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Makoto Restaurant - Sakedokoro Makoto

4822 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, United States
Restaurant/cafe

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Since opening in 1992,  Sakedokoro Makoto has been instrumental in introducing an authentic Japanese dining experience to the DC Metro area and has been recognized nationally as one of the best restaurants in America.  

Sakedokoro means "Place of Sake" and Makoto simply means, Harmony.  

We serve an Omakase (Chef's Way) style of Japanese dining which is not the same as Kaiseki.  The latter is the most formal form of dining in Japan dating back centuries. Kaiseki cuisine has strict rules and regulations as to what to eat, when and how.  Omakase on the other hand has been more of a "freestyle" of executing the cooking technique.  One philosophy both styles share is that food should be to fill the soul not the belly.

The concept and philosophy behind the Sakedokoro is that the food is created to enjoy with good Sake. We follow this philosophy as we create each dish.  

Even though we serve limited Sushi as part of our A La Carte Lunch Menu and Dinner Tasting Menu, we are Not a Sushi Bar.  We keep our selection of fish simple and fresh.   Our sister establishment upstairs, Kotobuki can provide you with all your diverse Sushi cravings.

We welcome you to experience Nihon Ryori (Japanese Cuisine) with Nihon Aji (Japanese taste).

RECENT FACEBOOK POSTS

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Sustainable Seafood: Abalone Farming In Monterey

This is where our Abalone comes from. Thank you to the wonderful people at Monterey Abalone Company! https://youtu.be/pfU24evO9PM

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Abalone (Sea Snails) - Seafood at the Source, Episode 4

Abalone is one of our staple seasonal ingredients at Makoto. Very interesting video of how other cultures share the same love for this exquisite sea creature. https://youtu.be/EB8ecdalbDE

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PICTURES BY OTHER USERS ON INSTAGRAM

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pt 2! Minus the 16 cups of green tea we drank 💦

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First date in 6 months and it's amazing ☺️💕✨ first time here and trying out their winter omakase menu ❄️

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dbae422couldhaveeaten30piecesofthat

This duck tho #couldhaveeaten30piecesofthat

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celestewenn

pre Valentine's Day dinner得得得得得冷死了

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Birthday dinner at Makoto

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