KAZ Sushi Bistro
Located in the heart of DC, KAZ Sushi Bistro is serving original, artful sushi & Japanese small dis
Over the past 25 years, Chef Kaz established his fame by reimagining authentic Japanese dishes with a delightful twist, which he has called the “Freestyle Japanese Cuisine”. By infusing Western and other international flavors, techniques, and presentations, Chef Kaz’s dishes reflects the culturally diverse environment of Washington D.C. while remaining faithful to the roots of Japanese tradition.
Happy beautiful Sunday!
25 years ago today, we opened KAZ Sushi Bistro. I remember I was very nervous and worried about unpredictable future, much more than excitement. I can’t thank enough to people who supported us, customers, hard working employees, friends and family. I am so grateful for everything I was given. Thank you again for everyone. God bless.
08/27/2022
Meet General Manager Melissa Provinsal! Our fearless leader since 2019. Growing up in Portland, Melissa’s mother was a cook on a budget with an extensive garden to pull from, meaning a lot of fresh veggies and meals on the grill.
She loves this time of year because there is so much to choose from – tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, beans… oh my. Plus late summer means it’s Pomodoro season, and she’s enjoying the current summer pasta on Red Hen’s menu. Melissa’s all-time favorite dish made an appearance in 2019, the Hen’s grilled octopus with stewed beans and ‘nduja bread crumbs – “it was simply stunning.”
“We truly have the best team with deep roots. We have people who have been here since the beginning, and people who worked with Mikey before he opened the Hen, and it shows. All of our staff care about what we do and how we are doing it. It is a place that cares for its people and in return, they extend that care to our guests. Easily one of the best teams in the city with the best neighbors and regulars.”
When Melissa isn’t working, she’s spending time with friends, outdoors, and enjoying meals at some of her favorite local spots. Melissa is instrumental in the smooth sailing of the Hen, and we’re lucky to have her. Say hi when you see her!
09/09/2020
We are excited to be reopening our doors beginning this week! We will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday dinner from 5pm to 9pm.
The safety and health of our guests, employees, and our community is our top priority so we are reopening in the safest manner we can by ensuring social distancing and in accordance to local regulations.
You can make a reservation via our website www.kazsushi.com or calling us directly 202-530-5500.
We are grateful to be back and look forward to welcoming you to our dining room soon.
Kaz
04/20/2020
SPECIAL OFFER! $10 giftcard(s) for every $50 purchase! We are still offering 30% off on ALL Sake, Wine, & Japanese Beer! (Carry out only)
04/14/2020
Celebrating the 21st Anniversary of Kaz Sushi Bistro!
During 4/13 - 4/16: 21% discount on ALL takeout orders!
03/25/2020
The past few weeks have been incredibly challenging for everyone and my heart goes out to all who have been affected personally and professionally – particularly those involved in the hospitality industry.
Today, I am making a call to help my team and their families at Kaz Sushi Bistro – they are my family too. I am launching this emergency fund in hopes that I can give back to those who have given me so much these past twenty years. Hope you can help them too.
Please stay safe, everyone!
Kaz Sushi Bistro organized by Kazuhiro Okochi To my lifelong friends, family, and valued customers,For the last 30+ years, I’ve had the fortunate o… Kazuhiro Okochi needs your support for Kaz Sushi Bistro
03/17/2020
We have delivery through our partners Caviar, Postmates, Uber Eats, and DoorDash. But if you want to support our staff and score free delivery, please call (202) 530-5500. Thank you for your patronage!
03/13/2020
Here's a message from Kaz on the COVID-19. Thank you for your patronage.
03/12/2020
If you're hungry and you know it, lunch at Kaz! 😊 🍣 We're located at 1915 I St NW, where Foggy Bottom meets Dupont Circle meets Downtown DC!
03/11/2020
Banana tempura and ice cream are a matcha made in heaven. 🍨 😋 📸: Christian Bigwater
KAZ Sushi Bistro
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www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
03/09/2020
Enjoy a unique Japanese beer as we look forward to Saint Patrick's Day! 🍵 🍺 The beer gets its green color from flavorful Kansai tea, not from food coloring. 😊 This is the delicious Kizakura Kyoto Matcha IPA!
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
03/07/2020
Sushi that will make your meal sparkle. Cheers to your Saturday! 🥳 📷:
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salmon or tuna?🍣🥢🤩
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
03/05/2020
SEA BASS NAPOLEON - cilantro, peanuts, fried wonton skin. Kaz's signature dish has been served for the entire lifespan of the restaurant. Please be our guest! 📷: Lori Gardner, https://bit.ly/2TDOmwG
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
03/02/2020
Labor of Love 🍜💪🏼 | Many hours of careful preparation went into Chef Kaz Okochi's special , which he and his son Sean and team served to 500 ramen lovers at 's on Saturday. It took him more than 10 hours in our kitchen to make 15 gallons of ramen broth from scratch, using 40 pounds of pork bones and 30 pounds of chicken bones. Despite the hard work, Chef Okochi says it was definitely worth it (especially spending time with Sean!).
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
02/29/2020
How gorgeous is this nigiri? Amirite? 😂
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/28/2020
Chef Kaz Okochi looks forward to participating in Mess Hall's for the first time tomorrow and sharing his own take on the beloved Japanese classic! Chef Kaz, originally from Japan, has been serving the DC area with his incredible sushi and ramen since 1999. Ahead of this weekend’s event, Okochi spoke with On Tap Magazine about his excitement to be part of this event, the dish he’ll be showcasing, and how the DC dining scene has changed – for the better – throughout his time in the city. Thank you M.K. Koszycki of DC Fray/On Tap for the feature! Ramen Art by Kelly Towles. https://bit.ly/2uINAWO
02/27/2020
A bird’s eye view of some of the many gorgeous and delectable plates prepared by Chef Kaz Okochi and his team. Itadakimasu. “Let’s eat!” If you have a question about any of them, please ask us here!
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/26/2020
Before Mess Hall's Celebration Of All Things Ramen, Get To Know Participating Chef Kaz Okochi - On Tap Magazine Culinary incubator Mess Hall stays at the forefront of DC’s burgeoning food scene with innovative programming and, of course, access to delicious bites. Their ever-popular Ramen World, consists of two 2-hour time blocks where participants can indulge in ramen, cocktails and other delicacies from s...
02/26/2020
It’s a pleasure and honor for Chef Kaz Okochi and his team to serve you. Thank you to all of our guests who make our space such a warm and relaxing place to eat, away from the hustle and bustle outside our doors.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/25/2020
Our ramen lunch special, with shrimp tempura, is popular with the student set and those who might want a hearty meal without breaking the bank. Let us know what you think of Chef Kaz Okochi’s twist on ramen.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/24/2020
Careful preparation of the freshest fish results in only the best sashimi and nigiri for our guests.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/22/2020
A veritable feast. We hope you enjoy our diverse range of plates, from the choicest sushi rolls to okonomiyaki to ramen, carefully prepared for all types of diners and lovers of Japanese cuisine in mind here at KAS Sushi Bistro.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/21/2020
As part of the DC relaunch of the Pro Start Program, a nationwide high school program helping develop bright & talented students into tomorrow's culinary industry leaders 🎉👩🍳, Chef Kaz Okochi spoke to students at DC public school Ballou High School and enlightened them with the history of Japanese cuisine, his personal background, and the pursuit of his dream to become a restaurant owner/chef in America. Chef Kaz engaged with the students, answered lots of great questions, and shared sushi with the students (many who were experiencing it for the first time). 🍣 🥢
KAZ Sushi Bistro is honored to support 's work. Check out EducatedEats.org for more ways to support the next generation of restaurant hopefuls, created in collaboration with Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington!
02/21/2020
Wait, is it Friday already? Give yourself a pat on the back for getting through another work week. What was your biggest accomplishment this week? Feel free to pat yourself on the back and brag in the comments. Nothing is too big or small. And while you’re at it, try the Kizakura Kyoto Matcha IPA, which is made in Kyoto. You’ll be floored by how the green tea flavor is showcased in the beer.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/20/2020
What is your favorite winter comfort food? We offer a ramen 🍜 lunch special with shrimp tempura which will warm your belly in a jiffy.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/19/2020
Chef Kaz showed off these beautiful fillets of sashimi. Can you guess what kind of fish it is? Hint: it’s a mild white-meat fish and quite popular in Japan.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/18/2020
Yesterday, we asked you if you could identify the fish being prepped in the photo. The answer? Mackerel, a very popular fish in Japanese cuisine. Congrats if you guessed correctly! 👏 Chef Kaz uses it here with Japanese black bean and shiso to create a harmonious and delicious dish to enjoy.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/17/2020
BTS (Behind the Scenes in Chef Kaz’s Kitchen) | Can you guess what kind of fish is being prepared here? 🐠 🐟 🎣 We will share the answer with you tomorrow!
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
02/13/2020
Omakase means “I’ll leave it up to you.” What do you think about this assortment of nigiri by Chef Kaz? Do you like his selection for the Omakase portion of this Friday’s Valentine’s Day dinner menu?
02/12/2020
Tuna Sashimi, where have you been all my life? ❤️ This is simplicity at its most scrumptious.
KAZ Sushi Bistro
www.kazsushi.com
1915 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006
Mon - Fri: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Sunday: Closed
Call for Catering for your next event: (202) 530-5500
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Over the past 25 years, Chef Kaz established his fame by re-imagining authentic Japanese dishes with a delightful twist, which he has called the “Freestyle Japanese Cuisine”. By infusing Western and other international flavors, techniques, and presentations, Chef Kaz’s dishes reflects the culturally diverse environment of Washington D.C. while remaining faithful to the roots of Japanese tradition.
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1915 I Street NW
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 11:30am - 2pm |
| 5:30pm - 10pm | |
| Tuesday | 11:30am - 2pm |
| 5:30pm - 10pm | |
| Wednesday | 11:30am - 2pm |
| 5:30pm - 10pm | |
| Thursday | 11:30am - 2pm |
| 5:30pm - 10pm | |
| Friday | 11:30am - 2pm |
| 5:30pm - 10pm | |
| Saturday | 11:30am - 2pm |
| 5:30pm - 10pm |
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