Met up with a friend while visiting Seattle and we went to Fremont Bowl! It's street parking which took a while to find because this area was bustling with resturaunt and bars! We walked in, ordered at the tablet and sat ourselves down! Water is self serve which we grabbed before finding a seat. I ordered the small una-gyu donburi and this was delicious! Unagi was grilled and seasoned, beef was tender and the rice paired so well with the meat! Good size and we left full! Staff was nice and it got pretty busy after we got our food! read more

Fremont Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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As one of my favorite businesses in Seattle, the allure of Fremont Bowl is simple: delicious bowls of Japanese comfort food served in a no frills, unpretentious environment. There are no bells and whistles here, just excellent service, fair prices, and fantastic food. There are only a handful of tables, which is really meant for solo diners and two people at best. There is a handful of takeout patrons at any given time, but that's only because of the wait. It's far more enticing to sit in and experience the magic that exists in every bowl. Water is self-serve and thankfully presented in a filtered water tank that spits out cold, delicious water. A majority of the bowls are between $13-16 each, which in today's foodflation economy seems expected. The good news is that the portion is substantial in every bowl. My go-to is their chirashi, which is roughly $19 but features a nice array of fish cuts that include salmon, chopped fatty tuna, masago, fresh water eel, shrimp with albacore and another dose of tuna. The unagi don is their most expensive bowl at nearly $21, but the broiled unagi with the eel sauce that is dynamite. The textures, the sweetness, and the size is all on point. And due to its status as a teriyaki city, I think the chicken teri don is an excellent alternative to all the seafood. The teriyaki hits all the right flavor notes, with just enough sweetness with the tenderness of the chicken meat. Add in another $1 and it's a spicy version. I so wish there was something like this in my neck of the woods. If I lived in Seattle, this would be a weekly destination. I'm already looking forward to my next visit(s). read more

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Food is consistently good. Fish taste very fresh, staff always greet you when you come in, prices are fair for the area. read more

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Updating my previous view review after a recent visit, it looks like Fremont bowl has definitely stepped up the quality and consistency of their food. It still feels like they are serving slightly less than my first visit many years ago, but I totally understand the changing times. Service was fast and friendly and rearranged the seating a little bit so it feels a little less cramped. There are really are only a few tables so I would be prepared to wait or grab your food to go to eat at a nearby Park or back home. Still a very solid choice for a donburi bowl in if you're in the area read more

I loved this place! I got the chirashi bowl, which was so fresh. The mixture of fish types brought the whole bowl together. I got white rice, but you can get a mixture of salad and rice as well. The restaurant is pretty small so we brought the poke over to Gas Works park to eat at sunset and that was an amazing idea. Keep in mind you pay an extra 5 cents for chopsticks and 10-15 cents for soy sauce packets. I would love to try the other bowls next time! read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was really excited to try this place. I heard great things about it. My Airbnb was right next to it so I was waiting excitingly for it to open. I got a little frustrated since I tried to order online, but they wouldn't let order go over $100. Ugh ok I get it you don't want to accept a huge order and not have anyone show up. I went to order at the store. I was surprised that they charge you for each packet of soy sauce and chopstick. Talk about nickel and dimming! And I didn't even get all the chopstick and soy sauce that I ordered! If you're going to make people pay for it then at least make sure you are supplying it! I ordered 5 chopsticks and 10 soy sauce (had a big order) they only gave me one chopstick and one packet of soy sauce. Ugh really? Good thing my Airbnb was close by and was able to go back to the store. But I can't image if I was further away and at a Airbnb that didn't have any utensils or sauce. Service: Rude and judgmental. Tried to ask some questions since I had a big order and the girl kept rolling her eyes at me. Food: The food was decent. It was rice and some raw fish. It wasn't anything out of this world. Overall: for a cheap meal and hopefully don't have to interact with any of the staff. I wouldn't mind coming back. read more

Quaint little shop with cozy vibes that serves the freshest sushi for a fair price! What else can you ask for! Theres a bit of seating inside but could easily see this being more of a takeout spot during peak hours. I love that the chirashi has 2 pieces of each fish and includes eel! I'd say the portion size was perfect. Can't wait to keep coming back :) read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Been coming here since they've opened and the freshness, flavor and quality of every bowl always hits the spot!

If there was an option to rate 6 stars, I would. This place truly is a hidden gem in Seattle. Not only is the seafood great quality, but the price is unbeatable for anything else you will find in the area. I would recommend getting half rice and half salad, since the portions are actually a good size and I got a decent amount of rice from that option. I definitely plan to return next time I am in the area! read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi Salmon Poke - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The chirashi bowl is super delicious!! Very worth the price. The fish tasted fresh and was tender. The yuzu mayo paired really well with everything in the bowl. The portions were also pretty solid and filling! The staff are quick with the orders! One thing is that there aren't many seats inside so we did takeout to avoid waiting for others to finish. Overall would definitely come back again for their poke bowls! read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What an amazing find! Was craving sushi so ended up going to fremont bowl with a friend after the place being on my Seattle list for awhile! The fish was very fresh and the value of the chirashi bowl cannot be beat. The salmon was my favorite, very buttery and felt high quality. The entire set was under $20. For the amount of fish and how filling this meal was, I will definitely be coming back here to try their other items! Service was quick and easy with self ordering and self service water station. Ambiance gave me "quick bite to eat." Small place with not many tables but I could definitely see myself picking up from here and eating from the comfort of my own home. Very simple but fulfilling meal! read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fremont Bowl offers a variety of rice bowls, and I have had a chance to try a few of them over the past months. The chirashi bowl is definite must, as it is chock full of fish over well-seasoned rice. The mix included tuna, salmon, yellow tail, shrimp, eel, and roe, and was very fresh with great flavor and texture. Do add a bowl of miso soup - I love how they use a combo of white and red miso. The katsudon was a little different, as it was literally just a cutlet and rice. The cutlet was well prepared, but do not expect the traditional katsudon with egg. Ordering is done at the counter, and the food arrived quickly. Pricing is good for the quality. Definitely a good spot to get a donburi to dine in or to go. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chrashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tasty, reasonably priced, and fresh. The spot is unassuming, easy enough to find. There's not a ton of seats inside, so probably will have a wait during peak hours. It looks like a quiet spot to enjoy a meal or easy for takeout. We picked up two Chirashi Dons to go and found a spot near the water to enjoy. read more

DoorDashed from this place! I love Donburi Station in Georgetown, and this spot is likely a sister of that because the menu is identical. Great portions, good prices (inflated by DoorDash, likely), and delicious bowls. The Poke Bowl ($18ish on DD) was delicious. The fish was fresh, fatty, and came in large, satisfying chunks. The sauce was rich and flavorful. The rice it lies on was perfectly cooked and prepared. The bowl was packed very nicely with a separate compartment for the sauce. 5 stars for sure! read more

Fremont Bowl - Door Dashed Poke Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here for a quick Friday dinner and omg parking was a pain, but I got through it lol. Fremont bowl is a pretty small place, not a whole lot of seating, so I usually get takeout. I got the salmon poke to eat there. It comes with sauce on the side, so perfect for each person to decide how saucy they want it. The salmon itself are all super big chunks, crab and seaweed salad were simple but delicious additions to the whole bowl. Definitely one of my go to places for a delicious and simple meal. read more

Fremont Bowl - Salmon Poke - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great spot for lunch; it's not fancy, but that's not the point. It's a reliable spot you can go to for a good serving of Japanese comfort food -- be it a bowl of udon, or a rice bowl (don) with your choice of fresh sashimi grade fish. Chirashi is available, and by natural extension, you can also satiate your craving for poke. I love the simplicity of the menu -- especially with udon, where it's not trying to bedazzle you with all sorts of names that are essentially "tourist traps". A trip here always hit the spot read more

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A great spot with great seafood without the great seafood price. Solid, fresh food, and great portions. The Chirashi Don is my go-to with tons of sashimi, letting you have a taste of everything without the fancy sushi bar price. Everything feels super clean and satisfying. It's a small place with quick, friendly service. Perfect for a chill lunch or dinner. Go early or perhaps not during peak hours, but if not, it'll still be worth the wait read more

Fremont Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

- - ~ * I would fly back for this! * ~ - - I got the chirashi bowl and miso soup, and let me tell you, THE FISH WAS SO GOOD! I usually hate tuna because it taste rubbery, but it was soft and buttery here. The bowl is only $20! I would skip on the miso soup though because it just tasted like hot water with tofu. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi & Miso Soup - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I visited Fremont Bowl as my 8th spot for katsu curry over the last two months. This restaurant is a little special - they don't actually have katsu curry on the menu, but you can kind of cobble it together by ordering a chicken or pork katsu donburi + a side of pork curry. I visited on a snowy Saturday for lunch and there was only two other customers the entire time I was there. Crispy Tonkatsu Don ($14.50) - Fremont Bowl is very generous with the amount of meat they provide. Most places give only a single small piece of pork loin with a curry meal; Fremont Bowl, on the other hand, provides two pretty substantial pieces of meat, cut into seven strips (rather than 4 or 5 for other places), allowing the patron to better pace out the meal. The pork itself is cooked well, and while not exceptionally juicy and tender, isn't dried out at all. Neither the pork nor the breading is seasoned that heavily, allowing the natural flavors of the pork to shine. Since this is a loin cut, there's just a small bit of fat membrane to one side of the cut, but most of it is trimmed off before cooking. The fat portion is tender and is almost indistinguishable against the rest of the meat. The breading is decent. It's fried until it's pretty crispy, not as flaky as a pure panko breading, but not as crunchy as say cornflakes. The bottom that touches the rice gets a little soggy, and the breading is able to separate from the meat in some portions. The breading gets the job done, but doesn't quite reach some of the other katsu curry places I visited. Still, the cook is pretty good and overall it's a very good tonkatsu for a restaurant that doesn't specialize in this dish. The katsu comes on a pretty substantial portion of rice that exhibits basically the perfect cook. Even though it's a medium grain rice, it's cooked with the ideal amount of water, resulting in rice with a moisture level that's neither soggy nor dried out, and is fluffy with great mouthfeel. It's a bit sticky, but each grain is still quite distinct and flavorful. Now I know this is a donburi shop, but I wish these katsu dishes were served on a plate instead. This would help keep some of the crisp on the tonkatsu and allow more even portioning between rice, meat and curry, without having to first eat a couple of pieces of meat. The dish comes with a small cup full of ponzu, helpful to add vinegar and citrus notes, especially if the dish is ordered by itself. I, of course, opted to get a side of pork curry. Side Pork Curry ($4.95) - This is a pretty nice Japanese curry. It's cooked down until quite thick - more viscous than a gravy, but not quite to the point of being a gel. The curry flavor is quite strong, but not overpowering and not overly salty. There's bits of tender pork, well shredded, mixed into the curry, amplifying the meatiness and savoriness. The curry isn't very sweet and there's a bit of a tangy element that comes through as the curry spices dissipate. I feel like this is boxed curry mix but Fremont Bowl adds enough extra spices and ingredients to really make it their own. The curry is served in a small gravy boat and unfortunately isn't supplied in nearly enough quantity for the amount of meat and rice included in the donburi. I think two orders are required to fully encompass the main dish. The only real thing missing is fukujinzuke, but instead of pickles, Fremont Bowl includes a couple of shishito peppers on the donburi. Overall Food Rating: 4.5/5 I actually had some leftovers to take home after finishing my meal. That's not something I can say for most restaurants I've visited in Seattle, and it's the first katsu curry place that I've had leftovers from. Coming into Fremont Bowl, I thought it would serve average to below average curry. I was really surprised when it came out near the top of my rankings. For a restaurant that doesn't actually have katsu curry on the menu, they serve a very solid Japanese curry. I really wish they had a dish on the menu with rice, one piece of tonkatsu, and a double order of the pork curry, served on a plate rather than in a bowl! read more

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After having fun in the Fremont District, we wanted to find a casual lunch spot. My companion found Fremont Bowl after a quick search. With both of us big on sashimi and seafood, dining here made sense. The vibes are geared towards high turn-around with many diners in their 20s like us. There are a few small tables but they also have a great takeout system. We loved how prompt everything was from ordering at the counter to receiving our food within minutes. For the quality and price-point, this spot shouldn't be passed upon. I got the Sake Donburi which was blissful. As a salmon lover, each bite melted in my mouth with the salmon's silky texture and freshness. I wish the cuts were thicker, but I'm not complaining about the price. My companion had the Chirashi. He said it was well portioned and filling. We both got the wasabi on the side which was the right choice as it was spicier than expected. For exceptional quality at an affordable cost, Fremont Bowl is a superb choice for donburi bowls. Casual and delicious Japanese food plus efficient service can be found here on Fremont Ave N. with street parking in the neighborhood. read more

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I came for lunch and the small shop was filled. Not many tables for dine in (10-15people max). I was going to order Togo but a table opened so I asked for dine in. Food came in about 10min. 8/10 Chirashi $21 - Quality and variety of fish and seafood was great! Protein portion overall was ok and rice was abundant underneath. Unagi was the best protein. Definitely a very good try but would come back to try other bowls. Not too filling if you're a big eater. read more

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Amazing. We got the chirashi and curry katsudon. Fish were extremely fresh. None of that escolar BS. Great salmon, tuna, and yellowtail. The katsu was fresh, and the curry- I was not expecting much given it is a side, but this had a wonderful taste, aroma, and smell. Will definitely be back! read more

We always have delicious food at Fremont Bowl. The tofu teriyaki is so delicious, and the fish bowls are fresh and delightful. So glad to have this place in the neighborhood. read more

We stopped by here for a weekday lunch. We ordered a Chirashi bowl, but since there weren't that many tables/seats and they were all occupied, we took it to go. First, the presentation of the Chirashi bowl is very aesthetically pleasing, leveraging the variety and assortment of sashimi to create a colorful masterpiece mosaic of sliced fish like a pescatarian Picasso. All the sashimi tasted very fresh, except for the tuna which was a bit fishy but still not bad. The standouts for me were the salmon, eel, and shrimp. The salmon was buttery smooth and soft without any hint of fishiness, making me devour it as if I was a wild grizzly bear feasting at a river during salmon season. The eel was super umami, while the shrimp looked like it was carefully deveined and had that sweet shrimp flavor with a nice bounce. Despite the decent value for the variety and portions of sashimi you get, I have to take off a star for the penny pinching - chopsticks are 5 cents, a packet of soy sauce is 10 cents, and so on...like c'mon now! We even got the house soy sauce for an extra 50 cents but it was like the amount of two squeezes from a an eye drop bottle and tasted like any other soy sauce. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Consistent quality, great portion size, and nice variety of fish added. Fremont Bowl is one of my go-to places when craving chirashi. read more

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Amazing food in a delightfully small location. The flavors ran a bit spicy but were delish! Wish they had a kid option or a warning about the spicy flair powder they add to all the dishes but we scrapped it off for the kids and made it work. Highly worth fighting the traffic and parking. read more

Fast-casual donburis with fresh fish? Sign me up. The quality is so high for the price. You can't complain. Seriously, that's it. I can't speak to the service for dining in, but shoutout to the cashier who was so nice when I spilled water at the dispenser. read more

Fremont Bowl - Sake Don - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Decent value for the price. Called for takeout on Sat night and was able to pick up in about 20 minutes. Plenty of sashimi variety with a good ratio of rice. The fish cuts were thick and decently fresh, but the unagi was the standout for me. The wasabi was too much of an artificial color and didn't taste like fresh wasabi. One thing to note--if you ask for no utensils for takeout, they also do not give soy sauce so be sure to ask separately. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very fresh fish at a reasonable price! I usually only get the chirashi bowl ($19). I call my order in, arrive and pick up, all within 10-15 min. Extremely fresh slices of sashimi, as well as tasty eel and shrimp. They did raise their prices recently, which is unfortunately expected, but their quality and quantity has stayed consistent. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fremont Bowl is my go-to spot for a poke fix. I think the freshness and quality of their fish (salmon specifically) can't be beat. It is simple yet elegant. While there may not be as much variety as some other places around Seattle in terms of toppings, I think it has all you need--fresh Salmon, scrumptious rice, and a delicious Yuzu sauce that makes everything taste better. My only wish was that it was a little less expensive. However, my wife insists that Fremont bowl isn't expensive, but just normal-priced. I suppose she is right, since raw fish is expensive no matter where you go. But for the occasional treat, there's no place else I'd rather go! One note: I've never dined in--only ever done takeout. So I cannot say anything about their atmosphere or service. However, the takeout has always been quick and the front-desk people friendly enough! read more

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Ordered the chirashi bowl with extra salmon and spicy mayo on the side! Came out to $24 after taxes. Best chirashi bowl in the area, super fresh fish and great portion. There is limited seating, about 8-10 seats? read more

Fremont Bowl - Salmon Poke (top), Chirashi (bottom) - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had a great experience here! The food was fresh and satisfying the eel was tender and flavorful, reminding me of a piece I had back in Japan. The chirashi bowl was light, refreshing, and full of fresh cuts of fish. I also tried the Sukiyaki Don, which was savory and delicious just a heads-up, the extra chili made it a bit spicier than I prefer, so use with caution if you're sensitive to heat. The service was great friendly staff who offered extra sauce and provided to-go boxes without even asking. I went during a non-peak hour, and the ambience was calm and quiet, which made the experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd return to. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi and Una-Gyu Don + Umami Chili Oil - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Generous chirashi bowl for a reasonable price. The salmon, yellowtail, and eel were good; I'm not a huge fan of tuna but I didn't love the the texture of this one (maybe felt like it had been defrosted or something). Some seating inside but it gets busy fast! read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The chirashi bowl was delicious! It has a variety of fish. I ordered to go and the service was fairly quick for a weekend afternoon. Not a lot of seating inside though. The yuzu mayo add on was super good too! read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped by on a Friday afternoon for my chirachi fix and I was very pleased! Fremont Bowl is a small shop in Fremont. You can order ahead, order at the kiosk there, or from the staff. They have a few seats inside, but only if you're lucky! I order at the kiosk and walked around the neighborhood for my order. It took about 10-15 minutes. After, I went to Kerry Park to enjoy my meal! I got the Chirashi Bowl with salad. The salad is just lettuce, so if you aren't on a low carb diet, highly recommend going for the rice. Each piece of fish was very fresh and thick! I loved the Salmon, Eel, and Yellowtail. Not bad for a $20 bowl. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Super chill ambiance and fast service. The salmon was really good quality and the sauces were great. Wish there more veggies on the poke though read more

Fremont Bowl - Salmon Poke - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very good and hefty, was $20 though. It did have a lot of salmon. But so little eel for extra cost. Just to have extra little thing of sauce was extra $ too. you only have two options to pick from. A sweet sauce or a lemon soy oil sauce. We had the lemon one. It was pretty oily, maybe sesame ? I would eat here again, maybe try the chirashi bowl instead. More bang for the buck. Or maybe try another poke place. It is good but not memorable. read more

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Fremont Bowl is one of those places you truly miss when you leave Seattle. After moving to San Diego, I found myself constantly craving their bowls--nothing quite matches the quality and attention to detail they bring to teriyaki and donburi. From the perfectly cooked rice to the beautifully presented protein on top, every dish here is a masterpiece of simplicity and flavor. Whether you're in the mood for raw fish, or prefer cooked chicken, beef, or pork, the taste is consistently amazing. And let me tell you, their crunchy garlic pepper spicy oil is something special--it's that little touch that takes an already great dish to another level. This spot easily ranks as one of the best places for a casual lunch in Seattle. The quality, flavor, and presentation keep me coming back time and time again. I must've ordered from Fremont Bowl every week for years, and each time, they delivered that same incredible experience. If you're looking for top-notch donburi and teriyaki, this is the place to be. read more

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My favorite bite in Seattle hands down. Some of the best Japanese food I've had in the US, outside of NYC. The price you pay for the value you get out of the chirashi bowl is just unparalleled. It's so much quality fish for $19. I dined in with one friend, and they have limited seating (maybe at most 6-8 dine in), but also that's because they have tables set aside for online pick up. Let me tell you, those pick up order tables are FILLED with bags upon bags of folks wanting their Fremont Bowl!!! Service is also mega fast. You just can't go wrong with this place. read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A small spot with limited amount of seating but amazing food! I got the chirashi bowl and all the cuts of fish were fantastic. I really enjoyed the salmon as it was tender and the flavor was strong. The rice was also a good compliment, it tasted like sushi rice so had a slight sweet taste to it which worked well with the fish read more

Fremont Bowl - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington