Kaz Sushi Bistro

Chef Kaz Okochi has been crafting freestyle Japanese cuisine at this Foggy Bottom institution since 1999, blending Japanese, Western, and global influences into a sushi menu that feels genuinely inventive. Signature nigiri like salmon with mango puree and yellowtail with unexpected pairings have built a devoted clientele that has followed Kaz for over 26 years. The restaurant retains a warmth and timelessness that newer omakase bars often lack, feeling like a place that belongs to its neighborhood.