Torai

About

Sushi Bars, Pan Asian

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 751 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Phone: (202) 525-2053

Work Hours

Mon
Tue 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Wed 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Thu 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Sat 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Sun 11:00 am-4:00 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    90 out of 100
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Lunch, Dinner
  • local_parking
    Parking
    Street
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
  • group
    Good for Groups
    No
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    Attire
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
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    Waiter Service
    No
  • fastfood
    Caters
    Yes

Reviews

  • Ilayda O.

    star star star star star 10 June 2026

    I find everything about Torai to be endearing. The owner is friendly and courteous, the service is fast, and the fish is fresh. They have not one, not two, but three varieties of ginger ale (!).  

    I got the umami shoyu poke, and I was pleased with the quality and portion size. This is beside the point, but I prefer to get poke at sushi restaurants (as opposed to chipotle-type build-your-own-poke restaurants) because the seasoned sushi rice really makes all the difference.

    I'm looking forward to trying Torai's ramen and sushi in the future.

    (side note: I would not sit at the sushi bar area. the countertops are weirdly high and it makes for a somewhat awkward dining experience.)

  • Jennifer H.

    star star star star star 3 June 2026

    I've ordered sushi rolls (Spicy Tuna, Rainbow, Fantasy, Crazy) for takeout twice in a week's time and both times I was VERY pleased.

    Fish was fresh, rolls were well put together and service / disposition of staff all made me want to return and I'm sure I'll be ordering from and visiting them again.

    Don't allow yourself to be put off by the small storefront. The food is super legit!!

  • Eun H.

    star star star star_border star_border 24 May 2026

    Small mom and pop store. Came in after a long museum day. We couldn't find any where opened around 3ish (all the good sushi joints open at 5pm) so we searched for opened sushi places and decided to come here after reading all the rave reviews.

    We ordered the love sushi combo ($50) it comes with 2 house special rolls, sushi and California rolls. The meal could've been better if we can actually pick the rolls. Caterpillar rolls are basically California rolls with sashimi on top and the sushi that we got already had the fish that was on top of caterpillar roll. We weren't wowed by the quality of sushi either. Honestly l, if i am not living in the neighborhood, I wouldn't visit. Perhaps the reviews are from their neighbors and for people who order delivery. If you're from out of town, I suggest you go somewhere else since there is nothing noteworthy about this place.

  • Jackie R.

    star star star star star 16 May 2026

    Delicious sushi, friendly service, and reasonable prices. Will definitely be back! It's a low key place with a small business feel.

  • Porsche T.

    star star star star star_border 15 May 2026

    I've been wanting to dine here after picking up so many orders for door dash! Lol I decided to try it. When you walk in, it's small and intimate. The customer service was inviting. The cashier went over the items on the menu with me due to spicy foods. I DO NOT EAT SPICY FOODS so I can be choosy ‍ I ordered the salmon roll which was tasty by the way including the crab salad. This is not a place for a large crowd but definitely a lunch or dinner for two with a glass of red wine. I liked it!

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