44 Best Japanese Restaurants In Brookland / Brentwood

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1. Sushiko - Chevy Chase

4.9

Exceptional(1976)

$$$$

• Japanese • Chevy Chase

Booked 27 times today

As always, the food was delicious the Service wonderful. I always highly recommend Sushiko. Last night we tried their crispy beef gyoza which was a special. It was absolutely delicious and you should grab it while it’s there.

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2. Jônt

4.9

Exceptional(468)

$$$$

• Japanese • U Street Corridor

Booked 13 times today

Jont is an amazing restaurant. The food is the best in the city. The service is its equal. Eating there is a privilege. Creative food in a restaurant that wants you to have fun.

3. Chaplin

4.7

Exceptional(1712)

$$$$

• Japanese • Shaw

Booked 45 times today

Loud but the food and drinks were incredible. Service was wonderful. Be aware that the gratuity is already included. I’m particular about seating and all would be great. Would highly recommend!

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4. Benihana - Bethesda, MD

4.1

Excellent(2810)

$$$$

• Japanese • Bethesda

Booked 36 times today

Great place , food amazing server lady was very good , the manager sergio was very nice i requested allergies menus him came to me and explained to me , him asked for refill our drinks check our tables multiples time

5. Zeppelin

4.6

Exceptional(846)

$$$$

• Japanese • Shaw

Booked 28 times today

Server was amazing, food was exceptional as always

6. KATSUMI

4.7

Exceptional(184)

$$$$

• Japanese • Logan Circle

Booked 9 times today

This is one the BEST Japanese food places in DC. I have been to multiple places including the high end ones where they don’t let you even have a soda with your meal to the hole in the wall sushi spot. Their hamachi roll was SOOOO good that I ordered two. Even my friend who hates eating raw food was thoroughly impressed. Other items I really loved: the beef gyozas, the spicy tuna roll, and edamame. I wasn’t a huge fan of the miso cod because it was a little too sweet for me. Other than that, everything was amazing. I can’t wait to return.

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7. Takumi Japanese Bistro & Bar - Bethesda

4.8

Exceptional(39)

$$$$

• Japanese • Bethesda

Booked 4 times today

Very good food and service. Will always recommend

8. Shinwa Izakaya

4.5

Awesome(30)

$$$$

• Japanese • Tenleytown

Booked 2 times today

I stumbled upon this restaurant after shopping at Wegman’s and was intrigued because it brought back fond memories of a solo trip I took to Japan a couple of years ago. So, I knew I had a lunch meeting with an old friend and scheduled a reservation. While there in my haste and attentive to all the good news she was sharing, I failed to write a review during this visit. But another opportunity today came around today and made it my point to not miss the opportunity again. We were greeted again by “Helen” who was one of the nicest people you would want to meet. I would not expect less from the culture. We sat inside at a window facing outside. It was an old friend from childhood (6 years old) celebrating her birthday because she too was intrigued by the food since she had never eaten any. We started off as a starter with the Shinwa Chicken Wings; perfectly cooked, seasoned, and glazed to perfection. Then she ordered the Shinwa Stir Fry Udon Delight and I ordered the Sesame Chicken Lunch Bento. We were so full after eating because everything was absolutely delicious. I told her that she had to get a dessert because it was her birthday and that I could assist her in eating it. I happened to mention to Helen that it was her birthday, and she came out with a surprise of the following: Chocolate Souffle, Matcha Ice Cream, and Mochi with a lit candle on it. We both looked at each other and dug in; it was the right thing to do, don’t judge. For two people who said they were filled when Helen came to get the dessert plates, they were clean. So, if you are in the area, as I say make your way Shinwa Izakaya. The atmosphere is beautiful and so calming along with wonderful service.

9. Tokyo Pearl

4.0

Excellent(133)

$$$$

• Japanese • Dupont Circle

Booked 2 times today

We had a great dining session! Beautiful seating with the cherry blossoms swings ! Everything we ordered came out quickly and fresh! 10/10 recommend

10. Singing Tiger

3.8

Excellent(15)

$$$$

• Japanese • NoMa

Booked 1 time today

The food and cocktails were delicious, and service was prompt and friendly. We went early, so there was not karaoke happening, and the place was pretty quiet.

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1. Sushiko - Chevy Chase

2. Jônt

3. Chaplin

4. Benihana - Bethesda, MD

5. Zeppelin

6. KATSUMI

7. Takumi Japanese Bistro & Bar - Bethesda

8. Shinwa Izakaya

9. Tokyo Pearl

10. Singing Tiger

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