Japanese Restaurants near Dulles

“I don’t think people are lying when they leave these bad reviews. The food and service were subpar along with their service. The credit card processor was down but we had to chase them down to get them to take the cards and then we’re told the machine was down. I’d advise cooking the veggies together to add more flavor, and setup up service for more add on sales and be faster with bussing tables. I promise better reviews with follow if you step up your service.“

“I feel like this place is a hit or miss. I’ve been there three times now. The first time it was amazing, the last two times not so much. In my first visit, we had sushi and it was great! Tasted good and was freshness In my second visit, the chicken teriyaki wasn’t fully cooked and had fatty pieces. The sushi didn’t feel fresh and was lacking flavor too.“

“Absolutely great sushi and great service! Ordered the dragon roll, salmon lover roll, volcano roll, and 2 California rolls. Everything was perfect. We ordered take out after eating there several days prior (second pic with flying dragon roll). I’d say the price is very reasonable for such delicious and fresh sushi. Service was excellent. Will be our go to place for both dine in and take out!“

“It was good except that it was noisy because there were a lot of people.I ate it to go and it was delicious so I came and ate with my family.The YTS roll was especially delicious with fried green onions on top.Ikura is delicious and Agedashi Nohu is also delicious.In general, the food is saltyThis is one of the best sushi restaurants in America.There are two Ariake locations, but I like this one better than fairfax.This is a restaurant I want to visit again next time.“

“Love this little spot, it's around the corner from our office so we often go for lunch. I don't eat seafood, but my friends adore the sushi -- I used to live in Japan though, so even though I don't eat seafood, I love to go here for the delicious Tempura, Udon, Curry, and Katsu -- delicious and has a cozy environment with friendly staff! Oh and their house salad as the most delicious carrot ginger dressing!“

“Came here with some friends and ordered the cheese katsu! The food looked like the photos but for me the food wasn't very filling. A few friends ordered the rosu katsu and mine was like half the amount as theirs. They all took home leftovers where I ate it all and wasn't full full. The service was not bad but we had to wait a little for our check. There is plenty of parking :)“

“Was recommended to eat here, and I'm SO glad I did! Immediately greeted by everyone! SO friendly & welcoming! I went on a Monday at 5PM, there was one lady seated on the opposite side of the restaurant, it never got crowded or loud. Servers are attentive to your needs. Very kind & sweet servers, warm & friendly! The food-- amazing!!! I ordered 7 different sushi rolls, they were all prepared very well & truly delicious. QUALITY you can tell & taste! The "Akira Moonlight" is my favorite, I've never had sushi with scallop in it & it's a MUST TRY! This is one of the VERY few sushi restaurants around the Ashburn area that's high quality, authentic & worth what you pay for.“

“When I choose the JP or Korean restaurant, I would like to try side dishes. I order Yoko salad, Takoyaki, Mango Salmon roll, and Fish Katsu.What I can say is I will come back again and again. The Fish Katsu (Fried fish) is the best fried fish I have had in my life besides my Mum’s cooking lol, not oily, thin and crispy flour, fresh, and delicious. I have been thinking of Takoyaki from the restaurant in Thailand, however this one nailed it lol. The salad dressing is beyond. Mango Salmon roll is creative. The Korean tea is perfect fit after the meal. Kamsahamnida for making such a great restaurant. We live in DC. 1.5 hours traveling to have a meal here is worth it.The service was warm and welcoming from the moment we opened the door.“

“I recently took my mom to a restaurant for ramen, and we both liked it. The broth had a good balance of flavors and wasn't too salty. We ordered some other dishes to try, and they were all good. The restaurant's interior was surprisingly lovely, which we couldn't see from outside. Overall, we enjoyed our lunch.“

“This is Sushi Umi located in Herndon, VA. It's a great Japanese restaurant that has great food and sushi. The setting is super cute and the service was great. My waitress was really nice and attentive. She always made sure that I had everything I needed. The star of the show is the "Taste of Umi" which allows you to taste several dishes. My favorites were the eel and the fish roe!!! Just when I thought the meal was over, the chef gave me an extra piece on the house!!! It was a lovely tuna bite. Check it out if you have some time.“

“We gave Mari Sushi Bar and Lounge in Herndon a try for my husband’s birthday, and it is now my favorite sushi spot! Everything was incredible-fresh, flavorful, and filling. Hands down the best dynamite roll I’ve had, and even the fish I usually pass over were so good I kept going back to them. The sauces complemented the fish perfectly, I highly recommend giving them a try.“

“Fresh rolls, delicious drinks, an attentive waiter, and the restaurant's clean and modern interior decor make for a great dining experience. I will definitely return to try more!Parking: Plenty of free parking as it's located in a shopping plaza.“

“My dad and I are regulars here and for good reason. We’re both very picky when it comes to sushi and there is no other sushi restaurant in the DMV that compares to this gem. The level of freshness and attention to detail is really great. The head sushi chef, Sam, is truly an amazing talent and is an absolute pleasure to talk to. If you’re a snob when it come to fresh, quality sushi, then this is the place for you!“

“After dining at numerous sushi restaurants, I can confidently say that Murasaki remains my favorite. Their Salmon Lover platter is a true masterpiece, consistently my go-to choice. In my opinion, Murasaki's salmon achieves the perfect balance in texture, fattiness, and flavor. Additionally, their rice is infused with the perfect amount of vinegar . During my latest visit, I tried the Three Amigos roll, and I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious and impressive it was. It even made me consider expanding my usual order beyond the Salmon Lover. The staff at Murasaki were incredibly friendly, warm smiles. They checked in with us regularly and made sure our drinks were promptly refilled. Overall, Murasaki offers not only exceptional sushi but also outstanding service.“

“Chirashi bowl here is my favorite. It's assembly is so pretty and it's very filling. The variety and quality of fish is really good! Service is fast and accommodating even when busy. My dad's allergic to egg, so they make sure to avoid adding imitation crab in his dish. Ambiance is casual and comfortable for any occasion dining. Seatings a bit cozy because it's a bit smaller size restaurant, but it doesn't feel too claustrophobic.“

“Food was top notch, and the place was very clean. Only thing is that the portions they give are rather small for a party of multiple people- we had four people in our party, (occasionally, it’s not enough for everyone to just take one), but we just ordered more with the all-you-can-eat system. You can order 3 items from each category at a time. Prime ribeye, brisket, squid, fish balls, shrimp balls are really good. Other items are delicious too. We love our shabu2, tom yum, and sichuan mala soup. Dipping sauce are also very good, especially the hot spot one.“

“Didn't think I would have a go-to sushi spot in centreville once takohachi closed but this really takes the spot. The service here was very efficient and the servers were super kind and personable. Sushi was great and tasted very fresh. I love that they have the sushi bar so you can see them prepare your food. Overall, will definitely be coming back here in the future“

“What a wonderful dinner we just had at YamaChen's. it was a lovely experience from beginning to end. Relaxing atmosphere, amazing staff, and of course, the sushi was divine. Thank you so much, for a wonderful, interesting, and tasty meal!“

“Great local sushi place with many options. The tempura was fantastic and the specialty rolls were very tasty! Amazing service and sake selection, perfect for a date night. If sushi is not your thing, they also have ramen, yakisoba, and Korean dishes. Highly “

“Been here a handful of times. It's a decent go to for Japanese bento boxes and sushi at a decent price. Actually, the price is really good for the portion and food always seems to come out in a timely fashion. Quality is consistent and the taste is pretty good. Service is always friendly and the place always looks clean. They have so many sushi options to choose from and there's like 5 or so different bento boxes. There's a variety of items on the menu that caters to everyone's palette and dietary needs.“

“We don't get out to Ashburn much but happen to be in the area and drive by Passion Fin for an early Friday dinner. The place is pretty crowded a bit after 5pm and they must have approximately 10 to-go orders packed in front...great sign. We get a table for 2 and take a look at the menu. Standard Japanese fare/choices but they do have hibachi if you aren't into sushi so good to have options. The wife orders 2 rolls and I go with my standby - the chirashi. You get soup or salad (not both) and I go with the salad. I like the ginger dressing and they are not chintzy with the dressing which is a good thing. Our dinner comes out and the rolls are good. Nothing to jump up & down about but solid. The Chirashi is a bit disappointing- they give you a good amount of sashimi on top of rice but the rice isn't seasoned. Tastes like plain white rice. Also, there are no pickled veggies which is typically provided with Chirashi. Definitely had better, more authentic versions of Chirashi. I suppose Passion Fin is pretty good considering you are in the middle of the 'burbs in Virginia. Comparing it to other Japanese sushi joints it comes up a bit short. 3.5 stars is where I land.“

“Tempura is excellent . I had the steak deluxe bento and daughter got the chicken. We share the shrimp and vegetable tempura which was excellent but the dipping sauce was very small .I think my daughter’s chicken was better than my steak which was a tad chewy. I didn’t get hot mustard with my spring roll which made its bit bland. Wasabi portion was so small that I could not even taste it. The food was typical for this price point, but the 45 minutes drive puts it too far out for a repeat visit.“

“This place is very spacious and the decorations really pop. Very clean to. The service was very good and they are quick and friendly as well as accommodating. I can't really recommend much bc we ordered all over the menu and everything came out delicious. The portions are pretty big too for sushi, the fish to rice ratio is very good. On a bit more pricier side but the quality and portions make up for it.“

“We love our new sushi place. We enjoyed our valentine dinner at Samaria Sushi, our favorite place. It is best sushi place in town. Service was amazing and food was great and atmosphere was perfect. Everything was perfect!!! I totally recommend Samaria Sushi especially tuna hand roll. Tuna was fresh, freshly caught tuna.“

“Overall a good Hibachi experience. The cook interacted mostly with the kid in the other party at our table which was to be expected, but otherwise just sort of went through the motions. Food was great and plenty of it! I'd definitely visit again if I was in the mood for some Hibachi.“

“The service is super quick, and the food is well worth the prices. I love the fluffiness of their onigiri--it's a simple snack, but one that keeps me coming back! The food is flavorful and has a really fun presentation for dining in. Lovely plates and bowls and pretty cool chopsticks. 1.6 starsThe atmosphere for dine-in eating is nice too. It's in a Lotte supermarket as part of the "epiQ Food Hall". Somehow though, the space has a vibe entirely of its own, separate from the hustle and bustle of noisy shoppers. You can definitely have a comfortable meal dining in with your friends, or a nice one-on-one lunch with your partner. 1.6 stars.If I had to detract full points from a 5 star review, it would be on price. The prices are not bad for what you get, but they could stand to be a dollar or two cheaper on some of the larger meals. I think that would really round this place out as a 5 star spot for quick Japanese food that doesn't skimp on portions, but also brings a quality meal to the table.Overall, I'd say 4.8 stars.“

“it is a small Cafe that feels really cozy. the soufle pancakes take about 20 minutes, but it is worth the wait. they are light and fluffy and delicious. the beef curry onigiri is delicious, and well flavored. the mochi donuts are amazing. and the matcha latte is just delicious. this is definitely a place to try if you are interest in Japanese deserts.“