It was too loud for a conversation. I came to catch up with a friend and while we enjoyed the food we ended up leaving to go elsewhere for dessert so that we could actually talk. Vibes are great for a party or larger group of friends though
Bria
The vibes were immaculate and made me feel like I was in a dark speakeasy. The tables are separated enough for you to feel intimate with who you're with but not bothering the people behind you. The drinks and food were on point, each of the food options had to have been a 10/10, you've GOT TO try the hand rolls they're perfect, and the drinks were perfect little sips for the food as well. I was celebrating my birthday and they made me feel special by giving me and my husband a glass of champagne on the house! And our server was attentive and was able to accommodate for my gluten allergy! While there were a couple things I couldn't eat most of the menu could be accommodated for. Ending the night with a delicious purin pudding made me feel special, full, and happy beyond belief. 5 stars!!!
Emily
Great restaurant with wonderful food and service! We loved the whole experience and Rachid took good care of us. We would go back in a second!
Rijaa
Food was subpar, service was abysmal. That was with a total of 2 tables in the restaurant.
Christopher
We had the tasting menu for restaurant week. The food was prepared excellently, some dishes we really liked and others was interesting to try. We love the chicken and the DIY sushi.
Peter
Everything was delicious - we loved the Rocky balboa, fried pig's ears, grilled lamb, grilled avocado, and hand rolls. Top quality food and great service!
Halei
My Husband and I went for his birthday, we made reservations for the izakaya not the ramen restaurant. I was incredibly disappointed with this restaurant, we made reservations and mentioned that it was for a birthday (we received no mention or anything about his birthday the night of). Our first order of food and drinks was fine, however about 20-25 minutes of us being there someone sat next to us that knew the staff of the restaurant. We proceeded to be ignored for the remainder of the night while this table next to us requested food and items off menu backing the kitchen up. Our server proceeded to not serve us, we waited about 20-25 minutes to order our second order of food and drinks, (no water/ table cleared) after our second order. After receiving and eating our server took an additional 30 minutes for our bill, we had to wave down our server to get our bill because he was fulfilling special request from the table next to us. The food itself was exceptionally average we ordered cacio e pepe udon, it was not seasoned at all compared to what the menu said. It tasted just like hot cream sauce, there was no pepper or Parmesan flavor at all. The catfish karaage wasn't breaded properly, the breading was soft and wet not crunchy like typical karaage items I've had at different restaurants. While the whole concept of an izakaya is small dishes those small dishes need to be good and filling and priced well. Do not come here, we had mediocre service / food for a $200 bill for 8 food items and 4 drinks is abysmal.
Song Ting Tang
Food: 9 out of 10 Service: 5 out of 5 Atmosphere: 5 out of 5 Price/Value: 4.5 out of 5 Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.7 out of 5
Recommendations: Spicy Miso Ramen
Daikaya is one of the best ramen places in D.C.! I had the spicy miso ramen, and it was so rich and so delicious. The chasu melted in my mouth and I had to get another portion of it. The service was also impeccable. The restaurant is pretty small, but I like the vibe of everyone sitting across from each other at two long tables. Will definitely visit again!
Lucas S
Cold at the bar since the AC is right above you.. the ramen bowl on the menu said $17 something, but I got charged $19.25, kinda ham if that’s the taxes being added on, and scummy if it’s tip that I didn’t approve of. Not sure , didn’t ask , I just wanted to get out after being severely disappointed by a plain broth and super stiff noodles, even after sitting in the broth for nearly an hour they were still stiff as hell like undercooked pre-packed ramen. (I didn’t just let it sit, I just had to eat so slow because of how upset I was to have spent my money on something so lackluster.)
Clare Woodgate
Shoyu ramen was good but I asked for extra noodles-ramen and they were “in the bowl” and not on the side served separately. Looked like just a regular portion. Expensive for what you get.
I normally don´t like this kind of food (I´m like a fastfood mcdo guy yk 😅), but WOW. This was amazing! I lived the live at this place!
Kerrie M
So very good. Authentic and delicious.
Miss Jones
#WeGotAnotha1 Not sure when my daughter stumbled across this gem, 💠 but Daikaya #IssaWinna
Ramen w/Nitamago (egg), Chashu, Pork Belly, Corn and Pork Belly <----- these are extras!!!!
Spicy Miso Pork Ramen, ❤️🩵💛 the Nitamago, Chashu, Pork Belly on point! The broth sealed the deal. I pan fried the pork belly for a crispy skin, heated the broth (stovetop) and added the Ramen, corn and onions and served in my favorite pho/ramen/soup dish. 🍜
Most definitely be added to my favorites 💯 and will def indulge on occasion. I haven't had the honor of dining in, but #IssaTreat. #BoneAppleTea
Abby
The food was so good, but it was definitely too expensive. I understand it's high quality small plates, but it was too expensive for the amount. We ended up going somewhere for more food afterwards because we couldn't justify getting more and more plates at that cost.
KellyB
One of the members of our party is vegetarian. This is the main reason we picked Izakaya for our double birthday dinner. I am not fond of sushi, but the avocado roll was delicious! And the dessert pudding was incredible! Highly Recommend!!
It was too loud for a conversation. I came to catch up with a friend and while we enjoyed the food we ended up leaving to go elsewhere for dessert so that we could actually talk. Vibes are great for a party or larger group of friends though
The vibes were immaculate and made me feel like I was in a dark speakeasy. The tables are separated enough for you to feel intimate with who you're with but not bothering the people behind you. The drinks and food were on point, each of the food options had to have been a 10/10, you've GOT TO try the hand rolls they're perfect, and the drinks were perfect little sips for the food as well. I was celebrating my birthday and they made me feel special by giving me and my husband a glass of champagne on the house! And our server was attentive and was able to accommodate for my gluten allergy! While there were a couple things I couldn't eat most of the menu could be accommodated for. Ending the night with a delicious purin pudding made me feel special, full, and happy beyond belief. 5 stars!!!
Great restaurant with wonderful food and service! We loved the whole experience and Rachid took good care of us. We would go back in a second!
Food was subpar, service was abysmal. That was with a total of 2 tables in the restaurant.
We had the tasting menu for restaurant week. The food was prepared excellently, some dishes we really liked and others was interesting to try. We love the chicken and the DIY sushi.
Everything was delicious - we loved the Rocky balboa, fried pig's ears, grilled lamb, grilled avocado, and hand rolls. Top quality food and great service!
My Husband and I went for his birthday, we made reservations for the izakaya not the ramen restaurant. I was incredibly disappointed with this restaurant, we made reservations and mentioned that it was for a birthday (we received no mention or anything about his birthday the night of). Our first order of food and drinks was fine, however about 20-25 minutes of us being there someone sat next to us that knew the staff of the restaurant. We proceeded to be ignored for the remainder of the night while this table next to us requested food and items off menu backing the kitchen up. Our server proceeded to not serve us, we waited about 20-25 minutes to order our second order of food and drinks, (no water/ table cleared) after our second order. After receiving and eating our server took an additional 30 minutes for our bill, we had to wave down our server to get our bill because he was fulfilling special request from the table next to us. The food itself was exceptionally average we ordered cacio e pepe udon, it was not seasoned at all compared to what the menu said. It tasted just like hot cream sauce, there was no pepper or Parmesan flavor at all. The catfish karaage wasn't breaded properly, the breading was soft and wet not crunchy like typical karaage items I've had at different restaurants. While the whole concept of an izakaya is small dishes those small dishes need to be good and filling and priced well. Do not come here, we had mediocre service / food for a $200 bill for 8 food items and 4 drinks is abysmal.
Food: 9 out of 10
Service: 5 out of 5
Atmosphere: 5 out of 5
Price/Value: 4.5 out of 5
Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.7 out of 5
Recommendations: Spicy Miso Ramen
Daikaya is one of the best ramen places in D.C.! I had the spicy miso ramen, and it was so rich and so delicious. The chasu melted in my mouth and I had to get another portion of it. The service was also impeccable. The restaurant is pretty small, but I like the vibe of everyone sitting across from each other at two long tables. Will definitely visit again!
Cold at the bar since the AC is right above you.. the ramen bowl on the menu said $17 something, but I got charged $19.25, kinda ham if that’s the taxes being added on, and scummy if it’s tip that I didn’t approve of. Not sure , didn’t ask , I just wanted to get out after being severely disappointed by a plain broth and super stiff noodles, even after sitting in the broth for nearly an hour they were still stiff as hell like undercooked pre-packed ramen. (I didn’t just let it sit, I just had to eat so slow because of how upset I was to have spent my money on something so lackluster.)
Shoyu ramen was good but I asked for extra noodles-ramen and they were “in the bowl” and not on the side served separately. Looked like just a regular portion. Expensive for what you get.
Restaurantji Recommends
I normally don´t like this kind of food (I´m like a fastfood mcdo guy yk 😅), but WOW. This was amazing! I lived the live at this place!
So very good. Authentic and delicious.
#WeGotAnotha1
Not sure when my daughter stumbled across this gem, 💠 but Daikaya #IssaWinna
Ramen w/Nitamago (egg), Chashu, Pork Belly, Corn and Pork Belly <----- these are extras!!!!
Spicy Miso Pork Ramen, ❤️🩵💛 the Nitamago, Chashu, Pork Belly on point!
The broth sealed the deal.
I pan fried the pork belly for a crispy skin, heated the broth (stovetop) and added the Ramen, corn and onions and served in my favorite pho/ramen/soup dish. 🍜
Most definitely be added to my favorites 💯 and will def indulge on occasion.
I haven't had the honor of dining in, but #IssaTreat. #BoneAppleTea
The food was so good, but it was definitely too expensive. I understand it's high quality small plates, but it was too expensive for the amount. We ended up going somewhere for more food afterwards because we couldn't justify getting more and more plates at that cost.
One of the members of our party is vegetarian. This is the main reason we picked Izakaya for our double birthday dinner. I am not fond of sushi, but the avocado roll was delicious! And the dessert pudding was incredible! Highly Recommend!!
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