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O-Ku - DC, Washington, DC

O-Ku - DC

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4.7 (1803)
$30 and under
Japanese
1274 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
O-Ku DC invites guests to explore rare and unique dining options -traditional sashimi and sushi, innovative Japanese specialties and wood-fired robata-style dishes from the Kitchen's Binchotan grills. The fish and other ingredients are sourced from the highest-quality purveyors around the world and is committed to using sustainably sourced ingredients when possible.

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Parking details
    Street and lot parking in union market. Pay attention to parking signs in the area for more information on street parking.
  • Public transit
    NOMA-Gallaudet metro on the red line is a couple blocks away
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,803 people are saying

O-Ku - DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku DC is a popular choice for sushi lovers, known for its fresh, high-quality offerings and stylish ambiance. Reviewers highlight the "incredible" service, with staff frequently going "above and beyond" for special occasions. The "phenomenal" Firecracker Roll and "amazing" sake are standouts. It's ideal for date nights or celebrations.
1,803 Reviews
  1. Lee

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chefs were super nice and artist of their trade. Staff was friendly and atmosphere was perfect.

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  2. Natalia

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience at O-Ku! We were there to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday, and the team went above and beyond to make it incredibly special. Before our visit, they reached out to me privately to ask about his hobbies and favorite foods—he’s a huge sushi fan—and they surprised him with a full sushi-making set as a gift! To top it off, they had a personalized birthday sign waiting for him at the table. It was such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture that truly made the evening unforgettable. The food was absolutely phenomenal -every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. This was my boyfriend's first time and he loved it. We’ll most definitely be back soon - the atmosphere is also super cool.

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  3. Debra VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful time going to O-Ku, especially for HH. It's a great spot to get together and catch up with friends.

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  4. Cheryl VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food is delicious! The sushi is exceptional and the vegetables are fresh.

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  5. andrew

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered sushi, chef recommendations, and ramen. Concept and presentation uninspiring. Taste leans towards a bit sweet. Even the wasabi was sweet. We didn't expect the food to be authentic because of ingredients and skill differences. The level of food quality is probably no better than similar items found in Japan's supermarket. E.g. the sushi rice was undercooked. Please work on it, and hope to see improvement in future.

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  6. Ashley VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved this restaurant. Firecracker roll was amazing! Rock shrimp was flavorful and crispy. Will definitely be back

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  7. Christina

    Virginia2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Brought my friend for her birthday and the ambiance was amazing. Service was fair… nothing exceptional but the food was beautifully plated and tasted wonderful. Portion sizes were small so I left hungry even though I ordered 4 things…

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  8. Lindsey VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great food and knowledgeable for my gluten allergy. They have a separate menu, and GF Soy Sauce. Great experience!

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  9. Arianne

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The traveling chef who was making all the sushi was so nice and the hostess/server was very hospitable (blonde girl)!

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  10. David

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always delicious here, service great. Seems to attract a younger hip crowd than we are but I love the ambience

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FAQs

O-Ku - DC does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. O-Ku - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 888-8790.

O-Ku - DC is rated 4.7 stars by 1803 OpenTable diners.

O-Ku - DC does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today
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1274 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street and lot parking in union market. Pay attention to parking signs in the area for more information on street parking.
  • Public transit
    NOMA-Gallaudet metro on the red line is a couple blocks away
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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