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Nobu DC, Washington, DC

Nobu DC

4.7
4.7
2253 Reviews
$50 and over
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
Situated on the ground floor of the new Residences on M Street, in the heart of the West End just steps from Georgetown, Nobu Washington DC brings Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s genre-defining cuisine to the nation’s Capital. With more than 11,000 square feet of space including the Bar & Lounge, Dining Room and Sushi Bar, and multiple private event spaces, Nobu DC presents the ideal setting to enjoy signatures like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño alongside DC-inspired dishes and cocktails.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 871-6565
  • Website
    https://www.noburestaurants.com/washingtondc
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Eudy​ ​Camillo​ ​Cruz
  • Private party facilities
    Nobu DC can accommodate various types of event whether in a private or semi-private setting. Private and semi private dining rooms range from 10 to 120 guests or a full restaurant hire for 300 guests. It also has 2 separate patios, East Patio is covered while West Patio is open and intimate.
  • Private party contact
    Nobu DC Events Manager: (202) 871-6565
  • Location
    2525 M St NW, Washington, DC 20037
  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Metro:​ ​Foggy​ ​Bottom​ ​Station <br />Bus:​ ​630​ ​to​ ​M​ ​Street​ ​and​ ​25th​ ​Street​ ​NW
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

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What 2,253 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nobu DC offers a sophisticated dining experience, blending culinary excellence with a chic ambiance. Guests rave about its "impeccable service," "exquisite cuisine," and "stylish atmosphere." Highlights include the yellowtail jalapeño, black cod miso, and creative cocktails. Perfect for special occasions, Nobu DC consistently delivers "outstanding" meals that leave diners eager to return.

2,254 Reviews

  1. Jennifer

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent but the service was terrible. We counted at least eight servers working the not even half full dining room, so it did not appear to be a staffing problem. The slowness associated with every single aspect of the experience really detracted from the evening. Just a bummer.

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  2. Rachael

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nobu did not disappoint… amazing food and service.

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  3. Sean

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We let them set the menu, and tried all kinds of new dishes. I want to go back tomorrow and the next day.

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  4. Kimberly

    Baltimore

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best sushi you’ll find anywhere in the world.

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  5. Steve

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, as always at Nobu, is superb! however, the expense of dining here is now reaching a point of being untenable! 

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  6. Arthur

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When I booked my reservation at Nobu, I was hesitant after reading some mixed reviews. However, from the moment I arrived, the experience exceeded all my expectations. As soon as I stepped inside, I was greeted with warm smiles and friendly hellos from the staff, which immediately made me feel welcome. Although I was initially seated at one spot at the counter, I asked to be moved to a different seat, and the staff graciously accommodated my request without hesitation. I started with the oysters, which were incredibly fresh and flavorful, and then moved on to a sushi platter and a few pieces of nigiri for my entrée. Each dish arrived promptly, and the sushi chef took the time to explain every piece while presenting them beautifully. Everything tasted exquisite, and the attention to detail in both the presentation and flavor was truly impressive. To top off the experience, it began to downpour while I was dining. Without an umbrella, I was prepared to brave the rain, but the concierge kindly offered me hers to ensure I stayed dry on my way back to my hotel. This thoughtful gesture was the perfect end to an already outstanding evening. If I could give Nobu six stars, I would. I will absolutely return the next time I am in town. This place is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates exceptional food and outstanding service.

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  7. David

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was good but overpriced. You are paying for the name

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  8. Andrea

    New York City

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for dinner on a Saturday night. Had to wait 20 mins to get our table. Then had to beg to get consistent drink service throughout the meal. And then would wait forever to get the drinks we would order. Plus the metal tea kettle they served the expensive sake we ordered in leaked when poured. We order a lot of dishes and asked the server to course them as appropriate, but at the end when we asked about where the 6 Nobu tacos we ordered were it was discovered they had forgotten and it took 2 reminders and over 20 minutes to fix. They apologized and offered some comp on the bill but overall the service ruined the experience bc we had to constantly interject to get waited on, which is just not appropriate or expected of such a place like this.

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  9. Brian

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nobu never disappoints - staff is very helpful and knowledgeable, food is incredible with a great variety, and they made it extra special last night with a great table for our anniversary and the manager stopped by a couple times to check in. Great job Nobu DC!

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  10. Lilly

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Was not on par with other NOBU locations. The food was average. Miso cod over cooked and fishy. We went for a very special occasion. If you are celebrating something special or want to wow your date or guest I would opt for SHOTO.

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FAQs

Nobu DC offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Nobu DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 871-6565.

Nobu DC is rated 4.7 stars by 2253 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 60 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nobu DC

2525 M St NW, Washington, DC 20037

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Metro:​ ​Foggy​ ​Bottom​ ​Station Bus:​ ​630​ ​to​ ​M​ ​Street​ ​and​ ​25th​ ​Street​ ​NW
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Eudy​ ​Camillo​ ​Cruz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • Website
    https://www.noburestaurants.com/washingtondc
  • Phone number
    (202) 871-6565
  • Private party facilities
    Nobu DC can accommodate various types of event whether in a private or semi-private setting. Private and semi private dining rooms range from 10 to 120 guests or a full restaurant hire for 300 guests. It also has 2 separate patios, East Patio is covered while West Patio is open and intimate.
  • Private party contact
    Nobu DC Events Manager: (202) 871-6565
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