O-Ku – Japanese
O-Ku invites guests into a sleek, high-energy space where the meticulous art of Japanese cuisine is reimagined with a bold, contemporary pulse. Silken ribbons of salmon usuzukuri and zesty yellowtail carpaccio showcase the pristine freshness of the sea, while the kitchen balances these delicate flavors with the satisfying crunch of rock shrimp and the deep, umami-rich warmth of wild mushrooms. Every plate, from the jewel-like toro tartare to the golden-fried karaage, is a masterclass in texture and presentation, making each visit a vibrant celebration of modern Asian flavors.
1274, 5th Street Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002-3870 +12028888790 https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-washington-dc/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, gluten-free, halal, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, lectin-free, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Salmon Usuzukuri - $20: pickled wasabi stem, chives, black volcanic salt, truffle ponzu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toro Tartare - $32: avocado, soy, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Raw-Food Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hotate Crudo - $19: scallop served with parsley oil, goose berries, raisin puree and glazed with grape ponzu Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karashi Maguro - $22: tuna tataki, sweet miso mustard, apple salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Serrano Carpaccio - $20: ponzu, herb oil, yuzu oil, cherry radish, serrano, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food Available at: dinner, lunch
- O-Ku Crispy Rice - $20: Beef tartare, scallion, sesame, yuzu aioli, parsley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Raw-Food Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rock Shrimp - $17: spicy aioli, cilantro, sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karaage Chicken - $16: yuzu aioli, togarashi, shredded cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dumpling Dim Sum - $15: crispy pork gyoza dumplings, black vinegar garlic soy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Mushrooms - $16: oniku tare, butter, fresh herbs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower - $16: gochujang glaze, crushed peanuts, scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Broccolini - $15: yuzu olive oil, goma tare, crunchy garlic, chili oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Rolls
- Spicy Tuna Roll - $17: scallion, shiso, cucumber, spicy aioli, eel sauce, crunchy onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Salmon Roll - $17: scallion, shiso, cucumber, crunchy tempura, spicy aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Roll - $16: fried sweet potato, avocado, cucumber, goat cheese mousse, sweet soy glaze, pickled ginger Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow King - $20: aburi salmon, miso truffle aioli, kani crab, avocado, cucumber, micro greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tataki Roll - $21: aburi tuna, avocado, tempura shrimp, sweet soy glaze, spicy aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mt. Fuji - $23: shrimp tempura, avocado, blue crab, sweet soy glaze, tempura flakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuzu Fuego - $21: yellowtail sashimi, serrano pepper, yuzu su miso, spicy tuna, shiso, cucumber Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf & Turf Roll - $23: sweet soy tare, torched wagyu beef, tempura shrimp, avocado, cilantro aioli, pickled wasabi, crunchy onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Western Wagyu Roll - $90: tempura fried lobster tail, avocado, negiyaki, aburi A5 wagyu, fresh grated wasabi, black garlic tare, fried garlic chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Yakisoba Noodles - $28: sriracha & goma base sauce, pork belly, scallion, sesame seeds, ramen noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib - $32: celery root purée, yuzu pickled fennel, tempura asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saikyo Salmon - $18: sake miso mirin marinade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Kinoko - $38: lobster tail, wild mushrooms, compound butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Edamame - $6: Soybeans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $8: Seaweed Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $6: Miso, tofu, seaweed Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Ube Brownie - $14: white chocolate sauce, ube coulis, coconut ice cream, masago crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sata Andagi - $13: Okinawan donuts, miso caramel, peanut sesame sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Yuzu Parfait - $17: yuzu cream, citrus marmalade, Madagascar vanilla gelato, strawberry Pocky Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Shogun - $13: gin, basil, agave nectar, lime
- Sapporo Lager - $8: Draft beer
- Yuzu Soda - $7: Non-alcoholic
Restaurants near O-Ku
- Toki Underground — Japanese
- Sushi Sato — Japanese
- Bantam King — Japanese
- Rice Bar — Japanese
- Chaplin's — Japanese
- Kata — Japanese
- Poké Papa — Japanese
- Umaya Izakaya — Japanese
- Izakaya Seki — Japanese
- JINYA Ramen Bar — Japanese
- Poki DC — Japanese
- Ama — Japanese
