Yume Sushi — Restaurant in Falls Church

I'm giving 2 stars because the experience overall was just not what you would expect. We did the "chef's tasting menu" or Omakase but I'll be honest, it was neither in my mind - and I have been to many other Japanese Omakases. All of this for $150/pp is just disappointing as I've had better experiences for much less and it feels like I wasted money. I wish we didn't see this on Tiktok earlier in the day, as this was a last minute "date night", so that we could have saved the money.

Service overall was fine, we had a few servers and they handled things well.

The atmosphere was different than expected too. For a omakase that you can only reserve by calling into the restaurant because it is "so limited" and at $150/pp you are expecting a high end, well crafted sushi dinner (or at least we were). The atmosphere was more club like, with loud music and little ambiance. I've would say if you are offering this type of meal you do so in a separate or semi-private area like other resturants I've seen with a similar offering.

Now the food. A couple things. Firstly, the amount of food was fine and the food itself was not terrible - the flan for dessert was probably the highlight of the whole experience, and I dont even like flan normally. That said, I noted after arriving that I had a feeling the price and "menu" were going to be less about high quality fishes and the usual but was going to be more about "luxury food". And I was too right. We had caviar on multiple dishes (which didn't need caviar), gold leaf (which to me doesn't add anything), Foie Gras on a couple plates, Uni on some courses, and truffle. So much truffle. Now, I like truffle but it can be very overpowering and it was here, to the point that it made each dish taste like truffle and uni. I would have rather paid half the price with none of the "fancy" foods besides maybe one course with uni as it would have been less disappointing but also probably a better food experience overall - that's the thing with sushi, you showcase the fish and rice and not overpower it with these other "fancy" or "expensive" items. Also the fact that this is so limited and you have to call in feels disappointing as I'm sure it has to do with the ingredients used and the quantity they have on hand but this feels like something that could be just another menu item.

The main positive thing I have to say is that at the end of the meal the chef came over (not the executive chef though apparently, but I think the manager was there too) and we had a good conversation and it really seemed like they took the feedback to heart - so much so that the chef insisted in making a more traditional dish (nigiri) for us as an extra. We watched him make that dish and you could tell the experience and care he had. If what we saw for that last additional bite was what we had for the whole meal (though there was still Uni in this course) I think the overall experience would have been much better.

I am not sure if the concept of this resturant can work. A semi-upscale, hip/club like sushi resturant that is open somewhat late PLUS a high end sushi omakase offering. I worry the other dishes and sushi offering not on the tasting menu would fall into the same pitfalls - but the fish was good quality so if you do go, get basic sushi would be my...

June 2025 Update: It had been nearly five years since I last visited Yume Sushi in East Falls Church, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much the experience has evolved. The menu has undergone a major transformation, expanded with more appetizers, chef's recommendations, and a broader selection of both traditional and signature rolls. A few familiar staples, like the Yume Roll, remain on the menu, but the restaurant has clearly stepped up its culinary game.

We arrived on a Tuesday evening around 7:30 p.m., and the atmosphere was lively and energetic. The sushi chefs were hard at work behind the counter, the bar was full, and the overall vibe was vibrant and welcoming.

A standout addition is the five-course tasting menu (including dessert), priced at $80 per person as of June 2025. Though we didn’t try it this time, it looked thoughtfully curated and like a great value for those wanting the full Yume experience.

We sampled a mix of appetizers and rolls, and the quality was consistently high. I highly recommend:

Yume Roll – a reliable classic

Jeff Roll – well-balanced and flavorful

Dragon Roll – a solid, crowd-pleasing choice

Wagyu Truffle Scallop Roll – a four-piece chef’s special at $25, and the highlight of the night for me

We also enjoyed the mini octopus salad, a refreshing and slightly adventurous appetizer featuring baby octopus, cucumber, and a bright citrus dressing. It’s not for everyone, but fans of bolder flavors will appreciate it. The miso soup was exactly what you’d hope for, simple, comforting, and well-executed.

A note on drinks: all beers are in cans or bottles (no drafts), and sake is available in 330ml and 750ml bottles (roughly soda can and wine bottle sizes, respectively). While the beverage selection is decent, on-tap options would have been a welcome addition.

In summary, Yume Sushi has matured into a more dynamic and ambitious restaurant while still retaining its neighborhood charm. Prices can add up quickly, so be mindful when ordering à la cart, but the tasting menu could be a great way to explore the best of what they offer without breaking the bank. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Very good food. I have to agree with other posts, a welcoming staff, good food, and nice place to have your sushi favorites. You can even create your own roll. Nice addition to...

Came here for an Elite event and we really enjoyed it. It was during happy hour (4-6pm) so we got lucky with parking on the street. This is such an awesome place to get sushi! The staff was really friendly. They greeted us warmly when we came in. The venue is very aesthetically pleasing and chic. I love the Geisha mural, which I found out was called "Grit and Grace".

We tasted 3 different sake when we visited. The first one was Surigei, it was a very fresh and crisp. The second was Sho Chiku Bai (Nama sake). Nama meaning fresh and it's basically unpasteurized. It was my favorite! We tasted the third one but the first two were really good that I don't even remember the last one.

We were able to sample the ceviche, seaweed salad, sashimi, tuna tartare, scallops, some pickled cucumber salad, and avocado salad. I was a real fan of the seaweed salad and the ceviche. The ceviche was a mix of seafood with just the right amount of spice and lime juice with some seaweed chip. I think the seaweed chip was a huge plus! Very creative and tasty. The seaweed salad was fresh and vibrant. My husband enjoyed the pickled cucumber salad. It was very refreshing and crisp. He also liked their avocado salad. It tasted very different with the miso dressing and the fish eggs kind of sets it apart from the other salads.

Then we headed to the sushi bar where the chefs prepared basically every roll they had and probably created other ones that didn't seem to be on the menu. Chef Peter and his crew worked with such ease and perfection. My favorite was the dream roll. It was shrimp tempura and avocado wrapped in soy paper topped with spicy tuna served with creamy jalapeno sauce, sweet chili sauce and tempura bits. It was heavenly! My second favorite was the Yu-Me roll. It had spicy tun and avocado with some tuna on top and a little bit of jalapeno, mango and some other sauce with a little bit of tempura crisps on top. My husband didn't like their selection as much, even though I thought it's very creative. It's definitely got its own style and taste. I'm a fan and would totally come back! I...