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Kappo DC

Kappo tasting menu / Wagyu omakaseMichelin-recommendedJapanese-ownedPalisadesIntimate counter

Chef-owner Minoru Ogawa — Tokyo native and second-generation sushi master — transformed the storied Sakedokoro Makoto space into Kappo DC in 2023, offering an 8-course kappo tasting menu centered on premium wagyu and seasonal kaiseki traditions. Michelin-recommended, the 11-seat counter seats guests in front of the open kitchen for one of DC's most intimate fine-dining experiences.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Palisades / MacArthur Blvd
Since
2023
Chef
Minoru Ogawa
Kappo DC — authentic kappo tasting menu / wagyu omakase restaurant in Washington D.C., Palisades / MacArthur Blvd
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About
When Sakedokoro Makoto — the beloved Japanese restaurant that occupied this Palisades space from 1994 to 2018 — finally closed, the building sat until Minoru Ogawa stepped in with a fitting tribute. Ogawa, who also helms Sushi Ogawa and Zeppelin, trained as a second-generation sushi chef in Tokyo's Nippori district and brings impeccable Japanese credentials to every concept he touches. At Kappo DC, he presents an 8-course kappo tasting menu that celebrates Japanese A5 wagyu alongside seasonal delicacies — a format that bridges traditional kaiseki and the intimacy of a counter omakase. Michelin-recommended since opening, it remains one of Washington's most hidden fine-dining gems, known primarily through word of mouth and dedicated food media. Reservations are exclusively through Tock.
Neighborhood & visiting

Kappo DC sits in Palisades / MacArthur Blvd, one of Washington D.C.'s neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused kaiseki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Michelin-recommended kappo counter helmed by one of DC's most accomplished Japanese chefs — in a small space that almost no one knows about.
  • 8-course wagyu-centered tasting menu pays homage to a beloved DC Japanese restaurant tradition on the same hallowed Palisades site.
  • Only 11 seats at the counter, guaranteeing the most personalized kitchen access of any DC Japanese restaurant.
  • Chef Ogawa's fugu license and Toyosu-sourced fish elevate the kappo menu with elements unavailable at most American Japanese restaurants.

Confirmed authentic: Japanese-owned and led (Minoru Ogawa, Tokyo-born). Michelin-recommended. Opened 2023 in former Sakedokoro Makoto space. Tock reservations.

Links
Reserve →Website →Map →Yelp →Tripadvisor →Instagram →Michelin →

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Frequently asked

About Kappo DC

Is Kappo DC an authentic kappo tasting menu / wagyu omakase restaurant in Washington D.C.?
Yes — Kappo DC is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for kappo tasting menu / wagyu omakase in Washington D.C.: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
Where is Kappo DC located?
Kappo DC is located at 4822 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20007, Washington D.C., USA in the Palisades / MacArthur Blvd neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Kappo DC?
Kappo DC accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Kappo DC?
Kappo DC sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for kappo tasting menu / wagyu omakase of this format in Washington D.C..
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