Sushi By Bou - DC @ CitizenM Hotel L'enfant Plaza

SIGNATURE ITEMS

(Or available ala carte as an encore)

• Hamachi - Yellowtail6,00 $US

  Chives | All of our Yellowtail comes directly from Japan, and has its name due to its distinctive (you guessed it!) bright yellow tail fin. If you look closely, you will notice we nestle bright chives in between the fish, and rice, to place it just right when you take a bite! This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Akami - Lean Bluefin Tuna6,00 $US

  Ginger | Akami actually means "Red" in Japanese! This is a reference to the deep red coloring of this cut of Tuna. Akami is rich and deep in flavor, and a favorite of sushi chefs. It's a true taste of the ocean. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Botan Ebi - Spotted Prawn6,00 $US

  Yuzu juice | These shrimp aren't so "Shrimpy". Spot Prawns can grow up to 9 inches in length, and are known to be the sweetest and most delicate shrimp you can get, as well as being one of the few shrimp out there that can be eaten fully raw! This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Ikura - Salmon Roe7,00 $US

  House marinade (mirin, sake, sugar) and yuzu skin | These are the pop rocks of the sea, and literally burst with flavor! We balance their salty flavor by marinating them in our house marinade for a minimum of 3 days before serving them. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Bincho - Albacore6,00 $US

  daikon oroshi, Grated daikon marinated in ponzu, scallion, lightly torched | Chicken of the Sea? Starkist? That's the one! This fish, freshly caught and served raw by our talented chefs, is torched and topped with grated daikon and scallion. This is the most elevated version of that pantry staple you will ever taste. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Maguro - Chopped Tuna6,00 $US

  chopped tuna, kizami wasabi, takuan, Japanese pickled radish and toasted sesame oil | This is a mix of fatty and lean tuna, mixed with Japanese Pickled Radish, and toasted sesame oil. Bluefin tuna is considered the king of tuna, and grows to be between 300 and 400 pounds. They can swim up to 9,000 miles in a single year! This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Hotate - Scallop5,00 $US

  light salt, lemon, cured | Mild, sweet, and tender, our scallops always come from the cold northern waters of Japan, in Hokkaido. We lightly salt and cure these scallops, to ensure a perfect bite every time. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Gindara - Miso Black Cod9,00 $US

  creamy garlic tofu sauce and dash of wasabi furikake | One of the most famous Japanese fish dishes to sweep America (Thanks Nobu!), we recreated this dish in a single sushi bite! Topped with a creamy tofu sauce, and a dash of furikake. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Toro - Fatty Tuna8,00 $US

  Truffle Salt | This is the Wagyu of the Sea! While the Akami you ate was deep red and muscular, this cut (from the same tuna), is almost white due to the heavy fat content. This one literally melts when it hits your tongue, and is a crowd favorite. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Sake - Salmon6,00 $US

  zesty yuzu citrus and pepper yuzu sauce | Our salmon is topped with a zesty yuzu citrus and hot pepper sauce! Fun Fact: Salmon was only introduced to the world of sushi in the 1980's. Modern fishing techniques and science all made that possible! Disco Era Sushi? This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Wagyuni - Surf N' Turf16,00 $US

  lightly torched wagyu beef and sea urchin | This is our take on the Surf and Turf dinner. Lightly torched Wagyu beef is topped with creamy sea urchin to make a dreamy, and truly unique bite. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Unagi - BBQ Eel7,00 $US

  broiled eel with unagi sauce | This piece is "Electric"! Get it? No? Electric Eel? Oh never mind. This is your dessert piece, a sweet and sumptuous bite that is sure to leave you wanting more. And guess what? You CAN have more! Ask your chef or server for additional a la carte offerings! Check out our menus boards, seasonally rotating offerings, and exciting handrolls. You should probably get a hand roll. Actually, you definitely should order a handroll. This item is featured in our 12-course Signiture omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

SEASONAL SUSHI PIECES

Available as chefs choice with Bougie or Ala carte as an encore

• Kinmedai13,00 $US

  Golden Eye Snapper | Also known as golden eye snapper or splendid alfonsino, is a prized fish for its delicate, buttery texture and rich, sweet flavor. The flesh is tender and moist, with a fine, flaky consistency that melts in your mouth. This seasonal item is commonly featured in our 17-course Bougie omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Mackerel10,00 $US

  Saba | Mackerel is known for its bold, robust flavor with a rich, oily texture. The flesh is dense and moist, with a pronounced umami taste that's complemented by a hint of sweetness and a touch of saltiness. This seasonal item is commonly featured in our 17-course Bougie omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

ALA CARTE

• Bou's Ocean Gold - Seasonal Uni15,00 $US

  Indulge in our Seasonal Uni, a true delicacy available at market price. Sourced fresh from the finest waters, this sea urchin roe offers a luxurious, creamy texture and a subtly sweet, briny flavor. Elevate your sushi experience with this exquisite seasonal treat, cherished by connoisseurs worldwide. This seasonal item is commonly featured in our 17-course Bougie omakase, subject to availability and the chef's creativity. Additionally, all items are available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

ADD-ONS

Can Be reserved in advance

• Bou’s Black Gold Indulgence100,00 $US

  "1 oz. caviar served with accouterments Truffle Chips Chives Bou vegan creme fraiche" | Savor 1oz of Premium imported Caviar, accompanied by luxurious accouterments including french truffle crisps, vegan crème fraîche, and fresh hydroponic grown chives. Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite and sophisticated delight.

• Bou's Mochi Bliss Bites15,00 $US

  rotating ice cream flavors, flight of 4 pieces | Mochi ice cream is a delightful fusion of traditional Japanese mochi and creamy ice cream. It consists of a small ball of premium ice cream wrapped in a layer of soft, chewy mochi dough made from glutinous rice flour.

• Sake Flight to Heaven44,00 $US

  heavensakes: 12, junmai ginjo, junmai daiginjo | Three Expressions of Heavensake including a bright & fresh Junmai 12; crisp & light Junmai Ginjo; and vibrant & aromatic Junmai Daiginjo

ALA CARTE

ALLWAYS AVAILABLE

• Big Mac22,00 $US

  wagyu, scallop, fatty tuna, uni | A masterpiece unfolds with Wagyu's melt-in-your-mouth texture, the buttery sensation of Toro, the delicate sweetness of scallop, and the umami explosion of Uni. This will be a bite that will imprint on your soul, This item is a Sushi By Bou house specialty, available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• A5 Wagyu18,00 $US

  a5 wagyu | A5 Wagyu is the highest grade of Japanese beef, renowned for its unparalleled quality, exquisite marbling, and melt-in-your-mouth texture. It comes from specific breeds of cattle, such as the Japanese Black, and is raised under strict standards in Japan. This item is a Sushi By Bou house specialty, available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Wagyu Nigiri14,00 $US

  Thinly sliced wagyu beef, charred and topped with Truffle Salt. Served as a traditional nigiri style peice on top of rice.

• Row of Roe (3 pieces of Nigiri)29,00 $US

  trio: wagyu uni, ikura, toro caviar | Indulge in the ultimate decadent dish with our Row of Roe. This exquisite creation features a trio of opulent delights: the creamy, briny essence of Wagyu Uni, the vibrant, popping bursts of Salmon Ikura, and the rich, velvety elegance of Toro Caviar. Each bite is a celebration of the finest ingredients, harmoniously combined to deliver an unforgettable taste experience. Treat yourself to the Row of Roe and savor the epitome of culinary sophistication. This item is a Sushi By Bou house specialty, available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• The Bluefin Bliss Hand Roll16,00 $US

  Savor the Toro Bliss Roll, where rich, buttery chopped fatty tuna meets crisp scallions, enhanced by our house-brewed soy sauce. This hand roll delivers a cascade of flavors and textures, creating an unforgettable sushi experience. This item is a Sushi By Bou house specialty, available à la carte to enhance your omakase experience.

• Holy Tshili Handroll14,00 $US

  Chopped Salmon marinated with Holy Tshili Everything Bagel Chili Crisp, wrapped in a traditional handroll with a shiso leaf. 

ALA CARTE HANDROLLS

• Hand Rolls

  Our chefs are pleased to create any of our in season fresh fish into a mouthwatering handroll for your enjoyment, priced from 8-16 dollars.