O-Ku

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1274 5th St NE
Washington, DC 20002
O-Ku DC invites guests to explore rare and unique dining options –traditional sashimi and sushi, innovative Japanese specialties and wood-fired robata-style dishes from the Kitchen’s Binchotan grills. The fish and other ingredients are sourced from the highest-quality purveyors around the world and is committed to using sustainably sourced ingredients when possible.
Fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese

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4.5757 reviews
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Yousi F.
8/25/2025

How things have changed since my original review! This place is fantastic! We had an incredible server (Kaleb), who truly made the whole experience so special and excellent. His knowledge of the...

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Chrissy S.
10/30/2025

If you're looking for a restaurant that gives vibes + flavor + aesthetic, Oku delivers every single time. From the moody lighting to the gorgeous plating, everything feels elevated but still chill...

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Andrew K.
9/14/2025

The food was fine, if not horribly overpriced. The service was atrocious. We were seated at the sushi counter; the space hadn't been cleaned and had crumbs all over. The host wiped down the table...

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Savannah M.
10/13/2025

I really like O-ku. When you step inside, you almost forget where you are. The vibe inside is warm and dimly lit, but there's also rooftop seating as well with more natural lighting as well string...

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Nessa R.
7/24/2025

O-Ku! Wow! My favorite human and I had tried to come before but it was closed, it opens at 5 p.m. everyday of the week. Noted! On Wednesday we made the decision to hop over to Union Market to...

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