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Nobu DC, Washington, DC

Nobu DC

4.7
4.7
2321 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
Situated on the ground floor of the new Residences on M Street, in the heart of the West End just steps from Georgetown, Nobu Washington DC brings Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s genre-defining cuisine to the nation’s Capital. With more than 11,000 square feet of space including the Bar & Lounge, Dining Room and Sushi Bar, and multiple private event spaces, Nobu DC presents the ideal setting to enjoy signatures like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño alongside DC-inspired dishes and cocktails.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Creative Japanese, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Fri 11:45 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 871-6565
  • Website
    https://www.noburestaurants.com/washingtondc
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Eudy​ ​Camillo​ ​Cruz
  • Private party facilities
    Nobu DC can accommodate various types of event whether in a private or semi-private setting. Private and semi private dining rooms range from 10 to 120 guests or a full restaurant hire for 300 guests. It also has 2 separate patios, East Patio is covered while West Patio is open and intimate.
  • Private party contact
    Nobu DC Events Manager: (202) 871-6565
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2525 M St NW, Washington, DC 20037
  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Metro:​ ​Foggy​ ​Bottom​ ​Station Bus:​ ​630​ ​to​ ​M​ ​Street​ ​and​ ​25th​ ​Street​ ​NW
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • NOBU Easter Brunch

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Indulge in an exceptional brunch experience at Nobu, curated by our executive culinary team, bringing together a generous selection of Japanese and western delights. Enjoy with friends and family on a journey of unlimited Nobu favorites, sushi, salads, pastries & desserts, as well as chef stations and live DJ entertainment. Don’t forget to check out our brunch cocktail specials to complete your experience! Priced at $90 per person, each reservation has a 2 hour seating limit. Please note, there will be no a la carte menu available.
    NOBU Easter Brunch Photo

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What 2,321 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nobu DC offers an "amazing dining experience" with "exceptional service" and "outstanding food" that consistently impresses guests. The ambiance is elegant, though some find the music volume challenging. Standout dishes include the "yellowtail jalapeño" and "miso-marinated black cod." Despite occasional service hiccups, Nobu remains a "top choice for special occasions."
2,321 Reviews

  1. DonaldV VIP

    Washington DC19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    As always..great service and exceptional cuisine!!

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  2. Carol VIP

    Baltimore47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dining experience at Nobu. The food is always top notch and service is impeccable. Rora was a great server, she was personable ,kind and very knowledgeable about the menu. Fabi was so kind and always there quickly to clear our plates. It was a pleasure dining there.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was not the best, this time. But overall a great experience.

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    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful!! We will be back! Thanks so much!

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  5. Arthur

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second visit to NOBU Washington, DC, and it was just as exceptional as the first. From the moment I arrived, the experience was seamless. I got there a bit earlier than my reservation time but the staff was incredibly accommodating and seated me right away. The food, as expected, was outstanding. Every dish was prepared to perfection with the freshest ingredients and exquisite flavors that make NOBU such a standout dining experience. What made the evening even more special was the service. My server was the same one I had on my last visit and she was just as wonderful this time around. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. The combination of impeccable service, delicious food, and the elegant yet welcoming atmosphere makes NOBU DC a place I will continue to return to. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience.

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  6. Paolo VIP

    Washington DC5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A really nice dining experience, with exciting food choices and excellent quality. The main downside: exceedingly expensive for what you get. Small dishes, some high-average, but not exceptional. And service was slow (even on a calm week night).

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food didn’t taste as good this time compared to other times.

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  8. Domonique

    Baltimore8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and even better food. Awesome service. Everything was 10/10

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  9. Alex

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Personnel was friendly and helpful. Ambience was nice but too dark at the tables. The only place with good lighting was a sushi bar. The quality of the fish and sushi rice was mediocre which is unacceptable for a restaurant with such premium pricing. Especially unacceptable was a shrimp sushi. Also, selection of sushi was missing such a staple as a "saba" - mackerel sushi. Selection of drinks was good. But would be nice to also have included selection of Japanese Soju.

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  10. Karis

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time at Nobu DC! We had a special date night dinner and Nobu was the perfect place. The service was incredible (better than any other Nobu location we've been to!) and the ambiance was very warm & comforting. The miso cod and crispy rice with spicy tuna are a must get, and all of the sushi rolls are perfection. We can't wait to come back soon! :)

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FAQs

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

Nobu DC is rated 4.7 stars by 2321 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nobu DC

2525 M St NW, Washington, DC 20037

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Fri 11:45 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Creative Japanese, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Metro:​ ​Foggy​ ​Bottom​ ​Station Bus:​ ​630​ ​to​ ​M​ ​Street​ ​and​ ​25th​ ​Street​ ​NW
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Eudy​ ​Camillo​ ​Cruz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.noburestaurants.com/washingtondc
  • Phone number
    (202) 871-6565
  • Private party facilities
    Nobu DC can accommodate various types of event whether in a private or semi-private setting. Private and semi private dining rooms range from 10 to 120 guests or a full restaurant hire for 300 guests. It also has 2 separate patios, East Patio is covered while West Patio is open and intimate.
  • Private party contact
    Nobu DC Events Manager: (202) 871-6565
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