Restaurant in Washington, United States

Raw Omakase

Name: Raw Omakase
Address: 1326 14th St NW 3rd floor, Washington, DC 20005, Washington, US
Telephone: (202) 621-8299

100Pearl Points

Focused Sushi Night

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About Raw Omakase

Raw Omakase is a good Washington pick when the night calls for a focused sushi-format dinner rather than a flexible group meal. The Michelin Plate recognition helps justify taking it seriously, but the fit is clearest for couples, solo diners, or small parties that want a controlled omakase progression.

Raw Omakase is a Washington dinner venue with evening hours Tuesday through Saturday and a confirmed Michelin Plate recognition for 2025. Because the verified public details are limited, the safest way to plan is around what is known: it is closed Monday and Sunday, open from 6–10:30 PM on operating nights, lists a smart casual dress code.

Use Raw Omakase when the timing and occasion fit a planned dinner in Washington. Specific details such as menu structure, pricing, seating style, booking difficulty, dietary flexibility, beverage options are not verified here, so confirm those directly before making it the centerpiece of a night out.

Choose it for a planned Washington dinner

The strongest confirmed reason to consider Raw Omakase is its Michelin Plate recognition in 2025. That gives it a credible dining signal, but it should not be treated as a substitute for practical planning details that are not verified, such as price, party size fit, or menu flexibility.

If you are comparing it with other options, consider the occasion first. Maiz 64, Birch & Barley, Gerrard Street Kitchen, Katsumi, Dovetail may suit different moods or formats, while Raw Omakase is best evaluated on its confirmed dinner schedule, smart casual dress code, Michelin Plate recognition.

How to plan the first and second visit

For a first visit, plan around the verified hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 6–10:30 PM, with closures on Monday and Sunday. There is no verified lunch service in the provided details, so treat it as an evening plan and confirm any reservation requirements directly.

For a later visit, compare the experience against what you need from the occasion rather than against unverified assumptions. If the priority is simply another dinner, cross-shop the comparison venues above; if the priority is Raw Omakase specifically, verify current menu, price, seating, accommodation details before going.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Raw Omakase accommodate groups?

Group suitability is not verified in the provided details. Confirm directly with Raw Omakase before planning for a larger party.

Does Raw Omakase handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary accommodation details are not verified here. If anyone in the party has a serious restriction or allergy, check the venue's official channels before booking.

What should I wear to Raw Omakase?

Raw Omakase lists a smart casual dress code. Neat, polished clothing is the safest choice.

Is lunch or dinner better at Raw Omakase?

Dinner is the verified option. Raw Omakase is open Tuesday through Saturday from 6–10:30 PM and closed Monday and Sunday; no lunch hours are verified.

What are alternatives to Raw Omakase?

For other dining options, compare Raw Omakase with Maiz 64, Birch & Barley, Dovetail, Katsumi, or Gerrard Street Kitchen depending on the occasion and the kind of meal you want.

Is Raw Omakase good for a special occasion?

It may be a fit for a planned dinner in Washington, especially given its Michelin Plate recognition in 2025. Confirm current menu, pricing, reservation details directly before choosing it for a milestone occasion.

Can I eat at the bar at Raw Omakase?

Bar seating details are not verified here. Contact Raw Omakase directly if bar seating or a walk-in-style visit is important to your plans.

Location

1326 14th St NW 3rd floor, Washington, DC 20005

Washington, United States

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Raw Omakase Washington and similar venues

Venue	Location	Cuisine	Awards
Raw Omakase	Washington	,	Michelin Plate (2025)
Maiz 64	Washington, D.C.	Mexican	,
Birch & Barley	Washington, D.C.	,	,
Dovetail	Washington, D.C.	,	,
Katsumi	Washington, D.C.	Japanese / sushi	,
Gerrard Street Kitchen	Washington, D.C.	,	,

How Raw Omakase Washington compares with similar nearby venues.

Where to look if this is not the right fit

If the issue is cuisine fit, try Katsumi first because it keeps the Japanese / sushi comparison tight. If the issue is group flexibility, Dovetail is the more practical alternative for a table that wants the occasion without committing to omakase.

How Raw Omakase compares in Washington

Choose Raw Omakase over Maiz 64, Birch & Barley, Gerrard Street Kitchen when the meal should feel focused and course-led. Those peers make more sense for diners who want a broader menu, easier sharing, or a less formal rhythm. Raw Omakase is the tighter choice for a sushi-centered night where the format is the point.

Katsumi is the closest comparison because it also sits in the Japanese / sushi lane. Pick Katsumi if the group wants Japanese food but may prefer more ordering flexibility; pick Raw Omakase if everyone is aligned on omakase and does not need a wide menu. With booking difficulty listed as easy, Raw Omakase is less stressful than many tasting-menu plans, though the dinner-only schedule means timing still matters.

Dovetail is the better cross-shop when the occasion matters more than cuisine. Raw Omakase is the stronger fit for diners tracking sushi technique and pacing; Dovetail is the safer alternative for a mixed-preference table. For broader planning beyond dinner, use the Washington experiences guide or the Washington wineries guide to build the rest of the night around the reservation.