Nobu DC

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   Jennifer

   Washington DC

   9 reviews

   2.0

   9 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

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

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   Rachael

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nobu did not disappoint… amazing food and service.
   

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   Sean

   Cincinnati

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We let them set the menu, and tried all kinds of new dishes. I want to go back tomorrow and the next day.
   

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   Kimberly

   Baltimore

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Some of the best sushi you’ll find anywhere in the world.
   

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   Steve

   Greater Boston

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food, as always at Nobu, is superb! however, the expense of dining here is now reaching a point of being untenable! 
   

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   Arthur

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

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

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   David

   Philadelphia

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   It was good but overpriced. You are paying for the name
   

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   Andrea

   New York City

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

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

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   Brian

   Washington DC

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 16 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

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

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    Lilly

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3

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

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