Ginza-trained chef offers broad-ranging Japanese tasting menu in lovely, traditional surrounds. Based on 305 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.8 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
1209 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 548-1848
Website: http://nasimerestaurant.com/
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Hours
| Thursday | 6–10 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–10 PM |
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Reviews
Su Hnin Pwint
Overall I enjoyed celebrating my birthday at this restaurant. Some dishes like the asparagus and lamb chop was salty but super flavorful. The portion of the foods were generous. The sashimi portion was also generous and filling. The dessert was underwhelming and salty. Would def recommend the place to reduce less salt. Chef is super nice and friendly! The service was alright since the waitress did not let me sit while I wait for my party and have my reservation on the name. I would not expect this service from an omakase. Overall I still recommend this place!
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Ben Grouby
This is the best restaurant on King St. In old town. This is a must visit establishment in Alexandria. Always delicious always unique. The quality of the cuisine is top notch. Get a reservation early! Smaller establishment with fewer tables and two seatings nightly. You need to plan ahead to get a table. It’ll be worth your time. You will not be disappointed.
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Patricia Moore
I love Japanese food and this is one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. Their tasting menu was so delightful. Every course had great flavors of fresh ingredients and the waitress always gave a full explanation of each dish. My husband did the sake pairing and really enjoyed the way each glass truly complimented each dish. I had a highball with the Japanese whiskey of the day which was light and refreshing the way they prepared it. The wagyu short rib with truffle sauce was one of the best bites I’ve ever eaten. I would come back just for that. So glad I put us on the wait-list for this Friday night reservation and a spot became available. I saw couples turned away for dinner because they were full. This place is really small and maybe seats 10 people so there are probably very few opportunities to just walk in and sit down. I would highly recommend making a reservation well in advance. Also do not come here to dine unless you have time to really sit and enjoy your meal. The courses come out slowly. We had a 6pm reservation and didn’t get up to leave til around 8:30pm. The meal is well worth the time and money.
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Emily Fisler
This was maybe the best food I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!! The drinks were also delicious. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was a little off, I think the other tables would be perfect but we were seated by a storage door and the drinks refrigerator. I understand it’s a small space though.
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Dakotah Manson
One of the best meals i’ve ever had in DC which is saying a lot because I love food. Everything was fresh, unique, and delicious. Highly recommend for a date night or celebration! Don’t sleep on Nasime! Note that this is a very small restaurant with 4 tables and a bar that fits 6 people – definitely make reservations in advance!
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sichen liu
Overall , there’s seating for 8-10 ppl at a time in the entire restaurant. I forgot to let them know about our egg intolerance via resy and they were able to still accommodate. I felt bad about that as several original dishes had egg in them, but glad they were able to deviate from the menu a little to accommodate us.
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Raisa Winkler Wells
Absolutely fantastic! 10 out of 10. A cozy, excellent dining experience with perfectly crafted dishes. We got the sake pairings and I highly recommend! Curated for each course, the sake complemented the meal
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Grace Brang
Fantastic meal! One of the most memorable dinners in the DMV. Hope to be back soon!
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Alexis Jurgens
Everything was fantastic! Could not recommend it more! The highball whiskey yuzu drink was amazing. The sake flight was wonderful as they chose a different sake to go with each course. My first time trying sashimi didn’t disappoint!
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Michael Yancey
Seriously the best Japanese food I’ve ever eaten. Very intimate environment and made my wife and I feel special for a great birthday dinner. Pretty pricey, but worth it for a special occasion.
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