3101 K St NW
Washington, DC 20007-4404
http://www.latinconcepts.com/mate
I am reviewing this place, but I will let it be known Mate is surely an absolute favorite of mine. If you are looking for great sushi, great drinks, and a fun hip location to hang out with friends then Mate is surely the place.
My cousin and I discovered this place a couple years ago when going to the Georgetown movie theater. We would always see this funky looking little spot on the corner that seemed like fun, but we never went in. Finally one night in our quest for all things new and different we ventured in. We sampled about 4 different rolls (mostly cooked stuff) and we were hooked. Since then we've brought countless friends to the spot and they have also become hooked (including previous non sushi eaters and my 5 year old son that could barely pronounce sushi prior to coming there).
Now if you don't like sushi, then please don't bother coming to Mate, why...because its a sushi restaurant! The only other menu options are some green salad, soup, and dessert (also really good though). They offer a wide variety of options. If you prefer cooked sushi there are about 5 rolls on the menu that will accommodate you (my particular favorite is the volcano roll that is topped with spicy crab salad). If you prefer raw, they make a spicy yellow tail roll (not on the menu, but easily requested) that is great, along with the tiger roll that's pretty good. You can also get yourself a sashimi sampler platter (not my personal thing, but if your into slabs of raw fish its surely the way to go).
The drinks are just as good as the sushi. My personal favorite is the Lychee Martini. For those that like a little more punch try one of their many flavors of Mojito (which can also be made in the non-alcoholic form). If you want something a little more mellow, the plum wine and saki is also a really great option. They have a little something for everyone (man, woman, lush, and lightweight)
The decor at Mate is very trendy. Simple low couches and chairs with bright velvet coverings. Intricate light fixtures. A paneled wall that lights up behind the bar, this is also home of the DJ booth. Just the right amount of color and simplicity to attract the young professional DC crowd. The service is also great. From the bouncers at the front door waiting to check your ID, to the host that is ready and waiting to accommodate you, to the friendly waitresses outfitted in little black dresses waiting to tell you all about menu.
As I mentioned before Mate is a definite favorite place which is why it undoubtedly goes on our LOVE LIST
With a review of:
Will we go there again...Hells Yeah!!! And you should too ;-)
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