43 Best Sushi Bars near Greenbelt

“What is it about astronaut-types who love sushi? This might be a generalization but Osaka is a NASA haunt. I’m pretty sure this sushi restaurant’s bread-and-butter is due in part to the fact they are literally across the street from NASA and know how to serve delicious sushi with decades of veteran expertise.

Osaka Japanese Restaurant offers tasty and reliable dishes. And has for many years. It does not have a fusion menu or flashy decor. It does has traditional Japanese fare that you will enjoy and likely come back for.

The sushi bar, itself, is small. I’ve sat at it a few times, over the years, and found it a friendly and comfortable place to dine alone. The service in the large dining area is usually austere and efficient. I’ve only ever seen one waiter work the entire restaurant at night and he does it well.

When we dined here, recently, I was in a Japanese comfort food mood. So, this review is devoid of any raw seafood reflections. There are many, many options outside of sushi to choose from at Osaka.

I was relieved to know that our dishes came with miso soup and a ginger dressing salad, as should be normal at full-service Japanese restaurants. The dressing was so good that I sipped most all it after the salad was gone. I lost all of my dignity and sipped it like soup.

I ordered a Bento Box. The Bento Boxes are impressive, here, because of their variety and portion size. We enjoyed Bento Box “B,” with salmon teriyaki, 6 California rolls, shrimp and vegetable tempura, gyoza dumplings and white rice.

I wouldn’t dare ask for a California roll substitution because I’m guessing everyone else does and classically Bento Boxes are not ‘make your own’. But I abhor the painted-red faux crabmeat in California rolls which one finds at many restaurants and markets. Not these rolls, at Osaka, however! I actually more-than-liked their California rolls and Ican honestly say I do not usually eat them without removing the meat. Not here. This is really saying a lot about their food quality, here. I didn’t ask but I think they actually use real crab meat instead of the pollock or otherwise fish blend that 95% of places use in California rolls. When you’re in the state of Maryland eating California rolls, faux crab meat is heresy.

The salmon teriyaki in the Bento Box B was a tastey surprise! It was super-fresh, perfectly seared and not overcooked. The shrimp tempura were average/fine. The vegetable tempura was even better: asparagus, eggplant and a yam. I think the fried coating could have been lighter and airier but it was not too thick.

The gyoza dumplings were a definite stand-out: were these homemade?! They must have been because they were expertly seasoned, delightfully herby and aromatic. Must get more gyoza!

Entree #2 was pork katsu called Ton Katsu. The pork was good but I much prefer their chicken katsu. The person I was sharing these dishes with preferred pork. It was good and well-seasoned. The ton katsu sauce was complex and the umami was definitely there. It was thick, smoky and dark. Not at all sweet. We also requested the sweeter teriyaki sauce on the side and I ended up using equal parts of each.

The second standout at Osaka was the cabbage side dish which came with the pork ton katsu entree. This was a lovely and unique presentation of thinly-sliced cabbage along with other flavors. I don’t know if they also offer this as an appetizer but I really liked it. I also added some ginger dressing to it and tasted even better.

All in all Osaka Japanese Restaurant in Greenbelt is maybe overlooked and should never be because their sushi and entrees are at least reliably classic and good, if not delicious and - at times - even surprising.“

“Stopped in for some delicious sushi and chicken katsu, we also ordered the calamari which was fried perfectly and had a nice crispy outside.

The chicken katsu is cooked perfectly, crunchy outside and tasty inside but not dry. The sushi is amazing, I had the spicy tuna which had a good kick to it and the daily special which was the Goldfish Roll today. GOLDFISH ROLL WAS AMAZING!! Spicy tuna in front and goldfish roll in back in the photo.“

“Sushi Hachi is the best sushi restaurant I have ever been to; it was so good that my boyfriend and I went back two nights in a row. Their cocktails are great, and my personal favourite was the 8th street specialty sushi. The atmosphere and mood is calm and pleasant, and the staff and service is top notch. I have to mention our waitress too from the second time, Soko. She remembered us from the previous night, she even remembered which drink she had made me! And she took the time to make some recommendations for us, and brought us some miso on the house and was just the most pleasant and friendly waitress I have had in a while. Thank you!!! We will definitely be back again for as long as we are in/near DC.“

“I chose Akeno Sushi to celebrate my bachelorette weekend, and I couldn’t have made a better choice! It’s my absolute favorite restaurant in DC, and this experience just confirmed why it’s one of my top spots. From start to finish, the staff was incredibly warm, accommodating, and genuinely thrilled to help us celebrate. Nadia, in particular, was a joy to work with and supported me every step of the way in planning. The food was phenomenal, with each dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The drinks were equally impressive, featuring thoughtful details like fresh flowers that added a special touch to the celebration. The ambiance was perfect, with lovely decorations that made the night feel even more festive. Whether you’re planning a special event, a casual dinner, or a date night, Akeno Sushi is versatile, delicious, and always delivers a memorable experience. I highly recommend it!“

“A fantastic experience, highly recommended.

8 seating omakase with three menu that allow for the experience without overcomitting at first. And makes you want to go back for the next level!

I would expect the menu to change - we had some amazing bites from what you would expect like toro but also surprises like the cod.

Very good drinks to go with it as well.

Chef and staff make it a very intimate experience socializing respectfully with the level of comfort and interest of each diner.“

“Excellent bento boxes! So good that I will come back for more.“

“❤️ Oku. hits everytime. every 🍾 celebration we (my fam) head straightforward there.“

“Great service and great food. Place always is clean. Good portions of food.“

“My homegirl and I went to dinner here after exploring Union market and had such an amazing time! Our waiter, Cierra, was phenomenal! My Bestie has a seafood allergy and she was so accommodating. She even made a special roll to accommodate her allergy. The food was delicious, the aesthetic was so cozy, and it’s the perfect place to have an intimate dinner with friends and family!“

“Omg my shrimp pad Thai was SOOOO GOOD!!! The last time I had a Thai meal this good was in Thailand!! Eveything is so authentic! I also ordered the mango sticky rice to go ans haven’t tried it yet but I know it’s gonna be good.
The best thing about this place was the service 😍 Love it when a place has a welcoming team 💛
Thank you so much for the best meal 🙌🏾“

“An all you can eat experience. I went in for lunch with a friend and we both enjoyed the food. She had a hibachi bowl with plenty of fixings that she thoroughly enjoyed. I ate all the cooked sushi options I could since I’m pregnant. The ordering system was very simple via tablet straight to the table. Korean bbq was yummy and appetizers were good as well. Looking forward to visiting again to enjoy more of the raw options.“

“Great food and fantastic staff“

“Chef Ricky is a rockstar and the curation of the foods was exceptional. The only complaint is that it is so hard to get the reservation, but Amex concierge was able to help me. I went in twice in a row! The add ons-assorted uni and others were definitely worth it.
Melon beer from Japan was delicious as well.
So far one of the best Omakase I have been.“

“I love coming back to Qu Japan whenever I'm in the area! The quality and flavor of the food are consistently top-notch. Quick service, clean environment, and super polite staff every single time. It's truly one of my favorite go-to places in College Park!“

“Bento Box was a little different than I’m used to. I ordered the salmon sushi box and it came with three salmon sushi. I guess you could call it that they were cooked on top then with a drizzle of wasabi dressing. The tempura was two pieces of an egg plant and two pieces of potato. The miso soup was, I guess dark red miso because it tasted rather strange to me, but I couldn’t decide if it was dark red miso so or salty beef lol.“

“Never been here all 4 years, but found it a couple weeks ago and I can’t get enough. Love the lunch deal it comes with two rolls and a soup which is the perfect amount of the food. The fish taste very fresh and the portions are great for the price. Highly recommend.“

“I grew up on Detroit style pizza being from Detroit area. I can say over the past few years Detroit style pizza has become popular. I have never had a pizza as good as this Detroit style pizza. The best, give it a try.“

“If you love Mexican seafood, ceviches, and margaritas, this place is for you. Mariscos Culiacán, right on University Blvd in Takoma Park, seriously delivers.
I had the Original Tajín Margarita (their spicy-style margarita), and it was amazing—perfectly balanced with a great kick. The Aguachiles were fresh, spicy, and full of flavor. But the star of the night was the Ceviche Especial—absolutely unbelievable. Super fresh seafood with bold, well-seasoned flavors.
What really sets this place apart is the combination of authentic Mexican mariscos and sushi. You can enjoy ceviches, tostadas, cocteles, and sushi rolls all in one visit, and everything works.
The space is big and lively with lots of screens, giving it a fun sports bar vibe. They also have happy hour from 4–7 PM plus daily specials, which makes it an easy win.
If you’re into ceviches, margaritas, and bold Mexican flavors, I highly recommend Mariscos Culiacán. I’ll definitely be back.“

“5 star cozy very friendly food is the Bomb. eat here 1 a week.“

“I normally get the Young Chow fried rice and it probably the best in the area.
Their Chow Fun is also really good although sometimes it can be hit or miss.
Their chicken wings are ok, the breading has a nice crips and decent flavor but the chicken itself was bland.
Their Lo Mein was incredibly disappointing, it was bland to the point where I had to add soy sauce, sesame oil and MSG to make it taste decent.“

“Aside from the service being extremely slow and always having to flag down our waitress, I have no complaints. The Wonton soup was superb. The flavor of the broth was chefs kiss. I wanted to try this place after seeing a viral video of their hand rolled sushi. My bff and I both tried the super crunchy roll but requested it be hand rolled. It was sooo good, omg. I’ll definitely be back.“

“I randomly stopped here for dinner on my way home and was pleasantly surprised! The sushi was good, but I was most impressed by the service, which included both a complimentary sushi roll appetizer and a slice of cake for dessert. The staff was also very attentive.“

“There is always someone cleaning the tables and the environment is SO clean and comfortable. Especially the service too, they are so nice and patient with customers. AND the FOOD, it is so DELICIOUS, the portion is really good, they also give out extra sauces without charging extra 😋😋“

“My coworkers and I love going here for lunch. Their hibachi, bentos, Ramen and sushi are so fresh each time. We prefer here over quick way or any other hibachi place in the area and we have some picky eaters here. You have to try their dumplings, beef and shrimp or bento boxes along with their tempura shrimps. We also love that for their Ramen, the meat or shrimp are separated from the broth and don't become soggy. Please give them a try, you won't be disappointed.“

“I’ve been coming here for the pho for some time, but today I got the pick two combination with steak & shrimp and omg, best I’ve had in years! The portions were good, taste, & price was all on point. Ana, behind the counter, was very informative on the toppings and add ons. Will definitely be back 👌🏽“

“I went at noon and it was not crowded at all, and it was quiet, a big bonus for me these days. No loud music and people shouting in order to converse over it. The food was very good, very fresh. I highly recommend this restaurant for Asian fusion cuisine and sushi.“

“Been 7 months since I went here to get very good Chinese food, and not messing up order like lee deli which is close now. The food was excellent in my opinion and staff very polite and funny. Plus chef can cook really good, mostly tried chicken specials, good seasoning and texture, appetizers, Chinese food, great for feeding a family of four or more which is great. Also do not forget to show your coupon before you order they honor it.“

“Small and cozy setting food was great. The only issue is limited parking in the area.“

“Quick service, yummy, one roll was plenty for me! They even brought it over to my table! I got the orange dragon roll, which perfectly combined shrimp tempura, tuna and salmon with spicy mayo! Those are my fave rolls! The place is near the ice rink and not a ton of seating. But overall, I would eat here again!

Edit: I walked around, got hungry and came back for a second roll!“

“I have eaten sushi here many times and enjoy it every time! The fish is very fresh since they get if from the fish market next door, I especially enjoyed the king roll and a custom one I had them make as they also do custom rolls! Will definitely come again!“

“It was my first time there my daughter took me she said you got to try this please it did not disappoint the dumplings are amazing they have so much variety you can't go wrong with none of it you at least have to try this place once even for lunch“

“Me and my group of friends always come here to eat whenever we hangout.This spot is always our top go to place to go whenever we’re hungry and bored.The sushi here is amazing, especially the chicken teryaki rolls.The workers are so nice to us , and the place is overall amazing.However , I don’t really recommend online ordering.Sometimes the sushi will get smushed, it’s better to just order in person.But this place is honestly the best im genuinely impressed , the place is so quiet and calm whenever you enter its a great place to just chill.Me and my friends love it here!“

“I could eat Thai food every day for the rest of my life. To that end, we try to visit all Thai restaurants in D.C. Located in the development near the Home Depot, we walked into Thai Station as a party of four on a Sunday around noon. We were the only people inside dining the entire time. Here's our experience.

1) Food: They have a lunch meal deal for $16.95 that comes with a drink, app, and entree. I ordered Thai Iced Tea, Chicken Gyoza, and Spicy Basil Fried Rice. Everything was tasty and the fried rice spicy! The gyoza come in a trio. The Thai iced tea was balanced and oddly tasted like a Kit Kat bar.

2) Service: It was attentive from start to finish. Our water glasses were kept full.

3) Area: There's street parking right out front or you can park in the massive lot by Home Depot and walk down.“

“Great Hibachi or chef was excellent provided a nice show. The food and staff were both excellent!“

“Even factoring in the affordable prices, the sushi quality here is unfortunately below average (or average at most). I dropped by on a Saturday afternoon and the restaurant was completely empty. On the plus side, the service was very quick and responsive. I ordered the chirashi and the salmon platter, but both were just so-so. Honestly, this place is probably best suited for travelers passing along I-495 who just want a quick, convenient Asian meal.“

“Most everything I get from here is good. Even the sushi rolls are decent. Prices are very reasonable even though they should update their menu to reflect the new prices. They have gone up at least $1 on everything, but you don't know until your total doesn't add up correctly. I'd suggest that they tape 1 menu with new pricing to the counter so people know what they're paying. The ladies are nice, food is always tasty and hot. Not the first place I would think of to dine in. Even though it's always clean, the setup is outdated and is more of cafeteria style than restaurant.“

“This was a really great place to go. The food was hot and delicious. They included all the sauce I needed to succeed. The food was hot and spicy and I even had a nice place to sit down. I want to come here often. This is a great spot. Thanks y'all!“

“Good sushi with brown rice option and good steamed veggies.“

“This place was so good! Visiting from out of town so this was my first time. Beef & Chicken Combo with fried rice AMAZING. Green Dragon Roll was so flavorful and would 110% get it again with its little crunch, Rock n Roll sushi roll was delicious as well with the right amount of spice. The workers were so nice and welcoming.“

“Excellent sushi, sashimi, soup and drinks. Great friendly service.“

“I placed a Door dash order so I can't speak to the atmosphere. However the food was amazing. I ordered the Chicken and Shrimp Combo, the Shrimp Bento Box, Spring Rolls, and the Dancing Shrimp Roll. The bento box was my favorite but everything was mouthwatering. I'll definitely order again from here.“

“Good food“

“Good food, good prices, had a bit of a wait when we arrived and it wasn’t crowded“