Raw Omakase DC sits on the third floor of a rowhouse on 14th Street NW in Northwest DC, run by Chef Johnny, who trained under Nakazawa in DC and Masa Takayama in New York before serving as the opening chef at Takara 14. The menu here runs 18 courses, guided from behind the counter with an emphasis on nigiri and fish quality.
Regulars point to Chef Johnny's hospitality and the pacing of the progression, with the room developing a reputation as an approachable entry point for guests trying omakase for the first time. Michelin selected Raw Omakase DC for its 2025 guide.
Regulars point to Chef Johnny's hospitality and the pacing of the progression, with the room developing a reputation as an approachable entry point for guests trying omakase for the first time. Michelin selected Raw Omakase DC for its 2025 guide.