Nobu DC

Nobu DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New Orleans3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was wonderful!! We will be back! Thanks so much!
   

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   Arthur

   San Francisco11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my second visit to NOBU Washington, DC, and it was just as exceptional as the first. From the moment I arrived, the experience was seamless. I got there a bit earlier than my reservation time but the staff was incredibly accommodating and seated me right away. The food, as expected, was outstanding. Every dish was prepared to perfection with the freshest ingredients and exquisite flavors that make NOBU such a standout dining experience. What made the evening even more special was the service. My server was the same one I had on my last visit and she was just as wonderful this time around. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. The combination of impeccable service, delicious food, and the elegant yet welcoming atmosphere makes NOBU DC a place I will continue to return to. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience.
   

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   Paolo VIP

   Washington DC5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   A really nice dining experience, with exciting food choices and excellent quality. The main downside: exceedingly expensive for what you get. Small dishes, some high-average, but not exceptional. And service was slow (even on a calm week night).
   

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food didn’t taste as good this time compared to other times.
   

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   Domonique

   Baltimore8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great atmosphere and even better food. Awesome service. Everything was 10/10
   

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   Alex

   Washington DC1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Personnel was friendly and helpful. Ambience was nice but too dark at the tables. The only place with good lighting was a sushi bar. The quality of the fish and sushi rice was mediocre which is unacceptable for a restaurant with such premium pricing. Especially unacceptable was a shrimp sushi. Also, selection of sushi was missing such a staple as a "saba" - mackerel sushi. Selection of drinks was good. But would be nice to also have included selection of Japanese Soju.
   

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   Karis

   Washington DC8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful time at Nobu DC! We had a special date night dinner and Nobu was the perfect place. The service was incredible (better than any other Nobu location we've been to!) and the ambiance was very warm & comforting. The miso cod and crispy rice with spicy tuna are a must get, and all of the sushi rolls are perfection. We can't wait to come back soon! :)
   

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   Reginald VIP

   Washington DC5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nobu never disappoints. I was fortunate to be there during happy hour, which a lot of my favorites are on the happy hour menu.
   

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   Shalene

   Washington DC3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Our server was amazing. Food alright drinks amazing. Had a lychee martini.
   

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    Travis

    Baltimore2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5

    I had a mixed experience. On the positive side, the food was absolutely fantastic. Each dish was delicious, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere of the restaurant was also delightful, with a charming and cozy ambiance that made for a pleasant dining environment. However, I was disappointed with the customer service and overall experience. The waiting time was quite long considering I had a reservation for 8:45 and arrived at 8:30 but wasn't seated until after 9pm. Additionally, the staff seemed overwhelmed and lack communication when it came to waiting and seating time, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the meal. Our waiter was inattentive and had to be called over multiple times for simple things such as silverware, questions concerning the menu and the check. In summary, while the food and atmosphere were top-notch, the customer service and waiting time left much to be desired. I hope the restaurant can address these issues to provide a more well-rounded dining experience in the future.
    

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