This place is just plain solid. We eat here about once/month and we've never had a bad experience. There are several sushi places nearby and this one blows them all out of the water. The fish is always fresh, the prices are unreal, the staff is super nice. I'm not going to claim to be a connoisseur, but the Unagi is fantastic, the spicy tuna rolls are good. My wife is always going to get California Roll...and those are pretty good too. Hands down, just a great sushi restaurant in the heart of Vienna.
(5)
Annie Z.
One of my absolute favorite sushi restaurants in this area! My only complaint: I wish they had more seating indoors. Their sushi is always fresh and delicious, their staff is very friendly, and their service (especially when it comes to take-out) is relatively quick. They have an awesome sushi a la carte menu (although I usually tend to gravitate towards the spicy crunchy salmon rolls because they are a definite favorite here!) and their prices are moderate. This is one place I like to frequent and give as much business as possible. Definitely recommend!
(4)
Megan P.
I've never eaten in the restaurant here, because my husband isn't the biggest sushi fan. But, we order out here about once a month. After moving to Oakton, Virginia in early 2012, we had a really hard time finding restaurants to replace the ones we left behind in Falls Church. But after a few misses, we found Sushi Yoshi and I'm very happy with it. The only reason this isn't a 5-star review, is that I prefer larger portions of miso soup and they only offer one very small size. But everything is very delicious and the fish is very fresh. I can highly recommend it.
(4)
Nick H.
Up until a week ago, I had sworn that Sweet Ginger was the best sushi restaurant I had ever eaten at in the Northern Virginia area...and definitely the best sushi restaurant in Vienna...but then I tried Sushi Yoshi. And now, I don't know what to think. Sushi Yoshi is a quaint (and by that, I mean tiny) restaurant that boasts a huge taste. I ordered two sushi rolls (the Vegas roll and the soft-shelled crab roll). The Vegas roll was hands down my favorite sushi roll I've ever had. The flavor, texture, and presentation was all incredible. The soft-shelled crab roll was good too, it just paled in comparison to its plate-mate. In addition to my sushi, I also ordered a seaweed salad (expecting to be brought a small bowl of seaweed as a side dish to my sushi). It turned out to be a full plate of seaweed, expertly seasoned and sitting atop a bed of lettuce. It was even garnished beautifully. I definitely will order it again, but will order less sushi next time now that I know how big the salad is. And lastly, the actual side salad and miso soup that came with my sushi (which I did not expect since I ordered sushi a la carte) was also delicious. All in all, Sushi Yoshi is small, crowded, busy...and I could care less because it was one of the best sushi experiences I've ever had. Will definitely be back again...soon.
(5)
Steve S.
Ahhh the secret sushi place that is hiding out on a Vienna corner! The hamachi and toro are like butter! The unagi is tender and sweet. The urchin has texture and color that is simply rare for North America. Simply put the sushi is amazing. I saw one couple order about a dozen rolls, and it looked like they were finishing them all! When you actually find this place, mark it on your GPS, 'cause you'll be back :)
(5)
Dani F.
Hitting up Sushi Yoshi was a wise decision for 4 hungry gals getting ready to go to Wolftrap for a couple of hours. Found the restaurant via Washingtonian's 25 Cheap Eats then read review for the spot via Yelp (where else!?!?!) and since my fiancee and I have been looking for a good sushi place we said why the hell not? We dropped in about 6 pm and low and behold its HAPPY HOUR! OH YEA! I dont think they had any drink specials but the sushi was on happy hour so that worked for me. We order shumai, fried dumpling, edamame, tuna and salmon sashimi, spicy crunchy salmon and avocado roll and the star of the evening: the pork belly and scallop appetizer. The pork belly was so deliciously tender and cooked perfectly. The scallops were good but a tad bit overcooked. Oh one thing to note, this place is pretty popular so make reservations and note the times they are closed since they dont answer the phone in order for one to make reservations! All in all a great dining experience. Happy dining!
(4)
Danni M.
This is a small, quiet Japanese restaurant with delicious, authentic food. The sushi is fresh, the food is tasty, the service is efficient. Always a wonderful experience!! I recommend having a reservation, because this restaurant does not have many tables. Or if there aren't any tables, the sushi bar is also nice and surprisingly spacious. It is fun to watch the sushi chefs in action, especially when they are assembling chirashi or topping rolls with a rainbow of colorful roe.
(5)
Anna N.
I absolutely love this place! I have tried a lot of sushi places in the DC area and so far I cannot find any place I like more. First, the fish is really fresh, which is extremely important to me. I've never seen or tasted anything frozen here. Though I am picky about my sushi, this place has a large variety of options for everyone, and introduced some trendy rolls, too, like those that feature mango. Second, you cannot beat the price. Not only is it good, but it's also so cheap! There are too many places in DC that are way too expensive and not that good. I think the service here is very good, too. They really appreciate their customers. When it gets busy, and it's usually busy, some things may take a little longer, but they always try to be attentive and accomodating. As others have mentioned, this place is very popular so most of the time it is busy. If you want to eat there at a certain time, make a reservation. If you don't mind waiting, you can wing it, but there's no guarantee. And yes, there's not a lot of parking around, but it's free and you can park on all the side streets around. Sometimes you just have to make a circle.
(5)
Amanda L.
Sashimi happy hour - is there really anything more to say?! If you want to catch the happy hour special, make sure to make reservations. The place is pretty small, and tables/reservations fill up fast. Like many other reviewers have said, get the chirashi! The fish here is extremely fresh, and I always appreciate when the man behind the sushi bar is actually Japanese. You can't beat a chef that has undergone itamae (traditional Japanese sushi chef training).
(5)
Qinglan W.
Best place for sushi in Vienna. Great prices for sashimi and hand rolls during their happy hour. Generous cuts of fish. Great service.
(4)
Dette T.
Best sushi in town! Try the tempura ice cream and ama ebi!
(5)
Sheri Y.
I went there for lunch on a Sunday. We got there a little bit after 12 and people started walking in right after us. I order Grill Salmon Jaw, Lunch Chirash,and Lunch box A. I love my dining experience there is great. Looking forward to visit there again...
(4)
nirav p.
My wife and i really love this place. The sushi is always fresh and the service is excellent. I definitely recommend going here for sushi.
(5)
Jenny C.
I came here on a Friday night with some friends. The place is quite small so make sure you make reservation before coming. All the server were very friendly. All the food we ordered were fresh and tasty. I especially like that they can do half an order of a roll for you so you can try different ones. I ordered the sushi deluex, spicy crunchy slamon avacado roll and eel roll, and a chirasi regular to take home. My favorite of the night is hands down the spicy crunchy slamon avacado roll! =)
(4)
Laura S.
In town on business and went here on a weeknight - awesome sushi!!! Nice service too. They actually had Amberjack, which I haven't had in years. The tuna was melt-in-your-mouth good. Place could use some renovation but I went there for the fish, hence the 5 stars.
(5)
Arynn I.
Yup, still like this place. Came for dinner this time on Thursday, 3/25. I was a little sad they didn't have "bento boxes" but then again, it wasn't lunch. Like the first time, the restaurant was very busy and we had a reservation. My mom's table was again set up for us. I had a coupon for 20% off one entree so we wanted to use that. Shunko, one of the owners, came by to say hello and then our server brought over a new appetizer for us to try out. Apparently Yoshi (the other owner) was in the innovative mood and created a new dish. The appetizer was clam in a garlic sauce and nitsuke, fish cooked in shoyu. It's hard for me not to be biased cause I don't do a lot of seafood but this dish was very flavorful and tasty! I ate the whole thing! Surprisingly the dish was hot, I thought it would be a chilled dish. But in any case, if they end up serving it, I highly reccomend it. (photo) For my dinner, I ended up getting curry udon with a side of appetizer gyoza. I really enjoyed the udon; the curry sauce was like a soup and not thick like curry you'd normally get with rice. All the flavor of the curry was there; it didn't taste watered down. The gyoza was cooked perfectly and my parents and I had a discussion of how to make it crisp on the bottom and precisely steamed throughout. I can never seem to make it at home the way it's made in stores. Again, my mom got the chirashi and took half her meal home for Friday's lunch but my dad tried the Young's Chirashi which was the chef's special cuts of all the fish normally in the standard chirashi. Everything was jumbo sized. He ate everything! Too full for dessert, we ended the meal with another round of green tea, water for me, and then took off into the cold evening just as the rain started sprinkling. I cannot wait for my mom to take my friends to this place! Hopefully she'll love it like I do!
(5)
Brandt T.
I became addicted to Sushi Yoshi when a colleague of mine introduced me to their Chirashi lunch about 4 months ago. He knows his stuff as he lived in Japan for 5 years and his wife is Japanese, and I'm glad they shared this spot with me because it's so good! The Chirashi lunch is $13 and comes with a salad (super tasty dressing), a bowl of miso soup, and then a large rice bowl with a lot of interesting assortments of pickled veggies, fish, egg, etc. (I know there are official words to describe the toppings but I'm not an expert :p) and a huge portion of varied Sashimi. One of my other favorites is the spicy tekka don (spicy tuna) lunch, which is basically the same as the Chirashi lunch except exchanges a huge portion of spicy tuna for the sashimi. You haven't really tried Chirashi or Sushi lunch in Northern Va. until you've had it at Sushi Yoshi... it's that much better and really a great value the way they have it set up. Can't wait to try their dinner menu.
(5)
Sharon H.
Mediocre food and service. Have had much better in the area.
(2)
Karyn W.
Terrible service. Came over and bothered me every single 5 seconds. Always trying to take plates out, even when I am still eating the food on it but never tried to fill my water cup. Sushi was not impressive at all. I can make better sushi than them.
(1)
Joshua D.
Several problems here. One, good luck finding it. Even standing outside it a block away and seeing on my iPhone that I was basically right on top of it, it was tough for me to see Yoshi's tiny little sign. Once inside, I was appalled at how close together the tables are. It's soooo tiny and crammed inside! Service was fine, and it's a pretty cheap venue for sushi. But the sashimi was tough. I thought the menu seemed robust and creative, but perhaps a little too much so. The other part of the dish I ordered was supposed to have fresh veggies on the rice. Instead, it was all nasty pickled stuff. I loooooove Asian food, but this just tasted gross. Overall, EVERYTHING was way too salty. I've been drinking water ever since trying to get the salt taste out of my mouth. This place has potential, but it needs work, and the food left me pretty unsatisfied. I have had Yama, Ginger and a plethora of other sushi places in Fairfax and Loudoun counties... My personal favorite is still Yoko in Oakton.
(2)
Michelle N.
My friend invited me here to catch up and as soon as she said "sushi happy hour" I was all about it! Wedged at the corner of Center St and Church St, you walk in and Sushi Yoshi is surprisingly very small. The tables and chairs are very close to each other which made me worry that sushi might get dropped on my head (none did, phew!). Thankfully the hostess seated us close to the bar and not near the front door - it would've driven me crazy to have all the customers come in brushing past my chair. In spite of that, the happy hour specials are awesome. $3-5 per roll and $1-2 per piece of sushi. My friend and I must've gone a little crazy because we still ended up spending a ton of money but we got a LOT of sushi out of it. I guess our eyes were bigger than our stomachs. The staff was very friendly and nice - greeting us as soon as we walked in and being pleasant and helpful throughout our dining experience. Despite one of the servers telling me that our table was reserved at 6:30 (we arrived at 5) no one tried to push us out or hurry us up when it got close to that time. The sushi tasted great and was mouth watering - that is my bar for rating sushi. If it's so good that I'm drooling while eating it, you know it's fresh. Also every order comes with complimentary salad and miso soup.
(4)
Angela D.
I've been here twice and the food has been very good. The sushi rolls are of good size the the rice is flavored nicely also. They offered us salad and miso soup with the meal which was nice since the wait for the sushi was a bit long. We didn't mind since the salad and soup held us over and we didn't have anywhere to go. The toro was probably 4/5 stars. Tasty and not fishy and melts in your mouth. It was only 4.50 a piece which is a steal compared to some places. The restaurant is fairly small and we were lucky to get a table just walking in. Not a good place for large parties but good for weekend dates. The hostess handed us a card when we sat down and suggested we make reservations next time since they are so busy. Our server was very nice and checked on us at the appropriate times.
(4)
Alison S.
I was looking at a review of another Japanese restaurant near by and the reviewer mentioned Sushi Yoshi as his regular Japanese place. This got me curious so I started looking at the Sushi Yoshi on Yelp and then their official website. The photos of all their sushi look so good! And then this bit on the "About Us" page got me even more intrigued: Chef Yasu was trained in classic French cuisine and worked at Le Gavroche, a Michelin 3 star restaurant in London, for many years. He left Le Gavroche to accept the position of chef at the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he worked for more than 10 years. Chef Yasu now works with Chef Yoshi at the sushi bar, but sometimes he can't resist the urge to get in the kitchen and create some of his favorite French and European dishes. I decided I must try this place .... even if it meant cheating on our regular Japanese place, Tachibana. Sorry T! A girl's gotta have a little variety -- it's the spice of life! The space is rather small but we managed to get a couple of tables for a late Saturday lunch. Our party was 7 so we had to be split up. It was fine. All the main dishes come with a miso soup and salad. Loved the dressing! I shared a Sushi platter for 2 with my cousin and ordered the eel on rice for my daughter. Everything was great! The sushi was so yummy! There were 30 pieces of sushi and we could not finish it. Really wanted to try the dessert but just couldn't eat another bite. Will have to come back for the dessert next time. So glad to find another Japanese place that's decent around here.
(4)
Mark W.
Came here for lunch today, and had a great time. As another commenter noted, they asked me if I had a reservation. Note that my date and I got there before they opened, and aside from a few other people waiting to get in, the place was empty. When I told the hostess we don't have a reservation, she asked us to wait a moment, and came back a minute or two later to tell us we could sit outside, but that she didn't have any room inside, because reservations were coming soon. Whatever, it was nice outside. Great sushi, as well as appetizers. The chef's French training definitely shows in the flavors, and presentation (very beautiful) Service was good, and nothing to complain about, except maybe took a while to get the check after we had finished eating. Since it was a date, however, I didn't mind the extra time. I will definitely return.
(4)
Antonio C.
This is hands down my Favorite local spot for sushi. The sushi here is consistently good and you know the quality and taste of the food is legit, because there are always a lot of Japanese expats dining here. The only caveat is that this place is small and gets booked really quickly, so plan ahead if you want to dine here. My favorite time to come is for their sushi happy hour on weekdays from 5:00 to 6:30 and just sit at the bar.
(5)
Ashley K.
Sushi Yoshi is the first place I think of whenever I crave sushi. Chirashi Regular is always on point with fresh sushi & very generous portion. Young's Chirashi Deluxe is a fantastic choice as well!
(5)
Cheryl H.
Very Disappointed after all the great things that I'd heard. The sushi was ok, but certainly not the best in the area, as I'd heard. Miyagi, in McLean, is just one example of MUCH better food. But the worst part was the service and atmosphere. Sushi Yoshi claims to be open until 9:00 p.m. on weeknights (woo hoo!); most restaurants mean that that's the latest they'll seat you. At this place, they want to sweep the floors and get out of there by 9! We arrived at 8:35 and were told that they were "closing in five minutes" They shoved menus into our hands while we were walking to the table and made us order before we could even order drinks. The waitress was entirely unhelpful in terms of recommending how much to order. (And she took a personal cell phone call while taking our order even though it was such a huge rush!) After 9, we weren't even allowed to order a second drink. And they hovered around our table waiting for us to pay the check before we had even finished eating $100 worth of sushi. A thoroughly unpleasant experience; I won't be back!
(2)
Kristin S.
Another great experience at Sushi Yoshi. Every time my parents visit, they always want me to take them back here. The fish here is always fresh. This time we got: -dumplings- perfectly cooked, not greasy -some assorted nigiri pieces- big fan of the white tuna -the yellow roll- a usual for me-who thought mango in a sushi roll could be so good -yellowtail and scallion- another usual one for me -japanese lasagna roll- first time i tried this one, probably not the healthiest roll, with the spicy mayo but it still tasted great, nice and warm. I also like that they started having more of the more authentic japanese street foods like okonomiyaki (japanese pancake) and takoyaki (octopus balls). This is my favorite sushi restaurant, and I continue to come back again and again. The only thing to note is that the space inside isn't that big, so I always make a reservation. Otherwise the tables outside are available, but in the summer I find it too hot and humid to do that.
(5)
Dennis S.
Awful service. Never got to try the food. Curt unaccommdating hostess. Will never even contemplate a second try. I'm writing this review as I sit comfortably in one of their competitors places down the road.
(1)
Carolyn S.
I'm ashamed to say that I've lived near Vienna my whole life, and never knew there was anything beyond Maple Avenue. I credit my fellow Yelpers for opening my eyes. Sushi Yoshi is perfect for what it is- a warm, small, sushi joint with a great sushi selection and mugs that never run out of steaming Genmaicha tea. The moment I stepped into Sushi Yoshi, I felt "homesick" for the little family-run restaurants I frequented in Japan months earlier. I had a giant pile of tempura vegetables, which were excellent- light, crispy, and scaldingly fresh. If I had any more wishes in my genie's lamp, I would have wished for a little wasabi salt on the side- but I can't hold that against Sushi Yoshi. My friend had a selection of rolls which he attests to being fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Similar to the sushi restaurants in Japan, service was attentive but unobtrusive, and all of the sushi chefs look up from their work and bid you good bye as you leave. Five stars for a genuine, delicious, and high-quality dining experience.
(5)
Cafe W.
me & my family usually go to this place pretty often now days.. like atleast once a month whatever stuff I order never disappoint me :) but I really like their chicken karaage and grill mussels also I just tried chicken curry udon... it was super delicious, especially when you got the curry soup left then you just dump rice in it.. so good
(4)
Michael L.
Having lived in Japan for 3 years, I'm a SELF proclaimed sushi connoisseur (my wife's eyes rolling up now). Not the best fish in the area but they do everything well and offer more than your typical fare on their menu. Try all of their wide range of appetizers. They're all good. Consistent above par quality makes them our go to sushi restaurant in the area. Use to go to Tachibana but quality of fish was inconsistent.
(4)
CW L.
This place is wonderful now. They changed the wait staff. Yay!
(4)
Dan G.
Tiny place with big taste. It was cool enough in the evening to sit out on the sidewalk (I mean patio). We ordered 3 rolls & a few sushi pieces. Everything was excellent & fresh. This place is as good as Yama with a bit better location. Prices are really about the same.
(4)
Philip L.
We were regulars at Yama Sushi for many years, though we had preferred Sakana before it closed. We returned to Yama and it was always fine, though one night it was full so we gave Yoshi a try- very lucky for us. The food was far better and much more creative. There were lots of options on the menu though unfortunately that night some were not available. The green tea ice cream tempura made up for that- we'll go back soon
(4)
Calvin T.
I am not a big fan of the sushi here in DC. I will say that Sushi Yoshi is fantastic. I love the Chirashi lunch/dinner. I wish this place was larger for seating purposes.
(5)
Derya T.
This place is a hidden gem. We ordered edamami, miso soup and sushi rolls. Everything was delicious. I really liked the cozy local atmosphere that have created and the patio in front of the restaurant is a cute place to enjoy summer nights with friends. I will go back again!
(4)
R R.
I went for lunch with my co-worker. The restaurant is very small and the first thing that we were asked was if we had a reservation. We arrived a little before 12. Some of the tables were marked as reserved. We said we had not made any reservations. The lady simply said we are very busy if you have no reservation then you will have to wait. We asked how long she said 35 minutes. We were okay to wait since we had heard good things about the food and sushi at this place. She did not even ask if we would like to wait and that she could put our name down. At that point she simply left us to attend a table. We waited for 5 minutes and she came around. We asked her to put our name down and she again emphasized that the wait might be longer. We had already parked our car and did not feel like going back and finding another place. So we said that is fine. At that point there were still couple of tables that were empty and was being reserved for those people who had called. After about 10 minutes she came back and said that there is a table available but we would have to finish by 1:30 PM as they had reservation at that time. It was 12:3.5 and we said that is fine we will be done. After we were seated another lady came to take our order . Needless to say since they wanted us to leave early our food came quickly. I ordered vegetarian sushi platter and my friend ordered chirashi. I must say that this place has a good assortment of vegetarian "sushi". Food was good. So when the time came to pay. we split the check and my co-worker said that she will cover the tip as my food was cheaper than her's. This was the first time someone had ever offered to do such a thing as vegetarian food is cheaper than non-vegetarian. I was humbled and said thank you for doing that. The total check was for $25.00. So I paid $12.50 and my co-worker paid $12.50 plus $5.00 tip. We left the restaurant before 1:30 pm. A this point I would have given a 3 star, The lady was very rude and it was obvious that they were under staffed. However what irked me after days was that when I looked at my CC statement they had charged $5.00 on my bill as well without my authorization. So in total they took $10.00 (40%) tip for a poor service. We already paid for the food, one should not be forced to pay tip which is mainly for personal service. Besides my co-worker still paid 20%. I have never experienced this before where they took the tip without authorization. Of course I called my CC company and dispute the charge. It was not about money but rather about business ethics and moral. So that was my first experience at this place. I am not sure if I would like to go back again. I think the place is over-rated.
(2)
Dustin S.
This place probably has the best sushi in NoVA! The owners are actually Japanese, the fish is actually fresh, the portions are good, and the prices are just about normal. Downside is that the place is small (only seating for like 30 people) and always packed, so make a reservation, always, and street parking can be somewhat of a pain to find. Overall, I'd give it about a 4.5 stars b/c it is not THE best sushi I've ever had, but definitely THE best sushi I've had in NoVA, so I will go back here everytime I do crave good sushi.
(5)
Mikey W.
i need to come back here...but my initial tasting was really positive. this is a true japanese restaurant, uses quality ingridients, and quality knives. i had yellotail belly, salmon belly, fatty tuna, and some rolls...all delicious! their regular rolls aren't fancy, but theyre very reasonable 4-6 range for exactly what they say. their "special" rolls are a little more pricier, but worth it. i want to come back and try another sampling, but this place could become my go-to sushi restaurant for the ffx area.
(4)
Petra E.
Why do I love this restaurant? It has unusual dishes! I've had fried fish bones, fried shrimp, and a lot of other stuff that was all wonderful. I'm an adventurous eater and I love the fact you can order by the piece or half roll here. Everything I've had has been delicious. I wish I could go back more often, I feel like Andrew Zimmern ordering their unusual choices. We have several Japanese (really run by Koreans) restaurants in Vienna and this is by far my favorite.
(4)
Nazanin E.
A few of us went for lunch and left stuffed and content :) The prices are very reasonable, especially considering how much food you get. The restaurant is small but nice & clean. Considering the size of the place, if you have more than a couple people, I'd recommend reservations to just make sure you don't have much of a wait. The place was packed by the time we left. Prompt service. All our lunch orders came with miso soup & salad which was nice :) I would definitely go back!
(5)
V L.
This place has the MOST unique and best chirashi around! Not only that, they have VEGETARIAN chirashi! Both types of chirashi are presented very artistically and taste great! I have never seen vegetarian chirashi on a menu at a Japanese restaurant and this place doesn't disappointment. As an added perk, all entrees come with a salad and miso soup which are nice touches.
(5)
Fabbian D.
VERY Romantc perfect place for a cheaters, no body speak english, you can park your car under the building and enjoy your sushi with your lover, a nice music no one can find you there,church street is very dark after 8 pm so, my friend was looking for his girlfriend but he can not found her till next day when he pull his credit card, he founded a charge for this romantic sushi place, I was looking for my beautiful wife (who loves me so much)for 3 hours, but she doesnt answer her phone, so, I checked with Sprint family locator the GPS Accused Church Street, I call my friend he said to me just go there, I can believe! He was righ The bad thing is I end up in jail next day because that! The game cost me so far $7000, plus plus, sucks no! Just pay attention in this, If you are the one who going to be the cheater guess what dress up very hot and go! Now if you suspect about someone cheater on you and you GPS accused there? Please don't do it. ... you going to feel very bad and probable kill yourself if you really likes her. My greater and lovely wife was walking by the hand with her customer, just a customer ok guys please don"thing bad about my beauiful wife, she do not cheating on me! ,she just like to go out to romantic place for a dinner. That so lovely!. I give 5 star for the place who made my beautiful lovely,and hot wife put me in jail.well now I have to find a hot girl to go eat with me there , soon I come back from my jail vacation.
(5)
V. C.
My new sushi spot. Love this place!
(5)
Irving H.
Great sushi restaurant in the heart of Vienna. Fresh sushi and surprisingly cheap for the quality of the ingredients. The rice was still soft and slightly warm. I'm not an expert on sushi but the contrast with the cool fish was nice. We ordered the bento boxes, the sushi combination platter, rainbow, Mexican, and Sushi Yoshi rolls. Thumbs up to the rainbow and Mexican rolls. But I would not order the Sushi Yoshi roll again - it is a basically a pain to eat - and the textures did not compliment each other. It had spicy tuna, crab meat, mango, lettuce, and mango sauce which became a cool sloopy mess in my mouth. You almost need a spoon to eat it without spilling anything. For my bento box I had the chicken teriyaki but it was overcooked. Come to think of it I have never had a perfectly cooked chicken teriyaki anywhere. If you plan to go you need to make reservations. They only seat about 20 people max. The parking is a pain - there is a small lot off of Center street that can fit 5-6 cars. Street parking or garage parking are your other options. The parking garage is off of Church Street under Bazin's - drive slowly or you'll miss it - it is just past the Clock Shop.
(4)
Grace B.
Went here for lunch with my boyfriend. Great prices and selection of sushi and tapas. Sat outside with my dog which was a huge plus. Their outside area is quaint. We ordered the Vegas Roll, Crunchy Salmon Roll, and a Tempura appetizer. All were really good, especially the Vegas Roll. Service was great. She asked about my dog and was very attentive. We will be back in the near future.
(4)
Mike M.
AWESOME AWESOME SUSHI! Great roll creativity the only downside like so many have suggested is that the service is very friendly but super super terrible. After we asked for our check it took us 45 minutes to get it :(
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Carolyn S.
HANDS DOWN the best sushi restaurant in the Metro area. The food is incredibly fresh and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The prices are comparatively low -- especially when you factor in that there are never any 'spoiler' pieces in the platters, and all orders include miso soup and a salad. Charming wait staff and a nice ambience complete the picture.
(5)
Darshi L.
My go to sushi restaurant! They honestly have the BEST sushi I've ever had. Any sushi combo won't disappoint, but I will generally get the spicy crunchy rolls (salmon, yellow tail, and tuna are all great) They have many variations of the sushi that taste extremely different in the best way. The actual fish is also pretty fresh tasting. Not to mention, they charge very little for the amount given. You can even do a split roll if you want to save money and try out different rolls. Bonus: When you order the sushi you get a complimentary bowl of miso soup and a salad with a peanut sauce. My only tips are make sure you see when they are open because they close in the middle of the day, be ready to search for parking, and make reservations if it's at night. I highly recommend everyone to try it out and you'll most likely become a regular!
(5)
Peter V.
TL;DR: Not impressed by the sushi due to mediocre fish quality and rolls weren't rolled properly. Service was minimal as well. No difference from Yama in the same area except with a higher price tag. Wife and I were craving Japanese food and there's not much to choose from in the Tysons area to begin with. We have previously tried Sushi Yama in the area but they were not up to our Japanese food standard. With the raving reviews of given by other Yelpers, we decided to give Yoshi a try. Right after we were seated, we were given ice water immediately instead of being asked what we'd like to drink. We noticed throughout our meal that the same server did ask other patrons that question except us and she was not attentive at all during our meal. We like that you can order half portions for some of the rolls so that you can try many different kinds. We ordered some simple rolls and some American rolls like the Rainbow and soft shell crab. The rolls were unfortunately not well-made. Some parts of the roll weren't even fully covered by the nori! That's basic sushi 101! The fish and soft shell crab was only ok, not fresh for both. As for service, we were not so sure if it's us or the server that we can't seem to understand each other properly. After we ordered, there server came back to ask us that there's soup and salad with the order or if we want two soups. We were not aware that there's appetizers in the first place and she didn't explain why there only one soup and salad for the two of us. The server then repeated the exact same question quickly and we felt rushed and just answered the soup and salad was fine. In general, we felt that service was really minimal towards us (maybe because we're first-timers) and we were rushed throughout dinner.
(3)
Arun K.
Dinner for 2, with reservations, on a Wednesday night. (this review is longer than I had expected = bottom line: (1) the service is poor and (2) go to Passion Fin (others?) for good service and great sushi. We were seated promptly at our reservation time of 7:15 and our order was in by 7:25 (two rolls, 1 appetizer, 1 regular chirashi). At 7:55 p.m., we received our food with no appetizer. During the 30 minutes of waiting (I timed it), two other tables were seated (they arrived after us). 1 table was an Asian family of 4 and the other an Asian couple. These two tables both received their food before us (rolls, bento box, some other entree) as well as the drinks they ordered. The food itself was average. Lastly, I asked that the appetizer be removed and the server asked me two times if I saw the sushi/ngiri on my plate. It is difficult to convey the awkwardness of asking a server to correct an error and then having them ask you to remember if you saw that piece of food. The total experience of waiting for average food while seeing others receive fast and kind service and then awkwardly having the bill corrected motivated this review. End result: we are not happy with this experience. We enjoy sushi very much and have had great experiences at Passion Fin in terms of food and service.
(1)
Jeff C.
This is my 600th review, so I wanted to do it right with a Yelp favorite like Sushi Yoshi. The first thing that I have to say, foodies, is believe the hype, because every glowing word of it is true. I know what you're thinking, another yelp lemming following the mob over the approval cliff, but I assure you when I say that Sushi Yoshi offers some of the best sushi in town, I'm singing the sushi gospel. First, the service was flawless. We arrived right at the height of the Friday dinner rush, and it looked as if there would be a wait; however, our waitress/hostess soon found us a seat out on the patio. The rest of the evening it was almost as if she could read our minds (ok, not so hard to do in my case...more sushi! please.) She was quick and efficient and didn't approach me once while I had half a dragon role in my mouth. Second, the food was fantastic. We ordered a two rolls ( Dragon Roll and California Roll), two specially salads (conch and squid), four pieces of uni with quail egg, several pieces of fatty tuna, and wine and beer. Every bite of this sushi feast was fresh and delicious, but I was really captivated by the quality and presentation of my uni (sea urchin), for the chief had nestled the quail egg on top in a protective avocado retaining wall. The result was a a piece of uni where you didn't have to worry about losing your egg. And it was oh so creamy and delicious that it could only be matched my our selection of fatty tuna, something so decadent that it virtually melted in the mouth...Sushi Heaven!! Finally, the sushi hat trick, the price. Yes, foodies, we had a ton of food and rinks and our totally bill for two avid sushi lovers still came to just $92. We quickly calculated that the same would cost us at least 30% in Old Town Alexandria, so this place stands as the sushi mother lode..Eureka!!! Yup, we've struck sushi gold here, and I will certainly return for more sushi treasure in the near future.
(5)
Flora L.
OH MY GOD. The best sushi restaurant I've been to! I was so impressed by the texture of sushi and arrangements of the chirashi dish! I fell in love with this place. The chirashi dish has a lot to offer. It gives you a plate of fresh sushi without rice and a bowl of mixed rice and other ingredients. The price is also very affordable. Very worth for the food! Service, however, wasn't very fast because they're way too busy. I would definitely come back and recommend this restaurant with a 5+ stars!!
(5)
Deena H.
This is a sushi place located in the suburbs. There is limited parking and you will have to find street parking. Do not enter here without a reservation. Let me repeat : do not just walk in here. Call and make a reservation. They will literally save you a table and will not give it away. We learned this the hard way. Even just calling ten to 20 min before arrival, and it will still be in your favor. The restaurant has outside and inside seating. There is also sushi bar seating. It is a fairly large restaurant but it is compacted with tables and people. It is always busy. The food was OK. The rolls were very fresh. I wasn't super impressed overall with the flavors. The prices you cannot beat of course. I might try this place again but it definitely did not stand out in my mind. The service is probably worthy of four stars as well but it was so busy and packed, I couldn't tell if they were serving us or trying to hurry us along!!
(3)
Nghi N.
The best deals for sushi in NoVa, hands down. Their Sashimi Deluxe ($28 for 18 pieces) has a luxurious selection of fish, all very fresh. The slices were somewhat thinner but the quality of the fish was great. The rolls we tried were delicious and were large and very flavorful. The Dragon Roll was heavy on the eel sauce and therefore a little too sweet, but still quite enjoyable. My sister had the Salmon Don and loved it, especially the unique accompanying rice and garnishes. Our Sashimi Deluxe, Salmon Don plus five rolls, equaled $102, before tip. I love this place!!
(5)
Tucker H.
How have I never written up review of Sushi Yoshi? It's a mystery and a travesty... With 466 reviews in ahead of me there's not much to add, so I'll just pile on. The sushi is top quality, and the quantity in the Chirashi is impressive to say the least. The last time we went we did an impromptu tapas, ordering a bunch of little things off the appetizer menus (from the website and the Japanese specialities one that's in the front cover of the menu), and that was a great way to try a lot of different stuff. In addition to the sushi, the pork belly was absolutely delicious and chopstick tender (not even a fork needed to split it into pieces, but not so soft that it couldn't be picked up with chopsticks), and the fried chicken pieces were quite tasty. It's always worth taking a look at the specials board on your way in as well.
One of the best sushi houses in the area. The sushi is well made and delicious. It's a small place so make sure to make reservations. If not the wait could be long. I've seen many kids there but there isn't room for rowdy kids. The chirashi is excellent and a great lunch deal. The fish all taste fresh and high quality. The salmon jaw is an off menu item but well worth the ask to see if any is available. Parking is in the back but limited. Otherwise you need to find street parking.
(5)
Catherine Y.
We came here on a Sunday night and it was pretty full. I would recommend making reservations. The regular chirashi and sanshoku chirashi were excellent values: ~$20 for generous portions of fresh seafood. They do the chirashi rice different from any other place I've been, adding picked veggies, egg, and bits of grilled fish to it. It was all delicious. Great service as well. Would definitely come back if I'm in the area and craving sushi.
(5)
KayKay N.
I was told by co worker the place was a must eat sushi so I tried it today 1. place are small 2. get very crowded 3 no good parking. I give three but the food aren't that amazing it's great it's okay to eat worth trip and time. we order tempura udon three specials roll and salmon teriyaki total with tips around 70$ so yeah expensive for dinner. our order was late there was no apologies and the roll came to us when we about to leave so we had to put it in a To go box.
(3)
Wing K.
Went on a Friday night. Did not have a reservation. Sat outside. I was on a date with a girl 5 years my senior. So woman then. She was very cute. I hadn't been on a date in 10 months. It was a fix up date by mutual friends. There's the context. The place isn't particularly well advertised. I couldn't see a sign for it. In any case my date and I ended talking for hours. Service was good. The waitress checked on us fairly often. She ordered some kind of tuna salad that was crispy which was kind of interesting to share. I ordered edamame gyoza as I always like gyoza. She and I both had a bento box. I ordered the sushi bento box and she ordered the tempura bento box. I should have gotten the tempura one over the sushi in retrospect as I got the chicken sushi bento box instead of the other one. We both ended up have chicken based bento boxes. There were various things on the bento box that I wasn't familiar with, but was nonetheless ok. Nothing to write home about. We shared some green tea ice cream with some kind of fried shell on top. The ice-cream melted fairly quickly which gives me some context into the makeup of the ice cream as I am an amateur ice-cream connoisseur. So if you want something to order I wouldn't suggest chicken based bento boxes, I would suggest gyoza for appetizers.
We initially came here to check out their happy hour menu but soon realized it's really not that happy of a deal. Rolls and sushi are pretty much same price as menu price except maybe a few cents cheaper. With that said, their food is still delicious and no wonder it has such great ratings! Me and my bf ordered a chirashi regular which was a huge portion!! There is enough rice for three people and the rice itself was perfectly seasoned sushi rice - sweet, salty, and tangy. It was pretty addicting and I got so full from eating a bite of rice after a bite of fish! The fish from for the chirashi was a good size portion with about 16-18 pieces of tuna, salmon, salmon belly, yellowtail, mackerel, white tuna, scallop, sweet shrimp, and scallop. We also ordered the salmon skin roll which was uhmazing. I'm so picky about salmon skin because a lot of places don't cook it right and it ends up tasting like charred fish scales. This place was tender with a nice crisp to it and wasn't overly salmon-y. We did end up ordering a shrimp tempera and eel roll off the HH menu and it was just alright. Overall, we loved the meal and definitely reminded of why we like coming to sushi yoshi. Luckily we beat the after work rush because usually this place is packed and you definitely need a rsvp if you have a large party.
(4)
Samantha L.
Sushi Yoshi is located at the corner of Church St and Center St. It's encouraged to make a reservation as dining room area is tight and limited. Tonight, my parents and I had dinner at Sushi Yoshi as recommended by my coworkers. We felt like it was the most authentic Japanese cuisine we had. We enjoyed (almost) everything we ordered. Here are my recommendations: 1. Agedashi Tofu - five crispy fried tofu with various types of mushroom and seaweed in a sweet soy sauce. If you like tofu, I'd totally recommend this appetizer. 2. Sashimi Regular - fifteen high quality, freshly sliced pieces of assorted fish. 3. Chicken Teriyaki - diced dark meat chicken sauteed in sweet soy sauce, served with soy sauce soy beans and pickled radish, and garnished with a lime slice. It was tasty but we felt the portion size was really small (like an appetizer size). 4. Yellowtail & Green Onion Roll - six rolls consisting of yellowtail and rice, wrapped in seaweed, and topped with scallion. I felt that there wasn't anything special about Center Street Roll which consisted of shrimp tempura and asparagus, wrapped in seaweed, and topped with red tuna and avocado. It would have tasted better if eel sauce was drizzled on topped of the roll.
(4)
Marc M.
This is our favorite sushi place. We've tried a lot in the area and Sushi Yoshi wins hands down. It gets pretty crowded around dinner time, and reservations for dinner on Friday or Saturday are almost always necessary as they don't have a lot of tables.
(5)
Terry P.
Came in for dinner tonight with friends that have been here before. We ordered many dishes. I had the sushi sashimi combo and five pieces of eel nigiri. My daughters ordered the binto box. We all had miso soup and salad and adamame. The restsurant was not very busy. After dinner both nyself and my order daughters have diarrhea upon returning home. This would have been a one star review if it was not for the fact staff were very friendly and helpful.
(2)
Alex A.
Happy hour sushi 5 till 630. The unagi was amazing best I've ever had. And I try it everywhere, melted it was so good. Very attentive staff, amazing salad dressing miso was flavorful. A+
(5)
4zz Y.
This place is small..not so easy walking through and a lil awkward sitting so close to other tables Don't go for those tempura sushi rolls, they're okay DEFINITELY TRY THOSE RAW FISH SUSHI ROLLS LIKE RAINBOW ROW! The fish are fresh and yummy!! I'm in love! Ps. this is a thai sushi place. The rice for sushi is jasmine rice..not Japanese rice :/
(3)
AL K.
Portion alert!!! Am I hallucinating or the portions have shrunk???? Noticed it when we stopped by for lunch today, the uni sashimi was poorly plated and the saba portion was half of what I used to get. Nothing new on the menu. Same same same. They now have daily sushi/sashimi specials.
(4)
Kelsi G.
Granted, I haven't been to that many sushi places so I don't have much to compare to. However, Sushi Yoshi never fails to satisfy! I usually come here for lunch since that seems to be when it's least crowded. I'd definitely recommend calling ahead, and it's usually the first thing they ask when you come in. I've tried a few things on their menu: the takoyaki, chirashi, and salmon/avocado roll. The highlight is definitely the chirashi; as you can probably tell from all the pictures of it on yelp, they definitely don't skimp on ingredients, and the presentation is amazing. The sashimi comes in large chunks, and goes perfectly with the wide variety of toppings on the rice. I'd recommend getting this and maybe an appetizer to split between 2 people, since it is a ton of food and sushi doesn't really taste the best as leftovers. Although I haven't ordered much else on the menu, from what I've sampled from my friends' dishes they all are pretty solid and fresh tasting. There are also plenty of options for a post-meal dessert on the same street, although I've had the mochi ice cream at sushi yoshi and it also is really good! I'm really tempted to try the green-tea tempura ice cream next time :)
(5)
Cory L.
Dear Sushi Yoshi... I've been an advocate of your establishment. I have spent tons of money and mouth to frequent your place and to have others do the same. The last two visits were just meh and hav been this way for a bit now..I finally have the courage to go against everything I believed in with you.... :( Let me explain... Quantity: The appetizer food quantity has drastically reduced over the last year. In order to get around the same amount, I have to order two dishes of the same thing (I wont mention which ones because the staff might recognize me since I am a regular). Comfort/Service: The last two visits, we were rushed out and it was obvious. Not only did we have reservations, but the food took a lot longer to come out. In the past, when reservations were taken, they wouldn't tell you what time you needed to leave by. These days, they make it a point to tell you that you need to finish up and quickly. Yesterday, barely finished, the hostess, not the servers, comes by and starts clearing our table thanking us for coming. Not cool, not cool (by the way, the hostess wasn't always this person, this one seems a little more rushy). Quality/Accuracy: During my last visit I was charged extra for something I ordered, but didint get. The quality of the appetizers, especially the karage's seems to have decreased. Too much breading and always overcooked, becomes hard. I also ordered sushi...the others were correct but two of my salmon belly (specific and different) weren't belly, just regular. Thats a problem when a high quality sushi place sends this out over what was ordered and that is more expensive.
(2)
Jonathan P.
This place is unreal. The quality of the sushi is top notch, and the prices are much lower than most sushi restaurants in the area. It's a small space with no bar, no TV's and no gimmicks. It's not pretentious in the way most sushi restaurants are these days. They're just really good at what they do. It's the perfect sushi place. Chirashi heaven......
(5)
Geoffrey W.
This is by far the best Japanese place I've been to. The service is great, the fish is always fresh, the presentation is amazing, and the price is always right. Oh, did I mention they have the best tempura anything? Right, well it's so good, I'll mention it again. Best tempura anything. They also have a smart menu by categorizing specials, standard fare, and sushi/sashimi combination plates for 2 or more. As good as this place is though, it's small and fills up quickly, so I always guarantee myself a reservation before even attempting to go.
(5)
Lloyd W.
The spicy crunchy eel with avocado roll is excellent. The fresh wasabi is definitely worth the $2. Tempura sweet potato roll was a surprising favorite. It was very busy and drafty at the table by the door, and the food is so good they still earned 5 stars. Good, fast service and good prices.
(5)
Ithaca P.
Having been thoroughly disappointed with the sushi offerings in the DC area, I had almost given up on eating sushi altogether. And then I found Sushi Yoshi, and my faith was restored once again. My first trip there was for a late dinner. I had heard that the place tends to be crowded, so I was pleasantly surprised that we were seated immediately for a party of 2 on a Friday evening at 8.30pm. Service was good and quick, but the food did take quite a while to arrive. The restaurant was packed, so I was okay with the food taking longer to prepare. I had the Sushi Regular, while my friend had the Sushi Deluxe, and both our plates were great. If you have a big appetite, I would recommend the Deluxe portions, because for a few dollars more, you do get significantly more food. I don't think the number of rolls we got corresponded to what was stated on the menu; in both cases we got more than promised, so we had no complains. The fish was fresh and the rice was well flavored. When the check came we were surprised that it was relatively cheap for the amount of food we got in the end. My second trip was an early lunch on a Saturday. Finding myself in the vicinity with some time to kill, I showed up there right as the restaurant was opening. Maybe I should have realized something was up when I saw people parking their cars on the street in haste, and practically running to the restaurant. When I asked for a table for three, I was surprised when they said that without reservations a party of three would have at least a one hour wait. We were there no more than 5 minutes after opening. I took this as a really good sign. In the end, we agreed to an immediate siting by the entrance, at a makeshift table that was essentially where the waiting area was. That was fine with us as we just wanted to eat. We ordered the Chirashi Lunch, and a Bento Box, and I couldn't believe the amazing deal that Sushi Yoshi''s lunch is. I have never paid 13 bucks for so much Chirashi. Not only was the food plentiful, it was delicious, with many different kinds of Japanese pickled vegetables. Also it was presented beautifully. I have completely fallen in love with lunch at Sushi Yoshi. Next time though, I know to make reservations.
(5)
Kim H.
This is my favorite sushi spot in the DMV. Love love love the spicy scallop, fatty tuna, rainbow and yoshi roll which is wrapped in rice paper and contains huge chunks of tuna and mango. Everything is so fresh and they give you complimentary soup and salad. Although we typically go for the sushi they also have an extensive small plates menu that is also quite good (try the braised pork belly!). It's a small place, so try to make a reservation if you can. They also have an outdoor patio which is nice in the summertime.
(5)
Hyemi K.
I probably have been there more than 20times so far, never disappointed once. Their jirashi is so unique,fresh and the portion is really big we usually order one jirash for two people to share. Sashimi comes out with perfect temperature and nice presentation. If you go for lunch it's just $13 which is great deal.( dinner for $19) and you can ask for brown rice for 1dollar extra. Salmon jaw is great starter, hand rolls are all good and my favorite roll is sushi yoshi roll (if you are on diet it has no rice just salmon, mango and veggies wrapped with rice paper ) One time they gave us the wrong order but they quickly gave us the correct one and they let us keep the wrong order which was nice of them coz the wrong one was one of my favorite too lol The servers are mostly Japanese ,and they are very responsive , polite and friendly. Tip: this place always packed so you should call ahead for a reservation.
(5)
Huy H.
Sister and I were driving around on a Saturday looking for a new place to try for lunch and we came across this well-rated, kind-of hole-in-the-wall restaurant tucked away behind the busy main street. There was a very, very small parking lot in the back and we were able to snag a spot and made our way to the restaurant. Upon entering, we were asked if we had reservations which took me a little bit by surprise...since when are lunch reservations required for quiet old Vienna??? It was a 45 minutes wait but as we were walking away, the hostess offered us a table outside immediately and since the weather was nice, we took it! I got the chirashi lunch special which was OMGSOMUCHFOOD. You get a selection of sashimi with about 4-5 different types ranging from the usual salmon and tuna to some white fish and minced tuna found in the spicy tuna roll. The squid I got with a bit too much on the slimy side which I could not finish but everything else was fairly fresh. The chirashi was QUITE overwhelming: piled high with micro veges, pickled assortments, Japanese-style egg, tuna and even a bit of unagi. The rice was a bit on the sweet side for me but overall a very, very filling lunch for about $15. My sister got their Bento B which came with rolls instead of tempura. She liked her salmon better than the one she got a Sushi Prince; it did look fresher and less "pre-made" than the ones found at Sushi Prince which is a plus. Service was decent for outside seating and they provided complementary hot green tea which is nice! Our lunches came with salad and miso soup: my salad was drowning in ginger soy dressing but the miso was very delicate and delicious! Wish they had brought it out with my entree as it would have been nice to sip along with the heavy rice lunch. Overall, I don't know if I would go out of my way to eat here again amidst the gamut of sushi places in the area, but if I was close by I would definitely drop in again! Solid 3 if not 3.5 stars out of 5.
(3)
Stephanie V.
Amazing! Hands down one of my favorite sushi places ever! Honestly, this place is always filled with people and for good reason so try to make a reservation or you might not be able to get a table. The food is great and the service is wonderful. I have never left Sushi Yoshi unsatisfied. I have taken several friends to this place and they all rave about it as well. They have great lunch deals and their portions are generous. Go try this place, you won't regret it!
(5)
Norry H.
I just love their Chirashi! Fish so plenty and fresh, Rice also so plenty, colorful with lots of toppings, and unlike some other sushi places, Sushi Yoshi has brown rice alternative for health conscious customers. It is just that I can't have it too often because it takes about a month to digest. :)
(5)
Kyoko A.
Simply put, this is the best sushi place for the quality and value. You will not be able to find Chirashi like sushiyoshi's in anywhere in this area. Whether carry-out or dine in, I can't think of any other good Japanese restaurant but this one. And service is very fast and friendly. I just this place!
(5)
Kathleen N.
Food ====== $6.75 Spicy Tuna Salad $5.70 Vienna Roll $12.95 Chirashi Lunch Special First of all, yes the chirashi lunch deal is the bomb. Comes with soup and salad, and then when the actual dish comes out? Leftovers aplenty. Here for lunch? Get it, 'nuff said. The Vienna roll was nothing to write home about, as was the spicy tuna salad with three types of tuna. The salad, however, does get props for having three different types of spicy tuna, crunchy rice crackers for texture variation, and for arrangement. Very pretty, and the tell-tale sign of the French culinary influence. It didn't feel like much of a salad, though, for lack of the greens (which was made up for by quantity of tuna) Decor ======= Asian-esque; use of light colored bamboo or bamboo reminiscent furniture Service ====== Small but busy space, felt like I had about three different servers, so never had to wait long to see one floating by to flag down Extra! ====== - Free hot tea? I think there was a nominal fee of 50 cents listed on the menu but I'm pretty sure there was no charge on the bill, don't remember though, but I found the taste more pleasing than the water and the ladies walk through with a large teapot for refills every once in awhile
(4)
Robert G.
This place is way too slow & no japanese staff. Recommend to find better sushi place.
(1)
Ching H.
LOVE THE SPICY TUNA SALAD. $7 dollars !! Great Portion, Great Price ! Chiryashi is melt in your mouth worthy ;) can't go wrong and the green tea is on point. The ONLY place to get sushi..seriously I love sushi, and have had so many terrible experiences. This is the only place that you can come back to and always expect the same great food.
(4)
Ruth C.
Four star food at five star values-- an experience almost as good as Sushi Taro at a more affordable price point. The small lot in back rarely has room. Lots of street parking in the area, plus the underground garage down the block. Ambiance is on the money (bright, casual but not sloppy), service is reserved but efficient. Waits can get long since it's a pretty small establishment, but Church St makes for a pleasant stroll. This is basically one of the places I put off reviewing for as long as possible because I'm selfish. There was a time when I would pit Sushi Yoshi against any other suburban sushi joint, and while freshness is still there I find the execution varies. More often than not, great knifework is evident across the board and the portioning is generous. I don't mind corner-cutting when it's done well, and any piecemeal nigiri I've encountered has always been molded securely. Chirashi lunch was okay but not my thing-- filling thanks to rice volume, but it doesn't sate my protein craving as much when the fish is diced so small. Tamago was pleasantly creamy... heck, raw quality is commendable enough that there isn't anything to warn you against. Vegetable tempura are pretty standard, well-drained and cooked through. Hot tea is wholesome. The few rolls I've sampled have been decent, but this is definitely the sushi joint to hit as a purist.
(4)
Christian V.
Hands down the best Chirashi, Sushi and Sashimi in the area. Blue Ocean is pretty good too but doesn't quite measure up. Place is a bit tight so reservations are a must unless you arrive really early. The Uni is always fresh. Bento Boxes are standard, nothing really special. Haven't tried the rolls much but the Fried Ice Cream is decent. Chirashi portions are unusually large so bring your appetite!
(4)
Ritzie C.
I've only been here for lunch a few times and the quality and value are amazing. I've had the chirashi and the sashimi lunches and I was really impressed with the food I received for the price. Looking around at other tables, the chirashi is clearly a popular lunch choice. It comes in two dishes - one with about 5 cups of sushi rice, elaborately decorated with various garnishes, and the second with all of your sliced, fresh fish. The sashimi lunch comes with a dozen or so slices of fish, a little mound of spicy tuna, and a small bowl of steamed rice. The chirashi and sashimi are priced at $13 and $14, respectively, and both come with miso soup and a salad. I also want to mention that the chirashi here has RUINED me for eating chirashi anywhere else. No where else will you get nearly the same quality and quantity presented here. I haven't tried any rolls but since people seem to love them here, I'll make sure to try them next time. Helpful tip: call and make a reservation - (even for lunch) because the restaurant is tiny and it tends to get very crowded. Another tip: They are not open for lunch on Mondays.
(5)
Ron H.
I have been putting off going here time and time again because I've never had the time to adequately sit in for a meal in Vienna. I live in Lake Ridge but I work in Vienna, so I'm usually getting my food to go, or have to rush eating in. I've heard so much about this place, I didn't want to rush the experience. In the end, the wait was well worth it. This is quite frankly one of the best sushi restaurants in Northern Virginia. From the quality of food, the presentation, cleanliness and service. Sushi Yoshi is a must for the DC area Japanese cuisine enthusiast. I'm a big sashimi fan, and take it from me, I have ordered sashimi from a multitude of restaurants around northern Virginia. None have come close to the quality of cuts from Sushi Yoshi. Thick slices of amazing fish of all varieties from tuna to salmon - so fresh, cold and scrumptious! They have a wide selection of sake, bento box dinners, katsu, tempura, noodles and soups. The offerings at this restaurant are a real treat if you like Japanese food. The only minus is the size of the establishment which can get a little cramped during peak hours. Cleanliness is on the immaculate scale. Enjoy some Japanese in historic Vienna, Virginia...you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Jenny P.
I phoned in to ask if they had nabeyaki udon on the menu. They didn't but was happily willing to make it for me! So nice of them. They also packaged the udon noodles and fried tempura separately from the broth, which rendered to a perfect udon when I returned to my hotel room... Crisp yet light tempura, many layers of flavor in the udon broth and delicious udon noodles. Perfect for a cold Spring night. I returned the following night around 6:30 to try the sushi but found out that most of the empty tables were already reserved until 8:30 pm so reservations seem to be highly recommended here.
(4)
Laura B.
Many of my friends have recommended Yoshi, but every time we tried to go, there weren't any tables available. Today we made a reservation for lunch and finally got to eat there. Big disappointment. We ordered very "middle of the road" food -- Bento boxes and sushi rolls -- and none of it was good. The rolls were poorly wrapped, lacked any crunchy element, and didn't taste fresh. The beef teriyaki was dry and stringy, the salmon was dry and old. The tempura was greasy. I don't know what that dumpling thing was, but it tasted nasty. Even the garnish looked fatigued. None of us finished anything, but my daughter felt bad about it and insisted on taking the leftovers in a box; she ended up throwing it away on our walk home. The servers were pleasant and efficient, and presumably not to blame for the bad experience. I guess we hit Yoshi on a bad day, but since there is a nearby restaurant we all love (Sweet Ginger), we won't be going back.
(1)
Nancy K.
After being in the NOVA area for a while and frequenting Sushi Yoshi again, I have decided that their chirashi cannot be beat. It is delicious and deserves to up the rating for this business. I still wish that some of their other sushi offerings were just as good as the chirashi but I can't really ask for more since this is probably the best sushi restaurant around.
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Rainshadow L.
Horrible and awful service. My friends wanted to check this spot because of buzz. Several times I went there, their service was horrible as usual. Food was ok. Uni was good. Others were bland, but just with different presentation from other Japanese restaurants. Food cannot win over their horrible service.
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Robert C.
Service: I called in my order to go on a Friday night. They took it accurately and efficiently. They quoted a 20 min time and I got there in 10. When I arrived they were slammed but quickly attended to me, processed my check, and checked on my order. They apologized it was not yet ready even though I was early. I waited for a little bit and a chef came out at one point and made sure I was being helped. I got my food and I was off. Overall the staff was extremely friendly and attentive...A+. Food: the ebi and tuna nigiri were great. Delicious and fresh tasting. The rolls were pretty good, but my main complaint is that the crunch rolls weren't really crunchy at all. I live very close to the restaurant so I don't think travel was an issue. I'll have to see of things are better in this regard when eating in the restaurant. As mentioned above, this place is very popular at least on Friday nights so I would definitely recommend a reservation. It seems like a really fun and lively place to have dinner.
(4)
Theresa T.
Small Japanese restaurant tucked in the neighborhood. It seems to be a popular place as there were couple of tables reserved when we got there around 6:30 on a Saturday. We were initially told there won't be table available until 8 but they were able to accommodate us at one of the tables outdoor. We ordered a variety of nigiris and couple of rolls. Fish was passably fresh. Food was nothing spectacular but overall passable. Friendly staff, great prices, decent food - a solid 3 star neighborhood joint.
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Brian S.
As I write this review I can't help but want to give it four stars..Unfortunately the roll which is named after the place was just no good. It'd get a 3.75 if i could. I ordered the -Sushi Yoshi roll - wrapped in rice paper I found it to be a little soft and hard to pick up. I only ate two pieces and that was enough for me to decide that I didn't like it. It was too sweet and the texture was a huge disappointment. -mexican roll - Could have used a little more heat in it...It wasn't too spicy at all. The Jalepeno sauce didn't have much of a kick to it. -Mark roll - It was good, but a little too big for my liking. It was too big to eat in one bite which is how I think sushi should be. The hijiki sauce was sweet and tasted good, One complaint is the appearance of it...It was thick and black and overall just not appealing...it tasted grate but looked terrible. -tim tim roll- Had a nice spice to it. Overall this was probably my favorite roll. It had good texture from the crunchy shrimp and it had a nice kick to it. -half order of crunchy spicy tuna with avocado - Overall it was good, but the tuna wasn't nearly spicy enough for my liking. I honestly couldn't even tell it was "spicy". I really liked that you could order half of a roll for a lot of the items. It allows you to try a bunch of different rolls without getting too much. the service was friendly, we went and there we no tables available so without reservations we sat at the sushi bar.
(3)
Jacob F.
I know everyone is saying it, but the chirashi is wonderful! If you're there at dinner time, get the Spicy Tekka Don. You get five enormous "scoops" of two different kinds of spicy tuna and the chirashi rice you can see in all the different photos here. Absolutely wonderful and difficult to eat the entire thing.
(5)
Robert S.
Not for the traditional sushi enthusiasts. More for the novels and non-discriminating tastes.
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Chad K.
Sushi Yoshi is one of my favorite Japanese restaurants, especially for lunch. I got turned around twice before I found out that I should make a reservation even for lunch, however when I had their Chirashi, I understood why the place was so busy. One of the best Chirashi in the area!
(5)
Jamil S.
Sushi Yoshi developed a reputation in our Vienna as a good, cosy place to have a good and a nice meal. Lunch prices are good, appetizers are good although I had to return back a grilled eel that did not taste like an eel- soft and moist. Yoshi is good but not hospitable, no refills on soft drinks. I was not the only one shocked but also a table next to mine with six Japanese Americans medical providers when they asked to get a second on their sodas. Yoshi needs to be generous and allow refills.
(3)
Doug S.
Great sushi place - fresh fish and affordable. I've been here several times and each time has been great. Tried the sashimi, sushi, and rolls. Everything was very good. Best bang for the buck is probably the Chirashi.
(5)
Joanna T.
I am definitely a fan of this place and similar to other reviews, their chirashi is a great value. You get 16-20 quality pieces of different types of fish paired with a plate full (and I mean a lot) of sushi rice topped with a fun mix of seaweed salad, shredded sweet multi-layered egg, pickled veggies etc. I also highly recommend their spicy tuna salad. Sometimes I even have that along with a side of miso soup w/ salad and it is a great meal. Important Note: Make sure you make a reservation in advance. You could try to call the day of, but I recommend the day before. If you walk-in, they might squeeze you in but I do mean literally squeeze you into a small window of say, 30 minutes, to QUICKLY dine in and dine out. That is my one pet peeve about how they manage their reservation system.
(4)
Sallie L.
Had regular Chirashi, Uni, Amaebi, Vegas roll, Softshell crab roll & Spicy Tuna. All very good and fresh. The Chirashi had great choices although a bit different than the traditional Chirashi and Uni and Amaebi was pretty small but the quality was top notch. Will be back here again!
(5)
R M.
Best sushi place in the area! Try the spicy tuna salad or the chirashi dishes. Fresh fish, great taste, and great prices. The restaurant is small, so call ahead.
(5)
Naz B.
All I remember about Sushi Yoshi is a general feeling of contentment and a belly full of delicious maki..... If I must try and remember, I recall we tried the Mexican, Dragon, Bagel, Spicy Salmon, Spicy Crunchy Tuna and veggie rolls. They were all amazing. I would especially recommend the Mexican roll. There was one more roll that had salmon in it and was baked. My friends loved this roll (it came about 20m after all the other sushi since it had to be oven baked) but the salmon was too cooked for me. The squid karaage was nothing short of spectacular. Only squid legs were used in this which may turn some people off but I loved the texture. My least favourite part of the meal was the tea. Their free tea has a very strong barley flavour which threw me off. I asked for some oolong tea (and was okay paying for it). It came in a teapot and thinking there was a tea bag in there, I let it steep for about 10m. It tasted alarmingly similar to water and I didn't try it after the first couple of sips. I do hope they find a better oolong tea by my next visit. Our servers were friendly and fielded all our questions. I do highly recommend reservations as it was packed on a Sat night. In fact, we somehow got really lucky at scoring a table on short notice without a reservation (we observed people waiting for a table during the meal). I cannot wait to go back and relive that feeling of sushi contentment!
(4)
Alex A.
Best chirashi ever!!! They're strict on the early bird/happy hour prices though -- even though my party was waiting to be seated for a while, and was seated before happy hour was over, they refused to give us a happy hour menu because happy hour was about to end. If it weren't for that, I'd give them 5 stars.
(4)
Jessica L.
I can't believe I haven't written a review for Sushi Yoshi 'til now! It is, hands down, one of the best sushi establishments I've ever been to in NoVA. Make sure to make reservations if you want to (okay, you actually have to) check this place out. This place fills up quickly! I am a huge fan of chirashi, and their chirashi deluxe was absolutely to die for. There were VERY generous servings of fresh yellowtail, salmon, white tuna, salmon roe, and tuna that were served alongside a delicious mound of rice and assorted vegetables. I really loved the lotus root that was served with the rice as well, it was a very tasty touch. Keep in mind that if you order this dish on your own you will probably end up taking some home! Even though I was starving when I got there for dinner, I feel like I didn't even put a dent in the dish. It also came with a miso soup and salad with ginger dressing, so even more to try to stuff in your stomach! My mouth is watering just reminiscing about this experience, I can't wait to go back!
(5)
Michele L.
This is one of my favorite places for Japanese food. The chirashi is impressive - you get a huge plate packed with rice, veggies, egg, shrimp, and other pickled goodies. If that wasn't enough, they bring you a second plate filled with a variety of sashimi. The Tekka Don is also very good - very similar but with tuna sashimi only. I tend to shy away from their bento boxes. The main items (teriyaki meat and tempura) are decent but I did not care for the side dishes. I am still not certain what some of these side items were, but I just remember eating something fried and cold - not a combo I care for. Good salad, miso soup, and tea. Stick with the sushi and sashimi! Don't forget to make a reservation!
(4)
Hunter Z.
Personal favorite. One of the only two restaurants I go for Japanese food. The other one is Niwano Hana. Sushi Yoshi is most famous for their sushi and sashimi. It's fish tastes the most fresh compare to all Japanese restaurants I tried. Rolls are good but not perfect. One tip - always check and make reservations. The restaurant is popular but the place is small.
(5)
Hoon C.
I got my chance to taste their food again in a long time. I'm not sure that the management has changed but the food doesn't seem as good as it used to be. They were still very busy on a Saturday afternoon with all the tables taken and a few people waiting outside. Most of the sushi chefs are no longer Japanese nor Asian... only one was from what we were able to see. The food just seemed average or a little better than average. We had an assortment of sushi, specialty rolls, standard rolls, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, and udon. Nothing really stood out. It wasn't nor was it great. So I'd give it a 3 1/2 stars.
(3)
S H.
I've heard really good things about this place so I was excited to try it out. The food was great. I ordered sashimi and three rolls. The Tim Tim roll and Costa Rica roll was awesome. The atmosphere is quiet, small and cozy. Good place for a date night. It's just the service here that really brought my rating down to a 3. It seemed really busy so I did not mind waiting 10 minutes to be approached by a waitress and with water. She seemed overwhelmingly busy but at this point, again, I did not mind because I, too, am a waitress in Arlington and I know what it feels like on a busy night. But overall, the food and atmosphere is fantastic. Feels very authentic. Oh, by the way, never order the Garden roll. It's HUGE and just not appetizing at all.
(3)
Chiyon Y.
I heard great review on this place, so I was quite disappointed with my experience. The only really good item was the scallop and pork belly appetizer. The scallops were cooked to perfection and the pork belly melted in your mouth. The Tempura Soba/Udon which was good. I mean a Japanese restaurant that has bad udon would go out of business in no time! I tried three rolls: Vienna Roll, Mark Roll, and. Sushi Yoshi Roll. I have never seen rolls so badly rolled up. That made them messy as they weren't rolled tightly and all the ingredients would fall out. Out of the three, the Vienna was the most decent one. The buckwheat noodle isn't bad. Mark had a lot of mayonnaise and that black rice sprinkle was awfully hard and hurt my teeth. Just made me not want to deal with it. Finally the Sushi Yoshi... intrigued by the rice paper and it's named after the restaurant, so it has to be good? I found out I'm definitely not a fan of mango sauce with my sushi rolls. The sweetness was overpowering and masked the flavors of the roll itself.
(2)
Dominique F.
Pretty good affordable sushi. Especially enjoyed some of the special rolls including the mexican and the scallop one. Would definitely be back. Surprised some people said you need a reservation. I came here on a Thursday for dinner and was seated right away.
(4)
Jackie L.
Fantastic! We will be coming back! Sushi is so fresh and a healthy portion with the best pricing for what you are getting. We are happily stuffed walking away every time! It is best to call for a reservation, even for lunch. The place packs up quickly. They open at 11:30 for lunch and it is quickly filled up by noon. The "first" seating won't be done until an hour later, so plan accordingly.
(5)
Ian F.
Come here for the lunch special (which they also have on weekends). Get the chirashi lunch special. 15 pieces of fish and a bed of rice which includes a piece of shrimp, eel, and 2 pieces of tomago (egg) along with some other meat for $12.95. Great deal for lunch.
(5)
Christopher S.
Wed 10/16/13 5:00PM Came here for sushi happy hour. 2 sea urchin, 2 surf clam, 2 scallop, 2 salmon, 2 salmon belly, 2 white tuna, 2 yellow tail, 1 spicy scallop & avocado roll, and a 22oz bottle of Kirin Ichiban. The pieces were skimp, and we felt a bit rushed throughout the entire meal. The quality of fish was okay.
We had the couple special and the quality of the fish is amazing! We only ordered nigiri and sashimi. Definitely for sushi purist and make sure you make reservations. Place is very busy and so tiny!
(4)
Lisa N.
Watch out Tachibana and Yama, there's a new favorite Sushi place in town! As my craving for raw fish came on, my boyfriend and I decided to try this place out. The evening did not start out as smooth as I had hoped because we couldn't find the restaurant! After parking and walking around, we finally saw it... hiding behind trees at the corner of a building was Sushi Yoshi. Crowded as can be inside and outside on a Tuesday night, we waited in the doorway next to 3 other parties, yet no hostess was to be seen! After looking around to be helped, we were finally seated at the bar. Although we weren't too happy at first, our friendly waitress and the amazing food definitely made up for it. As yelp recommended, we tried the chirashi. YOUNG'S CHIRASHI DELUXE ($28): Although it may seem pricey, this order is worth it! We wished we only shared this because it came with a mountain of rice, fresh vegetables, lotus roots, eel, shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, etc... The sashimi comes on the side and WOW, was there a lot of it. Fresh and generous portions of salmon, tuna, yellowtail, white tuna, sea urchin, salmon roe, clam, toro... the list goes on! I will come back again and again for this dish!! We also ordered some hand rolls which were nothing too out of the ordinary, but definitely worth the price (~$5/each). Overall, Sushi Yoshi has the best overall value for any Japanese restaurant I've seen in this area. Not only is the fish fresh, but its also relatively inexpensive. I would suggest making reservations so you don't end up having to wait for a table!
(5)
Hain L.
Tuesday night, I was on my way back from Dulles with the biggest sushi cravings during rush hour. Then of course, Yelp came to the rescue and help me get my fill of delicious sushi and wait out the horrible 495 traffic. Sushi Yoshi is in a cute little brick building with a darling garden and outdoor seating in a cute neighborhood. There were a plenty of street parking when I was there. We caught the last 10 minutes of happy hour so we ordered from the HH menu even without looking at the regular menu, although, now I wish I had ordered their famous chirashi. The shrimp tempura was light, crisp, piping hot and delicious. The basic rolls like spicy tuna, salmon and avocado, etc were all delicious but what really caught me by surprise was the eel. I usually don't like eating eel in the US because they are usually overcooked, super fishy, and drenched in sickeningly sweet eel sauce (I miss how koreans do fresh grilled eel!). But the eel at Sushi Yoshi was soft, delicate and delicious. Yum! I also got a piece of salmon belly sashimi which was very good. Vienna is a far hike for me so I probably won't brave the traffic just for sushi but I'd definitely go back here the next time I'm in NoVa.
(4)
Fadi S.
Busy place . Make sure to make a reservation . Average service . Good Sushi .
(3)
Gigi M.
I am downgrading the rating for this place because they stopped appreciating their customers. In the past month I probably ordered sushi from them at least half a dozen times. Last time I went to pick up the food, my bill and food was just placed in front of me and the hostess walked away. There are times when you try to place a call and the line is just busy, and just now I tried to place an order and was placed on "hold" while I could hear them speak for at least 5 minutes. While eating inside the establishment, we were also rushed twice, although we had reservations. Seeing your regular customers order for carry out or dinning in should make one appreciate their business, not take it for granted.
(3)
Tanya C.
Came here when we are in VA to visit some friends. The restaurant is really cute but a bit small. It was definitely full when we went in at 1:30pm. We made reservations so we didn't have to wait. I had some eel, spicy tuna crunch rolls, white tuna crunch, scallop rolls etc. The sushi was really good and the service was pretty quick. Overall it was a great meal!
(4)
Taryn L.
We've been back *countless* times since our inaugural visit, this despite the fact that it requires at least a 30-minute drive both ways out of DC and through Tyson's Corner, which I typically avoid at all costs. Two visits ago we brought two friends who are chefs at a fine dining establishment in NOLA and they could only sing Yoshi's praises. This last time we tried the Yellow Roll, perfect for those in the mood for something refreshing and fruity, not to mention the sumptuous salmon piled on top, but for us, this roll was bested by the Caterpillar Roll, stuffed with some of the best eel and avocado I've had the pleasure of devouring. Spicy Lotus Root Salad kicked it off for us; crisp and creamy, if it's possible to be both, with the thinly sliced root coated in sesame oil. What everyone says about the chirashi is also true - must opt for it at least once. And this time I discovered that they allow for some sake tastings! So while my hubs enjoys sharing splitting a bottle of hot sake rather than cold, I was still able opt for one cup of the smooth, cool rice wine on the side. In general, though, the bottom line is that this place offers the freshest fish in the area (and I'd give it a wide berth), so it's tough to go wrong. I was sorry to read a recent review where someone experienced "low quality" fish. This is surely a rare experience here, indeed. PS? The prices rock. We indulged without a second thought of price between the two of us in several pieces of sashimi each, appetizer salad, the house miso and soup, a large bottle of sake, a couple sake tastings and four rolls (two specialty) for $57. For seriously good fish. Deal. PPS Stop by Plush for dessert if you don't opt for it here.
(5)
Eric C.
Thanks Yelp!! Because of the 88 highlights for Chirashi, I ordered the Chirashi. and boy did it not disappoint!! Generous portions of fish and wow that rice with all kinds of fixings on it... oh was it delicious! I went for lunch so it was like 13 bucks which was definitely worth the money! Its on a cute little street in Vienna, parking is a bit tough but well worth it! Not a large restaurant though so you may want to call for reservations!
(4)
Tomomi C.
I'm a Japanese person who lives in USA. I usually don't expect good Japanese Restaurant around here, but this place is amazingly good! I've tried so many Japanese Restaurants, but none of them are good as here. If anyone want to try good and real Japanese food, please go to this Sushi Yoshi. When I eat here, I feel like I'm in Japan eating at a neighborhood Restaurant:D It makes me so happy here. Lunch time is a very reasonable price and will make you happy to eat fresh Japanese Food. After all, it's very hard to find a Japanese Restaurant owned by a Japanese owner:D
(5)
Christina P.
The place was kinda hidden since the sign was blocked by trees, but I finally found it and am so glad I did! The sushi was delicious and well-priced. The servers were very nice and quick to help. Just in case there are others who have bad luck finding new places like me, it's located by the Alegria restaurant.
(5)
Noah K.
I've sat and dined here once several months ago; ordered for take out once just recently. I would have to say that the food experience dining wise was much better than the food experience take out wise. Dining wise, my father and I decided to try the place out considering we live a mere 5 minutes from it. The parking is a little bit on the tightside, considering the location of the restaurant is packed in near the local clock shop and Bizens - which means that parking is extremely limited in that area specifically. You could park in the street or near the caboose alternatively. Our waitress was pleasant and clearly understood what we wanted despite a slight communication barrier. I ordered a bowl of udon noodles while my dad got himself, something I cannot recall. I ordered some salmon, tuna, and inari on the side. The udon was fine, but the sushi was a bit off. It tasted as if it had been sitting out for a little too long. Fish has that natural smell, but the salmon and tuna I had had a stronger, potent smell to them. Not rotten, but somewhat overwhelming to the nose. The inari seemed fine. We opted out of any drinks but water. Only a few weeks ago, my sister has become a real experimenter with sushi. She has just gotten into it and cannot stop trying different variations. We ordered some spicy salmon rolls, plain salmon and smoked, inari, and a California roll. My sister claims her rolls were delicious, and maybe so. However, my salmon was dry and disheveled. It tasted fine, but the outer fleshy layer of the fish was dry. The smoked salmon was slightly dry as well. And the inari seemed incredibly moist. I'm used to having inari with the slightly moist covering over the rice, giving it a rich and sweet flavor. My inari nearly squished itself as I attempted to pick it up. I'm willing to give this place one more chance at a later date, but I'm ok not attending for a while.
(3)
Wesley L.
My family and I used to go to the very similarly sounding Sushi Oishii in Gaithersburg when my parents lived in Potomac, but they live in McLean now and were referred to Sushi Yoshi by several friends who know what legit Japanese cuisine is like. First off, it's actually owned by Japanese people, which is not as common as you'd think. Markups on Japanese food are very attractive and many non-Japanese Asians like to open Japanese restaurants. That said, it was fantastic. The agedashi tofu was splendid, as were the vegetable spring rolls (ordered for my caucasian fiance but thoroughly enjoyed by all), the pork cheeks and the grilled fish (can't remember which we ordered. But it was great.) I had the spicy tekka don which came with a spectacular presentation and tons of yummy extras on the rice like seaweed, tamago, pickled daikon, ginger, etc. It was beautiful and so delicious. Sister tried the bento box which was huge and came with the great variety you'd expect. Mom did the vegetable chirashi which was excellent. And my dad ordered the sushi deluxe which wowed and almost was too much food for my dad, who is not easily wowed, nor whose appetite is easily satisfied. Fiance had the chicken katsu which was juicy, crispy and amazing. All in all, great experience and I'm sure my family will be going back quite often. And I agree with all the other reviewers who recommended reservations. We got there right at 5 and by 5:30, most of the tables were taken up or reserved.
(5)
Jess Y.
I've come here twice: once for happy hour and once for dinner. The happy hour specials are great for cheap, high-quality sushi, but the opportunity cost is that the selection is slim and you can only order the "regular" stuff. The salmon belly is particularly delicious. For dinner, we ordered a few rolls and shared the Chirashi which is an amazing deal (even more amazing at lunch time). A Chirashi is basically the chef's selection of raw fish over a bed of rice. I've ordered a chirashi at other restaurants before, but nothing compares to this chirashi because what comes out when you order a chirashi at sushi yoshi is like an edible sushi rainforest. It is a beautifully-arranged and colorful melange of lettuce, tempura, lotus root, tamago, radishes, and a bunch of other delicious vegetables over a bed of scrumptious rice. The generous selection and variety of sashimi is served on the side to be eaten with your gigantic rainforest masterpiece. It makes eating it an adventure because seriously, you keep digging in it and you uncover new surprises to eat your raw fish with. Service is prompt and you are given a small ginger soy salad and miso soup with your meal. The restaurant is tiny though and waits are common on the weekends. I would call ahead for reservations if you don't want to be standing around awkwardly peering down other people while they are eating their food.
(5)
Xinyi T.
my favorite japanese restaurant in the area hands down! the Chirashi they give u is huge! they give you a pretty big variety of raw fish. It's my fiancee's favorite. I love their sushi here. especially during Happy Hour. I don't really have a favorite, i like them all! the sushi lunch is good. it's pretty big too. if you feel like eating noodle, i really like the chicken curry udon. the udon is chewy and with the curry, it's amazing! i recommend making reservation for this place no matter when you are going. the place is small and it gets really packed! the staffs are friendly. the place is nice, clean and cute. I love this place and I definitely recommend it.
(5)
tina b.
Awesome sushi. Very fresh fish. Ordered a Couple of rolls along with the chirachi. Delicious!!! Definitely recommend.
(5)
Michelle S.
I've came here before many times and was very pleased with their food and service everyone. However, my most recent visit was beyond frustrating. I walk in with a friend a little before noon. The place looked packed but I saw at least four tables empty and the patio was completely empty. The hostess asked if we had a reservation and when I told her no, she said they can't seat is because we didn't have a reservation. You're telling me I need a damn reservation for lunch time when clearly there are tables available?? I'm sorry, no that ain't cool.
(2)
Jessica M.
I have been to this place several times with my friends. Although reservation is a must and parking space is limited, they serve the best Chirashi in Northern Virginia. I tried all of their Lunch Bento, but they were just mediocre. If you are going to this place for the first time, I recommend Chirashi or other Sashimi dishes. The staff were always friendly when I was there.
(5)
Leslie J.
A couple friends of ours recommended this place to us, and we ended up quite pleased during our visit. Came by on a Friday night where it was a total full house. Luckily, we were able to snag the last two seats by the bar. We ordered the Sashimi Deluxe as a precursor to their special rolls. (I know, "faaat" but that's just how we roll). It.Was.Amazing. Chef Yoshi and his crew offered up some beastly thick slices of grade A fish. Wow. You have to try it. I think we ended up enjoying the sashimi more than the special rolls we ordered (although those were delicious as well). Note: Before we decided on ordering the sashimi, we asked if they had Toro (a favorite) in house, and they did, so they were able to accommodate and include that into the Sashimi Deluxe. Hooray! Special Rolls: Spicy Scallop & Avocado - Very fresh and had a nice kick to it. Spicy Crunchy Tuna & Avocado - No complaints, tasted just like it should with a little crunch to every bite. Tim Tim Roll - spicy baby shrimp and crunchy tempura wrapped in white tuna and avocado served with spicy sauce. (This was the favorite out of the bunch). Sushi Yoshi Roll - spicy tuna, avocado, crab meat and lettuce wrapped in rice paper sprinkled with roe and served with mango sauce (Unfortunately, it didn't taste as good as it sounded on the menu -- the mango sauce was absorbed by the rice paper, which made it totally damp and less appetizing to eat. This caused all the meat and lettuce to fall out of the roll). I hate to say it, but I think Sushi Yoshi may just have made its way to the top of my sushi list (in Vienna) over Sushi Yama. I love and will always enjoy Yama, but Yoshi may have just claimed the trophy for its more humble, subdued location, freshness, and overall appeal. This is definitely an awesome alternative to Yama if you want to change things up.
(4)
SD H.
The food here never disappoints, just be sure if you're stopping by on a Friday or Saturday night to make a reservation. Seating is limited, which makes for a cozy dining room, but they've been known to turn away walk-ins. This place is popular for good reason... quality sushi for exceptional prices. Try the pork belly and scallop appetizer! From the specialty sushi rolls - try the "Mark Roll" (lobster) is another favorite - the texture of the crispy and soft rice is outstanding. Spicy scallop roll is also great.
(4)
Anna A.
Went here for lunch. Food is great. You MUST call and reserve ahead of time. The place is tiny!
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Y C.
The best Chirashi I have had on the east coast. Huge portions of fresh sashimi (separately served from the rice plate). Lots of ingredients on the rice plate and very tasty. At a price of $12.95, it is great value!
(5)
Margy T.
Came in when the place was completely full (kind of a small place) but didn't have to wait very long at all. The service was very nice and prompt. But the sushi... Oh my god. Hands down the best sushi I've had, ever. Granted I'm a bit of a new beginner when it comes to sushi, but the freshness and combinations were delicious. Absolutely will be back! (Lasagna rolls were amazing!)
(5)
Patricia M.
Soy Challot dressing is fabulous!! O.k. that out of the way, this is one of my all time fav sushi places. The fish is definitely fresh. The eel is wonderful as well! Haven't had a bad experience yet, and I go there about once every ten days. (I work above and diagonal from the place)The prices are great, and some of the rolls are even named after some local Vienna landmarks. The service is even better. Always friendly, and I love it as you are leaving, the sushi chef's yell out thank you and good bye!!
(4)
Angela C.
For those vegetable croquettes, yes and yay! I'm a fan. Those fried suckers were delicious. I didn't try the sushi (can't because I'm pregnant) so can't speak to that unfortunately, but did try the eel over rice and was a bit disappointed. I wish they could debone the eel so it wouldn't be as difficult to eat. I actually couldn't finish the dish because I was tired of spitting out little bones and I'm sure my friend didn't enjoy that visual either. Maybe it was me and I just didn't how to debone it? In any case, it was also a bit pricey for the amount of eel (about 5 pieces) on a ginormous bed of rice, but it had good flavor. Will come back again for those croquettes and want to try the sushi since it seems like that's the rave here.
(4)
A K.
Vienna's best sushi. Great sushi, excellent chirashi. Lots of Japanese eat here, which suggests where us non-Japanese should go. Space a bit cramped and service can be a bit slow/inconsistent but definitely recommended.
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Olivia P.
i've been to lots of famous sushi places in nova, but yet this is the best one so far. this place is really really tiny so you have to wait inorder to get a table, but i think it worth waiting. otherwise just make a reservation in advance to avoid the waiting time. i usually start with sashimi crepe, chirashi for the main, and green tea tempura ice cream to finish up. they're the best combo ever. the best sushi in town love it
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S H.
Maybe Saturday was an "off day". First visit, based purely on Yelp. Got there at 11:40, ten minutes after they opened for lunch. The small restaurant was already pretty crowded (good sign, right?). Ordered, got salads/soups in 5 minutes or so. Got sushi 45 minutes later. The 2 other tables who ordered ahead of us also got their meals in around the same timeframe, both taking the extra step of complaining to the waitress, once they could flag one of them down. I am not one to rush sushi, but we are talking 35 pieces, all pretty basic. VERY bland, boring, nothing special. CERTAINLY not worth the wait and trouble.
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Abe L.
The fish is very tasty most of the time. Unfortunately my recent dining experience may prevent me from making the trek down here from Baltimore ever again. The fish was all very fresh - so that was great. But the experience was ruined by mushy sushi rice with an obscenely unbalanced rice:fish ratio, which really destroyed the meal. Also - I had ordered "fresh" wasabi (from the root) for which there is an additional charge. When the sushi all came out, I looked and saw the wasabi was instant (tube or powdered) and I asked about the fresh wasabi I had ordered - the waitress INSISTED it was fresh. I asked her to please bring me a new one - and out came the proper wasabi. WTH? No apology. Then - upon starting the meal - I reviewed everything we ordered in my head - and I remembered I had ordered the Live Scallop dish ($9.99) but instead I received 1 single nigiri (priced ~$2.50). When I questioned her - she said the order was correct. When I insisted on seeing my order sheet - she brought it over and then said - "Oh we gave you the wrong order" - She did not apologize, nor did she agree to bring out the proper order. I had to ask her to correct the bill. Anyhow - it's too bad - this place was really good for awhile. Also - the pork belly was totally dried out. And the miso soup tasted like water. Such a disappointment. This was probably my 7th or 8th time here - and alas - I think my last.
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Sandy C.
Admittedly, I'm not a sushi connoisseur, so this review can be taken with a grain of salt. I won't go back to Sushi Yoshi. I had a sushi plate (5 types, maybe) which was just marginal. My wife got shrimp teriyaki which was not good at all. There were many shrimp, but they were as rubbery as erasers. We split a fish cake appetizer special which was just OK and had 2 beers total. The bill was $65!!! I was really surprised. I've had much better sushi (for me) and non-sushi Japanese dishes for much less money right down the street. I know that it's a busy place and many of the customers are Japanese, so I'm sure it's not a bad restaurant, it's just not my cup of tea. I think the lesson is, if you like sushi and it's worth the money to you, then go to this restaurant. If you're just wishy-washy about sushi or you're planning on having a cooked dish, perhaps there are other places that will suit you better.
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James N.
i came here for lunch on the weekend. it was packed so i thought it was going to be a great experience. the sushi was good. but i wouldnt say it was memorable. i like the setup of the place. was a good atmosphere but the service was pretty bad. me and my gf sat at the sushi bar as all the seats were taken. we were placed in the corner of the sushi bar. basically the worst and hardest to access seats of the entire place. maybe that is why the waiter couldnt really access us that easily and i felt i got poor service. i know the place was busy but it took us a REALLY long time to receive our food. and it was worse because we sat at the sushi bar so watching the sushi chefs make the food just made us hungrier. but that is not the reason why i gave this place 3 stars lol. we were waiting for our food for about 20+ mins. and in hungry time thats like over an hour. this food was decent so i might try it out again when its not as busy and see how my experience is.
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Silvia C.
Impossibly hard to find! It took my friends and I about four times driving back and forth on Church Street back to Maple Avenue before realizing it was RIGHT there. The small sign hanging vertically on the side of the two story building was covered by trees... Aside from that, there's about five parking spots in the lot and then street parking. The parking on the street wasn't too bad considering we went on a Thursday night. Myself and three other of my friends went inside and we noticed not only was the restaurant tiny it was packed! There wasn't enough space between tables and even the waiters had a hide time navigating throughout tables. Luckily, we were seated within five minutes of arriving by a nice girl. She quickly handed out menus and left. Five minutes passed, no water or waiter, ten minutes passed, no water or menu... Finally, about 25 minutes past and finally, some WATER! We were so thirsty! By then we d had already decided on our selection of sushi and about 40 minutes later it finally arrived. I understand the place is small, crowded, and there were only 3 sushi chefs but wow 40 minutes for sushi is a bit of wait. The sushi rolls came in a sushi boat and we were thoroughly pleased with the taste and the presentation. We ordered the salmon/avocado roll, salmon/avocado/cream cheese roll, salmon skin roll, shrimp tempura roll, tuna roll, and a dragon roll. The total came out to be $54 and some change, pretty average price for sushi. Overall, the service was mediocre, probably because it was busy and the waiter just seemed to have too much going on but getting seated quickly was a plus. The sushi was decent, although the wait was too long. I probably would not come came back here because the service is suck-y! There are so many other sushi places in the area that provide better service with the same tasting sushi.
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JP i.
If I could give '0' stars, I would. Attempted to have sushi there for the first time, and was turned away because I didn't have a reservation. Seriously? On a Saturday? FOR LUNCH? In Vienna, for sushi? Taking reservations for seats at the bar is totally uncool Sushi Yoshi. You won't get a second chance from me.
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Mimi P.
UPDATE 10/23/2012 I've been back a at least a handful of times since this review and have been very uphappy with subpar service and being over charged for our lunch specials. Not only service has been bad, but also the quality of the sushi. The freshness of the sushi is a hit or miss. Therefore, I have decided to take away a star =( They still get 3 since I love their chirashi so much! ************************************ I can't believe it took me this long to find a MMmmmmm-delicious sushi place in NoVa. I only expect them to be FRESH and boy was it here. I've only encountered places that had either fresh sushi or good rolls, but never both. We we were seated immediately for a busy Saturday lunch. This place doesn't seat any more than 35 probably and boy were we lucky to arrive before the seats were filled because it stayed super busy the entire time I was there. I opted to sit at the bar because I love watching my sushi being prepared. My BF and I ordered three rolls: the salmon mango, tuna avocado roll, & cali roll. We also had the sashimi lunch special, and chirashi. All in all, the fresh sushi was perfect. I had some left overs and they were even more tasty as my late afternoon snack. The gals/waitresses there were very friendly and attentive. I've become a fan and will be definitely coming back here.
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Karen Y.
We went here on a Friday night after hearing a friend rave about this place and getting a cheap gift certificate. The restaurant isn't very big, and the host was turning away people (or telling them to come later). So I highly suggest making a reservation prior to your visit. We decided to order a variety of sushi a la carte- rainbow roll, spicy crunchy tuna, and a couple others. The fish was fresh, but the rice seemed a little dry, not sticky enough, or something. It tended to fall into pieces whenever we picked up the sushi. Anyways, we also liked the ginger dressing for the salad. We ordered a few pieces of sashimi and another roll since we were still hungry. The fatty tuna was really good, squid & octopus were so-so for me. But...do NOT get the Salmon Skin, Scallion & Kaiware roll. It was so incredibly fishy that I couldn't really eat it. I'm not sure if it's usually like that since we ordered it for the first time to try it out. Overall, the sushi was okay - it didn't have a kind of "tastiness" to it where I'd be craving for more. Prices were average I suppose. I still have another gift certificate so I'll have to try some other stuff next time.
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diana l.
We came here mostly for the okonomiyaki which turned out to be a huge disappointment. The texture was completely off and there wasn't much cabbage in it. The regular sushi was just okay. But what really ticked me off was the toro. It was inedible. Sinewy, fishy, smelly, absolutely disgusting, definitely not fresh. I've never had such bad toro in my life. For a restaurant to serve that and charge a premium no less is despicable. For that they deserve negative stars! If you want sushi I recommend going to Tachibana instead.
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chau n.
awesome selection, very fresh and tasty fish, OK service. most likely my favorite of the vienna sushi joints, but it's very small so either come early, get a reservation, or be ready for a wait. also, it is slightly expensive.
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Julie C.
It was SO yummy! I had a great lunch here on a Saturday. Four of us arrived just 5 minutes after they opened and when we walked in all the tables were already reserved and we had to sit at the bar. It was still worth it for the excellent Sushi. We watch the three sushi chefs as they prepared our food and that of the other tables. I would definitely recommend this place for its food. Just be careful with calling in for reservation. It's a small restaurant so there isn't too much room to begin with.
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Peter K.
One of my favs! Price is good. Service is very good. Food is very good. Call ahead, can get very busy.
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Gurkie C.
Sometimes I wish Yelp allowed me to do half stars... I think I want to give them 4.5 As a vegetarian I was very pleasantly surprised there is a wider variety of vegetarian sushi rolls than I usually find on the a la carte menu. The first time I went there I ordered from this menu and enjoyed what I had, I tried some of the odd-er rolls just to try something different I didnt love them all but I did like the variety. The next time I tried the Vegetarian Chirashi and while I have no idea what parts of it were it was an adventure. Lots of pickled vegetables and ginger, some things were readily identifiable but a lot of it was just something new in each bite, overall it was yummy and exciting. I tried it again last time I was there and was pleased (?) to discover that it isn't the same each time you order it. The second time I had it there was mango in it as well, and I think it had some different pickled veggies... I say pleased (?) because it keeps up the adventure aspect but I really enjoyed the initial combination and might be disappointed by a future dish... Of the three times I went there I had reservations twice - and really I think the only time space was an issue was the time when I hadnt planned ahead. Although sitting at the sushi bar was interesting because you got to see some of the interesting rolls they were making people... There is a true artistry to the creation of those rolls! Also they have a veggie roll combo with something like 60 pieces which I eventually want to try :-) gotta round up my vegetarian sushi loving friends to order it though...
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Melanie W.
I have to agree with many of the reviews here. The food was solid, fish was fresh. Lots of options. Fantastic. However, the service needs improvement. And the comments about the kids are correct!! I don't think some of their staff likes kids. I grabbed an early dinner and of course there are kids around 5 and 6pm. A couple showed up with a child who needed a high chair. Since the restaurant is small, I over heard the host/waiter who sat them and he was not friendly. He even asked if they would be able to be out by 6:30pm. When do you go to dinner and have the host/waiter ask when you'll be leaving?? 2 stars for service improvement. Food was better than two stars.
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Paige B.
Braised pork belly. In Vienna. Haven't I said enough already? I'll admit, I loved the sushi at the now-defunct Kansai on Maple, and when they closed I thought my sushi days within the confines of Vienna were over. I had driven past Sushi Yoshi several times, and it looked cute from the outside, so I was mildly intrigued. What took me from intrigued to in the door? On a search for "gravy fries" (or disco fries, if you're Jersey - don't judge me, they're a little slice of heaven for the Snooki in all of us) in the DC/Metro area I stumbled upon review for Sushi Yoshi. The reviewer mentioned that the best pork belly to be had in the DC area was hiding on the appetizer menu at Sushi Yoshi. Um...SOLD. Though it was a Saturday night, we found seats outside immediately (is that a good sign, or a bad sign, we wondered at the time). Many bugs decided to join us for dinner, so we realized the relatively deserted patio didn't speak for the food so much as the sucktastically muggy/buggy weather. We ordered the pork belly appetizer (of course), and I had two rolls and a few pieces of nigiri - let me take a moment to recommend the Center St. Roll. Oh, Em, capital G. So tasty. Amidst my random assortment of nigiri and my tuna/avocado roll (I've got an avocado problem - what can I say?), this roll stood out. I was supremely impressed with the freshness of the fish here. I love tuna, and the slightly metallic aftertaste you often get with it in raw form? Totally MIA here, thankfully. And the white tuna? Total butter. Did I mention they serve sea urchin and quail eggs? You're not going to find these things on your average, suburban sushi restaurant's menu. My husband ordered the Deluxe Sashimi dinner, and after only one, "what the heck did I just eat? Whatever it was, it was tasty!" moment, he had plowed through the entire platter, declaring it, "the freshest tasting fish I've had at a sushi restaurant." I have no clue what ocean the chef at Sushi Yoshi has hiding in his pocket, but the freshness of the fish here is unparalleled in the area. The only negative? (Other than the end of the meal, when we were too stuffed to order more.) Those cute little patio tables and chairs? Uncomfortable like WHOAH. I love sitting outside (even with a plate of raw fish in front of me), but my butt did NOT enjoy the experience. Write that down, Sushi Yoshi.
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E. P.
Love Sushi Yoshi, especially the unique appetizers, no place nearby has better and more authentic appetizers.
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Christine V.
We had a great first experience at this restaurant, however upon trying to return the last three times there is always some weird issue with just getting seated. The restaurant will be half full but they will tell you the tables are reserved and you will have to wait. First time we waited 25 minutes to be seated and in that time the other vacant tables that were "reserved" stayed empty. To add insult to injury, the entire time we dined, no one EVER showed up for those tables yet they remained "reserved". This has happened each time since. After the last time we decided to cross this restaurant off our list.
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Mr H.
Tiny restaurant but good sushi. The nabeyaki Udon is not as good as Yama, but the sushi is excellent. Particular fan of the chirashi. The "happy hour" has many inexpensive sushi options.
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Edward C.
I visited Sushi Yoshi for the 2nd time this weekend with 2 of my friends. I had absolutely loved my first visit, but wanted to try it a second time before I confessed my love for this place. Where to begin... Overall, this place just does everything right. It's hard to put a finger on it, but from the food to the service to the way I just feel good being there, it's really just as good as it gets. Food: This weekend I went for lunch, and I ordered a bento with yaki niku. It came with a salad that had the most delicious ginger shallot dressing. Honestly, the best salad I've had at a Japanese restaurant. The bento came with 3 california rolls and 3 pieces that were a chef's creation (unique!). My yaki niku was absolutely delicious, tender and well seasoned. The rice was cooked perfectly, and it was just an absolutely delightful and filling lunch. Everything was delicious. As a baseline, I also ordered an eel and avocado roll (my fav). It was good. Can't say anything else. My friend's sashimi platter came with what she described as the best tuna sashimi she's ever had. My other friend's salmon bento came with a large fillet that looked perfectly cooked. Remembering back to my first (equally awesome) visit, I had gone for dinner and I went all out, ordering multiple rolls, appetizers, noodles, etc. I just remember the coolest part being able to order things you simply can't get elsewhere - chef creations that can only come from highly skilled authentic sushi chefs. Things like salmon belly and fried tuna, amazing. At one point, I forgot about my friend's shellfish allergy and accidentally dipped shrimp into one of our noodle soups. Without hesitation, the waitress brought out a noodle soups on the house. If that's not spectacular service, I don't know what is. Ambiance and Service: The restaurant is tiny. I'm usually not a fan of tiny places, but I can't explain why I love this place being so tiny. Maybe it's because I like it so much, I don't want them to expand and lose sight on quality. There are maybe 10-15 tables in there, mostly 2-4 seaters. The waitresses are great and attentive. This weekend I arrived early. The waitress saw me sitting outside and took the initiative to ask how many were in my party. She went ahead and set up a table and invited me in to wait in warmth. Things like that just make me like this place. It's very rare I gush so much about a place. I had heard about Sushi Yoshi for a while from friends before I finally went. And even with all the hype, every single one of my friends and I just end up loving this place once we went. I promise I don't work for and are in no way related to the people who own this place. It's just easily my favorite sushi restaurant in the DC area.
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Madison H.
Wonderful sushi. Best I've had in ages. Great selection of sushi at really good prices. We only did takeout but it was great. I can't wait to sit down for some sushi at the sushi bar. I do love to watch them make it for me =]
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Krista C.
The best! Love the spicy tuna w/ avocado.
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Anne C.
Came back here w/ my gfs and the only available spot was a table outside...good sign...we got 10 bug bites before we finally said...ok let's see if there are seats at the bar! my friend and i both ordered chirashi...which was tasty, but service was below average. The girl i think was brand new possibly?? She got our checks messed up and looked at us confused when we asked for split checks. I think this place was fine, but nothing above average. Will i come back? Maybe...but I can't imagine myself craving this place out of the blue.
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Ken L.
Delicious and fresh sashimi with decent prices. I'd recommend the sashimi platter for 2, for 4,or for 6, if you're a lover.. It's a great value that comes with a variety of fish which comes out to be a lot cheaper than a la carte. They're all delicious! The only negative thing is parking, it could be tough during busy hours in that area.
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Chow N.
What a great place to enjoy a "light" Sunday sushi lunch. Weather was perfect outside and this restaurant even has a nice outdoor atrium where you can enjoy your food. The clientele was mostly Asian. I ordered a bunch of stuff. Sushi lunch, sashimi lunch, a salmon skin roll, a hamanegi roll, and several of their apps. The key to a good Japanese restaurant is their unique apps. I ordered the Madagascar shrimp tempura which included the fried heads, Yamakake with tuna, and the conch marinated in sake. The last app wasn't all that but the rest were pretty good. A usual, I overordered. What's new? Oh well....
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Joy L.
I have seen this place in the corner of Church St. and Center St. in old town Vienna. It looked so intimate and charming from the outside. We finally decided to try it since the Washingtonian rated it top 100 best places to eat in DC Metro for 2015. We made reservation as suggested by the writer and we sat at the sushi bar. It looks like this place may be Chinese owned but the names on the ABC Managers list all have Japanese sounding last names. One of the sushi chefs told me that he's Chinese though so I'm not sure. I think the best deal if you're ordering sushi is the sushi combos. We ordered the one for 2 people and it was a lot (30 pieces including 2 sliced rolls). The fish may not be be the same as listed but the variety we got was awesome. It is only for $36.95 and it came with 2 soups and salads. We also ordered sardines (which my husband said tasted a bit fishy), 2 regular size fatty tuna for $4.50 each (melts in your mouth good) and 2 yellow tail bellies ($2.75 each). We also ordered a large sake. Our bill was $68. Not bad! We were stuffed! Service was great as well. The only thing is they actual don't have Wi-Fi and signal is almost non-existent. No outside seating and the sushi bar counter is a bit high if you're on a shorter side.
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Liz C.
The only sushi I had tried before was take out, so I thought I didn't like it until I came here. I especially enjoyed the spicy tuna sushi!
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Johanna S.
Lets be real - People come here to eat their bangin' lunch special "chirashi" Why else would people come? The amount of sushi they give you with the rice and all the other things they give you. truly bombdotcom. namean? But to be honest, I am not a huge fan of their sushi rolls :X I would go to another place for sushi rolls but hey, their straight up sushi is fresh and good! Service is pretty good and on point. But then again, the restaurant is pretty tiny. The Ambiance is cute, I think. It has lights hanging off and you know that small restaurant feeling. I mean it's in downtown Vienna. What do you expect? :) Lastly, just go to this place for lunch with your coworkers or friends to get their chirashi. It's great! But make sure you call ahead and make reservations - they get packed quick.
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J M.
A lunch which included various rolls and other menu items. I'm not a big sushi eater so I engaged in conversation with our waitresses about their opinions of the options and they gave excellent suggestions which me and my, more sushi aware companion, enjoyed. Most times I've gone it's had long waits. Something to be aware of is the limited seating. Call a head in busy hours
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Julia L.
You can't go wrong with the rolls. Don't get the Katsu. I mean, I've had better. I was a little disappointed because this is supposed to be a really good sushi/sashimi restaurant in Virginia... But if this is the best.. I'm from Chicago and even the mediocre Chicago sushi places are better than here. TLDR: it's definitely not bad, but it's not the best.
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Belle D.
I came in on the weekend during lunch time, little did I know, a lot of people made reservations in advance. Lucky for my cousin and I, they were able to squeeze us in as long as we were out in 50 mins -- challenge accepted. Place - It's a small and tight place inside, bar area probably seats for 10, only one bathroom per gender, some outdoor seating arrangement, and tight wait area. Cost/Price - It's alright. I paid around $31 with tax for a full roll of shrimp tempura, agedashi tofu, and takoyaki. Food - I know, why review about shrimp tempura? No, I'm going to dish on their apps. Takoyaki is what I have been searching for. Here, it was alright.. Not like the ones in Hawaii and Boston. Usually I could tell if it's from a frozen bag, but the batter on this one was soft and mush. The flavor was there -- still searching for some authentic ones. My friend recommended me to try agedashi tofu -- it was meh, nothing special. Service - Good. Despite how packed it was, we were able to get what we needed. No complaints here. This place is a well deserved 3.5 stars, but I rounded down. All in all, good place if you don't feel like searching for another sushi restaurant.
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Kate M.
My boyfriend and I went here for dinner on a Thursday at 6. When we arrived, the restaurant was pretty empty, but the hostess told us that they had one table open(?) that was reserved for 7pm and we would need to be finished by then. That should have sent us back out the door, but as we had concert tickets at 7:30 we didn't think it would be a problem. However, by 6:50 we still had not been served any of the three sushi rolls we ordered. We informed the hostess (since our waitress had basically ignored us after taking our order) and ten minutes later we received...the wrong sushi order. By the time they finally found our last roll, we were both too stressed out by having to chase down waiters to finish it. The food was good, but the service was so awful that we will never be going back.
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Debbe M.
One of my favorite sushi places in VA! It's not very big and is always packed (with Asians -- so YOU KNOW IT IS GOOD!). Their lunch specials are incredible! Also been during dinner time but lunch time IS the time to go! You can call and make a reservation which I highly recommend since it gets packed quick. Great service and food!
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C J.
Again, another awesome mom and pop. You will need reservations as they're a tiny intimate deliciously busy venue. We always go here with friends and fam. Really good and not expensive sushi rolls. For $30-50 you can feed 2-3 people on rolls. We always religiously get 2 salmon avocado rolls, 1 black sesame/lobster tempura roll, and 1 special mango roll. BONUS TIP - If you spend over $8-10 per person, they'll give you a free soup and salad per person!! Who doesn't love businesses rewarding you with freebies!!?!
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Ananya M.
One of the best sushi restaurants in the area for sure! The spicy tekka don is by far the most elaborate presentation of the dish I've seen. The tuna is served on a separate plate in 3 or 4 small portions, while another plate holds the massive serving of rice with lots of pretty decorations and interesting ingredients. The fish itself was fresh and tasty, and the spicy tekka wasn't overly salty unlike other places. However, it is a TON of food that they give you, so don't be surprised if you can't finish it (I had a tough time myself).
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Jackie B.
I've been here a couple of times well over a year ago for their chirashi lunch. From what I remember, the fish was fresh and the rice was tasty. But I found myself picking out a lot of the veggies, squid, and mackerel (I hate mackerel - I should've asked them to leave it out). It was good, but it wasn't something I'd make the trip for, and haven't for the past year. Fast forward to this past weekend, my cousins and I decided to come here after finding out Miyagi was closed early in the day. We ordered a few specialty rolls and they were delish!! I loved the Caterpillar, Costa Rica and Lasagna rolls the best! Super tasty, not too heavy on the sauce or the rice. I especially liked the mango chunks and the jalapeno sauce on the Costa Rica. Their Rainbow roll and Spicy Tuna & Avocado were also great basics. I remember this place being slammed on the weekends, and it still is! But even with the amount of customers, service was quick and observant. Definitely on my list of go-to places for sushi now that I've tried their rolls.
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Irene C.
Had high expectations for this restaurant from all the amazing reviews. Unfortunately, this restaurant is overrated and mediocre at best. My gf and I had reservations for Saturday lunch, we were seated immediately when we walked in. However, the place is just so small and cramped that the waitress kept bumping into my chair and my purse multiple times throughout my meal. I thought my purse was in the way so I moved it to the other side but even on the other side of my chair, she kept bumping into it! The Chirashi Lunch Special ($12.95) was OK. I expected the sashimi to come out with the rice in one bowl. Ours came out separately. The Sashimi came out on one plate and we had to wait another 5 minutes for our rice. What we got was a heaping mountain of sushi rice topped with sundried tomatoes, veggies, beef, pickled vegetables, etc on top. The Sashimi to Rice proportion was just way off. They gave us enough rice to feed a family. If you're a rice fan, then the chirashi might be for you. The sashimi overall was okay, the pieces were slightly small and some were watery. The raw octopus just tasted extremely fishy that some of my gf's just left it. So far, Yoko sushi in Fairfax takes the cake for fresh and yummy sushi. Unless I am right down the street and am craving sushi, I would not be back esp. since there are so many sushi restaurants in the Vienna area.
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John J.
Sushi in general was good. The spicy tuna and rainbow rolls were ok. The spicy tuna roll wasn't too spicy but my wife found a piece of fish scale on the rainbow roll. The service on the other hand was atrocious! We immediately noticed our waitress wasn't happy being at work today. We ordered fried squid and ended up with fried octopus. My wife mentioned this to the waitress and she stated, "if you go to a Japanese or Korean restaurant this is what they will serve". Her ridiculously stupid response was so mind blowing, we really didn't know what to say. Then when the sushi and rolls were brought to our table, the wasabi was missing. How can they forget something basic like wasabi? Whoops! Probably won't be going back.
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Steve P.
Best sushi in the area IMHO. Very small restaurant so be sure to get reservations, even for lunch. Always fresh and nicely sized portions at very reasonable prices. Has a few outdoor seats overlooking Church Street in beautiful Vienna. Chirashi is excellent. Service is always attentive. Highly recommend.
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Paola C.
i've ordered carry-out from Sushi Yoshi now a handful of times for lunch and once for dinner since I work near by. The sushi and Chirashi from Sushi Yoshi is the freshest and most delicious I have had in the area. I would def recommend this place and have to co-workers. There is only one major issue---the wait time. several times now I've had to wait 30-40+ minutes to get my food. I am patient but they have often tested this patience. I know they would not make their dine-in customers wait an upward of 30 minutes to get their food. Every time they say its because of what I ordered, I do not think anything I ordered would that long. Long story short. If you order carry-out be prepared to wait and food is bomb.
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Ying H.
The best sushi I've had in DC area, where I've lived for 20 years. Very authentic, and comparable to what we had in Japan. Two complains that has nothing to do with their food - long wait and impossible to find parking. Otherwise we will be visiting again and again
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Ni C.
This is a small place so make a reservation! They have great sushi and sashimi platters for very reasonable prices, and the starters are very well executed - I recommend the pork belly! All the rolls and nigiri I tried were very good. Service is quick and efficient. Go here if you crave Kushi, but don't want to go all the way downtown. Recommend.
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Swatee G.
After a very disappointing experience at Tachibana, I was sort of doubtful of having to try another VA sushi place frankly, but this place is adorable! I made sure that more than just yelp ratings, I check out the yelp trend as well and it seemed like this place had managed to consistently keep their ratings up - so i plunged headlong into it! We started with the spicy tuna salad which came as a heaping bowl of really fresh fish, and crispy nori. I am glad I was sharing it, because having the whole thing by myself would have been some task! Next came the miso soup and the salad. The salad looked the usual limp sad thing, but the dressing they used was amazing! Not a big fan of the miso- it was way too salty for me! We also had the albacore sashimi which was very fresh, though the knife skills left a LOT to be desired, it really did look like my piece of fish had been hacked with a chainsaw - lol Then came the rolls - in order of my favorites, lol! The New cucumber roll - The best of the lot, though the cucumber wrap had not been cut out very neatly, the roll itself was pretty amazing - right amount of spice and taste and really fresh fish! Tim Tim Roll - The texture of the crunch was the best! This was also my friend's fav roll! Yellow Roll - The mango gave it a burst of fresh flavor, that went very well with the salmon Mark Roll - The black Sesame seeds made for great texture, but each piece was HUMONGOUS! It took me 3 really messy bites to get through a piece lol! Eel Roll - My least fav, I think teh flavor of the eel sauce was a little off-putting to me, and so it was just meh! All in all, the place was very cute, homely and served great food! Also, for the portion sizes, it was very decently priced. Would love to be back!
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J P.
On a scale of sushi restaurants, I give this one a 2/5. It doesn't compare to Sushi Hanna up in Baltimore. The sushi isn't served cold enough. Also, the health violations in the past that we've read have kept us from ever going back to this place. We've walked in, the place has had plenty of open tables, and been asked if we have a reservation. Sub par sushi, sub par service. This has been on 2 separate occasions. We live down the street and still can't understand why anyone with any knowledge of what truly good sushi is would ever bother with this place. Would only recommend if you are in a hurry and have absolutely no other knowledge of the area, and are standing directly in front of the place. Would never recommend this place.
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Tanya M.
I have been to Sushi Yoshi so many times in the past because it is some of the best sushi in the DMV. The service today, however, was unacceptable. We made a reservation for 11:45 and arrived 15 minutes late. The hostess did not call us to check in, so we were shocked when she reprimanded us when we arrived. She rolled her eyes when we told her our name, told us that we only had 45 minutes to eat our food, and that it was our fault for being late. I agree that it was our fault for being late, but there was no need to reprimand us and treat us like we had committed some terrible act. We immediately left after she treated us like that and will not be returning.
(1)
Andrew I.
Great sushi! Great Prices! Great service! It was a little hard to find because we didn't look at the map ahead of time. The yelp map is accurate though. Also, it's a bit small inside so make a reservation if you're going at a busy time.
(5)
Daniel K.
Great food and the sushi chef really does a wonderful job! Highly recommended! Place is not big so a reservation would be a good idea during dinner time.
(5)
Jennie T.
Sushi Yoshi is my favorite spot for fresh sushi in Vienna. I've frequented this little sushi bar several times over the years, and I'm always raving about it to my friends. The quality of the fish is always fresh, and the combinations of fish, fruit and veggies are always interesting and pleasantly surprising. Sushi Yoshi never disappoints. They're located on the corner of where Center street meets Church Street, and offer outdoor seating; which is perfect when the weather is as nice as it has been these past few days. This is my second time coming here, and the sushi, as it is reviewed on yelp, is always fresh. It isn't just clearly obvious, but you can also taste the difference between a grocery store's box of chewy sashimi, and Sushi Yoshi's soft, fresh cut salmon. If you aren't aware of this difference - skip the grocery store and try this place to satisfy your Sushi craving for a night out instead. I especially like the rolls that they incorporate mangos and their spicy mango sauce into, because the unexpected sweetness actually works pretty well with fish such as salmon and yellowtail. Also, don't be afraid of the Jalapeno Chilli Sauce - it's a lot sweeter and refreshing than it is spicy. For the full review, and some mouthwatering photos - click here! thehungrymuse.com/2010/0…
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Kai Y.
I love sushi. None of those pansy rolls with 20 things on top, just give me some traditional nigiri with the freshest of fish and fattiest of cuts, and I'm a happy man. Sushi Yoshi rocked in that regard. Two nights here in a row sold me on the quality of their fish after ordering lots of nigiri on the first night and the special chirashi on the second night. Sake list isn't extensive, but has some dependable names at non-exorbitant prices. It's not quite up there with my favorite sushi restaurants in LA, but it far exceeded my expectations for the area and it costs a lot less than they do as well. Bonus points for the izakaya dishes and other menu items, you should find something here to please all sorts of palates. Even those that like those... rolls. (I'm shaking my head at you people)
(5)
Alan G.
I took my girlfriend, who lived in Japan and has missed their food, here and she loved it. Their menu is authentic, and so is their service, very friendly and helpful, in line with Japanese culture. Funny, I'm allergic to seafood, but enjoyed everything I ordered. Their vegetarian rolls were very good. The combination of great food and service warrants my five stars.
(5)
Todd Y.
Excellent sushi. Fast service. Check out the happy hour. Smallish place and has limited outdoor tables.
(5)
Emily A.
We tried to go here last night because I heard it was good and have been wanting to taste their sushi. First, when we walked in, the smell of the place was so fishy it was unbearable. When we asked for a table, even though we saw at least 5 open tables, they said they didn't have an open table so they tried to seat us at the sushi bar. The smell really got to me at this point so we decided just to leave and go to Sweet Ginger instead. I will try to go back and give it another shot, but I don't think I can sit there if it smells like that again.
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Marc V.
Came here to meet up with a long time friend, her husband and friend. It had the best Uni I ever had. I have tried Uni over 7 times at various places in the world and have almost crossed Uni as a stay away food, but others tell me that it is really good so I have kept on trying to get their experience by this interesting creature. By far, the Uni here was the best freshest Uni I have ever had. Now I know why people love it so much! So fresh, creamy and sweet! The other dishes were good also! The seafood pizza, the scallops maki, the broiled salmon cheeks were good. Spicey tuna is with real pieces of tuna, not the scraps from their cutting chopped into bits. And even better.. the price is awesome! So cheap! Definitely a place to come back to every chance I get.
(5)
Jeannie L.
This is by far, the best Japanese sushi restaurant I have discovered in the DC metro area. Lovely cozy Japanese restaurant nicely tucked at the end of Church St with pretty good service and amazing sushi. The quality of their fish can't be beat. It's so fresh and generously sliced. The toro literally melts in your mouth. Their chirashi is such a steal too. It's served as a full plate of sashimi with a plate of rice infused with pickled Japanese vegetables, tomago (sweet egggs), and slices of shrimp and eel. This place even impressed by super critical and frugal father, so you know you can't go wrong. Sadly, I discovered Sushi Yoshi a week before I was going to move. I guess that's prob a good thing for my pocketbook.
(5)
Jonathan C.
Preface/background: I eat more than average in terms of quantity (I've eaten 2 Chipotle Burritos in one sitting) but appreciate quality and am always looking for a great deal. OK, so this review only applies to the lunch time Chirashi at Sushi Yoshi. I'm not sure about their dinner menu and its pricing. It's a good amount of food and it's definitely filling. They even have...WHITE TUNA as part of the sashimi that's offered. So the Chirsashi rice and a few of the "toppings" come in a large, about 10" diameter plate, while they serve the pieces of sashimi in a side plate. It comes with soup and salad as well for lunch. I think they offer around 10-12 pieces of sashimi to go with the Chirashi. The rice is great, it's got that vinegar-esque sushi rice taste, which I like. And the fact that they serve white tuna in the $13 or $14 dish is awesome. I definitely would recommend this place, as I take family members here all the time. I'd rank it above Tachibana for its freshness and for its taste. Basically, I think it's the best sashimi place in the area so far. This is my first 5-star review!
(5)
K M.
A friend of mine introduced me to this charming little Japanese restaurant on Church Street in Vienna. I love Japanese food (sushi/sashimi), and have been to numerous restaurants in the area including Tachibana, and Sushi Yoshi is definitely a standout. A friend and I shared 2 specialty rolls, the Center Street Roll and the Church Street Roll, and the Deluxe Sushi platter. What impressed me about the deluxe platter was the selection. Usually, you get the cheapest cuts in a platter chosen by the sushi chef, but prime nigiri sushi such as scallops and sea urchin were included. The cuts were very substantial as well. Everything cost about $35.00. You can't beat that price for fresh nigiri sushi in this area!
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Ben V.
The Scallop Tempura Roll is unnecessarily amazing. Of the 9 or so sushi places I have eaten at around here, this one tops the list out.
(5)
Candace C.
I've been meaning to update this review. Despite our bad experience, I couldn't get over all the good things I was reading about the place and decided to give them another try. It was worth it. We slid into a table right away and ordered. The food is authentic and the fish is fresh and of good quality. We often do take-out because of the limited seating and because the Sushi for Two is a steal. At $32, you get about 30 pieces of fresh nigiri and rolls. Toss in a visit to Blockbuster on the way home and I'm set for the night. I also enjoy the flavor of their "home cooking" and have been working my way through the appetizers and non-raw fish selection. The croquettes have that Japanese flavor I can't seem to recreate at home--not sure what's in those potatoes, but that's how they are supposed to taste. They are pricey at 5.50, but I shell out for them anyway. I love the grilled fish--perfect crisp on the outside, but juicy in the middle. It comes with a nice ponzu to break up the natural fattiness of the fish. Now that I've gotten over our initial bad experience, Sushi Yoshi has also been added to our favorites list. Oh, and kudos to the waitress that remembered us and why we were not pleased on our first visit. When we returned, she gave us a free dessert to apologize for giving our table away. It was completely unexpected and the perfect way to win us over. If you like mochi ice cream--this is the place to have it.
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Wade C.
Although the place has limited seating (call ahead!), it is well worth the effort to eat here. This is easily my favorite place to get sushi in the area. My personal favorite is their chirashi dinner. It is a mixture of vegetables, pickled vegetables, tomago (sp?), and slice of eel over rice. It is served with abouit 12-15 slices of sashimi. The usual salad with house dressing and miso soup are served before dinner. the last time i ate there, we had the seafood pancake, which i had never had before. it had the consistency of a dense pancake, but it was packed with crab, fish and other seafood - quite good! A lot of the other yelpers have already reviewed this place, but i wanted to agree and make the suggestion to get the chirashi!
(5)
Doug W.
We enjoyed our first outing at Yoshi, and will likely return. Reservations are definitely necessary on a Saturday night - we came in at about 6:20 with reservations for the sushi bar and sat right down. By 7 or 7:15, though, all tables were full and folks were waiting outside. We had the sushi platter for two - okay but not great, but plenty of sushi for the price ($32). That price included a small miso soup and a ginger-soy dressed salad for each of us. Okay soup; not as good as fresh but I don't know of _any_ good Japanese noodle/soup shops in the Northern Virginia area. No wasabi on most of the nigiri - don't know if that was accidental or on purpose, but a point off nevertheless. Three sushi chefs, including Yoshi-san, were crowded behind the bar, and going full speed, so not much time for chitchat. Beer was good and cold - try a Sapporo in a "sonobuoy" can if you haven't before. Crisp pilsner flavor, good with sushi. Next time we'll go a la carte, and we shall see what we shall see. The a la carte menu looks promising (and can be read on their website).
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Alan N.
While the service here can be a bit slow, which you can't really blame them with how busy the restaurant is. The fish is amazing here, fresh and tasty and not skimpy on the portion sizes. I tried the Chirashi like so many yelpers had recommended and while it was definitely tasty, I can see that it a lot of people with an american pallet maybe left with a bitter taste in their mouth. I thoroughly enjoyed the dish but it does have a ton of pickled veggies which may not be to pleasing for others. Best tips i can give for this place would be to call ahead and make a reservation, come a bit early so you have time to find parking and don't be in a rush if you want a quick meal.
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Go K.
Date Attended: 09/06/10, Monday It's a nice cozy spot with ok sushi. I tried a lot of the menu items, appetizers, sushi, dessert, etc. Nothing really stuck out or was memorable. Service was ok.
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Erin T.
Our second favorite sushi restaurant. Amazing quality for the money. Fish is always fresh, wait staff very friendly.
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Ha-ti N.
I love Yoshi. It's also funny because the owners are parents of my classmates from high school! My family and i are sushi eaters and we don't joke around - none of that california roll nonsense. So when we found out about Yoshi - we were really excited to try it out. We were definitely not disappointed. They have a huge variety to choose from and the fish/seafood was very fresh. Plating was also very beautiful =) Loved it. Will definitely be back!
(5)
BERT O.
It was a nice place. The sushi and service was great. Not a bad place at all. :)
(4)
Chris T.
Fresh... Love the option to select choice fish for the 15 piece Sashimi dinner. The Tilapia Katsu was delicious. Will definitely be back.
(4)
Hyunoo P.
I R HART SOOSHI YUSHI. You don't have to be a snobby sushi connoisseur to enjoy this place, but it would probably help. Especially if you've been burned recently by the likes of Narita. What do I love about Japanese sushi bars? When the chef is actually Japanese. Not Korean, not Viet, but arigato goizamasu. Why does it matter? Well, stereotypically, he's more likely to care. More likely to use a yanagi-ba with proficiency, more likely to stock good octopus, more likely to serve fish that isn't chemically treated. But I digress. While the offering here is similar to any mid-scale sushi joint: urchin, squid, octopus, chu-toro, sweet shrimp, you gotta look at the compositions! Whenever I get nigiri here, the rice is actually finger sized and the cut of fish is clean and generous. Don't accept hacked up/ice damaged fish! The flavor of the fish or rice has never been off, nor have I been hesitant to eat the raw shrimp here. Sometimes I come here and see them breaking down whole tuna loins... Indeed, I am Pavlov's dog. The rolls I've had here have been simple; spicy tuna, california, and eel & avocado. These have been balanced and flavorful, but otherwise I'm not a huge roll fan. Great lunch special though (18 pieces for $8.95 + soup/salad). Their most creative dish and the one I've had almost every time is the chirashi. $11.95 @ lunch and $16 @ dinner, this choice is a bargain any time. Let me describe it to you- Remove all concepts of traditional chirashi... you know what? Forget the description. You just have to go get it. The presentation itself is worth it. My attempt to describe it would just fall short, maybe even deceive you. And that is something I just can't do. I focus in on the sushi, but they also serve traditional japanese fare like udon, soba, sake, katsudon, and tempura. For being in Vienna, this place gets 5 from me.
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E T.
FOOD: - Chawan Mushi (steamed egg custard) - Chirashi A slightly different take on the traditional chirashi that is found in most sushi restaurants. The sushi rice that usually accompanies a chirashi was topped by a generous amount of tsukemono (pickled vegetables) which gave it a colorful and pleasing look to the dish. I felt like I was eating a tsukemono and rice salad which I think I could have ordered by itself without the fish. The sashimi also tasted fresh. Much better than most sushi restaurant found in Northern Virginia. The chawan mushi was cooked perfect and the custard was light and savory. DECOR: Small restaurant with limited tables and seating. There was some outdoor seating as well. Probably not suitable for big groups as I don't believe there was a separate private room. I sat at the bar. SERVICE: I sat at the bar which almost always insures quicker and better service. COST: Entrees were in the $10~20 range. The quality fit the price of the food. OVERALL: Definitely one of the better sushi restaurants in the Northern VA area. Added the restaurant to my rotation of sushi places. A must try for sushi lovers in the Northern VA area.
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Rachel E.
Make sure to have a reservation prior to dining here. My friend and I waited about 15 minutes for a table. We were lucky a table opened, because the restaurant was packed. Outside dining is only for reservations. Make sure to check their website for specific dining hours. My friend and I shared the 2 person platter. The tempura squid was very good. Sometimes miso soup can be hit or miss, but their miso soup was pretty good. Parking is a bit challenging to find. I think your best bet is street parking.
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Chunnu B.
Meh, okay little place. I like that they offer half-orders on some of their rolls, no other place I've been to around there has that. But I probably won't be coming back - there are other sushi restaurants in the area with much better and fresher tasting fish.
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Boui K.
my friend invited me to lunch here. it was down the street from my work place and was craving for some sushi too. took me awhile to find parking here since space is very limited in this area of vienna. i love it that the sushi chefs are japanese and the waitress too. its rare to find sushi places own and run by japanese people. i went with an order of spicy tuna with avacado to start with then ordered the tonkutsu (pork cuttlet) for my lunch. the tuna roll was what you'd expect from a spciy tuna roll with the buttery finish of the avacado. next was the pork, it was nice and crispy with a moist center and the miso soup that came along with the meal was very good too. only problem is that this place is too small. next time i will eat at the sushi bar i love to watch the sushi chef's cook.
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Kevin D.
I don't rate too many restaurants with five stars, but this one certainly deserves it. There are a couple restaurants that come close to the sushi I had here, but Yoshi's sushi truly lives up to the rave reviews on this site. The quality of fish, the care in preparation, the true craftsmanship and art of the sushi making... Sushi Yoshi has it all. I believe that the head sushi chef is Chef Yoshi and the only time I have seen him there is during the week at lunch. I had the fortune of him preparing my chirashi... divine. The selection of fish and veggies complimented each other so well -- my only wish is that I knew more of what I was eating... Japanese vegetables are just different enough that I have to admit to not knowing everything I was eating.
(5)
Amanda E.
Second visit definitely gains another star. It must have been an off night my first time around. After a long day, I called in an order to bring home - easy task thanks to their full menu posted online. Tuna + avocado and the spider roll were delicious. The soft shell crab was actually substantive and had great flavor - what many other sushi joints lack. I also went with the seaweed salad which, upon unpacking at home, was disappointingly small. I mean, four bites and it's gone which equals roughly 1$ per bite. Ah well. Anyways, stoked for the positive experience and it is now safe to add to the sushi rotation!
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Jennie C.
My best friend and I were craving sushi big time -- but we also just finished shopping at Tyson's, so where to satisfy our hunger and small wallets? Sushi Yoshi! We got here late on a Saturday night, and I was surprised to see that it was small. It looks big, because it's tucked away in some kind of artisan village, but it's really small. The hostess asked us if we had reservations -- which we didn't (just Yelped it at the Apple store), so we waited for about 15 minutes. We didn't mind, we looked over the menu in the meantime. The prices for regular rolls (fish/avocado) were ridiculously cheap, like less than $5 cheap. They had everything you could imagine -- salmon, tuna, yellowtail, boiled shrimp and their spicy versions and even their spicy crunchy versions. They also had specialty rolls for $5-$9, which were a steal. My friend and I demolished 7 rolls and a couple pieces of nigiri for only $42 (including tip). It was definitely dinner of champions that night.
(5)
Sam J.
I had: Steamed monkfish liver in ponzu sauce: Never had this before (I didn't even know fish had livers). So I was naturally nervous, but I was in an adventurous mood. It was really good. It has the texture of chicken liver, and tasted a lot like it too, but more fishy (duh). Chirashi deluxe: I got fooled by this in a good way! I thought this would be just a straight forward chirachi, but I got a big plate/bowl hybrid of rice topped with a piece of eel, grilled miso tuna (I think) and shrimp and then loaded with pickles/veggies (including lots of pickled lotus roots!) then on the side there were four really big pieces of tuna, salmon, mackerel, salmon roe, yellow-tail. I forget the name of the last type of fish, but it's the one that looks grilled, but it's actually raw.
(5)
nat t.
Wow, sushi here is so good! Food definitely gets 5 stars, but if you don't get there in time for happy hour, then it is on the pricey side. I was told to have the Salmon Belly sashimi. O M G So tasty! The most flavorful raw fish I think I've ever had, and the pieces were quite large. I will totally get that again! We also got white tuna sashimi (very sea-salty), and fatty tuna sashimi (yummy!), and a couple of rolls. If I ever go for happy hour, I think I would just order a whole lot of sashimi and nigiri. Mmm.
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Vanilla Nugget X.
So, I went here with my friend. He was excited that they had Japanese curry...like we had in Nikko, Japan. He thought it was pretty authentic. I trust his opinion in this matter, so if this rating were for the curry only, l would bump it a star. I instead had the sushi platter...6 pieces of sushi and a roll (plus soup and salad). The sushi was pretty good...though I didn't care for the avocado in my spicy tuna roll (it just made it creamy, which was odd). Maybe I am too hard on the place...I am really not the best judge of sushi after all...I ate one piece and it was really chewy...like a piece of leather. I thought it must be bad, so I discreetly spit it into my napkin. I related this to my friend after dinner and he said it was probably Giant Clam - which is expensive. So, I guess you can chalk this one up to me being ignorant...but I still wouldn't eat it if you put it in front of me. The place itself was pretty cool...small and compact...good service...nicely appointed...good sake. We went late one weeknight, so there was no wait at all. Prices were very reasonable.
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Fizzy B.
I was in NOM NOM NOM heaven with the first bite of that wonderful delicious sushi. The staff very friendly and the place very quaint and has a nice feel to it. Been twice now and both experiences were great and the sushi consistently wonderful. I recommend the Mochi balls very NOM NOM NOM worthy. MMMMM i'm hungry now wish i was there right now :(
(5)
Jason S.
This is my favorite sushi restaurant in the Washington DC metro area. Tucked away on a quaint street in downtown Vienna, VA, it's always a delight.
(4)
Frank W.
Great sushi, I had the Chirashi and enjoyed it a lot. Tip: ... they have brown rice if you are health conscious.
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E K.
Absolutely AMAZING! Best chirashi ever, highly recommended! Sashimi cuts were thick and portions were extremely generous. It was my first time dining here and I was blown away. I crave their Regular Chirashi already. Will definitely be back sooooon.
(5)
Jeff P.
Don't go here. No really, just stop reading now and go back to the same sushi joint you've been going to for years. ... Ok, if you haven't been dissuaded, then know that what I'm about to tell you is a secret that you must protect! I've been to this place twice now, both times with the same person. Both times have been great overall, though the first was better for two reasons: 1) we sat at the bar, which was much more fun because we could watch the sushi being made (plus I always feel like I get better service at the bar), and 2) it was a total surprise, as I had no idea the sushi would be so good as to rival such places as Sushi Ko. Notable items include the yellow tail, yellow tail belly, and of course the toro (mmm mmm!). The eel was also very good even though my friend thought it funny that I was grossed out by the tail still being on it (most places cut it off :-) We ordered the platter for two, and everything either met or exceeded expectations. In closing, I highly recommend the Onikoroshi (aka "Devil Killer") sake; it's so refreshing.
(5)
Evan L.
I hesitated clicking on the rating, very nearly giving Sushi Yoshi five stars. So let me be fair: Sushi Yoshi is the best east coast sushiya that I have ever experienced. I've eaten at all of the sushi joints in Vienna, most of those in Tyson's Corner and Fairfax, and several others throughout Northern Virginia. Yoshi knows his stuff. It saddened me greatly that my wife and I only discovered this gem two weeks immediately prior to our relocation to the Eastern Shore of MD. I only had the opportunity to visit it twice. I was floored by, if I remember correctly, the tuna sashimi salad, that I ordered on my first visit. It was a stunning combination of sliced maguro mixed with chopped "spicey tuna" atop a thin plank of seasoned and lightly fried nori with a citrus dressing beneath the nori. I almost felt as though the chef was toying with me. However, the salad was the most brilliant part of the meal. The maki was good but not remarkable. They also mixed up one of my orders on my second visit. While Sushi Yoshi is a gem, it cannot hold a candle against a place like Sushi Sam's Edomata in San Mateo, CA where Sam truly works magical arts, playing musically with the flavors in the seafoods and seasoning alike. All in all, I still expect to visit Sushi Yoshi at my next opportunity when I visit Northern Virginia.
(4)
William L.
Came for dinner on a Wed. Not crowded, prompt seating. Helps that the sushi chefs were definitely Japanese! Had a Restaurant.com cert which they honored even when I printed up the wrong thing. They accepted the iphone view of the cert after speaking with the manager. The food wasn't spectacular, but for the happy hr deal from 5-8, it was well worth the price. The sashimi was fresh and the sushi was good. Nothing new or creative though. Had to keep asking for our green tea though. Need to go back to try out the rest of the menu.
(3)
Kimberly H.
Very good sushi. The place, however, is pretty small. So make sure to come early if you want to get seated right away. And don't bother making same day reservations. They get booked up!
(4)
Brian S.
Just came home after having dinner @ Sushi Yoshi. Its a small place with few tables with a sushi bar. The place is clean and modernized establishment with outdoor seating for warmer days. Kinda feels like Newbury Street in Boston or the Village near NYU. I waited about 15 minutes to get a table because the place was packed Saturday nite. We ordered the 30 piece sushi boat for 2 people and a rainbow roll. The fish was very fresh and rice was cooked well. I'm little disappointed with the rainbow roll. The rainbow roll that I know of is a huge roll, slice is so big that you can't even shove a whole piece in your mouth. It was just the same size as a california roll. For the price of the meal and quality of the fish, I would consider Todai cuz price was similar and you can try different varieties of sushi. Sushi Yoshi is great but its not going to make your knee buckle.
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Jenn H.
Good sushi, fairly slow. A couple of mishaps during the meal - my fiance was brought the wrong beer (easily corrected) and we ordered a sushi plate that was not brought out to us. When we tried to settle the bill the server realized the mistake, but as the plate had been made, we had to take it home with us to eat the next day. Overall, the sushi was fine, but I would be slow to come back. As a sidenote, parking at the new shops on Church St is a bit of a disaster, which doesn't discourage me from visiting the excellent Bazins, but probably would stop me from making the effort to revisit Yoshi.
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Nami C.
I finally decided to let the word out...Sushi Yoshi is one of the best sushi place in DC area. This is a charming little sushi restaurant in a corner of church street. The sushi this place serve is like a beautiful picture on your plate. Their roll/maki seems to be their specialties.
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Brian S.
This is a pretty solid sushi place in the Vienna area, though nothing spectacular. When I've been, the fish is quite fresh and the rolls are pretty good. Again, nothing spectacular, just pretty decent. The service is really bad. Super slow and misses things. I've been back several times as it's the best in the area.
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Adrienne J.
Clean, quiet, and traditional- if you are hungry for just a simple spicy tuna roll and don't want a lot of fuss, this is a good place to go. There's ample street parking or a lot down at the end of the street, and it's a wonderful neighborhood to walk through. If I lived closer to Vienna, I would be here more often.
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Sally L.
Coming from LA and Seattle, we were feeling like sushi in Northern VA really wasn't going to work out for us. But, this restaurant was the best we've had on this side of the country. Rolls were a bit small, but prices were good. Not loaded with cucumber to substitute for the lack of fish like many of the places we have tried here. The place is small, so even though we went on a Sunday evening when they opened, there were only seats at the bar. Reservations are recommended!
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Christian C.
I was going to start out this review by saying a rule of thumb I follow is the smaller the sushi restaurant the better, and Sushi Yoshi follows this rule. But then it got me to thinking about the phrase rule of thumb. The exact origin is uncertain according to Wikipedia. One entertaining explanation for the phrase had something to do with an old English law that allowed a man to legally beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb. What does this have to do with Sushi Yoshi? Nothing. Back to the review. This is a nice intimate sushi restaurant located on a side street in downtown Vienna. The fish tasted very fresh and the prices on their weekday sushi happy hour gives a really good bang for your buck. The restaurant itself is small but cozy, with some outdoor seating weather permitting, and the staff was very friendly. If you plan on coming during peak times, calling ahead and making a reservation is recommended. Finding parking can be a pain but if you don't feel like hunting for a spot on the street, you can usually find an empty space in the lot next to 144 Church St.
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Nicole H.
I really liked the food here. The rolls were delicious as was the gyoza and tempura vegetables. The service was less than ideal. I called to place an order and was asked to hold. I waited a full 6 minutes listening to all sorts of kitchen/server chit-chat before I gave up and hung up. I tried calling back but it was clear they had forgotten about me and just left the phone off the hook because I consistently got a busy signal. I finally got through and then had a 30-45 minute wait. I'll order from there again but make sure I have plenty of time to spare for the slow service.
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Dee O.
once again.. i love love love this place!!!!! can't get any better and there is no better!!!
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Eric K.
Disappointing. My wife is Japanese so were always looking for a good Japanese restaurant for when she's feeling homesick. A friend recommended this place and we were really disappointed. Don't get me wrong, the food was good but we couldn't enjoy it due to outright rude service. We came with kids, so perhaps the waitress hated kids or something, I don't know but that's still no excuse. We asked for an extra plate for the kids and you would have thought we just insulted her mother. Asking for water earned us an eye roll and a sigh. It's funny because if you've ever been to Japan you know the service is impeccable. You cannot call yourself an authentic Japanese style restaurant with service like that- it wouldnt fly in Japan, and frankly, it shouldnt fly in America either. Shame on you Sushi Yoshi.
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Car H.
I'm writing a review so I can rate this place down from the overall 4 stars on Yelp. Originally, I had a good impression of this place from my first experience here. I liked the aura of the small Japanese restaurant. It was a Friday evening, and the waiter was kind enough to let my party of 2 to dine in even though the place was booked for the rest of the night. We made our orders quickly, and the food came out momentarily. The okonomiyaki and sushi rolls were good but forgettable. However, I came here again on a Thurs evening. There were empty tables, and I thought maybe they might be reserved already. So I waited patiently by the door for the waiter to assist me. No one acknowledged my existence! I caught the eyes of 3 waiters who occasionally looked over and pretended like they didn't see me. Um HELLO? I think that is the rudest service after, to stand there for 30 mins without recognition... My friend and I left and went to Yama two blocks down 123. There was no line and the sushi was excellent. Yoshi, you're not that great - I can find a substitute easily within 1 mile radius along 123. Yelpers, go to Yama or Sweet Ginger instead.
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Charlie S.
Yesterday was my third time here. The first time there was on a Friday at lunch. The place was packed and you definitely need reservations. My friend doesn't eat sushi, so we stuck to the Japanese small plates. I thought they were really creative and tasty. We loved the grilled eggplant which came in three pieces with each piece having a different sauce on it. We also loved the braised pork. The Japanese fried chicken was a dud, though. The second time, I came with friends on a Sunday night for sushi. If I hadn't had this night, I think I would have given Sushi Yoshi five stars. The fish didn't seem all that fresh. It was just ok. Once again, food we ordered from the kitchen saved the night. The third trip was yesterday which was a Thursday. I had the Chirashi lunch which was so much better than my previous dinner experience. The sashimi tasted so fresh. The presentation was beautiful. I was surprised that the Chirashi came in two plates. One was the sashimi, and the other was the rice with all the cooked items on top like the eel, shrimp, and egg. I liked it as it's much easier to eat. All in all, it was a lot of great tasting food for $12.95 ($16 with tax and tip). There will definitely be a 4th, 5th, and so on trip. Just not on a Sunday though. Note that the restaurant is really small. Getting a reservation for a party of five or more is really hard.
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Alexis N.
This place is either a hit or miss depending on what day you come in. I love their green tea tempura ice cream.
(3)
J E.
The place is small. Almost uncomfortably small for me. So with that said, it can get loud. All of that didn't matter when I got my food! Sashimi Deluxe is THE BEST I've had in the area. It was sex in your mouth good :-) I tried some of my what my wife ordered and I really liked them too (some sort of box..haha) Highly recommended. I'd love to go back again. Be warned: I can see the wait being crazy long if you don't have a reservation. We were lucky to be seated right away walking in on a Friday night. Parties of more that 4 might not be a good idea...unless you make a reservation.
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Leslie S.
I met some girlfriends here for dinner. We got there early because we heard it fills up fast. The sushi was very very good. I really liked the atmosphere and I had no idea all those shops were back there on Church Street. I love discovering new little pockets. In hindsight, after reading the reviews, we probably should have gone somewhere else for our dinner. We wanted to catch up and since the place was so small and popular, we felt a little rushed to get out of there. We didnt' get to chat as much as we would like. I would definitely get to go food from there, though!
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Ann W.
The space is limited but food is great, can't find any where to beat their lunch menu.
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Floyd B.
My top rated place in this area. Sushi, box-lunch, tempura are all excellent. Atmosphere is also excellent a little small and crowded so no wasted space! Reservations advised. My only issue is that I made the same mistake twice and ordered "spicy tuna sushi." This did not appeal to me the first time (consistency is as though it has been blended in a blender) and the waitress even asked me to confirm this is what I wanted the next time (I do like the sound of spicy tuna). So, I'd advise caution in ordering this particular item. Otherwise, everything was excellent. Added bonus, a few tables outside so you can eat outside if you want. Parking is not a problem since spaces available on the street, in their parking lot, and in public lots nearby.
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Katie R.
This is the best sushi I have ever had. The Lasagna Roll is my favorite, but I have never tried anything here that isn't good. The only reason I didn't give them a 5 star review is for the service. Forget coming here if you don't have a reservation- they won't seat you even if there are open tables. Once you are seated it can take a long time to get your food, even if you see people who ordered after you get their's first. Also, do your best to conserve your water or soda- good luck getting a refill. They are kind of jerks, and I kind of hate giving this place my business, until I taste my Lasagna Roll. It's worth the abuse.
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S G.
Perfect balance of fresh high quality sushi and price!
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C C.
Came here to celebrate my mom's birthday. We ordered lots of nigiri, chirashi and special rolls. The sushi was fresh and good portion size of fish versus rice. Would definitely come back.
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Willie C.
I was in the mood to eat sushi and Yama Sushi was closed until 5 pm . I decided to go try Sushi Yoshi cause I saw them open. After eating there food I decided to rate this place. I am rating this sushi place only by quality of the food. The people where friendly and place looked clean. The food tasted very super market like. I think whole foods in Vienna has better sushi for the money. I the cost was way to high for 5 pieces of sushi at 15.00. They only give you one sushi per order. Yama Sushi gives you 2 sushi's per order for the same money. The fish was not very tasty and the presentation was not good. I will not recommend this place to to anyone I know.
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Gonzo C.
I get why people hate on the uneven service. I usually go for lunch right at 1130 and even then the Japanese seniors seem to be in the middle of their entrees. But I've been to every sushi place in the Falls Church-McLean-Vienna-Fairfax axis, and this one beats them all. I don't even bother ordering sushi at any of the other places. My only reservation on my most recent lunch was that the 2 actual Japanese sushi chefs who are usually in residence weren't around, but the sushi was still great.
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Xiaoya W.
I'm not good at evaluating Japanese food. Since my friends super loves it, I guess it is good.
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Ted P.
I had passed by many times and it was always packed so I made sure to call ahead on a beautiful Friday evening expecting it to be busy. If you plan to go you need to make reservations. Tiny place with big taste. They're all good. Consistent above par quality makes them our go to sushi restaurant in the area. For my entree I had a bento box with the chicken teriyaki and Chirashi.
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Melody C.
still small and hard to get a seat at but i had a craving for CHIRASHI BOWL and looked around yelp for a place with a decent one. i was happy to discover that they have a GREAT lunch chirashi bowl set for $12.95. the sashimi comes on the side and the veges are piled on the sushi rice on a plate in a creative and decorative way - and i walked away full ... from a sushi place. definitely a gem in vienna.
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Johnson H.
Small place BIG taste! I do warn if you're not familiar with the area you may have to spend a few extra minutes finding parking, but it's not that difficult to get. Also, if you go during peak meal times do expect to wait for a table cause this place is small. I enjoyed the assortment of appetizers that we had ordered but my favorite item was my Chirashi, Young's Chirashi Deluxe to be exact. It was just awesome!
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Xiaoya W.
I'm not good at evaluating Japanese food. Since my friends super loves it, I guess it is good.
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Rachit B.
Been coming here since it opened since it's close by and the sushi is decent. Never really had a good impression of the wait staff but the last time took the cake. We came in on a weekday at 6:00 which I consider the early end. All of the tables but 2 were empty. We were told the rest of the tables were all being held for reservations. So basically they don't take walk in's. We asked if we could wait and they said no the tables wouldn't be opening up. This to me is mind boggling. How do you refuse customers when 80+% of your tables are empty? Okay so they said we could go to the bar and even there only two specific seats not any two we wanted. What a surprise we were done and walking out and more than 2/3 rd of the tables were still empty. Yeah my one review won't bring their rating down but I can't stand terrible management. It takes the enjoyment away from eating out.
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Harry P.
Stopped by here with my snobby sushi connoissuer brother. He really enjoyed the food. I have to say I did too. Everything was done really well. The chirashi was unlike any other chirashi I've had. Totally worth the money and really great way they've done it. I'd tell you how they did it, but you should just go and have it. My son really enjoyed his unagi don. The place was packed as soon as it opened, so keep that in mind. They do take reservations, so get those and plan on being there when they open if you want to stop in for lunch.
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Stephanie T.
I use to love Sushi Yoshi, except I discovered in the past few times I've gotten take out there that their sushi is very inconsistent. I always get the chirashi regular because even at around $20 it seems like a great deal with how much you were getting. But it is not a great deal if the quality is just awful. One time I got it and I could tell that the fish was way overdue and it was left overs from goodness knows how long. It was not fresh and I was horrified because I was not expecting this from them. Maybe it was because it was in the middle of the week? So they had sushi left over from the weekend? And sometimes the amount of fish you get varied as well! When you get something often enough (like once a week) you kind of get annoyed by how they charge you the same for less. I did try getting the sanshoku chirashi, which even though its almost $6 more than the regular has much less fish. I think after three times in a row of disappointing quality, I've become a non regular. But the most disappointing for me was the time when I had the worst quality raw fish I've ever seen in a sushi place. I still can't get over that. Now when I do order take out, I check the fish in my order before I leave. I don't think you should have to do that.
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Robert L.
I'll just reiterate what others have said - fine sushi, inspired selection and friendly service - though a little rushed. The size of the restaurant causes both a cramped feeling and probably the need to turnover customers quickly. Still, well worth it - just be sure to get a reservation.
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E E.
I love quaint, Japanese-owned sushi restaurants. Therefore, I was quite excited to dine at Sushi Yoshi. The quality of the fish is decent for the favorites such as salmon and tuna; however, aji, kohada, tai, engawa, and others were not so great. Also, they pack on the rice for nigiri that one can get full on the rice alone. The slices are not sliced well; it lacks elegance. Service is good when you can get it, but you do usually have to flag someone down. Here I go again on my journey to find decent sushi in the area.
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Elizabeth W.
I love their chiriashi and they give you so much for the price! Here's a run down: the fish is fresh, the restaurant is small, make a reservation (yes, even for lunch). I tried the chiriashi once and I'll keep coming back!
(5)
Bonnie T.
Get the miso flavored grill white tuna! Super delicious...and then get some coffee from across the street after your meal. Great service and fresh sushi with beautiful platting here!
(5)
James S.
We went there a little early in the evening, in time to make "Happy Hour" which includes a variety of rolls for about $5 and sashimi/nigiri for $2. Even after happy hour, the prices are still pretty reasonable. Fish was fairly fresh and mild, none of it with that "fishy" smell that is so frequent with places that keep fish past their optimal shelf life. The rolls themselves were fairly ordinary. Service was good until the restaurant started to fill up and they became a little overwhelmed. The restaurant is cramp and busy. Can't accommodate more than one large group at a night. Go early if yo can.
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Chris C.
Perfect for when sushi cravings strike. Also they have takoyaki!
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Andrei C.
I wish I could give them only 3.5 stars. The food is good, but access to the restaurant, parking, and accommodations leave a lot to be desired. The restaurant shares 5 parking spaces with two other stores, there is no street parking to speak of (in Vienna, when one space opens up, three cars jump on it), and the seating is super crowded inside (my fat ass has barely any room to wiggle to my table). As far as the food is concerned, the 4 stars are well earned. The food is fresh, the sushi chefs are busting their butts behind the sushi counter and service is decent, despite English being a completely foreign language for most staff. Sushi choices are not as many as in other Japanese establishments, but they are OK, however, the prices are vastly higher than customarily encountered. My lunch was $25 bucks and I only had ice-water. I think their specialty is sushi rolls, as they offer a ton of them. Nigiri sushi is a second though, but they make it well and I enjoyed every expensive bite I got. It seems to me they charge the price normally paid for two pieces of nigiri sushi but they charge it for each one. Conclusion: Go enjoy good sushi. There are only a handful of better places for sushi around this area. Be mindful that prices are high. After all, it is Vienna, where the rich live and the poor work.
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John D.
Hands down, one of the best kept secrets of Northern Virginia. I found this restaurant when they had coupons on restaurant.com . BEST BUY EVER, since it introduced me to them. I have been to Tokyo Japan, and have tasted the sushi of the Tsukiji Fish Market - the world reknowned market known for it's sushi. This food at this place is so immpecable I felt like I was back in Tsukiji. I give this place a glowing 5 stars and reccomend this place to all. The service is excellent. Make sure to call for reservations as this place fills up FAST. Cheers!
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ashley m.
I've always had a positive experience at Sushi Yoshi, but we tend to go early and during the week so we've never had to worry about a long wait. The place is tiny though so try to make a reservation in advance. The sushi is delish. Everything tastes fresh and they have a great variety of specialty rolls. The crispy salmon roll is my favorite by far - the black sesame sauce is simply ridiculous. I would go back just for that actually. They also have a happy hour menu from 5 - 6:30 on weekdays, but I always end up ordering off the regular menu anyway.
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D C.
I really love their sushi. BUT the service is horrible. There were many occasions where the staff did not bring our order out on time, missed bringing our drinks and didn't get us our miso soup. On top of everything else, I guess you have to ask for WATER or they will never serve it to you. Thats all good, but when i tried using restaurant.com's coupons-they started to act up even more. They came back saying that we were short 5 dollars, so we ordered $5 more. Then they came back saying that we were short $.10!!! Seriously, you're coming back to us because of 10 cents? We told them to charge the 10 cents on our food b/c we don't have anything else to order. My friend came for dinner on another night and the waitress told them they can get a table if they ate within 15 mins, if not, then they can't get a table. They never apologized. Hence my friends will never go to Yoshi again.
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Thanyaporn S.
Luv Chirashi comes with big plate of fish. It s really fresh.
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S I.
I always enjoy eating at this restaurant and would say their sushi is approved by Japanese people from Japan. The only thing was sometimes their servers can be a little abrupt. When our server was taking our order, I had some questions and then ordered one thing and then she immediately took our menu and decided that was all we wanted although we still had some more food we wanted to order. Food is good so if service is better, I'd want to give 5 stars.
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Steve C.
There is absolutely nothing great or bad about this place. It's just an average sushi restaurant with an average quality of fish. If you live near by, go for it if there is nothing else better. I wouldn't drive 30 minutes again for average sushi.
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Shianne K.
Great Sushi place! cool small place, can be romantic. Rolls are good sizes and tasted very fresh. Price is average compared to other sushi places. Highly recommend!
(4)
Sarah W.
Nice place and easy to get to from our office. Nice place to relax after a long day at work to eat good, healthy food (well, depending on what you order). Atmosphere is nice, service pleasant. Can't say anything but nice things!
(5)
Matt C.
I had great expectations going into this place. Sadly, they were not met. It went downhill from the start. We had reservations for two at the sushi bar. We arrived, a gentleman was in front of us asking for a table. There were none open due to them being held for reservations. There were four seats open at the bar, he asked if he could wait there. All fine and good. The hostess returned after seating him and told us it would be a minute as they had to clear the other two seats. We waited for them to finish, as they finished cleaning the seats the gentleman asked to be moved to those seats. They moved him. I take issue with this for a few reasons. We had reservations, we were waiting for those specific seats. I would have had no issue if they seated us first and he waited. To make us wait and then seat him again is unacceptable and disrespectful. Once we were seated the wait staff was inattentive, the place isn't that big either...There were some bright spots as well as some detractors when it cam to the food. I had the slow roasted pork belly as an appetizer. It was wonderful, perfectly cooked. It came out in a beautiful, simple bowl with its sauce, it looked immaculate. Then I noticed this glob of gunk on the inside of the bowl, at first I thought it was dirty but it was actually an accompanying horseradish. I don't think it should have been served that way, I wasn't sure what I was supposed to do with it, but the dish was really good. When the sushi arrived the plate looked good except for the volcano like roll, one third of it was burnt black to a crisp. I don't know how they could even think about serving it. Although the flavor of that roll was amazing I can't believe they served it that way. I refused to eat the burnt section. The other rolls we got were average, we got a spicy yellow tail, spicy tuna and an eel and avocado roll. We also got their Costa Rica roll, while the flavors were good it was rolled horribly. Falling apart at the seams, smashed a little, very unprofessional job. There are better options for sushi in Vienna. I won't be returning to this establishment ever again.
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Anderson T.
DELECTABLE! Went for a friend's birthday. She decided that the best time was Happy Hour, which was 5:00PM - 6:30PM. We ordered: Shrimp Tempura Chicken Kara-age Pork Gyoza Salmon Sushi Yellowtail Sushi Tuna Sushi Shrimp Tempura, Eel, Avocado Roll Scallop Roll (Scallop, Avocado, Imitation Crab, Cream Cheese) Salmon Jaw (salted with ponzu sauce) Tempura was battered and fried at a proper heat that it was perfectly crispy. Chicken Kara-age was magnificently crispy and tasty. Pork Gyoza--good, but it almost always is. Salmon/Yellowtail/Tuna were all so fresh and not "fishy." Shrimp Tempura roll was the same as they always are, but the really good tempura technique made it shine. The scallop roll was massive and so delicious--it sounds like random stuff combined in a roll but it was very, very good! Salmon Jaw - It was roasted and salted, the only complaint I had with it was that there were bones. But it too, did not taste fishy, and if you're a fan of grilled salmon, you'd love this thing! Would definitely go again, and bring any and all of my friends who love sushi.
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Trae S.
Just nothing special. Not a bad experience overall, but there are certainly better sushi joints in the area that are far more worthwhile to check out. Also, the water tasted eerily of fish as if the ice racks are actually sitting in a freezer with the fish. When I requested water without ice, the problem seemed to be solved. Pretty nasty.
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Shannon W.
Wow! Have been wanting to try this place out for a long time and finally made it in for lunch today. Good service and GREAT food. I got the Caterpillar Roll and the Mark Roll and I have to say that it may have been the best sushi I have ever had (and I have had a LOT of sushi). Can't wait to go back.
(5)
Donna E.
I want to love this place. I've tried several times. it's in a lovely setting on historic Church Street with a brick patio with a few tables for outdoor dining (more about this later). The menu is large and the food is fashionably presented. But.... It's tiny and the table turnover is small. So there's usually a wait. The staff isn't very friendly and doesn't try hard to seat you. They'll just say, sorry, no tables, and that's that. If you are proactive and linger, you'll notice that a few tables are finished and are waiting for their checks. An aggressive host would say of course, we'll have a table for you in 5 minutes. No. they're content to let you walk away. Now the outdoor patio is charming with lovely dwarf trees and vines. It can easily hold 6-8 tables. There are 3, spaced really far apart, and are bistro tables that seat 2-3. Everyone always wants to sit outside. I don't know why they don't put more tables out there. Now for the food. Some dishes are great. Some just so-so. Their avocado isn't quite as ripe as it should be sometimes so it has that tasteless flavor. The prices are conducive to an upscale sushi restaurant but they need to fine tune their food and operations somewhat before achieving this reputation. It's an impressive place to take someone, but there are better choices in town.
(3)
James S.
Excellent food. Fresh made sushi. Great presentation. Mild service but the place was packed so it's ok. It wasn't rude just a bit chaotic. Even though this place is tiny it's well layer out and I love the decor. Will definitely come back since it's near where I live. ^_^
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Steven D.
Boy, do I regret not coming here often enough now that I won't be back in VA for a while. Picked up some sushi and rolls to go for a pretty late dinner since it was kind of the way back. It's tucked away in a little neighborhood with a few shops but mostly residential. It was definitely a different side of VA I have never seen before. I ordered a rainbow roll, spicy scallop roll, hokkigai (surf clam), and tai (red snapper). I wasn't overall impressed because my rice was kind of dry and hard, but the fish was fresh enough to make up for it. I recently started eating sushi without soy sauce or as little as possible and I'm glad I am because you can taste so much more of the fishes this way. And they give a generous amount of ginger and wasabi which is a plus for me since I'm a fan of the ginger :) I definitely wouldn't mind coming back here when I'm in the area.
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Choco P.
I visited this restaurants a few more times. I noticed that the owner doesn't say "welcome" or "thank you" to all of the customers. He only does to the regulars and --- who knows. He looks at you when you come in or leave. He even stares at you without a smile or a word. It's very weird. I know it doesn't matter how much $$ you spend on their food. I'll look for other restaurants run by people with a better attitude.
(1)
Madame T.
I love this place therefore I do not frequent it. That way I do not spoil myself and appreciate it more. This place is truly a gem. New but hidden from the main street of Vienna. I usually go early before it gets crowded. It's a small place. I usually order Chirashi if I am in the mood for raw fish or Sushi. I am so glad that I live in the vicinity.
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Amanda M.
I really don't understand the reviews. The sushi is GROSS. I have to put it in caps. We ordered about $75 between two of us in sushi, $20 in appetizers and we didn't take any home, we left almost all of it on the plate. I would never recommend this place to anyone. You are also required to make a reservation, they do not take walk-ins but you are welcome to wait, which could be awhile. There is only enough seating for about 36 people including the sushi bar area. I was totally shocked at how small it was. Service is blah! Go somewhere else for sushi, I mean the mall has better stuff than this!
(1)
Quyen D.
I made a stop there to place a to go order, service was excellent I was helped right away, I was offered something to drink even though I was dinning in, the owner was absolutely friendly and too care of my order right away. I will Definately come back!!!
(5)
Mary A.
My fav sushi spot in Vienna. The sushi is always always DELICIOUS!!!
(5)
Melody H.
The lunch sets are an unbeatable value. Super fresh fish in generous portions - get the chirashi for $13 and try to tell me it wasn't worth every single cent. For the chirashi lunch special alone, 5 stars. I tried the chawan mushi (steamed egg with seafood) and I was unimpressed. The tempura udon was okay, but nothing special. The real draw here is the fish. The sushi lunch special is delicious, as is the sashimi, and the sushi set comes with a truly delicious spicy tuna roll with avocado, the kind of spicy tuna roll that puts other spicy tuna rolls to shame. If you work in the area, sneak our of the office and treat yourself to lunch. It's not fast food, and it's not super fast service as they are always busy. They are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Plan accordingly!
(5)
Jiin L.
Satisfying!
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Yelpowitz E.
Wow... I just finished my sushi dinner. When I came in the yoshi sushi I was not even hungry, but food was do great I just had to eat everything... The miso soup and salad, then some shimp tempura and a few of the signature sushi rolls... I am glad I was not too hungry, because I could wait the long time it took them to bring the rolls out, but the wait was certainly worth the food!
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Liz A.
Food is beyond fresh and melts in the mouth. I finally found "my sushi place" in the area. Moved here from California and have been trying out different places but none of it is up to par. Service is acceptable but food is beyond great. 80% of customers are Japanese so that should be an indication of how good they are.
(5)
Jessica P.
By far the best sushi in Northern Virginia! The place is tiny, so make a reservation, even on week nights. The fish is very fresh and the service is great. The spicy crunchy tuna roll is my favorite, the shumai is also out of this world! Also, the prices are much lower than some other sushi places in the area that are no where near as good! If you're a sushi fan, you'll love Sushi Yoshi!
(5)
Jeremy C.
Listen to everyone else and get the Chirashi. As others have mentioned, you get a plate of seasoned rice, along with ~12 pieces of very yummy sashimi. The seasoned rice is amazing - there must be at least 20 ingredients on the plate, ranging from tamago to shrimp to many different kinds of pickled veggies! A ton of food, very original and a total steal at $18. I also had some gyoza which were fine, but nothing special. Clearly people come here for the sushi and particularly the chirashi - you should too.
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Timothy L.
Probably my favorite sushi place in the area. Tachibana in McLean would be a close second. Try the salmon belly. They have great HH hour specials as well.
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James K.
Wow does EVERYONE love this place or what? I have to play devil's advocate and give my 2 cents about what I thought about this place. First of all, price wise, it is not bad. This place is so flexible with the quantity of what you can order. Some rolls you can order half instead of a whole. Very convenient for us diners. Happy Hour is nice where they have single priced sushi for a buck something, cheap appetizers, easy on the wallet which is always a plus! But I do have a complaint(s).... I have been eating sushi for many many years, and trust me, I am not someone who calls myself an expert yet all I know is what a California Roll is. Heck Ive seen some "experts" who cannot even pronounce or knows what yellowtail or salmon in Japanese is. Of Course that doesnt necessarily mean you are an "Expert" but you get the drift.... Anyways, I am not sure if this was bad luck or what, but the sushi that I ordered (various) was NOT good due to the cutting of the fish being 1 star quality. I did not care before, however I am realizing how important it is for fish to be cut. Big piece of fish at the same price may cause many to say "HECK YEA!" but when it comes to good sushi, it is really not quantity but quality. It really is amazing how the fish is cut can really make or break the taste (trust me, its not the same). I give this place 3 stars because of the way the fish was cut (big fat slab literally) on top of a big lump of sushi rice. I expected more out of this place taste wise but again just my opinion, if you are looking for authentic nigiri this is not the place....but again maybe it was bad luck and a new helper cut my sushi.... One of my favorite sushi is Uni (sea urchin). California Uni is very buttery and creamy, cannot get enough of it. However the Uni they use here (obviously because of the cheap price) is from Maine. Very bitter with a nasty taste....
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Amy N.
overly hyped much? I have to say this place is very cute. however, it is extremely small. after reading many reviews i decided it was probably smarter to call ahead. i had reservations for 3 at 8pm. i arrived early i was surprised how busy it was because it was a weeknight. we arrived at 745 and was asked to wait. i told them that i had reservations and the nice lady said it would be a couple minutes. after about 5 minutes she told me there were people in front of me who came first and that the wait was like something ridiculous like a half hour. im like huh a half hour but i had reservations. she then proceeded to seat us when she found out we werent walk ins. onto the food. we ordered pretty basic smoked salmon sashimi, the sushi yoshi roll (it was the one that was wrapped in mango and what not) the shrimp tempura roll, other sashimi and a seafood pancake. the seafood pancake i could have done without i think if i remember correctly a bbq sauce. it tasted ok but not amazing. i do have to say i agree with other reviewers that the fish here is very fresh. the smoked salmon was amazing. the biggest disappointment was the rolls that they had. they were rolled poorly and tasted very bland. the sushi yoshi roll didnt taste anything like mango the salad that was in it was bland it was just not that great i can imagine why people come here a lot. it really isnt a bad place. however, i do believe that it has been super hyped up...
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Y Y.
I am relunctant to write a review of this place for fear it might be swamped with too many customers and the charm of this little restaurant would be lost. But I cannot justify keeping a good thing to myself so against my better judgement here goes...... Sushi Yoshi is a charming little restaurant off the main thoroughfare on Route 123 in Vienna. It is situated at the end of a row of shop houses (there is a cool doggy store next to it!). Parking may be a little tricky during peak hours but if you look hard enough (or circle enough times) you'd be able to get a spot. You basically have these choices: (1) park in the very tiny private lot behind Sushi Yoshi, (2) look for street parking along Church Street / Center Street, (3) park at underground lot at 111 Church Street (you have to look out for the entrance along the same row of shophouses as Sushi Yoshi or you'd miss it in a heartbeat!) Now for the food. The fish is definitely fresh. I have been there a few times and very fortunately I have never been disappointed (p/s I have only been there on Saturdays). The tempura is crispy, light and fresh. You get that they use fresh oil (there is no stale oily smell you get from kitchens reusing their oil to fry). The food presentation is beautiful and you are almost relunctant to disburb the arrangment! I liked the shrimp tempura and the chirashi best. The chirashi is not your ordinary rice below with fish thrown on top. Instead, you are presented with a plate of rice with root vegetables arranged on the rice topped with a nice piece of unagi (grilled eel). Yum. The presentation is finished with a long plate of raw fish delight! Double yum! All very pretty. I regret that I have not had the presence of mind to bring my camera along (unlike Alicia G who almost always has hers with her!) to take pictures! The picture gallery on their website does not do justice to what their food actually look like! For the vegetarians out there - dont be dismayed! You can ask for a vegetarian version of the chirashi which they are very willing to accomodate. The a la carte sushi is pretty good since the emphasis is freshness here. The ikura (salmon cavier) was fresh and plump as it burst on the first bite! I definitely liked the fact that it did not feel as if I was having one of the cod liver oil pills! The spider roll (tempura soft shell crab) was plain delicious! I must admit that I am a "purist" so I have not ordered anything that has spicy mayo sauce squirted all round the plate so I cant comment on the "special" rolls. The service can be sketchy. On some ocassions, they were quick. On others, they were really slow. So I guess there is room for improvement here although they are always very friendly. There is a very small waiting space out by the front door so if you have no reservations and the place is packed, you may have to move outside (not great in wintry weather!!) The great thing about this place is that there are not overpriced given the quality of the food you get. I would definitely recommend this place. Only wished I discovered it yonks earlier! Just a note, Sushi Yoshi is closed on Sundays. They are not opened for Monday lunch either. They do lunch from Tues - Sat from 11.30am till 2.30pm and dinner Mon - Thurs from 5.00pm to 9.30 pm and dinner on Fri and Sat till 10pm.
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T.J. C.
There are basically three Japanese places around Vienna that are worth going to: Tachibana, Blue Ocean, and this place. The other two are slightly better, but this place is slightly cheaper.
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Kruella D.
I loved this place. It's small and staff is attentive. It's in a cute part of vienna on church street. I had great cali rolls, avacado rolls and spicy, crunchy white tuna rolls. It's a good date place for place or friends. Probably not good for big groups.
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JD R.
Perhaps they had just misplaced their mojo that night. I'm a big fan of Sakana, a couple of blocks away (that and Sushi Taro in DC are, in my opinion, the two best sushi restaurants in the region). However, at some level I must be a nationalist: I assumed that a Japanese-owned sushi joint should be better--or, at least, more authentic--than a Korean-owned place. If so, then perhaps "authentic" means "lower quality fish?" We walk in and wait for 5 minutes at the unstaffed hostess podium. Waitresses are walking up and down the two narrow aisles, making eye contact, but making no effort to either seat us or get a hostess. Finally, the hostess emerges from the back room. No apology or welcome (nor the traditional welcome from the sushi bar)--just a quick grabbing of menus and walking to one of the empty tables. Not a great start, but hey--maybe this is authentic? Point to Sakana. So, we sit and look at the menus. I will say that the selection is quite broad, both in sushi and in cooked entrees. Point to Yoshi. We order: Braised duck breast appetizer Ankimo (monkfish liver) appetizer Sanshoku chirashi (salmon, white tuna, and eel sashimi on a bowl of sushi rice) Uni (sea urchin) sushi Unagi (freshwater eel) nigiri Sake (salmon) nigiri Botan-ebi (large, raw shrimp--"peony shrimp"; like amaebi, but bigger) Salmon belly sashimi Toro (fatty tuna) sashimi Uzura (quail egg) sushi (with tobiko, the flying fish roe) Escolar (erroneously labeled as "white tuna") sashimi Chicken curry udon (noodle soup) Fresh wasabi The way they do their a la carte ordering is actually quite smart: The order sheet is laminated, and you use a dry-erase marker, saving paper. The one star is for this environmental consciousness. Point to Yoshi. I also like that you order each sushi or sashimi item per piece, so you can get a pretty broad selection (as I did) without being a pig. Point to Yoshi. They were out of duck and ankimo, which was a real shame, since ankimo is one of the items on which I judge a sushi restaurant (along with fatty tuna (toro), sea urchin (uni), escolar, and salmon (sake)). If you're going to have an item on your "Specials" menu, stock it. This was a Saturday at lunchtime, not a Wednesday. Point to Sakana. Ah, well. At least the waitress did not pressure me to substitute other items for the out-of-stock dishes. The food arrives piecemeal: First the soup, then some of my sushi, then my daughter's chirashi. When you have some dishes that need to be enjoyed hot, and others that are best cool, it probably isn't the best idea to bring one ten minutes before the other. Bringing the three-year-old's order last is just plain stupid. Big point to Sakana. This place would still get three or four stars, despite the service, if the fish had been stellar. As it was, the toro was too chewy (more chu-toro rather than otoro) and overly cold (too recently defrosted). Yes, deep freezing kills contaminants and is required by law. No, you should not serve the fish before it has returned to edible consistency. Point to Sakana. The escolar was good, but nowhere near as good as it is at Sakana. The uni tasted stale. It reminded me of the first time I tried uni, after which it was three years before I would try it again. Big point to Sakana. The sake tasted fresh, but the consistency was stringy. There was no discernable difference between the sake and the salmon belly. Again, point to Sakana. The botan-ebi, uzura, and unagi were excellent, as was the curry udon. Point to Yoshi. In fact, I had the thought at that moment in time that we would come back just to try other cooked dishes (but certainly not the sushi again). To this point (pun intended), they would still have gotten two or three stars. Until I got the bill. On which was the out-of-stock ankimo and the duck breast. When I (very politely) pointed out that they had charged me for these two items, the waitress said, "you didn't get those?" and walked away without another word. I kid you not. Loss of all points for Yoshi. While the bill was corrected, there was no apology for the error, which leads me to believe that maybe it wasn't accidental. Or is failing to take responsibility for a mistake part of the "authentic" Japanese dining experience? Maybe my expectations were too high. I'll tell you one thing: Even in my secret heart, I will never again assume that a Japanese sushi chef is more likely to prepare sushi well (or take pride in his sushi skills) than a Korean. It completely depends on the individual's skill, training, and artistry--and for the best combination of those in the DC area, I'm heading back to Sakana.
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Allie S.
Their dinner box is the best value I've seen in a long time. The food is all incredibly tasty and I can't wait until the next time I get to go there.
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C K.
Visited this place with my family essentially because I found this place from restaurant.com . All of us really liked this place. Food was good, sashimi portion was generous, and it wasn't overpriced. Only thing we didn't like as much was Sukiyaki. For $16.95, it was pretty small and too sugary. But overall, this is one of the better Japanese restaurants we've been to in a long while. We'd definitely visit this place again.
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Hung L.
Deluxe Chirashi is great!
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Tracey W.
Cute little place in the heart of Vienna. I had passed by many times and it was always packed so I made sure to call ahead on a beautiful friday evening expecting it to be busy. Luckily found parking in the back and we were able to snag the last outdoor table. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive. We got a combination of rolls and sashimi, which came out extremly fresh. The sashimi were thick cuts of the softest, vibrantly colored fish. The rolls were a good combination of fish and rice. One not overpowering the other. Getting the check was a little bit of a wait when they got busy but overall it was a good experience and we'll be going back again.
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Alexander S.
Twice I've gone to this place and twice I've been disappointed. The restaurant is small and, for its size you would expect relatively prompt, quick service. Unfortunately it seems that the sushi chefs simply cannot keep up with the demand of even a small crowd. There are what, 15 tables total? We ordered a chirashi dish, a sashimi dish, and the renkon salad. The miso, renkon, and drinks arrived relatively quickly. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. Our main courses took about 45 minutes to arrive, and when they did the cut of the sashimi was abysmal. Very shoddy knife-work (crooked cuts, trailing pieces, etc), coupled with salmon that looked...weathered (although it tasted ok). The fish itself was unexceptional, mutilated yes, but otherwise ordinary. All in all, it's not worth the wait to get a table, and DEFINITELY not worth the wait to get your food. There are plenty of dependable nearby sushi places that I would rather spend my money at (Tachibana comes to mind).
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Joanie C.
Two words describe this place. OVERRATED & RUDE. Sushi we got was only mediocre, nothing to brag about. We came in, ordered - then were told they close in 10 minutes!! A bit early for Saturday night, but regardless, we were still polite eventhough we were basically pushed outta there as fast as possible. The male waiter was nice about the closing...BUT the female waitress was beyond rude and nasty. I never plan to come back. Go to one of the many OTHER well rated sushi places all over Vienna.
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Jae H.
Here's the thing. The food is good and I would say well priced for the quality and taste but what bothers me most, and I have come to the point to write it up, is the following. I often have lunch, and the restaurant is filled with Asians, which speaks volumes for its reputation and quality HOWEVER; if you are not Asian, you do not receive the exact same quality of fish and portion. I noticed the popular Lunch Chirashi portions of fish and quality of fish look much better on the plates served to the Asians. Tuna, red and fresh, larger portions of fish. I have ordered this many times and I seem to get the left overs on the plate. Last visit I actually spoke to the server and I asked her why my tuna is brown and the other plates had vibrant red, and why they had more pieces of fish, larger. She pretended not to see the difference but is was as apparent as a pimple on the tip of the nose. This is not right and since we all pay the same price, they should not discriminate. I am wondering if they have an Asian selection and all the others differ. There is a difference and next time, I will send it back.
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Curious G.
First off, this is the best sushi I've had in a long time. The fish was top quality and very fresh. the nigiri sushi is priced by the individual piece and is reasonably priced for each type. They actually sell cuts from the fatty belly of several fish, not just tuna. I had tuna belly (mid-grade toro), yellowtail belly, salmon belly, snapper, scallop, spicy tuna, anago, surf clam and tekka maki. They have a rolls menu but I tend not to order special rolls anymore, even though they are beautiful, tend to fill me up and hide the flavors of the fish. This place is primarily a sushi bar that has some standard Japanese fare for the non-sushi eater such as tempura and teriyaki. It is a good sign when you see Japanese business men at a Japanese restaurant. The one thing is that they were asking walk-ins if they had reservations and turning them away when the place had half of the tables empty so you might want to call ahead, even if it is ten minutes before to make sure they give you a table or a place at the sushi bar.
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Shadow M.
My new favorite sushi restaurant! They're located in old town Vienna and have outdoor seating. The service and sushi exceeded my expectations. Stop in during their happy hour (by 6:30pm) for great deals.
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at s.
this is our favorite sushi spot in the area. the quality is excellent. and the prices reasonable. If you get there early enough for happy hour specials, the prices are a real bargain. one catch is that you need a reservation. this place gets packed fast, and sometimes you can't get a table if you try to just walk in.
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Bobbi Rae S.
salmon and tuna were fresh, no fishiness. a bit stiff, not buttery at all. mackerel was chewy and stringy--inedible. mango roll was bizarre in its juxtaposition of flavors, but this is the nature of the beast. staff was nice at first, but became rude about half an hour before closing despite notice of a late reservation.
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Patrick S.
Good food, friendly staff, nice variety of food. Sit at the bar.
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N J.
I am just starting to get into sushi and this is one of the better places I have tried. It is a nice clean restaurant...though on the small side. Because it is so good and people really seem to like it I can see how it could get packed. My friend and I ate at the bar today and those were the last 2 seats avaiable. The chef was really nice and efficient. I look forward to expanding my sushi horizons and from what I can tell this is one of the best places to do it!
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jenny h.
I'm definitely a bit of a sushi snob and I am willing to pay a lot for good sushi. While Yoshi is no Makoto, it is my favorite casual sushi spot in the DC area. It is fresh, there is is a wide selection of fish and small plates and serve is great! I would recommend Yoshi to anyone who wants to go to an authentic sushi restaurant. My favorites include the pork belly small plate and pretty much all the sashimi! My husband generally doesn't like vegetarian rolls, but he highly recommends the shitaki maki.
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Jennifer V.
This is a really nice, but small sushi place. It can get really crowded, especially on the weekends. Prices are pretty good.
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Jo M.
this place is avg at best.... i've been here 2-3 x, and i don't understand its popularity. service can be slow, it's a small space so they have tables where you wouldn't expect them, and i have to question the non-japanese people they have making your sushi. i don't know about others, but i also got the runs from this place..
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Amy N.
Love to go there whenever meeting friends in VA for lunch/ dinner. (However, you need to reserve early, in case that they are too crowded and gotta wait for an hr for table). Food is usually good. Very decent price. Love the hot special japanese appetizers, especially, the grilled pork cheek in miso. But it could be inconstant. Just one time, the nigiris were not as fresh as they were supposed to be. And, my friend had allergic reactions, which was the sign of the fresh-ness of the fishes. Staffs were very friendly. Although we had some not too fresh fishes for one time, we will still return there. Love that place in VA!
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Lisa d.
I know a lot of reviewers like the "cozy" aspect but it was like eating at a NY city chinatown share a table place - ok- exaggerated but we were in top of of other eaters. I felt bad for the first table you walk right into to check with the "hostess stand" (no space for the the hostess to stand).. on to the food- I had the sashimi special (lunch) and friend had another one fo her favorites- it just wasn't that great- good- but not great. The reviews are what brought us here but I don't think the food we both had and the super cramped tables (maybe when it's not busy it would be "cozy"?) justify us making this our place to go..
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david y.
the fish is fresh, but for my taste i prefer the rice to have a little more of a sour flavor. for this reason i prefer tachibana.
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Jessica G.
What a cute little corner sushi restaurant! The service was very good -- super attentive but not over-bearing. I had the spicy tuna roll (unoriginal, I know), but this one was what I've been looking for: a little crunchy panko/tempura in the middle with some scallions and not loaded with spicy mayo. It was delicious! The Mexican Roll was very hearty -- it had a ton of stuff going on. I was stuffed after two rolls, miso, and salad (which came with). Will definitely come back. One small caution: parking is tough.
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Jorge C.
I've been to a lot of Japanese restaurants all over VA/DC and I must say I was really surprised when I went to Sushi Yoshi. All the staff was Japanese and they were all nice and friendly. I had the squid kara age for my appetizer since I like Calamari, I was expecting calamari to be honest but i got squid legs which were really yummy. For my entree I had a bento box with the chicken teriyaki which was THE BEST CHICKEN TERIYAKI I've ever had, but that's my opinion. By the way the bento box is huge and it comes with a lot of things not mentioned in the menu, including fish croquettes. For our sushi roll we had the Dragon Sushi, in my opinion this is the best thing we had all night. Not only did it taste delicious but it also looked sooo cool! It literally looks like a dragon. There's a picture of it on their website and while I thought it was a little overpriced for a roll ($9.75) we were more than pleased to pay that price once we got it. It had about 8 delicious pieces. But yeah I kinda fell in love with this place, you should try it!
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Jocelyn H.
The food is great here. Very good chirashi as many have said and very nice sushi, tempura veggies, standard stuff. Best thing we've found is the happy hour menu that I think runs until 6:30 - totally worth it to go early and get some good bargains. They also participate with restaurant.com and you can get a $25 certificate for $2-5. The service has been fine every time we've been - not super friendly or anything but not memorably horrible.
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Lonnie B.
Very good Sushi. The Sushi bar is a little tight and behind the bar is much tighter. Felt sorry for the Sushi chefs. Very good staff and service. We sat at the Sushi bar on a Sat night with no Res and no wait. It looked like a small wait for a table. Definitely a res if your going to sit at a table. A little cluttered in the kitchen, but very clean. They cleaned after making every dish that we saw leave the sushi bar. Groups of more than four might have a problem.
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Mina P.
The sushi here is so good and there's an extensive menu on many different types of sushi. So many choices..therefore, I have to come back and try something new again. Their Chirashi comes with a LOT of food and delectable. In my opinion, it's something that 2 people can eat. Their special rolls are also great, especially the rainbow roll. Their tamago is the best I've ever had. I always get their fresh wasabi and their mochi ice cream for dessert. Mochi is great because it's small and not too filling after a meal.
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Luvs T.
The best sushi restaurant in DC metro area. Sushi is super fresh and just delicious. My favorite is the spicy tuna salad but everything is great. The restaurant is small without alot of tables. I've been here 3-4 times and each time has been great with food and service. Their sashimi is just the right size and fresh. Highly recommend it for all sushi lovers.
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Pumpkin S.
If you're looking for an authentic Japanese restaurant, look no further. This is the MOST AUTHENTIC Japanese restaurant I've been to in the DC/MD/VA area, and the evidence is in the diners-- the majority of them, when I went last week, were Japanese. The sushi is very fresh... the saba (mackerel) was wonderfully flavored and just melted in my mouth. The miso soup is also well-made and flavorful. The service was a bit slow, but prices on the lunch menu are unbelievably reasonable (It was $11 or $12 for the chirashi, which was the most authentically-prepared chirashi I've had in the United States). If you know what Japanese food is supposed to taste like, you'll enjoy this restaurant.
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Kirby T.
I've been to Sushi Yoshi several times and have always enjoyed my meal. On a recent visit however, I was very disappointed. The wait staff was inattentive and I had to ask several times for tea refills and water. My dinner companion never received the water he requested. I ordered the bento box and it was a horrible mixture of unknowns items. There was a dark, heavily seasoned meatball that we think was made from salmon. There were two heavily fried dumplings that had a lot of a spicy sauce on them. There were two other breaded, fried fishy things that were served with tartar sauce. It was all kind of weird and there was no description on the menu as to what was in the box except for a choice of tempura, sushi, or sushi/sashimi. I had ordered the tempura because I wanted the sushi box, but wanted more rolls instead of sushi and was told that there were no substitutions. The tempura was okay, but I burped stale oil the rest of the night. The box also came with chicken teriyaki, which was tasteless. It was thin, hard strips of chicken that had a little sauce on it. My meal was horrible. This was not a Japanese bento box. We ordered a special appetizer that was supposed to be a citrus/soy hamachi. It came as overcooked, dry chunks of fish with no hint of soy or citrus. We finished our meal around 9 pm and the waitress came up and asked us if we wanted anything else because they were getting ready to close. I looked around and saw that there were several people at the sushi bar and several tables of customers that were still eating and couldn't understand why we were being rushed. All in all, it was not a good experience. There are other sushi and Japanese restaurants in the area that are much better, have better service and definitely have better food.
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I. P.
our fav sushi place. fresh sashimi. portions are adequate. you can choose your portion of rolls - half portion which I think is (6) small pcs or whole roll. I tend to go for half so I can sample a good variety. they have a creative list of rolls which better suit my palate. i like their spicy scallop, spicy tuna, fresh real crab (as opposed to imitation) rolls, and also one with fresh jalapeno peppers. i try something new everytime we go and have been there multiple times. I also really enjoy their kitchen (cooked) menu. Esp. their pork belly cooked in special sweet soy sauce. Fatty goodness all around. My husband enjoys their tempura and udon. The steamed custard egg is good...and they offer complimentary salad and miso. service is ok. they are always busy. staff is not chatty but for the most part, they deliver. our dinner guests also liked they chirashi (sashimi on a bed of rice). the place is small so call ahead. some parking in the back of the building and street parking. Walkable to a few cafes, ice cream place, and middle eastern market.
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Lisa E.
Just ate there for lunch and the buttery deliciousness of the sashimi still lingers with me. I eat sushi at least once a week at various places around the Northern Virginia area and I can now definitively say I have found the best sushi in the area for the most reasonable price. I ordered the 'Lunch Sushi' which came with the requisite small miso soup, salad with 'special dressing' and a plate of stellar sushi and sashimi. For just $9 I got a spicy tuna roll that had the great complex spiciness of fresh chilies and 6 piece of perfect sashimi. The tuna melted in my mouth and the eel was pleasantly smoky without the cloying sweetness that so often accompanies it at other restaurants. As I left I couldn't help but notice what the other patrons were eating including a delicious looking noodle salad with exotic vegetables and little jewel like cubes of fish that I will be sure and try next time I return.
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VT L.
We took a chance to get a table at lunch without a reservation and we lucked out. Good thing we got there early because we noticed others who arrived later had to wait because the restaurant is small. The wait staff is very nice and the waitress took extra time to look over our sushi order when I told her that I was vegetarian. She told me that the miso soup has bonito in it so I wouldn't be able to eat it. WOW! That extra second she took meant the world to me. The Chirashi was such a big portion and they presented the fish slices onto another plate (I think it's because there was so much of it.) The food came out as it was ready which means it is fresh, however, it also means that one person sits hungry and stares at the other person. Food portions were great, quality of sushi/fish was fabulous, and price is reasonable. Splurge on the fresh wasabi!
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Alice Z.
This place was a 100% hit with my Chinese parents, who always seem to insist that they could make the same dish at home whenever we eat out. Though sushi is their specialty, that is by no means ALL they offer. Their menu has a huge variety sure to please any palette -- from izakaya (Japanese tapas style appetizers, such as a range of broiled fishes and meats) to crazy exotic fusion rolls (my mom loves these) to more authentically Japanese cuts of sushi (which is what drew me here). Best of all, the total for our party of 3 was only ~$90 (including tax and tip). Mind you, we wayyy over ordered, and took enough food home to feed me for the next day and a half. == FOOD == - Green tea - ok I know who cares, it's tea, but this is huge to me! Fortunately, they have fantastic green tea, it tastes like its from Japan. - Young's Chirashi deluxe ($28) - HUGE! Comes with a giant bowl of sushi rice + all the toppings (pickled vegetables, eel, etc) and the raw fish actually comes on the side. A good variety: 2 types of salmon, tuna, white tuna, mackerel, yellow tail, uni, etc. Not the BEST quality fish I've had but definitely amongst the fresher ones in nova - Pork belly - tender and marinated well, hard to mess this one up - Make roll - good to see that a good authentic restaurant can also do crazy fusion rolls too. - Shrimp and veggie tempura - good amount of batter so it's crispy and light, not heavy and batter covered - Boston mackerel - authentic, nothing to write home about == ATMOSPHERE == SMALL place, maybe 10-15 tables, well lit. Full of coworkers out to dinner, or partners discussing business. Very few big tables so make sure to call ahead if you have a large party! == SERVICE == Wow, slow. I think the waitresses are way overworked (I think there were 2 working the whole restaurant while I was there). It took us like 10 min just to get the menu. Otherwise the waitresses are all very nice and polite. Seems like its Japanese run (not Korean run like many other Japanese restaurants). == TIPS == - MAKE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE. Wow this place was PACKED even on a Tuesday night. The only time I could get calling earlier that day was 8:30...otherwise the estimated wait time for walk-ins was ~1 hr. - FREE PARKING LOT in back. Small though, so if full, ample street parking next door.
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D. F.
My friend and I made a reservation about 45 minutes in advance on a Sunday night and were seated within minutes of arriving. The service was OK. We needed to ask for water refills several times and for our side order of rice to be delivered. At no point did the waitress check up on us during the meal. The sushi was served room temperature, which I didn't care for. The seaweed was really chewy! Seating was someone cramped but ok for us - I definitely wouldn't want to wrangle small children in the space! The outdoor space looked nice. I guess I was expecting more with all the good things I've heard about this restaurant, but I was disappointed.
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Kuen L.
This is definitely my favorite sushi place around the area. It's always so busy so making reservation is recommended especially during weekends. Their sushi is usually fresh and tasty with reasonable prices compared to other sushi restaurants. The bento boxes are good too. I would give this place 5 stars if the service was better. The waitresses are little rushy, which I understand since they don't have many seats in a such small restaurant. However, I don't like being rushed when I'm trying to enjoy my meal.
(4)
Amie M.
The best sushi place in Vienna (of the 4 that we tried)! Our family LOVES sushi so we set out to find our favorite local sushi restaurant after moving to Vienna. Sushi Yoshi is the best! Prices are slightly higher than other sushi places, but worth it in my opinion and happy hour prices help. Restaurant is cozy and friendly. Atmosphere is lively and comfortable. Service is fantastic and the sushi is delicious! Recommend reservations even on week nights.
(5)
Kristine K.
I am a huge sushi lover, and this is my FAVORITE sushi restaurant in Northern Virginia. You know this place is good because it is packed no matter what time or day of the week you come here. This place is not big or anything fancy, but its sushi is better than most fancy sushi restaurants. They are generous with their sashimi pieces and their fish are always fresh and of great quality. Even the simple rolls such as the Salmon Roll tastes amazing here. With their modest prices and generous portions, I always leave this place feeling full, which is not always the case after eating sushi.
(5)
John C.
Absolutely love this place. Have been here several times, and their food keeps me coming back. Their sushi is heaven. My favorite roll is the simple tako (octopus), and they cut it amazingly. I wish I could give this place 4 1/2 stars, but unfortunately, there is no option. The only reason why I'm not giving it 5 stars was because the service wasn't phenomenal. It wasn't bad; they ladies were very nice, but it just wasn't "wow" service (during any of my visits). However, the food was definitely worth 5 stars, as I've mentioned already. Also, free soda refills would be nice... they should invest in a soda machine. Also, do not come without a reservation. The place is full and packed for a reason -- the food is just that good, SO CALL AHEAD OF TIME TO RESERVE!
(4)
John J.
Try their chirashi! Great portion for your money. Below are the pros and cons of this restaurant: Pros: Great portions for the money you pay Awesome waiters/waitresses Pretty decent quality Cons: Tough to find parking spots Restaurant is a little too small, patrons may bump into one another
(3)
Jane P.
Ahhh this place is my new favorite sushi place. Everything I tried here went above and beyond my expectations. So delicious and fresh. I got the chirashi. It came with an assortment of raw fish and a bowl of rice with all these delicious fixings. The sashimi was cut super thick and tasted fresh. It was perfect to eat with the bowl of rice. In the rice there was pickled gingers, pickled radishes, beef boiled in sweet soy sauce, shrimp, seaweed, an assortment of vegetables, eggs, and so much more. The flavor of the rice was perfect with the sashimi. I also tried their tempura green tea ice cream. This was a fried ice cream. It had the perfect amount of batter and ice cream. Who can say no to fried green tea ice cream. Definitely going back in the near future!
(5)
Dale H.
Revisited our local sushi joint. As always, place is small with basically no parking and you don't even get an indoor seat unless you have a reservation. Anyway, food was excellent! Udon was well balanced with depth in flavour. Even the miso soup was thick; liquid and miso was well merged. Sushi is fresh with rich colors. Chirashi dish separated the fish and rice. Fish portion was generous, fresh and flavorful. Within the rice, there were various cooked fish where other joints would not add due to cost. The variety of these ingredients indicates attention to detail.
(5)
Will C.
Another sushi restaurant that I can add to my arsenal when my sushi craving hits hard. So far my favorite in the DC/VA area is Sushi Capitol located in DC but since they aren't open on Sunday, Sushi Yoshi can temporarily take their place. Dining in on a Sunday at 6:30 the restaurant was pretty empty but I would still suggest making a reservation, it seems like it is impossible to get a seat without a reservation. Alexis K and I wanted to order their grilled yellowtail jaw however it was sold out so we went with the salmon head jaw instead. We ordered the white fish, scallop, yellowtail belly, salmon belly, chu toro, spanish mackerel, ebi (shrimp) nigiri and lastly a salmon skin roll. Their salmon jaw was pretty good, but I was really looking forward to the yellowtail jaw since Alexis gave it a lot of hype. The nigiri were all really good and my favorite was definitely the Spanish mackerel and the scallop. I wasn't too big fan of the shrimp since it the shrimp didn't seem too fresh and the salmon skin roll was really salty. The rest of the fish was prepared well and had a good balance of fish to rice ratio. Customer service is average, water is refilled and if a waitress is needed one can be flagged down easily due to the small size of this restaurant. Speaking about size, I would not recommend dining with more then 4 people at this restaurant because the area is cramped. I am glad I was able to try out this restaurant, even though my gf might not be the biggest fan of it I think it is pretty good considering what VA has to offer for sushi. I will definitely be back if I can't get a reservation at Sushi Capitol or if it is a Sunday. Tip: There are some parking spots behind the restaurant, if those are unavailable then street parking will be your only option.
(4)
Dan M.
Alright so this place came highly recommended to me to check out for a good chirashi deal and good sushi quality overall. Now the person I spoke with did mention that it had been a while since they had ventured out here but I was content with the idea of a sushi joint not too far away from where ive been hoteling at. The joint itself is located on the corner of an intersection and parking can be kind of a pain depending on the day you go. The restaurant itself is not that big surprisingly and I would say they have 10 tables or so with a sushi counter that wraps around. The service is not bad and they are pretty quick with bringing out the food. I have come here a few times and my most recent trip I sat at the sushi counter squeezed between two people. They definitely are packing a lot of people in a tight space. I decided the best way to figure out the quality of their sushi would be to order a large variety of nigiri (ouch to wallet). The miso soup came out quickly and was fine but nothing noteworthy. I am not a big "presentation" guy but I thought it could have used work when I saw the nigiri plate and sashimi plates. The rice to sushi distribution is not the best but I understand it used to be better so maybe just a downgrade? The quality was fine but nothing notable. Not sure if I just caught this spot in the wrong year but just an OK spot for me that I would not mind hitting up for convenience.
(3)
Ana L.
Hands down the best sushi place in Vienna.
(5)
Paul D.
I have a 4 year-old child with some food allergies. There are many things she can't eat, but she loves sushi! We've taken her to many sushi places in the DC area. There aren't usually many of her allergens we have to be concerned about at a sushi place, but there are some so we always explain the situation and ask if they wouldn't mind making sure the knife is clean and that they use a fresh or, at least, freshly cleaned cutting board. I'd like to think this would be the case anyway, but it's a good idea to double check. Took my family to Sushi Yoshi for mother's day lunch. I've been there many times with work friends and the food was pretty good. Thought my wife and daughter would like it. We explained the allergy situation to them and they said no, they wouldn't make sure the knife was clean or use a fresh cutting board. Manager was pretty unfriendly about it (in front of my daughter, who was pretty embarrassed) and it was clear that his concern was liability. He said i could bring in my own cutting board, but they wouldn't clean theirs. I should have asked ahead of time, but that's no excuse for that lack of courtesy or respect for your customer. To be honest, i understand that they don't want to take the risk of getting sued. My problem was with how incredibly rude he was about it and we had to leave. I've never left a restaurant like that before. He could have said he understood, or sorry but they're not setup for that, or any kind of response that included respect or kindness. We went to whole foods and they're always happy to make sure they're using clean knives and cutting boards. In fact, this is the first time we've been anywhere where this simple request has been denied. With the unfortunate increase in food allergies these days, i hope places like Sushi Yoshi make at least some concessions for the sake of their customers, or at the very least be willing to clean their tools!
(1)
Paul S.
I came across this gem through a friend's referral. I ordered the Chirashi and it didn't disappoint. I usually order the Chirashi as my go-to menu item at various sushi restaurants, but none compares to the generous portion of sashimi from this place. Not only do they serve a generous portion, the sashimi pieces are nice and large and presented beautifully. I've only been there twice (twice in two weeks), but will go back again and again. Only downside, the place is really small inside, a little difficult to move around, and you are sitting very close to the other customers. Besides that, sushi is excellent! They're very busy, but they do take call aheads!
(4)
Jade Y.
Chirashi Chirashi Chirashi!! I've ordered chirashi from a number of other sushi restaurants, but none of them can hold a candle to Sushi Yoshi's. First, they start you off with a small salad and miso soup. Then, they overwhelm you with a platter of thick, fresh, succulent pieces of sashimi (tuna, salmon, mackerel, etc.) with a plate of seasoned rice and a diversity of toppings. I usually order the chirashi with an additional roll, which turns out to be a good amount of food for two. Tips: - I highly recommend making reservations as the restaurant is pretty small and gets crowded. - Ask for green tea! - They don't skimp out on the chirashi experience even if you do takeout so don't be afraid to forgo dining in (see picture for reference)
(5)
Phung H.
Very simple flavors, the ingredients are fresh and delightful. The service is attentive. The restaurant is VERY small and tight. Make reservations!! The rolls are small and kinda priced high.
(4)
Henna C.
B Box , yummy~
(4)
Lop M.
The quality varies a lot these days and their service is just too awful. Just because they have endless customers in line that doesnt give them a right to treat the customers like disposable shit. Much better off with carry out. But make sure you order at least an hour early. Ordered 40 minutes before I arrived and yet they still made me to wait for another 20 minutes. What the hell. Oh and they wont say sorry for even once.
(1)
Albert L.
Finally got myself over to Sushi Yoshi after passing on chances throughout the years, and let me tell you, you're not going to find anything much more authentic than this. The size of Sushi Yoshi lends itself better to small groups or individuals, so be prepared to reserve or wait. I came in on a Sunday lunch (Easter actually), and I was promptly seated at the sushi bar with other patrons. The first thing that I noticed was that there were actually a good number of Japanese customers here! That is a great sign. The head sushi chef behind the bar is Yoshi himself, and it was cool to see him and his staff creating some amazing-looking dishes. I already knew that I wanted the chirashi from the stories my friends had told me. It is legendary status really. I told my waitress that's what I wanted, and she promptly brought out some green tea as well. The chirashi comes out on two plates - the rice portion and the fish plate. The fish is your standard cuts of tuna, salmon, whitefish, and some seared fish as well. The kicker is the squid strips on there! The fish all tasted very fresh and clean. They were cut into just the right size as well to let you enjoy the flavor of the fish without overwhelming your palate in one bite. Now, the rice plate is really something. Never have I seen something as pretty as this in the States. A large bed of sushi rice (read: vinegar-ed) with tremendous amounts of finely julienned snow peas, ginger, tamago, ebi (shrimp), a piece of cooked fish (maybe unagi), pickled radish, carrot, cubes of marinated radish, sun-dried tomato, lotus root, sprouts, and a cube of roasted pork. Whew. So many delicate flavors going on in that bit, it really was incredible. The rice was perfect, the ebi was sweet and cooked just right, the tamago had a soft texture with a hit of sweetness, the tomato had a subtle herbal taste, the roast pork had a deep soy flavor, and the julienned vegetables on top offsets the softer texture of the rice and fish with a nice crunch. Really, I cannot get over the finesse and layers of flavor in the chirashi. For lunchtime, it is a complete steal at $14 (after tax). Yoshi-san, you have won me over.
(5)
Cathy H.
What was the best chirashi lunch deal in town is no longer. The rice portion has shrunk by half and the sashimi portion has shrunk by a third. No more spicy tuna and one less piece of every fish. I hate when this happens. Customers frequent an establishment for consistency and when a dish is no longer consistent, the customers must go elsewhere for a new favorite. I would still go back to Sushi Yoshi for their ankimo and sashimi, but for chirashi lunch, I will go elsewhere. Service is still good here, so if you're in the area and love sushi, don't let my chirashi rant deter you.
(3)
Jamie G.
Awesome sushi spot in the burbs! Had the Salmon and tuna avocado. We were able to sit at the bar and watch the chefs in action. Will be back soon!
(5)
Christina T.
If you're claustrophobic or have a baby stroller with you, don't go here! It's a tiny restaurant with tables all close to one another. I'm not claustrophobic nor have a baby stroller but just FYI. :) But they have the best Chirashi, ever! :D their rice is so yummy, (minus their miso soup always smelling like the Clorox cleaning product. I think it's their bowls and utensils that make it smell like that... Boohoo).
(4)
Alexis K.
***3.5/5 STARS*** I have a bad relationship with sushi in NOVA, so I didn't have the highest of expectations coming to Sushi Yoshi with my family. My dad frequents Sushi Yoshi all the time after golfing with his buddies and he insists almost too passionately that it's the crème de a crème of sushi in the DC-VA-MD area. We had family over from LA, and my dad thought that Sushi Yoshi would be the perfect place to take our group of 6. We walked in promptly at 5PM without reservations; we were seated immediately. But I cannot stress the importance of making reservations if you want to dine in at Sushi Yoshi. By 5:30pm, it was totally packed! As many reviewers have already mentioned, there are very few tables in the restaurant and a couple seats up by the bar. Sushi Yoshi is definitely not ideal for larger parties (i.e. 5+ people). Our group of 6 was seated at their larger table, but we were still elbow to elbow. My dad, the Sushi Yoshi expert, ordered for our entire table. I honestly don't even know everything we had because he ordered so much, but we started off with braised pork belly and grilled yellowtail. The braised pork belly was average -- it tasted mainly of just soy sauce, so I was a little disappointed. The grilled yellowtail, however, was DELICIOUS. Definitely the highlight of the entire meal. Though this was just an appetizer, they give you a really large piece of yellowtail. The fish was melt-in-your-mouth good and had this addictive buttery quality to it. In terms of the sushi, my dad ordered a combination of nigiri (yellow tail belly, sweet shrimp, salmon belly, toro, live scallops, uni, eel, and more) and rolls (salmon skin roll, lobster roll, California roll, dragon roll, and more). I'm not the biggest fan of rolls, but I have to say that the rolls at Sushi Yoshi are comparatively better than other rolls I've had at sushi restaurants in NOVA. The nigiri was fairly good in quality -- the rice to fish ratio was on par, but the fish itself was just OK. The sweet shrimp and yellow tail belly were my favorites, but the others were unmemorable to me. TL;DR - I have yet to find good sushi in NOVA (DC is another story though - yay for Sushi Capitol!). While Sushi Yoshi is certainly better in terms of quality, I wouldn't say their sushi is anything noteworthy.
(3)
Ariel S.
I think this place is trying way too hard, and it's not succeeding. The sushi was over the top with ingredients and flavors that it became too much. I ordered the bento box, and almost everything in the box wasn't mentioned clearly or at all on the menu. If i would have known about the extra, non-typical, things in the bento box, I would have ordered something else. The house salad and soup were tasty but those were the only things I really enjoyed. The gyoza was served cold. And the tofu and red snapper with broth appetizer, had no flavor. It just tasted like hot water. Meh. Not really a fan of this place. oh and the parking is awful. You're better off finding street parking.
(2)
Pariya P.
Im always here for spicy tuna salad. Actually, before this i was NOT a fan of spicy tuna. But here they pick two different types for you; sesame seed oil and spicy-mayo base which makes the dish more flavorful!! In addition, the dish is perfectly added the crispy seaweed deep-fried as tempura between two spicy tuna layers. Yes, incredibly perfect combination!!! RESERVATION NEEDED BOTH PARTY OR EVEN SINGLE!!! :-)
(5)
Jodie R.
If you're lookin' for sushi that won't disappoint -- Sushi Yoshi is the place to be! I've been here a couple times with my family and we continue to return because not only is it close to where we live, but also the sushi is quality. Fresh. Tasty. Deliciousness *^* But first things first: always call in to make a reservation! You can risk just walking in if you want -- but you may have to wait quite awhile. Lunch and dinner rush is especially extreme. Also, there aren't many parking spaces available, so expect to park a block or so away and walk to the restaurant! Since it was lunch rush, we had to wait a bit for the waitress to come to our table and ask for our drink order. Hot green tea is complimentary so don't be afraid to order/ask for it! For entrees, my dad ordered the tempura udon, my mom ordered the chirashi lunch, and I ordered the sashimi lunch. What I love about the fish here is that they give generous portions, so you'll always leave feeling full. The fish also tastes, and smells fresh (no fishy odor = quality sashimi/sushi). Plus, the slices are prepared perfectly (not too thick, not too thin) and the plates are always visually appealing. (The chirashi rice is also so addictive and seasoned to perfection). My sashimi lunch came with three different types of salmon, two different types of tuna (maguro and seared) & white tuna, yellowtail, and a slice of flounder. Definitely a generous portion. I don't mind salmon (it's my favorite) -- I love the nuttiness and fatty flavor of it. My dad enjoys variety and isn't a big fan of salmon, which is why he prefers Tachibana's sashimi/sushi's. I also like Tachibana's ability to give more variety; however, Sushi Yoshi, for its price and quality of fish, the chirashi and sashimi here are really good choices! Overall, $45 for a really good, hearty, quality meal (: Definitely one of the best sushi places in Vienna!
(4)
Christine V.
Servise wise: They deserved a one star or zero if possible. We arrived there at 11:45am, so glad to see five or more EMPTY tables inside and one empty table outside. The lady said sorry it NEEDS reservation for a freakin' lunch time!!! The next table available would be at 1pm. This starving 8-month pregnant lady with a 6-yr old kid got basically turned down. Just like that! #Hangrybird #recommendsfirstcomefirstserve
(1)
Linda P.
Ordered grilled hamachi jaw, sashimi deluxe, unagi sashimi, spicy crunchy tuna roll and spicy tuna hand roll. Overall food was OK, but not amazed for the price...Sashimi pieces are much slimmer than Sushi Prince. Servers were nice. I will go back to Sushi Prince for better value and taste.
(3)
Katie L.
This is my favorite sushi place in Vienna because I love the brown rice option. My personal favorites are the Church St Roll and the absolutely mouth-watering Scallop Tempura Roll. There is a reason why there is always a wait for reservations, especially on the weekends. It's an authentic Japanese restaurant in historic Church St in Vienna with great food; it doesn't try hard to razzle dazzle because the food has substance. I am happy they're open for business in my area, and I make it a point to visit every week. PS: I'm not a fan of soy sauce so I love the mango and eel sauces they use for the special sushi rolls.
(4)
Diana S.
What to eat: 1.) [Recommended] Sushi Yoshi is known for its chirashi and I must say the rice flavor and texture combination is better than I've had. The raw fish here is also spot on. Your meals comes with a complimentary seaweed soup and miso-ginger dressing iceberg lettuce small salad. 2.) [Not Recommended] We also ordered the special cucumber roll. Unlike the usual cucumber roll, the chef here adds a thick layer of vietnamese spring roll skin to the outside completely masking the crunchy freshness with a chewy, rubbery, inedible wrap. Each trio piece comes drizzled with a different sauce, all equally unsatisfying to the taste. Service: is quick and to the point. Server came by quickly, took or order and didn't come by again. Though since the restaurant space is tiny (refer to my picture), any of the three waitresses would have been easy accessible. Ambiance: My first and strongest impression of the restaurant was the smell. I have frequented many a sushi restaurant in my time and never have I smelled such a strong stench of old fish. This smell isn't the just-got-off-the-beach-and-we're-at-a-hole-in-the-Âwall-smelly-fish-restaurant, it's straight up wow-what-happened-here-why-does-it-smell-so-bad-Âthis-is-weird. *Three stars means "A-OK." Despite the tiny and cramp space, weird restaurant smell and poorly crafted roll, the chirashi rice is excellent and the raw fish melts in your mouth. And as a raw fish fanatic, I don't say that often. Therefore, I say Sushi Yoshi is A-OK.
(3)
Lucy C.
I called in a little under an hour before I wanted to eat and they were able to accommodate my dining companion and me on a Sunday evening. Maybe I'm too accustomed to big city life, but I found it insanely bizarre that the whole place cleared out by 9pm. As per the recommendation of our server, we got a bottle of Bunraku sake, which was mildly sweet and super delicious and came in a beautiful blue bottle (which would make an adorable flower vase). Equally delicious were the hand rolls (spicy crunchy white tuna and avocado!) and their nice, thick cuts of sashimi. I think they forgot about our order of chirashi because it took forever to come out but it was worth the wait. I probably would have paid for just the rice with the yummy toppings, but the assortment of fish on the side definitely makes it the best bang for your buck. Just be sure to let someone know that you're coming here before you go in, in case of food coma or something-- cell reception is really bad.
(4)
Andrew P.
I've been here a handful of times now.. and every time? Chirashi! Good pricing, great taste! The atmosphere with Japanese decor makes the place all the better. It's great for a small group or family. The bar is situated quaintly in front of the kitchen, and the staff finishes off the authenticity of this restaurant! If you're an avid fan of sushi, then you must try this place out!
(5)
Jeanne K.
I came here for lunch on a Saturday. If you come on the weekend, I definitely recommend you make reservations. It's a small place with not that many tables. My friends and I ordered the chirashi lunch and the sushi for two. We enjoyed the sushi for two, but more so the chirashi. They are very generous with the amount of sashimi they give you, and there's a good variety. The rice is flavored on its own and comes topped with other seasoned vegetables which gave it nice flavor and a refreshing bite. The fish here was pretty fresh, but I would say Sushi Taro in DC is better in terms of fish quality. Still, Sushi Yoshi's chirashi lunch special is worth the visit, and for the price, even better.
(4)
Mina C.
The parking here SUCKS. The restaurant is TINY. MAKE A RESERVATION. My coworker and I didn't, and we ended up in a weird seat RIGHT next to the door. We were lucky to have seating at all. Sushi Yoshi is near one of my favorite dessert places, so when we were looking for lunch one day, we decided to come here. The yelp reviews are phenomenal, so why not. I really liked the salmon teriyaki i ordered. I rarely order this dish, I am more of a sashimi girl myself. It was REALLY good here. A huge piece of fish, and it came out HOT. My coworker decided on rolls, but our lunches still both came with salad and soup! So it's a good meal. They also gave hot genmaicha (roasted rice green tea). I love tea, so this was an added bonus that I don't see at other sushi lunch places in the Vienna area. If I still worked in the area, I'd definitely come back for lunch.
(4)
Thomas L.
Really good spot in vienna. Went with wife and ordered sushi platter for 2 plus a few Ala cart items. Hands down the fatty tuna was the best thing we had. Melts in the mouth. Mackerel was really good and I usually don't care for it. This is a restaurant I'll return to.
(4)
Iori M.
Their Chirashi was ok, but the service was just awful. We went during the weekend which we understand it's a busy time, but they seated 3 of us in a tiny table which wasn't even big enough for 2. Our plates were basically touch each other's plates. And even when more table became available (without people waiting in line), they still wouldn't re-seat us to a bigger table when asked.
(2)
Julie H.
Probably the best sushi restaurant in Tysons/McLean/Vienna area! Even on the busiest hours, they have friendly and pretty fast service. Went without reservation on a Saturday night, we were lucky and got a table for two (note: must make reservation on Friday/Saturday evenings, unless if you don't mind waiting 2 hours). It was so busy but the servers were very friendly and quick to get our orders. Food came out pretty fast too. Sushi sashimi was all so fresh and tasty!! We also got monkfish liver, (we never eat and dislike anything liver) but this was a pleasant experience, did not taste anything like liver. Also got fresh raw scallop sushi, which was fantastic!! I may have found my favorite sushi restaurant close to home!!
(5)
Venn R.
This is the best sushi place in VA. Very fresh fish, generous servings, and quick service. Sashimi plates and unagi both excellent. No need to look for special rolls and all that. Here is plain sushi at its finest. My one complaint would be that it's always full so the wait can be long at peak hours. Worse on special occasion days. Otherwise highly recommended.
(4)
J B.
All I can say is...this is where I go for the best sushi in the Oakton/Vienna/Reston area (although I will go to Whole Foods for lunch sushi frequently). I really enjoy this place... it has really fresh fish and my kids love the teriyake dishes. Make sure you call ahead to ensure you get a seat. I like sitting inside or at the bar. The outside needs some attention.
(5)
Elisabeth E.
Tiny little place with very limited seating so if you want to get in here around the dinner hour you may want to call for a reservation. Nice and intimate with an inviting feel to the restaurant. We were greeted quickly and seated right away with our reservation we had. Server was very friendly though wasn't too familiar with gluten free. They did have gluten free soy sauce which was nice but since the menu does not specify and the server didn't know, best to stick with the sashimi. The sashimi was fresh and tasty. I love it when the fish is evenly sliced but nice meaty portions. I also had the edemame which was good. My friends had rolls and were all pleased. Food was served promptly and prices were reasonable. I'd definitely consider enjoying the sushi here again if I'm in the area
(4)
Helen Z.
This may be my favorite restaurant in the NoVa area and definitely worthy of being my 100th review. Tucked away on a small side street and with limited seating, Sushi Yoshi may not look like much from the outside. If you are a fan of Japanese cuisine and can appreciate the subtlety of enjoying good sashimi, this is a must stop. My friend and I were lucky and got seated at the sushi bar even though we hadn't made reservations on a Sunday afternoon. From there, we could enjoy the view of chefs preparing the fish, browse the book on Japanese cuisine propped up on there counter, and proceed to enjoy one of the best meals I've ever had. We started with miso soup and a small salad. I don't know what dressing they use on those salads, but I'm a huge fan. The appetizers were just enough to stave off the hunger as we waited for my chirashi and his spicy tekka don. When our food arrived, I was confused for a few seconds. Yes, this was a huge bowl of rice (I ordered brown rice) with lots of colorful toppings of ginger, tamago, veggies, and dried fruit, but where was the fish? Then the waitress brought out the fish - an entire tray of assorted sashimi for me and an equally large tray of spicy tuna for my friend. Both of were amazed. Never have I had leftovers at a sushi restaurant but after slowly enjoying each delicious bite of sashimi, I was full halfway through the dish. $25 for a huge delicious serving of chirashi and enough for leftovers? Sushi Yoshi, you have won my stomach and my taste buds. I'll be back again soon!
(5)
Dominion O.
Nice chiaowamushi steamed egg and uni sushi are both very good. Sashimi is excellent here!
(4)
Christine T.
We decided to go get sushi here on Saturday at noon. Make sure and get a reservation because it gets packed on the weekends. We were seated immediately. Sitting at the bar, we ordered various pieces of sashimi. We made sure we tried all of the fatty fishes (which were very buttery and delicious). The sashimi was reasonably priced. In addition to the sashimi, we tried their Tim Tim roll and were not impressed. I have also heard great things about their chirashi and other special sushi rolls. I will have to come back on another day to try that out. Overall, I had a good experience. The waitress was friendly. The food was good.
(4)
Melissa G.
Pretty fresh sushi. Very authentic. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. they kept calling our party just to make sure we were on the way because we were running a bit late.
(4)
Cat P.
The first time I came here, I ordered some sushi as well as izakaya bites, such as fried squid legs. The fried squid legs and the raw fish were both tasty and fresh. And the restaurant, though small and simple, had an understated elegance. This time around, I came with my husband on a Saturday, at lunchtime, when the restaurant was already quite busy and many had already made reservations. We were told that we would be seated, though it would be understood that we only had an hour to eat since another couple was coming then. Okay. Sushi usually doesn't take long anyway. We ordered the sushi platter for two. It came out in about ten minutes and featured all sorts of wonderful cuts of fish. My personal favorite was this paler, fatty slab of fish that was buttery and delightful sans soy sauce. The other items, such as the salmon, octopus, and tuna, were also good. Here are my issues: The presentation was a bit on the sloppy side. I understand they were super busy and all, but I would expect a little more from a restaurant frequented by Japanese ex pats. The miso soup, usually soothing and delicious at more "authentic restaurants," was mediocre. The restaurant as a whole looked sloppy, too, haphazard. Blue Ocean, another popular Japanese spot for sushi, though nowhere near as popular as Sushi Yoshi, is rather small, but it's always neat and the presentation is always lovely. The fish I've had at Mikaku in Herndon is always just as tasty and looks much prettier on the plate. But the beauty of the food isn't only evident with the sushi; simple noodle soups and fried seafood are just as gorgeous. So obviously I have my favorites for "authentic," from my perspective, sushi. I'd rather go to Blue Ocean, or Mikaku, or Kotobuki, or even Sushi Prince, any day. Sushi Yoshi may have been worth the lines and the waits a few years back, but it's not worth it now.
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Sang-Keun K.
Quite possibly my favorite sushi place in Northern VA. I'd have to say that Sushi Prince in Fairfax City is probably a close second in terms of freshness and value. Everything from their appetizers to their platters are always on point and always fresh. The only downsides of the restaurant are the small seating area (make sure to make reservations, even same-day saves you a lot of time) and sometimes the slices of sashimi can be on the smaller end. I generally prefer the Chirashi dishes, which are uniquely presented with the seasoned rice and pickled vegetables separately dished from the sashimi.
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Brian M.
Came here for lunch with my parents. Definitely make a reservation here because space is limited and the restaurant is quite popular. I got the chirashi lunch while my parents got the sushi and sashimi lunch. We started off with the shrimp and veggie tempura which was pretty good, nothing too special but solid. The chirashi was really good. They give you rice with a bunch of veggies on top and then they give you the sashimi on the side so you can control the amount of fish in each bite. The only thing about the chirashi I would have wanted less of was the eel sauce on top which I felt made it too sweet but everything else was really good. Overall for the chirashi it was 12.95 and they give you a good amount of food. Overall the place has good Japanese food for a great price, you can't really go wrong with that Just get the chirashi. 90% of the restaurant ordered it.
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Kevin Jiseup K.
Chrisashi lunch combo is da truth. They give you so much sashimi and so much rice for $12 I feel sorry for robbing them every single time. I must admit though that it often becomes carbo overload, so I try to make myself feel better by paying 2 dollars more for the brown rice. The sushi here is so fresh and good, but if you get anything else here than the chirashi lunch special, you are a chump. Jk, maybe you just don't like sashimi. But then why would you come to a sushi restaurant...
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Vyvy H.
The best Japanese food in the DMV hands down! MUST TRY. Not just the sushi. Everything! This is real authentic Japanese food. At least the best you'll ever find around this area. Ask the servers for recommendations and don't be afraid to try different things. It's the ones that we don't know about that are the best!! Highly recommend the Takoyaki appetizer!!
(5)
Binna L.
One of the best chirashi/Japanese place! I love their chirashi: good deal and great quality! The sashimi pieces are fresh and there's so many! I've come here a couple of times just for the chirashi and it's worth the drive. One of the best Japanese places in the dmv area. Make sure to make a reservation, they get filled pretty quickly especially on the wknds. They also have a brown rice option which is great for me!
(5)
Cyndy K.
Cyndy's Bottom Line: a great selection of sushi and sashimi. I finally got a reservation so I took hubby for dinner so he could try his favorite uni and hamachi. He loved the generous pieces of uni and the freshness. The hamachi pieces were of good texture and taste. This is what we ate: Salmon avocado roll - delicious balance of avocado and salmon. Tekka maki - generous pieces of maguro. Pork gyoza - flavorful delicious. Sauce is ok. Salmon belly sashimi - good but I noticed there was a bit of skin left behind on a few pieces. Special Madagascar shrimp tempura with green salt. - good tasting shrimp with the fried shrimp heads but it wasn't fried to perfection. There was an oily residue as if it was not drained well or the oil was not hot enough. I prefer the fish over the rice here....
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KC H.
Chirashi lunch is delicious and great for sharing. Be sure to make reservations during the weekend because they get very busy. Service is nice and courteous. Definitely a sushi restaurant that I'll come back to often.
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Charry L.
They have the best chirashi!!! When you visit here for lunch try their lunch chirashi - best deal for the buck!
(5)
Dinh P.
Had the Katsu, which is a battered and deep dried pork cutlet. It was super dry and not seasoned. Very bland. I was never a fan of Japanese food, my daughter wanted to eat here. But this place definitely made me never want to eat Japanese food again, besides a Ramen house :)
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Daniel P.
I loved sushi yoshi for a while. Their sushi was great. The last time I went turned me away. Their sushi was over processed and foamy feeling. I was shoved up against the awkward sushi bar with the unfriendly awkward stares. Sorry, I'll be going elsewhere.
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Drew N.
Been here 3 times, tried various things including sushi. Meh. Pretty mediocre. I always ask myself "why did we come back here?" Tonight was no exception. The sushi was ok, but the sushi rolls are not very good. They have a habit of sticking mango in everything, even when it's not listed as an ingredient. The Kara-age (japanese fried chicken) was not very good either, very thick pieces and quite hard. Our water glasses had lettuce or spinach or something floating around in them and when we asked for new ones, our grumpy waitress was NOT pleased. We ordered some other things that were pretty forgettable and they all came with super heavy mayo as a dipping sauce. Since when does tonkatsu come with mayo? Where the hell is the tonkatsu sauce? And when we asked for some, they had no idea what we meant, so they brought us "brown sauce" which was vaguely similar. If you go here and order tonkatsu, bring your own bottle of Bulldog Tonkatsu sauce. :P There were 5 servers working tonight, 4 of them were pretty nice, but 1 was not. She came to our table, took 1 persons order and then turned around and walked away. Wtf? Do I want to order food or a drink? Of course not, I just come to restaurants to play tennis. :P Been here 3 times, all of them were a mistake. If you want good Japanese food go to Tachibana or even Sakura (which is surprisingly good for a chain and the waitresses rock!) Never going back. Waste of time, money and patience.
(2)
Jai S.
Best sushi in Northern Virginia. Even non-sushi eaters will love it here. I could eat here week maybe everyday. Come for happy hour great prices.
(5)
Jaime Y.
Hmm.. 3.5 stars.. We ordered a variety of nigiri sushi and while a few orders were good, others were a bit disappointing. Not to mention, each piece came with a HUGE slab of rice that took away from the flavor of the fish.. yelp.com/user_local_phot… What we liked: botan ebi, uni, and engawa.. We were feeling adventurous, so we decided to try botan ebi and wow.. I'm glad we did because it was sweet and juicy! (And I usually don't care too much for sweet shrimp.) Engawa was crisp and flavorful.. YUM. It's starting to become one of my favorite orders of fish :). Uni was an orgasm in my mouth.. Too good to describe in words. However, the rice they put into each piece threw me off a bit.. It just didn't taste right. What we didn't like: sharp-toothed eel, spanish mackerel.. Sharp-toothed eel was so dry that it was difficult to swallow without gulping down water. Spanish mackerel was also on the dry side.. Why?? Definitely did not taste fresh.. The excessive amount of rice didn't help either. I would give this restaurant 4 stars if their rice quality/amount improved. Who knows, maybe we came on a bad day? There's a possibility we'll be back to try it again and I can update my review..
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Steven C.
Son is back from College and wants good Japanese, we finally got the reservation we want. The sushi combo for 2 and sashimi came first, very fresh and good. I liked the shrimp with the head roasted, ordered 6 more. It shows the attention to details. The yellow tail Jaw was excellent, one of the best I have had. Very juicy and good meat quality. The grilled mackerel was typical. I will definitely come back. This could be the preferred Japanese place for us. You should definitely make reservation.
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Daniel L.
If I could, I would give 1.5 stars - the .5 comes from the low prices, but be forewarned, you definitely get what you pay for. The freshness of the sushi is just non-existent. For me, when you start questioning the freshness of the sushi you're being served, it makes you start thinking... Will this make make me sick in the morning? it really starts putting a damper to your meal. Now I like my sushi and like to believe that I know fresh sushi when I see and taste it - for example, what you'd be served at tachibana (very fresh and authentic - came to yoshi for something different). We got the tako yaki - in 2 of the 5 balls, the squid was so hard you couldn't chew it. The other three were good. We got the tuna tataki in ponzu sauce - don't get it. The ponzu sauce is nasty, and cut with so much sesame oil or something that makes it bland - we actually returned it after a bight. The chawan mushi - was ok, but instead of chopping up the shrimp and chicken so it adds just a little texture to the smooth egg dish, they drop a hunk of chicken in with a limp shrimp - tail included. Pork belly tapas dish - I recommend, but definitely utilize the hot mustard paste on the side or it'll be way too sweet to eat. Rolls - their not evenly cut or filled, lacking a lot of attention to detail. Sushi you get at malls are prettier and better assembled - which says a lot. We got the sashimi platter and the sashimi was limp, dark, and had a funky texture... If I get sick tomorrow I'll know what it's from. My gf loves uni - sea urchin. Now this is an ingredient that goes bad quickly and is relatively expensive. So definitely something not to get here. It had a slimy texture (it should be mushy, but not slimy) and a funny smell. My gf took are a small piece and left the rest. Over all- we both agreed never to return. The only saving grace is that we found Nielson's custard across the street afterwards. A must go. Service is done by teenagers so don't expect too much professionalism, but the product is creamy heaven and the staff knowledgeable.
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Fan S.
Such a great taste! The in house made sauce coupled with special sushi, oh man I would love to pay visit to Yoshi regularly just for that! And the price is quite reasonable and the staff is as friendly and warm as it gets. Highly recommended~
(5)
Branden L.
Solid food at competitive prices. Just make sure to call ahead for seats.
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Tyrese T.
I have been to almost every Japanese restaurant in the DMV and this is hands down the best you can get. It's not as expensive as sushi taro, but has the same quality. Be sure to try the fried shrimp heads with the amaebi.
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Lisa L.
This place is so cute. The servers are so friendly, kind and on point. The boyfriend and I were craving sushi so we decided to go somewhere different than the norm. Came across this restaurant on yelp and decided to give it a try. Took the advise of fellow yelpers and called in to make a reservation. They were only open for 15 minutes and the lines were busy. When someone finally picked up, she told me there was only one reservation available at the sushi bar. I was like fck it, I'll take it. Got there and the place was packed but it was also small. Ordered sushi for 2 and the salmon, avocado and roe maki. It was all fresh and delicious. I would definitely come back.
(5)
Veronica L.
Yes I know.. the chirashi is awesome. Sushi Yoshi is one of my favorite sushi places in NoVa, however I have run into rude servers/hostess too many times. I went on a weekend dinner right at 5 when they reopen for dinner since I didn't have a reservation - it was for 2 people so I figured I could get one of the small seats that are kind of in everyone's way and no one really wants to sit there. I was told that since I did not have a reservation and if I wanted to eat, I'd have to finish and get out by 45 minutes so they could accomodate the table for those who made reservations. I've never seen a restaurant fill ALL the tables with reservation so that walk-ins would be unwelcome - I felt like I was being some sort of nuisance by asking to eat. If the hostess could have handled it a bit better and more gracefully, I would have walked away fine but her attitude was unacceptable. Yes your chirashi may be good but I'd rather go somewhere that I feel welcomed.
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Tim R.
When I see a sign on a restaurant door that says "Come in, We're open" I expect to be able to go in and have a meal (this was my second time here). The first time here I didn't like the food all that much. Second time I was turned away 29 minutes before their posted closing time (for lunch). Not interested in a third time.
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James G.
Wow!! This place is simply amazing. It's very small, but that's part of its charm. It appears to be very popular among the Japanese expatriate community, which is of course a very good sign. On first glance, the prices seem perhaps a bit high, but this is misleading--for example, the "regular" chirashi sushi is $17.95 but it is HUGE, with a very large portion of rice topped with shreds of omelette, bits of pickled vegetables, hijiki and other delights, and a plateful of several types of sashimi served alongside. There must have been 20 or more slices of fish there, of several different types, all very fresh and delectable. Not realising how large the portions would be, I made the mistake of ordering two additional items--a single piece of sea urchin sushi (unit) and a half-portion of soft-shell crab tempura roll. The uni was sensational, utterly fresh and full of the flavour of the sea, just as you want it, and the soft-shell crab was perfect. My friends also ordered a starter of hiyayakko (a block of tofu topped with katsuoboshi and grated ginger, together with slices of green onion) that was great, along with a dish of avocado slices topped with gari (pickled ginger) that was initially a bit weird, but we enjoyed it. I would highly recommend this place!!
(5)
Rob Y.
Came with college friends during my visit to the DC area, labor day weekend 2013. Food (9.0/10.0) = Ordered the chirashi. Holy crap, they give you a lot of fish! The quality of the fish is really good too. Only problem I had with the dish was how they give you way too much rice. Also got the fried octopus balls and a tofu dish (Sorry, forgot the name of it), that were also damn good. Ambiance (7.5/10.0) = standard sushi joint. Service (8.0/10.0) = pretty standard. attentive waitresses. Overall Opinion = definitely impressed by this place. If you haven't been, go for the chirashi! Quantity and Quality of the fish is fantastic.
(5)
Marie M.
I am new to the sushi world and I really enjoyed this place. My boyfriend loves sushi and enjoyed it, not his favorite. You need to make a reservation because the restaurant is small and fills up quick! The prices are amazing, I was shocked how well priced the sushi rolls were! You def get a lot for your money,great value! My boyfriend ordered the pork belly and scallops, and LOVED it. It was probably his favorite pork belly, great sauce/ flavor. We also ordered the edamame, it was not fresh. I wouldn't get this again. Sushi: Salmon Belly- very good Spicy Crunchy and salmon avocado- the salmon was not spicy at all, still an ok roll Soft shell crab tempura and avocado- really good Scallop tempura roll- i really liked this, not a fan of the crabs stick thought Sushi yoshi roll- great flavor but the roll kept falling apart. We would try this place again, for sure! Great price. The servers are not extremely attentive to their tables. However, they all work together. when I needed something I could ask whoever and they were polite and helped me right away!
(4)
Minji L.
My new favorite Sushi place in Nova. Quality of the sushi is great. Make sure to make a reservation. We ordered the Young's Chirashi Deluxe and Sashimi Deluxe. We were stuffed. And we RARELY feel like that coming out of a sushi restaurant, unless we pay a boatload of money. Prices were reasonable. I hear parking is tricky, but I got lucky and someone was pulling out of a spot in the small lot. I am a FAN. This may be one of my new 'go-to' places for all special occasions.
(5)
Karena J.
If you're craving Japanese and reading this review... GO TO SUSHI YOSHI! -MISO SOUP: Odd for me to mention this? But the organic broth here is so flavorful and tastes like it has been made with real slow cooked stock ... different than just a watered down broth most places serve. I could come to Sushi Yoshi, eat 5 bowls of Miso Soup and walk out with a content smile. -EDAMAME: Nice light flecks of real sea salt (table salt just doesn't mingle in the mouth like Sea salt). -SUSHI ROLLS: Always very fresh and generous. The vegetarian Entree dish comes with 10 different creative sushi rolls including ingredients such as pickled cucumber, mango, sundried tomato, pickled radish, ginger, asparagus, avocado, tofu and seaweed. Nice Variety. I'm not as much into sweet with my savory so would prefer all savory flavors but the change was refreshing. I loved picking through all the small bite sized creations like a box of chocolates. -GYOZA: yummy pork filling -TEMPURA SHRIMP ROLL: my friend really likes this, fresh shrimp with great texture and avocado that stays rolled. -SAKE: great variety on their sake list - cold and hot, of course! -AMBIANCE: small, cozy and I almost felt like I was in a spa, sitting next to a fountain, sipping my green tea. -SERVICE: very friendly and attentive. Always great to go to a Sushi restaurant with Japanese Chefs... Yes, I know perfectly well that sushi chefs DON'T have to be Japanese to be amazing, but Sushi Yoshi seems to have a natural authenticity that is lacking in many Sushi joints. Cool that one of the chefs is also Classically French trained... likely the reason for the amazing soup?
(5)
Francesca L.
Happy Hour sushi menu is awesome! Very reasonable. Great service. Good selections of wine by the class. I will definitely come back when I'm in the area again.
(4)
Megan C.
Thanks to the super-helpful reviews from fellow Yelpers Albert L. and Ruth C., I've had Sushi Yoshi on my bookmarks lists for quite some time. While in the Fairfax area last night, fiance and I finally had a chance to check it out! Yes, it is definitely a shoebox of a sushi restaurant, but not in a bad way. They do also accept reservations, so on a busy evening, you'll likely be seated at the sushi bar unless you've called in for a reservation. We sat in the corner of the sushi bar, which was nice an intimate, and a good date spot for anyone who loves the art of sushi. I was impressed by the appearance of authenticity of Yoshi, from the menu offerings, to the decor, to the staff...speaking of menu, Sushi Yoshi definitely seems like a place that specializes and excels in the area of (again) the "art of sushi." If you're looking to have your socks knocked off by amazing bento, hibachi, or anything prepared in the back kitchen, you may not be as wowed by your dining companions who are noshing on piece after glorious piece of fresh and gorgeous sashimi, nigiri, and maki. I was impressed by the option to order full or half rolls for most of their basic and not-so-basic maki roll choices, and you can order a HUGE variety of sashimi or nigiri by the piece. They offered an impressive selection of the different cuts of tuna, from toro, to chutoro, to the super fatty good stuff. I also liked that, rather than having to choose either a miso soup or salad with our entrees, we received both! Edamame appetizer was on the smaller side, but price was right on at only $3.00. I also appreciated the selection of regular soy sauce, reduced sodium, and tamari for those who are sensitive to gluten. If you're looking for a cute, intimate, authentic and well-run neighborhood sushi joint that really rocks the fish Richter scale, definitely check out Sushi Yoshi...but make a reservation!
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Minna S.
This is a small sushi restaurant, and I would suggest getting a reservation especially during busy hours. Parking can be difficult because most places are reserved. The food wasn't as good as I was expecting to be. I had high expectations based on the reviews, but the sushi was still pretty tasty and fresh. My friend ordered the vegetarian chirashi which wasn't very good, but I heard the regular kind was better! Hopefully next time I come here, I will order something that I love!
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Bill B.
After trying various sushi restaurants in the area since relocating last Fall, I believe Sushi Yoshi is far and away the best sushi in northern VA. Having lived in Japan for 2 years and being married to a Japanese wife, I know the difference between OK sushi and great sushi (I guess you could call me a "sushi snob" but it's from experience). What makes Sushi Yoshi different than average sushi restaurants in the area is the preparation and care they put into the maki (rolls) and nigiri (traditional fish on rice) combined with fresh ingredients and great rice too (yes, the rice counts). As others. have mentioned Chirashi Sushi is a bargain (esp lunch portion) and beautifully presented but I think their sushi deluxe is just as good. Service is efficient and professional and the place is compact but clean and inviting. The only downsides are the limited parking and crowded tables so plan accordingly and make reservations. You'll be glad you did.
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Yueh Yee W.
Tried the chirashi based on other reviews. I was surprised by how many pieces came with it - it was delicious and the price was reasonable. The restaurant itself was pretty small. We had reservations at 7:00 and the place was pretty full the entire time. We were asked to leave around 8:45 because of the wait, which we weren't too happy about, but understood because of how many people were waiting for a table. I'd come here again for the chirashi, but only if I were in the area.
(4)
G R.
Currently one of my favorite local sushi places. Having tried most, if not all, the other local sushi places in the area, Sushi Yoshi is 1 of only 2 places I go to whenever I'm in the mood for some good sushi that is local/close by. My favorite dish here by far is Young's Chirashi De Luxe. It is one of my favorite restaurant chirashi's. It comes in 2 large separate dishes (1 with the sashimi/fish and 1 with the rice). I was a little thrown off the first time I ordered it since it was an inordinate amount of food, which I was not expecting. But the quality and variety of the sashimi/fish in the dish is very good. Their sukiyaki is also another one of my favorite dishes. It is also another good-sized dish that can be split between two people. Again, their sukiyaki is one the better ones that I've had, with good flavor and a good portion of veggies, noodles and beef. Their ankimo is also pretty tasty as is their agedashi tofu. I've also had a number of their rolls and nigiri which have all been good as well. Sushi Yoshi has rather small menu, but I can appreciate this as it only emphasizes their specialty in/focus on Japanese food/sushi/sashimi. This place is a little on the small side as far as customer capacity is concerned. And due to their popularity, if you are looking to get immediate seating, I strongly recommend calling ahead and making a reservation. Dining outside on the sidewalk/semi-patio-like area is also pleasant when the weather permits (and is pleasant). Service is pretty quick and efficient and friendly as well. Parking can be a little difficult but there is a small lot behind the building.
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Furhat A.
It's sooo tiny and uncomfortable. The sushi rolls were really expensive and I couldn't fit any if them in my mouth and I ended up destroying them. Our server was ok, she didnt smile much.
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Seong L.
this place is really small and tiny. Also you have to make reservation to get a seat. Unfortunately I had 5 people but reserve for 4, the hostess was not that happy to see that happen. The food was good.
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Jin H.
I should give them only 3 stars for crampy space, having to make reservations each time, and parking difficulty, but their chirashi is THE BEST in Nova. Their fish option for chirashi is slightly expanded for dinner. I would probably pursue other nearby Japanese restaurants if I am getting anything other than the chirashi though.
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Jen S.
I was expecting a lot more especially from Yelpers' rave reviews. Unfortunately Sushi Yoshi didn't quite deliver. Our dinner started off nice with vegetable tempura, miso soup, and salad with ginger dressing. Unfortunately, my Sushi Regular - 8 pcs nigiri and 6 pieces of spicy tuna roll was so-so. No problem with the spicy tuna roll but the cuts of the fish, specifically, the tuna and hamachi were not the most desirable, plus, most of the fish was dry, minus the salmon, ebi, and unagi. I guess 5 out of 8 isn't too bad which was why I gave it a 3. Tip: Make a reservation if you're going on a weekend. It's a small restaurant and can get crowded quickly.
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Lela T.
Wanna hear a funny little story? So I was supposed to meet this guy on a quasi-date at the Vienna Inn last night. I was really not in the mood for chili dogs and fries but wanted sushi. So I google mapped what Sushi places were close by and this one was literally right around the corner. Parking is a little dicey (maybe there's a lot in the back, I'm not sure) but when I'm in downtown Vienna, I use street parking most of the time anyways. I walk in and sit at the sushi bar. Just one. Always just one..hahaha! The bar stools are tall as hell. I'm only 5 feet tall and on the heavy side. It was kinda hilarious. They have a small selection of happy hour sushi and appetizers so I got my usual: Tamago, Kappa, Shitake Mushroom and a seaweed salad. All for 14 bucks. The Tamago is the biggest slices I've ever had and they tasted great! The seaweed salad also came with 2 slices of lotus root, which was a great surprise! Since I'm a veggie sushi girl, I just observed other items they were making. Some of the dishes they were making were absolutely gorgeous!!! The colors and the plating...just beautiful. Oh! And they also have gluten free soy sauce for those of you with allergies. I think this place is just adorable and intimate and the quality for the price I paid was excellent. Seriously...I had 4 giant Tamago, 6 kappa rolls, 6 shiitake mushroom rolls, a nicely sized seaweed salad and they also use the non-pink-fluorescent ginger too! All for $14 bucks (plus I left like a $6 tip because the waitresses were very sweet). Great value! So, I go to Vienna Inn and wait. And wait. And wait. I check my email and he decided to let me know that he had to work late. 15 minutes before we were supposed to meet. I said thanks for letting me know so I could leave and stop looking like a loser and go sit in traffic for an hour. This morning I got an email from him with a picture of the massive accident he got into on his way home from work. He is okay but he titled the email to me "karma?" I would never wish something like that on anybody but couldn't help myself and felt a twinge of satisfaction.
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Joyce Y.
I usually go to Tachibana (McLean, VA) for chirashi and sushi. I've been to Sushi Yoshi before for dinner but it was my first time going there for lunch (Nov 21, 2012). I ordered chirashi and surprisingly it was very good! I think I'm gonna go there more for chirashi. You definitely need to make a reservation because it's a very small place and it gets crowded very fast ;)
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Ben K.
I've eaten here many times, and it's always delicious. Typically order spicy tuna rolls (the best in nova of a dozen places tried), salmon nigiri, crunchy spicy salmon. Many rolls come with avocado, which is much better than the cucumber supplement other places use. The staff is friendly, and miso is perfect on cold days. This place fills up, especially for the happy hour deals. I'd recommend calling a head if possible!
(5)
J H.
A++ for Chirashi. I have not been here enough or have had any other menu items to dish out a five star. But, it seems to be very deserving of one. Sushi was very very fresh. Price was respectably equivalent in cost versus deliciousness. Deliciousness may almost win. I shall be back again.
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Brandon F.
Their white tuna sashimi has haunted me for a couple weeks now. I had it once and I was instantly addicted. I finally came back to end the neck scratching withdrawal. The first time I dined in at lunch with my coworker. The irony is she does not care for sushi and took me to what turned out to be one of my favorite sushi restaurants. Thankfully she knew to CALL AHEAD because it is a small popular spot that fills up fast. What it lacks in size it makes up for in atmosphere. The dining room is filled with exotic plants, friendly staff, a small waterfall machine, artwork and tranquil music. Now that I think about it, it was very zen like. I started off with the ankimo. It came out cold in a ponzu sauce. I liked the sauce but I will pass on the ankimo next time. It was my first time trying ankimo so take it for what it's worth. Next I moved onto a caviar roll topped with a raw quail egg yolk. I went with the large roe, mostly because I like the way they pop but I enjoy the taste too. I LOVED the raw quail egg! I intend find more rolls to toss the yolk onto. The spicy scallop roll was awesome. Very flavorful and great texture. The WHITE TUNA made my eyes roll back in my head. The knife skills really shinned with every bite. The silky smooth texture of the tuna really made me feel bad for butchering the sashimi blocks at my house. The slices of tuna are medium/large sizes. I couldn't tell if I should go with one bite or two, I went with one because it felt right. Two weeks later I called Sushi Taro on my way home from work for TAKE OUT. The person who answered the phone was friendly and knowledgeable. I was going to order 10 pieces of white tuna sashimi and she gave me the price comparison for the 10 and 15 piece sashimi. The 15 piece came with salad and miso soup for only a few more dollars. One of the best take out experiences and meals for that matter.
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Brenda D.
This place was hard to find, hidden away behind brick walls on the corner of Church and Center street. Parking was also a hassle but I eventually I found some parking in a lot near by. Although I did not have lunch reservations, I was seated quickly at an open table. I ordered the chirashi for lunch based on recommendations by other yelpers. I was blown away by the quantity, quality and presentation of the dish! The service was really great and the food was reasonably priced. I will definitely be back again!
(5)
Matthew W.
I've lived in Vienna my whole life and sushi is my favorite food. This is the best restaurant in Northern VA in my book, and it's not even close. Go for lunch and try an affordable (around $10) sushi lunch, roll combo, or my favorite, chirashi lunch and you won't regret it. Call ahead though as most days reservations are a must.
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Yasu Yori O.
If you are a beginner in eating Japanese food, then get your training elsewhere before you visit here. Unless you truly enjoy Japanese food especially raw fish, you won't enjoy it here. I love it here because of the freshness of fish and other ingredients. Don't complain about the small parking place or the tiny cramped space between two tables. Yes, the place is tiny and when the timing is not right, you'll have to wait a long time. Try to make reservations. But, when you get a table and order Young-san Special Chirashi Deluxe, you can't believe what's in front of you. Make sure you come hungry as the portions are large. One of the best Chirashi you'll ever taste.
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Diana K.
Ah... the long-awaited trip to Susho Yoshi after hearing its name uttered from my boyfriend's mouth SO many times. Let's just say that EVERY time we went to eat Japanese, Sushi Yoshi would be the standard comparison. As soon as we would take our first bite at Sushi Restaurant XYZ, he'd say, "Mm. Good... We should go to Sushi Yoshi the next time. Their sushi is so fresh." Every time he'd say this without fail. As we have quite a long list of restos to hit up on our Food Bucket List, we've always put off Sushi Yoshi just because it was so closeby; our excuse being that we could always do it "next time". So, we actually decided to go to Sushi Yoshi for Valentine's Day since we celebrated Vday early on in the weekend and we hadn't made reservations anywhere else... After the 2.5 hour trip to DC on Friday (traffic was insane) to get our Sushi Taro fix (which, unfortunately, was a huge disappointment for us), we were hoping to the sushi gods that Yoshi would be on point. Silly us for assuming we wouldn't need reservations at Sushi Yoshi. Even though it's not one of the mainstream restaurants in the area, they were still booked until 9pm that evening. So we ended up opting to eat at the bar. Usually, I'm pretty averse to eating at the bar, but Sushi Yoshi's bar area is really spacious and the seats are very high, so you almost feel like you're looking down at everyone else while you're eating up there. We also got front-row seats to the sushi chefs preparing the orders, so that was a plus. Overall, food and service were excellent, sushi was authentic, prices are VERY fair, and I think I've officially found my new fav. Japanese joint in the DC/NOVa area!
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Josh L.
Don't go there after 8:30pm. The waitress rushed everything and sent our dish to other table. When we finished the dinner, the waitresses were trying to close the business and were too busy to take care of us.
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Wayne L.
The food at Sushi Yoshi is delicious. The sushi and sashimi easily tops my list as one of the best in the Northern VA area. The restaurant is small, however, and parking can be difficult (limited to street parking, tiny parking garage). But, the food makes everything worth it. One time I came with my girlfriend, we ordered a Mexican roll and the Chirashi Deluxe. The Mexican roll is one of my personal favorites since I am a fan of the ingredients. The Chirashi Deluxe was amazing. It had a huge bowl of rice and fixings and the best fish they have. Fatty tuna, uni, salmon, roe, etc. Since it was their best option, it was a bit pricey (~28), but it easily serves two. I highly recommend that one should try this Chirashi Deluxe. Their other rolls are good too; I have had experienced the salmon rolls, spicy tuna, and more. I do not have a complaint. Service is excellent. Sushi Yoshi - a great place to grab sushi. Very great place.
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Alex M.
Went to Yoshi with high expectations based on a recommendation and very positive Yelp reviews. What a letdown :( I eat sushi on regular basis, and know exactly what fresh sushi grade fish should taste like. The sushi that they served was the lowest quality fish I've ever tasted, and I ended up sending it back after trying a few different pieces from 3 rolls that I ordered. The service was friendly, and didn't charge me for the sushi. But that's not enough for me to give a better rating. A Sushi restaurant should serve good quality fresh fish.
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Bren P.
I've heard about this place before but never had the opportunity to try it! I'm so glad I went for the first time last night. I had dinner with two of my girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. We all ordered the Chriashi Deluxe that included an assortment of freshly cut sashimi and veggies over rice. At first we only received a plate of veggies over the rice and thought we ordered incorrectly, but they informed us that they were still working on the sashimi. Soon afterwards, we received a huge plate of sashimi! It looked amazing! They even had salmon roe and uni! my favorites! Everything was delicious and just too much to eat on my own! I think I would split it next time. the only complaint of the night was that the waitress came by at the end of the meal and asked us if we were ready for the cake. We asked her to discretely bring it out after the end of the meal, but she instead said it in front of the birthday girl. I guess she didn't understand that part. Regardless, the food was delicious and i'll be back again!
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Bob W.
Sadly, our favorite sushi restaurant treated us like pooh. My wife and I live on a limited income and "treat" ourselves out a few times a month so we favor special dining experiences. This morning we made a reservation for two for outside seating (the weather was perfect). We have been frequent diners at Yoshi so we know to get things done well in advance to get requested seating - we live about 18 miles away. We arrived early for our reservation and after waiting for the hostess to finish a phone call she pushed me aside to assist the people behind me in line behind me and seated them at the only available outside table. When I protested she claimed that they had an earlier reservation (which wasn't to be found on her sheet - it showed our reservation time with no name and none earlier). She explained that because the reservation person hadn't taken our name (they never do) we would have to be seated at the sushi bar since the wait for outside was over an hour. We left and had a wonderful meal at the outside terrace at Ariake in Reston. We've introduced many friends to Yoshi but now we've got to take our business elsewhere. Everyone has experienced restaurants that get "too big for their britches" but I'd never have thought that Yoshi would dishonor their elder patrons in this way. Honoring reservations is the simplest form of respect and if a restaurant can't do something so simple, what's the point of dining out?
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Angela W.
I was at home over the weekend, home being Northern Virginia or the Washington D.C. area, whichever you prefer, and my family and I stopped in at Sushi Yoshi in Vienna. There are a lot of small sushi places in the area, but good ones are hard to find. Also, it's convenient that Sushi Yoshi sells gift certificates at restaurant.com and when they are having coupon deals (when are they not having coupon deals?!), you can get them for dirt cheap. Granted you have to keep to their rules and regulations, but it's an awesome deal. Just make sure you are one of the firsts to get them, or they will definitely be sold out. Onto the food! The sushi here is really fresh and the sashimi pretty much falls apart in your mouth, both marks of a pretty tasty sushi devouring experience if you ask me. Here's what we got: Green Mussels: They come with 2 different toppings, one is like a sriracha/mayo, and the other is a butter sauce. Eggplant covered in 3 different sauces. Not very memorable - in my opinion, the sauces were too thick, and too rich in contrast with the eggplant. Chirashi - rice with different veggies/toppings and a platter of different sashimi (salmon, tuna, albacore, yellowtail...) ppppppricey! Vegetable Chirashi - miscellaneous vegetables over rice Dragon Roll and half Ichiro Roll - Dragon roll (crab stick, avocado & roe with eel on top) was alright. The eel had a lot of bones, which I often find to be the problem with the dragon roll, which is one of my favorites. The Ichiro Roll (shrimp tempura & avocado wrapped with eel & avocado) was good, but also not anything super special. California Roll with Roe Hand Roll & Spicy Crunchy Salmon+Avocado Hand Roll - They definitely don't try to stiff you on ingredients here. These hand rolls were very full, very filling, and quite tasty! The salmon one was really good, but I did sort of feel like I was wasting the salmon eating it that way, since it was harder to really taste/enjoy it. But still, job tastily done. *drumroll........* Hamachi Kama - This was OH SO VERY DELICIOUS. Hamachi kama is the cheek of yellowtail fish, typically baked in a salt and soy sauce marinade. There was a tonnnn of meat to eat, and it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. And at a very reasonable price! I could have easily just had this dish with rice and been completely thrilled and full. The only thing to watch out for when eating hamachi kama is not to miss out on any meat! There's lots of crevices and "hidden" meat, so make sure you get it all! Ok, so that's all, if you live in the area, or find yourself visiting the DC/Northern Virginia area & craving some quality Japanese food, stop by Sushi Yoshi! Be forewarned it's kind of hard to find if you're not from around, though.
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Yee H.
Sushi is all about the seafood, and Sushi Yoshi has it spot on. The seafood food was very fresh. On top of that, the service was great and their happy hour (M-F 5:00-6:30) has some good deals. I recently moved to the DMV area and came here at the recommendation of a Northern Virginia native. I can already see Sushi Yoshi becoming my go-to place for my regular Japanese food fix and I'm looking forward to trying their menu. The only thing they don't have, and I wish they had, is a yakitori menu.
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Lisa Y.
I met up with one of my friends for dinner here the other night. We made reservations earlier in the week, but had to push it back to a later time at the last minute. I called them the day of to change our reservation, and the person who answered the phone was very accommodating. **The place is quite small, and it was jam packed when we went in around 7:30, so definitely make sure to make reservations before you go! We ordered the spicy tuna salad and the sashimi deluxe to share. The spicy tuna was piled on top of a piece of seaweed tempura, which was on top of a bed of mixed greens. It was deeeelicious and the portion size was huge. The sashimi deluxe was also amazing. It was definitely a lot of food for us two girls, but we enjoyed every last bite. The price was also very reasonable. I can't wait to go back to try all the other stuff on their menu!
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Jason C.
It's a tough call to rate this restaurant....I'll have to give around 3.5 stars. I'm a sushi snob who is still looking for fresh sushi in the area. Having heard that this is one of the best places in the DC area...I had to try it out after my holiday shopping at Tyson's. Let's just say that there is quite a discrepancy between the nigiri sushi and the rolls. I've tried the spicy tuna roll and scallop rolls and I must say they are top notch. The nigiri sushi on the other hand...must have been made by some amateur sushi chef. It was poorly cut, had no wasabi between the rice and the sushi (thus it kept falling apart after grabbing it with my chopsticks), and the rice was poorly (if at all) seasoned. If you're a roll person this is definitely the place to go. I have to say that it's the best in the area. However, if you're hyper critical sushi snob like me the nigiri and the sashimi just won't cut it. Rumor has it that Sushi Taro in Dupont is the real deal.....will it be a bust? Only time will tell...
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Albert C.
This restaurant along with Tachibana are the two best sushi restaurants I have had in the East coast (excluding Morimoto in Philadelphia). This place is so much better than Sweet Ginger and I can't believe they have the same rating. The prices are very reasonable. I normally go with my family of four and we always order the same thing: 2 sashimi, one chirashi, two rainbow roll, and depending on our appetite, one order of the deep fried salmon roll. The highlight has to be the chirashi and the sashimi. The chirashi is so unique and it's just amazing, it comes with eel and a lot of different vegetables. However, I like my fish without the additional vegetables and sh*t. The sashimi comes with all of the normal fish, plus octopus (which I love) and some other seafood that actually varies depending on the day. The rolls are great, but I normally just focus on my sashimi. The fish is just so fresh. You can make reservations, which is what I would recommend because the place isn't that big and it's always crowded.
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craig g.
Fairly new to Vienna, Sushi Yoshi is indeed a gem. Have gone during both lunch and dinner some 14 times now. Fresh and not as expensive as most. As folks said the place is small, so be sure to get in early to get a seat. Can be found at Church and Center, NW in Vienna, just off Maple Avenue. Free parking on street. Owner works the restaurant daily. Found some rice in my water recently, so this is my only negative comment. Closed on Mondays.
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Scott S.
There really isn't all that much to add that hasn't been said already. I just need to emphasize how seriously correct everyone else is: the chirashi is AMAZING. I am talking very best I have ever had anywhere in the world. The lunch one is an amazing deal ($12.95 and includes soup and salad). The dinner ones (regular or deluxe) are so large you honestly could walk away having shared one with a friend (and maybe some gyoza or shumai) and be perfectly happy. The variety, the flavors, the freshness, and the price. It just can't be beat. Most restaurants you go to you can see where they make their margins. At Yoshi I almost feel like they have to be losing money or something... it's just that good and that cheap. Outside of their chirashi I think the place is good, but not nearly as standout. Other places nearby make comparable rolls, and some even have more variety if you are into the "crazier" types of rolls. But who cares? This place is all about the chirashi. And since I can't get enough chirashi, I simply cannot get enough Yoshi. It's the best.
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Peter B.
I came here with my significant other for her birthday along with her brother and his wife last night, and I don't think we'll be back again. When I got to the restaurant, they asked if I had a reservation (which I didn't, first time), I said no and they asked me for my telephone number so that they could call me in about 30 minutes to sit down. So we go walking around the area for that amount of time. Well, my gf's brother and wife get there a little after us and they see a table for 4 and asked if it was available and the waitress said sure and seated them. Lo and behold he called us and said the table was ready. Awesome, the restaurant didnt even bother to call me to tell me a table was ready. I knew this was a bad sign for the evening. So we get seated (@6:52pm) and I start to look around and I see there are about 14 small tables in the restaurant along with a sushi bar area. So all in all, you could probably fit about 30 people max in this restaurant. There were 26 people in the restaurant including us and 3 waitress' and 2 sushi chefs. So we sit down and order drinks. The gf's brother orders a Guiness (which is on the menu) and the waitress says that they dont carry that. We pointed it out to her on the menu and she still proceeds to tell us they dont carry it. Um.. if you dont carry it at all, why the heck is it on the menu? Anywho, we proceed to order other drinks. Once our drinks were served the waitress then took our order. We proceeded to order the appetizers and noticed there was something labeled "NEW! Takuyaki" which looked interesting. So I ordered that, and the waitress tells me they dont have that either. Oook... something so "NEW!" that they didn't even carry it. Wtf.. seriously.. why the heck would you have it on the menu if you don't even have it in stock on the weekend? Anywho, we ended up ordering some tuna salad dish, edamame, shumai (shrimp dumplings) and spicy mussels for appetizers. We then gave her our order for sushi (which was about 48 pieces total) and pork katsu. While sitting there chit chatting the evening away, we noticed that couples were coming in and getting seated and getting their food way before we were. I looked down at the time and it was 8:05pm. Holy shit, we've been sitting here for over an hour and we dont even have the edamame or any other appetizer on the table. So I asked the waitress if our appetizers were coming out soon, and she gave me the excuse that they were really busy and that they were making it now. I gave her a puzzled look and said that the edamame takes 5 minutes to boil, we dont even have that yet. So continues to tell me that they are busy, but not a single apology. I start to get pretty steamed at this point, but I maintain my composure because it is the better half's birthday dinner. Lo and behold, 2 minutes later, edamame arrives. So it took the restaurant over 1 hour and 15 minutes to get us edamame. After another 15 minutes passed we asked about our food again. I guess they thought the edamame would quell our hunger for food since we've been there for 1 hour and 30 minutes already. The waitress continues to tell us that the order is a big order and that they are busy. I gingerly told her that that is bullshit, considering everyone that has been seated after us has already been served their food and are almost finished. Next thing you know, 5 minutes later, our sushi arrives. If you have noticed by reading this, we have still not gotten any of our appetizers yet. So I ask AGAIN about the appetizers, and the waitress continues to tell me that they are busy. At this time, I'm about to shove my fist down her throat. So we ask for a manager. As a reminder, this place is about as big as my bedroom, so getting the manager who I can see near the sushi bar should not take too long. It took her 10 minutes to get to our table to see what the issues were. So I tell her about the appetizers not showing up, the 1.5 hour wait for any type of food, and how her waitress keeps telling they are busy but yet have time to fill everyone else's order before ours. I then cancel the appetizers because at this point, it's useless. She tells me that the pork katsu is on its way. great, I'll hold my breath. It took us almost 2 hours to get our food, and we finished and scarfed it up in 10 minutes since we were starving. If you asked me how the food tasted I would tell you that it was just ok. Is it worth the bull shit that came with the restaurant? Oh hell no. I would say, if this restaurant closed up for business tomorrow, Vienna could probably fill that space with a better place.
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Ross M.
One word - Chirashi. Probably the best sushi place in NOVA. If you can't find it, you're a moran! (Go USA) and if you don't like it, go back to the nasty crap at Sweet Ginger. Quality, quantity and attention to detail is present here. Lots of so called sushi places out there, because it's fun and trendy, but very few deliver like Sushi Yoshi does. And if all you eat is the California roll, why are you even coming here? Go to Giant grocery you fool. P.S. I had the old guy, and mine was still spectacular. P.S. If you're not fat enough, go get some custard across the street (Nielsen's).
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Lisa M.
yummy! I love sushi and Sushi Yoshi is in a very good location with a good variety of rolls. Clean establishment and friendly service, I will be back!
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James K.
I ate lunch here on a Saturday, and it was better than I anticipated. You get great value for your money and the food is quite good. The waitstaff was 50/50 - our waitress was a little rude and rushed, but everyone else was pleasant and patient. The one thing I will recommend, like others have recommended, is to CALL AHEAD. The place is VERY small inside and if you walk in, you're flipping a coin on whether you'll get a spot. Also, pay attention to their hours as they're not open all the time. All that being said, I would definitely recommend eating here if you're a sushi fan!
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Kj K.
Sushi isn't that great. Rice is very dry, to the point where your saliva isn't enough and have to drink water just to mix the rice with fish. I've asked if this dry rice for sushi was intended and the response I got was "This is normal for Japanese (person owned) Sushi." Well, I've had great sushi from Tsukiji market in Tokyo, and it wasn't like this. However, the fish they use seemed pretty fresh. I would go back for sashimi, but not sushi. Waitress messing up orders/requests is another issue, but I am not gonna let that affect the review as I am rating the restaurant for their food.
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Kun K.
This place is different from sweet ginger in that their sushi is more of the traditional type without all the sauce and other kinds of sushi rolls. The sushi tastes fresh and the presentation is very clean.
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Josh Y.
Have been to this place several times, but still not sure how many stars to give, for one major reason, The quality of food and service can be inconsistent. I have not figured a pattern yet. I guess it all depends on your luck. Food, I have tried sushi, sashimi, chirashi, grilled marinated salmon, grilled salmon jaw, grilled mackerel, bento box and chicken katsu. Sushi is usually great. 4 stars. Sashimi, it depends on the "chefs", if they are real sushi chefs. Anyway, sometimes, you get a very beautiful presentation, but most of time, not. Freshness, presentation and cut are main judgement points to sashimi. I would say, 3 stars for lack of presentation and cut. HINT: if you see a younger chef, most likely, you will get a 4 star sashimi dish. if you see an older chef, most likely, you will get a 2 star sashimi dish. that dish looks like just several left over pieces of fish on a plate. Chirashi: always good. great presentation and cut. 4 stars. grilled marinated salmon: overly marinated. 2 stars. Grilled salmon jaw and grilled mackerel: great, 4 stars. bento box: good. 3 stars. could be better. chicken k\atsu: when it is done right, great most of the time, but not every time. it's hit or miss. the sauce is great. I have been told that the sauce tastes like the one in Tokyo. 3 stars. Salad and miso soup: average. Service: yeah, as some reviews have mentioned, it's another hit or miss. I can't understand, for giving such a small restaurant with at least 3 servers. the service should be great all the time. but not the case.
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April S.
Super cute spot. Nice patio but limited seating. Great for an evening dinner...parking is limited.
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Evonne L.
i have a love hate relationship with this place, but i love it more than i hate it. i LOVE their sashimi. just had it last week, and they give you a really good amount of fish, i think it was around 15 pieces for around $20. the fish was supple, soft, buttery, tasty, and fresh! i will definitely come back for this, and will try the chirashi as well. as for the other things i've had- the pork belly appetizer is also really good. you can't find pork belly cooked like this much in this area. it is slow cooked in this delicious salty/sweet broth and USUALLY comes out sweet and meat-falling-off-the-bone in texture. really good. i used to come every month for just that, a few months back i had it and it was totally different, but im hoping it was just a fluke. also delicious is their lasagne roll and church street roll with the mango and yellow sauce. its in the heart of old town vienna, and i really like that they also have an outdoor courtyard area that you can eat in as well. very cute place to go for a date :) inside area is pretty small, so i would recommend making reservations before you go, ESP for parties over 3.
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Allie K.
My regular go-to sushi place. The parking is very limited, and so are the seats, so I always make sure to call for reservation beforehand. The sushi is cut thick, and very generous. Most importantly, always fresh!! I came here for my birthday three years in a row with my family, until they begged me to choose somewhere else for once.
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Brian F.
I'm Japanese and spent a lot of time in Japan. Read: picky when it comes to Japanese food. Really picky. I really liked Sushi Yoshi when it first opened. I had their Chirashi which was very good. Then, I went back with my wife and found that the sashimi slices were thinner, there was more filler and less fish, etc. etc. Bad economy? I dunno, but it was sad. We stayed away from Sushi Yoshi for a while, and went to our tried-and-true Japanese favorite, Tachibana (in McLean). And then we went back to Sushi Yoshi a couple weeks ago. Yes! They're back :). We got the Chirashi again, and the fish was fresh, slices were generous, and we were happy. I can't speak for the other items on their menu -- we often head straight for the Chirashi. The folks at Sushi Yoshi take a very creative spin on Chirashi. Normally it's all on top of the rice. At Yoshi, they a separate plate for the sashimi (very nice, decorative), and the sushi rice with the condiments in the main plate. So, a little more of a hybrid between your typical Chirashi and Sashimi dishes. All that to say, it was good :). The space indeed is quite small -- then again so are most restaurants in Japan. Prices are reasonable, and the Chirashi rocks. Given the otherwise sad estate of Japanese restaurants in the DC area, I'll take this one any day. I'll reserve that 5th star for the true knock-out ... but this place is solid.
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Sarah C.
Reservations are pretty much required on weekends because this place is TINY. They have maybe 12 two-tops that they can push together in different configurations. They only have one unfiltered sake, but it's one that we like, so that was ok (we both prefer unfiltered sake pretty much exclusively). We started with pork gyoza dumplings that were very good - crispy on the outside, tender inside. Then we were served miso soup and salad, both were standard - the salad is iceberg, but the ginger dressing is good, and there were sliced radishes. I ordered a sashimi sampler (tuna, white tuna, salmon, yellowtail, eel). The portions were nice and the fish was fresh. My tamago omelette was a bit grey, but still sweet and tasty. We tried a few rolls - the yellowtail and green onion was fresh and light, though redundant with my yellowtail sashimi. I really liked the crispy salmon roll - salmon, eel, cream cheese, and avocado wrapped in rice paper, deep fried with black sesame sauce - but my husband did not. He thought the crispy outside was too poke-y (you do have to be careful when you eat it). I thought it was warm and comforting and savory - the black sesame sauce was particularly interesting. I normally don't like cream cheese in rolls, but when it is fried it's ok because it gets warm and melty. We also tried the bagel roll - cream cheese, smoked salmon, avocado - which neither of us liked mostly due to the cold cream cheese issue. The Center St roll was good - similar to a caterpillar roll you would get at other places (shrimp tempura, eel, avocado, and asparagus wrapped in tuna, avocado). We were excited to see that they had fatty tuna on the menu, it was delicious of course, but also expensive. They also have fresh wasabi, which is a must for us. The real stuff is vastly different from the dyed green horseradish paste you normally see. Overall, best local place we have found so far (still not as good as Sakana, which I miss dearly). I would like to come back and try the cooked dishes like sukiyaki and yaki niku.
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Dan M.
The service was excellent, the sushi was fresh, the servings weren't small, and the prices are great. We ordered the regular sushi delux, salmon nigiri, mango roll, spicy tuna roll, spicy salmon roll, and spicy scallop roll. I recommend the spicy scallop roll and spicy tuna roll. The dinner was well worth the drive from Arlington. I recommend stopping by Cafe Amouri or Neilsen's Frozen Custard for dessert or coffee/tea. ;)
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Rachel E.
Sushi Yoshi is a nice little gem in Vienna. I like their tapas, especially pork cheek. I would say this is probably the most authentic japanese restaurant I have in VA. Their rolls are average but they are relatively cheap. Next time, I will definitely come here for Chirashi like everyone else recommend.
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Dmitry D.
Although I give this place a four I went be coming their anymore with my wife and son. This place has slow service , slow chefs and the variety is not as goos as sweet ginger which is also in Vienna. Both place have fresh sushi but the other places service make a big difference and it also has a better variety of sushi. And the space is nice and has more room. Sushi yoshi is a little to small. Plus yoshi stopped serving baby octopus and sweet ginger has them so good.
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Christopher C.
I don't know what's taken me so long to review this place. It's excellent sushi, and it's always very fresh. They constantly don't have things on the menu or items run out. Now if you're the type to throw a hissy fit that they insist on having fresh fish instead of making sure their menu is full, well stay the hell away from here. I think all of us regulars will be happier with you gone as well. So why only 4 instead of 5 stars? Well, they don't refill soft drinks, which is weird. They never get things out in the right order so appetizers sometimes maybe comes before the sushi. They're not all that attentive so if you're waiting on someone to refill your water, it might be a while. God forbid you come and didn't make a reservation. All that said, excellent food so, meh I put up with it.
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D S.
Best sushi in America. From a guy who spent 18 years in Japan and has eaten at many in the states. Fresh. Inexpensive. Great service. Parking. Reservations. All outstanding in view.
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Elizabeth M.
First visit to this great sushi spot in Vienna. I have driven by a few times but haven't had time to get in there. Went on a Saturday afternoon and was actually asked if we had a reservation. At first I thought she was kidding, however there was not one seat to be had. The place was packed which is always a good sign. We opted for the sushi bar. Service was great and the people were friendly, however, what will make me go back is the sushi. I don't think that I have had better sashimi in quite a long time. The tuna and the salmon were fantastic and even the white fish, which most times to me is tasteless, was awesome. I'll be back to this hidden gem.
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Lola Z.
Was great! Went with a group of 4. Ordered hot tea, the 30 piece sushi for 2 (includes rolls, sushi and sashimi), an order of chirashi (a variety of raw fish on one plate and more fish over rice in a bowl), 2 orders of chicken teriyaki (2 pcs per order) and a squid salad. Service was good, space was quaint and they offer parking in a lot behind the restaurant. For everything, the bill came out to $75, without tip. All of this food (which was plenty, left satisfied) elsewhere would have cost at least $150. Will definitely return. Good find! Check it out. :)
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L L.
Excellent sashimi! One of the best hamachi that I've had in the area. The maguro and sake are pretty good too, but not as good as the hamachi. The other sushi is pretty good too, but again, not as good as the hamachi. If you're craving hamachi, this is the place to go.
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Wai T.
Fish was extremely fresh. Got the chirashi just like all other reviewer already mentioned. Just go.
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Christopher H.
It's rare that I'm served at a place and immediately think that I'll write a review, but that's what happened tonight. I was craving sushi and was going to be in Vienna, so I looked this place up. I briefly noted that reviewers had mentioned chirashi which is my favorite thing to get at a sushi place, so I decided to give that a shot. OH. BOY. Chirashi has now been redefined for me. This was AMAZING. Such variety! Such beautiful presentation! It's a frickin' festival of flavor! As another reviewer noted, you get a plate of rice and a separate plate of sashimi -- but these are no ordinary plates. The rice is covered in a variety of treasures like sweet egg, shrimp, pickled vegetables, lotus root ... even a couple delicious pieces of barbecue! The fish was elegantly presented and completely fresh. SO delicious. I sat at the bar, and as I was working my way through I found one fish that was familiar, yet far tastier than I remembered. I asked what it was, and the chef said "white tuna." I told him I thought it was amazing, and he said that it was his favorite too. I went back to my dish, and a minute later he presented me with another piece of the white tuna elegantly resting against some shredded daikon and adorned with a fresh sprig of herbs. :) THAT is how to get repeat business from me. Very classy. At the end I was glad I didn't get an appetizer -- the chirashi plate was way more than enough food (yet I finished the whole thing). The restaurant itself is cute and quite small; I arrived at 8pm, after the prime dinner hour, and I didn't have a problem getting service at all. I'll definitely go back and recommend the place to others!
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Yelper O.
Why does this restaurant have great reviews?? Nothing about this place is special. Food is okay, nothing mind blowing. We had the sushi combo platter, the chicken curry (which was a dissapoinment to all of us) and tempura. The sushi is okay, just the sushi. The place is tiny and so cluttered... Bathroom? Just hold it as you will have to go through many obstacles, you will have an accident on the way. The tables are so close to each other, you could probably easily eat off from the table next to you without getting notice. The service just pissed me off. Out of everything, when she just threw the check to our table, I knew that this was not a place to return. I guess this place gets such great business that they feel they can be rude because people will come to try the place after reading the great reviews on Yelp that they don't deserve.
(2)
Bobby R.
Top notch sooshi, but the place is small, there's always someone on their phone really loud (customer, I mean), you must have reservations if you go at any remotely popular time, and they run out of stuff. Oh and they are expensive relative to other high-end sooshi places, but not overly so. Worth all of it to get fish this fresh tasting (it's all frozen beforehand, you animals) and good.
(4)
Jessica K.
LOVE THIS PLACE! I am from LA and have been to Japan several times so, I know what good sushi is. This place is very small and quaint. Owned by a Japanese. Service was good. Parking is blah... Try to street park, don't park in the clock store parking lots, they will lock your car in there after hours. Food was yummy. I enjoyed it very much. Price was good. I would def. come back again!!
(4)
Busan L.
The best japanese restaurant for me and my family. We always go there whenever we want some sushi.
(5)
Ryan K.
This is my favorite local sushi restaurant. Lunch is the best time to go with great prices. Dinner is more expensive though, but worth it if you want good sushi.
(5)
Rob E.
Sushi Yoshi is great, this is my go to spot when I dont feel like driving down to Tachibana. The sushi is fresh and tastes great. Normally i don't do rolls but Ive tried a few of theirs and they are really good. Parking is a little hard to find if you go at busy times and restaurant is on the smaller side so call to see if they have reservations. The Chirashi here is very interesting and not like Chirashi i have tried in other places, def worth trying at least once to see if you like it.
(4)
Roy J.
I just had the chirashi for lunch and I am craving it again for dinner! The flavors of it, and with the side of fresh sashimi that it comes with are delicious. I have been here 3 times in the past 6 months and everything I got was delicious and the sushi tasted very fresh. I recommend trying the green tea, sea urchin sushi, and of course, the chirashi. I also recommend making reservations ahead if you are planning for more than two people. If it's just two people you could probably squeeze in at the bar. The establishment is small, but so are houses and restaurants in Japan, and the food and atmosphere will make me coming back for a long time.
(4)
Annie K.
The last time I came here was about 2 years ago, and I don't remember much from my experiences except that the fish was ridiculously fresh. Fast forward 2 years, the fish is STILL ridiculously fresh. We ordered the chicken kara age and grilled pork belly appetizers, as well as the crispy spicy scallop roll and the Mexican roll. The chicken kara age was good, but we weren't really a fan of the grilled pork belly because it was just way too fatty for me. Both of the rolls were delicious though! Sushi Yoshi is an authentic Japanese restaurant with a great selection of rolls, sashimi, appetizers, and entrees. The service was just okay, my server was slow even though the restaurant wasn't packed for lunch, (I remember coming here a few years ago and it would be packed!) forgot my iced green tea but I didn't mind and just drank water. I would definitely come back here again.
(4)
Arthur F.
Overall it wasn't bad but at the same time it wasn't spectacular. The sashimi was fresh and rice good. Only issue I had was a couple of the tuna pieces had chewyness to it. I'm not sushi snob but I do know tuna should not be like that. VA definitely lacks great authentic sushi. All the really good ones still remain in DC or MD.
(3)
Nicole M.
Sushi Yoshi is just 'okay' sushi for me. Having tried most of the spots in the area, I was super excited to get in a meal here before moving out of the area. I made a reservation since it seems that they are pretty much required, even when the place isn't busy and my friends and I were seated immediately. The service was attentive, but not the friendliest. The miso soup was very rich and flavorful, but extremely salty. Chicken appetizer was good, but the meat was kind of gummy. As for the sushi items, I was impressed with the presentation of the rolls--the rainbow roll had multicolored masago on it and it was very cool! The sashimi cuts were not skimpy, but definitely not generous. None of the fish was particularly fresh, but it wasn't old/gross either. A few mishaps during the meal: they tried to convince me that the white fish was white tuna and only gave my friend 9 pieces of her rolls instead of 12 (she ordered two full six piece rolls) and accused her of eating three pieces and lying about it when she complained. Those 'mishaps' weren't really a big deal and were resolved in the end. All in all, I found the meal to be edible, but I was not impressed with the quality and wouldn't return given the plethora of other options for sushi in the area.
(3)
Farrah K.
I wanted this to be superb but found it as an average restaurant. Their sushi was satisfactory, but not spectacular, as I was hoping. The presentation wasn't much either - not like the pictures I saw. Good for a fairly basic night of sushi. If you can, get a seat on the patio on a nice day.
(3)
Kimmy L.
The past couple of times I have been here, I have left disappointed. Service and food were much better in the past couple of years and with all of the sushi options in McLean/Vienna, I won't be coming back to this location. Service is always slow. I get that they are busy, but waiting 10 minutes for miso soup and tea is a bit much. I don't like their dry/erase sushi menu - maybe it's the germaphobe in me but I hate the thought of how many people have touched it and whether or not they clean it thoroughly. I wish we could have the option to write our sushi roll order on paper like many other sushi restaurants. When filling out our dry/erase sushi roll menu, we noticed that the 'Caterpillar Roll' still had a smudge of marker on it from the people who ordered before us so we did our best to wipe it off but it still left a faint green mark. We then ordered 4 of our own rolls. The server did not repeat our order back to us but she did confirm that we ordered 4 rolls. Imagine our surprise when she delivered 5 rolls including the caterpillar roll that we did not want, we weren't able to flag her down and w were hungry so we just went about our eating and paid the $9 for the extra roll that we didn't even want. The eel was incredibly dry. If they are charging $9 for a roll, the portion and quality of eel should be up to par. The other rolls were just ok. Fish doesn't seem as fresh as it used to. Server didn't confirm our order or show us what was what when it came out, which would have helped remedy the situation.
(2)
Marshall M.
More than Japanese food, fresh fish, fresh ingredient and great presentation. But average service.
(4)
Ryan H.
Went on a Friday--was surprised to find out they closed at 9:30. Ordered dumplings and a sushi platter. The dumplings were fine. The sushi was edible. Overall, the food wasn't good enough for another visit. The early closing time is definitely a minus, especially on a Friday night.
(2)
Mel L.
Best chirashi I've ever had!! 10/10 for the flavor, the quantity, the presentation! Having great sushi dishes on a warm day reminds me so much of California! What's better is that their chirashi is better than any chirashi I've had anywhere so far. I'll definitely come back soon and bring more friends over too. Can't wait!
(5)
Hannah H.
My husband and I were excited to try Sushi Yoshi out as it was highly recommended by my periodontist. When we walked in, we waited for a bit, even though there were plenty of tables available - apparently, they had a lot of reservations and all of them were reserved. We then asked if we could just sit up at the sushi bar, so it worked out after about 20 minutes or so. We were brought out the house salad with the ginger dressing, which was okay, but no miso soup was available. From their menu, we started off with some of their 'House Specials,' such as the pork belly and the scallops. The pork belly was like teriyaki style, with a hint if citrus (quite tasty!). The scallops, on the other hand, were cooked way too long, so it was a bit rubbery. The aioli/ponsu sauce on the top was kind of strange as it was a hint of citrus flavor to it. I also ordered the fatty toro (fatty tuna); it tasted a little unfresh, but overall, it was good - it did have a strong citrus aftertaste, though. I am thinking that the dishes here have a huge focus on citrus-like flavors. My husband also ordered the sukiyaki - we were both not fans as it was extremely sweet! We felt as if there was some type of a mistake with the sugar amount, and in the end, we just could not take more than a spoonful of it. The dish itself contained veggies, vermicelli noodles that were overcooked, and just a huge amount of meat (similar to bulgogi). The sushi chefs were cute very cute and I did enjoy watching them create the dishes. I really enjoyed the pork belly special, and if the fatty tuna was more fresh, I would have been a fan. I am glad I was able to try this place out, but not sure if I'd go back! +underwhelming sushi T___T
(3)
Suzi L.
Worst service! They can't wait to rush you out to flip tables. Rude for paying customers. Lunch for for people came out to a little over $100. Would have loved to enjoy our meal without being so rudely rushed!
(1)
Meg D.
Definitely a fan of this place. Keep in mind, I'm fairly certain this is definitely Americanized Japanese sushi, not Japanese Japanese but it's still fairly delish! Went with a friend on a Monday night and had to wait about 15 min for a spot, which ended up being at the counter (not that we minded!) but it's a small restaurant so make reservations ahead of time. One thing I like about this place is that for some rolls, you can choose full or half-by getting half, you can try more stuff! Was very impressed by the Vegas roll-tempura-ed sushi with cream cheese...which sounds like a strange thing but is very delicious. Their lasagna roll was also pretty scrumptious. And the eel one (maybe the dragon roll?) was sooo good. Nomm. After eating the rolls with such bold flavor, it made the CA roll seem a bit bland.
(4)
Claire C.
I usually do not write reviews to every place I've been to unless it was outstanding or really bad, and yet Sushi Yoshi is definitely a charming place if you craving for fresh Japanese food!! I've been there countless times and very fortunately I have never been disappointed by their food! (PS! For SASHIMI lovers, if you want the best freshness fish, you should go there after Wednesday!!) I liked their chirashi deluxe and cucumber roll. It's a good size for party of two. The great thing about this plate is that it's not overpriced! Their chirashi deluxe got almost 25-28 pieces for just $30, and the quality of food they given to you are still great. I would definitely recommend this place to you if you live in DMV area! Just a reminder. Sushi Yoshi is a charming little heaven off the maple ave, there are many interesting stores around, you should defiantly check those out if you are not in a rush. :D
(5)
Alyssa C.
I got the chirashi and my friend got the sashimi set. In my opinion the sashimi set was better. Pay a bit more and get ~30% more sashimi. Granted the chirashi comes with sushi rice instead of normal rice and has those cool Japanese rice condiments but as someone who loves sashimi, I would just get the sashimi set next time. The quality of the sashimi in terms of the precision of the cuts and the freshness isn't A+ which is why I give this 4 stars but if you just want to satisfy sushi cravings this is good.
(4)
Wen F.
This isn't a super "Fancy" place but ... First things first, I'm a sushi lover Drop this and I'm gonna let the yelp world feel it And I'm still in the Sushi Bizness I've tried at least half a dozen places for sushi in the DMV and I'd say Sushi Yoshi is probably my favorite. I will admit that usually when I have sushi, unless it's a buffet I'm never fully satisfied, I'm definitely not hungry but I never get that Cheesecake Factory/32oz Steak feeling. However thanks to the generosity of Sushi Yoshi and their awesome Chirashi Bowls, this dude can get his fix and leave fully satisfied without breaking the bank. Their Chirashi cuts are close to most other places' portions of Sashimi, but you get a whole lot more for under $20. I would stick with the cheaper option, (Chirashi regular) it seems like you get more than the choose 3 unless you realllllly have a specific want. The portion is huge and most people can probably make 2 meals out of it but who are we kiddin' I'm a guy that used to eat a sushi platter for 4 to go for dinner all by myself. I also love the spicy salmon/tuna appetizer they have goes really well with the mountain of sushi rice that comes with the Chirashi bowl. If you are in the area and love sushi this is a must try.
(5)
Huai-Tao S.
One of the better places for sushi in NOVA not counting DC. The seafood are pretty fresh and well done, nothing that makes it memorable, just good sushi. Tips, they have good lunch deals, always make a reservation unless really off hours. Usually they place is packed, that includes bar area, which also need reservations. Small place, limited parking, but there are street parking, but its my go to place if I feel like sushi. DC is just too much trouble
(4)
Alex I.
Sashimi lunch special was tier one fresh. Had a couple no frills rolls and seaweed salad for an opener. All of it on point. It was bustling for lunch so sat at the bar. Servers were attentive and the overall experience was excellent. See why folks been prodding me to check it out.
(5)
Le L.
I came here because the yelper reviews and many recommendation by my friends. I am not a sushi lover but I give this place 5 starts. It is the best place for sushi in DMV area. I came here on a tuesday lunch time for my boyfriend's birthday and oh boy it was packed. The place is small already, therefore the restaurant itself can't hold many big tables, so small group will be better choice. The place is located in Vienna, VA and its in the neighborhood side so finding it can be a challenge. This placed is located in the corner so try to look for that. Parking is street parking so good luck to find one if you decided to come here for dinner on weekend. We arrived around 12pm and we had to wait around 20 minutes for a table. It was really packed when we walk inside and there isn't much space to wait either (really small). We literally waited for 20 minutes and got our seat right away. There were some bar seats but i wouldn't prefer that. They gave us hot tea instead of water. I really like the green tea, very rich flavor. I know for sure other places usually charge you extra for tea, but this place they actually give it to you (+ 1 start bonus). We both ordered bento box A + B (A was with tempura veggies and shrimps and B was for sushi rolls). The portion was huge and definitely worth the price. A is for 9.95 and B is for 10.95. I think the price is fair since it was a huge portion and we barely can finish it on our own. We also ordered whitetail rolls and we requested for half of the original order. Before our food came here, they gave us miso soup and salads (which pretty normal I think). I would definitely recommend the BENTO BOX for lunch since its fast and decent for lunch. The service was good which I was surprised by it. It was really crowded during their lunch time, so I thought service wouldn't be good, but they came by each table several times and asked if everything was okay. They even refilled our tea without us even call them. I was amazed by their service and make sure every customers received the right service by them. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for those sushi lovers and anyone want to give this place a shot. I would definitely come back to try other menu items (like sushi rolls and such). I would come back lunch time also since I wouldn't want to wait for hours during dinner time and PARKING. YIKE.
(5)
Mi H.
Chirashi is super good for take out as well as dining in. Love their amaebi fried shrimp heads.
(5)
Rebekah L.
So this place has awesome sushi masters who know the abc of sushi. The head chef, Mark, serves us an unforgettable dining experience for me and my fiance whenever we drop by. They do have fresh fishes, especially O-toro and salmon, were excellent, they were just melting on my tongue. Chirashi, which is my favorite, is also good and that's the signature menu I think. Definitely the best sushi place in this area.
(5)
Teri B.
Stopped by for lunch based in the Yelp reviews, after calling in 30 mins ahead for reservations. Review recommendations are spot on - definitely call ahead. And their food is fresh, fresh, fresh, generous and delicious! What an unexpected surprise in the middle of Vienna.
(5)
A. C.
Japanese owned Japanese Restaurant. Japanese-style chirashi was really good and filling. It's not like Korean chirashi (spicy) which I also enjoy from time to time. Fish was fresh and delicious. I will visit again.
(4)
Yan N.
Food is delicious, no doubt. However, the services is terribly bad and rude. We went to take out on Friday night, we wait for 50 mins for our 4 rolls... The waitress did not mention how long we have to wait! After 10 mins we went back to check our order, they told us we have to wait another 40 mins... Said they told everyone that there is 40 mins waiting...You could told us when you take us order.... And the way they are explaining to us is very rude too, feels like since you paid already then you have to wait... Not a good experience for our 1st time in here. Don't think it will be next time.
(2)
Haley G.
I'm super behind on my yelping and I'm sure I'm gonna lose my elite status, but I'll keep writing reviews anyways. Maybe someone will find them useful! :) I love this place. It's a little out of the way for me and I'll be honest - I always order the same "entree" (chirashizushi). Don't let the outside fool you - this place is legit. All of my halfie friends and our Japanese moms come here for sushi!
(4)
Jean S.
Definitely make reservations, this restaurant is tiny and usually packed. Also, parking is not ideal on weekend nights, with Bazins and Alegria packed with patrons next door. It would be nice if they stayed open later, as they close at 9:30 on Fridays/Saturdays and 9:00 on weeknights. Having said all that, it is totally worth going to Sushi Yoshi for their great variety of Japanese small plates and very fresh and carefully prepared sushi/sashimi. I would say Sushi Yoshi has the best sushi I've had in N. Va followed very closely by Tachibana in McLean. I really enjoyed the grilled kampachi jaw, agedashi tofu and monkfish liver. And if you are a fan of uni, definitely order it here, as it is always creamy, sweet and delicious! Service is efficient and friendly, as well.
(4)
Angela K.
I'm conflicted... I typically have always liked it here as a staple good place to go for sushi. The last time i went in there right before they were closing for lunch.. perhaps this is why? but still no excuse..but the boyfriend and I both had horrible stomach aches for the rest of the afternoon/evening... lasted for hours.....horrible and scary to mess with bad sushi but that's what it seemed like. The chirashi dish there is pretty friggin amazing with the amount of fish they give you though! It's something worth trying there! very good and value for what you pay! I guess just dont go at the end of lunch?? Dont know what to say other than that but try at your own risk I guess? haha
(3)
Jackie S.
The prices are cheap but the service is awful. I was greeted at the door with "How long will it take you to eat dinner?" I was told I could only be seated if I was going to be less than an hour to eat. The service is rude and the sushi wasn't good. The only positive comment I can leave is that the prices are cheap and reasonable. I do not recommend this place to anyone
(1)
M. M.
Service AWFUL, they are so rude. Currently they are very popular, that doesn't give them the right to be so rude and condescending. This is a local place for me, I will never go back.
(1)
Jessie K.
Overated. Never been so disappointed coming to a restaurant that had gotten such great reviews and not just on Yelp. Didn't realize we had to make reservations for an early dinner on Sunday at 5pm but the hostess said she had one table available until 6:30 so we took it, but you could tell by the hostess' reply and expression that she wasn't happy. Regardless she sat us and we got our menus and waters. For someone in the service industry, our waitress had a craptastic attitude and acted like we were bothering her. No hello, just "what do you want" and marched away. Food came out relatively quick but the amount of rice in the sushi just shows that it's not made by real sushi chefs. Sushi should not have so much rice on it. Realized we had to order more food so we flagged the waitress down and she again looked like we were interrupting her friendly chat with the table next to us. Ordered tempura and grilled mackeral. The tempura came out but then the sauce took another 10min and am it was brought by a 2nd waitress who dumped it on our table. She also brought one bowl of rice and it looked like someone was in a hurry scooping it in. Grilled mackeral was mediocre. This experience just goes to show that not all Yelp restaurants are worth their stars. The best part? their place mats are pretty nice.
(2)
Saara Z.
The selection at Sushi Yoshi is great and the portion sizes are quite generous. I went for lunch today and ordered the "Sushi Lunch Special" - which came with 7 pieces of nigiri and a spicy tuna roll for about $11 - and a few pieces of nigiri (salmon belly and scallop). The fish was fresh and the rice was cooked very well (although the temperature of the rice was a little warmer than I'd expect for sushi). In the lunch dish, one of the pieces is actually bean curd sushi, which to me didn't sound that great at first but after taking one bite, I was quite pleased! It was refreshing to have a bite of something sweet with all the soy sauce dipped sushi I was eating. As for the service, we sat at the bar but our waitress was very pleasant and attentive. She catered to our requests, didn't forget anything, and everything came out within a reasonable amount of time.
(4)
Nancy T.
If I could only eat one sushi roll for the rest of my life, it would be the spicy crunchy boiled shrimp & avocado roll. Oh how I love this roll! Everything I've had here has been delicious. The chirashi regular is a work of art. So beautiful to look at and made with the freshest high quality ingredients. The unagi nigiri is huge and tasty. If you don't eat sushi or sashimi their sukiyaki is also delicious. It comes in an enormous, heavy black bowl full of noodles, veggies and a beefy, slightly sweet broth. I also really enjoyed their beer and sake selections. The service here is wonderful and prompt. The place is very authentic and very popular. You will need reservations. It's was also crawling with very small children, which seems to be the thing now at sushi restaurants. I think well-behaved older children belong in all restaurants, but I don't know that I would bring toddlers or babies here. Since it's a very small, tight space the crying, shouting and running around of small children are especially disruptive to the other diners.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : No Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Brendan B.
This place is just plain solid. We eat here about once/month and we've never had a bad experience. There are several sushi places nearby and this one blows them all out of the water. The fish is always fresh, the prices are unreal, the staff is super nice. I'm not going to claim to be a connoisseur, but the Unagi is fantastic, the spicy tuna rolls are good. My wife is always going to get California Roll...and those are pretty good too. Hands down, just a great sushi restaurant in the heart of Vienna.
(5)Annie Z.
One of my absolute favorite sushi restaurants in this area! My only complaint: I wish they had more seating indoors. Their sushi is always fresh and delicious, their staff is very friendly, and their service (especially when it comes to take-out) is relatively quick. They have an awesome sushi a la carte menu (although I usually tend to gravitate towards the spicy crunchy salmon rolls because they are a definite favorite here!) and their prices are moderate. This is one place I like to frequent and give as much business as possible. Definitely recommend!
(4)Megan P.
I've never eaten in the restaurant here, because my husband isn't the biggest sushi fan. But, we order out here about once a month. After moving to Oakton, Virginia in early 2012, we had a really hard time finding restaurants to replace the ones we left behind in Falls Church. But after a few misses, we found Sushi Yoshi and I'm very happy with it. The only reason this isn't a 5-star review, is that I prefer larger portions of miso soup and they only offer one very small size. But everything is very delicious and the fish is very fresh. I can highly recommend it.
(4)Nick H.
Up until a week ago, I had sworn that Sweet Ginger was the best sushi restaurant I had ever eaten at in the Northern Virginia area...and definitely the best sushi restaurant in Vienna...but then I tried Sushi Yoshi. And now, I don't know what to think. Sushi Yoshi is a quaint (and by that, I mean tiny) restaurant that boasts a huge taste. I ordered two sushi rolls (the Vegas roll and the soft-shelled crab roll). The Vegas roll was hands down my favorite sushi roll I've ever had. The flavor, texture, and presentation was all incredible. The soft-shelled crab roll was good too, it just paled in comparison to its plate-mate. In addition to my sushi, I also ordered a seaweed salad (expecting to be brought a small bowl of seaweed as a side dish to my sushi). It turned out to be a full plate of seaweed, expertly seasoned and sitting atop a bed of lettuce. It was even garnished beautifully. I definitely will order it again, but will order less sushi next time now that I know how big the salad is. And lastly, the actual side salad and miso soup that came with my sushi (which I did not expect since I ordered sushi a la carte) was also delicious. All in all, Sushi Yoshi is small, crowded, busy...and I could care less because it was one of the best sushi experiences I've ever had. Will definitely be back again...soon.
(5)Steve S.
Ahhh the secret sushi place that is hiding out on a Vienna corner! The hamachi and toro are like butter! The unagi is tender and sweet. The urchin has texture and color that is simply rare for North America. Simply put the sushi is amazing. I saw one couple order about a dozen rolls, and it looked like they were finishing them all! When you actually find this place, mark it on your GPS, 'cause you'll be back :)
(5)Dani F.
Hitting up Sushi Yoshi was a wise decision for 4 hungry gals getting ready to go to Wolftrap for a couple of hours. Found the restaurant via Washingtonian's 25 Cheap Eats then read review for the spot via Yelp (where else!?!?!) and since my fiancee and I have been looking for a good sushi place we said why the hell not? We dropped in about 6 pm and low and behold its HAPPY HOUR! OH YEA! I dont think they had any drink specials but the sushi was on happy hour so that worked for me. We order shumai, fried dumpling, edamame, tuna and salmon sashimi, spicy crunchy salmon and avocado roll and the star of the evening: the pork belly and scallop appetizer. The pork belly was so deliciously tender and cooked perfectly. The scallops were good but a tad bit overcooked. Oh one thing to note, this place is pretty popular so make reservations and note the times they are closed since they dont answer the phone in order for one to make reservations! All in all a great dining experience. Happy dining!
(4)Danni M.
This is a small, quiet Japanese restaurant with delicious, authentic food. The sushi is fresh, the food is tasty, the service is efficient. Always a wonderful experience!! I recommend having a reservation, because this restaurant does not have many tables. Or if there aren't any tables, the sushi bar is also nice and surprisingly spacious. It is fun to watch the sushi chefs in action, especially when they are assembling chirashi or topping rolls with a rainbow of colorful roe.
(5)Anna N.
I absolutely love this place! I have tried a lot of sushi places in the DC area and so far I cannot find any place I like more. First, the fish is really fresh, which is extremely important to me. I've never seen or tasted anything frozen here. Though I am picky about my sushi, this place has a large variety of options for everyone, and introduced some trendy rolls, too, like those that feature mango. Second, you cannot beat the price. Not only is it good, but it's also so cheap! There are too many places in DC that are way too expensive and not that good. I think the service here is very good, too. They really appreciate their customers. When it gets busy, and it's usually busy, some things may take a little longer, but they always try to be attentive and accomodating. As others have mentioned, this place is very popular so most of the time it is busy. If you want to eat there at a certain time, make a reservation. If you don't mind waiting, you can wing it, but there's no guarantee. And yes, there's not a lot of parking around, but it's free and you can park on all the side streets around. Sometimes you just have to make a circle.
(5)Amanda L.
Sashimi happy hour - is there really anything more to say?! If you want to catch the happy hour special, make sure to make reservations. The place is pretty small, and tables/reservations fill up fast. Like many other reviewers have said, get the chirashi! The fish here is extremely fresh, and I always appreciate when the man behind the sushi bar is actually Japanese. You can't beat a chef that has undergone itamae (traditional Japanese sushi chef training).
(5)Qinglan W.
Best place for sushi in Vienna. Great prices for sashimi and hand rolls during their happy hour. Generous cuts of fish. Great service.
(4)Dette T.
Best sushi in town! Try the tempura ice cream and ama ebi!
(5)Sheri Y.
I went there for lunch on a Sunday. We got there a little bit after 12 and people started walking in right after us. I order Grill Salmon Jaw, Lunch Chirash,and Lunch box A. I love my dining experience there is great. Looking forward to visit there again...
(4)nirav p.
My wife and i really love this place. The sushi is always fresh and the service is excellent. I definitely recommend going here for sushi.
(5)Jenny C.
I came here on a Friday night with some friends. The place is quite small so make sure you make reservation before coming. All the server were very friendly. All the food we ordered were fresh and tasty. I especially like that they can do half an order of a roll for you so you can try different ones. I ordered the sushi deluex, spicy crunchy slamon avacado roll and eel roll, and a chirasi regular to take home. My favorite of the night is hands down the spicy crunchy slamon avacado roll! =)
(4)Laura S.
In town on business and went here on a weeknight - awesome sushi!!! Nice service too. They actually had Amberjack, which I haven't had in years. The tuna was melt-in-your-mouth good. Place could use some renovation but I went there for the fish, hence the 5 stars.
(5)Arynn I.
Yup, still like this place. Came for dinner this time on Thursday, 3/25. I was a little sad they didn't have "bento boxes" but then again, it wasn't lunch. Like the first time, the restaurant was very busy and we had a reservation. My mom's table was again set up for us. I had a coupon for 20% off one entree so we wanted to use that. Shunko, one of the owners, came by to say hello and then our server brought over a new appetizer for us to try out. Apparently Yoshi (the other owner) was in the innovative mood and created a new dish. The appetizer was clam in a garlic sauce and nitsuke, fish cooked in shoyu. It's hard for me not to be biased cause I don't do a lot of seafood but this dish was very flavorful and tasty! I ate the whole thing! Surprisingly the dish was hot, I thought it would be a chilled dish. But in any case, if they end up serving it, I highly reccomend it. (photo) For my dinner, I ended up getting curry udon with a side of appetizer gyoza. I really enjoyed the udon; the curry sauce was like a soup and not thick like curry you'd normally get with rice. All the flavor of the curry was there; it didn't taste watered down. The gyoza was cooked perfectly and my parents and I had a discussion of how to make it crisp on the bottom and precisely steamed throughout. I can never seem to make it at home the way it's made in stores. Again, my mom got the chirashi and took half her meal home for Friday's lunch but my dad tried the Young's Chirashi which was the chef's special cuts of all the fish normally in the standard chirashi. Everything was jumbo sized. He ate everything! Too full for dessert, we ended the meal with another round of green tea, water for me, and then took off into the cold evening just as the rain started sprinkling. I cannot wait for my mom to take my friends to this place! Hopefully she'll love it like I do!
(5)Brandt T.
I became addicted to Sushi Yoshi when a colleague of mine introduced me to their Chirashi lunch about 4 months ago. He knows his stuff as he lived in Japan for 5 years and his wife is Japanese, and I'm glad they shared this spot with me because it's so good! The Chirashi lunch is $13 and comes with a salad (super tasty dressing), a bowl of miso soup, and then a large rice bowl with a lot of interesting assortments of pickled veggies, fish, egg, etc. (I know there are official words to describe the toppings but I'm not an expert :p) and a huge portion of varied Sashimi. One of my other favorites is the spicy tekka don (spicy tuna) lunch, which is basically the same as the Chirashi lunch except exchanges a huge portion of spicy tuna for the sashimi. You haven't really tried Chirashi or Sushi lunch in Northern Va. until you've had it at Sushi Yoshi... it's that much better and really a great value the way they have it set up. Can't wait to try their dinner menu.
(5)Sharon H.
Mediocre food and service. Have had much better in the area.
(2)Karyn W.
Terrible service. Came over and bothered me every single 5 seconds. Always trying to take plates out, even when I am still eating the food on it but never tried to fill my water cup. Sushi was not impressive at all. I can make better sushi than them.
(1)Joshua D.
Several problems here. One, good luck finding it. Even standing outside it a block away and seeing on my iPhone that I was basically right on top of it, it was tough for me to see Yoshi's tiny little sign. Once inside, I was appalled at how close together the tables are. It's soooo tiny and crammed inside! Service was fine, and it's a pretty cheap venue for sushi. But the sashimi was tough. I thought the menu seemed robust and creative, but perhaps a little too much so. The other part of the dish I ordered was supposed to have fresh veggies on the rice. Instead, it was all nasty pickled stuff. I loooooove Asian food, but this just tasted gross. Overall, EVERYTHING was way too salty. I've been drinking water ever since trying to get the salt taste out of my mouth. This place has potential, but it needs work, and the food left me pretty unsatisfied. I have had Yama, Ginger and a plethora of other sushi places in Fairfax and Loudoun counties... My personal favorite is still Yoko in Oakton.
(2)Michelle N.
My friend invited me here to catch up and as soon as she said "sushi happy hour" I was all about it! Wedged at the corner of Center St and Church St, you walk in and Sushi Yoshi is surprisingly very small. The tables and chairs are very close to each other which made me worry that sushi might get dropped on my head (none did, phew!). Thankfully the hostess seated us close to the bar and not near the front door - it would've driven me crazy to have all the customers come in brushing past my chair. In spite of that, the happy hour specials are awesome. $3-5 per roll and $1-2 per piece of sushi. My friend and I must've gone a little crazy because we still ended up spending a ton of money but we got a LOT of sushi out of it. I guess our eyes were bigger than our stomachs. The staff was very friendly and nice - greeting us as soon as we walked in and being pleasant and helpful throughout our dining experience. Despite one of the servers telling me that our table was reserved at 6:30 (we arrived at 5) no one tried to push us out or hurry us up when it got close to that time. The sushi tasted great and was mouth watering - that is my bar for rating sushi. If it's so good that I'm drooling while eating it, you know it's fresh. Also every order comes with complimentary salad and miso soup.
(4)Angela D.
I've been here twice and the food has been very good. The sushi rolls are of good size the the rice is flavored nicely also. They offered us salad and miso soup with the meal which was nice since the wait for the sushi was a bit long. We didn't mind since the salad and soup held us over and we didn't have anywhere to go. The toro was probably 4/5 stars. Tasty and not fishy and melts in your mouth. It was only 4.50 a piece which is a steal compared to some places. The restaurant is fairly small and we were lucky to get a table just walking in. Not a good place for large parties but good for weekend dates. The hostess handed us a card when we sat down and suggested we make reservations next time since they are so busy. Our server was very nice and checked on us at the appropriate times.
(4)Alison S.
I was looking at a review of another Japanese restaurant near by and the reviewer mentioned Sushi Yoshi as his regular Japanese place. This got me curious so I started looking at the Sushi Yoshi on Yelp and then their official website. The photos of all their sushi look so good! And then this bit on the "About Us" page got me even more intrigued: Chef Yasu was trained in classic French cuisine and worked at Le Gavroche, a Michelin 3 star restaurant in London, for many years. He left Le Gavroche to accept the position of chef at the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he worked for more than 10 years. Chef Yasu now works with Chef Yoshi at the sushi bar, but sometimes he can't resist the urge to get in the kitchen and create some of his favorite French and European dishes. I decided I must try this place .... even if it meant cheating on our regular Japanese place, Tachibana. Sorry T! A girl's gotta have a little variety -- it's the spice of life! The space is rather small but we managed to get a couple of tables for a late Saturday lunch. Our party was 7 so we had to be split up. It was fine. All the main dishes come with a miso soup and salad. Loved the dressing! I shared a Sushi platter for 2 with my cousin and ordered the eel on rice for my daughter. Everything was great! The sushi was so yummy! There were 30 pieces of sushi and we could not finish it. Really wanted to try the dessert but just couldn't eat another bite. Will have to come back for the dessert next time. So glad to find another Japanese place that's decent around here.
(4)Mark W.
Came here for lunch today, and had a great time. As another commenter noted, they asked me if I had a reservation. Note that my date and I got there before they opened, and aside from a few other people waiting to get in, the place was empty. When I told the hostess we don't have a reservation, she asked us to wait a moment, and came back a minute or two later to tell us we could sit outside, but that she didn't have any room inside, because reservations were coming soon. Whatever, it was nice outside. Great sushi, as well as appetizers. The chef's French training definitely shows in the flavors, and presentation (very beautiful) Service was good, and nothing to complain about, except maybe took a while to get the check after we had finished eating. Since it was a date, however, I didn't mind the extra time. I will definitely return.
(4)Antonio C.
This is hands down my Favorite local spot for sushi. The sushi here is consistently good and you know the quality and taste of the food is legit, because there are always a lot of Japanese expats dining here. The only caveat is that this place is small and gets booked really quickly, so plan ahead if you want to dine here. My favorite time to come is for their sushi happy hour on weekdays from 5:00 to 6:30 and just sit at the bar.
(5)Ashley K.
Sushi Yoshi is the first place I think of whenever I crave sushi. Chirashi Regular is always on point with fresh sushi & very generous portion. Young's Chirashi Deluxe is a fantastic choice as well!
(5)Cheryl H.
Very Disappointed after all the great things that I'd heard. The sushi was ok, but certainly not the best in the area, as I'd heard. Miyagi, in McLean, is just one example of MUCH better food. But the worst part was the service and atmosphere. Sushi Yoshi claims to be open until 9:00 p.m. on weeknights (woo hoo!); most restaurants mean that that's the latest they'll seat you. At this place, they want to sweep the floors and get out of there by 9! We arrived at 8:35 and were told that they were "closing in five minutes" They shoved menus into our hands while we were walking to the table and made us order before we could even order drinks. The waitress was entirely unhelpful in terms of recommending how much to order. (And she took a personal cell phone call while taking our order even though it was such a huge rush!) After 9, we weren't even allowed to order a second drink. And they hovered around our table waiting for us to pay the check before we had even finished eating $100 worth of sushi. A thoroughly unpleasant experience; I won't be back!
(2)Kristin S.
Another great experience at Sushi Yoshi. Every time my parents visit, they always want me to take them back here. The fish here is always fresh. This time we got: -dumplings- perfectly cooked, not greasy -some assorted nigiri pieces- big fan of the white tuna -the yellow roll- a usual for me-who thought mango in a sushi roll could be so good -yellowtail and scallion- another usual one for me -japanese lasagna roll- first time i tried this one, probably not the healthiest roll, with the spicy mayo but it still tasted great, nice and warm. I also like that they started having more of the more authentic japanese street foods like okonomiyaki (japanese pancake) and takoyaki (octopus balls). This is my favorite sushi restaurant, and I continue to come back again and again. The only thing to note is that the space inside isn't that big, so I always make a reservation. Otherwise the tables outside are available, but in the summer I find it too hot and humid to do that.
(5)Dennis S.
Awful service. Never got to try the food. Curt unaccommdating hostess. Will never even contemplate a second try. I'm writing this review as I sit comfortably in one of their competitors places down the road.
(1)Carolyn S.
I'm ashamed to say that I've lived near Vienna my whole life, and never knew there was anything beyond Maple Avenue. I credit my fellow Yelpers for opening my eyes. Sushi Yoshi is perfect for what it is- a warm, small, sushi joint with a great sushi selection and mugs that never run out of steaming Genmaicha tea. The moment I stepped into Sushi Yoshi, I felt "homesick" for the little family-run restaurants I frequented in Japan months earlier. I had a giant pile of tempura vegetables, which were excellent- light, crispy, and scaldingly fresh. If I had any more wishes in my genie's lamp, I would have wished for a little wasabi salt on the side- but I can't hold that against Sushi Yoshi. My friend had a selection of rolls which he attests to being fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Similar to the sushi restaurants in Japan, service was attentive but unobtrusive, and all of the sushi chefs look up from their work and bid you good bye as you leave. Five stars for a genuine, delicious, and high-quality dining experience.
(5)Cafe W.
me & my family usually go to this place pretty often now days.. like atleast once a month whatever stuff I order never disappoint me :) but I really like their chicken karaage and grill mussels also I just tried chicken curry udon... it was super delicious, especially when you got the curry soup left then you just dump rice in it.. so good
(4)Michael L.
Having lived in Japan for 3 years, I'm a SELF proclaimed sushi connoisseur (my wife's eyes rolling up now). Not the best fish in the area but they do everything well and offer more than your typical fare on their menu. Try all of their wide range of appetizers. They're all good. Consistent above par quality makes them our go to sushi restaurant in the area. Use to go to Tachibana but quality of fish was inconsistent.
(4)CW L.
This place is wonderful now. They changed the wait staff. Yay!
(4)Dan G.
Tiny place with big taste. It was cool enough in the evening to sit out on the sidewalk (I mean patio). We ordered 3 rolls & a few sushi pieces. Everything was excellent & fresh. This place is as good as Yama with a bit better location. Prices are really about the same.
(4)Philip L.
We were regulars at Yama Sushi for many years, though we had preferred Sakana before it closed. We returned to Yama and it was always fine, though one night it was full so we gave Yoshi a try- very lucky for us. The food was far better and much more creative. There were lots of options on the menu though unfortunately that night some were not available. The green tea ice cream tempura made up for that- we'll go back soon
(4)Calvin T.
I am not a big fan of the sushi here in DC. I will say that Sushi Yoshi is fantastic. I love the Chirashi lunch/dinner. I wish this place was larger for seating purposes.
(5)Derya T.
This place is a hidden gem. We ordered edamami, miso soup and sushi rolls. Everything was delicious. I really liked the cozy local atmosphere that have created and the patio in front of the restaurant is a cute place to enjoy summer nights with friends. I will go back again!
(4)R R.
I went for lunch with my co-worker. The restaurant is very small and the first thing that we were asked was if we had a reservation. We arrived a little before 12. Some of the tables were marked as reserved. We said we had not made any reservations. The lady simply said we are very busy if you have no reservation then you will have to wait. We asked how long she said 35 minutes. We were okay to wait since we had heard good things about the food and sushi at this place. She did not even ask if we would like to wait and that she could put our name down. At that point she simply left us to attend a table. We waited for 5 minutes and she came around. We asked her to put our name down and she again emphasized that the wait might be longer. We had already parked our car and did not feel like going back and finding another place. So we said that is fine. At that point there were still couple of tables that were empty and was being reserved for those people who had called. After about 10 minutes she came back and said that there is a table available but we would have to finish by 1:30 PM as they had reservation at that time. It was 12:3.5 and we said that is fine we will be done. After we were seated another lady came to take our order . Needless to say since they wanted us to leave early our food came quickly. I ordered vegetarian sushi platter and my friend ordered chirashi. I must say that this place has a good assortment of vegetarian "sushi". Food was good. So when the time came to pay. we split the check and my co-worker said that she will cover the tip as my food was cheaper than her's. This was the first time someone had ever offered to do such a thing as vegetarian food is cheaper than non-vegetarian. I was humbled and said thank you for doing that. The total check was for $25.00. So I paid $12.50 and my co-worker paid $12.50 plus $5.00 tip. We left the restaurant before 1:30 pm. A this point I would have given a 3 star, The lady was very rude and it was obvious that they were under staffed. However what irked me after days was that when I looked at my CC statement they had charged $5.00 on my bill as well without my authorization. So in total they took $10.00 (40%) tip for a poor service. We already paid for the food, one should not be forced to pay tip which is mainly for personal service. Besides my co-worker still paid 20%. I have never experienced this before where they took the tip without authorization. Of course I called my CC company and dispute the charge. It was not about money but rather about business ethics and moral. So that was my first experience at this place. I am not sure if I would like to go back again. I think the place is over-rated.
(2)Dustin S.
This place probably has the best sushi in NoVA! The owners are actually Japanese, the fish is actually fresh, the portions are good, and the prices are just about normal. Downside is that the place is small (only seating for like 30 people) and always packed, so make a reservation, always, and street parking can be somewhat of a pain to find. Overall, I'd give it about a 4.5 stars b/c it is not THE best sushi I've ever had, but definitely THE best sushi I've had in NoVA, so I will go back here everytime I do crave good sushi.
(5)Mikey W.
i need to come back here...but my initial tasting was really positive. this is a true japanese restaurant, uses quality ingridients, and quality knives. i had yellotail belly, salmon belly, fatty tuna, and some rolls...all delicious! their regular rolls aren't fancy, but theyre very reasonable 4-6 range for exactly what they say. their "special" rolls are a little more pricier, but worth it. i want to come back and try another sampling, but this place could become my go-to sushi restaurant for the ffx area.
(4)Petra E.
Why do I love this restaurant? It has unusual dishes! I've had fried fish bones, fried shrimp, and a lot of other stuff that was all wonderful. I'm an adventurous eater and I love the fact you can order by the piece or half roll here. Everything I've had has been delicious. I wish I could go back more often, I feel like Andrew Zimmern ordering their unusual choices. We have several Japanese (really run by Koreans) restaurants in Vienna and this is by far my favorite.
(4)Nazanin E.
A few of us went for lunch and left stuffed and content :) The prices are very reasonable, especially considering how much food you get. The restaurant is small but nice & clean. Considering the size of the place, if you have more than a couple people, I'd recommend reservations to just make sure you don't have much of a wait. The place was packed by the time we left. Prompt service. All our lunch orders came with miso soup & salad which was nice :) I would definitely go back!
(5)V L.
This place has the MOST unique and best chirashi around! Not only that, they have VEGETARIAN chirashi! Both types of chirashi are presented very artistically and taste great! I have never seen vegetarian chirashi on a menu at a Japanese restaurant and this place doesn't disappointment. As an added perk, all entrees come with a salad and miso soup which are nice touches.
(5)Fabbian D.
VERY Romantc perfect place for a cheaters, no body speak english, you can park your car under the building and enjoy your sushi with your lover, a nice music no one can find you there,church street is very dark after 8 pm so, my friend was looking for his girlfriend but he can not found her till next day when he pull his credit card, he founded a charge for this romantic sushi place, I was looking for my beautiful wife (who loves me so much)for 3 hours, but she doesnt answer her phone, so, I checked with Sprint family locator the GPS Accused Church Street, I call my friend he said to me just go there, I can believe! He was righ The bad thing is I end up in jail next day because that! The game cost me so far $7000, plus plus, sucks no! Just pay attention in this, If you are the one who going to be the cheater guess what dress up very hot and go! Now if you suspect about someone cheater on you and you GPS accused there? Please don't do it. ... you going to feel very bad and probable kill yourself if you really likes her. My greater and lovely wife was walking by the hand with her customer, just a customer ok guys please don"thing bad about my beauiful wife, she do not cheating on me! ,she just like to go out to romantic place for a dinner. That so lovely!. I give 5 star for the place who made my beautiful lovely,and hot wife put me in jail.well now I have to find a hot girl to go eat with me there , soon I come back from my jail vacation.
(5)V. C.
My new sushi spot. Love this place!
(5)Irving H.
Great sushi restaurant in the heart of Vienna. Fresh sushi and surprisingly cheap for the quality of the ingredients. The rice was still soft and slightly warm. I'm not an expert on sushi but the contrast with the cool fish was nice. We ordered the bento boxes, the sushi combination platter, rainbow, Mexican, and Sushi Yoshi rolls. Thumbs up to the rainbow and Mexican rolls. But I would not order the Sushi Yoshi roll again - it is a basically a pain to eat - and the textures did not compliment each other. It had spicy tuna, crab meat, mango, lettuce, and mango sauce which became a cool sloopy mess in my mouth. You almost need a spoon to eat it without spilling anything. For my bento box I had the chicken teriyaki but it was overcooked. Come to think of it I have never had a perfectly cooked chicken teriyaki anywhere. If you plan to go you need to make reservations. They only seat about 20 people max. The parking is a pain - there is a small lot off of Center street that can fit 5-6 cars. Street parking or garage parking are your other options. The parking garage is off of Church Street under Bazin's - drive slowly or you'll miss it - it is just past the Clock Shop.
(4)Grace B.
Went here for lunch with my boyfriend. Great prices and selection of sushi and tapas. Sat outside with my dog which was a huge plus. Their outside area is quaint. We ordered the Vegas Roll, Crunchy Salmon Roll, and a Tempura appetizer. All were really good, especially the Vegas Roll. Service was great. She asked about my dog and was very attentive. We will be back in the near future.
(4)Mike M.
AWESOME AWESOME SUSHI! Great roll creativity the only downside like so many have suggested is that the service is very friendly but super super terrible. After we asked for our check it took us 45 minutes to get it :(
(2)Carolyn S.
HANDS DOWN the best sushi restaurant in the Metro area. The food is incredibly fresh and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The prices are comparatively low -- especially when you factor in that there are never any 'spoiler' pieces in the platters, and all orders include miso soup and a salad. Charming wait staff and a nice ambience complete the picture.
(5)Darshi L.
My go to sushi restaurant! They honestly have the BEST sushi I've ever had. Any sushi combo won't disappoint, but I will generally get the spicy crunchy rolls (salmon, yellow tail, and tuna are all great) They have many variations of the sushi that taste extremely different in the best way. The actual fish is also pretty fresh tasting. Not to mention, they charge very little for the amount given. You can even do a split roll if you want to save money and try out different rolls. Bonus: When you order the sushi you get a complimentary bowl of miso soup and a salad with a peanut sauce. My only tips are make sure you see when they are open because they close in the middle of the day, be ready to search for parking, and make reservations if it's at night. I highly recommend everyone to try it out and you'll most likely become a regular!
(5)Peter V.
TL;DR: Not impressed by the sushi due to mediocre fish quality and rolls weren't rolled properly. Service was minimal as well. No difference from Yama in the same area except with a higher price tag. Wife and I were craving Japanese food and there's not much to choose from in the Tysons area to begin with. We have previously tried Sushi Yama in the area but they were not up to our Japanese food standard. With the raving reviews of given by other Yelpers, we decided to give Yoshi a try. Right after we were seated, we were given ice water immediately instead of being asked what we'd like to drink. We noticed throughout our meal that the same server did ask other patrons that question except us and she was not attentive at all during our meal. We like that you can order half portions for some of the rolls so that you can try many different kinds. We ordered some simple rolls and some American rolls like the Rainbow and soft shell crab. The rolls were unfortunately not well-made. Some parts of the roll weren't even fully covered by the nori! That's basic sushi 101! The fish and soft shell crab was only ok, not fresh for both. As for service, we were not so sure if it's us or the server that we can't seem to understand each other properly. After we ordered, there server came back to ask us that there's soup and salad with the order or if we want two soups. We were not aware that there's appetizers in the first place and she didn't explain why there only one soup and salad for the two of us. The server then repeated the exact same question quickly and we felt rushed and just answered the soup and salad was fine. In general, we felt that service was really minimal towards us (maybe because we're first-timers) and we were rushed throughout dinner.
(3)Arun K.
Dinner for 2, with reservations, on a Wednesday night. (this review is longer than I had expected = bottom line: (1) the service is poor and (2) go to Passion Fin (others?) for good service and great sushi. We were seated promptly at our reservation time of 7:15 and our order was in by 7:25 (two rolls, 1 appetizer, 1 regular chirashi). At 7:55 p.m., we received our food with no appetizer. During the 30 minutes of waiting (I timed it), two other tables were seated (they arrived after us). 1 table was an Asian family of 4 and the other an Asian couple. These two tables both received their food before us (rolls, bento box, some other entree) as well as the drinks they ordered. The food itself was average. Lastly, I asked that the appetizer be removed and the server asked me two times if I saw the sushi/ngiri on my plate. It is difficult to convey the awkwardness of asking a server to correct an error and then having them ask you to remember if you saw that piece of food. The total experience of waiting for average food while seeing others receive fast and kind service and then awkwardly having the bill corrected motivated this review. End result: we are not happy with this experience. We enjoy sushi very much and have had great experiences at Passion Fin in terms of food and service.
(1)Jeff C.
This is my 600th review, so I wanted to do it right with a Yelp favorite like Sushi Yoshi. The first thing that I have to say, foodies, is believe the hype, because every glowing word of it is true. I know what you're thinking, another yelp lemming following the mob over the approval cliff, but I assure you when I say that Sushi Yoshi offers some of the best sushi in town, I'm singing the sushi gospel. First, the service was flawless. We arrived right at the height of the Friday dinner rush, and it looked as if there would be a wait; however, our waitress/hostess soon found us a seat out on the patio. The rest of the evening it was almost as if she could read our minds (ok, not so hard to do in my case...more sushi! please.) She was quick and efficient and didn't approach me once while I had half a dragon role in my mouth. Second, the food was fantastic. We ordered a two rolls ( Dragon Roll and California Roll), two specially salads (conch and squid), four pieces of uni with quail egg, several pieces of fatty tuna, and wine and beer. Every bite of this sushi feast was fresh and delicious, but I was really captivated by the quality and presentation of my uni (sea urchin), for the chief had nestled the quail egg on top in a protective avocado retaining wall. The result was a a piece of uni where you didn't have to worry about losing your egg. And it was oh so creamy and delicious that it could only be matched my our selection of fatty tuna, something so decadent that it virtually melted in the mouth...Sushi Heaven!! Finally, the sushi hat trick, the price. Yes, foodies, we had a ton of food and rinks and our totally bill for two avid sushi lovers still came to just $92. We quickly calculated that the same would cost us at least 30% in Old Town Alexandria, so this place stands as the sushi mother lode..Eureka!!! Yup, we've struck sushi gold here, and I will certainly return for more sushi treasure in the near future.
(5)Flora L.
OH MY GOD. The best sushi restaurant I've been to! I was so impressed by the texture of sushi and arrangements of the chirashi dish! I fell in love with this place. The chirashi dish has a lot to offer. It gives you a plate of fresh sushi without rice and a bowl of mixed rice and other ingredients. The price is also very affordable. Very worth for the food! Service, however, wasn't very fast because they're way too busy. I would definitely come back and recommend this restaurant with a 5+ stars!!
(5)Deena H.
This is a sushi place located in the suburbs. There is limited parking and you will have to find street parking. Do not enter here without a reservation. Let me repeat : do not just walk in here. Call and make a reservation. They will literally save you a table and will not give it away. We learned this the hard way. Even just calling ten to 20 min before arrival, and it will still be in your favor. The restaurant has outside and inside seating. There is also sushi bar seating. It is a fairly large restaurant but it is compacted with tables and people. It is always busy. The food was OK. The rolls were very fresh. I wasn't super impressed overall with the flavors. The prices you cannot beat of course. I might try this place again but it definitely did not stand out in my mind. The service is probably worthy of four stars as well but it was so busy and packed, I couldn't tell if they were serving us or trying to hurry us along!!
(3)Nghi N.
The best deals for sushi in NoVa, hands down. Their Sashimi Deluxe ($28 for 18 pieces) has a luxurious selection of fish, all very fresh. The slices were somewhat thinner but the quality of the fish was great. The rolls we tried were delicious and were large and very flavorful. The Dragon Roll was heavy on the eel sauce and therefore a little too sweet, but still quite enjoyable. My sister had the Salmon Don and loved it, especially the unique accompanying rice and garnishes. Our Sashimi Deluxe, Salmon Don plus five rolls, equaled $102, before tip. I love this place!!
(5)Tucker H.
How have I never written up review of Sushi Yoshi? It's a mystery and a travesty... With 466 reviews in ahead of me there's not much to add, so I'll just pile on. The sushi is top quality, and the quantity in the Chirashi is impressive to say the least. The last time we went we did an impromptu tapas, ordering a bunch of little things off the appetizer menus (from the website and the Japanese specialities one that's in the front cover of the menu), and that was a great way to try a lot of different stuff. In addition to the sushi, the pork belly was absolutely delicious and chopstick tender (not even a fork needed to split it into pieces, but not so soft that it couldn't be picked up with chopsticks), and the fried chicken pieces were quite tasty. It's always worth taking a look at the specials board on your way in as well.
(4)Tréz X.
One of the best sushi houses in the area. The sushi is well made and delicious. It's a small place so make sure to make reservations. If not the wait could be long. I've seen many kids there but there isn't room for rowdy kids. The chirashi is excellent and a great lunch deal. The fish all taste fresh and high quality. The salmon jaw is an off menu item but well worth the ask to see if any is available. Parking is in the back but limited. Otherwise you need to find street parking.
(5)Catherine Y.
We came here on a Sunday night and it was pretty full. I would recommend making reservations. The regular chirashi and sanshoku chirashi were excellent values: ~$20 for generous portions of fresh seafood. They do the chirashi rice different from any other place I've been, adding picked veggies, egg, and bits of grilled fish to it. It was all delicious. Great service as well. Would definitely come back if I'm in the area and craving sushi.
(5)KayKay N.
I was told by co worker the place was a must eat sushi so I tried it today 1. place are small 2. get very crowded 3 no good parking. I give three but the food aren't that amazing it's great it's okay to eat worth trip and time. we order tempura udon three specials roll and salmon teriyaki total with tips around 70$ so yeah expensive for dinner. our order was late there was no apologies and the roll came to us when we about to leave so we had to put it in a To go box.
(3)Wing K.
Went on a Friday night. Did not have a reservation. Sat outside. I was on a date with a girl 5 years my senior. So woman then. She was very cute. I hadn't been on a date in 10 months. It was a fix up date by mutual friends. There's the context. The place isn't particularly well advertised. I couldn't see a sign for it. In any case my date and I ended talking for hours. Service was good. The waitress checked on us fairly often. She ordered some kind of tuna salad that was crispy which was kind of interesting to share. I ordered edamame gyoza as I always like gyoza. She and I both had a bento box. I ordered the sushi bento box and she ordered the tempura bento box. I should have gotten the tempura one over the sushi in retrospect as I got the chicken sushi bento box instead of the other one. We both ended up have chicken based bento boxes. There were various things on the bento box that I wasn't familiar with, but was nonetheless ok. Nothing to write home about. We shared some green tea ice cream with some kind of fried shell on top. The ice-cream melted fairly quickly which gives me some context into the makeup of the ice cream as I am an amateur ice-cream connoisseur. So if you want something to order I wouldn't suggest chicken based bento boxes, I would suggest gyoza for appetizers.
(4)Pegah Y.
My fiancé picked up dinner for us from Sushi Yoshi. While we enjoyed the food, it wasn't the best or most fresh sushi I've had. I've gotten take-out sushi before and, comparatively, this wasn't the best. I ordered the Chirashi Regular entree, which came with a generous amount of fish (tuna, salmon, yellowtail, etc) and rice, as well as miso soup and a side salad. They do offer brown rice, which is a plus! My fiancé ordered the sushi combo entree and enjoyed his food, but also wasn't completely amazed by it. He mentioned it took them 30 minutes to have his order ready, though he called ahead. Bottom line: Not the most fresh sushi and I've had better, but generous portion and tasty and I'd definitely give it another shot.
(4)Theresa K.
We initially came here to check out their happy hour menu but soon realized it's really not that happy of a deal. Rolls and sushi are pretty much same price as menu price except maybe a few cents cheaper. With that said, their food is still delicious and no wonder it has such great ratings! Me and my bf ordered a chirashi regular which was a huge portion!! There is enough rice for three people and the rice itself was perfectly seasoned sushi rice - sweet, salty, and tangy. It was pretty addicting and I got so full from eating a bite of rice after a bite of fish! The fish from for the chirashi was a good size portion with about 16-18 pieces of tuna, salmon, salmon belly, yellowtail, mackerel, white tuna, scallop, sweet shrimp, and scallop. We also ordered the salmon skin roll which was uhmazing. I'm so picky about salmon skin because a lot of places don't cook it right and it ends up tasting like charred fish scales. This place was tender with a nice crisp to it and wasn't overly salmon-y. We did end up ordering a shrimp tempera and eel roll off the HH menu and it was just alright. Overall, we loved the meal and definitely reminded of why we like coming to sushi yoshi. Luckily we beat the after work rush because usually this place is packed and you definitely need a rsvp if you have a large party.
(4)Samantha L.
Sushi Yoshi is located at the corner of Church St and Center St. It's encouraged to make a reservation as dining room area is tight and limited. Tonight, my parents and I had dinner at Sushi Yoshi as recommended by my coworkers. We felt like it was the most authentic Japanese cuisine we had. We enjoyed (almost) everything we ordered. Here are my recommendations: 1. Agedashi Tofu - five crispy fried tofu with various types of mushroom and seaweed in a sweet soy sauce. If you like tofu, I'd totally recommend this appetizer. 2. Sashimi Regular - fifteen high quality, freshly sliced pieces of assorted fish. 3. Chicken Teriyaki - diced dark meat chicken sauteed in sweet soy sauce, served with soy sauce soy beans and pickled radish, and garnished with a lime slice. It was tasty but we felt the portion size was really small (like an appetizer size). 4. Yellowtail & Green Onion Roll - six rolls consisting of yellowtail and rice, wrapped in seaweed, and topped with scallion. I felt that there wasn't anything special about Center Street Roll which consisted of shrimp tempura and asparagus, wrapped in seaweed, and topped with red tuna and avocado. It would have tasted better if eel sauce was drizzled on topped of the roll.
(4)Marc M.
This is our favorite sushi place. We've tried a lot in the area and Sushi Yoshi wins hands down. It gets pretty crowded around dinner time, and reservations for dinner on Friday or Saturday are almost always necessary as they don't have a lot of tables.
(5)Terry P.
Came in for dinner tonight with friends that have been here before. We ordered many dishes. I had the sushi sashimi combo and five pieces of eel nigiri. My daughters ordered the binto box. We all had miso soup and salad and adamame. The restsurant was not very busy. After dinner both nyself and my order daughters have diarrhea upon returning home. This would have been a one star review if it was not for the fact staff were very friendly and helpful.
(2)Alex A.
Happy hour sushi 5 till 630. The unagi was amazing best I've ever had. And I try it everywhere, melted it was so good. Very attentive staff, amazing salad dressing miso was flavorful. A+
(5)4zz Y.
This place is small..not so easy walking through and a lil awkward sitting so close to other tables Don't go for those tempura sushi rolls, they're okay DEFINITELY TRY THOSE RAW FISH SUSHI ROLLS LIKE RAINBOW ROW! The fish are fresh and yummy!! I'm in love! Ps. this is a thai sushi place. The rice for sushi is jasmine rice..not Japanese rice :/
(3)AL K.
Portion alert!!! Am I hallucinating or the portions have shrunk???? Noticed it when we stopped by for lunch today, the uni sashimi was poorly plated and the saba portion was half of what I used to get. Nothing new on the menu. Same same same. They now have daily sushi/sashimi specials.
(4)Kelsi G.
Granted, I haven't been to that many sushi places so I don't have much to compare to. However, Sushi Yoshi never fails to satisfy! I usually come here for lunch since that seems to be when it's least crowded. I'd definitely recommend calling ahead, and it's usually the first thing they ask when you come in. I've tried a few things on their menu: the takoyaki, chirashi, and salmon/avocado roll. The highlight is definitely the chirashi; as you can probably tell from all the pictures of it on yelp, they definitely don't skimp on ingredients, and the presentation is amazing. The sashimi comes in large chunks, and goes perfectly with the wide variety of toppings on the rice. I'd recommend getting this and maybe an appetizer to split between 2 people, since it is a ton of food and sushi doesn't really taste the best as leftovers. Although I haven't ordered much else on the menu, from what I've sampled from my friends' dishes they all are pretty solid and fresh tasting. There are also plenty of options for a post-meal dessert on the same street, although I've had the mochi ice cream at sushi yoshi and it also is really good! I'm really tempted to try the green-tea tempura ice cream next time :)
(5)Cory L.
Dear Sushi Yoshi... I've been an advocate of your establishment. I have spent tons of money and mouth to frequent your place and to have others do the same. The last two visits were just meh and hav been this way for a bit now..I finally have the courage to go against everything I believed in with you.... :( Let me explain... Quantity: The appetizer food quantity has drastically reduced over the last year. In order to get around the same amount, I have to order two dishes of the same thing (I wont mention which ones because the staff might recognize me since I am a regular). Comfort/Service: The last two visits, we were rushed out and it was obvious. Not only did we have reservations, but the food took a lot longer to come out. In the past, when reservations were taken, they wouldn't tell you what time you needed to leave by. These days, they make it a point to tell you that you need to finish up and quickly. Yesterday, barely finished, the hostess, not the servers, comes by and starts clearing our table thanking us for coming. Not cool, not cool (by the way, the hostess wasn't always this person, this one seems a little more rushy). Quality/Accuracy: During my last visit I was charged extra for something I ordered, but didint get. The quality of the appetizers, especially the karage's seems to have decreased. Too much breading and always overcooked, becomes hard. I also ordered sushi...the others were correct but two of my salmon belly (specific and different) weren't belly, just regular. Thats a problem when a high quality sushi place sends this out over what was ordered and that is more expensive.
(2)Jonathan P.
This place is unreal. The quality of the sushi is top notch, and the prices are much lower than most sushi restaurants in the area. It's a small space with no bar, no TV's and no gimmicks. It's not pretentious in the way most sushi restaurants are these days. They're just really good at what they do. It's the perfect sushi place. Chirashi heaven......
(5)Geoffrey W.
This is by far the best Japanese place I've been to. The service is great, the fish is always fresh, the presentation is amazing, and the price is always right. Oh, did I mention they have the best tempura anything? Right, well it's so good, I'll mention it again. Best tempura anything. They also have a smart menu by categorizing specials, standard fare, and sushi/sashimi combination plates for 2 or more. As good as this place is though, it's small and fills up quickly, so I always guarantee myself a reservation before even attempting to go.
(5)Lloyd W.
The spicy crunchy eel with avocado roll is excellent. The fresh wasabi is definitely worth the $2. Tempura sweet potato roll was a surprising favorite. It was very busy and drafty at the table by the door, and the food is so good they still earned 5 stars. Good, fast service and good prices.
(5)Ithaca P.
Having been thoroughly disappointed with the sushi offerings in the DC area, I had almost given up on eating sushi altogether. And then I found Sushi Yoshi, and my faith was restored once again. My first trip there was for a late dinner. I had heard that the place tends to be crowded, so I was pleasantly surprised that we were seated immediately for a party of 2 on a Friday evening at 8.30pm. Service was good and quick, but the food did take quite a while to arrive. The restaurant was packed, so I was okay with the food taking longer to prepare. I had the Sushi Regular, while my friend had the Sushi Deluxe, and both our plates were great. If you have a big appetite, I would recommend the Deluxe portions, because for a few dollars more, you do get significantly more food. I don't think the number of rolls we got corresponded to what was stated on the menu; in both cases we got more than promised, so we had no complains. The fish was fresh and the rice was well flavored. When the check came we were surprised that it was relatively cheap for the amount of food we got in the end. My second trip was an early lunch on a Saturday. Finding myself in the vicinity with some time to kill, I showed up there right as the restaurant was opening. Maybe I should have realized something was up when I saw people parking their cars on the street in haste, and practically running to the restaurant. When I asked for a table for three, I was surprised when they said that without reservations a party of three would have at least a one hour wait. We were there no more than 5 minutes after opening. I took this as a really good sign. In the end, we agreed to an immediate siting by the entrance, at a makeshift table that was essentially where the waiting area was. That was fine with us as we just wanted to eat. We ordered the Chirashi Lunch, and a Bento Box, and I couldn't believe the amazing deal that Sushi Yoshi''s lunch is. I have never paid 13 bucks for so much Chirashi. Not only was the food plentiful, it was delicious, with many different kinds of Japanese pickled vegetables. Also it was presented beautifully. I have completely fallen in love with lunch at Sushi Yoshi. Next time though, I know to make reservations.
(5)Kim H.
This is my favorite sushi spot in the DMV. Love love love the spicy scallop, fatty tuna, rainbow and yoshi roll which is wrapped in rice paper and contains huge chunks of tuna and mango. Everything is so fresh and they give you complimentary soup and salad. Although we typically go for the sushi they also have an extensive small plates menu that is also quite good (try the braised pork belly!). It's a small place, so try to make a reservation if you can. They also have an outdoor patio which is nice in the summertime.
(5)Hyemi K.
I probably have been there more than 20times so far, never disappointed once. Their jirashi is so unique,fresh and the portion is really big we usually order one jirash for two people to share. Sashimi comes out with perfect temperature and nice presentation. If you go for lunch it's just $13 which is great deal.( dinner for $19) and you can ask for brown rice for 1dollar extra. Salmon jaw is great starter, hand rolls are all good and my favorite roll is sushi yoshi roll (if you are on diet it has no rice just salmon, mango and veggies wrapped with rice paper ) One time they gave us the wrong order but they quickly gave us the correct one and they let us keep the wrong order which was nice of them coz the wrong one was one of my favorite too lol The servers are mostly Japanese ,and they are very responsive , polite and friendly. Tip: this place always packed so you should call ahead for a reservation.
(5)Huy H.
Sister and I were driving around on a Saturday looking for a new place to try for lunch and we came across this well-rated, kind-of hole-in-the-wall restaurant tucked away behind the busy main street. There was a very, very small parking lot in the back and we were able to snag a spot and made our way to the restaurant. Upon entering, we were asked if we had reservations which took me a little bit by surprise...since when are lunch reservations required for quiet old Vienna??? It was a 45 minutes wait but as we were walking away, the hostess offered us a table outside immediately and since the weather was nice, we took it! I got the chirashi lunch special which was OMGSOMUCHFOOD. You get a selection of sashimi with about 4-5 different types ranging from the usual salmon and tuna to some white fish and minced tuna found in the spicy tuna roll. The squid I got with a bit too much on the slimy side which I could not finish but everything else was fairly fresh. The chirashi was QUITE overwhelming: piled high with micro veges, pickled assortments, Japanese-style egg, tuna and even a bit of unagi. The rice was a bit on the sweet side for me but overall a very, very filling lunch for about $15. My sister got their Bento B which came with rolls instead of tempura. She liked her salmon better than the one she got a Sushi Prince; it did look fresher and less "pre-made" than the ones found at Sushi Prince which is a plus. Service was decent for outside seating and they provided complementary hot green tea which is nice! Our lunches came with salad and miso soup: my salad was drowning in ginger soy dressing but the miso was very delicate and delicious! Wish they had brought it out with my entree as it would have been nice to sip along with the heavy rice lunch. Overall, I don't know if I would go out of my way to eat here again amidst the gamut of sushi places in the area, but if I was close by I would definitely drop in again! Solid 3 if not 3.5 stars out of 5.
(3)Stephanie V.
Amazing! Hands down one of my favorite sushi places ever! Honestly, this place is always filled with people and for good reason so try to make a reservation or you might not be able to get a table. The food is great and the service is wonderful. I have never left Sushi Yoshi unsatisfied. I have taken several friends to this place and they all rave about it as well. They have great lunch deals and their portions are generous. Go try this place, you won't regret it!
(5)Norry H.
I just love their Chirashi! Fish so plenty and fresh, Rice also so plenty, colorful with lots of toppings, and unlike some other sushi places, Sushi Yoshi has brown rice alternative for health conscious customers. It is just that I can't have it too often because it takes about a month to digest. :)
(5)Kyoko A.
Simply put, this is the best sushi place for the quality and value. You will not be able to find Chirashi like sushiyoshi's in anywhere in this area. Whether carry-out or dine in, I can't think of any other good Japanese restaurant but this one. And service is very fast and friendly. I just this place!
(5)Kathleen N.
Food ====== $6.75 Spicy Tuna Salad $5.70 Vienna Roll $12.95 Chirashi Lunch Special First of all, yes the chirashi lunch deal is the bomb. Comes with soup and salad, and then when the actual dish comes out? Leftovers aplenty. Here for lunch? Get it, 'nuff said. The Vienna roll was nothing to write home about, as was the spicy tuna salad with three types of tuna. The salad, however, does get props for having three different types of spicy tuna, crunchy rice crackers for texture variation, and for arrangement. Very pretty, and the tell-tale sign of the French culinary influence. It didn't feel like much of a salad, though, for lack of the greens (which was made up for by quantity of tuna) Decor ======= Asian-esque; use of light colored bamboo or bamboo reminiscent furniture Service ====== Small but busy space, felt like I had about three different servers, so never had to wait long to see one floating by to flag down Extra! ====== - Free hot tea? I think there was a nominal fee of 50 cents listed on the menu but I'm pretty sure there was no charge on the bill, don't remember though, but I found the taste more pleasing than the water and the ladies walk through with a large teapot for refills every once in awhile
(4)Robert G.
This place is way too slow & no japanese staff. Recommend to find better sushi place.
(1)Ching H.
LOVE THE SPICY TUNA SALAD. $7 dollars !! Great Portion, Great Price ! Chiryashi is melt in your mouth worthy ;) can't go wrong and the green tea is on point. The ONLY place to get sushi..seriously I love sushi, and have had so many terrible experiences. This is the only place that you can come back to and always expect the same great food.
(4)Ruth C.
Four star food at five star values-- an experience almost as good as Sushi Taro at a more affordable price point. The small lot in back rarely has room. Lots of street parking in the area, plus the underground garage down the block. Ambiance is on the money (bright, casual but not sloppy), service is reserved but efficient. Waits can get long since it's a pretty small establishment, but Church St makes for a pleasant stroll. This is basically one of the places I put off reviewing for as long as possible because I'm selfish. There was a time when I would pit Sushi Yoshi against any other suburban sushi joint, and while freshness is still there I find the execution varies. More often than not, great knifework is evident across the board and the portioning is generous. I don't mind corner-cutting when it's done well, and any piecemeal nigiri I've encountered has always been molded securely. Chirashi lunch was okay but not my thing-- filling thanks to rice volume, but it doesn't sate my protein craving as much when the fish is diced so small. Tamago was pleasantly creamy... heck, raw quality is commendable enough that there isn't anything to warn you against. Vegetable tempura are pretty standard, well-drained and cooked through. Hot tea is wholesome. The few rolls I've sampled have been decent, but this is definitely the sushi joint to hit as a purist.
(4)Christian V.
Hands down the best Chirashi, Sushi and Sashimi in the area. Blue Ocean is pretty good too but doesn't quite measure up. Place is a bit tight so reservations are a must unless you arrive really early. The Uni is always fresh. Bento Boxes are standard, nothing really special. Haven't tried the rolls much but the Fried Ice Cream is decent. Chirashi portions are unusually large so bring your appetite!
(4)Ritzie C.
I've only been here for lunch a few times and the quality and value are amazing. I've had the chirashi and the sashimi lunches and I was really impressed with the food I received for the price. Looking around at other tables, the chirashi is clearly a popular lunch choice. It comes in two dishes - one with about 5 cups of sushi rice, elaborately decorated with various garnishes, and the second with all of your sliced, fresh fish. The sashimi lunch comes with a dozen or so slices of fish, a little mound of spicy tuna, and a small bowl of steamed rice. The chirashi and sashimi are priced at $13 and $14, respectively, and both come with miso soup and a salad. I also want to mention that the chirashi here has RUINED me for eating chirashi anywhere else. No where else will you get nearly the same quality and quantity presented here. I haven't tried any rolls but since people seem to love them here, I'll make sure to try them next time. Helpful tip: call and make a reservation - (even for lunch) because the restaurant is tiny and it tends to get very crowded. Another tip: They are not open for lunch on Mondays.
(5)Ron H.
I have been putting off going here time and time again because I've never had the time to adequately sit in for a meal in Vienna. I live in Lake Ridge but I work in Vienna, so I'm usually getting my food to go, or have to rush eating in. I've heard so much about this place, I didn't want to rush the experience. In the end, the wait was well worth it. This is quite frankly one of the best sushi restaurants in Northern Virginia. From the quality of food, the presentation, cleanliness and service. Sushi Yoshi is a must for the DC area Japanese cuisine enthusiast. I'm a big sashimi fan, and take it from me, I have ordered sashimi from a multitude of restaurants around northern Virginia. None have come close to the quality of cuts from Sushi Yoshi. Thick slices of amazing fish of all varieties from tuna to salmon - so fresh, cold and scrumptious! They have a wide selection of sake, bento box dinners, katsu, tempura, noodles and soups. The offerings at this restaurant are a real treat if you like Japanese food. The only minus is the size of the establishment which can get a little cramped during peak hours. Cleanliness is on the immaculate scale. Enjoy some Japanese in historic Vienna, Virginia...you won't be disappointed.
(5)Jenny P.
I phoned in to ask if they had nabeyaki udon on the menu. They didn't but was happily willing to make it for me! So nice of them. They also packaged the udon noodles and fried tempura separately from the broth, which rendered to a perfect udon when I returned to my hotel room... Crisp yet light tempura, many layers of flavor in the udon broth and delicious udon noodles. Perfect for a cold Spring night. I returned the following night around 6:30 to try the sushi but found out that most of the empty tables were already reserved until 8:30 pm so reservations seem to be highly recommended here.
(4)Laura B.
Many of my friends have recommended Yoshi, but every time we tried to go, there weren't any tables available. Today we made a reservation for lunch and finally got to eat there. Big disappointment. We ordered very "middle of the road" food -- Bento boxes and sushi rolls -- and none of it was good. The rolls were poorly wrapped, lacked any crunchy element, and didn't taste fresh. The beef teriyaki was dry and stringy, the salmon was dry and old. The tempura was greasy. I don't know what that dumpling thing was, but it tasted nasty. Even the garnish looked fatigued. None of us finished anything, but my daughter felt bad about it and insisted on taking the leftovers in a box; she ended up throwing it away on our walk home. The servers were pleasant and efficient, and presumably not to blame for the bad experience. I guess we hit Yoshi on a bad day, but since there is a nearby restaurant we all love (Sweet Ginger), we won't be going back.
(1)Nancy K.
After being in the NOVA area for a while and frequenting Sushi Yoshi again, I have decided that their chirashi cannot be beat. It is delicious and deserves to up the rating for this business. I still wish that some of their other sushi offerings were just as good as the chirashi but I can't really ask for more since this is probably the best sushi restaurant around.
(4)Rainshadow L.
Horrible and awful service. My friends wanted to check this spot because of buzz. Several times I went there, their service was horrible as usual. Food was ok. Uni was good. Others were bland, but just with different presentation from other Japanese restaurants. Food cannot win over their horrible service.
(3)Robert C.
Service: I called in my order to go on a Friday night. They took it accurately and efficiently. They quoted a 20 min time and I got there in 10. When I arrived they were slammed but quickly attended to me, processed my check, and checked on my order. They apologized it was not yet ready even though I was early. I waited for a little bit and a chef came out at one point and made sure I was being helped. I got my food and I was off. Overall the staff was extremely friendly and attentive...A+. Food: the ebi and tuna nigiri were great. Delicious and fresh tasting. The rolls were pretty good, but my main complaint is that the crunch rolls weren't really crunchy at all. I live very close to the restaurant so I don't think travel was an issue. I'll have to see of things are better in this regard when eating in the restaurant. As mentioned above, this place is very popular at least on Friday nights so I would definitely recommend a reservation. It seems like a really fun and lively place to have dinner.
(4)Theresa T.
Small Japanese restaurant tucked in the neighborhood. It seems to be a popular place as there were couple of tables reserved when we got there around 6:30 on a Saturday. We were initially told there won't be table available until 8 but they were able to accommodate us at one of the tables outdoor. We ordered a variety of nigiris and couple of rolls. Fish was passably fresh. Food was nothing spectacular but overall passable. Friendly staff, great prices, decent food - a solid 3 star neighborhood joint.
(3)Brian S.
As I write this review I can't help but want to give it four stars..Unfortunately the roll which is named after the place was just no good. It'd get a 3.75 if i could. I ordered the -Sushi Yoshi roll - wrapped in rice paper I found it to be a little soft and hard to pick up. I only ate two pieces and that was enough for me to decide that I didn't like it. It was too sweet and the texture was a huge disappointment. -mexican roll - Could have used a little more heat in it...It wasn't too spicy at all. The Jalepeno sauce didn't have much of a kick to it. -Mark roll - It was good, but a little too big for my liking. It was too big to eat in one bite which is how I think sushi should be. The hijiki sauce was sweet and tasted good, One complaint is the appearance of it...It was thick and black and overall just not appealing...it tasted grate but looked terrible. -tim tim roll- Had a nice spice to it. Overall this was probably my favorite roll. It had good texture from the crunchy shrimp and it had a nice kick to it. -half order of crunchy spicy tuna with avocado - Overall it was good, but the tuna wasn't nearly spicy enough for my liking. I honestly couldn't even tell it was "spicy". I really liked that you could order half of a roll for a lot of the items. It allows you to try a bunch of different rolls without getting too much. the service was friendly, we went and there we no tables available so without reservations we sat at the sushi bar.
(3)Jacob F.
I know everyone is saying it, but the chirashi is wonderful! If you're there at dinner time, get the Spicy Tekka Don. You get five enormous "scoops" of two different kinds of spicy tuna and the chirashi rice you can see in all the different photos here. Absolutely wonderful and difficult to eat the entire thing.
(5)Robert S.
Not for the traditional sushi enthusiasts. More for the novels and non-discriminating tastes.
(2)Chad K.
Sushi Yoshi is one of my favorite Japanese restaurants, especially for lunch. I got turned around twice before I found out that I should make a reservation even for lunch, however when I had their Chirashi, I understood why the place was so busy. One of the best Chirashi in the area!
(5)Jamil S.
Sushi Yoshi developed a reputation in our Vienna as a good, cosy place to have a good and a nice meal. Lunch prices are good, appetizers are good although I had to return back a grilled eel that did not taste like an eel- soft and moist. Yoshi is good but not hospitable, no refills on soft drinks. I was not the only one shocked but also a table next to mine with six Japanese Americans medical providers when they asked to get a second on their sodas. Yoshi needs to be generous and allow refills.
(3)Doug S.
Great sushi place - fresh fish and affordable. I've been here several times and each time has been great. Tried the sashimi, sushi, and rolls. Everything was very good. Best bang for the buck is probably the Chirashi.
(5)Joanna T.
I am definitely a fan of this place and similar to other reviews, their chirashi is a great value. You get 16-20 quality pieces of different types of fish paired with a plate full (and I mean a lot) of sushi rice topped with a fun mix of seaweed salad, shredded sweet multi-layered egg, pickled veggies etc. I also highly recommend their spicy tuna salad. Sometimes I even have that along with a side of miso soup w/ salad and it is a great meal. Important Note: Make sure you make a reservation in advance. You could try to call the day of, but I recommend the day before. If you walk-in, they might squeeze you in but I do mean literally squeeze you into a small window of say, 30 minutes, to QUICKLY dine in and dine out. That is my one pet peeve about how they manage their reservation system.
(4)Sallie L.
Had regular Chirashi, Uni, Amaebi, Vegas roll, Softshell crab roll & Spicy Tuna. All very good and fresh. The Chirashi had great choices although a bit different than the traditional Chirashi and Uni and Amaebi was pretty small but the quality was top notch. Will be back here again!
(5)R M.
Best sushi place in the area! Try the spicy tuna salad or the chirashi dishes. Fresh fish, great taste, and great prices. The restaurant is small, so call ahead.
(5)Naz B.
All I remember about Sushi Yoshi is a general feeling of contentment and a belly full of delicious maki..... If I must try and remember, I recall we tried the Mexican, Dragon, Bagel, Spicy Salmon, Spicy Crunchy Tuna and veggie rolls. They were all amazing. I would especially recommend the Mexican roll. There was one more roll that had salmon in it and was baked. My friends loved this roll (it came about 20m after all the other sushi since it had to be oven baked) but the salmon was too cooked for me. The squid karaage was nothing short of spectacular. Only squid legs were used in this which may turn some people off but I loved the texture. My least favourite part of the meal was the tea. Their free tea has a very strong barley flavour which threw me off. I asked for some oolong tea (and was okay paying for it). It came in a teapot and thinking there was a tea bag in there, I let it steep for about 10m. It tasted alarmingly similar to water and I didn't try it after the first couple of sips. I do hope they find a better oolong tea by my next visit. Our servers were friendly and fielded all our questions. I do highly recommend reservations as it was packed on a Sat night. In fact, we somehow got really lucky at scoring a table on short notice without a reservation (we observed people waiting for a table during the meal). I cannot wait to go back and relive that feeling of sushi contentment!
(4)Alex A.
Best chirashi ever!!! They're strict on the early bird/happy hour prices though -- even though my party was waiting to be seated for a while, and was seated before happy hour was over, they refused to give us a happy hour menu because happy hour was about to end. If it weren't for that, I'd give them 5 stars.
(4)Jessica L.
I can't believe I haven't written a review for Sushi Yoshi 'til now! It is, hands down, one of the best sushi establishments I've ever been to in NoVA. Make sure to make reservations if you want to (okay, you actually have to) check this place out. This place fills up quickly! I am a huge fan of chirashi, and their chirashi deluxe was absolutely to die for. There were VERY generous servings of fresh yellowtail, salmon, white tuna, salmon roe, and tuna that were served alongside a delicious mound of rice and assorted vegetables. I really loved the lotus root that was served with the rice as well, it was a very tasty touch. Keep in mind that if you order this dish on your own you will probably end up taking some home! Even though I was starving when I got there for dinner, I feel like I didn't even put a dent in the dish. It also came with a miso soup and salad with ginger dressing, so even more to try to stuff in your stomach! My mouth is watering just reminiscing about this experience, I can't wait to go back!
(5)Michele L.
This is one of my favorite places for Japanese food. The chirashi is impressive - you get a huge plate packed with rice, veggies, egg, shrimp, and other pickled goodies. If that wasn't enough, they bring you a second plate filled with a variety of sashimi. The Tekka Don is also very good - very similar but with tuna sashimi only. I tend to shy away from their bento boxes. The main items (teriyaki meat and tempura) are decent but I did not care for the side dishes. I am still not certain what some of these side items were, but I just remember eating something fried and cold - not a combo I care for. Good salad, miso soup, and tea. Stick with the sushi and sashimi! Don't forget to make a reservation!
(4)Hunter Z.
Personal favorite. One of the only two restaurants I go for Japanese food. The other one is Niwano Hana. Sushi Yoshi is most famous for their sushi and sashimi. It's fish tastes the most fresh compare to all Japanese restaurants I tried. Rolls are good but not perfect. One tip - always check and make reservations. The restaurant is popular but the place is small.
(5)Hoon C.
I got my chance to taste their food again in a long time. I'm not sure that the management has changed but the food doesn't seem as good as it used to be. They were still very busy on a Saturday afternoon with all the tables taken and a few people waiting outside. Most of the sushi chefs are no longer Japanese nor Asian... only one was from what we were able to see. The food just seemed average or a little better than average. We had an assortment of sushi, specialty rolls, standard rolls, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, and udon. Nothing really stood out. It wasn't nor was it great. So I'd give it a 3 1/2 stars.
(3)S H.
I've heard really good things about this place so I was excited to try it out. The food was great. I ordered sashimi and three rolls. The Tim Tim roll and Costa Rica roll was awesome. The atmosphere is quiet, small and cozy. Good place for a date night. It's just the service here that really brought my rating down to a 3. It seemed really busy so I did not mind waiting 10 minutes to be approached by a waitress and with water. She seemed overwhelmingly busy but at this point, again, I did not mind because I, too, am a waitress in Arlington and I know what it feels like on a busy night. But overall, the food and atmosphere is fantastic. Feels very authentic. Oh, by the way, never order the Garden roll. It's HUGE and just not appetizing at all.
(3)Chiyon Y.
I heard great review on this place, so I was quite disappointed with my experience. The only really good item was the scallop and pork belly appetizer. The scallops were cooked to perfection and the pork belly melted in your mouth. The Tempura Soba/Udon which was good. I mean a Japanese restaurant that has bad udon would go out of business in no time! I tried three rolls: Vienna Roll, Mark Roll, and. Sushi Yoshi Roll. I have never seen rolls so badly rolled up. That made them messy as they weren't rolled tightly and all the ingredients would fall out. Out of the three, the Vienna was the most decent one. The buckwheat noodle isn't bad. Mark had a lot of mayonnaise and that black rice sprinkle was awfully hard and hurt my teeth. Just made me not want to deal with it. Finally the Sushi Yoshi... intrigued by the rice paper and it's named after the restaurant, so it has to be good? I found out I'm definitely not a fan of mango sauce with my sushi rolls. The sweetness was overpowering and masked the flavors of the roll itself.
(2)Dominique F.
Pretty good affordable sushi. Especially enjoyed some of the special rolls including the mexican and the scallop one. Would definitely be back. Surprised some people said you need a reservation. I came here on a Thursday for dinner and was seated right away.
(4)Jackie L.
Fantastic! We will be coming back! Sushi is so fresh and a healthy portion with the best pricing for what you are getting. We are happily stuffed walking away every time! It is best to call for a reservation, even for lunch. The place packs up quickly. They open at 11:30 for lunch and it is quickly filled up by noon. The "first" seating won't be done until an hour later, so plan accordingly.
(5)Ian F.
Come here for the lunch special (which they also have on weekends). Get the chirashi lunch special. 15 pieces of fish and a bed of rice which includes a piece of shrimp, eel, and 2 pieces of tomago (egg) along with some other meat for $12.95. Great deal for lunch.
(5)Christopher S.
Wed 10/16/13 5:00PM Came here for sushi happy hour. 2 sea urchin, 2 surf clam, 2 scallop, 2 salmon, 2 salmon belly, 2 white tuna, 2 yellow tail, 1 spicy scallop & avocado roll, and a 22oz bottle of Kirin Ichiban. The pieces were skimp, and we felt a bit rushed throughout the entire meal. The quality of fish was okay.
(2)Jenny S.
One of my favorite sushi places around. This place is definitely is very authentic, from the décor to the menu and to the very food they are serving up. The food is always fresh and outstanding. Sushi Yoshi is a tiny sushi restaurant, remember to make a reservation or you will end up having to wait forever for the next table. I love being able to sit outside on their patio when the weather permits, nothing makes my day any better than delicious sushi on a gorgeous day. Service is friendly and prompt. If you're looking for a great and authentic and sushi in a cute area, definitely check out Sushi Yoshi.
(4)Xtine C.
We had the couple special and the quality of the fish is amazing! We only ordered nigiri and sashimi. Definitely for sushi purist and make sure you make reservations. Place is very busy and so tiny!
(4)Lisa N.
Watch out Tachibana and Yama, there's a new favorite Sushi place in town! As my craving for raw fish came on, my boyfriend and I decided to try this place out. The evening did not start out as smooth as I had hoped because we couldn't find the restaurant! After parking and walking around, we finally saw it... hiding behind trees at the corner of a building was Sushi Yoshi. Crowded as can be inside and outside on a Tuesday night, we waited in the doorway next to 3 other parties, yet no hostess was to be seen! After looking around to be helped, we were finally seated at the bar. Although we weren't too happy at first, our friendly waitress and the amazing food definitely made up for it. As yelp recommended, we tried the chirashi. YOUNG'S CHIRASHI DELUXE ($28): Although it may seem pricey, this order is worth it! We wished we only shared this because it came with a mountain of rice, fresh vegetables, lotus roots, eel, shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, etc... The sashimi comes on the side and WOW, was there a lot of it. Fresh and generous portions of salmon, tuna, yellowtail, white tuna, sea urchin, salmon roe, clam, toro... the list goes on! I will come back again and again for this dish!! We also ordered some hand rolls which were nothing too out of the ordinary, but definitely worth the price (~$5/each). Overall, Sushi Yoshi has the best overall value for any Japanese restaurant I've seen in this area. Not only is the fish fresh, but its also relatively inexpensive. I would suggest making reservations so you don't end up having to wait for a table!
(5)Hain L.
Tuesday night, I was on my way back from Dulles with the biggest sushi cravings during rush hour. Then of course, Yelp came to the rescue and help me get my fill of delicious sushi and wait out the horrible 495 traffic. Sushi Yoshi is in a cute little brick building with a darling garden and outdoor seating in a cute neighborhood. There were a plenty of street parking when I was there. We caught the last 10 minutes of happy hour so we ordered from the HH menu even without looking at the regular menu, although, now I wish I had ordered their famous chirashi. The shrimp tempura was light, crisp, piping hot and delicious. The basic rolls like spicy tuna, salmon and avocado, etc were all delicious but what really caught me by surprise was the eel. I usually don't like eating eel in the US because they are usually overcooked, super fishy, and drenched in sickeningly sweet eel sauce (I miss how koreans do fresh grilled eel!). But the eel at Sushi Yoshi was soft, delicate and delicious. Yum! I also got a piece of salmon belly sashimi which was very good. Vienna is a far hike for me so I probably won't brave the traffic just for sushi but I'd definitely go back here the next time I'm in NoVa.
(4)Fadi S.
Busy place . Make sure to make a reservation . Average service . Good Sushi .
(3)Gigi M.
I am downgrading the rating for this place because they stopped appreciating their customers. In the past month I probably ordered sushi from them at least half a dozen times. Last time I went to pick up the food, my bill and food was just placed in front of me and the hostess walked away. There are times when you try to place a call and the line is just busy, and just now I tried to place an order and was placed on "hold" while I could hear them speak for at least 5 minutes. While eating inside the establishment, we were also rushed twice, although we had reservations. Seeing your regular customers order for carry out or dinning in should make one appreciate their business, not take it for granted.
(3)Tanya C.
Came here when we are in VA to visit some friends. The restaurant is really cute but a bit small. It was definitely full when we went in at 1:30pm. We made reservations so we didn't have to wait. I had some eel, spicy tuna crunch rolls, white tuna crunch, scallop rolls etc. The sushi was really good and the service was pretty quick. Overall it was a great meal!
(4)Taryn L.
We've been back *countless* times since our inaugural visit, this despite the fact that it requires at least a 30-minute drive both ways out of DC and through Tyson's Corner, which I typically avoid at all costs. Two visits ago we brought two friends who are chefs at a fine dining establishment in NOLA and they could only sing Yoshi's praises. This last time we tried the Yellow Roll, perfect for those in the mood for something refreshing and fruity, not to mention the sumptuous salmon piled on top, but for us, this roll was bested by the Caterpillar Roll, stuffed with some of the best eel and avocado I've had the pleasure of devouring. Spicy Lotus Root Salad kicked it off for us; crisp and creamy, if it's possible to be both, with the thinly sliced root coated in sesame oil. What everyone says about the chirashi is also true - must opt for it at least once. And this time I discovered that they allow for some sake tastings! So while my hubs enjoys sharing splitting a bottle of hot sake rather than cold, I was still able opt for one cup of the smooth, cool rice wine on the side. In general, though, the bottom line is that this place offers the freshest fish in the area (and I'd give it a wide berth), so it's tough to go wrong. I was sorry to read a recent review where someone experienced "low quality" fish. This is surely a rare experience here, indeed. PS? The prices rock. We indulged without a second thought of price between the two of us in several pieces of sashimi each, appetizer salad, the house miso and soup, a large bottle of sake, a couple sake tastings and four rolls (two specialty) for $57. For seriously good fish. Deal. PPS Stop by Plush for dessert if you don't opt for it here.
(5)Eric C.
Thanks Yelp!! Because of the 88 highlights for Chirashi, I ordered the Chirashi. and boy did it not disappoint!! Generous portions of fish and wow that rice with all kinds of fixings on it... oh was it delicious! I went for lunch so it was like 13 bucks which was definitely worth the money! Its on a cute little street in Vienna, parking is a bit tough but well worth it! Not a large restaurant though so you may want to call for reservations!
(4)Tomomi C.
I'm a Japanese person who lives in USA. I usually don't expect good Japanese Restaurant around here, but this place is amazingly good! I've tried so many Japanese Restaurants, but none of them are good as here. If anyone want to try good and real Japanese food, please go to this Sushi Yoshi. When I eat here, I feel like I'm in Japan eating at a neighborhood Restaurant:D It makes me so happy here. Lunch time is a very reasonable price and will make you happy to eat fresh Japanese Food. After all, it's very hard to find a Japanese Restaurant owned by a Japanese owner:D
(5)Christina P.
The place was kinda hidden since the sign was blocked by trees, but I finally found it and am so glad I did! The sushi was delicious and well-priced. The servers were very nice and quick to help. Just in case there are others who have bad luck finding new places like me, it's located by the Alegria restaurant.
(5)Noah K.
I've sat and dined here once several months ago; ordered for take out once just recently. I would have to say that the food experience dining wise was much better than the food experience take out wise. Dining wise, my father and I decided to try the place out considering we live a mere 5 minutes from it. The parking is a little bit on the tightside, considering the location of the restaurant is packed in near the local clock shop and Bizens - which means that parking is extremely limited in that area specifically. You could park in the street or near the caboose alternatively. Our waitress was pleasant and clearly understood what we wanted despite a slight communication barrier. I ordered a bowl of udon noodles while my dad got himself, something I cannot recall. I ordered some salmon, tuna, and inari on the side. The udon was fine, but the sushi was a bit off. It tasted as if it had been sitting out for a little too long. Fish has that natural smell, but the salmon and tuna I had had a stronger, potent smell to them. Not rotten, but somewhat overwhelming to the nose. The inari seemed fine. We opted out of any drinks but water. Only a few weeks ago, my sister has become a real experimenter with sushi. She has just gotten into it and cannot stop trying different variations. We ordered some spicy salmon rolls, plain salmon and smoked, inari, and a California roll. My sister claims her rolls were delicious, and maybe so. However, my salmon was dry and disheveled. It tasted fine, but the outer fleshy layer of the fish was dry. The smoked salmon was slightly dry as well. And the inari seemed incredibly moist. I'm used to having inari with the slightly moist covering over the rice, giving it a rich and sweet flavor. My inari nearly squished itself as I attempted to pick it up. I'm willing to give this place one more chance at a later date, but I'm ok not attending for a while.
(3)Wesley L.
My family and I used to go to the very similarly sounding Sushi Oishii in Gaithersburg when my parents lived in Potomac, but they live in McLean now and were referred to Sushi Yoshi by several friends who know what legit Japanese cuisine is like. First off, it's actually owned by Japanese people, which is not as common as you'd think. Markups on Japanese food are very attractive and many non-Japanese Asians like to open Japanese restaurants. That said, it was fantastic. The agedashi tofu was splendid, as were the vegetable spring rolls (ordered for my caucasian fiance but thoroughly enjoyed by all), the pork cheeks and the grilled fish (can't remember which we ordered. But it was great.) I had the spicy tekka don which came with a spectacular presentation and tons of yummy extras on the rice like seaweed, tamago, pickled daikon, ginger, etc. It was beautiful and so delicious. Sister tried the bento box which was huge and came with the great variety you'd expect. Mom did the vegetable chirashi which was excellent. And my dad ordered the sushi deluxe which wowed and almost was too much food for my dad, who is not easily wowed, nor whose appetite is easily satisfied. Fiance had the chicken katsu which was juicy, crispy and amazing. All in all, great experience and I'm sure my family will be going back quite often. And I agree with all the other reviewers who recommended reservations. We got there right at 5 and by 5:30, most of the tables were taken up or reserved.
(5)Jess Y.
I've come here twice: once for happy hour and once for dinner. The happy hour specials are great for cheap, high-quality sushi, but the opportunity cost is that the selection is slim and you can only order the "regular" stuff. The salmon belly is particularly delicious. For dinner, we ordered a few rolls and shared the Chirashi which is an amazing deal (even more amazing at lunch time). A Chirashi is basically the chef's selection of raw fish over a bed of rice. I've ordered a chirashi at other restaurants before, but nothing compares to this chirashi because what comes out when you order a chirashi at sushi yoshi is like an edible sushi rainforest. It is a beautifully-arranged and colorful melange of lettuce, tempura, lotus root, tamago, radishes, and a bunch of other delicious vegetables over a bed of scrumptious rice. The generous selection and variety of sashimi is served on the side to be eaten with your gigantic rainforest masterpiece. It makes eating it an adventure because seriously, you keep digging in it and you uncover new surprises to eat your raw fish with. Service is prompt and you are given a small ginger soy salad and miso soup with your meal. The restaurant is tiny though and waits are common on the weekends. I would call ahead for reservations if you don't want to be standing around awkwardly peering down other people while they are eating their food.
(5)Xinyi T.
my favorite japanese restaurant in the area hands down! the Chirashi they give u is huge! they give you a pretty big variety of raw fish. It's my fiancee's favorite. I love their sushi here. especially during Happy Hour. I don't really have a favorite, i like them all! the sushi lunch is good. it's pretty big too. if you feel like eating noodle, i really like the chicken curry udon. the udon is chewy and with the curry, it's amazing! i recommend making reservation for this place no matter when you are going. the place is small and it gets really packed! the staffs are friendly. the place is nice, clean and cute. I love this place and I definitely recommend it.
(5)tina b.
Awesome sushi. Very fresh fish. Ordered a Couple of rolls along with the chirachi. Delicious!!! Definitely recommend.
(5)Michelle S.
I've came here before many times and was very pleased with their food and service everyone. However, my most recent visit was beyond frustrating. I walk in with a friend a little before noon. The place looked packed but I saw at least four tables empty and the patio was completely empty. The hostess asked if we had a reservation and when I told her no, she said they can't seat is because we didn't have a reservation. You're telling me I need a damn reservation for lunch time when clearly there are tables available?? I'm sorry, no that ain't cool.
(2)Jessica M.
I have been to this place several times with my friends. Although reservation is a must and parking space is limited, they serve the best Chirashi in Northern Virginia. I tried all of their Lunch Bento, but they were just mediocre. If you are going to this place for the first time, I recommend Chirashi or other Sashimi dishes. The staff were always friendly when I was there.
(5)Leslie J.
A couple friends of ours recommended this place to us, and we ended up quite pleased during our visit. Came by on a Friday night where it was a total full house. Luckily, we were able to snag the last two seats by the bar. We ordered the Sashimi Deluxe as a precursor to their special rolls. (I know, "faaat" but that's just how we roll). It.Was.Amazing. Chef Yoshi and his crew offered up some beastly thick slices of grade A fish. Wow. You have to try it. I think we ended up enjoying the sashimi more than the special rolls we ordered (although those were delicious as well). Note: Before we decided on ordering the sashimi, we asked if they had Toro (a favorite) in house, and they did, so they were able to accommodate and include that into the Sashimi Deluxe. Hooray! Special Rolls: Spicy Scallop & Avocado - Very fresh and had a nice kick to it. Spicy Crunchy Tuna & Avocado - No complaints, tasted just like it should with a little crunch to every bite. Tim Tim Roll - spicy baby shrimp and crunchy tempura wrapped in white tuna and avocado served with spicy sauce. (This was the favorite out of the bunch). Sushi Yoshi Roll - spicy tuna, avocado, crab meat and lettuce wrapped in rice paper sprinkled with roe and served with mango sauce (Unfortunately, it didn't taste as good as it sounded on the menu -- the mango sauce was absorbed by the rice paper, which made it totally damp and less appetizing to eat. This caused all the meat and lettuce to fall out of the roll). I hate to say it, but I think Sushi Yoshi may just have made its way to the top of my sushi list (in Vienna) over Sushi Yama. I love and will always enjoy Yama, but Yoshi may have just claimed the trophy for its more humble, subdued location, freshness, and overall appeal. This is definitely an awesome alternative to Yama if you want to change things up.
(4)SD H.
The food here never disappoints, just be sure if you're stopping by on a Friday or Saturday night to make a reservation. Seating is limited, which makes for a cozy dining room, but they've been known to turn away walk-ins. This place is popular for good reason... quality sushi for exceptional prices. Try the pork belly and scallop appetizer! From the specialty sushi rolls - try the "Mark Roll" (lobster) is another favorite - the texture of the crispy and soft rice is outstanding. Spicy scallop roll is also great.
(4)Anna A.
Went here for lunch. Food is great. You MUST call and reserve ahead of time. The place is tiny!
(5)Y C.
The best Chirashi I have had on the east coast. Huge portions of fresh sashimi (separately served from the rice plate). Lots of ingredients on the rice plate and very tasty. At a price of $12.95, it is great value!
(5)Margy T.
Came in when the place was completely full (kind of a small place) but didn't have to wait very long at all. The service was very nice and prompt. But the sushi... Oh my god. Hands down the best sushi I've had, ever. Granted I'm a bit of a new beginner when it comes to sushi, but the freshness and combinations were delicious. Absolutely will be back! (Lasagna rolls were amazing!)
(5)Patricia M.
Soy Challot dressing is fabulous!! O.k. that out of the way, this is one of my all time fav sushi places. The fish is definitely fresh. The eel is wonderful as well! Haven't had a bad experience yet, and I go there about once every ten days. (I work above and diagonal from the place)The prices are great, and some of the rolls are even named after some local Vienna landmarks. The service is even better. Always friendly, and I love it as you are leaving, the sushi chef's yell out thank you and good bye!!
(4)Angela C.
For those vegetable croquettes, yes and yay! I'm a fan. Those fried suckers were delicious. I didn't try the sushi (can't because I'm pregnant) so can't speak to that unfortunately, but did try the eel over rice and was a bit disappointed. I wish they could debone the eel so it wouldn't be as difficult to eat. I actually couldn't finish the dish because I was tired of spitting out little bones and I'm sure my friend didn't enjoy that visual either. Maybe it was me and I just didn't how to debone it? In any case, it was also a bit pricey for the amount of eel (about 5 pieces) on a ginormous bed of rice, but it had good flavor. Will come back again for those croquettes and want to try the sushi since it seems like that's the rave here.
(4)A K.
Vienna's best sushi. Great sushi, excellent chirashi. Lots of Japanese eat here, which suggests where us non-Japanese should go. Space a bit cramped and service can be a bit slow/inconsistent but definitely recommended.
(4)Olivia P.
i've been to lots of famous sushi places in nova, but yet this is the best one so far. this place is really really tiny so you have to wait inorder to get a table, but i think it worth waiting. otherwise just make a reservation in advance to avoid the waiting time. i usually start with sashimi crepe, chirashi for the main, and green tea tempura ice cream to finish up. they're the best combo ever. the best sushi in town love it
(5)S H.
Maybe Saturday was an "off day". First visit, based purely on Yelp. Got there at 11:40, ten minutes after they opened for lunch. The small restaurant was already pretty crowded (good sign, right?). Ordered, got salads/soups in 5 minutes or so. Got sushi 45 minutes later. The 2 other tables who ordered ahead of us also got their meals in around the same timeframe, both taking the extra step of complaining to the waitress, once they could flag one of them down. I am not one to rush sushi, but we are talking 35 pieces, all pretty basic. VERY bland, boring, nothing special. CERTAINLY not worth the wait and trouble.
(2)Abe L.
The fish is very tasty most of the time. Unfortunately my recent dining experience may prevent me from making the trek down here from Baltimore ever again. The fish was all very fresh - so that was great. But the experience was ruined by mushy sushi rice with an obscenely unbalanced rice:fish ratio, which really destroyed the meal. Also - I had ordered "fresh" wasabi (from the root) for which there is an additional charge. When the sushi all came out, I looked and saw the wasabi was instant (tube or powdered) and I asked about the fresh wasabi I had ordered - the waitress INSISTED it was fresh. I asked her to please bring me a new one - and out came the proper wasabi. WTH? No apology. Then - upon starting the meal - I reviewed everything we ordered in my head - and I remembered I had ordered the Live Scallop dish ($9.99) but instead I received 1 single nigiri (priced ~$2.50). When I questioned her - she said the order was correct. When I insisted on seeing my order sheet - she brought it over and then said - "Oh we gave you the wrong order" - She did not apologize, nor did she agree to bring out the proper order. I had to ask her to correct the bill. Anyhow - it's too bad - this place was really good for awhile. Also - the pork belly was totally dried out. And the miso soup tasted like water. Such a disappointment. This was probably my 7th or 8th time here - and alas - I think my last.
(2)Sandy C.
Admittedly, I'm not a sushi connoisseur, so this review can be taken with a grain of salt. I won't go back to Sushi Yoshi. I had a sushi plate (5 types, maybe) which was just marginal. My wife got shrimp teriyaki which was not good at all. There were many shrimp, but they were as rubbery as erasers. We split a fish cake appetizer special which was just OK and had 2 beers total. The bill was $65!!! I was really surprised. I've had much better sushi (for me) and non-sushi Japanese dishes for much less money right down the street. I know that it's a busy place and many of the customers are Japanese, so I'm sure it's not a bad restaurant, it's just not my cup of tea. I think the lesson is, if you like sushi and it's worth the money to you, then go to this restaurant. If you're just wishy-washy about sushi or you're planning on having a cooked dish, perhaps there are other places that will suit you better.
(2)James N.
i came here for lunch on the weekend. it was packed so i thought it was going to be a great experience. the sushi was good. but i wouldnt say it was memorable. i like the setup of the place. was a good atmosphere but the service was pretty bad. me and my gf sat at the sushi bar as all the seats were taken. we were placed in the corner of the sushi bar. basically the worst and hardest to access seats of the entire place. maybe that is why the waiter couldnt really access us that easily and i felt i got poor service. i know the place was busy but it took us a REALLY long time to receive our food. and it was worse because we sat at the sushi bar so watching the sushi chefs make the food just made us hungrier. but that is not the reason why i gave this place 3 stars lol. we were waiting for our food for about 20+ mins. and in hungry time thats like over an hour. this food was decent so i might try it out again when its not as busy and see how my experience is.
(3)Silvia C.
Impossibly hard to find! It took my friends and I about four times driving back and forth on Church Street back to Maple Avenue before realizing it was RIGHT there. The small sign hanging vertically on the side of the two story building was covered by trees... Aside from that, there's about five parking spots in the lot and then street parking. The parking on the street wasn't too bad considering we went on a Thursday night. Myself and three other of my friends went inside and we noticed not only was the restaurant tiny it was packed! There wasn't enough space between tables and even the waiters had a hide time navigating throughout tables. Luckily, we were seated within five minutes of arriving by a nice girl. She quickly handed out menus and left. Five minutes passed, no water or waiter, ten minutes passed, no water or menu... Finally, about 25 minutes past and finally, some WATER! We were so thirsty! By then we d had already decided on our selection of sushi and about 40 minutes later it finally arrived. I understand the place is small, crowded, and there were only 3 sushi chefs but wow 40 minutes for sushi is a bit of wait. The sushi rolls came in a sushi boat and we were thoroughly pleased with the taste and the presentation. We ordered the salmon/avocado roll, salmon/avocado/cream cheese roll, salmon skin roll, shrimp tempura roll, tuna roll, and a dragon roll. The total came out to be $54 and some change, pretty average price for sushi. Overall, the service was mediocre, probably because it was busy and the waiter just seemed to have too much going on but getting seated quickly was a plus. The sushi was decent, although the wait was too long. I probably would not come came back here because the service is suck-y! There are so many other sushi places in the area that provide better service with the same tasting sushi.
(2)JP i.
If I could give '0' stars, I would. Attempted to have sushi there for the first time, and was turned away because I didn't have a reservation. Seriously? On a Saturday? FOR LUNCH? In Vienna, for sushi? Taking reservations for seats at the bar is totally uncool Sushi Yoshi. You won't get a second chance from me.
(1)Mimi P.
UPDATE 10/23/2012 I've been back a at least a handful of times since this review and have been very uphappy with subpar service and being over charged for our lunch specials. Not only service has been bad, but also the quality of the sushi. The freshness of the sushi is a hit or miss. Therefore, I have decided to take away a star =( They still get 3 since I love their chirashi so much! ************************************ I can't believe it took me this long to find a MMmmmmm-delicious sushi place in NoVa. I only expect them to be FRESH and boy was it here. I've only encountered places that had either fresh sushi or good rolls, but never both. We we were seated immediately for a busy Saturday lunch. This place doesn't seat any more than 35 probably and boy were we lucky to arrive before the seats were filled because it stayed super busy the entire time I was there. I opted to sit at the bar because I love watching my sushi being prepared. My BF and I ordered three rolls: the salmon mango, tuna avocado roll, & cali roll. We also had the sashimi lunch special, and chirashi. All in all, the fresh sushi was perfect. I had some left overs and they were even more tasty as my late afternoon snack. The gals/waitresses there were very friendly and attentive. I've become a fan and will be definitely coming back here.
(3)Karen Y.
We went here on a Friday night after hearing a friend rave about this place and getting a cheap gift certificate. The restaurant isn't very big, and the host was turning away people (or telling them to come later). So I highly suggest making a reservation prior to your visit. We decided to order a variety of sushi a la carte- rainbow roll, spicy crunchy tuna, and a couple others. The fish was fresh, but the rice seemed a little dry, not sticky enough, or something. It tended to fall into pieces whenever we picked up the sushi. Anyways, we also liked the ginger dressing for the salad. We ordered a few pieces of sashimi and another roll since we were still hungry. The fatty tuna was really good, squid & octopus were so-so for me. But...do NOT get the Salmon Skin, Scallion & Kaiware roll. It was so incredibly fishy that I couldn't really eat it. I'm not sure if it's usually like that since we ordered it for the first time to try it out. Overall, the sushi was okay - it didn't have a kind of "tastiness" to it where I'd be craving for more. Prices were average I suppose. I still have another gift certificate so I'll have to try some other stuff next time.
(3)diana l.
We came here mostly for the okonomiyaki which turned out to be a huge disappointment. The texture was completely off and there wasn't much cabbage in it. The regular sushi was just okay. But what really ticked me off was the toro. It was inedible. Sinewy, fishy, smelly, absolutely disgusting, definitely not fresh. I've never had such bad toro in my life. For a restaurant to serve that and charge a premium no less is despicable. For that they deserve negative stars! If you want sushi I recommend going to Tachibana instead.
(1)chau n.
awesome selection, very fresh and tasty fish, OK service. most likely my favorite of the vienna sushi joints, but it's very small so either come early, get a reservation, or be ready for a wait. also, it is slightly expensive.
(4)Julie C.
It was SO yummy! I had a great lunch here on a Saturday. Four of us arrived just 5 minutes after they opened and when we walked in all the tables were already reserved and we had to sit at the bar. It was still worth it for the excellent Sushi. We watch the three sushi chefs as they prepared our food and that of the other tables. I would definitely recommend this place for its food. Just be careful with calling in for reservation. It's a small restaurant so there isn't too much room to begin with.
(4)Peter K.
One of my favs! Price is good. Service is very good. Food is very good. Call ahead, can get very busy.
(4)Gurkie C.
Sometimes I wish Yelp allowed me to do half stars... I think I want to give them 4.5 As a vegetarian I was very pleasantly surprised there is a wider variety of vegetarian sushi rolls than I usually find on the a la carte menu. The first time I went there I ordered from this menu and enjoyed what I had, I tried some of the odd-er rolls just to try something different I didnt love them all but I did like the variety. The next time I tried the Vegetarian Chirashi and while I have no idea what parts of it were it was an adventure. Lots of pickled vegetables and ginger, some things were readily identifiable but a lot of it was just something new in each bite, overall it was yummy and exciting. I tried it again last time I was there and was pleased (?) to discover that it isn't the same each time you order it. The second time I had it there was mango in it as well, and I think it had some different pickled veggies... I say pleased (?) because it keeps up the adventure aspect but I really enjoyed the initial combination and might be disappointed by a future dish... Of the three times I went there I had reservations twice - and really I think the only time space was an issue was the time when I hadnt planned ahead. Although sitting at the sushi bar was interesting because you got to see some of the interesting rolls they were making people... There is a true artistry to the creation of those rolls! Also they have a veggie roll combo with something like 60 pieces which I eventually want to try :-) gotta round up my vegetarian sushi loving friends to order it though...
(5)Melanie W.
I have to agree with many of the reviews here. The food was solid, fish was fresh. Lots of options. Fantastic. However, the service needs improvement. And the comments about the kids are correct!! I don't think some of their staff likes kids. I grabbed an early dinner and of course there are kids around 5 and 6pm. A couple showed up with a child who needed a high chair. Since the restaurant is small, I over heard the host/waiter who sat them and he was not friendly. He even asked if they would be able to be out by 6:30pm. When do you go to dinner and have the host/waiter ask when you'll be leaving?? 2 stars for service improvement. Food was better than two stars.
(2)Paige B.
Braised pork belly. In Vienna. Haven't I said enough already? I'll admit, I loved the sushi at the now-defunct Kansai on Maple, and when they closed I thought my sushi days within the confines of Vienna were over. I had driven past Sushi Yoshi several times, and it looked cute from the outside, so I was mildly intrigued. What took me from intrigued to in the door? On a search for "gravy fries" (or disco fries, if you're Jersey - don't judge me, they're a little slice of heaven for the Snooki in all of us) in the DC/Metro area I stumbled upon review for Sushi Yoshi. The reviewer mentioned that the best pork belly to be had in the DC area was hiding on the appetizer menu at Sushi Yoshi. Um...SOLD. Though it was a Saturday night, we found seats outside immediately (is that a good sign, or a bad sign, we wondered at the time). Many bugs decided to join us for dinner, so we realized the relatively deserted patio didn't speak for the food so much as the sucktastically muggy/buggy weather. We ordered the pork belly appetizer (of course), and I had two rolls and a few pieces of nigiri - let me take a moment to recommend the Center St. Roll. Oh, Em, capital G. So tasty. Amidst my random assortment of nigiri and my tuna/avocado roll (I've got an avocado problem - what can I say?), this roll stood out. I was supremely impressed with the freshness of the fish here. I love tuna, and the slightly metallic aftertaste you often get with it in raw form? Totally MIA here, thankfully. And the white tuna? Total butter. Did I mention they serve sea urchin and quail eggs? You're not going to find these things on your average, suburban sushi restaurant's menu. My husband ordered the Deluxe Sashimi dinner, and after only one, "what the heck did I just eat? Whatever it was, it was tasty!" moment, he had plowed through the entire platter, declaring it, "the freshest tasting fish I've had at a sushi restaurant." I have no clue what ocean the chef at Sushi Yoshi has hiding in his pocket, but the freshness of the fish here is unparalleled in the area. The only negative? (Other than the end of the meal, when we were too stuffed to order more.) Those cute little patio tables and chairs? Uncomfortable like WHOAH. I love sitting outside (even with a plate of raw fish in front of me), but my butt did NOT enjoy the experience. Write that down, Sushi Yoshi.
(4)E. P.
Love Sushi Yoshi, especially the unique appetizers, no place nearby has better and more authentic appetizers.
(4)Christine V.
We had a great first experience at this restaurant, however upon trying to return the last three times there is always some weird issue with just getting seated. The restaurant will be half full but they will tell you the tables are reserved and you will have to wait. First time we waited 25 minutes to be seated and in that time the other vacant tables that were "reserved" stayed empty. To add insult to injury, the entire time we dined, no one EVER showed up for those tables yet they remained "reserved". This has happened each time since. After the last time we decided to cross this restaurant off our list.
(2)Mr H.
Tiny restaurant but good sushi. The nabeyaki Udon is not as good as Yama, but the sushi is excellent. Particular fan of the chirashi. The "happy hour" has many inexpensive sushi options.
(4)Edward C.
I visited Sushi Yoshi for the 2nd time this weekend with 2 of my friends. I had absolutely loved my first visit, but wanted to try it a second time before I confessed my love for this place. Where to begin... Overall, this place just does everything right. It's hard to put a finger on it, but from the food to the service to the way I just feel good being there, it's really just as good as it gets. Food: This weekend I went for lunch, and I ordered a bento with yaki niku. It came with a salad that had the most delicious ginger shallot dressing. Honestly, the best salad I've had at a Japanese restaurant. The bento came with 3 california rolls and 3 pieces that were a chef's creation (unique!). My yaki niku was absolutely delicious, tender and well seasoned. The rice was cooked perfectly, and it was just an absolutely delightful and filling lunch. Everything was delicious. As a baseline, I also ordered an eel and avocado roll (my fav). It was good. Can't say anything else. My friend's sashimi platter came with what she described as the best tuna sashimi she's ever had. My other friend's salmon bento came with a large fillet that looked perfectly cooked. Remembering back to my first (equally awesome) visit, I had gone for dinner and I went all out, ordering multiple rolls, appetizers, noodles, etc. I just remember the coolest part being able to order things you simply can't get elsewhere - chef creations that can only come from highly skilled authentic sushi chefs. Things like salmon belly and fried tuna, amazing. At one point, I forgot about my friend's shellfish allergy and accidentally dipped shrimp into one of our noodle soups. Without hesitation, the waitress brought out a noodle soups on the house. If that's not spectacular service, I don't know what is. Ambiance and Service: The restaurant is tiny. I'm usually not a fan of tiny places, but I can't explain why I love this place being so tiny. Maybe it's because I like it so much, I don't want them to expand and lose sight on quality. There are maybe 10-15 tables in there, mostly 2-4 seaters. The waitresses are great and attentive. This weekend I arrived early. The waitress saw me sitting outside and took the initiative to ask how many were in my party. She went ahead and set up a table and invited me in to wait in warmth. Things like that just make me like this place. It's very rare I gush so much about a place. I had heard about Sushi Yoshi for a while from friends before I finally went. And even with all the hype, every single one of my friends and I just end up loving this place once we went. I promise I don't work for and are in no way related to the people who own this place. It's just easily my favorite sushi restaurant in the DC area.
(5)Madison H.
Wonderful sushi. Best I've had in ages. Great selection of sushi at really good prices. We only did takeout but it was great. I can't wait to sit down for some sushi at the sushi bar. I do love to watch them make it for me =]
(5)Krista C.
The best! Love the spicy tuna w/ avocado.
(5)Anne C.
Came back here w/ my gfs and the only available spot was a table outside...good sign...we got 10 bug bites before we finally said...ok let's see if there are seats at the bar! my friend and i both ordered chirashi...which was tasty, but service was below average. The girl i think was brand new possibly?? She got our checks messed up and looked at us confused when we asked for split checks. I think this place was fine, but nothing above average. Will i come back? Maybe...but I can't imagine myself craving this place out of the blue.
(3)Ken L.
Delicious and fresh sashimi with decent prices. I'd recommend the sashimi platter for 2, for 4,or for 6, if you're a lover.. It's a great value that comes with a variety of fish which comes out to be a lot cheaper than a la carte. They're all delicious! The only negative thing is parking, it could be tough during busy hours in that area.
(5)Chow N.
What a great place to enjoy a "light" Sunday sushi lunch. Weather was perfect outside and this restaurant even has a nice outdoor atrium where you can enjoy your food. The clientele was mostly Asian. I ordered a bunch of stuff. Sushi lunch, sashimi lunch, a salmon skin roll, a hamanegi roll, and several of their apps. The key to a good Japanese restaurant is their unique apps. I ordered the Madagascar shrimp tempura which included the fried heads, Yamakake with tuna, and the conch marinated in sake. The last app wasn't all that but the rest were pretty good. A usual, I overordered. What's new? Oh well....
(4)Joy L.
I have seen this place in the corner of Church St. and Center St. in old town Vienna. It looked so intimate and charming from the outside. We finally decided to try it since the Washingtonian rated it top 100 best places to eat in DC Metro for 2015. We made reservation as suggested by the writer and we sat at the sushi bar. It looks like this place may be Chinese owned but the names on the ABC Managers list all have Japanese sounding last names. One of the sushi chefs told me that he's Chinese though so I'm not sure. I think the best deal if you're ordering sushi is the sushi combos. We ordered the one for 2 people and it was a lot (30 pieces including 2 sliced rolls). The fish may not be be the same as listed but the variety we got was awesome. It is only for $36.95 and it came with 2 soups and salads. We also ordered sardines (which my husband said tasted a bit fishy), 2 regular size fatty tuna for $4.50 each (melts in your mouth good) and 2 yellow tail bellies ($2.75 each). We also ordered a large sake. Our bill was $68. Not bad! We were stuffed! Service was great as well. The only thing is they actual don't have Wi-Fi and signal is almost non-existent. No outside seating and the sushi bar counter is a bit high if you're on a shorter side.
(5)Liz C.
The only sushi I had tried before was take out, so I thought I didn't like it until I came here. I especially enjoyed the spicy tuna sushi!
(4)Johanna S.
Lets be real - People come here to eat their bangin' lunch special "chirashi" Why else would people come? The amount of sushi they give you with the rice and all the other things they give you. truly bombdotcom. namean? But to be honest, I am not a huge fan of their sushi rolls :X I would go to another place for sushi rolls but hey, their straight up sushi is fresh and good! Service is pretty good and on point. But then again, the restaurant is pretty tiny. The Ambiance is cute, I think. It has lights hanging off and you know that small restaurant feeling. I mean it's in downtown Vienna. What do you expect? :) Lastly, just go to this place for lunch with your coworkers or friends to get their chirashi. It's great! But make sure you call ahead and make reservations - they get packed quick.
(4)J M.
A lunch which included various rolls and other menu items. I'm not a big sushi eater so I engaged in conversation with our waitresses about their opinions of the options and they gave excellent suggestions which me and my, more sushi aware companion, enjoyed. Most times I've gone it's had long waits. Something to be aware of is the limited seating. Call a head in busy hours
(5)Julia L.
You can't go wrong with the rolls. Don't get the Katsu. I mean, I've had better. I was a little disappointed because this is supposed to be a really good sushi/sashimi restaurant in Virginia... But if this is the best.. I'm from Chicago and even the mediocre Chicago sushi places are better than here. TLDR: it's definitely not bad, but it's not the best.
(3)Belle D.
I came in on the weekend during lunch time, little did I know, a lot of people made reservations in advance. Lucky for my cousin and I, they were able to squeeze us in as long as we were out in 50 mins -- challenge accepted. Place - It's a small and tight place inside, bar area probably seats for 10, only one bathroom per gender, some outdoor seating arrangement, and tight wait area. Cost/Price - It's alright. I paid around $31 with tax for a full roll of shrimp tempura, agedashi tofu, and takoyaki. Food - I know, why review about shrimp tempura? No, I'm going to dish on their apps. Takoyaki is what I have been searching for. Here, it was alright.. Not like the ones in Hawaii and Boston. Usually I could tell if it's from a frozen bag, but the batter on this one was soft and mush. The flavor was there -- still searching for some authentic ones. My friend recommended me to try agedashi tofu -- it was meh, nothing special. Service - Good. Despite how packed it was, we were able to get what we needed. No complaints here. This place is a well deserved 3.5 stars, but I rounded down. All in all, good place if you don't feel like searching for another sushi restaurant.
(3)Kate M.
My boyfriend and I went here for dinner on a Thursday at 6. When we arrived, the restaurant was pretty empty, but the hostess told us that they had one table open(?) that was reserved for 7pm and we would need to be finished by then. That should have sent us back out the door, but as we had concert tickets at 7:30 we didn't think it would be a problem. However, by 6:50 we still had not been served any of the three sushi rolls we ordered. We informed the hostess (since our waitress had basically ignored us after taking our order) and ten minutes later we received...the wrong sushi order. By the time they finally found our last roll, we were both too stressed out by having to chase down waiters to finish it. The food was good, but the service was so awful that we will never be going back.
(1)Debbe M.
One of my favorite sushi places in VA! It's not very big and is always packed (with Asians -- so YOU KNOW IT IS GOOD!). Their lunch specials are incredible! Also been during dinner time but lunch time IS the time to go! You can call and make a reservation which I highly recommend since it gets packed quick. Great service and food!
(5)C J.
Again, another awesome mom and pop. You will need reservations as they're a tiny intimate deliciously busy venue. We always go here with friends and fam. Really good and not expensive sushi rolls. For $30-50 you can feed 2-3 people on rolls. We always religiously get 2 salmon avocado rolls, 1 black sesame/lobster tempura roll, and 1 special mango roll. BONUS TIP - If you spend over $8-10 per person, they'll give you a free soup and salad per person!! Who doesn't love businesses rewarding you with freebies!!?!
(5)Ananya M.
One of the best sushi restaurants in the area for sure! The spicy tekka don is by far the most elaborate presentation of the dish I've seen. The tuna is served on a separate plate in 3 or 4 small portions, while another plate holds the massive serving of rice with lots of pretty decorations and interesting ingredients. The fish itself was fresh and tasty, and the spicy tekka wasn't overly salty unlike other places. However, it is a TON of food that they give you, so don't be surprised if you can't finish it (I had a tough time myself).
(5)Jackie B.
I've been here a couple of times well over a year ago for their chirashi lunch. From what I remember, the fish was fresh and the rice was tasty. But I found myself picking out a lot of the veggies, squid, and mackerel (I hate mackerel - I should've asked them to leave it out). It was good, but it wasn't something I'd make the trip for, and haven't for the past year. Fast forward to this past weekend, my cousins and I decided to come here after finding out Miyagi was closed early in the day. We ordered a few specialty rolls and they were delish!! I loved the Caterpillar, Costa Rica and Lasagna rolls the best! Super tasty, not too heavy on the sauce or the rice. I especially liked the mango chunks and the jalapeno sauce on the Costa Rica. Their Rainbow roll and Spicy Tuna & Avocado were also great basics. I remember this place being slammed on the weekends, and it still is! But even with the amount of customers, service was quick and observant. Definitely on my list of go-to places for sushi now that I've tried their rolls.
(4)Irene C.
Had high expectations for this restaurant from all the amazing reviews. Unfortunately, this restaurant is overrated and mediocre at best. My gf and I had reservations for Saturday lunch, we were seated immediately when we walked in. However, the place is just so small and cramped that the waitress kept bumping into my chair and my purse multiple times throughout my meal. I thought my purse was in the way so I moved it to the other side but even on the other side of my chair, she kept bumping into it! The Chirashi Lunch Special ($12.95) was OK. I expected the sashimi to come out with the rice in one bowl. Ours came out separately. The Sashimi came out on one plate and we had to wait another 5 minutes for our rice. What we got was a heaping mountain of sushi rice topped with sundried tomatoes, veggies, beef, pickled vegetables, etc on top. The Sashimi to Rice proportion was just way off. They gave us enough rice to feed a family. If you're a rice fan, then the chirashi might be for you. The sashimi overall was okay, the pieces were slightly small and some were watery. The raw octopus just tasted extremely fishy that some of my gf's just left it. So far, Yoko sushi in Fairfax takes the cake for fresh and yummy sushi. Unless I am right down the street and am craving sushi, I would not be back esp. since there are so many sushi restaurants in the Vienna area.
(3)John J.
Sushi in general was good. The spicy tuna and rainbow rolls were ok. The spicy tuna roll wasn't too spicy but my wife found a piece of fish scale on the rainbow roll. The service on the other hand was atrocious! We immediately noticed our waitress wasn't happy being at work today. We ordered fried squid and ended up with fried octopus. My wife mentioned this to the waitress and she stated, "if you go to a Japanese or Korean restaurant this is what they will serve". Her ridiculously stupid response was so mind blowing, we really didn't know what to say. Then when the sushi and rolls were brought to our table, the wasabi was missing. How can they forget something basic like wasabi? Whoops! Probably won't be going back.
(3)Steve P.
Best sushi in the area IMHO. Very small restaurant so be sure to get reservations, even for lunch. Always fresh and nicely sized portions at very reasonable prices. Has a few outdoor seats overlooking Church Street in beautiful Vienna. Chirashi is excellent. Service is always attentive. Highly recommend.
(4)Paola C.
i've ordered carry-out from Sushi Yoshi now a handful of times for lunch and once for dinner since I work near by. The sushi and Chirashi from Sushi Yoshi is the freshest and most delicious I have had in the area. I would def recommend this place and have to co-workers. There is only one major issue---the wait time. several times now I've had to wait 30-40+ minutes to get my food. I am patient but they have often tested this patience. I know they would not make their dine-in customers wait an upward of 30 minutes to get their food. Every time they say its because of what I ordered, I do not think anything I ordered would that long. Long story short. If you order carry-out be prepared to wait and food is bomb.
(4)Ying H.
The best sushi I've had in DC area, where I've lived for 20 years. Very authentic, and comparable to what we had in Japan. Two complains that has nothing to do with their food - long wait and impossible to find parking. Otherwise we will be visiting again and again
(5)Ni C.
This is a small place so make a reservation! They have great sushi and sashimi platters for very reasonable prices, and the starters are very well executed - I recommend the pork belly! All the rolls and nigiri I tried were very good. Service is quick and efficient. Go here if you crave Kushi, but don't want to go all the way downtown. Recommend.
(4)Swatee G.
After a very disappointing experience at Tachibana, I was sort of doubtful of having to try another VA sushi place frankly, but this place is adorable! I made sure that more than just yelp ratings, I check out the yelp trend as well and it seemed like this place had managed to consistently keep their ratings up - so i plunged headlong into it! We started with the spicy tuna salad which came as a heaping bowl of really fresh fish, and crispy nori. I am glad I was sharing it, because having the whole thing by myself would have been some task! Next came the miso soup and the salad. The salad looked the usual limp sad thing, but the dressing they used was amazing! Not a big fan of the miso- it was way too salty for me! We also had the albacore sashimi which was very fresh, though the knife skills left a LOT to be desired, it really did look like my piece of fish had been hacked with a chainsaw - lol Then came the rolls - in order of my favorites, lol! The New cucumber roll - The best of the lot, though the cucumber wrap had not been cut out very neatly, the roll itself was pretty amazing - right amount of spice and taste and really fresh fish! Tim Tim Roll - The texture of the crunch was the best! This was also my friend's fav roll! Yellow Roll - The mango gave it a burst of fresh flavor, that went very well with the salmon Mark Roll - The black Sesame seeds made for great texture, but each piece was HUMONGOUS! It took me 3 really messy bites to get through a piece lol! Eel Roll - My least fav, I think teh flavor of the eel sauce was a little off-putting to me, and so it was just meh! All in all, the place was very cute, homely and served great food! Also, for the portion sizes, it was very decently priced. Would love to be back!
(4)J P.
On a scale of sushi restaurants, I give this one a 2/5. It doesn't compare to Sushi Hanna up in Baltimore. The sushi isn't served cold enough. Also, the health violations in the past that we've read have kept us from ever going back to this place. We've walked in, the place has had plenty of open tables, and been asked if we have a reservation. Sub par sushi, sub par service. This has been on 2 separate occasions. We live down the street and still can't understand why anyone with any knowledge of what truly good sushi is would ever bother with this place. Would only recommend if you are in a hurry and have absolutely no other knowledge of the area, and are standing directly in front of the place. Would never recommend this place.
(2)Tanya M.
I have been to Sushi Yoshi so many times in the past because it is some of the best sushi in the DMV. The service today, however, was unacceptable. We made a reservation for 11:45 and arrived 15 minutes late. The hostess did not call us to check in, so we were shocked when she reprimanded us when we arrived. She rolled her eyes when we told her our name, told us that we only had 45 minutes to eat our food, and that it was our fault for being late. I agree that it was our fault for being late, but there was no need to reprimand us and treat us like we had committed some terrible act. We immediately left after she treated us like that and will not be returning.
(1)Andrew I.
Great sushi! Great Prices! Great service! It was a little hard to find because we didn't look at the map ahead of time. The yelp map is accurate though. Also, it's a bit small inside so make a reservation if you're going at a busy time.
(5)Daniel K.
Great food and the sushi chef really does a wonderful job! Highly recommended! Place is not big so a reservation would be a good idea during dinner time.
(5)Jennie T.
Sushi Yoshi is my favorite spot for fresh sushi in Vienna. I've frequented this little sushi bar several times over the years, and I'm always raving about it to my friends. The quality of the fish is always fresh, and the combinations of fish, fruit and veggies are always interesting and pleasantly surprising. Sushi Yoshi never disappoints. They're located on the corner of where Center street meets Church Street, and offer outdoor seating; which is perfect when the weather is as nice as it has been these past few days. This is my second time coming here, and the sushi, as it is reviewed on yelp, is always fresh. It isn't just clearly obvious, but you can also taste the difference between a grocery store's box of chewy sashimi, and Sushi Yoshi's soft, fresh cut salmon. If you aren't aware of this difference - skip the grocery store and try this place to satisfy your Sushi craving for a night out instead. I especially like the rolls that they incorporate mangos and their spicy mango sauce into, because the unexpected sweetness actually works pretty well with fish such as salmon and yellowtail. Also, don't be afraid of the Jalapeno Chilli Sauce - it's a lot sweeter and refreshing than it is spicy. For the full review, and some mouthwatering photos - click here! thehungrymuse.com/2010/0…
(5)Kai Y.
I love sushi. None of those pansy rolls with 20 things on top, just give me some traditional nigiri with the freshest of fish and fattiest of cuts, and I'm a happy man. Sushi Yoshi rocked in that regard. Two nights here in a row sold me on the quality of their fish after ordering lots of nigiri on the first night and the special chirashi on the second night. Sake list isn't extensive, but has some dependable names at non-exorbitant prices. It's not quite up there with my favorite sushi restaurants in LA, but it far exceeded my expectations for the area and it costs a lot less than they do as well. Bonus points for the izakaya dishes and other menu items, you should find something here to please all sorts of palates. Even those that like those... rolls. (I'm shaking my head at you people)
(5)Alan G.
I took my girlfriend, who lived in Japan and has missed their food, here and she loved it. Their menu is authentic, and so is their service, very friendly and helpful, in line with Japanese culture. Funny, I'm allergic to seafood, but enjoyed everything I ordered. Their vegetarian rolls were very good. The combination of great food and service warrants my five stars.
(5)Todd Y.
Excellent sushi. Fast service. Check out the happy hour. Smallish place and has limited outdoor tables.
(5)Emily A.
We tried to go here last night because I heard it was good and have been wanting to taste their sushi. First, when we walked in, the smell of the place was so fishy it was unbearable. When we asked for a table, even though we saw at least 5 open tables, they said they didn't have an open table so they tried to seat us at the sushi bar. The smell really got to me at this point so we decided just to leave and go to Sweet Ginger instead. I will try to go back and give it another shot, but I don't think I can sit there if it smells like that again.
(2)Marc V.
Came here to meet up with a long time friend, her husband and friend. It had the best Uni I ever had. I have tried Uni over 7 times at various places in the world and have almost crossed Uni as a stay away food, but others tell me that it is really good so I have kept on trying to get their experience by this interesting creature. By far, the Uni here was the best freshest Uni I have ever had. Now I know why people love it so much! So fresh, creamy and sweet! The other dishes were good also! The seafood pizza, the scallops maki, the broiled salmon cheeks were good. Spicey tuna is with real pieces of tuna, not the scraps from their cutting chopped into bits. And even better.. the price is awesome! So cheap! Definitely a place to come back to every chance I get.
(5)Jeannie L.
This is by far, the best Japanese sushi restaurant I have discovered in the DC metro area. Lovely cozy Japanese restaurant nicely tucked at the end of Church St with pretty good service and amazing sushi. The quality of their fish can't be beat. It's so fresh and generously sliced. The toro literally melts in your mouth. Their chirashi is such a steal too. It's served as a full plate of sashimi with a plate of rice infused with pickled Japanese vegetables, tomago (sweet egggs), and slices of shrimp and eel. This place even impressed by super critical and frugal father, so you know you can't go wrong. Sadly, I discovered Sushi Yoshi a week before I was going to move. I guess that's prob a good thing for my pocketbook.
(5)Jonathan C.
Preface/background: I eat more than average in terms of quantity (I've eaten 2 Chipotle Burritos in one sitting) but appreciate quality and am always looking for a great deal. OK, so this review only applies to the lunch time Chirashi at Sushi Yoshi. I'm not sure about their dinner menu and its pricing. It's a good amount of food and it's definitely filling. They even have...WHITE TUNA as part of the sashimi that's offered. So the Chirsashi rice and a few of the "toppings" come in a large, about 10" diameter plate, while they serve the pieces of sashimi in a side plate. It comes with soup and salad as well for lunch. I think they offer around 10-12 pieces of sashimi to go with the Chirashi. The rice is great, it's got that vinegar-esque sushi rice taste, which I like. And the fact that they serve white tuna in the $13 or $14 dish is awesome. I definitely would recommend this place, as I take family members here all the time. I'd rank it above Tachibana for its freshness and for its taste. Basically, I think it's the best sashimi place in the area so far. This is my first 5-star review!
(5)K M.
A friend of mine introduced me to this charming little Japanese restaurant on Church Street in Vienna. I love Japanese food (sushi/sashimi), and have been to numerous restaurants in the area including Tachibana, and Sushi Yoshi is definitely a standout. A friend and I shared 2 specialty rolls, the Center Street Roll and the Church Street Roll, and the Deluxe Sushi platter. What impressed me about the deluxe platter was the selection. Usually, you get the cheapest cuts in a platter chosen by the sushi chef, but prime nigiri sushi such as scallops and sea urchin were included. The cuts were very substantial as well. Everything cost about $35.00. You can't beat that price for fresh nigiri sushi in this area!
(4)Ben V.
The Scallop Tempura Roll is unnecessarily amazing. Of the 9 or so sushi places I have eaten at around here, this one tops the list out.
(5)Candace C.
I've been meaning to update this review. Despite our bad experience, I couldn't get over all the good things I was reading about the place and decided to give them another try. It was worth it. We slid into a table right away and ordered. The food is authentic and the fish is fresh and of good quality. We often do take-out because of the limited seating and because the Sushi for Two is a steal. At $32, you get about 30 pieces of fresh nigiri and rolls. Toss in a visit to Blockbuster on the way home and I'm set for the night. I also enjoy the flavor of their "home cooking" and have been working my way through the appetizers and non-raw fish selection. The croquettes have that Japanese flavor I can't seem to recreate at home--not sure what's in those potatoes, but that's how they are supposed to taste. They are pricey at 5.50, but I shell out for them anyway. I love the grilled fish--perfect crisp on the outside, but juicy in the middle. It comes with a nice ponzu to break up the natural fattiness of the fish. Now that I've gotten over our initial bad experience, Sushi Yoshi has also been added to our favorites list. Oh, and kudos to the waitress that remembered us and why we were not pleased on our first visit. When we returned, she gave us a free dessert to apologize for giving our table away. It was completely unexpected and the perfect way to win us over. If you like mochi ice cream--this is the place to have it.
(4)Wade C.
Although the place has limited seating (call ahead!), it is well worth the effort to eat here. This is easily my favorite place to get sushi in the area. My personal favorite is their chirashi dinner. It is a mixture of vegetables, pickled vegetables, tomago (sp?), and slice of eel over rice. It is served with abouit 12-15 slices of sashimi. The usual salad with house dressing and miso soup are served before dinner. the last time i ate there, we had the seafood pancake, which i had never had before. it had the consistency of a dense pancake, but it was packed with crab, fish and other seafood - quite good! A lot of the other yelpers have already reviewed this place, but i wanted to agree and make the suggestion to get the chirashi!
(5)Doug W.
We enjoyed our first outing at Yoshi, and will likely return. Reservations are definitely necessary on a Saturday night - we came in at about 6:20 with reservations for the sushi bar and sat right down. By 7 or 7:15, though, all tables were full and folks were waiting outside. We had the sushi platter for two - okay but not great, but plenty of sushi for the price ($32). That price included a small miso soup and a ginger-soy dressed salad for each of us. Okay soup; not as good as fresh but I don't know of _any_ good Japanese noodle/soup shops in the Northern Virginia area. No wasabi on most of the nigiri - don't know if that was accidental or on purpose, but a point off nevertheless. Three sushi chefs, including Yoshi-san, were crowded behind the bar, and going full speed, so not much time for chitchat. Beer was good and cold - try a Sapporo in a "sonobuoy" can if you haven't before. Crisp pilsner flavor, good with sushi. Next time we'll go a la carte, and we shall see what we shall see. The a la carte menu looks promising (and can be read on their website).
(4)Alan N.
While the service here can be a bit slow, which you can't really blame them with how busy the restaurant is. The fish is amazing here, fresh and tasty and not skimpy on the portion sizes. I tried the Chirashi like so many yelpers had recommended and while it was definitely tasty, I can see that it a lot of people with an american pallet maybe left with a bitter taste in their mouth. I thoroughly enjoyed the dish but it does have a ton of pickled veggies which may not be to pleasing for others. Best tips i can give for this place would be to call ahead and make a reservation, come a bit early so you have time to find parking and don't be in a rush if you want a quick meal.
(4)Go K.
Date Attended: 09/06/10, Monday It's a nice cozy spot with ok sushi. I tried a lot of the menu items, appetizers, sushi, dessert, etc. Nothing really stuck out or was memorable. Service was ok.
(3)Erin T.
Our second favorite sushi restaurant. Amazing quality for the money. Fish is always fresh, wait staff very friendly.
(4)Ha-ti N.
I love Yoshi. It's also funny because the owners are parents of my classmates from high school! My family and i are sushi eaters and we don't joke around - none of that california roll nonsense. So when we found out about Yoshi - we were really excited to try it out. We were definitely not disappointed. They have a huge variety to choose from and the fish/seafood was very fresh. Plating was also very beautiful =) Loved it. Will definitely be back!
(5)BERT O.
It was a nice place. The sushi and service was great. Not a bad place at all. :)
(4)Chris T.
Fresh... Love the option to select choice fish for the 15 piece Sashimi dinner. The Tilapia Katsu was delicious. Will definitely be back.
(4)Hyunoo P.
I R HART SOOSHI YUSHI. You don't have to be a snobby sushi connoisseur to enjoy this place, but it would probably help. Especially if you've been burned recently by the likes of Narita. What do I love about Japanese sushi bars? When the chef is actually Japanese. Not Korean, not Viet, but arigato goizamasu. Why does it matter? Well, stereotypically, he's more likely to care. More likely to use a yanagi-ba with proficiency, more likely to stock good octopus, more likely to serve fish that isn't chemically treated. But I digress. While the offering here is similar to any mid-scale sushi joint: urchin, squid, octopus, chu-toro, sweet shrimp, you gotta look at the compositions! Whenever I get nigiri here, the rice is actually finger sized and the cut of fish is clean and generous. Don't accept hacked up/ice damaged fish! The flavor of the fish or rice has never been off, nor have I been hesitant to eat the raw shrimp here. Sometimes I come here and see them breaking down whole tuna loins... Indeed, I am Pavlov's dog. The rolls I've had here have been simple; spicy tuna, california, and eel & avocado. These have been balanced and flavorful, but otherwise I'm not a huge roll fan. Great lunch special though (18 pieces for $8.95 + soup/salad). Their most creative dish and the one I've had almost every time is the chirashi. $11.95 @ lunch and $16 @ dinner, this choice is a bargain any time. Let me describe it to you- Remove all concepts of traditional chirashi... you know what? Forget the description. You just have to go get it. The presentation itself is worth it. My attempt to describe it would just fall short, maybe even deceive you. And that is something I just can't do. I focus in on the sushi, but they also serve traditional japanese fare like udon, soba, sake, katsudon, and tempura. For being in Vienna, this place gets 5 from me.
(5)E T.
FOOD: - Chawan Mushi (steamed egg custard) - Chirashi A slightly different take on the traditional chirashi that is found in most sushi restaurants. The sushi rice that usually accompanies a chirashi was topped by a generous amount of tsukemono (pickled vegetables) which gave it a colorful and pleasing look to the dish. I felt like I was eating a tsukemono and rice salad which I think I could have ordered by itself without the fish. The sashimi also tasted fresh. Much better than most sushi restaurant found in Northern Virginia. The chawan mushi was cooked perfect and the custard was light and savory. DECOR: Small restaurant with limited tables and seating. There was some outdoor seating as well. Probably not suitable for big groups as I don't believe there was a separate private room. I sat at the bar. SERVICE: I sat at the bar which almost always insures quicker and better service. COST: Entrees were in the $10~20 range. The quality fit the price of the food. OVERALL: Definitely one of the better sushi restaurants in the Northern VA area. Added the restaurant to my rotation of sushi places. A must try for sushi lovers in the Northern VA area.
(4)Rachel E.
Make sure to have a reservation prior to dining here. My friend and I waited about 15 minutes for a table. We were lucky a table opened, because the restaurant was packed. Outside dining is only for reservations. Make sure to check their website for specific dining hours. My friend and I shared the 2 person platter. The tempura squid was very good. Sometimes miso soup can be hit or miss, but their miso soup was pretty good. Parking is a bit challenging to find. I think your best bet is street parking.
(4)Chunnu B.
Meh, okay little place. I like that they offer half-orders on some of their rolls, no other place I've been to around there has that. But I probably won't be coming back - there are other sushi restaurants in the area with much better and fresher tasting fish.
(3)Boui K.
my friend invited me to lunch here. it was down the street from my work place and was craving for some sushi too. took me awhile to find parking here since space is very limited in this area of vienna. i love it that the sushi chefs are japanese and the waitress too. its rare to find sushi places own and run by japanese people. i went with an order of spicy tuna with avacado to start with then ordered the tonkutsu (pork cuttlet) for my lunch. the tuna roll was what you'd expect from a spciy tuna roll with the buttery finish of the avacado. next was the pork, it was nice and crispy with a moist center and the miso soup that came along with the meal was very good too. only problem is that this place is too small. next time i will eat at the sushi bar i love to watch the sushi chef's cook.
(4)Kevin D.
I don't rate too many restaurants with five stars, but this one certainly deserves it. There are a couple restaurants that come close to the sushi I had here, but Yoshi's sushi truly lives up to the rave reviews on this site. The quality of fish, the care in preparation, the true craftsmanship and art of the sushi making... Sushi Yoshi has it all. I believe that the head sushi chef is Chef Yoshi and the only time I have seen him there is during the week at lunch. I had the fortune of him preparing my chirashi... divine. The selection of fish and veggies complimented each other so well -- my only wish is that I knew more of what I was eating... Japanese vegetables are just different enough that I have to admit to not knowing everything I was eating.
(5)Amanda E.
Second visit definitely gains another star. It must have been an off night my first time around. After a long day, I called in an order to bring home - easy task thanks to their full menu posted online. Tuna + avocado and the spider roll were delicious. The soft shell crab was actually substantive and had great flavor - what many other sushi joints lack. I also went with the seaweed salad which, upon unpacking at home, was disappointingly small. I mean, four bites and it's gone which equals roughly 1$ per bite. Ah well. Anyways, stoked for the positive experience and it is now safe to add to the sushi rotation!
(4)Jennie C.
My best friend and I were craving sushi big time -- but we also just finished shopping at Tyson's, so where to satisfy our hunger and small wallets? Sushi Yoshi! We got here late on a Saturday night, and I was surprised to see that it was small. It looks big, because it's tucked away in some kind of artisan village, but it's really small. The hostess asked us if we had reservations -- which we didn't (just Yelped it at the Apple store), so we waited for about 15 minutes. We didn't mind, we looked over the menu in the meantime. The prices for regular rolls (fish/avocado) were ridiculously cheap, like less than $5 cheap. They had everything you could imagine -- salmon, tuna, yellowtail, boiled shrimp and their spicy versions and even their spicy crunchy versions. They also had specialty rolls for $5-$9, which were a steal. My friend and I demolished 7 rolls and a couple pieces of nigiri for only $42 (including tip). It was definitely dinner of champions that night.
(5)Sam J.
I had: Steamed monkfish liver in ponzu sauce: Never had this before (I didn't even know fish had livers). So I was naturally nervous, but I was in an adventurous mood. It was really good. It has the texture of chicken liver, and tasted a lot like it too, but more fishy (duh). Chirashi deluxe: I got fooled by this in a good way! I thought this would be just a straight forward chirachi, but I got a big plate/bowl hybrid of rice topped with a piece of eel, grilled miso tuna (I think) and shrimp and then loaded with pickles/veggies (including lots of pickled lotus roots!) then on the side there were four really big pieces of tuna, salmon, mackerel, salmon roe, yellow-tail. I forget the name of the last type of fish, but it's the one that looks grilled, but it's actually raw.
(5)nat t.
Wow, sushi here is so good! Food definitely gets 5 stars, but if you don't get there in time for happy hour, then it is on the pricey side. I was told to have the Salmon Belly sashimi. O M G So tasty! The most flavorful raw fish I think I've ever had, and the pieces were quite large. I will totally get that again! We also got white tuna sashimi (very sea-salty), and fatty tuna sashimi (yummy!), and a couple of rolls. If I ever go for happy hour, I think I would just order a whole lot of sashimi and nigiri. Mmm.
(4)Vanilla Nugget X.
So, I went here with my friend. He was excited that they had Japanese curry...like we had in Nikko, Japan. He thought it was pretty authentic. I trust his opinion in this matter, so if this rating were for the curry only, l would bump it a star. I instead had the sushi platter...6 pieces of sushi and a roll (plus soup and salad). The sushi was pretty good...though I didn't care for the avocado in my spicy tuna roll (it just made it creamy, which was odd). Maybe I am too hard on the place...I am really not the best judge of sushi after all...I ate one piece and it was really chewy...like a piece of leather. I thought it must be bad, so I discreetly spit it into my napkin. I related this to my friend after dinner and he said it was probably Giant Clam - which is expensive. So, I guess you can chalk this one up to me being ignorant...but I still wouldn't eat it if you put it in front of me. The place itself was pretty cool...small and compact...good service...nicely appointed...good sake. We went late one weeknight, so there was no wait at all. Prices were very reasonable.
(3)Fizzy B.
I was in NOM NOM NOM heaven with the first bite of that wonderful delicious sushi. The staff very friendly and the place very quaint and has a nice feel to it. Been twice now and both experiences were great and the sushi consistently wonderful. I recommend the Mochi balls very NOM NOM NOM worthy. MMMMM i'm hungry now wish i was there right now :(
(5)Jason S.
This is my favorite sushi restaurant in the Washington DC metro area. Tucked away on a quaint street in downtown Vienna, VA, it's always a delight.
(4)Frank W.
Great sushi, I had the Chirashi and enjoyed it a lot. Tip: ... they have brown rice if you are health conscious.
(4)E K.
Absolutely AMAZING! Best chirashi ever, highly recommended! Sashimi cuts were thick and portions were extremely generous. It was my first time dining here and I was blown away. I crave their Regular Chirashi already. Will definitely be back sooooon.
(5)Jeff P.
Don't go here. No really, just stop reading now and go back to the same sushi joint you've been going to for years. ... Ok, if you haven't been dissuaded, then know that what I'm about to tell you is a secret that you must protect! I've been to this place twice now, both times with the same person. Both times have been great overall, though the first was better for two reasons: 1) we sat at the bar, which was much more fun because we could watch the sushi being made (plus I always feel like I get better service at the bar), and 2) it was a total surprise, as I had no idea the sushi would be so good as to rival such places as Sushi Ko. Notable items include the yellow tail, yellow tail belly, and of course the toro (mmm mmm!). The eel was also very good even though my friend thought it funny that I was grossed out by the tail still being on it (most places cut it off :-) We ordered the platter for two, and everything either met or exceeded expectations. In closing, I highly recommend the Onikoroshi (aka "Devil Killer") sake; it's so refreshing.
(5)Evan L.
I hesitated clicking on the rating, very nearly giving Sushi Yoshi five stars. So let me be fair: Sushi Yoshi is the best east coast sushiya that I have ever experienced. I've eaten at all of the sushi joints in Vienna, most of those in Tyson's Corner and Fairfax, and several others throughout Northern Virginia. Yoshi knows his stuff. It saddened me greatly that my wife and I only discovered this gem two weeks immediately prior to our relocation to the Eastern Shore of MD. I only had the opportunity to visit it twice. I was floored by, if I remember correctly, the tuna sashimi salad, that I ordered on my first visit. It was a stunning combination of sliced maguro mixed with chopped "spicey tuna" atop a thin plank of seasoned and lightly fried nori with a citrus dressing beneath the nori. I almost felt as though the chef was toying with me. However, the salad was the most brilliant part of the meal. The maki was good but not remarkable. They also mixed up one of my orders on my second visit. While Sushi Yoshi is a gem, it cannot hold a candle against a place like Sushi Sam's Edomata in San Mateo, CA where Sam truly works magical arts, playing musically with the flavors in the seafoods and seasoning alike. All in all, I still expect to visit Sushi Yoshi at my next opportunity when I visit Northern Virginia.
(4)William L.
Came for dinner on a Wed. Not crowded, prompt seating. Helps that the sushi chefs were definitely Japanese! Had a Restaurant.com cert which they honored even when I printed up the wrong thing. They accepted the iphone view of the cert after speaking with the manager. The food wasn't spectacular, but for the happy hr deal from 5-8, it was well worth the price. The sashimi was fresh and the sushi was good. Nothing new or creative though. Had to keep asking for our green tea though. Need to go back to try out the rest of the menu.
(3)Kimberly H.
Very good sushi. The place, however, is pretty small. So make sure to come early if you want to get seated right away. And don't bother making same day reservations. They get booked up!
(4)Brian S.
Just came home after having dinner @ Sushi Yoshi. Its a small place with few tables with a sushi bar. The place is clean and modernized establishment with outdoor seating for warmer days. Kinda feels like Newbury Street in Boston or the Village near NYU. I waited about 15 minutes to get a table because the place was packed Saturday nite. We ordered the 30 piece sushi boat for 2 people and a rainbow roll. The fish was very fresh and rice was cooked well. I'm little disappointed with the rainbow roll. The rainbow roll that I know of is a huge roll, slice is so big that you can't even shove a whole piece in your mouth. It was just the same size as a california roll. For the price of the meal and quality of the fish, I would consider Todai cuz price was similar and you can try different varieties of sushi. Sushi Yoshi is great but its not going to make your knee buckle.
(4)Jenn H.
Good sushi, fairly slow. A couple of mishaps during the meal - my fiance was brought the wrong beer (easily corrected) and we ordered a sushi plate that was not brought out to us. When we tried to settle the bill the server realized the mistake, but as the plate had been made, we had to take it home with us to eat the next day. Overall, the sushi was fine, but I would be slow to come back. As a sidenote, parking at the new shops on Church St is a bit of a disaster, which doesn't discourage me from visiting the excellent Bazins, but probably would stop me from making the effort to revisit Yoshi.
(3)Nami C.
I finally decided to let the word out...Sushi Yoshi is one of the best sushi place in DC area. This is a charming little sushi restaurant in a corner of church street. The sushi this place serve is like a beautiful picture on your plate. Their roll/maki seems to be their specialties.
(5)Brian S.
This is a pretty solid sushi place in the Vienna area, though nothing spectacular. When I've been, the fish is quite fresh and the rolls are pretty good. Again, nothing spectacular, just pretty decent. The service is really bad. Super slow and misses things. I've been back several times as it's the best in the area.
(3)Adrienne J.
Clean, quiet, and traditional- if you are hungry for just a simple spicy tuna roll and don't want a lot of fuss, this is a good place to go. There's ample street parking or a lot down at the end of the street, and it's a wonderful neighborhood to walk through. If I lived closer to Vienna, I would be here more often.
(4)Sally L.
Coming from LA and Seattle, we were feeling like sushi in Northern VA really wasn't going to work out for us. But, this restaurant was the best we've had on this side of the country. Rolls were a bit small, but prices were good. Not loaded with cucumber to substitute for the lack of fish like many of the places we have tried here. The place is small, so even though we went on a Sunday evening when they opened, there were only seats at the bar. Reservations are recommended!
(4)Christian C.
I was going to start out this review by saying a rule of thumb I follow is the smaller the sushi restaurant the better, and Sushi Yoshi follows this rule. But then it got me to thinking about the phrase rule of thumb. The exact origin is uncertain according to Wikipedia. One entertaining explanation for the phrase had something to do with an old English law that allowed a man to legally beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb. What does this have to do with Sushi Yoshi? Nothing. Back to the review. This is a nice intimate sushi restaurant located on a side street in downtown Vienna. The fish tasted very fresh and the prices on their weekday sushi happy hour gives a really good bang for your buck. The restaurant itself is small but cozy, with some outdoor seating weather permitting, and the staff was very friendly. If you plan on coming during peak times, calling ahead and making a reservation is recommended. Finding parking can be a pain but if you don't feel like hunting for a spot on the street, you can usually find an empty space in the lot next to 144 Church St.
(4)Nicole H.
I really liked the food here. The rolls were delicious as was the gyoza and tempura vegetables. The service was less than ideal. I called to place an order and was asked to hold. I waited a full 6 minutes listening to all sorts of kitchen/server chit-chat before I gave up and hung up. I tried calling back but it was clear they had forgotten about me and just left the phone off the hook because I consistently got a busy signal. I finally got through and then had a 30-45 minute wait. I'll order from there again but make sure I have plenty of time to spare for the slow service.
(3)Dee O.
once again.. i love love love this place!!!!! can't get any better and there is no better!!!
(5)Eric K.
Disappointing. My wife is Japanese so were always looking for a good Japanese restaurant for when she's feeling homesick. A friend recommended this place and we were really disappointed. Don't get me wrong, the food was good but we couldn't enjoy it due to outright rude service. We came with kids, so perhaps the waitress hated kids or something, I don't know but that's still no excuse. We asked for an extra plate for the kids and you would have thought we just insulted her mother. Asking for water earned us an eye roll and a sigh. It's funny because if you've ever been to Japan you know the service is impeccable. You cannot call yourself an authentic Japanese style restaurant with service like that- it wouldnt fly in Japan, and frankly, it shouldnt fly in America either. Shame on you Sushi Yoshi.
(2)Car H.
I'm writing a review so I can rate this place down from the overall 4 stars on Yelp. Originally, I had a good impression of this place from my first experience here. I liked the aura of the small Japanese restaurant. It was a Friday evening, and the waiter was kind enough to let my party of 2 to dine in even though the place was booked for the rest of the night. We made our orders quickly, and the food came out momentarily. The okonomiyaki and sushi rolls were good but forgettable. However, I came here again on a Thurs evening. There were empty tables, and I thought maybe they might be reserved already. So I waited patiently by the door for the waiter to assist me. No one acknowledged my existence! I caught the eyes of 3 waiters who occasionally looked over and pretended like they didn't see me. Um HELLO? I think that is the rudest service after, to stand there for 30 mins without recognition... My friend and I left and went to Yama two blocks down 123. There was no line and the sushi was excellent. Yoshi, you're not that great - I can find a substitute easily within 1 mile radius along 123. Yelpers, go to Yama or Sweet Ginger instead.
(2)Charlie S.
Yesterday was my third time here. The first time there was on a Friday at lunch. The place was packed and you definitely need reservations. My friend doesn't eat sushi, so we stuck to the Japanese small plates. I thought they were really creative and tasty. We loved the grilled eggplant which came in three pieces with each piece having a different sauce on it. We also loved the braised pork. The Japanese fried chicken was a dud, though. The second time, I came with friends on a Sunday night for sushi. If I hadn't had this night, I think I would have given Sushi Yoshi five stars. The fish didn't seem all that fresh. It was just ok. Once again, food we ordered from the kitchen saved the night. The third trip was yesterday which was a Thursday. I had the Chirashi lunch which was so much better than my previous dinner experience. The sashimi tasted so fresh. The presentation was beautiful. I was surprised that the Chirashi came in two plates. One was the sashimi, and the other was the rice with all the cooked items on top like the eel, shrimp, and egg. I liked it as it's much easier to eat. All in all, it was a lot of great tasting food for $12.95 ($16 with tax and tip). There will definitely be a 4th, 5th, and so on trip. Just not on a Sunday though. Note that the restaurant is really small. Getting a reservation for a party of five or more is really hard.
(4)Alexis N.
This place is either a hit or miss depending on what day you come in. I love their green tea tempura ice cream.
(3)J E.
The place is small. Almost uncomfortably small for me. So with that said, it can get loud. All of that didn't matter when I got my food! Sashimi Deluxe is THE BEST I've had in the area. It was sex in your mouth good :-) I tried some of my what my wife ordered and I really liked them too (some sort of box..haha) Highly recommended. I'd love to go back again. Be warned: I can see the wait being crazy long if you don't have a reservation. We were lucky to be seated right away walking in on a Friday night. Parties of more that 4 might not be a good idea...unless you make a reservation.
(5)Leslie S.
I met some girlfriends here for dinner. We got there early because we heard it fills up fast. The sushi was very very good. I really liked the atmosphere and I had no idea all those shops were back there on Church Street. I love discovering new little pockets. In hindsight, after reading the reviews, we probably should have gone somewhere else for our dinner. We wanted to catch up and since the place was so small and popular, we felt a little rushed to get out of there. We didnt' get to chat as much as we would like. I would definitely get to go food from there, though!
(4)Ann W.
The space is limited but food is great, can't find any where to beat their lunch menu.
(5)Floyd B.
My top rated place in this area. Sushi, box-lunch, tempura are all excellent. Atmosphere is also excellent a little small and crowded so no wasted space! Reservations advised. My only issue is that I made the same mistake twice and ordered "spicy tuna sushi." This did not appeal to me the first time (consistency is as though it has been blended in a blender) and the waitress even asked me to confirm this is what I wanted the next time (I do like the sound of spicy tuna). So, I'd advise caution in ordering this particular item. Otherwise, everything was excellent. Added bonus, a few tables outside so you can eat outside if you want. Parking is not a problem since spaces available on the street, in their parking lot, and in public lots nearby.
(5)Katie R.
This is the best sushi I have ever had. The Lasagna Roll is my favorite, but I have never tried anything here that isn't good. The only reason I didn't give them a 5 star review is for the service. Forget coming here if you don't have a reservation- they won't seat you even if there are open tables. Once you are seated it can take a long time to get your food, even if you see people who ordered after you get their's first. Also, do your best to conserve your water or soda- good luck getting a refill. They are kind of jerks, and I kind of hate giving this place my business, until I taste my Lasagna Roll. It's worth the abuse.
(4)S G.
Perfect balance of fresh high quality sushi and price!
(4)C C.
Came here to celebrate my mom's birthday. We ordered lots of nigiri, chirashi and special rolls. The sushi was fresh and good portion size of fish versus rice. Would definitely come back.
(4)Willie C.
I was in the mood to eat sushi and Yama Sushi was closed until 5 pm . I decided to go try Sushi Yoshi cause I saw them open. After eating there food I decided to rate this place. I am rating this sushi place only by quality of the food. The people where friendly and place looked clean. The food tasted very super market like. I think whole foods in Vienna has better sushi for the money. I the cost was way to high for 5 pieces of sushi at 15.00. They only give you one sushi per order. Yama Sushi gives you 2 sushi's per order for the same money. The fish was not very tasty and the presentation was not good. I will not recommend this place to to anyone I know.
(2)Gonzo C.
I get why people hate on the uneven service. I usually go for lunch right at 1130 and even then the Japanese seniors seem to be in the middle of their entrees. But I've been to every sushi place in the Falls Church-McLean-Vienna-Fairfax axis, and this one beats them all. I don't even bother ordering sushi at any of the other places. My only reservation on my most recent lunch was that the 2 actual Japanese sushi chefs who are usually in residence weren't around, but the sushi was still great.
(5)Xiaoya W.
I'm not good at evaluating Japanese food. Since my friends super loves it, I guess it is good.
(4)Ted P.
I had passed by many times and it was always packed so I made sure to call ahead on a beautiful Friday evening expecting it to be busy. If you plan to go you need to make reservations. Tiny place with big taste. They're all good. Consistent above par quality makes them our go to sushi restaurant in the area. For my entree I had a bento box with the chicken teriyaki and Chirashi.
(4)Melody C.
still small and hard to get a seat at but i had a craving for CHIRASHI BOWL and looked around yelp for a place with a decent one. i was happy to discover that they have a GREAT lunch chirashi bowl set for $12.95. the sashimi comes on the side and the veges are piled on the sushi rice on a plate in a creative and decorative way - and i walked away full ... from a sushi place. definitely a gem in vienna.
(4)Johnson H.
Small place BIG taste! I do warn if you're not familiar with the area you may have to spend a few extra minutes finding parking, but it's not that difficult to get. Also, if you go during peak meal times do expect to wait for a table cause this place is small. I enjoyed the assortment of appetizers that we had ordered but my favorite item was my Chirashi, Young's Chirashi Deluxe to be exact. It was just awesome!
(4)Xiaoya W.
I'm not good at evaluating Japanese food. Since my friends super loves it, I guess it is good.
(4)Rachit B.
Been coming here since it opened since it's close by and the sushi is decent. Never really had a good impression of the wait staff but the last time took the cake. We came in on a weekday at 6:00 which I consider the early end. All of the tables but 2 were empty. We were told the rest of the tables were all being held for reservations. So basically they don't take walk in's. We asked if we could wait and they said no the tables wouldn't be opening up. This to me is mind boggling. How do you refuse customers when 80+% of your tables are empty? Okay so they said we could go to the bar and even there only two specific seats not any two we wanted. What a surprise we were done and walking out and more than 2/3 rd of the tables were still empty. Yeah my one review won't bring their rating down but I can't stand terrible management. It takes the enjoyment away from eating out.
(1)Harry P.
Stopped by here with my snobby sushi connoissuer brother. He really enjoyed the food. I have to say I did too. Everything was done really well. The chirashi was unlike any other chirashi I've had. Totally worth the money and really great way they've done it. I'd tell you how they did it, but you should just go and have it. My son really enjoyed his unagi don. The place was packed as soon as it opened, so keep that in mind. They do take reservations, so get those and plan on being there when they open if you want to stop in for lunch.
(4)Stephanie T.
I use to love Sushi Yoshi, except I discovered in the past few times I've gotten take out there that their sushi is very inconsistent. I always get the chirashi regular because even at around $20 it seems like a great deal with how much you were getting. But it is not a great deal if the quality is just awful. One time I got it and I could tell that the fish was way overdue and it was left overs from goodness knows how long. It was not fresh and I was horrified because I was not expecting this from them. Maybe it was because it was in the middle of the week? So they had sushi left over from the weekend? And sometimes the amount of fish you get varied as well! When you get something often enough (like once a week) you kind of get annoyed by how they charge you the same for less. I did try getting the sanshoku chirashi, which even though its almost $6 more than the regular has much less fish. I think after three times in a row of disappointing quality, I've become a non regular. But the most disappointing for me was the time when I had the worst quality raw fish I've ever seen in a sushi place. I still can't get over that. Now when I do order take out, I check the fish in my order before I leave. I don't think you should have to do that.
(3)Robert L.
I'll just reiterate what others have said - fine sushi, inspired selection and friendly service - though a little rushed. The size of the restaurant causes both a cramped feeling and probably the need to turnover customers quickly. Still, well worth it - just be sure to get a reservation.
(4)E E.
I love quaint, Japanese-owned sushi restaurants. Therefore, I was quite excited to dine at Sushi Yoshi. The quality of the fish is decent for the favorites such as salmon and tuna; however, aji, kohada, tai, engawa, and others were not so great. Also, they pack on the rice for nigiri that one can get full on the rice alone. The slices are not sliced well; it lacks elegance. Service is good when you can get it, but you do usually have to flag someone down. Here I go again on my journey to find decent sushi in the area.
(3)Elizabeth W.
I love their chiriashi and they give you so much for the price! Here's a run down: the fish is fresh, the restaurant is small, make a reservation (yes, even for lunch). I tried the chiriashi once and I'll keep coming back!
(5)Bonnie T.
Get the miso flavored grill white tuna! Super delicious...and then get some coffee from across the street after your meal. Great service and fresh sushi with beautiful platting here!
(5)James S.
We went there a little early in the evening, in time to make "Happy Hour" which includes a variety of rolls for about $5 and sashimi/nigiri for $2. Even after happy hour, the prices are still pretty reasonable. Fish was fairly fresh and mild, none of it with that "fishy" smell that is so frequent with places that keep fish past their optimal shelf life. The rolls themselves were fairly ordinary. Service was good until the restaurant started to fill up and they became a little overwhelmed. The restaurant is cramp and busy. Can't accommodate more than one large group at a night. Go early if yo can.
(4)Chris C.
Perfect for when sushi cravings strike. Also they have takoyaki!
(4)Andrei C.
I wish I could give them only 3.5 stars. The food is good, but access to the restaurant, parking, and accommodations leave a lot to be desired. The restaurant shares 5 parking spaces with two other stores, there is no street parking to speak of (in Vienna, when one space opens up, three cars jump on it), and the seating is super crowded inside (my fat ass has barely any room to wiggle to my table). As far as the food is concerned, the 4 stars are well earned. The food is fresh, the sushi chefs are busting their butts behind the sushi counter and service is decent, despite English being a completely foreign language for most staff. Sushi choices are not as many as in other Japanese establishments, but they are OK, however, the prices are vastly higher than customarily encountered. My lunch was $25 bucks and I only had ice-water. I think their specialty is sushi rolls, as they offer a ton of them. Nigiri sushi is a second though, but they make it well and I enjoyed every expensive bite I got. It seems to me they charge the price normally paid for two pieces of nigiri sushi but they charge it for each one. Conclusion: Go enjoy good sushi. There are only a handful of better places for sushi around this area. Be mindful that prices are high. After all, it is Vienna, where the rich live and the poor work.
(4)John D.
Hands down, one of the best kept secrets of Northern Virginia. I found this restaurant when they had coupons on restaurant.com . BEST BUY EVER, since it introduced me to them. I have been to Tokyo Japan, and have tasted the sushi of the Tsukiji Fish Market - the world reknowned market known for it's sushi. This food at this place is so immpecable I felt like I was back in Tsukiji. I give this place a glowing 5 stars and reccomend this place to all. The service is excellent. Make sure to call for reservations as this place fills up FAST. Cheers!
(5)ashley m.
I've always had a positive experience at Sushi Yoshi, but we tend to go early and during the week so we've never had to worry about a long wait. The place is tiny though so try to make a reservation in advance. The sushi is delish. Everything tastes fresh and they have a great variety of specialty rolls. The crispy salmon roll is my favorite by far - the black sesame sauce is simply ridiculous. I would go back just for that actually. They also have a happy hour menu from 5 - 6:30 on weekdays, but I always end up ordering off the regular menu anyway.
(4)D C.
I really love their sushi. BUT the service is horrible. There were many occasions where the staff did not bring our order out on time, missed bringing our drinks and didn't get us our miso soup. On top of everything else, I guess you have to ask for WATER or they will never serve it to you. Thats all good, but when i tried using restaurant.com's coupons-they started to act up even more. They came back saying that we were short 5 dollars, so we ordered $5 more. Then they came back saying that we were short $.10!!! Seriously, you're coming back to us because of 10 cents? We told them to charge the 10 cents on our food b/c we don't have anything else to order. My friend came for dinner on another night and the waitress told them they can get a table if they ate within 15 mins, if not, then they can't get a table. They never apologized. Hence my friends will never go to Yoshi again.
(1)Thanyaporn S.
Luv Chirashi comes with big plate of fish. It s really fresh.
(4)S I.
I always enjoy eating at this restaurant and would say their sushi is approved by Japanese people from Japan. The only thing was sometimes their servers can be a little abrupt. When our server was taking our order, I had some questions and then ordered one thing and then she immediately took our menu and decided that was all we wanted although we still had some more food we wanted to order. Food is good so if service is better, I'd want to give 5 stars.
(4)Steve C.
There is absolutely nothing great or bad about this place. It's just an average sushi restaurant with an average quality of fish. If you live near by, go for it if there is nothing else better. I wouldn't drive 30 minutes again for average sushi.
(3)Shianne K.
Great Sushi place! cool small place, can be romantic. Rolls are good sizes and tasted very fresh. Price is average compared to other sushi places. Highly recommend!
(4)Sarah W.
Nice place and easy to get to from our office. Nice place to relax after a long day at work to eat good, healthy food (well, depending on what you order). Atmosphere is nice, service pleasant. Can't say anything but nice things!
(5)Matt C.
I had great expectations going into this place. Sadly, they were not met. It went downhill from the start. We had reservations for two at the sushi bar. We arrived, a gentleman was in front of us asking for a table. There were none open due to them being held for reservations. There were four seats open at the bar, he asked if he could wait there. All fine and good. The hostess returned after seating him and told us it would be a minute as they had to clear the other two seats. We waited for them to finish, as they finished cleaning the seats the gentleman asked to be moved to those seats. They moved him. I take issue with this for a few reasons. We had reservations, we were waiting for those specific seats. I would have had no issue if they seated us first and he waited. To make us wait and then seat him again is unacceptable and disrespectful. Once we were seated the wait staff was inattentive, the place isn't that big either...There were some bright spots as well as some detractors when it cam to the food. I had the slow roasted pork belly as an appetizer. It was wonderful, perfectly cooked. It came out in a beautiful, simple bowl with its sauce, it looked immaculate. Then I noticed this glob of gunk on the inside of the bowl, at first I thought it was dirty but it was actually an accompanying horseradish. I don't think it should have been served that way, I wasn't sure what I was supposed to do with it, but the dish was really good. When the sushi arrived the plate looked good except for the volcano like roll, one third of it was burnt black to a crisp. I don't know how they could even think about serving it. Although the flavor of that roll was amazing I can't believe they served it that way. I refused to eat the burnt section. The other rolls we got were average, we got a spicy yellow tail, spicy tuna and an eel and avocado roll. We also got their Costa Rica roll, while the flavors were good it was rolled horribly. Falling apart at the seams, smashed a little, very unprofessional job. There are better options for sushi in Vienna. I won't be returning to this establishment ever again.
(1)Anderson T.
DELECTABLE! Went for a friend's birthday. She decided that the best time was Happy Hour, which was 5:00PM - 6:30PM. We ordered: Shrimp Tempura Chicken Kara-age Pork Gyoza Salmon Sushi Yellowtail Sushi Tuna Sushi Shrimp Tempura, Eel, Avocado Roll Scallop Roll (Scallop, Avocado, Imitation Crab, Cream Cheese) Salmon Jaw (salted with ponzu sauce) Tempura was battered and fried at a proper heat that it was perfectly crispy. Chicken Kara-age was magnificently crispy and tasty. Pork Gyoza--good, but it almost always is. Salmon/Yellowtail/Tuna were all so fresh and not "fishy." Shrimp Tempura roll was the same as they always are, but the really good tempura technique made it shine. The scallop roll was massive and so delicious--it sounds like random stuff combined in a roll but it was very, very good! Salmon Jaw - It was roasted and salted, the only complaint I had with it was that there were bones. But it too, did not taste fishy, and if you're a fan of grilled salmon, you'd love this thing! Would definitely go again, and bring any and all of my friends who love sushi.
(5)Trae S.
Just nothing special. Not a bad experience overall, but there are certainly better sushi joints in the area that are far more worthwhile to check out. Also, the water tasted eerily of fish as if the ice racks are actually sitting in a freezer with the fish. When I requested water without ice, the problem seemed to be solved. Pretty nasty.
(2)Shannon W.
Wow! Have been wanting to try this place out for a long time and finally made it in for lunch today. Good service and GREAT food. I got the Caterpillar Roll and the Mark Roll and I have to say that it may have been the best sushi I have ever had (and I have had a LOT of sushi). Can't wait to go back.
(5)Donna E.
I want to love this place. I've tried several times. it's in a lovely setting on historic Church Street with a brick patio with a few tables for outdoor dining (more about this later). The menu is large and the food is fashionably presented. But.... It's tiny and the table turnover is small. So there's usually a wait. The staff isn't very friendly and doesn't try hard to seat you. They'll just say, sorry, no tables, and that's that. If you are proactive and linger, you'll notice that a few tables are finished and are waiting for their checks. An aggressive host would say of course, we'll have a table for you in 5 minutes. No. they're content to let you walk away. Now the outdoor patio is charming with lovely dwarf trees and vines. It can easily hold 6-8 tables. There are 3, spaced really far apart, and are bistro tables that seat 2-3. Everyone always wants to sit outside. I don't know why they don't put more tables out there. Now for the food. Some dishes are great. Some just so-so. Their avocado isn't quite as ripe as it should be sometimes so it has that tasteless flavor. The prices are conducive to an upscale sushi restaurant but they need to fine tune their food and operations somewhat before achieving this reputation. It's an impressive place to take someone, but there are better choices in town.
(3)James S.
Excellent food. Fresh made sushi. Great presentation. Mild service but the place was packed so it's ok. It wasn't rude just a bit chaotic. Even though this place is tiny it's well layer out and I love the decor. Will definitely come back since it's near where I live. ^_^
(4)Steven D.
Boy, do I regret not coming here often enough now that I won't be back in VA for a while. Picked up some sushi and rolls to go for a pretty late dinner since it was kind of the way back. It's tucked away in a little neighborhood with a few shops but mostly residential. It was definitely a different side of VA I have never seen before. I ordered a rainbow roll, spicy scallop roll, hokkigai (surf clam), and tai (red snapper). I wasn't overall impressed because my rice was kind of dry and hard, but the fish was fresh enough to make up for it. I recently started eating sushi without soy sauce or as little as possible and I'm glad I am because you can taste so much more of the fishes this way. And they give a generous amount of ginger and wasabi which is a plus for me since I'm a fan of the ginger :) I definitely wouldn't mind coming back here when I'm in the area.
(4)Choco P.
I visited this restaurants a few more times. I noticed that the owner doesn't say "welcome" or "thank you" to all of the customers. He only does to the regulars and --- who knows. He looks at you when you come in or leave. He even stares at you without a smile or a word. It's very weird. I know it doesn't matter how much $$ you spend on their food. I'll look for other restaurants run by people with a better attitude.
(1)Madame T.
I love this place therefore I do not frequent it. That way I do not spoil myself and appreciate it more. This place is truly a gem. New but hidden from the main street of Vienna. I usually go early before it gets crowded. It's a small place. I usually order Chirashi if I am in the mood for raw fish or Sushi. I am so glad that I live in the vicinity.
(5)Amanda M.
I really don't understand the reviews. The sushi is GROSS. I have to put it in caps. We ordered about $75 between two of us in sushi, $20 in appetizers and we didn't take any home, we left almost all of it on the plate. I would never recommend this place to anyone. You are also required to make a reservation, they do not take walk-ins but you are welcome to wait, which could be awhile. There is only enough seating for about 36 people including the sushi bar area. I was totally shocked at how small it was. Service is blah! Go somewhere else for sushi, I mean the mall has better stuff than this!
(1)Quyen D.
I made a stop there to place a to go order, service was excellent I was helped right away, I was offered something to drink even though I was dinning in, the owner was absolutely friendly and too care of my order right away. I will Definately come back!!!
(5)Mary A.
My fav sushi spot in Vienna. The sushi is always always DELICIOUS!!!
(5)Melody H.
The lunch sets are an unbeatable value. Super fresh fish in generous portions - get the chirashi for $13 and try to tell me it wasn't worth every single cent. For the chirashi lunch special alone, 5 stars. I tried the chawan mushi (steamed egg with seafood) and I was unimpressed. The tempura udon was okay, but nothing special. The real draw here is the fish. The sushi lunch special is delicious, as is the sashimi, and the sushi set comes with a truly delicious spicy tuna roll with avocado, the kind of spicy tuna roll that puts other spicy tuna rolls to shame. If you work in the area, sneak our of the office and treat yourself to lunch. It's not fast food, and it's not super fast service as they are always busy. They are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Plan accordingly!
(5)Jiin L.
Satisfying!
(4)Yelpowitz E.
Wow... I just finished my sushi dinner. When I came in the yoshi sushi I was not even hungry, but food was do great I just had to eat everything... The miso soup and salad, then some shimp tempura and a few of the signature sushi rolls... I am glad I was not too hungry, because I could wait the long time it took them to bring the rolls out, but the wait was certainly worth the food!
(4)Liz A.
Food is beyond fresh and melts in the mouth. I finally found "my sushi place" in the area. Moved here from California and have been trying out different places but none of it is up to par. Service is acceptable but food is beyond great. 80% of customers are Japanese so that should be an indication of how good they are.
(5)Jessica P.
By far the best sushi in Northern Virginia! The place is tiny, so make a reservation, even on week nights. The fish is very fresh and the service is great. The spicy crunchy tuna roll is my favorite, the shumai is also out of this world! Also, the prices are much lower than some other sushi places in the area that are no where near as good! If you're a sushi fan, you'll love Sushi Yoshi!
(5)Jeremy C.
Listen to everyone else and get the Chirashi. As others have mentioned, you get a plate of seasoned rice, along with ~12 pieces of very yummy sashimi. The seasoned rice is amazing - there must be at least 20 ingredients on the plate, ranging from tamago to shrimp to many different kinds of pickled veggies! A ton of food, very original and a total steal at $18. I also had some gyoza which were fine, but nothing special. Clearly people come here for the sushi and particularly the chirashi - you should too.
(4)Timothy L.
Probably my favorite sushi place in the area. Tachibana in McLean would be a close second. Try the salmon belly. They have great HH hour specials as well.
(4)James K.
Wow does EVERYONE love this place or what? I have to play devil's advocate and give my 2 cents about what I thought about this place. First of all, price wise, it is not bad. This place is so flexible with the quantity of what you can order. Some rolls you can order half instead of a whole. Very convenient for us diners. Happy Hour is nice where they have single priced sushi for a buck something, cheap appetizers, easy on the wallet which is always a plus! But I do have a complaint(s).... I have been eating sushi for many many years, and trust me, I am not someone who calls myself an expert yet all I know is what a California Roll is. Heck Ive seen some "experts" who cannot even pronounce or knows what yellowtail or salmon in Japanese is. Of Course that doesnt necessarily mean you are an "Expert" but you get the drift.... Anyways, I am not sure if this was bad luck or what, but the sushi that I ordered (various) was NOT good due to the cutting of the fish being 1 star quality. I did not care before, however I am realizing how important it is for fish to be cut. Big piece of fish at the same price may cause many to say "HECK YEA!" but when it comes to good sushi, it is really not quantity but quality. It really is amazing how the fish is cut can really make or break the taste (trust me, its not the same). I give this place 3 stars because of the way the fish was cut (big fat slab literally) on top of a big lump of sushi rice. I expected more out of this place taste wise but again just my opinion, if you are looking for authentic nigiri this is not the place....but again maybe it was bad luck and a new helper cut my sushi.... One of my favorite sushi is Uni (sea urchin). California Uni is very buttery and creamy, cannot get enough of it. However the Uni they use here (obviously because of the cheap price) is from Maine. Very bitter with a nasty taste....
(3)Amy N.
overly hyped much? I have to say this place is very cute. however, it is extremely small. after reading many reviews i decided it was probably smarter to call ahead. i had reservations for 3 at 8pm. i arrived early i was surprised how busy it was because it was a weeknight. we arrived at 745 and was asked to wait. i told them that i had reservations and the nice lady said it would be a couple minutes. after about 5 minutes she told me there were people in front of me who came first and that the wait was like something ridiculous like a half hour. im like huh a half hour but i had reservations. she then proceeded to seat us when she found out we werent walk ins. onto the food. we ordered pretty basic smoked salmon sashimi, the sushi yoshi roll (it was the one that was wrapped in mango and what not) the shrimp tempura roll, other sashimi and a seafood pancake. the seafood pancake i could have done without i think if i remember correctly a bbq sauce. it tasted ok but not amazing. i do have to say i agree with other reviewers that the fish here is very fresh. the smoked salmon was amazing. the biggest disappointment was the rolls that they had. they were rolled poorly and tasted very bland. the sushi yoshi roll didnt taste anything like mango the salad that was in it was bland it was just not that great i can imagine why people come here a lot. it really isnt a bad place. however, i do believe that it has been super hyped up...
(3)Y Y.
I am relunctant to write a review of this place for fear it might be swamped with too many customers and the charm of this little restaurant would be lost. But I cannot justify keeping a good thing to myself so against my better judgement here goes...... Sushi Yoshi is a charming little restaurant off the main thoroughfare on Route 123 in Vienna. It is situated at the end of a row of shop houses (there is a cool doggy store next to it!). Parking may be a little tricky during peak hours but if you look hard enough (or circle enough times) you'd be able to get a spot. You basically have these choices: (1) park in the very tiny private lot behind Sushi Yoshi, (2) look for street parking along Church Street / Center Street, (3) park at underground lot at 111 Church Street (you have to look out for the entrance along the same row of shophouses as Sushi Yoshi or you'd miss it in a heartbeat!) Now for the food. The fish is definitely fresh. I have been there a few times and very fortunately I have never been disappointed (p/s I have only been there on Saturdays). The tempura is crispy, light and fresh. You get that they use fresh oil (there is no stale oily smell you get from kitchens reusing their oil to fry). The food presentation is beautiful and you are almost relunctant to disburb the arrangment! I liked the shrimp tempura and the chirashi best. The chirashi is not your ordinary rice below with fish thrown on top. Instead, you are presented with a plate of rice with root vegetables arranged on the rice topped with a nice piece of unagi (grilled eel). Yum. The presentation is finished with a long plate of raw fish delight! Double yum! All very pretty. I regret that I have not had the presence of mind to bring my camera along (unlike Alicia G who almost always has hers with her!) to take pictures! The picture gallery on their website does not do justice to what their food actually look like! For the vegetarians out there - dont be dismayed! You can ask for a vegetarian version of the chirashi which they are very willing to accomodate. The a la carte sushi is pretty good since the emphasis is freshness here. The ikura (salmon cavier) was fresh and plump as it burst on the first bite! I definitely liked the fact that it did not feel as if I was having one of the cod liver oil pills! The spider roll (tempura soft shell crab) was plain delicious! I must admit that I am a "purist" so I have not ordered anything that has spicy mayo sauce squirted all round the plate so I cant comment on the "special" rolls. The service can be sketchy. On some ocassions, they were quick. On others, they were really slow. So I guess there is room for improvement here although they are always very friendly. There is a very small waiting space out by the front door so if you have no reservations and the place is packed, you may have to move outside (not great in wintry weather!!) The great thing about this place is that there are not overpriced given the quality of the food you get. I would definitely recommend this place. Only wished I discovered it yonks earlier! Just a note, Sushi Yoshi is closed on Sundays. They are not opened for Monday lunch either. They do lunch from Tues - Sat from 11.30am till 2.30pm and dinner Mon - Thurs from 5.00pm to 9.30 pm and dinner on Fri and Sat till 10pm.
(5)T.J. C.
There are basically three Japanese places around Vienna that are worth going to: Tachibana, Blue Ocean, and this place. The other two are slightly better, but this place is slightly cheaper.
(3)Kruella D.
I loved this place. It's small and staff is attentive. It's in a cute part of vienna on church street. I had great cali rolls, avacado rolls and spicy, crunchy white tuna rolls. It's a good date place for place or friends. Probably not good for big groups.
(5)JD R.
Perhaps they had just misplaced their mojo that night. I'm a big fan of Sakana, a couple of blocks away (that and Sushi Taro in DC are, in my opinion, the two best sushi restaurants in the region). However, at some level I must be a nationalist: I assumed that a Japanese-owned sushi joint should be better--or, at least, more authentic--than a Korean-owned place. If so, then perhaps "authentic" means "lower quality fish?" We walk in and wait for 5 minutes at the unstaffed hostess podium. Waitresses are walking up and down the two narrow aisles, making eye contact, but making no effort to either seat us or get a hostess. Finally, the hostess emerges from the back room. No apology or welcome (nor the traditional welcome from the sushi bar)--just a quick grabbing of menus and walking to one of the empty tables. Not a great start, but hey--maybe this is authentic? Point to Sakana. So, we sit and look at the menus. I will say that the selection is quite broad, both in sushi and in cooked entrees. Point to Yoshi. We order: Braised duck breast appetizer Ankimo (monkfish liver) appetizer Sanshoku chirashi (salmon, white tuna, and eel sashimi on a bowl of sushi rice) Uni (sea urchin) sushi Unagi (freshwater eel) nigiri Sake (salmon) nigiri Botan-ebi (large, raw shrimp--"peony shrimp"; like amaebi, but bigger) Salmon belly sashimi Toro (fatty tuna) sashimi Uzura (quail egg) sushi (with tobiko, the flying fish roe) Escolar (erroneously labeled as "white tuna") sashimi Chicken curry udon (noodle soup) Fresh wasabi The way they do their a la carte ordering is actually quite smart: The order sheet is laminated, and you use a dry-erase marker, saving paper. The one star is for this environmental consciousness. Point to Yoshi. I also like that you order each sushi or sashimi item per piece, so you can get a pretty broad selection (as I did) without being a pig. Point to Yoshi. They were out of duck and ankimo, which was a real shame, since ankimo is one of the items on which I judge a sushi restaurant (along with fatty tuna (toro), sea urchin (uni), escolar, and salmon (sake)). If you're going to have an item on your "Specials" menu, stock it. This was a Saturday at lunchtime, not a Wednesday. Point to Sakana. Ah, well. At least the waitress did not pressure me to substitute other items for the out-of-stock dishes. The food arrives piecemeal: First the soup, then some of my sushi, then my daughter's chirashi. When you have some dishes that need to be enjoyed hot, and others that are best cool, it probably isn't the best idea to bring one ten minutes before the other. Bringing the three-year-old's order last is just plain stupid. Big point to Sakana. This place would still get three or four stars, despite the service, if the fish had been stellar. As it was, the toro was too chewy (more chu-toro rather than otoro) and overly cold (too recently defrosted). Yes, deep freezing kills contaminants and is required by law. No, you should not serve the fish before it has returned to edible consistency. Point to Sakana. The escolar was good, but nowhere near as good as it is at Sakana. The uni tasted stale. It reminded me of the first time I tried uni, after which it was three years before I would try it again. Big point to Sakana. The sake tasted fresh, but the consistency was stringy. There was no discernable difference between the sake and the salmon belly. Again, point to Sakana. The botan-ebi, uzura, and unagi were excellent, as was the curry udon. Point to Yoshi. In fact, I had the thought at that moment in time that we would come back just to try other cooked dishes (but certainly not the sushi again). To this point (pun intended), they would still have gotten two or three stars. Until I got the bill. On which was the out-of-stock ankimo and the duck breast. When I (very politely) pointed out that they had charged me for these two items, the waitress said, "you didn't get those?" and walked away without another word. I kid you not. Loss of all points for Yoshi. While the bill was corrected, there was no apology for the error, which leads me to believe that maybe it wasn't accidental. Or is failing to take responsibility for a mistake part of the "authentic" Japanese dining experience? Maybe my expectations were too high. I'll tell you one thing: Even in my secret heart, I will never again assume that a Japanese sushi chef is more likely to prepare sushi well (or take pride in his sushi skills) than a Korean. It completely depends on the individual's skill, training, and artistry--and for the best combination of those in the DC area, I'm heading back to Sakana.
(1)Allie S.
Their dinner box is the best value I've seen in a long time. The food is all incredibly tasty and I can't wait until the next time I get to go there.
(5)C K.
Visited this place with my family essentially because I found this place from restaurant.com . All of us really liked this place. Food was good, sashimi portion was generous, and it wasn't overpriced. Only thing we didn't like as much was Sukiyaki. For $16.95, it was pretty small and too sugary. But overall, this is one of the better Japanese restaurants we've been to in a long while. We'd definitely visit this place again.
(4)Hung L.
Deluxe Chirashi is great!
(5)Tracey W.
Cute little place in the heart of Vienna. I had passed by many times and it was always packed so I made sure to call ahead on a beautiful friday evening expecting it to be busy. Luckily found parking in the back and we were able to snag the last outdoor table. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive. We got a combination of rolls and sashimi, which came out extremly fresh. The sashimi were thick cuts of the softest, vibrantly colored fish. The rolls were a good combination of fish and rice. One not overpowering the other. Getting the check was a little bit of a wait when they got busy but overall it was a good experience and we'll be going back again.
(4)Alexander S.
Twice I've gone to this place and twice I've been disappointed. The restaurant is small and, for its size you would expect relatively prompt, quick service. Unfortunately it seems that the sushi chefs simply cannot keep up with the demand of even a small crowd. There are what, 15 tables total? We ordered a chirashi dish, a sashimi dish, and the renkon salad. The miso, renkon, and drinks arrived relatively quickly. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. Our main courses took about 45 minutes to arrive, and when they did the cut of the sashimi was abysmal. Very shoddy knife-work (crooked cuts, trailing pieces, etc), coupled with salmon that looked...weathered (although it tasted ok). The fish itself was unexceptional, mutilated yes, but otherwise ordinary. All in all, it's not worth the wait to get a table, and DEFINITELY not worth the wait to get your food. There are plenty of dependable nearby sushi places that I would rather spend my money at (Tachibana comes to mind).
(2)Joanie C.
Two words describe this place. OVERRATED & RUDE. Sushi we got was only mediocre, nothing to brag about. We came in, ordered - then were told they close in 10 minutes!! A bit early for Saturday night, but regardless, we were still polite eventhough we were basically pushed outta there as fast as possible. The male waiter was nice about the closing...BUT the female waitress was beyond rude and nasty. I never plan to come back. Go to one of the many OTHER well rated sushi places all over Vienna.
(1)Jae H.
Here's the thing. The food is good and I would say well priced for the quality and taste but what bothers me most, and I have come to the point to write it up, is the following. I often have lunch, and the restaurant is filled with Asians, which speaks volumes for its reputation and quality HOWEVER; if you are not Asian, you do not receive the exact same quality of fish and portion. I noticed the popular Lunch Chirashi portions of fish and quality of fish look much better on the plates served to the Asians. Tuna, red and fresh, larger portions of fish. I have ordered this many times and I seem to get the left overs on the plate. Last visit I actually spoke to the server and I asked her why my tuna is brown and the other plates had vibrant red, and why they had more pieces of fish, larger. She pretended not to see the difference but is was as apparent as a pimple on the tip of the nose. This is not right and since we all pay the same price, they should not discriminate. I am wondering if they have an Asian selection and all the others differ. There is a difference and next time, I will send it back.
(4)Curious G.
First off, this is the best sushi I've had in a long time. The fish was top quality and very fresh. the nigiri sushi is priced by the individual piece and is reasonably priced for each type. They actually sell cuts from the fatty belly of several fish, not just tuna. I had tuna belly (mid-grade toro), yellowtail belly, salmon belly, snapper, scallop, spicy tuna, anago, surf clam and tekka maki. They have a rolls menu but I tend not to order special rolls anymore, even though they are beautiful, tend to fill me up and hide the flavors of the fish. This place is primarily a sushi bar that has some standard Japanese fare for the non-sushi eater such as tempura and teriyaki. It is a good sign when you see Japanese business men at a Japanese restaurant. The one thing is that they were asking walk-ins if they had reservations and turning them away when the place had half of the tables empty so you might want to call ahead, even if it is ten minutes before to make sure they give you a table or a place at the sushi bar.
(5)Shadow M.
My new favorite sushi restaurant! They're located in old town Vienna and have outdoor seating. The service and sushi exceeded my expectations. Stop in during their happy hour (by 6:30pm) for great deals.
(4)at s.
this is our favorite sushi spot in the area. the quality is excellent. and the prices reasonable. If you get there early enough for happy hour specials, the prices are a real bargain. one catch is that you need a reservation. this place gets packed fast, and sometimes you can't get a table if you try to just walk in.
(5)Bobbi Rae S.
salmon and tuna were fresh, no fishiness. a bit stiff, not buttery at all. mackerel was chewy and stringy--inedible. mango roll was bizarre in its juxtaposition of flavors, but this is the nature of the beast. staff was nice at first, but became rude about half an hour before closing despite notice of a late reservation.
(2)Patrick S.
Good food, friendly staff, nice variety of food. Sit at the bar.
(4)N J.
I am just starting to get into sushi and this is one of the better places I have tried. It is a nice clean restaurant...though on the small side. Because it is so good and people really seem to like it I can see how it could get packed. My friend and I ate at the bar today and those were the last 2 seats avaiable. The chef was really nice and efficient. I look forward to expanding my sushi horizons and from what I can tell this is one of the best places to do it!
(4)jenny h.
I'm definitely a bit of a sushi snob and I am willing to pay a lot for good sushi. While Yoshi is no Makoto, it is my favorite casual sushi spot in the DC area. It is fresh, there is is a wide selection of fish and small plates and serve is great! I would recommend Yoshi to anyone who wants to go to an authentic sushi restaurant. My favorites include the pork belly small plate and pretty much all the sashimi! My husband generally doesn't like vegetarian rolls, but he highly recommends the shitaki maki.
(5)Jennifer V.
This is a really nice, but small sushi place. It can get really crowded, especially on the weekends. Prices are pretty good.
(4)Jo M.
this place is avg at best.... i've been here 2-3 x, and i don't understand its popularity. service can be slow, it's a small space so they have tables where you wouldn't expect them, and i have to question the non-japanese people they have making your sushi. i don't know about others, but i also got the runs from this place..
(2)Amy N.
Love to go there whenever meeting friends in VA for lunch/ dinner. (However, you need to reserve early, in case that they are too crowded and gotta wait for an hr for table). Food is usually good. Very decent price. Love the hot special japanese appetizers, especially, the grilled pork cheek in miso. But it could be inconstant. Just one time, the nigiris were not as fresh as they were supposed to be. And, my friend had allergic reactions, which was the sign of the fresh-ness of the fishes. Staffs were very friendly. Although we had some not too fresh fishes for one time, we will still return there. Love that place in VA!
(4)Lisa d.
I know a lot of reviewers like the "cozy" aspect but it was like eating at a NY city chinatown share a table place - ok- exaggerated but we were in top of of other eaters. I felt bad for the first table you walk right into to check with the "hostess stand" (no space for the the hostess to stand).. on to the food- I had the sashimi special (lunch) and friend had another one fo her favorites- it just wasn't that great- good- but not great. The reviews are what brought us here but I don't think the food we both had and the super cramped tables (maybe when it's not busy it would be "cozy"?) justify us making this our place to go..
(2)david y.
the fish is fresh, but for my taste i prefer the rice to have a little more of a sour flavor. for this reason i prefer tachibana.
(4)Jessica G.
What a cute little corner sushi restaurant! The service was very good -- super attentive but not over-bearing. I had the spicy tuna roll (unoriginal, I know), but this one was what I've been looking for: a little crunchy panko/tempura in the middle with some scallions and not loaded with spicy mayo. It was delicious! The Mexican Roll was very hearty -- it had a ton of stuff going on. I was stuffed after two rolls, miso, and salad (which came with). Will definitely come back. One small caution: parking is tough.
(4)Jorge C.
I've been to a lot of Japanese restaurants all over VA/DC and I must say I was really surprised when I went to Sushi Yoshi. All the staff was Japanese and they were all nice and friendly. I had the squid kara age for my appetizer since I like Calamari, I was expecting calamari to be honest but i got squid legs which were really yummy. For my entree I had a bento box with the chicken teriyaki which was THE BEST CHICKEN TERIYAKI I've ever had, but that's my opinion. By the way the bento box is huge and it comes with a lot of things not mentioned in the menu, including fish croquettes. For our sushi roll we had the Dragon Sushi, in my opinion this is the best thing we had all night. Not only did it taste delicious but it also looked sooo cool! It literally looks like a dragon. There's a picture of it on their website and while I thought it was a little overpriced for a roll ($9.75) we were more than pleased to pay that price once we got it. It had about 8 delicious pieces. But yeah I kinda fell in love with this place, you should try it!
(5)Jocelyn H.
The food is great here. Very good chirashi as many have said and very nice sushi, tempura veggies, standard stuff. Best thing we've found is the happy hour menu that I think runs until 6:30 - totally worth it to go early and get some good bargains. They also participate with restaurant.com and you can get a $25 certificate for $2-5. The service has been fine every time we've been - not super friendly or anything but not memorably horrible.
(4)Lonnie B.
Very good Sushi. The Sushi bar is a little tight and behind the bar is much tighter. Felt sorry for the Sushi chefs. Very good staff and service. We sat at the Sushi bar on a Sat night with no Res and no wait. It looked like a small wait for a table. Definitely a res if your going to sit at a table. A little cluttered in the kitchen, but very clean. They cleaned after making every dish that we saw leave the sushi bar. Groups of more than four might have a problem.
(4)Mina P.
The sushi here is so good and there's an extensive menu on many different types of sushi. So many choices..therefore, I have to come back and try something new again. Their Chirashi comes with a LOT of food and delectable. In my opinion, it's something that 2 people can eat. Their special rolls are also great, especially the rainbow roll. Their tamago is the best I've ever had. I always get their fresh wasabi and their mochi ice cream for dessert. Mochi is great because it's small and not too filling after a meal.
(4)Luvs T.
The best sushi restaurant in DC metro area. Sushi is super fresh and just delicious. My favorite is the spicy tuna salad but everything is great. The restaurant is small without alot of tables. I've been here 3-4 times and each time has been great with food and service. Their sashimi is just the right size and fresh. Highly recommend it for all sushi lovers.
(5)Pumpkin S.
If you're looking for an authentic Japanese restaurant, look no further. This is the MOST AUTHENTIC Japanese restaurant I've been to in the DC/MD/VA area, and the evidence is in the diners-- the majority of them, when I went last week, were Japanese. The sushi is very fresh... the saba (mackerel) was wonderfully flavored and just melted in my mouth. The miso soup is also well-made and flavorful. The service was a bit slow, but prices on the lunch menu are unbelievably reasonable (It was $11 or $12 for the chirashi, which was the most authentically-prepared chirashi I've had in the United States). If you know what Japanese food is supposed to taste like, you'll enjoy this restaurant.
(5)Kirby T.
I've been to Sushi Yoshi several times and have always enjoyed my meal. On a recent visit however, I was very disappointed. The wait staff was inattentive and I had to ask several times for tea refills and water. My dinner companion never received the water he requested. I ordered the bento box and it was a horrible mixture of unknowns items. There was a dark, heavily seasoned meatball that we think was made from salmon. There were two heavily fried dumplings that had a lot of a spicy sauce on them. There were two other breaded, fried fishy things that were served with tartar sauce. It was all kind of weird and there was no description on the menu as to what was in the box except for a choice of tempura, sushi, or sushi/sashimi. I had ordered the tempura because I wanted the sushi box, but wanted more rolls instead of sushi and was told that there were no substitutions. The tempura was okay, but I burped stale oil the rest of the night. The box also came with chicken teriyaki, which was tasteless. It was thin, hard strips of chicken that had a little sauce on it. My meal was horrible. This was not a Japanese bento box. We ordered a special appetizer that was supposed to be a citrus/soy hamachi. It came as overcooked, dry chunks of fish with no hint of soy or citrus. We finished our meal around 9 pm and the waitress came up and asked us if we wanted anything else because they were getting ready to close. I looked around and saw that there were several people at the sushi bar and several tables of customers that were still eating and couldn't understand why we were being rushed. All in all, it was not a good experience. There are other sushi and Japanese restaurants in the area that are much better, have better service and definitely have better food.
(2)I. P.
our fav sushi place. fresh sashimi. portions are adequate. you can choose your portion of rolls - half portion which I think is (6) small pcs or whole roll. I tend to go for half so I can sample a good variety. they have a creative list of rolls which better suit my palate. i like their spicy scallop, spicy tuna, fresh real crab (as opposed to imitation) rolls, and also one with fresh jalapeno peppers. i try something new everytime we go and have been there multiple times. I also really enjoy their kitchen (cooked) menu. Esp. their pork belly cooked in special sweet soy sauce. Fatty goodness all around. My husband enjoys their tempura and udon. The steamed custard egg is good...and they offer complimentary salad and miso. service is ok. they are always busy. staff is not chatty but for the most part, they deliver. our dinner guests also liked they chirashi (sashimi on a bed of rice). the place is small so call ahead. some parking in the back of the building and street parking. Walkable to a few cafes, ice cream place, and middle eastern market.
(4)Lisa E.
Just ate there for lunch and the buttery deliciousness of the sashimi still lingers with me. I eat sushi at least once a week at various places around the Northern Virginia area and I can now definitively say I have found the best sushi in the area for the most reasonable price. I ordered the 'Lunch Sushi' which came with the requisite small miso soup, salad with 'special dressing' and a plate of stellar sushi and sashimi. For just $9 I got a spicy tuna roll that had the great complex spiciness of fresh chilies and 6 piece of perfect sashimi. The tuna melted in my mouth and the eel was pleasantly smoky without the cloying sweetness that so often accompanies it at other restaurants. As I left I couldn't help but notice what the other patrons were eating including a delicious looking noodle salad with exotic vegetables and little jewel like cubes of fish that I will be sure and try next time I return.
(5)VT L.
We took a chance to get a table at lunch without a reservation and we lucked out. Good thing we got there early because we noticed others who arrived later had to wait because the restaurant is small. The wait staff is very nice and the waitress took extra time to look over our sushi order when I told her that I was vegetarian. She told me that the miso soup has bonito in it so I wouldn't be able to eat it. WOW! That extra second she took meant the world to me. The Chirashi was such a big portion and they presented the fish slices onto another plate (I think it's because there was so much of it.) The food came out as it was ready which means it is fresh, however, it also means that one person sits hungry and stares at the other person. Food portions were great, quality of sushi/fish was fabulous, and price is reasonable. Splurge on the fresh wasabi!
(4)Alice Z.
This place was a 100% hit with my Chinese parents, who always seem to insist that they could make the same dish at home whenever we eat out. Though sushi is their specialty, that is by no means ALL they offer. Their menu has a huge variety sure to please any palette -- from izakaya (Japanese tapas style appetizers, such as a range of broiled fishes and meats) to crazy exotic fusion rolls (my mom loves these) to more authentically Japanese cuts of sushi (which is what drew me here). Best of all, the total for our party of 3 was only ~$90 (including tax and tip). Mind you, we wayyy over ordered, and took enough food home to feed me for the next day and a half. == FOOD == - Green tea - ok I know who cares, it's tea, but this is huge to me! Fortunately, they have fantastic green tea, it tastes like its from Japan. - Young's Chirashi deluxe ($28) - HUGE! Comes with a giant bowl of sushi rice + all the toppings (pickled vegetables, eel, etc) and the raw fish actually comes on the side. A good variety: 2 types of salmon, tuna, white tuna, mackerel, yellow tail, uni, etc. Not the BEST quality fish I've had but definitely amongst the fresher ones in nova - Pork belly - tender and marinated well, hard to mess this one up - Make roll - good to see that a good authentic restaurant can also do crazy fusion rolls too. - Shrimp and veggie tempura - good amount of batter so it's crispy and light, not heavy and batter covered - Boston mackerel - authentic, nothing to write home about == ATMOSPHERE == SMALL place, maybe 10-15 tables, well lit. Full of coworkers out to dinner, or partners discussing business. Very few big tables so make sure to call ahead if you have a large party! == SERVICE == Wow, slow. I think the waitresses are way overworked (I think there were 2 working the whole restaurant while I was there). It took us like 10 min just to get the menu. Otherwise the waitresses are all very nice and polite. Seems like its Japanese run (not Korean run like many other Japanese restaurants). == TIPS == - MAKE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE. Wow this place was PACKED even on a Tuesday night. The only time I could get calling earlier that day was 8:30...otherwise the estimated wait time for walk-ins was ~1 hr. - FREE PARKING LOT in back. Small though, so if full, ample street parking next door.
(4)D. F.
My friend and I made a reservation about 45 minutes in advance on a Sunday night and were seated within minutes of arriving. The service was OK. We needed to ask for water refills several times and for our side order of rice to be delivered. At no point did the waitress check up on us during the meal. The sushi was served room temperature, which I didn't care for. The seaweed was really chewy! Seating was someone cramped but ok for us - I definitely wouldn't want to wrangle small children in the space! The outdoor space looked nice. I guess I was expecting more with all the good things I've heard about this restaurant, but I was disappointed.
(3)Kuen L.
This is definitely my favorite sushi place around the area. It's always so busy so making reservation is recommended especially during weekends. Their sushi is usually fresh and tasty with reasonable prices compared to other sushi restaurants. The bento boxes are good too. I would give this place 5 stars if the service was better. The waitresses are little rushy, which I understand since they don't have many seats in a such small restaurant. However, I don't like being rushed when I'm trying to enjoy my meal.
(4)Amie M.
The best sushi place in Vienna (of the 4 that we tried)! Our family LOVES sushi so we set out to find our favorite local sushi restaurant after moving to Vienna. Sushi Yoshi is the best! Prices are slightly higher than other sushi places, but worth it in my opinion and happy hour prices help. Restaurant is cozy and friendly. Atmosphere is lively and comfortable. Service is fantastic and the sushi is delicious! Recommend reservations even on week nights.
(5)Kristine K.
I am a huge sushi lover, and this is my FAVORITE sushi restaurant in Northern Virginia. You know this place is good because it is packed no matter what time or day of the week you come here. This place is not big or anything fancy, but its sushi is better than most fancy sushi restaurants. They are generous with their sashimi pieces and their fish are always fresh and of great quality. Even the simple rolls such as the Salmon Roll tastes amazing here. With their modest prices and generous portions, I always leave this place feeling full, which is not always the case after eating sushi.
(5)John C.
Absolutely love this place. Have been here several times, and their food keeps me coming back. Their sushi is heaven. My favorite roll is the simple tako (octopus), and they cut it amazingly. I wish I could give this place 4 1/2 stars, but unfortunately, there is no option. The only reason why I'm not giving it 5 stars was because the service wasn't phenomenal. It wasn't bad; they ladies were very nice, but it just wasn't "wow" service (during any of my visits). However, the food was definitely worth 5 stars, as I've mentioned already. Also, free soda refills would be nice... they should invest in a soda machine. Also, do not come without a reservation. The place is full and packed for a reason -- the food is just that good, SO CALL AHEAD OF TIME TO RESERVE!
(4)John J.
Try their chirashi! Great portion for your money. Below are the pros and cons of this restaurant: Pros: Great portions for the money you pay Awesome waiters/waitresses Pretty decent quality Cons: Tough to find parking spots Restaurant is a little too small, patrons may bump into one another
(3)Jane P.
Ahhh this place is my new favorite sushi place. Everything I tried here went above and beyond my expectations. So delicious and fresh. I got the chirashi. It came with an assortment of raw fish and a bowl of rice with all these delicious fixings. The sashimi was cut super thick and tasted fresh. It was perfect to eat with the bowl of rice. In the rice there was pickled gingers, pickled radishes, beef boiled in sweet soy sauce, shrimp, seaweed, an assortment of vegetables, eggs, and so much more. The flavor of the rice was perfect with the sashimi. I also tried their tempura green tea ice cream. This was a fried ice cream. It had the perfect amount of batter and ice cream. Who can say no to fried green tea ice cream. Definitely going back in the near future!
(5)Dale H.
Revisited our local sushi joint. As always, place is small with basically no parking and you don't even get an indoor seat unless you have a reservation. Anyway, food was excellent! Udon was well balanced with depth in flavour. Even the miso soup was thick; liquid and miso was well merged. Sushi is fresh with rich colors. Chirashi dish separated the fish and rice. Fish portion was generous, fresh and flavorful. Within the rice, there were various cooked fish where other joints would not add due to cost. The variety of these ingredients indicates attention to detail.
(5)Will C.
Another sushi restaurant that I can add to my arsenal when my sushi craving hits hard. So far my favorite in the DC/VA area is Sushi Capitol located in DC but since they aren't open on Sunday, Sushi Yoshi can temporarily take their place. Dining in on a Sunday at 6:30 the restaurant was pretty empty but I would still suggest making a reservation, it seems like it is impossible to get a seat without a reservation. Alexis K and I wanted to order their grilled yellowtail jaw however it was sold out so we went with the salmon head jaw instead. We ordered the white fish, scallop, yellowtail belly, salmon belly, chu toro, spanish mackerel, ebi (shrimp) nigiri and lastly a salmon skin roll. Their salmon jaw was pretty good, but I was really looking forward to the yellowtail jaw since Alexis gave it a lot of hype. The nigiri were all really good and my favorite was definitely the Spanish mackerel and the scallop. I wasn't too big fan of the shrimp since it the shrimp didn't seem too fresh and the salmon skin roll was really salty. The rest of the fish was prepared well and had a good balance of fish to rice ratio. Customer service is average, water is refilled and if a waitress is needed one can be flagged down easily due to the small size of this restaurant. Speaking about size, I would not recommend dining with more then 4 people at this restaurant because the area is cramped. I am glad I was able to try out this restaurant, even though my gf might not be the biggest fan of it I think it is pretty good considering what VA has to offer for sushi. I will definitely be back if I can't get a reservation at Sushi Capitol or if it is a Sunday. Tip: There are some parking spots behind the restaurant, if those are unavailable then street parking will be your only option.
(4)Dan M.
Alright so this place came highly recommended to me to check out for a good chirashi deal and good sushi quality overall. Now the person I spoke with did mention that it had been a while since they had ventured out here but I was content with the idea of a sushi joint not too far away from where ive been hoteling at. The joint itself is located on the corner of an intersection and parking can be kind of a pain depending on the day you go. The restaurant itself is not that big surprisingly and I would say they have 10 tables or so with a sushi counter that wraps around. The service is not bad and they are pretty quick with bringing out the food. I have come here a few times and my most recent trip I sat at the sushi counter squeezed between two people. They definitely are packing a lot of people in a tight space. I decided the best way to figure out the quality of their sushi would be to order a large variety of nigiri (ouch to wallet). The miso soup came out quickly and was fine but nothing noteworthy. I am not a big "presentation" guy but I thought it could have used work when I saw the nigiri plate and sashimi plates. The rice to sushi distribution is not the best but I understand it used to be better so maybe just a downgrade? The quality was fine but nothing notable. Not sure if I just caught this spot in the wrong year but just an OK spot for me that I would not mind hitting up for convenience.
(3)Ana L.
Hands down the best sushi place in Vienna.
(5)Paul D.
I have a 4 year-old child with some food allergies. There are many things she can't eat, but she loves sushi! We've taken her to many sushi places in the DC area. There aren't usually many of her allergens we have to be concerned about at a sushi place, but there are some so we always explain the situation and ask if they wouldn't mind making sure the knife is clean and that they use a fresh or, at least, freshly cleaned cutting board. I'd like to think this would be the case anyway, but it's a good idea to double check. Took my family to Sushi Yoshi for mother's day lunch. I've been there many times with work friends and the food was pretty good. Thought my wife and daughter would like it. We explained the allergy situation to them and they said no, they wouldn't make sure the knife was clean or use a fresh cutting board. Manager was pretty unfriendly about it (in front of my daughter, who was pretty embarrassed) and it was clear that his concern was liability. He said i could bring in my own cutting board, but they wouldn't clean theirs. I should have asked ahead of time, but that's no excuse for that lack of courtesy or respect for your customer. To be honest, i understand that they don't want to take the risk of getting sued. My problem was with how incredibly rude he was about it and we had to leave. I've never left a restaurant like that before. He could have said he understood, or sorry but they're not setup for that, or any kind of response that included respect or kindness. We went to whole foods and they're always happy to make sure they're using clean knives and cutting boards. In fact, this is the first time we've been anywhere where this simple request has been denied. With the unfortunate increase in food allergies these days, i hope places like Sushi Yoshi make at least some concessions for the sake of their customers, or at the very least be willing to clean their tools!
(1)Paul S.
I came across this gem through a friend's referral. I ordered the Chirashi and it didn't disappoint. I usually order the Chirashi as my go-to menu item at various sushi restaurants, but none compares to the generous portion of sashimi from this place. Not only do they serve a generous portion, the sashimi pieces are nice and large and presented beautifully. I've only been there twice (twice in two weeks), but will go back again and again. Only downside, the place is really small inside, a little difficult to move around, and you are sitting very close to the other customers. Besides that, sushi is excellent! They're very busy, but they do take call aheads!
(4)Jade Y.
Chirashi Chirashi Chirashi!! I've ordered chirashi from a number of other sushi restaurants, but none of them can hold a candle to Sushi Yoshi's. First, they start you off with a small salad and miso soup. Then, they overwhelm you with a platter of thick, fresh, succulent pieces of sashimi (tuna, salmon, mackerel, etc.) with a plate of seasoned rice and a diversity of toppings. I usually order the chirashi with an additional roll, which turns out to be a good amount of food for two. Tips: - I highly recommend making reservations as the restaurant is pretty small and gets crowded. - Ask for green tea! - They don't skimp out on the chirashi experience even if you do takeout so don't be afraid to forgo dining in (see picture for reference)
(5)Phung H.
Very simple flavors, the ingredients are fresh and delightful. The service is attentive. The restaurant is VERY small and tight. Make reservations!! The rolls are small and kinda priced high.
(4)Henna C.
B Box , yummy~
(4)Lop M.
The quality varies a lot these days and their service is just too awful. Just because they have endless customers in line that doesnt give them a right to treat the customers like disposable shit. Much better off with carry out. But make sure you order at least an hour early. Ordered 40 minutes before I arrived and yet they still made me to wait for another 20 minutes. What the hell. Oh and they wont say sorry for even once.
(1)Albert L.
Finally got myself over to Sushi Yoshi after passing on chances throughout the years, and let me tell you, you're not going to find anything much more authentic than this. The size of Sushi Yoshi lends itself better to small groups or individuals, so be prepared to reserve or wait. I came in on a Sunday lunch (Easter actually), and I was promptly seated at the sushi bar with other patrons. The first thing that I noticed was that there were actually a good number of Japanese customers here! That is a great sign. The head sushi chef behind the bar is Yoshi himself, and it was cool to see him and his staff creating some amazing-looking dishes. I already knew that I wanted the chirashi from the stories my friends had told me. It is legendary status really. I told my waitress that's what I wanted, and she promptly brought out some green tea as well. The chirashi comes out on two plates - the rice portion and the fish plate. The fish is your standard cuts of tuna, salmon, whitefish, and some seared fish as well. The kicker is the squid strips on there! The fish all tasted very fresh and clean. They were cut into just the right size as well to let you enjoy the flavor of the fish without overwhelming your palate in one bite. Now, the rice plate is really something. Never have I seen something as pretty as this in the States. A large bed of sushi rice (read: vinegar-ed) with tremendous amounts of finely julienned snow peas, ginger, tamago, ebi (shrimp), a piece of cooked fish (maybe unagi), pickled radish, carrot, cubes of marinated radish, sun-dried tomato, lotus root, sprouts, and a cube of roasted pork. Whew. So many delicate flavors going on in that bit, it really was incredible. The rice was perfect, the ebi was sweet and cooked just right, the tamago had a soft texture with a hit of sweetness, the tomato had a subtle herbal taste, the roast pork had a deep soy flavor, and the julienned vegetables on top offsets the softer texture of the rice and fish with a nice crunch. Really, I cannot get over the finesse and layers of flavor in the chirashi. For lunchtime, it is a complete steal at $14 (after tax). Yoshi-san, you have won me over.
(5)Cathy H.
What was the best chirashi lunch deal in town is no longer. The rice portion has shrunk by half and the sashimi portion has shrunk by a third. No more spicy tuna and one less piece of every fish. I hate when this happens. Customers frequent an establishment for consistency and when a dish is no longer consistent, the customers must go elsewhere for a new favorite. I would still go back to Sushi Yoshi for their ankimo and sashimi, but for chirashi lunch, I will go elsewhere. Service is still good here, so if you're in the area and love sushi, don't let my chirashi rant deter you.
(3)Jamie G.
Awesome sushi spot in the burbs! Had the Salmon and tuna avocado. We were able to sit at the bar and watch the chefs in action. Will be back soon!
(5)Christina T.
If you're claustrophobic or have a baby stroller with you, don't go here! It's a tiny restaurant with tables all close to one another. I'm not claustrophobic nor have a baby stroller but just FYI. :) But they have the best Chirashi, ever! :D their rice is so yummy, (minus their miso soup always smelling like the Clorox cleaning product. I think it's their bowls and utensils that make it smell like that... Boohoo).
(4)Alexis K.
***3.5/5 STARS*** I have a bad relationship with sushi in NOVA, so I didn't have the highest of expectations coming to Sushi Yoshi with my family. My dad frequents Sushi Yoshi all the time after golfing with his buddies and he insists almost too passionately that it's the crème de a crème of sushi in the DC-VA-MD area. We had family over from LA, and my dad thought that Sushi Yoshi would be the perfect place to take our group of 6. We walked in promptly at 5PM without reservations; we were seated immediately. But I cannot stress the importance of making reservations if you want to dine in at Sushi Yoshi. By 5:30pm, it was totally packed! As many reviewers have already mentioned, there are very few tables in the restaurant and a couple seats up by the bar. Sushi Yoshi is definitely not ideal for larger parties (i.e. 5+ people). Our group of 6 was seated at their larger table, but we were still elbow to elbow. My dad, the Sushi Yoshi expert, ordered for our entire table. I honestly don't even know everything we had because he ordered so much, but we started off with braised pork belly and grilled yellowtail. The braised pork belly was average -- it tasted mainly of just soy sauce, so I was a little disappointed. The grilled yellowtail, however, was DELICIOUS. Definitely the highlight of the entire meal. Though this was just an appetizer, they give you a really large piece of yellowtail. The fish was melt-in-your-mouth good and had this addictive buttery quality to it. In terms of the sushi, my dad ordered a combination of nigiri (yellow tail belly, sweet shrimp, salmon belly, toro, live scallops, uni, eel, and more) and rolls (salmon skin roll, lobster roll, California roll, dragon roll, and more). I'm not the biggest fan of rolls, but I have to say that the rolls at Sushi Yoshi are comparatively better than other rolls I've had at sushi restaurants in NOVA. The nigiri was fairly good in quality -- the rice to fish ratio was on par, but the fish itself was just OK. The sweet shrimp and yellow tail belly were my favorites, but the others were unmemorable to me. TL;DR - I have yet to find good sushi in NOVA (DC is another story though - yay for Sushi Capitol!). While Sushi Yoshi is certainly better in terms of quality, I wouldn't say their sushi is anything noteworthy.
(3)Ariel S.
I think this place is trying way too hard, and it's not succeeding. The sushi was over the top with ingredients and flavors that it became too much. I ordered the bento box, and almost everything in the box wasn't mentioned clearly or at all on the menu. If i would have known about the extra, non-typical, things in the bento box, I would have ordered something else. The house salad and soup were tasty but those were the only things I really enjoyed. The gyoza was served cold. And the tofu and red snapper with broth appetizer, had no flavor. It just tasted like hot water. Meh. Not really a fan of this place. oh and the parking is awful. You're better off finding street parking.
(2)Pariya P.
Im always here for spicy tuna salad. Actually, before this i was NOT a fan of spicy tuna. But here they pick two different types for you; sesame seed oil and spicy-mayo base which makes the dish more flavorful!! In addition, the dish is perfectly added the crispy seaweed deep-fried as tempura between two spicy tuna layers. Yes, incredibly perfect combination!!! RESERVATION NEEDED BOTH PARTY OR EVEN SINGLE!!! :-)
(5)Jodie R.
If you're lookin' for sushi that won't disappoint -- Sushi Yoshi is the place to be! I've been here a couple times with my family and we continue to return because not only is it close to where we live, but also the sushi is quality. Fresh. Tasty. Deliciousness *^* But first things first: always call in to make a reservation! You can risk just walking in if you want -- but you may have to wait quite awhile. Lunch and dinner rush is especially extreme. Also, there aren't many parking spaces available, so expect to park a block or so away and walk to the restaurant! Since it was lunch rush, we had to wait a bit for the waitress to come to our table and ask for our drink order. Hot green tea is complimentary so don't be afraid to order/ask for it! For entrees, my dad ordered the tempura udon, my mom ordered the chirashi lunch, and I ordered the sashimi lunch. What I love about the fish here is that they give generous portions, so you'll always leave feeling full. The fish also tastes, and smells fresh (no fishy odor = quality sashimi/sushi). Plus, the slices are prepared perfectly (not too thick, not too thin) and the plates are always visually appealing. (The chirashi rice is also so addictive and seasoned to perfection). My sashimi lunch came with three different types of salmon, two different types of tuna (maguro and seared) & white tuna, yellowtail, and a slice of flounder. Definitely a generous portion. I don't mind salmon (it's my favorite) -- I love the nuttiness and fatty flavor of it. My dad enjoys variety and isn't a big fan of salmon, which is why he prefers Tachibana's sashimi/sushi's. I also like Tachibana's ability to give more variety; however, Sushi Yoshi, for its price and quality of fish, the chirashi and sashimi here are really good choices! Overall, $45 for a really good, hearty, quality meal (: Definitely one of the best sushi places in Vienna!
(4)Christine V.
Servise wise: They deserved a one star or zero if possible. We arrived there at 11:45am, so glad to see five or more EMPTY tables inside and one empty table outside. The lady said sorry it NEEDS reservation for a freakin' lunch time!!! The next table available would be at 1pm. This starving 8-month pregnant lady with a 6-yr old kid got basically turned down. Just like that! #Hangrybird #recommendsfirstcomefirstserve
(1)Linda P.
Ordered grilled hamachi jaw, sashimi deluxe, unagi sashimi, spicy crunchy tuna roll and spicy tuna hand roll. Overall food was OK, but not amazed for the price...Sashimi pieces are much slimmer than Sushi Prince. Servers were nice. I will go back to Sushi Prince for better value and taste.
(3)Katie L.
This is my favorite sushi place in Vienna because I love the brown rice option. My personal favorites are the Church St Roll and the absolutely mouth-watering Scallop Tempura Roll. There is a reason why there is always a wait for reservations, especially on the weekends. It's an authentic Japanese restaurant in historic Church St in Vienna with great food; it doesn't try hard to razzle dazzle because the food has substance. I am happy they're open for business in my area, and I make it a point to visit every week. PS: I'm not a fan of soy sauce so I love the mango and eel sauces they use for the special sushi rolls.
(4)Diana S.
What to eat: 1.) [Recommended] Sushi Yoshi is known for its chirashi and I must say the rice flavor and texture combination is better than I've had. The raw fish here is also spot on. Your meals comes with a complimentary seaweed soup and miso-ginger dressing iceberg lettuce small salad. 2.) [Not Recommended] We also ordered the special cucumber roll. Unlike the usual cucumber roll, the chef here adds a thick layer of vietnamese spring roll skin to the outside completely masking the crunchy freshness with a chewy, rubbery, inedible wrap. Each trio piece comes drizzled with a different sauce, all equally unsatisfying to the taste. Service: is quick and to the point. Server came by quickly, took or order and didn't come by again. Though since the restaurant space is tiny (refer to my picture), any of the three waitresses would have been easy accessible. Ambiance: My first and strongest impression of the restaurant was the smell. I have frequented many a sushi restaurant in my time and never have I smelled such a strong stench of old fish. This smell isn't the just-got-off-the-beach-and-we're-at-a-hole-in-the-Âwall-smelly-fish-restaurant, it's straight up wow-what-happened-here-why-does-it-smell-so-bad-Âthis-is-weird. *Three stars means "A-OK." Despite the tiny and cramp space, weird restaurant smell and poorly crafted roll, the chirashi rice is excellent and the raw fish melts in your mouth. And as a raw fish fanatic, I don't say that often. Therefore, I say Sushi Yoshi is A-OK.
(3)Lucy C.
I called in a little under an hour before I wanted to eat and they were able to accommodate my dining companion and me on a Sunday evening. Maybe I'm too accustomed to big city life, but I found it insanely bizarre that the whole place cleared out by 9pm. As per the recommendation of our server, we got a bottle of Bunraku sake, which was mildly sweet and super delicious and came in a beautiful blue bottle (which would make an adorable flower vase). Equally delicious were the hand rolls (spicy crunchy white tuna and avocado!) and their nice, thick cuts of sashimi. I think they forgot about our order of chirashi because it took forever to come out but it was worth the wait. I probably would have paid for just the rice with the yummy toppings, but the assortment of fish on the side definitely makes it the best bang for your buck. Just be sure to let someone know that you're coming here before you go in, in case of food coma or something-- cell reception is really bad.
(4)Andrew P.
I've been here a handful of times now.. and every time? Chirashi! Good pricing, great taste! The atmosphere with Japanese decor makes the place all the better. It's great for a small group or family. The bar is situated quaintly in front of the kitchen, and the staff finishes off the authenticity of this restaurant! If you're an avid fan of sushi, then you must try this place out!
(5)Jeanne K.
I came here for lunch on a Saturday. If you come on the weekend, I definitely recommend you make reservations. It's a small place with not that many tables. My friends and I ordered the chirashi lunch and the sushi for two. We enjoyed the sushi for two, but more so the chirashi. They are very generous with the amount of sashimi they give you, and there's a good variety. The rice is flavored on its own and comes topped with other seasoned vegetables which gave it nice flavor and a refreshing bite. The fish here was pretty fresh, but I would say Sushi Taro in DC is better in terms of fish quality. Still, Sushi Yoshi's chirashi lunch special is worth the visit, and for the price, even better.
(4)Mina C.
The parking here SUCKS. The restaurant is TINY. MAKE A RESERVATION. My coworker and I didn't, and we ended up in a weird seat RIGHT next to the door. We were lucky to have seating at all. Sushi Yoshi is near one of my favorite dessert places, so when we were looking for lunch one day, we decided to come here. The yelp reviews are phenomenal, so why not. I really liked the salmon teriyaki i ordered. I rarely order this dish, I am more of a sashimi girl myself. It was REALLY good here. A huge piece of fish, and it came out HOT. My coworker decided on rolls, but our lunches still both came with salad and soup! So it's a good meal. They also gave hot genmaicha (roasted rice green tea). I love tea, so this was an added bonus that I don't see at other sushi lunch places in the Vienna area. If I still worked in the area, I'd definitely come back for lunch.
(4)Thomas L.
Really good spot in vienna. Went with wife and ordered sushi platter for 2 plus a few Ala cart items. Hands down the fatty tuna was the best thing we had. Melts in the mouth. Mackerel was really good and I usually don't care for it. This is a restaurant I'll return to.
(4)Iori M.
Their Chirashi was ok, but the service was just awful. We went during the weekend which we understand it's a busy time, but they seated 3 of us in a tiny table which wasn't even big enough for 2. Our plates were basically touch each other's plates. And even when more table became available (without people waiting in line), they still wouldn't re-seat us to a bigger table when asked.
(2)Julie H.
Probably the best sushi restaurant in Tysons/McLean/Vienna area! Even on the busiest hours, they have friendly and pretty fast service. Went without reservation on a Saturday night, we were lucky and got a table for two (note: must make reservation on Friday/Saturday evenings, unless if you don't mind waiting 2 hours). It was so busy but the servers were very friendly and quick to get our orders. Food came out pretty fast too. Sushi sashimi was all so fresh and tasty!! We also got monkfish liver, (we never eat and dislike anything liver) but this was a pleasant experience, did not taste anything like liver. Also got fresh raw scallop sushi, which was fantastic!! I may have found my favorite sushi restaurant close to home!!
(5)Venn R.
This is the best sushi place in VA. Very fresh fish, generous servings, and quick service. Sashimi plates and unagi both excellent. No need to look for special rolls and all that. Here is plain sushi at its finest. My one complaint would be that it's always full so the wait can be long at peak hours. Worse on special occasion days. Otherwise highly recommended.
(4)J B.
All I can say is...this is where I go for the best sushi in the Oakton/Vienna/Reston area (although I will go to Whole Foods for lunch sushi frequently). I really enjoy this place... it has really fresh fish and my kids love the teriyake dishes. Make sure you call ahead to ensure you get a seat. I like sitting inside or at the bar. The outside needs some attention.
(5)Elisabeth E.
Tiny little place with very limited seating so if you want to get in here around the dinner hour you may want to call for a reservation. Nice and intimate with an inviting feel to the restaurant. We were greeted quickly and seated right away with our reservation we had. Server was very friendly though wasn't too familiar with gluten free. They did have gluten free soy sauce which was nice but since the menu does not specify and the server didn't know, best to stick with the sashimi. The sashimi was fresh and tasty. I love it when the fish is evenly sliced but nice meaty portions. I also had the edemame which was good. My friends had rolls and were all pleased. Food was served promptly and prices were reasonable. I'd definitely consider enjoying the sushi here again if I'm in the area
(4)Helen Z.
This may be my favorite restaurant in the NoVa area and definitely worthy of being my 100th review. Tucked away on a small side street and with limited seating, Sushi Yoshi may not look like much from the outside. If you are a fan of Japanese cuisine and can appreciate the subtlety of enjoying good sashimi, this is a must stop. My friend and I were lucky and got seated at the sushi bar even though we hadn't made reservations on a Sunday afternoon. From there, we could enjoy the view of chefs preparing the fish, browse the book on Japanese cuisine propped up on there counter, and proceed to enjoy one of the best meals I've ever had. We started with miso soup and a small salad. I don't know what dressing they use on those salads, but I'm a huge fan. The appetizers were just enough to stave off the hunger as we waited for my chirashi and his spicy tekka don. When our food arrived, I was confused for a few seconds. Yes, this was a huge bowl of rice (I ordered brown rice) with lots of colorful toppings of ginger, tamago, veggies, and dried fruit, but where was the fish? Then the waitress brought out the fish - an entire tray of assorted sashimi for me and an equally large tray of spicy tuna for my friend. Both of were amazed. Never have I had leftovers at a sushi restaurant but after slowly enjoying each delicious bite of sashimi, I was full halfway through the dish. $25 for a huge delicious serving of chirashi and enough for leftovers? Sushi Yoshi, you have won my stomach and my taste buds. I'll be back again soon!
(5)Dominion O.
Nice chiaowamushi steamed egg and uni sushi are both very good. Sashimi is excellent here!
(4)Christine T.
We decided to go get sushi here on Saturday at noon. Make sure and get a reservation because it gets packed on the weekends. We were seated immediately. Sitting at the bar, we ordered various pieces of sashimi. We made sure we tried all of the fatty fishes (which were very buttery and delicious). The sashimi was reasonably priced. In addition to the sashimi, we tried their Tim Tim roll and were not impressed. I have also heard great things about their chirashi and other special sushi rolls. I will have to come back on another day to try that out. Overall, I had a good experience. The waitress was friendly. The food was good.
(4)Melissa G.
Pretty fresh sushi. Very authentic. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. they kept calling our party just to make sure we were on the way because we were running a bit late.
(4)Cat P.
The first time I came here, I ordered some sushi as well as izakaya bites, such as fried squid legs. The fried squid legs and the raw fish were both tasty and fresh. And the restaurant, though small and simple, had an understated elegance. This time around, I came with my husband on a Saturday, at lunchtime, when the restaurant was already quite busy and many had already made reservations. We were told that we would be seated, though it would be understood that we only had an hour to eat since another couple was coming then. Okay. Sushi usually doesn't take long anyway. We ordered the sushi platter for two. It came out in about ten minutes and featured all sorts of wonderful cuts of fish. My personal favorite was this paler, fatty slab of fish that was buttery and delightful sans soy sauce. The other items, such as the salmon, octopus, and tuna, were also good. Here are my issues: The presentation was a bit on the sloppy side. I understand they were super busy and all, but I would expect a little more from a restaurant frequented by Japanese ex pats. The miso soup, usually soothing and delicious at more "authentic restaurants," was mediocre. The restaurant as a whole looked sloppy, too, haphazard. Blue Ocean, another popular Japanese spot for sushi, though nowhere near as popular as Sushi Yoshi, is rather small, but it's always neat and the presentation is always lovely. The fish I've had at Mikaku in Herndon is always just as tasty and looks much prettier on the plate. But the beauty of the food isn't only evident with the sushi; simple noodle soups and fried seafood are just as gorgeous. So obviously I have my favorites for "authentic," from my perspective, sushi. I'd rather go to Blue Ocean, or Mikaku, or Kotobuki, or even Sushi Prince, any day. Sushi Yoshi may have been worth the lines and the waits a few years back, but it's not worth it now.
(3)Sang-Keun K.
Quite possibly my favorite sushi place in Northern VA. I'd have to say that Sushi Prince in Fairfax City is probably a close second in terms of freshness and value. Everything from their appetizers to their platters are always on point and always fresh. The only downsides of the restaurant are the small seating area (make sure to make reservations, even same-day saves you a lot of time) and sometimes the slices of sashimi can be on the smaller end. I generally prefer the Chirashi dishes, which are uniquely presented with the seasoned rice and pickled vegetables separately dished from the sashimi.
(5)Brian M.
Came here for lunch with my parents. Definitely make a reservation here because space is limited and the restaurant is quite popular. I got the chirashi lunch while my parents got the sushi and sashimi lunch. We started off with the shrimp and veggie tempura which was pretty good, nothing too special but solid. The chirashi was really good. They give you rice with a bunch of veggies on top and then they give you the sashimi on the side so you can control the amount of fish in each bite. The only thing about the chirashi I would have wanted less of was the eel sauce on top which I felt made it too sweet but everything else was really good. Overall for the chirashi it was 12.95 and they give you a good amount of food. Overall the place has good Japanese food for a great price, you can't really go wrong with that Just get the chirashi. 90% of the restaurant ordered it.
(4)Kevin Jiseup K.
Chrisashi lunch combo is da truth. They give you so much sashimi and so much rice for $12 I feel sorry for robbing them every single time. I must admit though that it often becomes carbo overload, so I try to make myself feel better by paying 2 dollars more for the brown rice. The sushi here is so fresh and good, but if you get anything else here than the chirashi lunch special, you are a chump. Jk, maybe you just don't like sashimi. But then why would you come to a sushi restaurant...
(4)Vyvy H.
The best Japanese food in the DMV hands down! MUST TRY. Not just the sushi. Everything! This is real authentic Japanese food. At least the best you'll ever find around this area. Ask the servers for recommendations and don't be afraid to try different things. It's the ones that we don't know about that are the best!! Highly recommend the Takoyaki appetizer!!
(5)Binna L.
One of the best chirashi/Japanese place! I love their chirashi: good deal and great quality! The sashimi pieces are fresh and there's so many! I've come here a couple of times just for the chirashi and it's worth the drive. One of the best Japanese places in the dmv area. Make sure to make a reservation, they get filled pretty quickly especially on the wknds. They also have a brown rice option which is great for me!
(5)Cyndy K.
Cyndy's Bottom Line: a great selection of sushi and sashimi. I finally got a reservation so I took hubby for dinner so he could try his favorite uni and hamachi. He loved the generous pieces of uni and the freshness. The hamachi pieces were of good texture and taste. This is what we ate: Salmon avocado roll - delicious balance of avocado and salmon. Tekka maki - generous pieces of maguro. Pork gyoza - flavorful delicious. Sauce is ok. Salmon belly sashimi - good but I noticed there was a bit of skin left behind on a few pieces. Special Madagascar shrimp tempura with green salt. - good tasting shrimp with the fried shrimp heads but it wasn't fried to perfection. There was an oily residue as if it was not drained well or the oil was not hot enough. I prefer the fish over the rice here....
(4)KC H.
Chirashi lunch is delicious and great for sharing. Be sure to make reservations during the weekend because they get very busy. Service is nice and courteous. Definitely a sushi restaurant that I'll come back to often.
(4)Charry L.
They have the best chirashi!!! When you visit here for lunch try their lunch chirashi - best deal for the buck!
(5)Dinh P.
Had the Katsu, which is a battered and deep dried pork cutlet. It was super dry and not seasoned. Very bland. I was never a fan of Japanese food, my daughter wanted to eat here. But this place definitely made me never want to eat Japanese food again, besides a Ramen house :)
(2)Daniel P.
I loved sushi yoshi for a while. Their sushi was great. The last time I went turned me away. Their sushi was over processed and foamy feeling. I was shoved up against the awkward sushi bar with the unfriendly awkward stares. Sorry, I'll be going elsewhere.
(1)Drew N.
Been here 3 times, tried various things including sushi. Meh. Pretty mediocre. I always ask myself "why did we come back here?" Tonight was no exception. The sushi was ok, but the sushi rolls are not very good. They have a habit of sticking mango in everything, even when it's not listed as an ingredient. The Kara-age (japanese fried chicken) was not very good either, very thick pieces and quite hard. Our water glasses had lettuce or spinach or something floating around in them and when we asked for new ones, our grumpy waitress was NOT pleased. We ordered some other things that were pretty forgettable and they all came with super heavy mayo as a dipping sauce. Since when does tonkatsu come with mayo? Where the hell is the tonkatsu sauce? And when we asked for some, they had no idea what we meant, so they brought us "brown sauce" which was vaguely similar. If you go here and order tonkatsu, bring your own bottle of Bulldog Tonkatsu sauce. :P There were 5 servers working tonight, 4 of them were pretty nice, but 1 was not. She came to our table, took 1 persons order and then turned around and walked away. Wtf? Do I want to order food or a drink? Of course not, I just come to restaurants to play tennis. :P Been here 3 times, all of them were a mistake. If you want good Japanese food go to Tachibana or even Sakura (which is surprisingly good for a chain and the waitresses rock!) Never going back. Waste of time, money and patience.
(2)Jai S.
Best sushi in Northern Virginia. Even non-sushi eaters will love it here. I could eat here week maybe everyday. Come for happy hour great prices.
(5)Jaime Y.
Hmm.. 3.5 stars.. We ordered a variety of nigiri sushi and while a few orders were good, others were a bit disappointing. Not to mention, each piece came with a HUGE slab of rice that took away from the flavor of the fish.. yelp.com/user_local_phot… What we liked: botan ebi, uni, and engawa.. We were feeling adventurous, so we decided to try botan ebi and wow.. I'm glad we did because it was sweet and juicy! (And I usually don't care too much for sweet shrimp.) Engawa was crisp and flavorful.. YUM. It's starting to become one of my favorite orders of fish :). Uni was an orgasm in my mouth.. Too good to describe in words. However, the rice they put into each piece threw me off a bit.. It just didn't taste right. What we didn't like: sharp-toothed eel, spanish mackerel.. Sharp-toothed eel was so dry that it was difficult to swallow without gulping down water. Spanish mackerel was also on the dry side.. Why?? Definitely did not taste fresh.. The excessive amount of rice didn't help either. I would give this restaurant 4 stars if their rice quality/amount improved. Who knows, maybe we came on a bad day? There's a possibility we'll be back to try it again and I can update my review..
(3)Steven C.
Son is back from College and wants good Japanese, we finally got the reservation we want. The sushi combo for 2 and sashimi came first, very fresh and good. I liked the shrimp with the head roasted, ordered 6 more. It shows the attention to details. The yellow tail Jaw was excellent, one of the best I have had. Very juicy and good meat quality. The grilled mackerel was typical. I will definitely come back. This could be the preferred Japanese place for us. You should definitely make reservation.
(5)Daniel L.
If I could, I would give 1.5 stars - the .5 comes from the low prices, but be forewarned, you definitely get what you pay for. The freshness of the sushi is just non-existent. For me, when you start questioning the freshness of the sushi you're being served, it makes you start thinking... Will this make make me sick in the morning? it really starts putting a damper to your meal. Now I like my sushi and like to believe that I know fresh sushi when I see and taste it - for example, what you'd be served at tachibana (very fresh and authentic - came to yoshi for something different). We got the tako yaki - in 2 of the 5 balls, the squid was so hard you couldn't chew it. The other three were good. We got the tuna tataki in ponzu sauce - don't get it. The ponzu sauce is nasty, and cut with so much sesame oil or something that makes it bland - we actually returned it after a bight. The chawan mushi - was ok, but instead of chopping up the shrimp and chicken so it adds just a little texture to the smooth egg dish, they drop a hunk of chicken in with a limp shrimp - tail included. Pork belly tapas dish - I recommend, but definitely utilize the hot mustard paste on the side or it'll be way too sweet to eat. Rolls - their not evenly cut or filled, lacking a lot of attention to detail. Sushi you get at malls are prettier and better assembled - which says a lot. We got the sashimi platter and the sashimi was limp, dark, and had a funky texture... If I get sick tomorrow I'll know what it's from. My gf loves uni - sea urchin. Now this is an ingredient that goes bad quickly and is relatively expensive. So definitely something not to get here. It had a slimy texture (it should be mushy, but not slimy) and a funny smell. My gf took are a small piece and left the rest. Over all- we both agreed never to return. The only saving grace is that we found Nielson's custard across the street afterwards. A must go. Service is done by teenagers so don't expect too much professionalism, but the product is creamy heaven and the staff knowledgeable.
(1)Fan S.
Such a great taste! The in house made sauce coupled with special sushi, oh man I would love to pay visit to Yoshi regularly just for that! And the price is quite reasonable and the staff is as friendly and warm as it gets. Highly recommended~
(5)Branden L.
Solid food at competitive prices. Just make sure to call ahead for seats.
(5)Tyrese T.
I have been to almost every Japanese restaurant in the DMV and this is hands down the best you can get. It's not as expensive as sushi taro, but has the same quality. Be sure to try the fried shrimp heads with the amaebi.
(5)Lisa L.
This place is so cute. The servers are so friendly, kind and on point. The boyfriend and I were craving sushi so we decided to go somewhere different than the norm. Came across this restaurant on yelp and decided to give it a try. Took the advise of fellow yelpers and called in to make a reservation. They were only open for 15 minutes and the lines were busy. When someone finally picked up, she told me there was only one reservation available at the sushi bar. I was like fck it, I'll take it. Got there and the place was packed but it was also small. Ordered sushi for 2 and the salmon, avocado and roe maki. It was all fresh and delicious. I would definitely come back.
(5)Veronica L.
Yes I know.. the chirashi is awesome. Sushi Yoshi is one of my favorite sushi places in NoVa, however I have run into rude servers/hostess too many times. I went on a weekend dinner right at 5 when they reopen for dinner since I didn't have a reservation - it was for 2 people so I figured I could get one of the small seats that are kind of in everyone's way and no one really wants to sit there. I was told that since I did not have a reservation and if I wanted to eat, I'd have to finish and get out by 45 minutes so they could accomodate the table for those who made reservations. I've never seen a restaurant fill ALL the tables with reservation so that walk-ins would be unwelcome - I felt like I was being some sort of nuisance by asking to eat. If the hostess could have handled it a bit better and more gracefully, I would have walked away fine but her attitude was unacceptable. Yes your chirashi may be good but I'd rather go somewhere that I feel welcomed.
(2)Tim R.
When I see a sign on a restaurant door that says "Come in, We're open" I expect to be able to go in and have a meal (this was my second time here). The first time here I didn't like the food all that much. Second time I was turned away 29 minutes before their posted closing time (for lunch). Not interested in a third time.
(2)James G.
Wow!! This place is simply amazing. It's very small, but that's part of its charm. It appears to be very popular among the Japanese expatriate community, which is of course a very good sign. On first glance, the prices seem perhaps a bit high, but this is misleading--for example, the "regular" chirashi sushi is $17.95 but it is HUGE, with a very large portion of rice topped with shreds of omelette, bits of pickled vegetables, hijiki and other delights, and a plateful of several types of sashimi served alongside. There must have been 20 or more slices of fish there, of several different types, all very fresh and delectable. Not realising how large the portions would be, I made the mistake of ordering two additional items--a single piece of sea urchin sushi (unit) and a half-portion of soft-shell crab tempura roll. The uni was sensational, utterly fresh and full of the flavour of the sea, just as you want it, and the soft-shell crab was perfect. My friends also ordered a starter of hiyayakko (a block of tofu topped with katsuoboshi and grated ginger, together with slices of green onion) that was great, along with a dish of avocado slices topped with gari (pickled ginger) that was initially a bit weird, but we enjoyed it. I would highly recommend this place!!
(5)Rob Y.
Came with college friends during my visit to the DC area, labor day weekend 2013. Food (9.0/10.0) = Ordered the chirashi. Holy crap, they give you a lot of fish! The quality of the fish is really good too. Only problem I had with the dish was how they give you way too much rice. Also got the fried octopus balls and a tofu dish (Sorry, forgot the name of it), that were also damn good. Ambiance (7.5/10.0) = standard sushi joint. Service (8.0/10.0) = pretty standard. attentive waitresses. Overall Opinion = definitely impressed by this place. If you haven't been, go for the chirashi! Quantity and Quality of the fish is fantastic.
(5)Marie M.
I am new to the sushi world and I really enjoyed this place. My boyfriend loves sushi and enjoyed it, not his favorite. You need to make a reservation because the restaurant is small and fills up quick! The prices are amazing, I was shocked how well priced the sushi rolls were! You def get a lot for your money,great value! My boyfriend ordered the pork belly and scallops, and LOVED it. It was probably his favorite pork belly, great sauce/ flavor. We also ordered the edamame, it was not fresh. I wouldn't get this again. Sushi: Salmon Belly- very good Spicy Crunchy and salmon avocado- the salmon was not spicy at all, still an ok roll Soft shell crab tempura and avocado- really good Scallop tempura roll- i really liked this, not a fan of the crabs stick thought Sushi yoshi roll- great flavor but the roll kept falling apart. We would try this place again, for sure! Great price. The servers are not extremely attentive to their tables. However, they all work together. when I needed something I could ask whoever and they were polite and helped me right away!
(4)Minji L.
My new favorite Sushi place in Nova. Quality of the sushi is great. Make sure to make a reservation. We ordered the Young's Chirashi Deluxe and Sashimi Deluxe. We were stuffed. And we RARELY feel like that coming out of a sushi restaurant, unless we pay a boatload of money. Prices were reasonable. I hear parking is tricky, but I got lucky and someone was pulling out of a spot in the small lot. I am a FAN. This may be one of my new 'go-to' places for all special occasions.
(5)Karena J.
If you're craving Japanese and reading this review... GO TO SUSHI YOSHI! -MISO SOUP: Odd for me to mention this? But the organic broth here is so flavorful and tastes like it has been made with real slow cooked stock ... different than just a watered down broth most places serve. I could come to Sushi Yoshi, eat 5 bowls of Miso Soup and walk out with a content smile. -EDAMAME: Nice light flecks of real sea salt (table salt just doesn't mingle in the mouth like Sea salt). -SUSHI ROLLS: Always very fresh and generous. The vegetarian Entree dish comes with 10 different creative sushi rolls including ingredients such as pickled cucumber, mango, sundried tomato, pickled radish, ginger, asparagus, avocado, tofu and seaweed. Nice Variety. I'm not as much into sweet with my savory so would prefer all savory flavors but the change was refreshing. I loved picking through all the small bite sized creations like a box of chocolates. -GYOZA: yummy pork filling -TEMPURA SHRIMP ROLL: my friend really likes this, fresh shrimp with great texture and avocado that stays rolled. -SAKE: great variety on their sake list - cold and hot, of course! -AMBIANCE: small, cozy and I almost felt like I was in a spa, sitting next to a fountain, sipping my green tea. -SERVICE: very friendly and attentive. Always great to go to a Sushi restaurant with Japanese Chefs... Yes, I know perfectly well that sushi chefs DON'T have to be Japanese to be amazing, but Sushi Yoshi seems to have a natural authenticity that is lacking in many Sushi joints. Cool that one of the chefs is also Classically French trained... likely the reason for the amazing soup?
(5)Francesca L.
Happy Hour sushi menu is awesome! Very reasonable. Great service. Good selections of wine by the class. I will definitely come back when I'm in the area again.
(4)Megan C.
Thanks to the super-helpful reviews from fellow Yelpers Albert L. and Ruth C., I've had Sushi Yoshi on my bookmarks lists for quite some time. While in the Fairfax area last night, fiance and I finally had a chance to check it out! Yes, it is definitely a shoebox of a sushi restaurant, but not in a bad way. They do also accept reservations, so on a busy evening, you'll likely be seated at the sushi bar unless you've called in for a reservation. We sat in the corner of the sushi bar, which was nice an intimate, and a good date spot for anyone who loves the art of sushi. I was impressed by the appearance of authenticity of Yoshi, from the menu offerings, to the decor, to the staff...speaking of menu, Sushi Yoshi definitely seems like a place that specializes and excels in the area of (again) the "art of sushi." If you're looking to have your socks knocked off by amazing bento, hibachi, or anything prepared in the back kitchen, you may not be as wowed by your dining companions who are noshing on piece after glorious piece of fresh and gorgeous sashimi, nigiri, and maki. I was impressed by the option to order full or half rolls for most of their basic and not-so-basic maki roll choices, and you can order a HUGE variety of sashimi or nigiri by the piece. They offered an impressive selection of the different cuts of tuna, from toro, to chutoro, to the super fatty good stuff. I also liked that, rather than having to choose either a miso soup or salad with our entrees, we received both! Edamame appetizer was on the smaller side, but price was right on at only $3.00. I also appreciated the selection of regular soy sauce, reduced sodium, and tamari for those who are sensitive to gluten. If you're looking for a cute, intimate, authentic and well-run neighborhood sushi joint that really rocks the fish Richter scale, definitely check out Sushi Yoshi...but make a reservation!
(4)Minna S.
This is a small sushi restaurant, and I would suggest getting a reservation especially during busy hours. Parking can be difficult because most places are reserved. The food wasn't as good as I was expecting to be. I had high expectations based on the reviews, but the sushi was still pretty tasty and fresh. My friend ordered the vegetarian chirashi which wasn't very good, but I heard the regular kind was better! Hopefully next time I come here, I will order something that I love!
(4)Bill B.
After trying various sushi restaurants in the area since relocating last Fall, I believe Sushi Yoshi is far and away the best sushi in northern VA. Having lived in Japan for 2 years and being married to a Japanese wife, I know the difference between OK sushi and great sushi (I guess you could call me a "sushi snob" but it's from experience). What makes Sushi Yoshi different than average sushi restaurants in the area is the preparation and care they put into the maki (rolls) and nigiri (traditional fish on rice) combined with fresh ingredients and great rice too (yes, the rice counts). As others. have mentioned Chirashi Sushi is a bargain (esp lunch portion) and beautifully presented but I think their sushi deluxe is just as good. Service is efficient and professional and the place is compact but clean and inviting. The only downsides are the limited parking and crowded tables so plan accordingly and make reservations. You'll be glad you did.
(5)Yueh Yee W.
Tried the chirashi based on other reviews. I was surprised by how many pieces came with it - it was delicious and the price was reasonable. The restaurant itself was pretty small. We had reservations at 7:00 and the place was pretty full the entire time. We were asked to leave around 8:45 because of the wait, which we weren't too happy about, but understood because of how many people were waiting for a table. I'd come here again for the chirashi, but only if I were in the area.
(4)G R.
Currently one of my favorite local sushi places. Having tried most, if not all, the other local sushi places in the area, Sushi Yoshi is 1 of only 2 places I go to whenever I'm in the mood for some good sushi that is local/close by. My favorite dish here by far is Young's Chirashi De Luxe. It is one of my favorite restaurant chirashi's. It comes in 2 large separate dishes (1 with the sashimi/fish and 1 with the rice). I was a little thrown off the first time I ordered it since it was an inordinate amount of food, which I was not expecting. But the quality and variety of the sashimi/fish in the dish is very good. Their sukiyaki is also another one of my favorite dishes. It is also another good-sized dish that can be split between two people. Again, their sukiyaki is one the better ones that I've had, with good flavor and a good portion of veggies, noodles and beef. Their ankimo is also pretty tasty as is their agedashi tofu. I've also had a number of their rolls and nigiri which have all been good as well. Sushi Yoshi has rather small menu, but I can appreciate this as it only emphasizes their specialty in/focus on Japanese food/sushi/sashimi. This place is a little on the small side as far as customer capacity is concerned. And due to their popularity, if you are looking to get immediate seating, I strongly recommend calling ahead and making a reservation. Dining outside on the sidewalk/semi-patio-like area is also pleasant when the weather permits (and is pleasant). Service is pretty quick and efficient and friendly as well. Parking can be a little difficult but there is a small lot behind the building.
(4)Furhat A.
It's sooo tiny and uncomfortable. The sushi rolls were really expensive and I couldn't fit any if them in my mouth and I ended up destroying them. Our server was ok, she didnt smile much.
(2)Seong L.
this place is really small and tiny. Also you have to make reservation to get a seat. Unfortunately I had 5 people but reserve for 4, the hostess was not that happy to see that happen. The food was good.
(3)Jin H.
I should give them only 3 stars for crampy space, having to make reservations each time, and parking difficulty, but their chirashi is THE BEST in Nova. Their fish option for chirashi is slightly expanded for dinner. I would probably pursue other nearby Japanese restaurants if I am getting anything other than the chirashi though.
(4)Jen S.
I was expecting a lot more especially from Yelpers' rave reviews. Unfortunately Sushi Yoshi didn't quite deliver. Our dinner started off nice with vegetable tempura, miso soup, and salad with ginger dressing. Unfortunately, my Sushi Regular - 8 pcs nigiri and 6 pieces of spicy tuna roll was so-so. No problem with the spicy tuna roll but the cuts of the fish, specifically, the tuna and hamachi were not the most desirable, plus, most of the fish was dry, minus the salmon, ebi, and unagi. I guess 5 out of 8 isn't too bad which was why I gave it a 3. Tip: Make a reservation if you're going on a weekend. It's a small restaurant and can get crowded quickly.
(3)Lela T.
Wanna hear a funny little story? So I was supposed to meet this guy on a quasi-date at the Vienna Inn last night. I was really not in the mood for chili dogs and fries but wanted sushi. So I google mapped what Sushi places were close by and this one was literally right around the corner. Parking is a little dicey (maybe there's a lot in the back, I'm not sure) but when I'm in downtown Vienna, I use street parking most of the time anyways. I walk in and sit at the sushi bar. Just one. Always just one..hahaha! The bar stools are tall as hell. I'm only 5 feet tall and on the heavy side. It was kinda hilarious. They have a small selection of happy hour sushi and appetizers so I got my usual: Tamago, Kappa, Shitake Mushroom and a seaweed salad. All for 14 bucks. The Tamago is the biggest slices I've ever had and they tasted great! The seaweed salad also came with 2 slices of lotus root, which was a great surprise! Since I'm a veggie sushi girl, I just observed other items they were making. Some of the dishes they were making were absolutely gorgeous!!! The colors and the plating...just beautiful. Oh! And they also have gluten free soy sauce for those of you with allergies. I think this place is just adorable and intimate and the quality for the price I paid was excellent. Seriously...I had 4 giant Tamago, 6 kappa rolls, 6 shiitake mushroom rolls, a nicely sized seaweed salad and they also use the non-pink-fluorescent ginger too! All for $14 bucks (plus I left like a $6 tip because the waitresses were very sweet). Great value! So, I go to Vienna Inn and wait. And wait. And wait. I check my email and he decided to let me know that he had to work late. 15 minutes before we were supposed to meet. I said thanks for letting me know so I could leave and stop looking like a loser and go sit in traffic for an hour. This morning I got an email from him with a picture of the massive accident he got into on his way home from work. He is okay but he titled the email to me "karma?" I would never wish something like that on anybody but couldn't help myself and felt a twinge of satisfaction.
(5)Joyce Y.
I usually go to Tachibana (McLean, VA) for chirashi and sushi. I've been to Sushi Yoshi before for dinner but it was my first time going there for lunch (Nov 21, 2012). I ordered chirashi and surprisingly it was very good! I think I'm gonna go there more for chirashi. You definitely need to make a reservation because it's a very small place and it gets crowded very fast ;)
(4)Ben K.
I've eaten here many times, and it's always delicious. Typically order spicy tuna rolls (the best in nova of a dozen places tried), salmon nigiri, crunchy spicy salmon. Many rolls come with avocado, which is much better than the cucumber supplement other places use. The staff is friendly, and miso is perfect on cold days. This place fills up, especially for the happy hour deals. I'd recommend calling a head if possible!
(5)J H.
A++ for Chirashi. I have not been here enough or have had any other menu items to dish out a five star. But, it seems to be very deserving of one. Sushi was very very fresh. Price was respectably equivalent in cost versus deliciousness. Deliciousness may almost win. I shall be back again.
(4)Brandon F.
Their white tuna sashimi has haunted me for a couple weeks now. I had it once and I was instantly addicted. I finally came back to end the neck scratching withdrawal. The first time I dined in at lunch with my coworker. The irony is she does not care for sushi and took me to what turned out to be one of my favorite sushi restaurants. Thankfully she knew to CALL AHEAD because it is a small popular spot that fills up fast. What it lacks in size it makes up for in atmosphere. The dining room is filled with exotic plants, friendly staff, a small waterfall machine, artwork and tranquil music. Now that I think about it, it was very zen like. I started off with the ankimo. It came out cold in a ponzu sauce. I liked the sauce but I will pass on the ankimo next time. It was my first time trying ankimo so take it for what it's worth. Next I moved onto a caviar roll topped with a raw quail egg yolk. I went with the large roe, mostly because I like the way they pop but I enjoy the taste too. I LOVED the raw quail egg! I intend find more rolls to toss the yolk onto. The spicy scallop roll was awesome. Very flavorful and great texture. The WHITE TUNA made my eyes roll back in my head. The knife skills really shinned with every bite. The silky smooth texture of the tuna really made me feel bad for butchering the sashimi blocks at my house. The slices of tuna are medium/large sizes. I couldn't tell if I should go with one bite or two, I went with one because it felt right. Two weeks later I called Sushi Taro on my way home from work for TAKE OUT. The person who answered the phone was friendly and knowledgeable. I was going to order 10 pieces of white tuna sashimi and she gave me the price comparison for the 10 and 15 piece sashimi. The 15 piece came with salad and miso soup for only a few more dollars. One of the best take out experiences and meals for that matter.
(4)Brenda D.
This place was hard to find, hidden away behind brick walls on the corner of Church and Center street. Parking was also a hassle but I eventually I found some parking in a lot near by. Although I did not have lunch reservations, I was seated quickly at an open table. I ordered the chirashi for lunch based on recommendations by other yelpers. I was blown away by the quantity, quality and presentation of the dish! The service was really great and the food was reasonably priced. I will definitely be back again!
(5)Matthew W.
I've lived in Vienna my whole life and sushi is my favorite food. This is the best restaurant in Northern VA in my book, and it's not even close. Go for lunch and try an affordable (around $10) sushi lunch, roll combo, or my favorite, chirashi lunch and you won't regret it. Call ahead though as most days reservations are a must.
(5)Yasu Yori O.
If you are a beginner in eating Japanese food, then get your training elsewhere before you visit here. Unless you truly enjoy Japanese food especially raw fish, you won't enjoy it here. I love it here because of the freshness of fish and other ingredients. Don't complain about the small parking place or the tiny cramped space between two tables. Yes, the place is tiny and when the timing is not right, you'll have to wait a long time. Try to make reservations. But, when you get a table and order Young-san Special Chirashi Deluxe, you can't believe what's in front of you. Make sure you come hungry as the portions are large. One of the best Chirashi you'll ever taste.
(5)Diana K.
Ah... the long-awaited trip to Susho Yoshi after hearing its name uttered from my boyfriend's mouth SO many times. Let's just say that EVERY time we went to eat Japanese, Sushi Yoshi would be the standard comparison. As soon as we would take our first bite at Sushi Restaurant XYZ, he'd say, "Mm. Good... We should go to Sushi Yoshi the next time. Their sushi is so fresh." Every time he'd say this without fail. As we have quite a long list of restos to hit up on our Food Bucket List, we've always put off Sushi Yoshi just because it was so closeby; our excuse being that we could always do it "next time". So, we actually decided to go to Sushi Yoshi for Valentine's Day since we celebrated Vday early on in the weekend and we hadn't made reservations anywhere else... After the 2.5 hour trip to DC on Friday (traffic was insane) to get our Sushi Taro fix (which, unfortunately, was a huge disappointment for us), we were hoping to the sushi gods that Yoshi would be on point. Silly us for assuming we wouldn't need reservations at Sushi Yoshi. Even though it's not one of the mainstream restaurants in the area, they were still booked until 9pm that evening. So we ended up opting to eat at the bar. Usually, I'm pretty averse to eating at the bar, but Sushi Yoshi's bar area is really spacious and the seats are very high, so you almost feel like you're looking down at everyone else while you're eating up there. We also got front-row seats to the sushi chefs preparing the orders, so that was a plus. Overall, food and service were excellent, sushi was authentic, prices are VERY fair, and I think I've officially found my new fav. Japanese joint in the DC/NOVa area!
(5)Josh L.
Don't go there after 8:30pm. The waitress rushed everything and sent our dish to other table. When we finished the dinner, the waitresses were trying to close the business and were too busy to take care of us.
(1)Wayne L.
The food at Sushi Yoshi is delicious. The sushi and sashimi easily tops my list as one of the best in the Northern VA area. The restaurant is small, however, and parking can be difficult (limited to street parking, tiny parking garage). But, the food makes everything worth it. One time I came with my girlfriend, we ordered a Mexican roll and the Chirashi Deluxe. The Mexican roll is one of my personal favorites since I am a fan of the ingredients. The Chirashi Deluxe was amazing. It had a huge bowl of rice and fixings and the best fish they have. Fatty tuna, uni, salmon, roe, etc. Since it was their best option, it was a bit pricey (~28), but it easily serves two. I highly recommend that one should try this Chirashi Deluxe. Their other rolls are good too; I have had experienced the salmon rolls, spicy tuna, and more. I do not have a complaint. Service is excellent. Sushi Yoshi - a great place to grab sushi. Very great place.
(4)Alex M.
Went to Yoshi with high expectations based on a recommendation and very positive Yelp reviews. What a letdown :( I eat sushi on regular basis, and know exactly what fresh sushi grade fish should taste like. The sushi that they served was the lowest quality fish I've ever tasted, and I ended up sending it back after trying a few different pieces from 3 rolls that I ordered. The service was friendly, and didn't charge me for the sushi. But that's not enough for me to give a better rating. A Sushi restaurant should serve good quality fresh fish.
(1)Bren P.
I've heard about this place before but never had the opportunity to try it! I'm so glad I went for the first time last night. I had dinner with two of my girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. We all ordered the Chriashi Deluxe that included an assortment of freshly cut sashimi and veggies over rice. At first we only received a plate of veggies over the rice and thought we ordered incorrectly, but they informed us that they were still working on the sashimi. Soon afterwards, we received a huge plate of sashimi! It looked amazing! They even had salmon roe and uni! my favorites! Everything was delicious and just too much to eat on my own! I think I would split it next time. the only complaint of the night was that the waitress came by at the end of the meal and asked us if we were ready for the cake. We asked her to discretely bring it out after the end of the meal, but she instead said it in front of the birthday girl. I guess she didn't understand that part. Regardless, the food was delicious and i'll be back again!
(5)Bob W.
Sadly, our favorite sushi restaurant treated us like pooh. My wife and I live on a limited income and "treat" ourselves out a few times a month so we favor special dining experiences. This morning we made a reservation for two for outside seating (the weather was perfect). We have been frequent diners at Yoshi so we know to get things done well in advance to get requested seating - we live about 18 miles away. We arrived early for our reservation and after waiting for the hostess to finish a phone call she pushed me aside to assist the people behind me in line behind me and seated them at the only available outside table. When I protested she claimed that they had an earlier reservation (which wasn't to be found on her sheet - it showed our reservation time with no name and none earlier). She explained that because the reservation person hadn't taken our name (they never do) we would have to be seated at the sushi bar since the wait for outside was over an hour. We left and had a wonderful meal at the outside terrace at Ariake in Reston. We've introduced many friends to Yoshi but now we've got to take our business elsewhere. Everyone has experienced restaurants that get "too big for their britches" but I'd never have thought that Yoshi would dishonor their elder patrons in this way. Honoring reservations is the simplest form of respect and if a restaurant can't do something so simple, what's the point of dining out?
(1)Angela W.
I was at home over the weekend, home being Northern Virginia or the Washington D.C. area, whichever you prefer, and my family and I stopped in at Sushi Yoshi in Vienna. There are a lot of small sushi places in the area, but good ones are hard to find. Also, it's convenient that Sushi Yoshi sells gift certificates at restaurant.com and when they are having coupon deals (when are they not having coupon deals?!), you can get them for dirt cheap. Granted you have to keep to their rules and regulations, but it's an awesome deal. Just make sure you are one of the firsts to get them, or they will definitely be sold out. Onto the food! The sushi here is really fresh and the sashimi pretty much falls apart in your mouth, both marks of a pretty tasty sushi devouring experience if you ask me. Here's what we got: Green Mussels: They come with 2 different toppings, one is like a sriracha/mayo, and the other is a butter sauce. Eggplant covered in 3 different sauces. Not very memorable - in my opinion, the sauces were too thick, and too rich in contrast with the eggplant. Chirashi - rice with different veggies/toppings and a platter of different sashimi (salmon, tuna, albacore, yellowtail...) ppppppricey! Vegetable Chirashi - miscellaneous vegetables over rice Dragon Roll and half Ichiro Roll - Dragon roll (crab stick, avocado & roe with eel on top) was alright. The eel had a lot of bones, which I often find to be the problem with the dragon roll, which is one of my favorites. The Ichiro Roll (shrimp tempura & avocado wrapped with eel & avocado) was good, but also not anything super special. California Roll with Roe Hand Roll & Spicy Crunchy Salmon+Avocado Hand Roll - They definitely don't try to stiff you on ingredients here. These hand rolls were very full, very filling, and quite tasty! The salmon one was really good, but I did sort of feel like I was wasting the salmon eating it that way, since it was harder to really taste/enjoy it. But still, job tastily done. *drumroll........* Hamachi Kama - This was OH SO VERY DELICIOUS. Hamachi kama is the cheek of yellowtail fish, typically baked in a salt and soy sauce marinade. There was a tonnnn of meat to eat, and it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. And at a very reasonable price! I could have easily just had this dish with rice and been completely thrilled and full. The only thing to watch out for when eating hamachi kama is not to miss out on any meat! There's lots of crevices and "hidden" meat, so make sure you get it all! Ok, so that's all, if you live in the area, or find yourself visiting the DC/Northern Virginia area & craving some quality Japanese food, stop by Sushi Yoshi! Be forewarned it's kind of hard to find if you're not from around, though.
(4)Yee H.
Sushi is all about the seafood, and Sushi Yoshi has it spot on. The seafood food was very fresh. On top of that, the service was great and their happy hour (M-F 5:00-6:30) has some good deals. I recently moved to the DMV area and came here at the recommendation of a Northern Virginia native. I can already see Sushi Yoshi becoming my go-to place for my regular Japanese food fix and I'm looking forward to trying their menu. The only thing they don't have, and I wish they had, is a yakitori menu.
(4)Lisa Y.
I met up with one of my friends for dinner here the other night. We made reservations earlier in the week, but had to push it back to a later time at the last minute. I called them the day of to change our reservation, and the person who answered the phone was very accommodating. **The place is quite small, and it was jam packed when we went in around 7:30, so definitely make sure to make reservations before you go! We ordered the spicy tuna salad and the sashimi deluxe to share. The spicy tuna was piled on top of a piece of seaweed tempura, which was on top of a bed of mixed greens. It was deeeelicious and the portion size was huge. The sashimi deluxe was also amazing. It was definitely a lot of food for us two girls, but we enjoyed every last bite. The price was also very reasonable. I can't wait to go back to try all the other stuff on their menu!
(4)Jason C.
It's a tough call to rate this restaurant....I'll have to give around 3.5 stars. I'm a sushi snob who is still looking for fresh sushi in the area. Having heard that this is one of the best places in the DC area...I had to try it out after my holiday shopping at Tyson's. Let's just say that there is quite a discrepancy between the nigiri sushi and the rolls. I've tried the spicy tuna roll and scallop rolls and I must say they are top notch. The nigiri sushi on the other hand...must have been made by some amateur sushi chef. It was poorly cut, had no wasabi between the rice and the sushi (thus it kept falling apart after grabbing it with my chopsticks), and the rice was poorly (if at all) seasoned. If you're a roll person this is definitely the place to go. I have to say that it's the best in the area. However, if you're hyper critical sushi snob like me the nigiri and the sashimi just won't cut it. Rumor has it that Sushi Taro in Dupont is the real deal.....will it be a bust? Only time will tell...
(3)Albert C.
This restaurant along with Tachibana are the two best sushi restaurants I have had in the East coast (excluding Morimoto in Philadelphia). This place is so much better than Sweet Ginger and I can't believe they have the same rating. The prices are very reasonable. I normally go with my family of four and we always order the same thing: 2 sashimi, one chirashi, two rainbow roll, and depending on our appetite, one order of the deep fried salmon roll. The highlight has to be the chirashi and the sashimi. The chirashi is so unique and it's just amazing, it comes with eel and a lot of different vegetables. However, I like my fish without the additional vegetables and sh*t. The sashimi comes with all of the normal fish, plus octopus (which I love) and some other seafood that actually varies depending on the day. The rolls are great, but I normally just focus on my sashimi. The fish is just so fresh. You can make reservations, which is what I would recommend because the place isn't that big and it's always crowded.
(5)craig g.
Fairly new to Vienna, Sushi Yoshi is indeed a gem. Have gone during both lunch and dinner some 14 times now. Fresh and not as expensive as most. As folks said the place is small, so be sure to get in early to get a seat. Can be found at Church and Center, NW in Vienna, just off Maple Avenue. Free parking on street. Owner works the restaurant daily. Found some rice in my water recently, so this is my only negative comment. Closed on Mondays.
(4)Scott S.
There really isn't all that much to add that hasn't been said already. I just need to emphasize how seriously correct everyone else is: the chirashi is AMAZING. I am talking very best I have ever had anywhere in the world. The lunch one is an amazing deal ($12.95 and includes soup and salad). The dinner ones (regular or deluxe) are so large you honestly could walk away having shared one with a friend (and maybe some gyoza or shumai) and be perfectly happy. The variety, the flavors, the freshness, and the price. It just can't be beat. Most restaurants you go to you can see where they make their margins. At Yoshi I almost feel like they have to be losing money or something... it's just that good and that cheap. Outside of their chirashi I think the place is good, but not nearly as standout. Other places nearby make comparable rolls, and some even have more variety if you are into the "crazier" types of rolls. But who cares? This place is all about the chirashi. And since I can't get enough chirashi, I simply cannot get enough Yoshi. It's the best.
(5)Peter B.
I came here with my significant other for her birthday along with her brother and his wife last night, and I don't think we'll be back again. When I got to the restaurant, they asked if I had a reservation (which I didn't, first time), I said no and they asked me for my telephone number so that they could call me in about 30 minutes to sit down. So we go walking around the area for that amount of time. Well, my gf's brother and wife get there a little after us and they see a table for 4 and asked if it was available and the waitress said sure and seated them. Lo and behold he called us and said the table was ready. Awesome, the restaurant didnt even bother to call me to tell me a table was ready. I knew this was a bad sign for the evening. So we get seated (@6:52pm) and I start to look around and I see there are about 14 small tables in the restaurant along with a sushi bar area. So all in all, you could probably fit about 30 people max in this restaurant. There were 26 people in the restaurant including us and 3 waitress' and 2 sushi chefs. So we sit down and order drinks. The gf's brother orders a Guiness (which is on the menu) and the waitress says that they dont carry that. We pointed it out to her on the menu and she still proceeds to tell us they dont carry it. Um.. if you dont carry it at all, why the heck is it on the menu? Anywho, we proceed to order other drinks. Once our drinks were served the waitress then took our order. We proceeded to order the appetizers and noticed there was something labeled "NEW! Takuyaki" which looked interesting. So I ordered that, and the waitress tells me they dont have that either. Oook... something so "NEW!" that they didn't even carry it. Wtf.. seriously.. why the heck would you have it on the menu if you don't even have it in stock on the weekend? Anywho, we ended up ordering some tuna salad dish, edamame, shumai (shrimp dumplings) and spicy mussels for appetizers. We then gave her our order for sushi (which was about 48 pieces total) and pork katsu. While sitting there chit chatting the evening away, we noticed that couples were coming in and getting seated and getting their food way before we were. I looked down at the time and it was 8:05pm. Holy shit, we've been sitting here for over an hour and we dont even have the edamame or any other appetizer on the table. So I asked the waitress if our appetizers were coming out soon, and she gave me the excuse that they were really busy and that they were making it now. I gave her a puzzled look and said that the edamame takes 5 minutes to boil, we dont even have that yet. So continues to tell me that they are busy, but not a single apology. I start to get pretty steamed at this point, but I maintain my composure because it is the better half's birthday dinner. Lo and behold, 2 minutes later, edamame arrives. So it took the restaurant over 1 hour and 15 minutes to get us edamame. After another 15 minutes passed we asked about our food again. I guess they thought the edamame would quell our hunger for food since we've been there for 1 hour and 30 minutes already. The waitress continues to tell us that the order is a big order and that they are busy. I gingerly told her that that is bullshit, considering everyone that has been seated after us has already been served their food and are almost finished. Next thing you know, 5 minutes later, our sushi arrives. If you have noticed by reading this, we have still not gotten any of our appetizers yet. So I ask AGAIN about the appetizers, and the waitress continues to tell me that they are busy. At this time, I'm about to shove my fist down her throat. So we ask for a manager. As a reminder, this place is about as big as my bedroom, so getting the manager who I can see near the sushi bar should not take too long. It took her 10 minutes to get to our table to see what the issues were. So I tell her about the appetizers not showing up, the 1.5 hour wait for any type of food, and how her waitress keeps telling they are busy but yet have time to fill everyone else's order before ours. I then cancel the appetizers because at this point, it's useless. She tells me that the pork katsu is on its way. great, I'll hold my breath. It took us almost 2 hours to get our food, and we finished and scarfed it up in 10 minutes since we were starving. If you asked me how the food tasted I would tell you that it was just ok. Is it worth the bull shit that came with the restaurant? Oh hell no. I would say, if this restaurant closed up for business tomorrow, Vienna could probably fill that space with a better place.
(1)Ross M.
One word - Chirashi. Probably the best sushi place in NOVA. If you can't find it, you're a moran! (Go USA) and if you don't like it, go back to the nasty crap at Sweet Ginger. Quality, quantity and attention to detail is present here. Lots of so called sushi places out there, because it's fun and trendy, but very few deliver like Sushi Yoshi does. And if all you eat is the California roll, why are you even coming here? Go to Giant grocery you fool. P.S. I had the old guy, and mine was still spectacular. P.S. If you're not fat enough, go get some custard across the street (Nielsen's).
(5)Lisa M.
yummy! I love sushi and Sushi Yoshi is in a very good location with a good variety of rolls. Clean establishment and friendly service, I will be back!
(4)James K.
I ate lunch here on a Saturday, and it was better than I anticipated. You get great value for your money and the food is quite good. The waitstaff was 50/50 - our waitress was a little rude and rushed, but everyone else was pleasant and patient. The one thing I will recommend, like others have recommended, is to CALL AHEAD. The place is VERY small inside and if you walk in, you're flipping a coin on whether you'll get a spot. Also, pay attention to their hours as they're not open all the time. All that being said, I would definitely recommend eating here if you're a sushi fan!
(4)Kj K.
Sushi isn't that great. Rice is very dry, to the point where your saliva isn't enough and have to drink water just to mix the rice with fish. I've asked if this dry rice for sushi was intended and the response I got was "This is normal for Japanese (person owned) Sushi." Well, I've had great sushi from Tsukiji market in Tokyo, and it wasn't like this. However, the fish they use seemed pretty fresh. I would go back for sashimi, but not sushi. Waitress messing up orders/requests is another issue, but I am not gonna let that affect the review as I am rating the restaurant for their food.
(3)Kun K.
This place is different from sweet ginger in that their sushi is more of the traditional type without all the sauce and other kinds of sushi rolls. The sushi tastes fresh and the presentation is very clean.
(5)Josh Y.
Have been to this place several times, but still not sure how many stars to give, for one major reason, The quality of food and service can be inconsistent. I have not figured a pattern yet. I guess it all depends on your luck. Food, I have tried sushi, sashimi, chirashi, grilled marinated salmon, grilled salmon jaw, grilled mackerel, bento box and chicken katsu. Sushi is usually great. 4 stars. Sashimi, it depends on the "chefs", if they are real sushi chefs. Anyway, sometimes, you get a very beautiful presentation, but most of time, not. Freshness, presentation and cut are main judgement points to sashimi. I would say, 3 stars for lack of presentation and cut. HINT: if you see a younger chef, most likely, you will get a 4 star sashimi dish. if you see an older chef, most likely, you will get a 2 star sashimi dish. that dish looks like just several left over pieces of fish on a plate. Chirashi: always good. great presentation and cut. 4 stars. grilled marinated salmon: overly marinated. 2 stars. Grilled salmon jaw and grilled mackerel: great, 4 stars. bento box: good. 3 stars. could be better. chicken k\atsu: when it is done right, great most of the time, but not every time. it's hit or miss. the sauce is great. I have been told that the sauce tastes like the one in Tokyo. 3 stars. Salad and miso soup: average. Service: yeah, as some reviews have mentioned, it's another hit or miss. I can't understand, for giving such a small restaurant with at least 3 servers. the service should be great all the time. but not the case.
(4)April S.
Super cute spot. Nice patio but limited seating. Great for an evening dinner...parking is limited.
(5)Evonne L.
i have a love hate relationship with this place, but i love it more than i hate it. i LOVE their sashimi. just had it last week, and they give you a really good amount of fish, i think it was around 15 pieces for around $20. the fish was supple, soft, buttery, tasty, and fresh! i will definitely come back for this, and will try the chirashi as well. as for the other things i've had- the pork belly appetizer is also really good. you can't find pork belly cooked like this much in this area. it is slow cooked in this delicious salty/sweet broth and USUALLY comes out sweet and meat-falling-off-the-bone in texture. really good. i used to come every month for just that, a few months back i had it and it was totally different, but im hoping it was just a fluke. also delicious is their lasagne roll and church street roll with the mango and yellow sauce. its in the heart of old town vienna, and i really like that they also have an outdoor courtyard area that you can eat in as well. very cute place to go for a date :) inside area is pretty small, so i would recommend making reservations before you go, ESP for parties over 3.
(4)Allie K.
My regular go-to sushi place. The parking is very limited, and so are the seats, so I always make sure to call for reservation beforehand. The sushi is cut thick, and very generous. Most importantly, always fresh!! I came here for my birthday three years in a row with my family, until they begged me to choose somewhere else for once.
(5)Brian F.
I'm Japanese and spent a lot of time in Japan. Read: picky when it comes to Japanese food. Really picky. I really liked Sushi Yoshi when it first opened. I had their Chirashi which was very good. Then, I went back with my wife and found that the sashimi slices were thinner, there was more filler and less fish, etc. etc. Bad economy? I dunno, but it was sad. We stayed away from Sushi Yoshi for a while, and went to our tried-and-true Japanese favorite, Tachibana (in McLean). And then we went back to Sushi Yoshi a couple weeks ago. Yes! They're back :). We got the Chirashi again, and the fish was fresh, slices were generous, and we were happy. I can't speak for the other items on their menu -- we often head straight for the Chirashi. The folks at Sushi Yoshi take a very creative spin on Chirashi. Normally it's all on top of the rice. At Yoshi, they a separate plate for the sashimi (very nice, decorative), and the sushi rice with the condiments in the main plate. So, a little more of a hybrid between your typical Chirashi and Sashimi dishes. All that to say, it was good :). The space indeed is quite small -- then again so are most restaurants in Japan. Prices are reasonable, and the Chirashi rocks. Given the otherwise sad estate of Japanese restaurants in the DC area, I'll take this one any day. I'll reserve that 5th star for the true knock-out ... but this place is solid.
(4)Sarah C.
Reservations are pretty much required on weekends because this place is TINY. They have maybe 12 two-tops that they can push together in different configurations. They only have one unfiltered sake, but it's one that we like, so that was ok (we both prefer unfiltered sake pretty much exclusively). We started with pork gyoza dumplings that were very good - crispy on the outside, tender inside. Then we were served miso soup and salad, both were standard - the salad is iceberg, but the ginger dressing is good, and there were sliced radishes. I ordered a sashimi sampler (tuna, white tuna, salmon, yellowtail, eel). The portions were nice and the fish was fresh. My tamago omelette was a bit grey, but still sweet and tasty. We tried a few rolls - the yellowtail and green onion was fresh and light, though redundant with my yellowtail sashimi. I really liked the crispy salmon roll - salmon, eel, cream cheese, and avocado wrapped in rice paper, deep fried with black sesame sauce - but my husband did not. He thought the crispy outside was too poke-y (you do have to be careful when you eat it). I thought it was warm and comforting and savory - the black sesame sauce was particularly interesting. I normally don't like cream cheese in rolls, but when it is fried it's ok because it gets warm and melty. We also tried the bagel roll - cream cheese, smoked salmon, avocado - which neither of us liked mostly due to the cold cream cheese issue. The Center St roll was good - similar to a caterpillar roll you would get at other places (shrimp tempura, eel, avocado, and asparagus wrapped in tuna, avocado). We were excited to see that they had fatty tuna on the menu, it was delicious of course, but also expensive. They also have fresh wasabi, which is a must for us. The real stuff is vastly different from the dyed green horseradish paste you normally see. Overall, best local place we have found so far (still not as good as Sakana, which I miss dearly). I would like to come back and try the cooked dishes like sukiyaki and yaki niku.
(3)Dan M.
The service was excellent, the sushi was fresh, the servings weren't small, and the prices are great. We ordered the regular sushi delux, salmon nigiri, mango roll, spicy tuna roll, spicy salmon roll, and spicy scallop roll. I recommend the spicy scallop roll and spicy tuna roll. The dinner was well worth the drive from Arlington. I recommend stopping by Cafe Amouri or Neilsen's Frozen Custard for dessert or coffee/tea. ;)
(5)Rachel E.
Sushi Yoshi is a nice little gem in Vienna. I like their tapas, especially pork cheek. I would say this is probably the most authentic japanese restaurant I have in VA. Their rolls are average but they are relatively cheap. Next time, I will definitely come here for Chirashi like everyone else recommend.
(4)Dmitry D.
Although I give this place a four I went be coming their anymore with my wife and son. This place has slow service , slow chefs and the variety is not as goos as sweet ginger which is also in Vienna. Both place have fresh sushi but the other places service make a big difference and it also has a better variety of sushi. And the space is nice and has more room. Sushi yoshi is a little to small. Plus yoshi stopped serving baby octopus and sweet ginger has them so good.
(4)Christopher C.
I don't know what's taken me so long to review this place. It's excellent sushi, and it's always very fresh. They constantly don't have things on the menu or items run out. Now if you're the type to throw a hissy fit that they insist on having fresh fish instead of making sure their menu is full, well stay the hell away from here. I think all of us regulars will be happier with you gone as well. So why only 4 instead of 5 stars? Well, they don't refill soft drinks, which is weird. They never get things out in the right order so appetizers sometimes maybe comes before the sushi. They're not all that attentive so if you're waiting on someone to refill your water, it might be a while. God forbid you come and didn't make a reservation. All that said, excellent food so, meh I put up with it.
(4)D S.
Best sushi in America. From a guy who spent 18 years in Japan and has eaten at many in the states. Fresh. Inexpensive. Great service. Parking. Reservations. All outstanding in view.
(5)Elizabeth M.
First visit to this great sushi spot in Vienna. I have driven by a few times but haven't had time to get in there. Went on a Saturday afternoon and was actually asked if we had a reservation. At first I thought she was kidding, however there was not one seat to be had. The place was packed which is always a good sign. We opted for the sushi bar. Service was great and the people were friendly, however, what will make me go back is the sushi. I don't think that I have had better sashimi in quite a long time. The tuna and the salmon were fantastic and even the white fish, which most times to me is tasteless, was awesome. I'll be back to this hidden gem.
(4)Lola Z.
Was great! Went with a group of 4. Ordered hot tea, the 30 piece sushi for 2 (includes rolls, sushi and sashimi), an order of chirashi (a variety of raw fish on one plate and more fish over rice in a bowl), 2 orders of chicken teriyaki (2 pcs per order) and a squid salad. Service was good, space was quaint and they offer parking in a lot behind the restaurant. For everything, the bill came out to $75, without tip. All of this food (which was plenty, left satisfied) elsewhere would have cost at least $150. Will definitely return. Good find! Check it out. :)
(4)L L.
Excellent sashimi! One of the best hamachi that I've had in the area. The maguro and sake are pretty good too, but not as good as the hamachi. The other sushi is pretty good too, but again, not as good as the hamachi. If you're craving hamachi, this is the place to go.
(4)Wai T.
Fish was extremely fresh. Got the chirashi just like all other reviewer already mentioned. Just go.
(5)Christopher H.
It's rare that I'm served at a place and immediately think that I'll write a review, but that's what happened tonight. I was craving sushi and was going to be in Vienna, so I looked this place up. I briefly noted that reviewers had mentioned chirashi which is my favorite thing to get at a sushi place, so I decided to give that a shot. OH. BOY. Chirashi has now been redefined for me. This was AMAZING. Such variety! Such beautiful presentation! It's a frickin' festival of flavor! As another reviewer noted, you get a plate of rice and a separate plate of sashimi -- but these are no ordinary plates. The rice is covered in a variety of treasures like sweet egg, shrimp, pickled vegetables, lotus root ... even a couple delicious pieces of barbecue! The fish was elegantly presented and completely fresh. SO delicious. I sat at the bar, and as I was working my way through I found one fish that was familiar, yet far tastier than I remembered. I asked what it was, and the chef said "white tuna." I told him I thought it was amazing, and he said that it was his favorite too. I went back to my dish, and a minute later he presented me with another piece of the white tuna elegantly resting against some shredded daikon and adorned with a fresh sprig of herbs. :) THAT is how to get repeat business from me. Very classy. At the end I was glad I didn't get an appetizer -- the chirashi plate was way more than enough food (yet I finished the whole thing). The restaurant itself is cute and quite small; I arrived at 8pm, after the prime dinner hour, and I didn't have a problem getting service at all. I'll definitely go back and recommend the place to others!
(5)Yelper O.
Why does this restaurant have great reviews?? Nothing about this place is special. Food is okay, nothing mind blowing. We had the sushi combo platter, the chicken curry (which was a dissapoinment to all of us) and tempura. The sushi is okay, just the sushi. The place is tiny and so cluttered... Bathroom? Just hold it as you will have to go through many obstacles, you will have an accident on the way. The tables are so close to each other, you could probably easily eat off from the table next to you without getting notice. The service just pissed me off. Out of everything, when she just threw the check to our table, I knew that this was not a place to return. I guess this place gets such great business that they feel they can be rude because people will come to try the place after reading the great reviews on Yelp that they don't deserve.
(2)Bobby R.
Top notch sooshi, but the place is small, there's always someone on their phone really loud (customer, I mean), you must have reservations if you go at any remotely popular time, and they run out of stuff. Oh and they are expensive relative to other high-end sooshi places, but not overly so. Worth all of it to get fish this fresh tasting (it's all frozen beforehand, you animals) and good.
(4)Jessica K.
LOVE THIS PLACE! I am from LA and have been to Japan several times so, I know what good sushi is. This place is very small and quaint. Owned by a Japanese. Service was good. Parking is blah... Try to street park, don't park in the clock store parking lots, they will lock your car in there after hours. Food was yummy. I enjoyed it very much. Price was good. I would def. come back again!!
(4)Busan L.
The best japanese restaurant for me and my family. We always go there whenever we want some sushi.
(5)Ryan K.
This is my favorite local sushi restaurant. Lunch is the best time to go with great prices. Dinner is more expensive though, but worth it if you want good sushi.
(5)Rob E.
Sushi Yoshi is great, this is my go to spot when I dont feel like driving down to Tachibana. The sushi is fresh and tastes great. Normally i don't do rolls but Ive tried a few of theirs and they are really good. Parking is a little hard to find if you go at busy times and restaurant is on the smaller side so call to see if they have reservations. The Chirashi here is very interesting and not like Chirashi i have tried in other places, def worth trying at least once to see if you like it.
(4)Roy J.
I just had the chirashi for lunch and I am craving it again for dinner! The flavors of it, and with the side of fresh sashimi that it comes with are delicious. I have been here 3 times in the past 6 months and everything I got was delicious and the sushi tasted very fresh. I recommend trying the green tea, sea urchin sushi, and of course, the chirashi. I also recommend making reservations ahead if you are planning for more than two people. If it's just two people you could probably squeeze in at the bar. The establishment is small, but so are houses and restaurants in Japan, and the food and atmosphere will make me coming back for a long time.
(4)Annie K.
The last time I came here was about 2 years ago, and I don't remember much from my experiences except that the fish was ridiculously fresh. Fast forward 2 years, the fish is STILL ridiculously fresh. We ordered the chicken kara age and grilled pork belly appetizers, as well as the crispy spicy scallop roll and the Mexican roll. The chicken kara age was good, but we weren't really a fan of the grilled pork belly because it was just way too fatty for me. Both of the rolls were delicious though! Sushi Yoshi is an authentic Japanese restaurant with a great selection of rolls, sashimi, appetizers, and entrees. The service was just okay, my server was slow even though the restaurant wasn't packed for lunch, (I remember coming here a few years ago and it would be packed!) forgot my iced green tea but I didn't mind and just drank water. I would definitely come back here again.
(4)Arthur F.
Overall it wasn't bad but at the same time it wasn't spectacular. The sashimi was fresh and rice good. Only issue I had was a couple of the tuna pieces had chewyness to it. I'm not sushi snob but I do know tuna should not be like that. VA definitely lacks great authentic sushi. All the really good ones still remain in DC or MD.
(3)Nicole M.
Sushi Yoshi is just 'okay' sushi for me. Having tried most of the spots in the area, I was super excited to get in a meal here before moving out of the area. I made a reservation since it seems that they are pretty much required, even when the place isn't busy and my friends and I were seated immediately. The service was attentive, but not the friendliest. The miso soup was very rich and flavorful, but extremely salty. Chicken appetizer was good, but the meat was kind of gummy. As for the sushi items, I was impressed with the presentation of the rolls--the rainbow roll had multicolored masago on it and it was very cool! The sashimi cuts were not skimpy, but definitely not generous. None of the fish was particularly fresh, but it wasn't old/gross either. A few mishaps during the meal: they tried to convince me that the white fish was white tuna and only gave my friend 9 pieces of her rolls instead of 12 (she ordered two full six piece rolls) and accused her of eating three pieces and lying about it when she complained. Those 'mishaps' weren't really a big deal and were resolved in the end. All in all, I found the meal to be edible, but I was not impressed with the quality and wouldn't return given the plethora of other options for sushi in the area.
(3)Farrah K.
I wanted this to be superb but found it as an average restaurant. Their sushi was satisfactory, but not spectacular, as I was hoping. The presentation wasn't much either - not like the pictures I saw. Good for a fairly basic night of sushi. If you can, get a seat on the patio on a nice day.
(3)Kimmy L.
The past couple of times I have been here, I have left disappointed. Service and food were much better in the past couple of years and with all of the sushi options in McLean/Vienna, I won't be coming back to this location. Service is always slow. I get that they are busy, but waiting 10 minutes for miso soup and tea is a bit much. I don't like their dry/erase sushi menu - maybe it's the germaphobe in me but I hate the thought of how many people have touched it and whether or not they clean it thoroughly. I wish we could have the option to write our sushi roll order on paper like many other sushi restaurants. When filling out our dry/erase sushi roll menu, we noticed that the 'Caterpillar Roll' still had a smudge of marker on it from the people who ordered before us so we did our best to wipe it off but it still left a faint green mark. We then ordered 4 of our own rolls. The server did not repeat our order back to us but she did confirm that we ordered 4 rolls. Imagine our surprise when she delivered 5 rolls including the caterpillar roll that we did not want, we weren't able to flag her down and w were hungry so we just went about our eating and paid the $9 for the extra roll that we didn't even want. The eel was incredibly dry. If they are charging $9 for a roll, the portion and quality of eel should be up to par. The other rolls were just ok. Fish doesn't seem as fresh as it used to. Server didn't confirm our order or show us what was what when it came out, which would have helped remedy the situation.
(2)Marshall M.
More than Japanese food, fresh fish, fresh ingredient and great presentation. But average service.
(4)Ryan H.
Went on a Friday--was surprised to find out they closed at 9:30. Ordered dumplings and a sushi platter. The dumplings were fine. The sushi was edible. Overall, the food wasn't good enough for another visit. The early closing time is definitely a minus, especially on a Friday night.
(2)Mel L.
Best chirashi I've ever had!! 10/10 for the flavor, the quantity, the presentation! Having great sushi dishes on a warm day reminds me so much of California! What's better is that their chirashi is better than any chirashi I've had anywhere so far. I'll definitely come back soon and bring more friends over too. Can't wait!
(5)Hannah H.
My husband and I were excited to try Sushi Yoshi out as it was highly recommended by my periodontist. When we walked in, we waited for a bit, even though there were plenty of tables available - apparently, they had a lot of reservations and all of them were reserved. We then asked if we could just sit up at the sushi bar, so it worked out after about 20 minutes or so. We were brought out the house salad with the ginger dressing, which was okay, but no miso soup was available. From their menu, we started off with some of their 'House Specials,' such as the pork belly and the scallops. The pork belly was like teriyaki style, with a hint if citrus (quite tasty!). The scallops, on the other hand, were cooked way too long, so it was a bit rubbery. The aioli/ponsu sauce on the top was kind of strange as it was a hint of citrus flavor to it. I also ordered the fatty toro (fatty tuna); it tasted a little unfresh, but overall, it was good - it did have a strong citrus aftertaste, though. I am thinking that the dishes here have a huge focus on citrus-like flavors. My husband also ordered the sukiyaki - we were both not fans as it was extremely sweet! We felt as if there was some type of a mistake with the sugar amount, and in the end, we just could not take more than a spoonful of it. The dish itself contained veggies, vermicelli noodles that were overcooked, and just a huge amount of meat (similar to bulgogi). The sushi chefs were cute very cute and I did enjoy watching them create the dishes. I really enjoyed the pork belly special, and if the fatty tuna was more fresh, I would have been a fan. I am glad I was able to try this place out, but not sure if I'd go back! +underwhelming sushi T___T
(3)Suzi L.
Worst service! They can't wait to rush you out to flip tables. Rude for paying customers. Lunch for for people came out to a little over $100. Would have loved to enjoy our meal without being so rudely rushed!
(1)Meg D.
Definitely a fan of this place. Keep in mind, I'm fairly certain this is definitely Americanized Japanese sushi, not Japanese Japanese but it's still fairly delish! Went with a friend on a Monday night and had to wait about 15 min for a spot, which ended up being at the counter (not that we minded!) but it's a small restaurant so make reservations ahead of time. One thing I like about this place is that for some rolls, you can choose full or half-by getting half, you can try more stuff! Was very impressed by the Vegas roll-tempura-ed sushi with cream cheese...which sounds like a strange thing but is very delicious. Their lasagna roll was also pretty scrumptious. And the eel one (maybe the dragon roll?) was sooo good. Nomm. After eating the rolls with such bold flavor, it made the CA roll seem a bit bland.
(4)Claire C.
I usually do not write reviews to every place I've been to unless it was outstanding or really bad, and yet Sushi Yoshi is definitely a charming place if you craving for fresh Japanese food!! I've been there countless times and very fortunately I have never been disappointed by their food! (PS! For SASHIMI lovers, if you want the best freshness fish, you should go there after Wednesday!!) I liked their chirashi deluxe and cucumber roll. It's a good size for party of two. The great thing about this plate is that it's not overpriced! Their chirashi deluxe got almost 25-28 pieces for just $30, and the quality of food they given to you are still great. I would definitely recommend this place to you if you live in DMV area! Just a reminder. Sushi Yoshi is a charming little heaven off the maple ave, there are many interesting stores around, you should defiantly check those out if you are not in a rush. :D
(5)Alyssa C.
I got the chirashi and my friend got the sashimi set. In my opinion the sashimi set was better. Pay a bit more and get ~30% more sashimi. Granted the chirashi comes with sushi rice instead of normal rice and has those cool Japanese rice condiments but as someone who loves sashimi, I would just get the sashimi set next time. The quality of the sashimi in terms of the precision of the cuts and the freshness isn't A+ which is why I give this 4 stars but if you just want to satisfy sushi cravings this is good.
(4)Wen F.
This isn't a super "Fancy" place but ... First things first, I'm a sushi lover Drop this and I'm gonna let the yelp world feel it And I'm still in the Sushi Bizness I've tried at least half a dozen places for sushi in the DMV and I'd say Sushi Yoshi is probably my favorite. I will admit that usually when I have sushi, unless it's a buffet I'm never fully satisfied, I'm definitely not hungry but I never get that Cheesecake Factory/32oz Steak feeling. However thanks to the generosity of Sushi Yoshi and their awesome Chirashi Bowls, this dude can get his fix and leave fully satisfied without breaking the bank. Their Chirashi cuts are close to most other places' portions of Sashimi, but you get a whole lot more for under $20. I would stick with the cheaper option, (Chirashi regular) it seems like you get more than the choose 3 unless you realllllly have a specific want. The portion is huge and most people can probably make 2 meals out of it but who are we kiddin' I'm a guy that used to eat a sushi platter for 4 to go for dinner all by myself. I also love the spicy salmon/tuna appetizer they have goes really well with the mountain of sushi rice that comes with the Chirashi bowl. If you are in the area and love sushi this is a must try.
(5)Huai-Tao S.
One of the better places for sushi in NOVA not counting DC. The seafood are pretty fresh and well done, nothing that makes it memorable, just good sushi. Tips, they have good lunch deals, always make a reservation unless really off hours. Usually they place is packed, that includes bar area, which also need reservations. Small place, limited parking, but there are street parking, but its my go to place if I feel like sushi. DC is just too much trouble
(4)Alex I.
Sashimi lunch special was tier one fresh. Had a couple no frills rolls and seaweed salad for an opener. All of it on point. It was bustling for lunch so sat at the bar. Servers were attentive and the overall experience was excellent. See why folks been prodding me to check it out.
(5)Le L.
I came here because the yelper reviews and many recommendation by my friends. I am not a sushi lover but I give this place 5 starts. It is the best place for sushi in DMV area. I came here on a tuesday lunch time for my boyfriend's birthday and oh boy it was packed. The place is small already, therefore the restaurant itself can't hold many big tables, so small group will be better choice. The place is located in Vienna, VA and its in the neighborhood side so finding it can be a challenge. This placed is located in the corner so try to look for that. Parking is street parking so good luck to find one if you decided to come here for dinner on weekend. We arrived around 12pm and we had to wait around 20 minutes for a table. It was really packed when we walk inside and there isn't much space to wait either (really small). We literally waited for 20 minutes and got our seat right away. There were some bar seats but i wouldn't prefer that. They gave us hot tea instead of water. I really like the green tea, very rich flavor. I know for sure other places usually charge you extra for tea, but this place they actually give it to you (+ 1 start bonus). We both ordered bento box A + B (A was with tempura veggies and shrimps and B was for sushi rolls). The portion was huge and definitely worth the price. A is for 9.95 and B is for 10.95. I think the price is fair since it was a huge portion and we barely can finish it on our own. We also ordered whitetail rolls and we requested for half of the original order. Before our food came here, they gave us miso soup and salads (which pretty normal I think). I would definitely recommend the BENTO BOX for lunch since its fast and decent for lunch. The service was good which I was surprised by it. It was really crowded during their lunch time, so I thought service wouldn't be good, but they came by each table several times and asked if everything was okay. They even refilled our tea without us even call them. I was amazed by their service and make sure every customers received the right service by them. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for those sushi lovers and anyone want to give this place a shot. I would definitely come back to try other menu items (like sushi rolls and such). I would come back lunch time also since I wouldn't want to wait for hours during dinner time and PARKING. YIKE.
(5)Mi H.
Chirashi is super good for take out as well as dining in. Love their amaebi fried shrimp heads.
(5)Rebekah L.
So this place has awesome sushi masters who know the abc of sushi. The head chef, Mark, serves us an unforgettable dining experience for me and my fiance whenever we drop by. They do have fresh fishes, especially O-toro and salmon, were excellent, they were just melting on my tongue. Chirashi, which is my favorite, is also good and that's the signature menu I think. Definitely the best sushi place in this area.
(5)Teri B.
Stopped by for lunch based in the Yelp reviews, after calling in 30 mins ahead for reservations. Review recommendations are spot on - definitely call ahead. And their food is fresh, fresh, fresh, generous and delicious! What an unexpected surprise in the middle of Vienna.
(5)A. C.
Japanese owned Japanese Restaurant. Japanese-style chirashi was really good and filling. It's not like Korean chirashi (spicy) which I also enjoy from time to time. Fish was fresh and delicious. I will visit again.
(4)Yan N.
Food is delicious, no doubt. However, the services is terribly bad and rude. We went to take out on Friday night, we wait for 50 mins for our 4 rolls... The waitress did not mention how long we have to wait! After 10 mins we went back to check our order, they told us we have to wait another 40 mins... Said they told everyone that there is 40 mins waiting...You could told us when you take us order.... And the way they are explaining to us is very rude too, feels like since you paid already then you have to wait... Not a good experience for our 1st time in here. Don't think it will be next time.
(2)Haley G.
I'm super behind on my yelping and I'm sure I'm gonna lose my elite status, but I'll keep writing reviews anyways. Maybe someone will find them useful! :) I love this place. It's a little out of the way for me and I'll be honest - I always order the same "entree" (chirashizushi). Don't let the outside fool you - this place is legit. All of my halfie friends and our Japanese moms come here for sushi!
(4)Jean S.
Definitely make reservations, this restaurant is tiny and usually packed. Also, parking is not ideal on weekend nights, with Bazins and Alegria packed with patrons next door. It would be nice if they stayed open later, as they close at 9:30 on Fridays/Saturdays and 9:00 on weeknights. Having said all that, it is totally worth going to Sushi Yoshi for their great variety of Japanese small plates and very fresh and carefully prepared sushi/sashimi. I would say Sushi Yoshi has the best sushi I've had in N. Va followed very closely by Tachibana in McLean. I really enjoyed the grilled kampachi jaw, agedashi tofu and monkfish liver. And if you are a fan of uni, definitely order it here, as it is always creamy, sweet and delicious! Service is efficient and friendly, as well.
(4)Angela K.
I'm conflicted... I typically have always liked it here as a staple good place to go for sushi. The last time i went in there right before they were closing for lunch.. perhaps this is why? but still no excuse..but the boyfriend and I both had horrible stomach aches for the rest of the afternoon/evening... lasted for hours.....horrible and scary to mess with bad sushi but that's what it seemed like. The chirashi dish there is pretty friggin amazing with the amount of fish they give you though! It's something worth trying there! very good and value for what you pay! I guess just dont go at the end of lunch?? Dont know what to say other than that but try at your own risk I guess? haha
(3)Jackie S.
The prices are cheap but the service is awful. I was greeted at the door with "How long will it take you to eat dinner?" I was told I could only be seated if I was going to be less than an hour to eat. The service is rude and the sushi wasn't good. The only positive comment I can leave is that the prices are cheap and reasonable. I do not recommend this place to anyone
(1)M. M.
Service AWFUL, they are so rude. Currently they are very popular, that doesn't give them the right to be so rude and condescending. This is a local place for me, I will never go back.
(1)Jessie K.
Overated. Never been so disappointed coming to a restaurant that had gotten such great reviews and not just on Yelp. Didn't realize we had to make reservations for an early dinner on Sunday at 5pm but the hostess said she had one table available until 6:30 so we took it, but you could tell by the hostess' reply and expression that she wasn't happy. Regardless she sat us and we got our menus and waters. For someone in the service industry, our waitress had a craptastic attitude and acted like we were bothering her. No hello, just "what do you want" and marched away. Food came out relatively quick but the amount of rice in the sushi just shows that it's not made by real sushi chefs. Sushi should not have so much rice on it. Realized we had to order more food so we flagged the waitress down and she again looked like we were interrupting her friendly chat with the table next to us. Ordered tempura and grilled mackeral. The tempura came out but then the sauce took another 10min and am it was brought by a 2nd waitress who dumped it on our table. She also brought one bowl of rice and it looked like someone was in a hurry scooping it in. Grilled mackeral was mediocre. This experience just goes to show that not all Yelp restaurants are worth their stars. The best part? their place mats are pretty nice.
(2)Saara Z.
The selection at Sushi Yoshi is great and the portion sizes are quite generous. I went for lunch today and ordered the "Sushi Lunch Special" - which came with 7 pieces of nigiri and a spicy tuna roll for about $11 - and a few pieces of nigiri (salmon belly and scallop). The fish was fresh and the rice was cooked very well (although the temperature of the rice was a little warmer than I'd expect for sushi). In the lunch dish, one of the pieces is actually bean curd sushi, which to me didn't sound that great at first but after taking one bite, I was quite pleased! It was refreshing to have a bite of something sweet with all the soy sauce dipped sushi I was eating. As for the service, we sat at the bar but our waitress was very pleasant and attentive. She catered to our requests, didn't forget anything, and everything came out within a reasonable amount of time.
(4)Nancy T.
If I could only eat one sushi roll for the rest of my life, it would be the spicy crunchy boiled shrimp & avocado roll. Oh how I love this roll! Everything I've had here has been delicious. The chirashi regular is a work of art. So beautiful to look at and made with the freshest high quality ingredients. The unagi nigiri is huge and tasty. If you don't eat sushi or sashimi their sukiyaki is also delicious. It comes in an enormous, heavy black bowl full of noodles, veggies and a beefy, slightly sweet broth. I also really enjoyed their beer and sake selections. The service here is wonderful and prompt. The place is very authentic and very popular. You will need reservations. It's was also crawling with very small children, which seems to be the thing now at sushi restaurants. I think well-behaved older children belong in all restaurants, but I don't know that I would bring toddlers or babies here. Since it's a very small, tight space the crying, shouting and running around of small children are especially disruptive to the other diners.
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