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O-Ku - DC, Washington, DC

O-Ku - DC

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4.7
4.7
1766 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
1274 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 63 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
  • 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 1,766 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Japanese

Review summary

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O-Ku - DC is a sushi lover's delight, offering "fresh, flavorful" sushi and creative cocktails in a modern, inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "incredible" service and memorable dining experiences, making it a top choice for celebrations. The happy hour is a highlight, with "amazing" deals and diverse menu offerings.
1,766 Reviews
  1. Bryan

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Usually, when you put in an important date, the restaurant doesn't read it but they did! Thank you!

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  2. Michelle

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thought that all of the food was absolutely amazing. When the kids wanted to watch the chef make sushi, they told us some information. Chef Elbert was very nice and the food was amazing. Five stars every day.

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  3. Marylou

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible and the service unmatched. Zoe was really great and gave amazing recommendations.. We celebrated my hubby’s birthday and he was very pleased. Will def be back.

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  4. Lucy VIP

    Washington DC16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy Sunday, so service wasn’t as good as it usually was. Our waiter had a lot going on and didn’t check in on us as often as we’d like at that price point. We’ll always come back to O-Ku but wanted to share!

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  5. NegarM

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The layout is very unfortunate, as a whole row of tables face the bathrooms and you see the toilet each time the door opens and closes which is constant. Food was very good and service was ok.

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  6. Cora

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious and the customer service was exceptional!

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  7. Liz

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite spots in DC. Sushi is amazing and I love that there is a happy hour.

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  8. Ellie

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Seated right across from the bathrooms watching people going in and out all night is not the ambiance I expected. The food was fine, most arrived cold because they forgot to bring it for 20 min. The sushi rolls literally had 1 small piece of fish inside them. They thankfully took items off the bill but wished it were a better experience.
    O-Ku - DCResponded on March 25, 2025
    Hi Ellie, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. I’m truly sorry that your experience did not meet expectations. I remember speaking with you at your table, and I only wish you had mentioned the concern about your table placement at that time—I absolutely would have been happy to move you to a different spot to ensure a more enjoyable evening. Your comfort and overall dining experience are very important to us. Again, I sincerely appreciate your feedback and the opportunity to make things right. If you ever decide to dine with us again, please reach out to me directly—I would love to personally ensure you have the experience you deserve.

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  9. Edmund

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A go-to place for creative food and cocktails. Sharing lets you sample a wide menu. Don’t miss the fried cauliflower.

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  10. figgy VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the best restaurant experience I’ve had in awhile. Delicious food at affordable prices. They even gave me a gift for my birthday! I will be back.

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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 1766 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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1274 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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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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