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.
A menu focused on Japanese robata-style dishes & sushi in an elevated setting with modernist decor. Based on 646 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
1274 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 888-8790
Social Profile: 
Hours
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
|
Closed
Holiday hours
|
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
Menu
… View more
Menu Photos
Photo Gallery
Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
Reviews
Vy H.
Came here recently for dinner twice in a week—once on a weekday during happy hour and another time on the weekend. Their happy hour ends at 7pm—with select small plates for $10-12, select sushi rolls for $9-11, and $4 off the first five cocktails listed on the menu. For appetizers, the Rock Shrimp and Dumpling Dim Sum were good. I enjoyed the Crab Crunch Sushi Roll—would recommend that! The Firecracker Roll was good too, has a nice tempura crunch but note, the salmon inside is raw. And the Unagi Eel ($7) was amazing—highly recommend that!
… more
Ahvina
Similar to the sushi restaurant I had in Hawaii, but they have more fish over there. I understand that seafood is expensive here so the price and the amount of fish are reasonable. The fish was good. I’m surprised they can keep it that fresh considering the length of delivery. That drink is definitely my favorite. The service was good and I like my seats because I could see how they made the sushi. Try all the salmon dishes and I wasn’t disappointed.
… more
Jill Lau
We had a wonderful experience at O-ku! Have wanted to come forever and so glad we did. Everything we got was on point, watching the chefs at work, and our service (Jerome) was excellent. Wagyu & duck from the grill (muah) and ALL the fish was perfect. We knew it wouldn’t be cheap but wasn’t too crazy. The drinks were excellent, but that donut dessert was fire. Reminded us of malasadas!! And they had a nice card for us for our anniversary. Enjoy!
… more
Amanda Blake
The atmosphere and service here are AMAZING! I’d kind of forgotten what it was like to have a great server who tells you the specials and everything. Also, the Sugar and Spicd cocktail is one of my favorites ever. It’s habanero-infused vodka and passion fruit, and it’s only $9 during happy hour. The salmon roll was very good too, although I would pass on the dumplings next time.
… more
M- T-
What an amazing experience!! The staff were so kind and made my friends birthday so special with a card and dessert! The sushi is super yummy and so are the drinks! Highly recommend
… more
Lizzy Amirana
What a beautiful, and fancy place!!!
… more
Sophie Boltz
O-ku is THE definition of hospitality. I can’t thank our server and the manager on duty enough for the elite level of service. Dined with my two best friends before the Beyoncé concert, and let me tell you – these rolls came to slay. The “Bey’s” Knees shooters were delightful. I swooned over the water service. It felt like we were royalty. Next time I’m in DC, I will definitely be back! Thank you!
… more
samantha s
Best sushi I have ever had. Tried the salmon usuzukuri, yellowtail serrano carpaccio, spicy crunchy tuna, snow king, as a nigiri I don’t remember, one of the mock tails, and the yuzu bar for dessert. Everything was amazing, so so so fresh, and the attention to detail in every dish was incredible. Portions are small, and prices are high, but honestly worth it. Happy hour deals are great as well. The service was so attentive and kind as well. Highly reccomend
… more
Devyn Ashley
Perfect for date night. Sushi was delicious and we got to sit right by where they prepared the food. I would definitely come back for hh.
… more
Thelma S
First, I’ll start off by saying that this is a 4.5 review but I rounded up because of the excellent service.
… more
… View more