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Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza, Washington, DC

Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza

4.6
4.6
191 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi
550 School St SW, Washington, DC 20024-2864

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Hot spot
Step into Sushi By Bou DC, our one-of-a-kind Disco Sushi Omakase Experience. Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice," promises an exhilarating journey through delectable flavors and disco beats. Choose from our classic 12-course offering at $65, or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $125 for 17 pieces, seated hourly. Located on the roof of the CitizenM Hotel near L'Enfant Plaza, You can take in the views while you feel the beat of 80s disco set in a pop-culture visual wonderland. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    David Bouhadana
  • Catering
    For catered events, please email catering@sushibybou.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dining at Sushi by Bou Enjoy a personalized omakase experience in an exclusive, private setting. For inquiries, contact: bobbiejean@simplevenue.com.
  • Private party contact
    Bobbie Jean Cibene: (954) 856-1497
  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Cross street
    E Street SW
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    L'Enfant Plaza
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

Experiences

  • 60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a culinary journey like no other with our chef curated, 12-course Edomae style omakase experience. Each dish is not only a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and presentation but also an invitation to engage directly with the creation process. Guests are encouraged to participate in some preparations, each designed to mesmerize and induce awe and wonder with every bite. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65 Photo
  • 60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $100

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your dining experience with our exclusive “Bougie” 17-course Omakase. Begin by and joining in a "Kanpai!" toast with our chefs. This ceremonial tradition sets the stage for a captivating culinary adventure, enhanced by a chef-created hand roll designed as crescendo to your omakase adventure. This upgraded experience offers a more extensive exploration of seasonal, imported fish from Japan and around the world, curated to provide a richer, more intricate tasting exploration, making this an exceptional culinary elevation from our 12-course offering. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $100 Photo

Private dining

What 191 people are saying

Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sushi By Bou at CitizenM Hotel offers an "amazing omakase experience" with "fantastic" sushi crafted by Chef Sean and Chef Alexis. The "gorgeous ambience" includes rooftop views of the Capitol. Patrons appreciate the "friendly and knowledgeable staff" and recommend it for both sushi enthusiasts and newcomers. Some mention a "fun atmosphere" and "excellent drinks." However, some guests found the experience rushed and not as authentic.

191 Reviews
  1. Caitie

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Great food, great price and beautiful rooftop. We went for our anniversary and loved it. Will be back!

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  2. LADARIUS VIP

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great 17 course omakase experience. The quality of the food was amazing, I’d return

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  3. Alicia

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the best sushi meal I have ever eaten! Friendly staff too!

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  4. Brittany

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience! Food and drinks were amazing! Kudos to the entire crew! We had a great time and will be returning with friends next time!!! ❤️

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  5. Diana VIP

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was the surprise dinner of the year. The sushi, drinks, and service were amazing! We’ve been to all the top rated sushi restaurants in the area and this was our favorite and so much more reasonable. The cocktails were amazing too! The view of the Capitol and National Monument from the roof is too notch. The decor felt a little early 2000s but I’ll take it with everything else being amazing!
    Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant PlazaResponded on April 20, 2025
    Hello Diana, Thank you for choosing Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza for your surprise dinner. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sushi, drinks, and service. It's always a pleasure to provide a memorable experience for our guests. We're also glad you appreciated the view of the Capitol and National Monument from our rooftop. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Sarah VIP

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our Omakasi experience last night when we arrived late straight from Seattle. Service is outstanding and loved our 12 course sushi dinner made for us in the moment. Chef Sean has invented creative and delicious sushi bites to enjoy and was delightful and attentive. The ambience is gorgeous with rooftop views of the Capitol building. 10/10 way to start our DC adventure.
    Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant PlazaResponded on April 13, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Sarah! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza. It's fantastic to know that you loved our 12-course sushi dinner made to order and that you found our chef delightful and attentive. We're also glad you appreciated the rooftop views and the ambiance of our restaurant. We strive to provide a unique and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests, and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure in DC! Best, The Management Team

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  7. Joshua VIP

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an amazing experience, highly recommend for those who enjoy sushi and aren’t picky eaters. Chef Sean was an amazing chef who took us on an incredible journey you can tell he loves his craft. It was so good I’m definitely going back!
    Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant PlazaResponded on April 8, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Joshua! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza. It's great to know that our chef's skills and passion for his craft were appreciated. We're glad you enjoyed your journey and we're looking forward to your next visit!

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  8. Daniel W VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sushi By Bou at the Citizen M is consistently the best sushi in DC. Great fun atmosphere, excellent drinks, and of course delicious sushi. Sean is a fantastic sushi chef! I love it and will be back soon.
    Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant PlazaResponded on April 8, 2025
    Hi, thank you so much for your 5-star review! It was a pleasure having you at Sushi By Bou, we look forward to your next visit!


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  9. Sabira

    Mexico City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Felt like a factory getting people in and out. All fish was precut and nothing outstanding. Views are nice but if you’re a true sushi lover I wouldn’t waste your time.
    Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant PlazaResponded on April 8, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Sabira. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide exceptional service and apologize you felt we fell short during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and we'll definitely take your comments into account for future improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

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  10. Cih Lian

    Portland1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Extremely disappointing experience – poor hygiene, unprofessional service, and discriminatory behavior The sashimi was not fresh at all. I watched in disbelief as raw fish was left out at room temperature for nearly an hour before being served. This would never happen in a real Japanese restaurant. The sushi chef didn’t clean his hands between dishes, nor did he wipe down the counter. It was unhygienic and honestly quite disgusting. The chef doing the omakase wasn’t Japanese, nor trained in Japan — which may explain the poor hygiene and lack of professional service. Throughout the dinner, he kept chatting loudly with a white woman seated next to us. He ignored us completely — but frankly, we didn’t want his attention either. In traditional Japanese omakase, chefs remain focused and silent. Talking while preparing sushi, especially without a mask, is highly unsanitary. Watching saliva potentially land on sushi was disturbing and ruined our appetite. We had an 8:00 PM reservation but weren’t seated until 8:15. A white female server came by and impatiently asked if we wanted drinks before we had time to look at the menu. When we hesitated, she quickly said, “Or do you just want water?” We said fine — then were served unfiltered tap water with a strong raw taste. For a restaurant in a four-star hotel, not offering filtered water is unacceptable. Although we were seated late, the dinner was abruptly ended by 9:00 PM sharp. The course felt rushed, cold, and joyless. It was advertised as a 60-minute experience, but no one made up for the lost time or offered any explanation. At the end, we were automatically charged a minimum 18% tip despite the poor service. This was one of the worst dining experiences we’ve ever had. I strongly advise others — especially Asian guests — to think twice before dining here. Disappointing and disrespectful.

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Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza is rated 4.6 stars by 191 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza

550 School St SW, Washington, DC 20024-2864

Additional information

  • Cross street
    E Street SW
  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    L'Enfant Plaza
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Bouhadana
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For catered events, please email catering@sushibybou.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dining at Sushi by Bou Enjoy a personalized omakase experience in an exclusive, private setting. For inquiries, contact: bobbiejean@simplevenue.com.
  • Private party contact
    Bobbie Jean Cibene: (954) 856-1497
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