Zeppelin

4.4 ( 874 reviews )
$30–50
1544 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States
+1 202-506-1068
Zeppelin, located in the heart of Washington, DC, has emerged as a standout sushi restaurant, capturing the hearts of food enthusiasts and casual diners alike. The establishment promises an exquisite dining experience, as evidenced by rave reviews from satisfied customers. Celebrating an anniversary at Zeppelin, Amira Dixon highlighted the accommodating service and incredible ambiance, while Wayne Brown praised the fantastic food and inviting drink selections. Guests frequently rave about the freshness and quality of the sushi, with Matt Brandenburger noting its competition against some of the top-tier sushi spots in the city. The omakase experience, mentioned by Kathryn Garcia, showcases rare fish varieties, particularly the uni and king salmon, which leave a lasting impression on patrons. Moreover, the celebratory atmosphere is palpable, as Eric Grace fondly recalls celebrating his wedding anniversary at Zeppelin for three consecutive years, underscoring the restaurant's commitment to creating memorable experiences. With a diverse menu that includes donburi options like Chicken Katsu Curry and delectable desserts like the Mango Crepe Cake, Zeppelin marries tradition with contemporary flair. Each dish embodies meticulous craftsmanship, making every visit not just a meal, but a celebration of culinary excellence. Zeppelin is a must-visit for anyone desiring an unforgettable sushi dining adventure.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great cocktails
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Zeppelin

Amira Dixon
Jun 3,2025
The experience was amazing! My girlfriend and I visited to celebrate an anniversary and they accommodated us even with some special requests she had made. The ambiance of the restaurant was incredible and the food was nothing short of amazing! I would definitely recommend and the next time I’m visiting DC I will absolutely be stopping by Zeppelin again!
Wayne Brown
May 31,2025
The service and food were fantastic. They completely looked after us and great selection of drinks
Matt Brandenburger
May 26,2025
Truly phenomenal! This is definitely in the conversation for best sushi in DC. Competes with all of the higher end places for quality of food. The atmosphere was nice both upstairs and downstairs. Service was nicely paced, friendly, and accurate. The fish was incredibly fresh.
Eric Grace
May 22,2025
Our Wedding Anniversary spot for the last 3 years. The dragonfly and the zeppelin sushi is outstanding. Service is always welcoming and overall amazing. The manager played our song we danced to at the reception 19 years ago. We have NEVER been disappointed. Just a beautiful time guaranteed there.
Kathryn Garcia
May 15,2025
We had the omakase for two experience. Wonderful service by waiter Best! Sushi very fresh and is the best outside of NYC. Uni in particular as well as the king salmon and otoro were the favorites. They had rare fish that we had never had at other places in the US. Will definitely be back.
Mary Chevalier
Apr 26,2025
We traveled to Washington, DC last week and discovered Zeppelin. It was a gem and clearly very popular so reserve ahead especially if you want outside seating. Somei, the new Assistant General Manager, provided exceptional customer service and went above and beyond as did staff member Izzy. We've dined at a lot of Japanese Restaurants over the years and this was one of the best. Great food, service and atmosphere. We went twice! And it's less than a 5 min. walk from the Shaw-Howard Metro stop.
Adam Riemer
Apr 19,2025
The food and drinks are great, and the atmosphere is playful and spacious. But the real win is the staff. You’re treated like gold from the time you walk in until you leave. They check in at the right time and ask about tastes and flavors before making a recommendation when you’re stuck. Perfect place to get some Japanese fusion or delicious drinks. We had the beef spring rolls, panko curry chicken, the spicy scallop roll and Chesapeake roll. I had the Cabernet and my friend had the Tokyo 57.
Bonnie Mallory
Feb 17,2025
Best sushi restaurant so far in the City according to my son who has lived her 1.5 years. We both thought it was really wonderful. It was melt in your mouth sushi and highly recommend ordering the Chef's Special and wished we had upgraded to premium. I love eel and my son loves salmon and we both thought our meals were so good that we had to order more! The dessert was light and fluffy and was told it was made with pastry cream, orange liquor, chocolate, and black pepper. Who could come up with a recipe like that! Once tasted on your tongue it was just a perfect consistency and taste combined! Highly recommend this place! Our server was attentive and made sure we had enough water, enough food and was great to talk to! Thank you Raven for making this an even nice experience for mom and son!

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