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Hatoba, Washington, District of Columbia

Hatoba

4.6
4.6
103 Reviews
$30 and under
Hawaiian
Hatoba Is the 4th restaurant from the talented team behind the Daikaya Group – Daikaya, Haikan, and Bantam King – including dynamic DC-based partners and restaurateurs Daisuke Utagawa, Executive Chef Katsuya Fukushima, and Yama Jewayni – is now open in the District’s booming ‘The Yards’ neighborhood, for both lunch and dinner service.

Featuring 2,200-square feet, and seating for 89 with 50 seats in the main dining room, 26 on the patio, 9 at the bar and 13 at the kitchen bar, Hatoba – meaning dock – is opening within the Boilermaker Building in The Yards offering an original selection of Hawaiian & Filipino dishes. Signature selections at Hatoba include Poke Bowls, Spam Musubi, Saimin (Hawaiian Style Ramen), and Sisig.

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2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 8 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Hawaiian, Filipino, Polynesian

  • Hours of operation

    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 488-4800

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Katsuya Fukushima

  • Neighborhood

    Navy Yard

  • Cross street

    3rd St SE

  • Parking details

    There is street parking in the neighborhood as well as parking lots within 2 blocks.

  • Public transit

    Navy Yard Metro

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 103 people are saying

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Innovative

  • District of Columbia

    Innovative

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  1. ANANu

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great place! good food, quiet, affordable, very good service! they left water on the table, so they didnt have to come every 5 minutes offering to fill water glasses (which is something I find annoying.... conversations constantly being interrupted) and waste of water.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Awesome Ramen! The happy hour menu has a wide selection of drinks to choose from.
  3. DCDiner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Downside was that they closed at 10pm on Saturday night; rather early if you are looking for a later dinner.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    I was very disappointed in this dining experience. When we went to order our drinks I was informed they were out of coca cola. Seriously? What restaurant is ever out of the most popular soft drink, especially when they serve it from cans not a fountain? When it came time to order (not before) we were told they were out of two appetizers. . Where was this Information earlier? Also keep in mind our dinner was at 5:45 not the end of a busy night since we were going to a capitals game after. I ordered the fried wontons even though I wanted the steamed dumplings (out if stock) so I asked if they could be pan fried instead of deep fried by the four chefs standing around doing very little in the open kitchen snd was told no. Finally half way thru the meal our crew ordered two of their speciality iced tea cocktails and we were told they were the last two. then we watched as the next table was very disappointed when they tried to order the same drinks. It felt like the restaurant was going out of business and didn’t want to stock up on anything. There were plenty of employees on staff so it wasn’t a case of employee shortage just poor management and an indifference to the customer experience. Also if you are a tonkotsu fan this is not your place as they don’t offer any. The spicy miso was pretty good but We didn’t like the crumbled pork which had absolutely no individual flavor. I rarely write reviews but I was just shocked at how little they cared about the multiple shortages. I would advise heading to jinya if you are willing to head uptown …their ramen and their customer experience is so much better.
  5. KPIZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We will definitely be back. Food was delicious and the servers were fantastic.
  6. keatsbob3

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Big servings and very tasty. Will come back. Really liked the ambiance.
  7. elizabethmcdonough

    Washington DC

    97 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    It would be nice to know in advance that the lunch menu is VERY limited. Order your food via an app is always annoying. But doubly irritating when you can't also order beer via the app too. Have to do that separately. Otherwide ramen is delicious.
  8. LindsayS

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Very good service, awesome vibe, perfect location. Depending on what you order the portions are perfect or a bit small, but no complaints. Definitely recommend for a get together or date, well for sure be coming back.
  9. anger

    San Diego

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Great food felt like we were back in Japan. All the dishes were delicious and prices are reasonable. Definitely worth a visit.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend the spicy miso ramen
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great! Great food and service! We came just before Saturday night Karaoke!
  12. Pattycakes

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, good priced. Always have a great time here.
  13. JBurella

    Washington DC

    174 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    174 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Girls night out and we really enjoyed the playful drinks - get the CANNONBALL!!! Coconut shrimp is a scene stealer and Ramen portion options so thoughtful.
  14. EmilyY

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I chose Hatoba because they had a beer on tap I was hunting for locally- Dank Dust. I was super happy to have found this place. I liked the description of almost everything on the menu, and the people who work here were really nice.
  15. LilianB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    The food is not good at all. Spam rice was old as if we ate the left over from a day before. Ramen noodle is a bit hard for soup type. Beef teppayaki and octopus ceviches were mediocre. Tap water is not recommended to drink as its taste is bad due to DC source. Overall it’s expensive to dine here but no real benefit to enjoy it. Highly not recommend to dine here.
  16. lisalisalisa4

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Two words: Awesome Food! This will be a "go to" place at least once a week.
  17. NatalieP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hatoba was a surprise delight for restaurant week! Food was delicious and plentiful and their cocktail was great. Would love to come back to try the full menu!
  18. Lucha

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Good food and amazing Service. The staff was attentive without being intrusive. It turns out I left my credit card at the restaurant. When I called they new exactly who I was and had my card safely tucked away waiting for me. Will definitely go back.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    I love Hatoba. The service was very slow, likely due to the same staffing challenges everyone is having. The staff were very friendly and doing the best they could. They just need some more help.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall1food2service2ambience5
    I try to stop into this place frequently because at the end of the day I wanna love their concepts and love the Dailaka restaurant group. Unfortunately it’s current reiteration falls extremely short on food quality, costs, and service. When I walked in there were three employees seemingly running around like chickens with their heads cut off in a empty restaurant. It was quite offputting with two of them lobbing questions to me about my reservation and where I wanna sit. I sat inside and once I ordered the food quickly arrived. I mean I don’t know what to expect from spam musubi it was fine I was just looking for something may be a bit more elevated. The Saimin boring flavorless included barely any added toppings and just generally was not well executed for the price charged. I was the only person in the entire restaurant and the three employees working there basically forgot about me ignored me and it was it sure to get my check and flag anyone down. It’s all a real shame because I want to love this place. I also forgot to mention now that I’m looking at my pictures that there was a huge bone fragments in the pork in the saiminn. I also asked if they had any house hot sauce and they brought me a bottle of hot sauce that was expired from 2020.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    I was surprised at how empty it was when we showed up around 6:15 on a Friday. The food was all very good and there were definitely some unique items you don’t see on other menus. They have a great patio with lots of shade. The pork sliders were excellent.
  22. AndyM

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Menu is limited. I expected more ramen choices. Hawaiian/Filipino dishes were okay. I doubt I’ll go back.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took my friend there and impressed with their foods. I would love to go there again in the future.
  24. DianaR

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    New Hawaiian menu does not meet the quality of the restaurant. I have been here before and unfortunately found out that the menu was now a Hawaiian theme. Knowing that the restaurant is associated w the Daikaya group I decided to stay. The food was not awful but it was definitely average (presentation and flavor). Ordered Saimin and Kalua Pork Plate. Hope this helps.
  25. LocalYokel

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Desserts are delicious, cocktails are solid, and food is wholesome and filling.
  26. Adaeze

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love it here! Always a great vibe with fantastic food and service!
  27. Zephy

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great food! Staff was friendly and helpful! Sat outdoors so not sure about indoor vibe. But overall would go recommend!
  28. shakewd

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Not enough vegetarian options. Bring back the full ramen menu!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    New menu is not great. Service is super slow and unreliable.
  30. Aag123

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The restaurant is CLOSED. Open table made the reservation but it’s close so We drove all the way there and had to find another place. Not happy.
  31. Mark

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Kind of stupid that Open Table still let’s people make reservations for a restaurant that is closed.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Restaurant accepting reservations even though it’s not open
  33. NJMc

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    There were not a lot of customers when we arrived, thus not busy. It was freezing outside and equally as cold inside. The food options are limited and not very flavorful. Service seemed as if we were bothering them with being there.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love now that vaccination cards are required! The food is great, and the service is fast. We love this place!
  35. dcfoodie

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    I was excited to visit a daikaya sister restaurant and wasn't really impressed with the food. Maybe because the lunch menu didn't include any of their specials but the hawaiian dishes were bland and ramen was okay.
  36. Court

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dinner experience and date night. One of the best ramens we had ever had. Loved the dole whip dessert, and poke appetizer too. Fun ambiance but not too loud. Great service, and this will become a new regular spot.
  37. Gustavo

    Washington DC

    71 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    Will not be going back. The place was cold. My hands would not warm up after 10 mins at my place plus the music was loud I couldn't hear the waitress. The food was average. Nothing to rave about.
  38. Shavonne

    Cleveland

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tasty and unique food and drinks! The menu changes often. Great service!
  39. Calpike

    Washington DC

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favorite Ramen shop in DC. Broths are deeply rich, eggs are perfect and staff is attentive.
  40. AyiaL

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2021

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Went here for a date night on a Saturday, the vibes inside were great! The food transported me back to Hawaii, the poke was fantastic. We left happy and full!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Hatoba offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 488-4800.

Hatoba is rated 4.6 stars by 103 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Hatoba

300 Tingey St SE Ste 170, Washington, District of Columbia 20003-4629

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    3rd St SE

  • Neighborhood

    Navy Yard

  • Hours of operation

    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Hawaiian, Filipino, Polynesian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    There is street parking in the neighborhood as well as parking lots within 2 blocks.

  • Public transit

    Navy Yard Metro

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Katsuya Fukushima

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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