In the Washington Post —–>
Sticky Rice?1224 H St. NE. 202-397-7655. http://www.stickyricedc.com.
Music videos blare from the televisions, and funky art dominates the walls. One look inside Sticky Rice and it’s clear that this is not your typical sushi-and-noodle restaurant. This place has been attracting hipsters since its 2008 opening with an out-there atmosphere and a lineup of quirky activities including karaoke and bingo.
Sushi is the main attraction here, but don’t expect delicate rolls of raw fish. The Godzirra roll is a massive log of crunchy shrimp, avocado, cream cheese and spicy/crunchy toppings. Wasabi peas add fire to a roll of yellowtail, cream cheese and scallions. Sticky Balls, deep-fried packets of tuna, crab and rice, are the restaurant’s specialty. Vegetarians and vegans will find many options here, chief among them the Garden Balls, a variation on the Sticky Ball theme. Tater tots (yes, the fried-potato snacks) are among the most popular side dishes. They’re sold by the bucket. Is Sticky Rice the kind of place the sushi gods intended? Probably not. But it’s one of the most entertaining places to grab a bite on H Street NE.
