“An absolutely delightful dinner experience. Easy parking off to the side of the restaurant in a parking garage, free of charge. Roomy and atmospheric restaurant dining sitting. You can also have drinks at the outdoor patio bar before dinner. Our server was very polite, attentive and timely with drinks, food orders and check. The food was top grade for everything ordered, cooked exactly to order and great blend of tastes and spices. Truly a 5 star experience.Parking: Parking garage next to the restaurant is free for customers of the restaurant upon providing the vehicle plate number. Free after 4 pm in general.“
“Our server was amazingly attentive and friendly. The food was delicious - we ordered a variety of items and everyone was very pleased with their order.Vegetarian options: There is a good amount of vegetarian options, definitely recommend for a vegetarian.“
“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!“
“Elegant restaurant in the heart of Reston Town Center. The restaurant is very nicely decorated and has an aquatic theme. I had the sushi tower and blackened mahi mahi. The sushi rolls and sashimi was very good and fresh. The mahi mahi however was a little on the salty side. Service was attentive and friendly. I enjoyed my experience at PassionFish and look forward to coming back!“
“Wow. Generous portions, affordable, bento box was still piping hot, and all very tasty. Bento house knocked it out of the park, definitely ordering again. These guys know what’s up.I had already started munchin before I took the photo, there’s even more than what you see here!“
“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!“
“Hot pot was supper good with good portions per each person. Workers were super nice and are always walking around if you need anything. The prime rib was so tender and melts in your mouth. Not to mention the sauce that they give you the instructions to make is amazing and you can choose how much of an ingredient to add in.“
“The best sushi in the dmv by far for the price. The people that run this place are so amazing and kind. The sushi is made out of amazing cuts of fish that are fresh and they are generous with their portions.I’ve eaten at multiple Michelin star sushi restaurants and this sushi rivals that, they really know their sushi. They’ve always been super friendly and accommodating. Treat yourself and support a family owned small business!!“
“It's wonderful to reminisce about our lovely lunch with friends at this restaurant. Although the food was delightful, it could be even better. The menu was extensive, offering various options, and all dishes were freshly prepared. The service was excellent, and the ambiance was delightful.We look forward to returning and enjoying another memorable meal.“
“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!“
“Everything was amazing and our server Sam was very attentive. We can't wait to come back with friends.We had the ceviche, seared scallop roll, filet, brisket, Nanban, flaming tuna roll, garlic butter scallops, passionfruit, and matcha crepe cake.The ceviche was a very good portion plus fun to watch when it was delivered.“
“Beautiful interior!Price is on the expensive side, but I definitely think the food is worth the money.Their speciality menu is the Yakitori Platter, which is think is pretty good but I didn’t really like the roasted peppers, i honestly would rather just order everything else on the combo and add on something else other than the pepper. ?️Their spicy miso ramen had so much chili Oil that all I could taste was the chili oil and no miso. I’ll give it another try but my reviews stay at 4 due to this.“
“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.“
“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.“
“Cool spot for sushi, as well as great Asian fare. We had a variety of dishes that were A+. The salad dressing is hands down the best I have tasted, hands down! I asked to purchase some to go but it was the end of the day land they just gave me a decent amount.I highly recommend this “
“Ah-mazing! I built my own large bowl and got all 3 tunas- so yummy, limu is my favorite! I got soba noodles as the base and it was delicious! My husband got the hot tuna bowl with forbidden rice- he loved it. We will be back to try other bowls and create new yummy ones. This is definitely one of the better poke places I've been to in a while!“
“From the minute our party of two entered, the staff greeted us warmly and were very polite. To start, the chicken karaage was perfectly seasoned, crisp, and temperature hot - no sauce needed. For my meal, I ordered the nigiri only Omakase (Chef Inspired Platter) which came with a miso soup and salad. The taste brought me back to Japan. Our meal also came with dessert in which we chose the green tea ice cream which did not disappoint! Everyone working was attentive, informative, and wonderful. Will be back and would definitely recommend!“
“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.“
“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.“
“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 family and I have been coming here for years and the service and food have always been phenomenal! The servers even took it upon themselves to remember our faces and orders. The fish is always fresh and the staff always make us feel at home.“
“This place is always packed, and there's a reason: It is amazing. Our go to is the bubba, yummy Yama and pan fried gyoza. It's right up there with the best sushi we've ever had. And they also have subtle touches, like they put the gyoza in styrofoam containers, and then they poke holes in the styrofoam to make sure the gyoza stays crispy and doesn't soften with its own steam. Also, they will hold open the doors for you if your hands are full with a carry out order. Such nice touches!“
“Nice vibe and kid friendly. The lunch bento and dinner boxes are amazing. Sushi is great. The manager even brought us a sample to try.Kid-friendliness: They don't have a kids menu bot the lunch and dinner boxes are so big they can be easily shared.“
“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.“
“Some of friends recommend me this place. I am so excited to try and it isn’t regret.The decorations are so lovely with traditional Japanese Sakura and clean … i am so surprising that they have beep spicy noodles soup that i haven’t get for long time .i am so happy that i try it and it makes me don’t disappointed … also they service here very good … one of they lady who is very professional serve us …she gave us the Mochi ice cream for my dessert . it tastes super delicious. Everything was perfect and highly recommended for this place“
“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“
“Treated my cousin to Sweet Ginger for his birthday and we were both amazed by the quality and quantity of food we received for the price paid. We made it easy for our patient and attentive waiter by ordering two Thai iced tea and the Bento Box A with beef teriyaki. Everything was cooked and prepared to perfection. Starting with the Thai iced tea; which was almost like a dessert. So smooth and sweet! It complimented the meal. The miso soup was comforting and had a balanced ratio of broth, tofu, greens, and green onion. The salad was fresh, crisp, and dressed with a rich and tasty peanut dressing. Of course, the highlight of our meal was the incredible bento boxes. The tempura shrimp and vegetables were my favorite. They were breaded to ideal crispiness and paired well with the soy dipping sauce. The vegetables were one big broccoli floret and large sliced carrot and zucchini medallions. The teriyaki steak was scrumptious, served on a bed of cabbage slaw with a generous amount of sauce. There was enough for me to dip other box components into, like the California rolls, tofu, and the Japanese dumpling. We dusted off everything. Not even the leftover salad dressing remained because we drank it all up! The whole experience was so much fun and we had a blast. Can't wait to go back. We left feeling satisfied and can add this to our list of happy memories!“
“I went to YamaChen Sushi for the first time and it was everything I was craving for and more. The 2 for 1 sushi roll combo were a reasonable price and even more delicious. The staff was wonderful. So wonderful that I would return to this place solely based off the kindness and welcoming nature of the staff. The sushi was fresh and flavorful. I can’t wait to return!“
“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 “
“Our go to sushi in Fairfax! Their menu is extensive and everything is always fresh! I love their entree boxes, complete with sushi, edamame, and salad. The perfect box of everything! I tend to order out, but service is always so nice. They have thrown in a free dessert or appetizer with almost every single order. Highly recommend!“
“Best Sashimi and Chirashi don that you can find in the area. I ordered it almost once a week. I also shared it on my social media and recommend Kizuna to anyone who loves sashimi. The food is awesome! Chirashi is far beyond my expectation. Thanks for making such incredible chirashi don!!!!! Ramen is also tasty!“
“I really like the food here, especially the bulgogi and chicken teriyaki boxes. The complimentary sides you get with the box are quite refreshing, especially the kimchi, which I ended up finishing in one bite. The meats here are quite succulent, and I love how the juices drip onto the rice to create this popping, umami flavor. Green tea here was a nice refresher to satisfy my hunger.“
“We were treated exceptionally well as soon as we entered the building. The kindness of our waitress went far beyond a casual dining service. The effort she put into making our experience feel comfortable and welcoming was well deserving of my time and pleasure. Thank you so much for the kindness you showed us tonight.?“
“The good was really good. The portions were enough. The place was very clean. I was always told that if they don't eat there, then it's not good. This place was good and very inviting. Sitting by the door wasn't ideal because it was cold!“
“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.“
“Best poke ever! I have had poke coast to coast, and even in Hawaii but this place is hands down the best. Their poke salmon is build my way but everything I’ve had so far has been excellent. Their wild Buddha bowl is a great option for vegans/vegetarians, or if you can’t have raw seafood.Food is always fresh and ready promptly when I order for pickup. Clean atmosphere, although the order kiosks might not be for everyone. Price is competitive with other poke places while the quality and flavors are a cut above.“
“Had the chicken pad Thai and ordered it "Thai hot" and was not disappointed. It could have been spicier, but it was still very good. Highly recommend and glad my coworker found it because I would have looked right over the place because I don't eat seafood so wouldn't have looked at a restaurant named "The Seafood Lover"!“
“Had dinner here with a friend recently and the sushi was incredible! Beautiful display, great flavor, and super friendly staff. The background music kept cutting in and out, but I don’t think that’s their fault. Can’t wait to come back again!“
“The woman forgot to closely track my order. The order was made and she forgot that it was my order. I waited at least an extra 15 minutes. Only til I looked at a package that it was my order. Of course, now I get home and I am missing my yellow tail sashimi. Poor service and quality control of take out orders.“
“Such a great fusion spot that's open late! All of the dishes we got tasted delicious especially the Jiajangmyun! Great service and nice, clean restaurant. Would definitely recommend if you're in the mood for everything, a little Japanese, Korean, and etc.“
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“I was looking for a location that carried more vegetables than red meats. This place was perfect and the staff was very helpful and patient. I did have the shrimp and vegetable tempura along with the avocado salad. They were plenty. Everything actually looked delectable.Vegetarian options: There were quite a few vegetarian options, including the delicious avocado salad that I had. Ginger dressing made it really delicious.“
“After months of experimenting looking for our new sushi spot since moving to Fairfax, excited to say we have found it. The sushi was fresh and flavorful, the menu choices diverse and the staff attentive. Bonus: the decor adds an amazing dash of zen to the whole experience.“
“Tried the Leesburg location first and glad this opened up in Ashburn. Since it's a fairly new location, it was very nice and clean. The waitresses were very nice and friendly. Our sushi rolls were very delicious and filling. They also offer great Lunch Specials so check them out. Definitely a good spot for comfort food in the area.“
“I go to this place pretty often, and always have great sushi! I like to get the selection of sashimi, but everything I've had is good, and always quickly prepared for pickup. Definitely recommend this small place, for pickup or dine-in“
“I have a love/hate relationship with this place. When it comes to events, everything is at the lobby once you walk in and it's filled with neon lights, a dimly lit bar full of many offerings of alcohol you can get, a few small sections for VIP for your friends, and usually a DJ playing their music. There's open karaoke as well but I don't know if people sing often in the lobby. So I have been here many times for my friends and even booked a room as well. Rooms are spacious and they do have pretty nice audio. But there is one thing that truly irks me every time I come here. So they have a touch screen where you can add your karaoke songs through YouTube or through their system but getting the videos to load is a pain. It's annoying to deal with because it skips to the next song in queue so if you are with a group of 5+ more people, it can be very stressful. The worst part is we asked the staff about it and they aren't really sure what to do about the connection. I mean they should really fix that because I'm sure it gets people upset. No one wants their song to be skipped. Aside from that, you can also hear the loudness from other rooms, I don't expect that to be an issue but it's noticeable on busy nights. If you do plan to go here, there's one thing I highly advise before going. Check their socials if they are hosting any event and call ahead to know about the room rates. The website shows their original flat rates for the room but in events, they raise the prices up. If you go in person, check the menu before deciding to put your money down. This place also adds gratuity to the bill so be prepared to drop down a lot. While I frequently come back here just to hang out with friends, karaoke is one of my favorite hobbies. Its never a good time when your song doesn't get played or you get charged way more than you should.“
“Been years since we visited Sakura Grill in Ashburn due to Covid. We picked a bitterly cold night to visit thinking less people but when we arrived early evening jammed packed with customers and every table was packed. My wife's Birthday. We ordered lobster and chicken; chicken and shrimp; and lobster and steak. Appetizers now pretty much fixed except type of rice and no chicken livers (my favorite). Has 2 Kirins. Chefs as usual put on a show and we all ate until we could not anymore. No longer offer bamboo shoots ate the end. Good service and sis a birthday sing-a-long for my wife. So packed hopefully everyone had vaccines. May hold off for another visit.“
“I order here all the time because it’s delicious. The roll in the photo is the 2011 roll but I’d also recommend the fantasy roll to anyone interested because it comes with this sauce that is to die for. The service is great. They know me and my orders so it feels like home. The people are wonderful and always have been. There’s plenty of parking. And I used to dine in here too, cozy atmosphere.“
“Cozy and quiet spot for flavorful Japanese food and small plates (izakaya)They have a large menu and nice staff. Plus, there was some soft jazz playing on the speakers.I really loved their kitsune udon! Broth tasted rich, each topping tasted fresh, and the noodles were cooked perfectly chewy.“
“I have been a regular at this establishment for over a year now and this is my favorite restaurant for ramen by far!!! I’ve been to Japan and tried 5 different ramens(all good) however, none of them compared to Araki ramen! My order every time: Tonkatsu ramen with chicken and mango snow with mango jelly( bubble tea)! I bring all my friends and family here and I will continue to support this establishment for years to come!The whole staff is just as amazing as the food. Special s/o to Sun for being an amazing waiter and having the best attention to detail!!“
“This place is excellent! I had been meaning to come for over a year and yesterday it finally happened! My mate and I sat at the bar before the dinner rush started, so it was cool having the place to ourselves for a bit. The Whitefish, Yellowtail, and Burdock were delicious, the Sapporos were nice and cold, and the staff were all very professional and friendly!Definitely recommend“