My goodness...I am pretty sure Kappo DC is the closest thing to heaven on earth. Upon arriving, you are greeted with a conspicuous entrance, light brown wooden door, and a gold plaque with "Kappo Makoto" carved into it. It gave off a very exclusive and high end vibe. Once our dinner reservation time arrived, the door finally opened with a host greeting and welcoming us in. Walking by an amazing display of various bottles of sake and a large mirror for us to snap a picture together, we entered the main dining area. To start, the chefs introduced themselves and gave us a little history on the restaurant's creation and overall vision. We ordered our drinks and we were given the option for the uni & caviar add-on. Since it was my birthday, you can bet your ass we got it! To start, we were presented with the wagyu summer salad. Every ingredient paired perfectly together with a dash of acidity from the light dressing. The uni was absolute butter. The wagyu was melt in your mouth goodness. The greens provided the perfect balance to the rich, complex flavors from the uni and Wagyu together. I knew we were in for an amazing night. Next up was the Chawanmushi, a savory egg custard with wagyu. It was delicate and velvety, yet bursting with umami. Of course, with our caviar topping, this dish was the perfect amuse-bouche. The sashimi trio that followed did not disappoint. The first was light, refreshing, and well balanced. The colors of this dish popped, with bursts of green, pink and orange. The fish (I believe it was hamachi) was super fresh and perfectly marinated. The next one was more meat centric and being paired with the uni, it balanced out the sharper taste of the tuna. The final of the trio was a scallop sashimi, with thin cucumber slices and red onions in an acidic drizzle. Like the first one, it was refreshing and bright. Annnd let's not forget, the caviar/uni pairings which perfectly meshed with each dish. Next up we starting getting back into the wagyu with the Wagyu Menchi Katsu. This one was fun to eat, not anything super impressive, but overall had rich flavor and sat atop a small pool of sauce and a shishito pepper. Overall, a nice change of pace from the fish heavy dishes from before. Onto the Wagyu Chirashi Sushi, this was by far one of my favorite dishes on the menu. The presentation was gorgeous, with a small ball of white rice topped with orange salmon roe, red tobiko, bright yellow quail egg, vibrant green chives, a little yellow flower and a gold flake on top. Let's not forget the radiant uni and caviar to top it all off, this dish was bursting with color. The flavor was overwhelmingly good. My friend, wife and I couldn't stop ourselves making awkward "mmmm's" and "oooh's" out loud lol. It was served in the perfect portion, as any more would have been too overwhelming, but any less would leave much to desire. The Wagyu sukiyaki was a good transition from the rich and savory flavors of the Chirashi. It was solely Wagyu beef with glass noodles and some greens on top, sitting in a puddle of delicious sauce. Sweet yet savory. At this point I was getting very full. Finally the Curry Udon arrived. It was good, but honestly it was definitely well past the climax of the courses. I found this to be a grounding dish, bringing us back down to earth after being sent into space. It was comforting and warm. I wouldn't say it was amazing, it was just nice. A reminder that overindulgence can be detrimental to your overall enjoyment. They did provide me with a scoop of some yummy ice cream since it was my birthday, but also we were sent home with some Royce chocolate. Among the dishes, they had really great cocktails and we also got a bottle of "Seven Spearsmen" sake, which paired really well with the rich and fatty flavors we consumed. Service was phenomenal and I think the chef's enjoyed us at the counter because of how expressive we were and amazed by each dish that was put forth. They spent a lot of time chatting with us while preparing t
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I loved my dining experience here!!! It’s a very small and quaint space and you definitely need a reservation. It’s a wagyu omakase but each dish is sufficiently unique and different :)
Brandon Edwards
Amazing experience. Add-ons can get a bit pricey but it's worth every penny. This was the best meal I've ever had.
We had a fantastic experience! Thank you to the chefs and the staff for a night to remember!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Huang
If you want to be double taxed, pay extra 100 dollar for uni online.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Ken E.
Sunday evening wagyu Omakase. The courses were all excellent, and the service was prompt and delightful. Lacks the pretension of peer competitors. The servers were especially warm and down to earth. I'd recommend Kappo.
Samantha Reynolds
Incredible food and hospitality! Chef is amazing and so kind. Absolutely lovely experience!
Sublime dining experience, worth every penny. If you’re into consuming the highest quality meat known to man in the most perfect fashion, spend your dollars here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi
Hong Kim
We went to kappo for my girlfriend’s birthday. It’s did not disappoint. Sit at the counter and watch the chef at work and serve you. There is room for 10-15 people per service so very cozy and intimate.Love the food and experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Khanh-Chau M.
Was able to try this omakase out again for a revamped menu plus added uni and caviar to the dishes, which was only for a few of the dishes but definitely added some great flavour to the wagyu dishes! My favourite part was probably at the end with the wagyu nigiri pieces, which the wagyu was so flavourful with alongside the caviar and uni. My only complaints this time around were that once, the wagyu wasn't cooked all the way, so I had to chew on a raw piece for quite a while, and I believe my friend's eggroll dish was also frozen inside. But other than that, it's like I remembered the first time with being full and complimentary sweets at the end with the kind staff.
Small reastaurant. Street parking. Servcie was exceptional. 8-course wagyu experience startint at $150. The food was spectacular, but when all things are said and done, it ends up being $250 per person, including drinks and tips. I was glad to be able to enjoy this amongst close friends, but for the price, this might be a one and done experience.
Michelle R.
A wonderful dining experience. Pre fixe 8 course menu full of flavor and texture. The servers were very attentive to our needs and the chef was wonderful. A great choice for an intimate night.
Andrae C
I think people will justify spending crazy amounts of money for okay tasting food. This was not worth it. For a party of 3 paying over 1k for this experience will down go as one of my biggest mistakes. It’s like forcing Americans to pay for nonsense. Never again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Matthew Weltz
Just an incredible experience all around. Great service, amazing and creative dishes, interesting drinks, and a unique atmosphere. Will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu Beef
Lauren
Favorite dining experience in DC so far. Wagyu-based 8 course Japanese style set menu.Reservations-Made on Tock in advance. Around $50 deposit per person counted towards check. Reserve at the counter to watch the masterful preparation of the food! Definitely part of the experience.Food-8 courses, 7 savory and 1 dessert. Menu changes, this was our set menu:- Wagyu Salad, Chawanmushi (egg custard dish), wagyu tataki, wagyu harumaki (egg roll), sashimi trio (yellowtail, tuna, scallop), wagyu Yakishabu, wagyu nigiri-Dessert was ice cream, if you’re celebrating they upgrade your dessert- ours included an extra scoop of ice cream, red bean, cheesecake, and gold flakes!-Chawanmushi was so silky smooth and loved the flavor combination.-Their dashi broth used throughout was amazing!-All the meats and sashimi were melt in your mouth. Everything was really fresh.Seriously, the fish was SO fresh- we visited Japan recently and the sashimi brought us back! My only nit is that they have all the toppings and sauce on the fish trio when the sashimi would’ve been so good alone too. I’d come back if they introduced a fish only option!- Other favorites were the wagyu salad, and the yakishabu-The tataki and harumaki were good but other dishes were more memorable. The harumaki (egg roll) also had Kobe beef inside and definitely was a unique experience using some seasoning that had a slight numbing effect.- Flavors were traditional Japanese, with dashi, soy sauce, yuzu, ginger, and greens throughout the dinnerOther-- We also ordered tea which was so good and comforting on a cold day- Also I have to comment on the beautiful plates. I read that the Chef went to Japan to hand pick them all himself.Service-Very attentive as expected. Each dish is explained and how to eat. The chefs at the counter were also very friendly and it was a pleasure watching them prepare the food.Vibes-Small, intimate place with just a few tables and counter seating. The counter was elevated so you’re looking down where the food is being prepared.Parking- street parking22% gratuity added to the check.Overall, come to Kappo for a taste of Japan in DC!
My goodness...I am pretty sure Kappo DC is the closest thing to heaven on earth. Upon arriving, you are greeted with a conspicuous entrance, light brown wooden door, and a gold plaque with "Kappo Makoto" carved into it. It gave off a very exclusive and high end vibe. Once our dinner reservation time arrived, the door finally opened with a host greeting and welcoming us in. Walking by an amazing display of various bottles of sake and a large mirror for us to snap a picture together, we entered the main dining area. To start, the chefs introduced themselves and gave us a little history on the restaurant's creation and overall vision. We ordered our drinks and we were given the option for the uni & caviar add-on. Since it was my birthday, you can bet your ass we got it! To start, we were presented with the wagyu summer salad. Every ingredient paired perfectly together with a dash of acidity from the light dressing. The uni was absolute butter. The wagyu was melt in your mouth goodness. The greens provided the perfect balance to the rich, complex flavors from the uni and Wagyu together. I knew we were in for an amazing night. Next up was the Chawanmushi, a savory egg custard with wagyu. It was delicate and velvety, yet bursting with umami. Of course, with our caviar topping, this dish was the perfect amuse-bouche. The sashimi trio that followed did not disappoint. The first was light, refreshing, and well balanced. The colors of this dish popped, with bursts of green, pink and orange. The fish (I believe it was hamachi) was super fresh and perfectly marinated. The next one was more meat centric and being paired with the uni, it balanced out the sharper taste of the tuna. The final of the trio was a scallop sashimi, with thin cucumber slices and red onions in an acidic drizzle. Like the first one, it was refreshing and bright. Annnd let's not forget, the caviar/uni pairings which perfectly meshed with each dish. Next up we starting getting back into the wagyu with the Wagyu Menchi Katsu. This one was fun to eat, not anything super impressive, but overall had rich flavor and sat atop a small pool of sauce and a shishito pepper. Overall, a nice change of pace from the fish heavy dishes from before. Onto the Wagyu Chirashi Sushi, this was by far one of my favorite dishes on the menu. The presentation was gorgeous, with a small ball of white rice topped with orange salmon roe, red tobiko, bright yellow quail egg, vibrant green chives, a little yellow flower and a gold flake on top. Let's not forget the radiant uni and caviar to top it all off, this dish was bursting with color. The flavor was overwhelmingly good. My friend, wife and I couldn't stop ourselves making awkward "mmmm's" and "oooh's" out loud lol. It was served in the perfect portion, as any more would have been too overwhelming, but any less would leave much to desire. The Wagyu sukiyaki was a good transition from the rich and savory flavors of the Chirashi. It was solely Wagyu beef with glass noodles and some greens on top, sitting in a puddle of delicious sauce. Sweet yet savory. At this point I was getting very full. Finally the Curry Udon arrived. It was good, but honestly it was definitely well past the climax of the courses. I found this to be a grounding dish, bringing us back down to earth after being sent into space. It was comforting and warm. I wouldn't say it was amazing, it was just nice. A reminder that overindulgence can be detrimental to your overall enjoyment. They did provide me with a scoop of some yummy ice cream since it was my birthday, but also we were sent home with some Royce chocolate. Among the dishes, they had really great cocktails and we also got a bottle of "Seven Spearsmen" sake, which paired really well with the rich and fatty flavors we consumed. Service was phenomenal and I think the chef's enjoyed us at the counter because of how expressive we were and amazed by each dish that was put forth. They spent a lot of time chatting with us while preparing t
I loved my dining experience here!!! It’s a very small and quaint space and you definitely need a reservation. It’s a wagyu omakase but each dish is sufficiently unique and different :)
Amazing experience. Add-ons can get a bit pricey but it's worth every penny. This was the best meal I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi, Chawanmushi, Wagyu Beef
We had a fantastic experience! Thank you to the chefs and the staff for a night to remember!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you want to be double taxed, pay extra 100 dollar for uni online.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Sunday evening wagyu Omakase. The courses were all excellent, and the service was prompt and delightful. Lacks the pretension of peer competitors. The servers were especially warm and down to earth. I'd recommend Kappo.
Incredible food and hospitality! Chef is amazing and so kind. Absolutely lovely experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi, Wagyu Beef, Wagyu Salad
Sublime dining experience, worth every penny. If you’re into consuming the highest quality meat known to man in the most perfect fashion, spend your dollars here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi
We went to kappo for my girlfriend’s birthday. It’s did not disappoint. Sit at the counter and watch the chef at work and serve you. There is room for 10-15 people per service so very cozy and intimate.Love the food and experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was able to try this omakase out again for a revamped menu plus added uni and caviar to the dishes, which was only for a few of the dishes but definitely added some great flavour to the wagyu dishes! My favourite part was probably at the end with the wagyu nigiri pieces, which the wagyu was so flavourful with alongside the caviar and uni. My only complaints this time around were that once, the wagyu wasn't cooked all the way, so I had to chew on a raw piece for quite a while, and I believe my friend's eggroll dish was also frozen inside. But other than that, it's like I remembered the first time with being full and complimentary sweets at the end with the kind staff.
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Small reastaurant. Street parking. Servcie was exceptional. 8-course wagyu experience startint at $150. The food was spectacular, but when all things are said and done, it ends up being $250 per person, including drinks and tips. I was glad to be able to enjoy this amongst close friends, but for the price, this might be a one and done experience.
A wonderful dining experience. Pre fixe 8 course menu full of flavor and texture. The servers were very attentive to our needs and the chef was wonderful. A great choice for an intimate night.
I think people will justify spending crazy amounts of money for okay tasting food. This was not worth it. For a party of 3 paying over 1k for this experience will down go as one of my biggest mistakes. It’s like forcing Americans to pay for nonsense. Never again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Just an incredible experience all around. Great service, amazing and creative dishes, interesting drinks, and a unique atmosphere. Will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu Beef
Favorite dining experience in DC so far. Wagyu-based 8 course Japanese style set menu.Reservations-Made on Tock in advance. Around $50 deposit per person counted towards check. Reserve at the counter to watch the masterful preparation of the food! Definitely part of the experience.Food-8 courses, 7 savory and 1 dessert. Menu changes, this was our set menu:- Wagyu Salad, Chawanmushi (egg custard dish), wagyu tataki, wagyu harumaki (egg roll), sashimi trio (yellowtail, tuna, scallop), wagyu Yakishabu, wagyu nigiri-Dessert was ice cream, if you’re celebrating they upgrade your dessert- ours included an extra scoop of ice cream, red bean, cheesecake, and gold flakes!-Chawanmushi was so silky smooth and loved the flavor combination.-Their dashi broth used throughout was amazing!-All the meats and sashimi were melt in your mouth. Everything was really fresh.Seriously, the fish was SO fresh- we visited Japan recently and the sashimi brought us back! My only nit is that they have all the toppings and sauce on the fish trio when the sashimi would’ve been so good alone too. I’d come back if they introduced a fish only option!- Other favorites were the wagyu salad, and the yakishabu-The tataki and harumaki were good but other dishes were more memorable. The harumaki (egg roll) also had Kobe beef inside and definitely was a unique experience using some seasoning that had a slight numbing effect.- Flavors were traditional Japanese, with dashi, soy sauce, yuzu, ginger, and greens throughout the dinnerOther-- We also ordered tea which was so good and comforting on a cold day- Also I have to comment on the beautiful plates. I read that the Chef went to Japan to hand pick them all himself.Service-Very attentive as expected. Each dish is explained and how to eat. The chefs at the counter were also very friendly and it was a pleasure watching them prepare the food.Vibes-Small, intimate place with just a few tables and counter seating. The counter was elevated so you’re looking down where the food is being prepared.Parking- street parking22% gratuity added to the check.Overall, come to Kappo for a taste of Japan in DC!