Sushi Nakazawa DC

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Name That Carries Weight

Sushi Nakazawa needs little introduction to anyone who follows Japanese cuisine seriously. Co-founded by Daisuke Nakazawa and Alessandro Borgognone — the partnership that first made waves in New York — the Washington, D.C. location on Pennsylvania Avenue extends that same commitment to omakase dining to the capital. The format is the heart of the experience: the kitchen decides, and guests follow, course by course.

The Team Behind the Counter

At the D.C. outpost, Executive Chef Katsuyoshi Okuna leads the kitchen, working within the tradition established by Nakazawa himself. The broader operation is anchored by a seasoned front-of-house: General Manager Sam Borzi oversees the room, while Vito Ferraro serves as Director of Operations across the Nakazawa group. Beverage Director Dean Fuerth shapes a drinks program that earned Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence — recognition that reflects genuine depth and curation, not just a long list.

Omakase, Done with Conviction

The omakase format places full trust in the chef's hands, and at Sushi Nakazawa DC that trust is well-placed. Japanese cuisine at this level is about precision, sourcing, and restraint — qualities that define the Nakazawa approach across all three of its locations. The Pennsylvania Avenue address makes it one of the more distinctive dining destinations in a city not always associated with this style of Japanese cooking.

For those who take omakase seriously, Sushi Nakazawa DC is a considered choice.