Zeppelin

Name: Zeppelin
Address: 1544 9th st NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20001
Telephone: (202) 506-1068
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

424 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

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Enjoy daily sashimi & nigiri specials, happy hour from 4-6pm everyday, 1/2 Priced bottle sake every Tuesday from 4pm until close. Come karaoke with us Thursday - Saturday from 10:30pm on.

For parties of 10 please call to place a deposit of $10/person.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 7, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 506-1068
Website
http://www.zeppelindc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Asian and Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern
Executive chef
Minoru Ogawa
Private party facilities
We would love the opportunity to help you celebrate your next special occasion! Please email us at info@zeppelindc.com with your event details!
Private party contact
Claire Wilder: (855) 399-3019

Location
1544 9th st NW Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Shaw
Cross street
9th St NW & Q St NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
A very short walk from the Shaw-Howard University Metro Station on the Green and Yellow Line.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Every Day Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 10:45 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Enjoy Happy Hour everyday throughout the restaurant with the following drink specials between 4-6 PM: -1/2 off draft beer -1/2 Highballer cocktails 1/2 Champagne by the glass

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What 424 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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AlexA
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our waitress was awesome and we loved her!! Good was delicious and drinks were strong haha. A little pricy but great for a special occasion!
N
Nikki
Atlanta
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Karaoke was awesome
W
abmeW
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service2ambience4
Waiter was super nice. Food was great, although had an hour wait from order --> food. messed up an order for one of the sashimi platters as well. Really wanted to like this place, but seemed understaffed and couldn't handle the capacity.
s
sheron
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I really enjoyed my impromptu dinner at Zeppelin’s! The hostess was friendly, the service was great, and the food was delicious! It was a sushi kind of night for me and my cousin so we tried the Spider Roll, Chaplin Roll, Spicy Tuna, and Beet Roll (yes, my idea to try a beet roll!). Everything was scrumptious 😋 and wow the beet roll was def a contender!!! Can’t wait to go back for happy hour or karaoke night…
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience2
Messed up my order. Food took a long time. Sushi didn’t taste fresh.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The sushi is always great quality here. I love to order the sashimi special and share with a friend or date.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very friendly waiter.
VC
VeraC
Washington DC
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Luckily had a beautiful night to sit outside on the patio. Of course, sitting outside makes everything better but the food here is excellent. The maki rolls were very tasty and the dumpling and harumaki was excellent! Sashimi was nicely sliced and very fresh. Full bar and great cocktails finished up the dinner!
MA
MACUGOL9
Las Vegas
17 reviews
vip
1.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
Stay away from this place. Filthy place. Understaffed.
m
meryland
Washington DC
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful from the service to the food to the ambience. We’ve been here before and it’s consistently great. Will definitely return!
TJ
TessJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of our favorites! The food is always fresh and tasty. The service is quick and friendly. This is a great date spot, or a place to spend a night out with friends or family.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food is just okay. The shrimp tempuras are terrible. That makes all sushi with shrimp tempura not good. Completely ruin the rolls. . Not very many choices to choose from when it comes to special rolls. Sashimi is at least fresh and great I’ll give them that.
KB
KristinB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience3
Sushi wasn’t great, the service was ok. It was ridiculously loud and overpriced.
GC
GregC
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service. The sashimi platter deluxe is more than enough for two people and the vegetable tempura is light, crispy, and a real delight as a starter. Good wine and beer list with some wines an excellent value. We go once a month and will continue.
C
Claire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun atmosphere, good food, good drinks, kind staff!
MK
MaryamK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
It was a good experience. Service and the food was great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful outdoor dining space, and excellent food.
JF
JuanF
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Good maki and nice wine pairings. Lovely ambience in terrace
f
foodreviewer123
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Place sucked, food was overpriced and overrated ednanme wasn't even good, how do you mess that up...
AN
AndreasN
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was fun. Great, considerate service and very well presented and tasty food.
A
Andy
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great time with friends. They accommodated 2 extra despite a completely booked evening. Service was excellent. Drinks were flowing and we ordered lots of apps for the table - the bacon wrapped asparagus deserved a second order. We then ordered chef’s choice on 4 pieces of sushi/sashimi each and once again we were not disappointed. Gluten free and no rice guests accommodated. Will definitely return!
DA
DAS123
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous time with a dear friend and great environment. Thanks!
b
bear
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zeppelin is perfect for a date during the week. Super service, food came out perfectly timed, drinks were great though next time I would try to come to happy hour for better deals on Japanese beers. We ordered mostly rolls and they were delicious. I can also recommend the tako yaki - not mindblowing, but exactly right for a rainy evening (and not too salty).
ZB
ZachB
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service - Stellar Drinks - Delicious Food - Fantastic
g
galwithanappetite
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall3food4service1ambience4
Food and vibe is great. Service wasn't good and food took a long time to come. Great sushi though!
A
Ambar
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Good quality food and drinks, nice ambiance on the patio and friendly waitress, but an unacceptably long time to wait for food (over an hour) once ordered due to back ups at the sushi counter. Disappointing as had heard great things and the rest of the experience was quite nice.
K
Klhdez00
Charleston
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My friends and I went on a Saturday night, it was busy but the restaurant was super lively and fun. The appetizers and sushi were amazing—try the tako maki for sure! Drinks were good too and our server Lucas was so much fun he made it all even more enjoyable. Will def be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
succch a great vibes, fantastic drinks and incredible sushi!
DA
DAS123
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Fabulous. Just fabulous. Thanks for a lovely evening with special friend.
EC
EduardoC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience me and my fiancé had was magnificent and would recommend to all.great food and cocktails. “Getaway” drink must have.
J
jisforJoe
Washington DC
63 reviews
vip
4.0
63 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Really enjoyable sushi spot in DC. Added it to my list of faves.
RR
RaminR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great server. She was very good and made a us have a great evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great outdoor seating and pleasant environment. Good service and the sushi was delicious.
JP
JoeP
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The sushi, particularly the Zeppelin, was surprisingly good. But what really shines of the Zeppelin is the impeccable service.
K
Kasey
Exclusive
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience4
This was my third time dining at Zeppelin where the service was absolutely terrible. On this particular occasion, we waited almost an hour between when we placed our order to when the food arrived at the table with absolutely no comment from the staff on the incredibly long wait time. The food here is good, but not good enough to make up for the poor service.
FP
FrequentPrePandemicVisit
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the bartending staff. Drinks were great quality and loved the grilled food.
AB
AmandaB
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an outstanding meal! We went to celebrate my sister‘s birthday and the food, service and atmosphere was perfect!!
R
Rachel
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food and drinks. A little pricey but great quality nigiri
A
Abby
Washington DC
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a get together here with friends, and it was great! The food was all good, the service was great, and they were able to accommodate a large group.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience2
We sat at a communal table bumping elbows with people we did not know. Food took a while to come out. An absurd dining situation for the price and for having a reservation for a large party for a long time.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Zeppelin using the Order Online button. Zeppelin also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Zeppelin also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 506-1068.

Zeppelin is rated 4.7 stars by 424 OpenTable diners.

Zeppelin does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.