Japanese RestaurantSushi RestaurantCocktail Lounge
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.
Explore offerings from O-Ku on 1274 5th St NE in Washington, DC, with popular chef specialties, robata yaki, hot entree, and signature nigiri available at this location.
Dinner Menu
140 items
Chef Specialties
Salmon Usuzukuri
$20.00
Toro Tartare
$32.00
Hotate crudo
$19.00
Madai Crudo
$22.00
Karashi Maguro
$24.00
Yellowtail Carpaccio
$22.00
Oku Crispy Rice
$21.00
Rock Shrimp
$17.00
Kara age Chicken
$17.00
Dumpling Dimsum
$15.00
Wild Mushroom
$16.00
Cauliflower
$16.00
Broccolini
$16.00
Tomato Salad
$14.00
Robata Yaki
Flat Iron Steak
$19.00
Duck Negiyaki
$18.00
Citrus Kai
$18.00
Sticky Ribs
$18.00
Yakitori Chicken
$15.00
Ninniku Lamb
$19.00
Hamachi Kama
$30.00
Hot Entree
Yakisoba
$28.00
Short Rib
$34.00
Saikyo salmon
$21.00
Okonomiyaki
$26.00
Signature Nigiri
Maguro Verde
$14.00
Sake dreams
$13.00
Kampachi Karai
$14.00
Hotate citrus
$14.00
Kobe baller
$23.00
Creme de la creme
$27.00
Old Yeller
$13.00
Nigiri/Sashimi
Salmon/Sake
Hamachi
Kampachi
Maguro
Zuke Tuna
Madai
Shima Aji
Saba
Hotate
Unagi
Ikura
Yuzu Tobiko
Uni
Otoro
Wagyu
Kurodai
Nigiri Moriawase
$90.00
Sashimi Moriawase
$80.00
Nigiri Sashimi Moriawase
$85.00
Tairagai
Aji
Sawara
Masunosuke
Iwana
Hirame
Isaki
Itoyoridai
Kumamoto Oysters
$32.00
Maki
Spicy tuna
$17.00
Spicy salmon
$17.00
Harvest Roll
$16.00
Snow King
$20.00
Tuna tataki
$21.00
Mt fuji
$23.00
Yuzu fuego
$21.00
Surf & turf
$23.00
Oku spider
$19.00
Unagi san
$19.00
Firecracker
$19.00
Baby yellowtail
$23.00
Western Wagyu
$90.00
Avocado Maki
$10.00
Kappa Maki
$5.00
Negihama Maki
$10.00
Negitoro Maki
$20.00
Sake Maki
$10.00
Shrimp Tempura Maki
$14.00
Tekka Maki
$11.00
California Roll
$12.00
Over the rainbow
$20.00
Salmon Avocado
$12.00
Tuna Avocado
$14.00
Crunchy Prawn Roll
$16.00
Yuzu Got Beef
$23.00
Forest and Flame
$23.00
Oceanside
$23.00
Gifts
GIFT Cauliflower
$3.00
GIFT Chef Crudo 4pc
$3.00
GIFT Miso Soup
$1.00
GIFT Edamame
$1.00
GIFT Dumplings
$3.00
GIFT Seaweed Salad
$2.00
GIFT Ice Cream Scoop
$2.00
Thank you!
$0.01
GIFT dato
$2.00
GIFT Cucumber
$2.00
GIFT Kara Age
$3.00
Gift Yuzu Bar
$3.00
GIFT Rock Shrimp
$3.00
TO GO BAG FEE
$0.05
GIFT Tomato Salad
$2.00
GIFT Zucchini
$2.00
Happy Hour
HH Salmon Usuzukuri
$14.00
HH Yellowtail Carpaccio
$15.00
HH Rock shrimp
$13.00
HH Dumpling Dimsum
$11.00
HH Yakitori
$12.00
HH Spicy Salmon
$12.00
HH Harvest Roll
$12.00
HH Snow King
$13.00
HH Tuna Tataki
$14.00
HH Spicy Tuna
$12.00
Specials
Set Menu $100
$100.00
Set Menu $145
$145.00
Set Menu Gluten Free Cucumber Salad
Set Menu Gluten Free Salmon Usuzukuri
Set Menu Gluten Free Yellowtail Carpaccio
Set Menu Dim Sum
Set Menu Gluten Free Mushrooms
Set Menu Saikyo Salmon
Set Menu Gluten Free Yakitori Chicken
Set Menu Gluten Free Flat Iron
Set Menu Gluten Free Spicy Tuna
Set Menu Gluten Free Surf & Turf
Set Menu Snow King
Set Menu Firecracker
Set Menu Dato Chokoreto
Set Menu Sata
Bento Box
Event
Chicken Teriyaki EVENT Refill
Beef Short Rib EVENT Refill
Cali Maki w/ Spicy Mayo EVENT
$15.00
Yuzu Fuego EVENT
$21.00
Tuna Tetaki EVENT
$21.00
White Rice EVENT Refill
Mixed Veggie Refill
Tuna Usu EVENT
$20.00
Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna 6pc Refill EVENT
$25.00
Reviews
4.6
1,094 reviews
5 stars
843
4 stars
120
3 stars
70
2 stars
27
1 star
34
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Jake Egbert
Sep 29, 2026
5.0
Delicious fare all around. Excellent service. Our waitress described each dish we asked about in colorful detail that led us to order exactly what we needed.
Highlights: sticky ribs! And Firecracker roll.
MW
Miuyin M Yong Wong
Sep 20, 2026
5.0
Bella was the best! She honestly made my entire night and I had to come here and share. I am celiac and she made sure that everything was gluten free. Was super tentative. Also, got to shoutout their meringue dessert! Really good.
JC
John Coello
Sep 16, 2026
5.0
Love O-Ku. My cocktail of choice there is the Sugar & Spice (picture). The staff is very attentive and eager to help with options in case of any allergies. Make sure you make a reservation. This place is so good that you need to save a spot. 😉
CR
Cinthia Rivera
Sep 14, 2026
4.0
Food was a 7/10. Not the best sushi but not bad but for reviews I had higher expectations. I was expecting top tier sushi and it definitely did not hit. The ventilation system wasn’t properly working. It felt very hot inside. The server told us that they lost power last week due to a storm which spoiled a lot of their fish so they had to condense their menu.
TS
Tim Smith
Sep 9, 2026
5.0
This was a fantastic sushi experience. The wine list was outstanding and the good was off the hook. I loved the atmosphere and the decor, upscale industrial plus a cool vibe. Service was above and beyond. We did the sashimi and some rolls and loved everything. They had a bit of a limited menu because of recent storm related issues but it didn't diminish the enjoyment at all. I highly recommend this venue without any issue.
Yes, O-Ku accepts reservations, which can be made via their OpenTable link.
What are the opening hours of O-Ku?
O-Ku is open daily from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
What type of cuisine does O-Ku offer?
O-Ku offers traditional sashimi and sushi, innovative Japanese specialties, and wood-fired robata-style dishes using sustainably sourced ingredients.
What is the dress code at O-Ku?
The dress code at O-Ku is dressy attire.
Does O-Ku have a bar and serve alcoholic drinks?
Yes, O-Ku has an onsite bar and serves cocktails, wine, beer, and other alcoholic drinks.
Can I order takeout or delivery from O-Ku?
Yes, O-Ku offers both takeout and delivery options.
What payment options are accepted at O-Ku?
O-Ku accepts American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, cash, as well as debit card and mobile NFC payments.
Does O-Ku have wheelchair accessible facilities?
Yes, O-Ku has wheelchair accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms.
What nearby places can I visit before or after dining at O-Ku?
Nearby you can visit The Village Cafe for coffee, Politics and Prose bookstore for browsing books, or Lunas de Buenos Aires for Argentine cuisine and drinks.
How can I find O-Ku using nearby landmarks or places?
O-Ku is located near familiar spots such as The Village Cafe, Glosslab beauty salon, and the Politics and Prose bookstore, making it easy to find in Washington, DC.
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