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Dinner spread  - Bar Japonais, Washington, DC

Bar Japonais

4.3
4.3
100 Reviews
$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
22:30

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Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Hot spot
Bar Japonais combines an energetic setting with a distinctive culinary and beverage program. Features include vibrant, Japanese-inspired dishes, sushi and a French wine and cocktail menu, embodying the spirit of both cultures. As with acclaimed sister concept Bar Chinois, which highlights Chinese and French influences, our inspiration is to once again blend two exciting, rich and timeless traditions to create a dynamic offering. Bar Japonais' restaurant core values will revolve around energetic hospitality and intuitive service, ensuring a remarkable guest experience. Join us for Happy Hour specials throughout the entire restaurant and patio, available Tuesday through Saturday from 4 PM to 7 PM and Sunday from 4 PM to close.

Located in Logan Circle, Bar Japonais is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and The White House.

If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience we would love to host you!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, French / Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:30 am Sat 11:00 am–1:30 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 519-7666
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Drag Brunch hosted by Cake Pop!

    US$35.00 per person

    Prepaid

    23 Feb 2025 only
    Come party with us at Bar Japonais for a very special Drag Brunch hosted by Cake Pop! Come celebrate with us at the best Sunday party on 14th Street. Tickets are $35. Enjoy optional bottomless drinks for an additional $40 including mimosas, select beers and hard seltzers until 3:00pm. Food and additional beverages are available a la carte. All reservations can be seated as early as 12pm and the show begins at 1pm. Tickets are non-refundable and adults age 21+ only. Don't forget to bring cash for tipping entertainers!

What 100 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Sushi

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Japonais offers a vibrant dining experience with "phenomenal service" and a "fun vibe." The menu features delicious options like Salmon Sashimi and creative cocktails. Happy hour is a highlight, offering excellent deals. While the atmosphere is lively and sometimes "extremely loud," it's a great spot for energetic nights out.
100 Reviews
  1. Aspen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

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

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  2. Pia

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

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

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  3. Janice

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant Week menu was a good representation of standard menu. Also able to take advantage of happy hour! Service was attentive but not obtrusive. Lively crowd. Great opportunity to try a new restaurant and will return.

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  4. Elisabeth

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and service great. Only issue was that the music was too loud for my taste.

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  5. Jason

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The environment was nice. The food was okay - nothing great. Good price for the portions.

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  6. Peter

    Washington DC

    40 reviews

    2.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Not impressed at all. For some reason we were sat at the back on a high table even though we had asked for a normal table (we have a kid). The menu is very limited - we were surprised that a Japanese restaurant does not have miso soup and does not have hot sake (it was below freezing outside). The food was basically what you would get at a diner. Definitely NOT worth the price. Not impressed at all.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience & great ambience! 10/10 would recommend for date night, dinner & drinks with friends or solo date! The service was phenomenal, my waitress was patient & very sweet & gave great food & drink recommendations. The Kalpi Cosmo & Raikou (it has lychee in it) are my absolute fav! The food was also delicious from the steak skewers, dumplings, cucumber salad to the sushi & Japanese fried chicken! 100% going back!! It was little chilly (at least for me, i get cold anywhere I go, lol) so bring a jacket or sweater if you get cold easily.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stunning restaurant with fun vibe for a few cocktails on a Friday night and some small bites. Tuna tartine and Okonomiyaki was delicious. Stuck on Oki was our favorite cocktail of the evening. Staff were fantastic and very attentive. Will definitely be coming back.

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  9. Caroline

    VIP

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    we had such a good time, we had a really large group and the restaurant was really accommodating with us. The only reason I did 4 instead of 5 stars is one person did the pre fixe menu didn’t get 2 of their courses and someone else didn’t receive their entree until we were leaving. Otherwise drinks and bites came out timely, everyone was really nice and the food was delicious (I loved the veggie roll and the noodles)

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  10. Jade

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! We ended up paying for the tasting menu, its was a LOT of food which i was not expecting. So ended up being very full by the 3rd course.. but everything was exceptional. Service was great

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FAQs

Bar Japonais is rated 4.3 stars by 100 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:30

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Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bar Japonais

1520 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    14th Street NW & Church Street NW
  • Area
    Logan Circle
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:30 am Sat 11:00 am–1:30 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, French / Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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