everything looked good. My friend had ramen and I tried it and it was very flavorful. I went with the sushi but it was hard to narrow it down since so many of the rolls looked delicious. We also started with Gyoza which was incredibly good- I'd be back just for that! All in all 10/10 food and experience here!

We came for an anniversary date night and very quickly stuffed ourselves. The miso black cod was flaky and delicious, and the rolls were super unique. Our server was super on top off it with the dietary restrictions, letting us know that one of the rolls we ordered actually had shellfish. The salmon and salmon toro were buttery. The Fish & Chip was interesting with textures and the Philly Roll was a little rich but delicious. I didn't love the Black Snake but that's mainly the truffle oil.

I loved Rakuya's diverse and creative menu options! The tofu salad is extremely refreshing with a combination of Romaine and seaweed salad. There was also a generous amount of tofu, and the dressing was delicious. The chicken and waffles was also like no other. The chicken looks super greasy and fried, but it's the exact opposite. The breading is super light, and the chicken was extremely moist. It's definitely higher quality than your average chicken nugget/popper. The maple syrup was also DELICIOUS...I couldn't tell if there was some bitter mixed into it but wow...it was great. I had a great time here and can't wait to come back.

Decided to come here for a weekend brunch with 2 friends! The food options are great, the boxes have a wide variety of foods to try while still being in an affordable price range. I do wish some of the foods had a bit less salt, but overall it all still tasted great. We also opted in for the bottomless drinks option, which was only $15. This included mimosas and white sangria, and the latter was a personal favorite. The service here is also great, everyone was very kind and always made sure that are sangria glasses were full! The place itself is beautiful, and if it's nice outside it's definitely worth sitting outside.

I ate there for the first time last evening with my partner and two friends. I had the yellow curry with shrimp. Partner has sushi assortment, and my friends had two different ramen. We are all very pleased. Mine was piping hot and the right amount of heat. I enjoy spice, so this was the best curry I can remember. From the moment we arrived, without reservations, the service was top notch. The server was very pleasant and attentive without being intrusive. I believe there was only one empty table, the drink order came out quickly as did the meals. As delicious as my curry was, I couldn't finish it. I'll definitely be back. I've heard lunch is also great, perhaps brunch.

//5 stars for filling food If you are unsure of what to get, I recommend either a bento box or teishoku combo. You get a variety of small dishes that you can try so you are not stuck with one. The teishoku looks like a bigger version of a bento box with more variety for a little more money. I got the chicken karaage and everything tasted delicious. I was not sure about the custard therefore I am neutral about it. It was not bad but unfamiliar for me. Everything else was delicious, especially the soup. Recommend trying this combo. Customer service: They were professional and quick with the service. The food came out at an acceptable time, especially for a busy restaurant. They are patient and willing to help you decide. Setting: It has a smaller indoor seating compared to their outdoor. If the weather is nice, I recommend sitting outside. The inside is also a great option especially since it was clean and nicely decorated. Overall: Yes I recommend the place. The "dollar sign" other websites should not deter you - it is reasonably priced for a district restaurant.

Good location in Dupont with a nice outdoor space. Average sushi. My favorite roll that I tried was the Golden Dragon Roll and I would get it again. I would come back for happy hour.

As a vegetarian, I love Rakuya because of all the unique veggie combination in their sushi options. I've been twice now and tried a few and they're all fantastic, tasty and fresh. Service is always fast and kind, even when they're busy. The lemonade however is extremely mild and can be skipped.

I just love this place - we have been here multiple times and have sat inside and out depending on the weather. The menu has a lot of yummy options with plenty of choices for people who don't eat fish/seafood. Fun drink menu. Delicious sushi. Attentive staff.

A friend and I went to Rakuya for dinner last night and had a wonderful experience overall. We came in with a 6:30 reservation and was seated and attended to promptly. We both ordered sushi dishes and thought the fish was fresh and for a good value. I would definitely come back to try their other menu items!

I went to this place with a few friends this past weekend and was happy with the service and ambiance, but found the food disappointing. We had a 10 minute wait for a table for 4 which wasn't bad since it was 7pm on a Saturday. The ambience is upscale casual and looks like a good date spot or just place to hang with friends. We got the sushi and the tan tan men noodles - both were just ok. I would not recommend the tan tan noodles. They tasted oily and lacked any flavor and the beef on top felt old. I was surprised that they used ramen noodles and not udon or thicker noodles as advertised. The sushi was also subpar, I felt the rolls fell apart and were nothing special. The cooked salmon on the inside of the double salmon roll tasted like canned tuna. I would potentially come back and try the happy hour with different food options.

One of my favorite restaurants in the city. They have fair prices for their food. They are on a nice street corner in dupont where you can sometimes hear live music from next door if you are sitting outside. The inside of their restaurant is also a great environment. I love to go here for brunch in particular - you can't beat it! This is the go-to restaurant for my partner and I because you can beat the combination of the quality, portion size, ambience, and price of their food in Dupont.

This place was pretty good especially for the price! Tried the chicken karage which wasn't super crispy but was very flavorful and juicy! All the rolls are really great and got a lot of the price. For two people we were pretty full from the three rolls. The crunchy spicy salmon was hands down my favorite. Their happy hour menu looks awesome and so definitely looking forward to returning for that

I had high expectations after seeing the menu, but it was a pretty big let down. We started with the gyoza which I thought were ok, the sauce is always great with it. It did have a nice sear, but the meat didn't have much flavor. I got two rolls, one which was a double salmon and spicy tuna. The spicy tuna was great, the double salmon one had nothing really going for it. The cooked part was just bad, definitely on me for that. My wife got the den den noodles and it wasn't thick noodles. The beef was piled on top, and looked like they just added all ingredients separately instead of cooking in one dish. It didn't taste good at all, and we were adding soy sauce to add flavor. Service was slow, took around 20 min to place our order. Ambiance was nice, but not really romantic bc you are right next to people.

Came to Rakuya with some friends on a cold day in the Spring. Ramen was delicious, filling, and piping hot! I honestly had no complaints except that everyone the door opened, the cold air came bursting in. I love that the egg was perfectly cooked to be slightly gooey in the center, and the broth was thick and tasty. The server was kind and very attentive to us. Would definitely revisit now that the weather is going to get cold again!

This place is solid. My favorite is their very forgiving happy hour deal. You can fill up on decent sushi and drinks for a fraction of the price of most sushi spots. This will continue to be a dupont circle staple.

This place is a solid 4!! If you can come here for lunch absolutely do it. The portions for the combo sets are incredible. A lot of food for a great price. I decided to try the noodles and spicy salmon roll. The ramen noodles were super springy and they gave me a side of a spice bomb. Loved the inside seating and they had ample outdoor seating as well for a nice day. Would love to come back and try their katsu don as well! Sushi was pretty good. Not super fresh but for the price decent.

Our favorite brunch place! $20 get you a bento set and $15 get you u Unlimited plum sangria or mimosa. Quite affordable and very delicious and filling. A must brunch hangout on the weekends in DC.

Came here for a quick lunch at DuPont Circle. Originally, I wanted ramen but when I saw their Japanese lunch sets, I was sold on the teriyaki ribeye set, all for $20. Coming from the Bay Area (CA), it sounded like a bargain. I sat at the bar and was quickly served by the bartender. Decor was ok, nothing special, but I was just there for the food. When the plate came out, I was surprised at all the same dishes that came with it. The beef was tender and I really enjoyed tasting all the side dishes. For a quick bit, it hit the spot and was very filling. Good deal overall and recommended for a quick Japanese meal.

Best happy hour in Dupont, just be careful ordering because it easily adds up! I love the variety on the menu, from typical Japanese entrees and sushi rolls to mussels and Korean ssam. I've taken tons of friends here and they all love it. Get the pink drink, I forgot the name but it is delicious. There are a lot of seating options as well including a bar and outdoor patio, weather permitting.

I really wanted to like this place but unfortunately the food was lacking and the quality/price wasn't making sense. Ordered Eel Don, eel was good but only because of the eel sauce and rice. The tempura was too oily, maybe was sitting there for too long. The salad dressing wasn't the fresh ginger dressing, clearly from a bottle. Udon was good, nothing to complain about there. Two sushi rolls- red dragon roll and fatty tuna roll - absolutely no flavor. I feel like there might be a quality and freshness issue with this place. Definitely won't be returning.

Lots of indoor and outdoor seating! And I liked the large opened windows, which allowed the warm breeze to insulate the restaurant. Great relaxing atmosphere. I ordered the Sashimi Teishoku set ($24) which comes with 2 pieces each of salmon, tuna, yellowtail and white fish along with shrimp/veggie tempura, kinpira gobo (seasoned carrot and burdock) , miso soup, rice, some red grapes, a guacamole mixture, and egg custard. Not sure why the menu says it comes with salmon nanbanzuke (didn't get that). Loved the presentation and variety, which really reminded me of Japan's plating. However, quality was lacking. Sashimi was okay (3/5) and tempura wasn't hot or crispy (2/5). Surprisingly, I enjoyed the burdock and egg flan a lot (5/5)! Overall, they have unique plating that I haven't seen anywhere else in the US. The service was great and fast.

Food is absolutely amazing and would like to try again! the green roe was new to me and very different! I also loved the soup dumplings with the cool black spots have to go back for the ramen as well! -Jahhman

Had high hopes for this place because it always looks good when I pass by it. I am not a huge sushi person and even to me it was mediocre (I got the salmon california roll). Came with a friend who loves sushi and she did not think her shrimp tempura roll was that great, and that her gyoza lacked flavor. I got the shrimp and chicken dumpling soup and that was actually pretty good- solid size for an appetizer, better than the sushi!

So sad, I used to like Rakuya a lot. Quality went down. The rolls were not the best and the eel in the nigiri felt and tasted like plastic. Providing this feedback so, they do better because I know they can.

I went to Rakuya with a few friends and had a great time! The Veggie Futomaki sushi was delicious and it came with the best lemon basil sauce. The tempura was also great and I enjoyed it. The restaurant has a beautiful interior and our waiter was so nice and helpful letting us know which sauces were vegetarian.

This place is pretty good! In the perfect place - the heart of DuPont circle! I stopped by on an early Sunday night for some food. The service was extremely friendly but a bit slow. The food came out hot snd tasted great. The gyoza were nicely fried and crispy, and the tuna tartare was delish on some toasted baguette crackers. The ramen wasn't my favorite, it was relatively average. But the sushi was fresh and yummy!

This place was bustling on a Saturday evening. Our server was kind and took our order quickly. While understandable, it was a bit rude when another staff member told us to vacate our table a couple minutes after paying the bill because they had another party that would be seated in that spot. The food was pretty average. I ordered two signature rolls (the Maryland and the a toro roll with fatty tuna but the full name escapes me) and both were very standard. I think the price point of this place was reasonable for DuPont but I think better restaurants at a lower price point with better ambiance exist out there. For example, I enjoy Sakana (more homey ambiance than Rakuya which is more trendy) a lot more and its in the same area. Can't comment on other menu items but the bento box did not look as good either and is much more expensive than others I have had at Sakana for example.

First time at this restaurant and this definitely won't be the last time! A friend and I stopped by for happy hour this evening. We ordered the mussels marinere with sake, crunchy spicy salmon and eel avocado rolls to share. We each paired our appetizers with a couple of Perfect Afternoon cocktails (plum wine, aperol, sweet vermouth, and prosecco)! We opted for outdoor seating, which was great for fresh air and an occasional hot blast of sun as the sun shifted in the sky. The place filled up quickly, which is not surprising given its prime location near Q St and Connecticut. Great low key happy hour with good food, decent drinks, and pleasant service!

Quite enjoyed this place. I got the salmon donburi set at brunch, which also includes a simple but nice udon (I had the tempura replaced with some salad). The salmon bowl was nice, the rice was well seasoned and the fish was good. I also enjoy the space. Lots of interesting stuff on the menu, and I'll have to come back.

Great happy hour. We came just as they opened on a rainy afternoon after museum hopping. Sushi was great. Service was good. Nice cozy ambiance. We may have found a go-to sushi spot in DC again!

Great happy hour! The rolls are especially a good deal. Sushi was quite decent, and the place was not very full. Service was good.