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(Now Closed)Sushi Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, and Asian Restaurant$$$$
Penn Quarter, Washington
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Yishi HuangAugust 26, 2016Nice Asian fusion, menu adapts to different needs. Went for a friend's birthday, the staffs were not welcoming even under the condition that I told them it was her birthday 2hrs ahead, in person!Upvote2Downvote
James GoochAugust 18, 2018Fantastic experience at Sei. Interesting cocktails, delicious flavour combinations and the service was attentive but not intrusive.Upvote1Downvote
JavienApril 7, 2016The Skirt Steak was delicious and had a nice sauce spread on top. For beer the Racer 5 is a very smooth and soft IPA.Upvote1Downvote
GarMichael ReyesFebruary 26, 2016Sushi Awesome(S.O.S), Fish Tacos so fresh!!! People in that place wonderful!!!
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Liz TaylorApril 24, 2013Get the guacamole, and the fish n chips roll is surprisingly delicious. The sea bass sliders are also tasty, but I'd choose the pork buns over the sliders, personally. But overall great meal!Upvote2Downvote
HypervisorAugust 9, 2017The Fish and Chips roll is amazing. Almost didn't get because sounds weird, but trust me, order it. Delicious.Upvote1Downvote
AmbMay 6, 2018Really fresh sushi, good drinks. Try the Shiso Mojito or the Lavender Margarita.Upvote1Downvote
Julian BravoJanuary 18, 2014Very fashionable place w/ great ambience. Crowded, better make reservation to be safe. Food is good, but not great Recommend: the tacos and the spicy unagi roll !Upvote1Downvote
Jason CDecember 21, 2017Trendy place with a great house red and delicious happy hour appetizer's.Upvote1Downvote
Carlos PreciadoMarch 25, 2015Good atmosphere, the fish and chips roll is amazing! And the wasabi guacamole as well. The bad thing is only the price and small portionsUpvoteDownvote
Lauren MadlockSeptember 27, 2012Excellent service (personal touches, extreme attention to detail amongst staff at various levels). Try the fish and chips roll, you won't be disappointed.UpvoteDownvote
The Mischief cocktail is yummy and very dangerous. The Korean tacos and pork buns are delicious. Love the Tuna Serrano roll!UpvoteDownvote
Vino50: Grape American Road TripJanuary 15, 2014Try the Fish and Chips Roll - Always a perennial favorite #sushi #innovative #dcUpvote2Downvote
Emily EllisJuly 18, 2013Fish and chips roll, spicy tuna roll (with pickles in it!!) and caprece roll - delicious!
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Xina EilandApril 4, 2013I love red sangrias but the Asian Pear tops them all. Worth it!
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Sarah BluSongFebruary 10, 2012The all night happy hour is great! The drinks are spectacular and the ambiance is great!! You'll also love the the slidersUpvoteDownvote
Have the edamame hash and the fish and chips roll. Friendly and efficient bar staff make this spot a favorite.UpvoteDownvote
OhsonattralApril 12, 2013Great spot for date night or drinks with the girls. Love the decor. Try the wasabi guacamole.UpvoteDownvote- P Pittinger-DunhamFebruary 16, 2013The wasabi guacamole would be a huge hit with all my family - they love that spicy hot taste almost as much as I do!UpvoteDownvote
Kenneth WestlingApril 21, 2013Listen up. Go with the Wasabi Guacamole, S.O.S and the Fish and Chips. You can thank me later!UpvoteDownvote
Ross ParkJanuary 14, 2012Fish and Chips Sushi, Kobe Beef Nigiri and wasabi guacamole. All are amazing and leave you decently full.UpvoteDownvote
Alonso LlerenaJune 30, 2011If you order a Kobe burger: Get it very rare. The beef quality is so good that you do not run any risk. Beef the way it was meant to be eaten, still crying for mercy.UpvoteDownvote
Benjamin BannerAugust 10, 2014My favorite sushi in DC. Get the fish & chips roll. Amazing.UpvoteDownvote
Gabrielle ShinerJune 8, 2014Fun, creative menu. Vegan options. Great pre-theatre spot!UpvoteDownvote
Joe EvansApril 18, 2014Creative, delicious menu, wonderful service: you won't regret this choiceUpvoteDownvote
Tim WallaceDecember 27, 2013Tempura sea bass sandwich is huge, perfectly cooked, well worth it.UpvoteDownvote
Fred McClimansJune 21, 2012Highly recommend the "Liquid Wasabi" - Unfiltered sake, vodka, lime, habanero & ginger infused simple syrup. Nice.UpvoteDownvote
Sushi is awesome!! Great bar!! Friendly service as well!! :)Upvote1Downvote
Really good happy hour & it lasts until 8pmUpvoteDownvote
chiaraSeptember 23, 2013kobe sliders & s.o.s. roll amazing - also try the wasabi guacamole!UpvoteDownvote
Audrey AOctober 22, 2012EXCELLENT service! The wasabi guacamole was a great infusion dish...must have!UpvoteDownvote
Kali HunterSeptember 30, 2010Shindig is the best wine I have had. Ever. And try the SOS roll - the strawberry is just enough sweet! Excellent meal! Only $ too!UpvoteDownvote
Regina PhelpsApril 4, 2014The veggie dishes are all fabulous. Carl is a top notch waiter.UpvoteDownvote
Kerry Focer StavelyJuly 13, 2013Pork sliders and the roasted brussel sprouts are greatUpvoteDownvote- Anonymous UserDecember 17, 2012The S.O.S. roll is a MUST! You will never look at sushi the same way again.UpvoteDownvote
- Audrey AOctober 22, 2012Also try the award winning fish and chips roll and the SOS too!UpvoteDownvote
- Vino50: Grape American Road TripOctober 31, 2011We love the Shindig Vidal Blanc from the Finger Lakes with the Fish & Chips roll!UpvoteDownvote
Bloomingdale'sAugust 18, 2010Oh, sei can you see an ambiance that manages to be simultaneously serene and hip, glamorous and high-tech. Did we mention excellent fusion fare and sake?Upvote2Downvote- Best rolls are: Fish & Chips and the Kobe Tataki.UpvoteDownvote
Y MBKJune 26, 2010This place is awesome. Great service, and fantastic food! Try the orange bread pudding for dessert-it's amaaazing.UpvoteDownvote
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- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
- Sat
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
(202) 783-7007
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Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
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No
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