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Sushi Taro

Sushi Taro is a first Japanese restaurant to feature a full course meal “KAISEKI” & Sushi Tasting course. We offer exceptionally high quality and an authentic variety of “Nigiri” style sushi. Our style is “Genuine Japanese Cuisine” and we do not serve fusion-confusion and Americanized Japanese foods. ***** We have ranked #36 in entire restaurant in U.S. on Forbs Magazine, 2012. ***** For more information about Sushi Taro and “KAISEKI”, please visit our website. Also follow us on Facebook and/or Twitter for daily A la Carte menu and news updates.

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220 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(220 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 220 reviews
5 stars
(109)
4 stars
(79)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
1.8 / 3
Moderate
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  • fit for foodies(160)
  • special occasion(108)
  • neighborhood gem(83)
  • great for lunch(41)
  • romantic(41)
  • hot spot(25)
Sushi Taro Reviews List
Review 1 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Usually our service is solid, but this time it wasn't the best. The food was wonderful as usual and I will continue to be a repeat customer."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always great!!!

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My second time eating dinner at Sushi Taro and I have to say the menu selections are awesome and the service each time has just been excellent. Definitely going again when visiting DC"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is the best sushi in town. We have been several times and never experienced an "off" night with either the food or service. I like plain ole sushi and my husband likes to try all the other dishes, everything is fantastic. Highly recommend!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Unompressed

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were recommended this restaurant and the only thing we thought was nice was the entrance and the view. We were told they had a full bar but then couldn't make a martini. The miso soup was just ok and the sushi selection was very much limited compared to some sushi restaurants in Dallas. I was disappointed not to have some of the standards, such as Philadelphia or Cajun rolls. The waiter didn't talk much and we felt talked down to when we asked to order rolls instead of off the menu."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 5 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Yummy

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food is excellent. Loved the Arctic Char nigiri! Some of the best unagi I've ever had and eaten sushi in may parts of the non-Asian world. The spicy tuna roll is spicy but great. The ambiance is pleasant, the wait staff is solid but not as knowledgeable as I had hoped, and just a tad inattentive. That being said, the staff is very nice, which was much appreciated. Looking forward to going back soon."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous splurge

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We did the 10 course tasting menus for my husband's birthday, and the experience was wonderful. Each course was both a work of art and a taste treat. The authenticity of the Japanese cuisine was attested to by the number of native Japanese diners we saw. We will definitely go back--it was the best sushi we've ever had and the black tempura was the only softshell crab dish that my husband has ever liked. As a said--fabulous."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 7 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Anniversary dinner

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We decided to start with the conch which had grit in it aside from that tasty. For main course we shared the chef's choice sushi box- 12 pieces plus a tuna roll for fifty five bucks. It was good sushi grade but I'm not sure I would say worth that price. It was god and better than any of the other sushi I've had in the city but we still left a little hungry."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 8 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great experience

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The servers were incredibly helpful and intelligent on the menu and how to eat every dish. The food was really outstanding... Their hot tofu was superb! I'm from Hawaii so I've had better quality of sushi/sashimi but overall, I had a great time!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 9 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Reservation and cancellation

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Reservation and cancellation policies are not friendly."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 10 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was difficult to find the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It was difficult to find the address and parking. But the sushi food was good and the ambiance, quiet environment and windows upstairs overlooking the trees and street was pleasant. My companion was disappointed however that they did not serve teriyaki food."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2012
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Review 11 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LOVE this restaurant. We always

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"LOVE this restaurant. We always go. It's so delicious. Great fish and great service!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 12 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Superb sushi. Meticulously

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Superb sushi. Meticulously presented dishes. Authentic and 5 star quality."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Better than I remember it.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Better than I remember it. Will be going back soon."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Almost outstanding Japanese restaur

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"An excellent Japanese restaurant in the Dupont Circle area. The menu is a bit confusing, and the servers aren't much help, but the food is outstanding. The sushi and sashimi are fresh and delicious. The sake flight is a good idea for sampling different sake."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome gourmet sushi

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love sushi and try great places around the country. This place is truly special because the menu is gourmet. Other than classic nigiri the rest of the menu is unique to this restaurant. It's fantastic and worth the premium price. The value is there and the experience is one you won't forget."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The sushi was absolutely delicious.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The sushi was absolutely delicious. Very fresh and tasty. Loved the rainbow roll!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

food was outstanding and very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"food was outstanding and very different from the usual Japanese fare. beautiful presentation and delivery. will go there again. we had the special 10 course sushi dinner and there was way too much food!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 18 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best sushi ever!! Everything

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Best sushi ever!! Everything just melted in my mouth!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another great evening

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Back again for another great dinner. This is the ONLY place for Japanese food in Washington, D.C. This is where you find real Japanese ingredients flown in from Japan, seasonal dishes, and the best hojicha pudding. The serving staff also knows the food and are very professional."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Sushi Taro. Go for their

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love Sushi Taro. Go for their lunch, it's such a good deal. Stick with the bento box. Friend got the rolls. I would say they were just ok. I have been here before..but this time the service was lacking & inattentive. They were very busy, so, I understand. And when asked..she was very responsive. But the hard part was tracking her down. Otherwise, amazing as ever."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

let me first disclaim that

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"let me first disclaim that i've not been to makoto. but with that said, sushi taro is the best japanese restaurant i've had in DC. tried both the sushi course and the kaiseki course, and every item was perfectly prepared and on point. great examples of traditional preparations. also want to mention that our server, Orgi, is one of the most attentive service staff i've encountered... enough that i needed to ask for her name and will be requesting for her from now."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2010
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Review 22 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent place to have Japanese

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent place to have Japanese foods. Love it !"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This place was recommended

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This place was recommended by a friend as the "Best sushi restaurant in DC," and he was absolutely spot on with that assessment. Appetizers to the sushi to the dessert, everything was fantastic."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 24 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding Sushi

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Outstanding! Best Sushi ever!! Saturday in March required reservations. Enjoyed food and service so much. Really wished we could go again but had to leave DC next morning. Will definitely come back next time we are in town."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tradition and innovation

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A great mix of traditional and innovative dishes prepared precisely."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the best meals we have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of the best meals we have ever had!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I have been to Sushi Taro

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have been to Sushi Taro several times and usually is excellent but today it was just fair. The service was awful and the service was even
rude! For the price I do not think it was worth it.
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Dined on 03/28/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The appetizers were good,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The appetizers were good, especially the seaweed salad and sweet potato tempura. The sushi was very fresh and portions were generous. And the ice cream desserts were a perfect ending to our meal."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not impressed.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food here is amazing, but it is VERY expensive for a teeny tiny amount of food. I'm used to paying a lot for good food in DC but this left me feeling a little taken advantage of.
The service was so awful. We waited for 20 minutes at our table with ZERO attention until I finally got up and found someone. This should not be that kind of place. Our waitress was crazy annoyed at us all night, like she was bothered that she had to wait on us. She did, however, accommodate a special request, so 2 stars."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was good, but the prices

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was good, but the prices are quite high. Nice atmosphere. Friendly wait staff."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

If you want sushi, go somewhere

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you want sushi, go somewhere else. Granted the fish is all good, but they are really trying to make Sushi Taro an upscale experience with a standard quality. menu names are confusing (Only way I knew there was a sushi platter was because the cartoon drawn next to it). I've had sushi all over the DMV and used to frequent Taro before the remodel. If you're going to charge above average prices, deliver on the experience. Its like dressing up a burrito in a 26 dollar price tag, it's still a burrito. There was no creative reimagining or something you couldn't get elsewhere for a better price. Additionally no Sapporo, which is just a crime because Kirin is Coors with better graphics. I'd go for Momiji, equal quality better pric"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fancy, romantic, great sushi,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Fancy, romantic, great sushi, affordable"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bday dinner experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My experience at Sushi Taro was wonderful! My party and I did the 10 course tasting menu with the sake pairing. Each dish was perfectly prepared and serve with wonderful sake. Our service was beautiful. We always had what we wanted at the table and if we ordered something else it came right away and was quietly served. Our server was knowledgable about all the dishes and sake we were ate. We were seated right next to the window which made for a beautiful sun set and people watching. I would recommend this to all who love new food experience and are not afraid to spend money. Every penny spent was worth it.
Thank you for making our dining experience from reserving the table to ordering, preparing & serving the food memorable."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! G

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!
Great service, and even better food. Probably one of the best meals I've ever had.
They were very accommodating in food choices and explaining the menu.
Highly recommended and will definitely repeat.
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Dined on 03/05/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, ambiance

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"The food at Sushi Taro is always lovely. Our waitress was a little slow this time, but generally we have excellent service and always have a good time. I'll continue to go back again and again."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 36 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service is excellent and can

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service is excellent and can be brisk at lunchtime if desired. Usually difficult to understand the server due to heavy accent. Shrimp in Sashimi tend to be watery and not firm (on two occasions) presentation is lovely and food is generally excellent. One of my favorite lunchtime locations."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 37 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sushi was at best okay. Service okay, not very attentive to needs.
Fish was fresh but not best sushi grade, fatty! Sashimi was good, rolls and sushi were fair.
Seaweed salad and hot dishes were good.
Expensive!!
Would not go back.
"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2007
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Review 38 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good neighborhood find.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Good sushi, great service. Will recommend for any occasion. Good for groups less than 10. Good neighborhood find."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 39 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Authentic Japanese gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I travel to Tokyo on business and entertain Japanese clients in Washington, D.C. Sushi Taro is a high-quality Japanese dining experience Iike the special occasion restaurants found in the Ginza on Tokyo. This is not a knock-off Japanese restaurant run by non-Japanese people. Expect high quality ingredients, attention to details, efficient, and unobtrusive service, and to leave feeling completely satisfied and that the money you spend has been well spent. This is a place to impress people who know and love Japanese food. We are lucky on DC to have such a restaurant committed to consistent high quality, beautiful, seasonal food prepared and served with respect for you and your pleasure. I am never disappointed here."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Japanese in town!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love Sushi Taro! I can't waite to go back and try the Omakase Counter!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beautiful, fresh, fantastic

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Beautiful, fresh, fantastic food."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 42 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Incredible for a Special Occasion

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I had the tasting menus. 10 courses of incredible food. Be warned, it is not for amateur sushi lovers or those looking to dine on a budget."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 43 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always, the food was incredible

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As always, the food was incredible and so was the service. I'm glad I have such a great restaurant so close to my office!"
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 44 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food from the tasting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent food from the tasting menus and excellent service. While it was expensive, we spent three wonderful hours at Sushi Taro."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I have dined at expensive

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have dined at expensive sushi restaurants and felt they were worth it. Sushi Taro is not."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2004
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Review 46 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

perfect fresh sushi every

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"perfect fresh sushi every time. This place is a gem. Best sushi in DC"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Expected better

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I think the place could use some better signage, I walked by it twice without seeing it. The decor is nice, comforting, well-lit.
They had 4 different menus, 3 for food and one for drink. They don't have Sapporro, which I thought was odd. The Saki was good.
I had to ask the waitress a few times what the menus meant, as it doesnt list portion sizes. I typically order a sashimi combo, but there is a $50 minumum for that. I ordered a sashimi fatty tuna and a couple sushi rolls. The sashmi was great, although $30 for 6 pieces is too $. The sushi rolls, I thought, were aweful. Felt too squishy, not enough fish, I've had much better at less $. My waitress never checked up on me. My drink ran out half way through. I will not return here for sush
"
Dined on 02/18/2013
 2010
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Review 48 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best Japanese in DC!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I'm a regular face here and love their food and service plus the great ambiance is quite welcoming."
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and superior service.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food and superior service. Will return!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for Sushi Taro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Grilled Black Cod wins

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The grilled black cod marinated in Miso is one of the best, sweetest and most tender pieces of fish I have ever had. The sashimi was all solid, and the sushi delicious. The green tea ice cream was stronger than most green tea ice creams, but still good. The beverage pairing was a little weak, but this was also restaurant week.
Also, tremendous service."
Dined on 02/10/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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