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Bar Japonais

4.4
4.4
108 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Hot spot
Led by Chef Masaaki "Uchi" Uchino, Bar Japonais offers a dynamic dining experience that blends Japanese cuisine with French influences. We offer a limited number of Omakase experiences nightly so please reserve yours through the Experience link below.

The signature Omakase experience features a meticulously crafted, 9-course rotating selection of exceptional seasonal ingredients. The menu also showcases vibrant Japanese-French dishes, complemented by an eclectic selection of wines, sake, and cocktails, embodying the spirit of both cultures.


Additional information

  • Location
    1520 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
  • Phone number
    (202) 519-7666
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, French / Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:30 am Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Chef Uchi's 9-Course Omakase Experience

    $115.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Chef Uchi's omakase experience consists of 9 courses (16 selections), featuring a rotating array of exceptional seasonal ingredients. Elevate your meal with our optional sake and wine pairing for a truly immersive dining experience.

  • Drag Brunch hosted by Cake Pop!

    $35.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 16, 2025 only
    Come party with us at Bar Japonais for a very special Drag Brunch hosted by Cake Pop! Celebrate with us at the best Sunday party on 14th Street for a St. Patrick’s Day like no other. Tickets are $35. Enjoy optional bottomless drinks for an additional $40 including mimosas, select beers and hard seltzers until 3:00pm. Food and additional beverages are available a la carte. All reservations can be seated as early as 12pm and the show begins at 1pm. Tickets are non-refundable and adults age 21+ only. Don't forget to bring cash for tipping entertainers!

Menu

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What 108 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Japonais offers a vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service on the 14th Street corridor. Guests praise the "delicious food" and "impeccable service," highlighting fresh sushi and creative cocktails. The fusion of French and Japanese cuisine is a delightful surprise. Ideal for happy hour, though some find it "very loud" inside.

108 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Living for this place! So yum! Vibes amazing!would 100% go back

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  2. Robert

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    As a devoted fan of Bar Chinois, I had been anxiously awaiting going to happy hour at Bar Japonais for the first time. Unfortunately, my experience at Bar Japonais was not the same as that at Bar Chinois. To begin, I had a Japanese highball. The flavor of the highball tasted like a green apple jolly rancher which was unexpected and not my favorite. When it came time to sample the food, I was incredibly excited. Unfortunately, the portion sizes were tiny and the value was non-existent. The service was also incredibly slow and they missed parts of our order. This was a significant let down given that I frequently rave that Bar Chinois has the best happy hour in the city. The owners of Bar Japonais did not carry over the success from Bar Chinois to this restaurant.

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  3. RockyB VIP

    Nashville13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was slow. Waiting staff was overwhelmed. Food was pretty good, but long time to sit and wait when you can’t hear each other across the table.

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  4. Mandy

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great spot for a Happy Hour.

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  5. jlw2

    Washington DC11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s very very noisy and super expensive but the sashimi and food were excellent

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  6. Fadl VIP

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Quality of fish - particularly salmon is quite low - service was generally poor - no 'experience' at all - food comes super quickly but almost too quickly - they want you out of there asap

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  7. Gina

    Omaha2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fast service and great atmosphere - the drinks were great

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  8. Leslie

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came in from Chicago to visit my daughter. I took her and her roommate to dinner. It was last minute so many places were booked and we found Japanese opened up. And it was the most delicious food. The service was amazing. And the atmosphere was super charming. A great area to go out too

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  9. Aspen VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So good. Everything we ordered was so fresh, and the restaurant was very lively and fun. Will be coming back.

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  10. Pia

    Washington DC16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem! You never think French and Japanese food would go together but it just works seamlessly! The food was DELICIOUS and the service was immaculate (Devonte was the best server I’ve had all year!). Run, don’t walk to Bar Japonais!

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FAQs

Bar Japonais is rated 4.4 stars by 108 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bar Japonais

1520 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (202) 519-7666
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, French / Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:30 am Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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