Definitely my favorite new sushi spot in the Puget Sound. Fresh, gorgeously presented sushi at a…read morereasonable price. Just discovered it this month and already been over there twice. Am totally in love with the Salmon Lover's plate, and Bryan is loving the Chirashi Bowl. The udon noodles are also not bad. Highly highly recommend!

As evidenced by a nearly five star average rating on both Yelp and Google, Sushi Koushi is much…read moremore than just a creative fun name. I'm placing this as one of my new favorite sushi spots on the Eastside! Four of us came for an early dinner around 4:30P on a Saturday and got seating right away in a booth. The restaurant is on the smaller end with just a few tables on each side and a few seats at the sushi bar. In addition to an appetizer, two of us shared three specialty sushi rolls and the other two in our group ordered the chicken katsu meal set. Our sushi arrived beautifully all on one plate. Each specialty roll included 10 pieces and they all contained a generous amount of filling with a relatively thin rice layer, making the average price of $18 - $19 per roll worth the value. + TAKOYAKI ($7.50): These deep-fried dumplings had a soft creamy interior and housed a small piece of tender octopus. Four pieces came in an order, topped with mayo, unagi sauce and bonito flakes. I loved the crispy exterior and they were served steaming hot. I am not sure they were made in-house or frozen, but they were delicious. + KOUSHI ROLL ($17.99): A crab, avocado and cucumber roll topped with cajun seared salmon, spicy mayo, unagi sauce, green onion and fish roe. Between the crab filling and spicy mayo, this is a pretty creamy roll. The salmon on top had a very light sear, so while the smoky flavor was noticeable, I considered it closer to raw. The unagi sauce added some sweetness that offset the mild spice. + NAGOYA ROLL ($18.99): Tuna avocado roll topped with salmon, ponzu sauce, sweet sesame sauce, green onion and fish roe. The freshness of the fish especially shined here between the large cubes of tuna inside and the meaty slice of raw salmon on top. The sauce simply enhanced the roll without taking over the flavor, so it didn't distract from the purity of the ingredients. + SETO ROLL ($18.99): Spicy tuna and cucumber inside topped with tuna, ponzu sauce and green onion. This roll is HOT, like at least 3/5 stars on the spice scale! As spicy as it was, I really enjoyed it, especially since half the roll was topped with medium fatty tuna which was such a nice treat. Lean tuna draped over the other half. Chopped green onion on top added pops of freshness. The chicken katsu meal ($16.99) came with salad, rice and miso soup. I tried one piece of the chicken which was tender and had an excellent light crunch! Service was great as the two employees managing the dining room checked back a couple times and were actively watching in case any of the tables needed anything. I know I'll be back again for more sushi!

The best teriyaki and sushi in the area! Came here on a Wednesday and received excellent service…read moreand the food came out quick! Had the Orange Chicken Bento Box with California roll and I would highly recommend. Plenty of clean seating and a great vibe with the high level customer service from Amga! Will definitely be back!

Best bang for the buck in the area. The service is nice, the food is great both in portion and…read moreflavor and the restaurant is located in a very convenient location. I will definitely return soon.

I wasn't even hungry but my daughter was so the plan was to take her to dinner and I'd just have a…read moredrink. I made the mistake of sampling her tofu stirfry and it was so delicious. I had to have more. I'm completely stopped now, but it was so worth it. The tofu was just the right consistency, the flavors were delicious without being overwhelming, and the veggies were cooked to perfection. I also had the mango drink with Perrier and oh boy was that delicious! Great service, the ambience was perfect, relaxed and open. Will definitely come here again!

We love Yama Si. The owners are just the sweetest people ever. They've made the dining room feel so…read morewelcoming and comfortable since taking over. The food always tastes like it was prepared with care. My teen enjoys the ramen and sushi. The tempura shrimp roll is my go-to. The teriyaki chicken bento lunch is also very good.

I was browsing Yelp looking for a new place to eat when I came across Kobuta And Ookami. The…read morereviews were amazing, and the pictures of the food looked so good that I just had to give it a try. And oh my gosh, what a great decision that was! I went with my husband and our two kids, and we all absolutely loved the food! It was my first time trying Japanese katsu, and I honestly couldn't believe how delicious it was. My husband and I both ordered the juicy pork cutlet, and it was fantastic! Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and full of flavor. Even the presentation was beautiful! Everything looked so fresh and appetizing. We also ordered the fried oysters as an appetizer, and WOW! They were huge, juicy, and absolutely delicious. I also loved the sauces that came with the food. I wish I could remember their names because they were so good! What I really appreciated was how much care seemed to go into the food, from the beautiful presentation to the flavors and generous portions. It was one of those meals where you keep saying how good everything is while you're eating! I really don't have anything negative to say about our experience. The only thing worth mentioning is that this place is quite popular, so the wait can be a little long. But believe me, it's completely worth it! I'm so glad I found Kobuta And Ookami! It's definitely a place we'll be coming back to, and I highly recommend it. If you haven't tried it yet, you're missing out on some seriously delicious food!

This spot is so solid. You can make rezy for larger parties 4+…read more We were so lucky to get a spot at 1pm Sunday for 2. We have a newborn so able to sit comfortably with a stroller in tow! This is a kid friendly spot with high chairs. The ladies room also had a koala care changing table- incredible. We ordered the iberico nabe and the iberico oroshi. Service was super kind and the food came within 15 min. You can't go wrong with anything I've been here 4x now pre and post baby and I'm so so appreciative of this spot. The parking is a bit tough but a testament to a good business-- they are also opening a new branch in Montlake terrace area! Super stoked check this spot out you can't go wrong

Pretty good, big portions, will come back! Soft crab and the beef is delicious. Normally 20 to 40…read moremins wait time.

good food, good vibe, good experience overall Recommend…read morethis place if you're craving Japanese food!

Great food if you like to try new things,amazing atmosphere and amazing service. Definitely…read morerecommend

the food was delicious. service was wonderful, As a Japanese person I enjoyed everything there BUT…read morethe ai generated art. why couldnt you get an artist or someone to draw something. that was extremely distasteful and unfortunately ruined the mood for me and my friends when I was expecting something of more higher quality. the food was delicious, everything looks great until you see the ai generated art here and there.

Crepes and a king salmon bowl!…read more The ube crepe with powdered sugar and a mountain of whipped cream was so good and we left nothing on the plate A little expensive but I ate every bite of food so it was worth it. We even came back the following day to try the savory breakfast crepes Right next to the lovely garden store

Japonica Diner is hands down one of the best finds on Whidbey Island. It's a wonderful two-in-one…read morespot -- a charming crêperie in the mornings and a fantastic sushi haven for lunch and dinner -- and both sides of the menu are outstanding. Joan, the owner and chef, is absolutely amazing. She made me feel like a genuine guest in her home rather than just another customer, checking in with such warmth and care throughout the meal. You can tell how much passion and skill she pours into every dish. If you love sushi bowls and sushi rolls, this is an absolute must-visit. Everything came out fresh, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. Between the food and Joan's hospitality, this easily earns a 10 out of 10 in my book -- I just wish Yelp let me give more than 5 stars! Can't wait to go back.

Five stars. Nakagawa Sushi was recommended by a few locals who know Japanese food, and I brought my…read moremom, who's Japanese and picky about her sushi. She approved. Everything was delicious, but the yellowtail and scallop nigiri stood out: fresh, clean, and perfect. We'll be back!

We visited for a casual omakase dinner and it was a good decision!…read moreCall in to reserve a counter seating for the best experience! Service was attentive as usual, small restaurant but well lit and more than enough room to be comfortable. The omakase set is such great value here. Super fresh seafood. The sake flight was an added pleasure that accompanied the dinner so well. Don't remember all the names of each piece :) but left very satisfied and anticipating our next visit soon!

Located by the Whole Foods Market, the place is hard to find! It has a very small sign by the…read moredoor. It's in between inSpa and Asiana Bistro Sushi & Grill. Maybe the sign is still getting made?....after being open for 3 years now I think? Anyway, once you find it and go inside, you're greeted by very friendly staff and you see the sushi chef at work by the sushi bar. I recommend sitting by the bar if you'd like to see the chef in action. This establishment is owned by the same owner of I Love Sushi in Bellevue and brings Japanese Kaiseki -- a multi-course Japanese meal emphasizing seasonality, balance, and aesthetic presentation. The menu has course options priced at $150, $200 or $250 (per person). A 20% service charge gets added. Since it's our first time and not sure what to expect, we chose the $150 course -- 8 courses: Soup, Tempura Hand Roll, Sashimi, Steamed Dish, Appetizer Assortment, Grilled Fish, Iron Pot Seasoned Rice, Dessert. We were warmly greeted by the staff including the chef. Our place at the sushi bar is nicely set with a more detailed menu of the course we had chosen (see picture). Everything was delicious! At first we were worried that it's not going to be enough because the portions are small (more like a tasting menu), but by 5th course (6th course for my companions), I was feeling full. It was fun watching the chef worked his artistry with the food. We had sake pairing with our dishes at additional cost. Because we were there to celebrate a birthday (mine!), I was given an extra dessert. Servers were very attentive and food was great! We will be back!

The missus and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here. I booked about a month in advance…read morefor a 6:30pm bar seating, the $250 premium option which included A5 wagyu Filet mignon and some other high-quality choices. We were reminded by the text system a day and an hour in advance, and since it's tucked away in a plaza in Redmond, it's got plenty of parking. The only issue you may have is not knowing where the door is, because there's no big sign - the towa sign next to the doorway is smaller than the window panel in the door. When you step in, you feel a sense of quiet and calm - because that's what it is. Nori Morita (of the I love sushi group in Bellevue) runs a music-less, authentic Japanese kaiseki experience here. There's 6 seats at the counter, and maybe about 10-12 seats in the surrounding tables. It's a small space but it doesn't feel cramped. There's one all-gender bathroom and one single-stall female bathroom at the very back. Service throughout the meal was generally polite, courteous, and proactive. My water glass and the missus' tea were never left below half. They cleared each course quickly as we finished it, and the meal pacing is such that Nori can keep up with you, even if he's making all six counter dishes and all 12 table dishes at once. It's kind of like a maestro orchestra, but he has plenty of helpers - at least two wait staff, and an additional one or two sous chefs that are handling the auxiliary things around him. Food: while the meal was overall satisfying and filling, there was no standout highlight, or any particular dish that disappointed. It wasn't "meh", but it didn't really wow either the missus or I. I'm sure it'll be forgettable in a few weeks, which is the main reason for 4 stars - it's a bit more pricey than I'd expect for something this high quality. It qualifies for top 10 Omakase / Kaiseki in Seattle by nature of having high end ingredients and baseline high service quality, but those are table stakes given the competition.. The Miyazaki A5 wagyu was genuinely a decent portion size, but given that I've had it before, I guess maybe I expected a deeper flavour profile? The dish that I enjoyed the novelty the most was the Shabu Shabu king salmon - being able to eat sashimi-grade King salmon that you dip into boiling hot soup was a fun treat that definitely elevated the fattiness in the taste profile. Drinks: besides water, the missus ordered the hot hojicha tea, and I got the seasonal sake flight for $39. It was a decent selection, but it was heavily overpriced for the quality of sake and the amount you got. At most I'd expect to pay $25 for four 2oz pours, especially since one overlaps with Ltd Edition (kokuryu - black dragon). Verdict: it's lower half of the top 10 in Seattle - but it's still worth going if you want to celebrate something with high quality service and ingredients. I personally probably wouldn't do the $250 version again, but I'd be interested in doing the other ones. We both enjoyed ourselves - but idk if it's worth $700 for two people (service charge of 20% is added, plus tax...), so take that for what you will. Fun coincidence: all three couples seated at the counter when we were there were celebrating an anniversary - 11th for the farther couple, and 18th for the couple next to us. So for what it's worth - this place is definitely a destination for those that want to celebrate something.

Hi Life is a definite must-visit on Bainbridge that is on par with some of my favorite spots in the…read morecity. They have a large but not overwhelming menu, with daily specials that are worth perusing. My friends and I came for lunch right after getting off the ferry, and were pretty hungry. I had the islander bento, which was a special that day, and included chowder, area 206 curry, crab salad, seaweed salad, and a chef's choice poke on rice. Two friends had the tofu poke bowl, and one had the house udon with sukiyaki beef. We were all really happy with our food, and I want to point out how awesome it is that they have a vegetarian option in the tofu poke bowl that is actually tasty and satisfying for the vegetarians. My friend who had the udon said it was really flavorful and that the beef was tender and delicious. I loved everything in my bento and think it's a great way to try a bunch of different items. The chef's choice poke was a mayo based tuna poke, and while I usually go for the more shoyu sauce-based pokes, I actually really liked this one. I did not feel like the sauce overpowered the fresh flavor of the fish. Service was friendly and fast, and they have some seating inside and quite a bit of seating outside. I think the concept is really cool and the food is great. I also love me a highball so I want to try one of those next time.

Hi Life is a Hawaiian/Japanese restaurant on Bainbridge Island with both "inside" and outside…read moreseating. This was my first time visiting the island and my main motive was to try the Poke Sho-Ka-Do Box at Hi Life. The Hi-Life's signature poke sampler box contains eight types of poke (three varieties of ahi and Atlantic salmon, one scallop, and one tako). Before arriving, I had no idea that it would be $40.00. I ordered it regardless because I still wanted it. It was quite unfortunate that this does not come with a side of rice. You need to order rice separately, which I ended up not doing and regret. Honestly, the fish quality was okay. I was overwhelmed with how much sauce the fish were drowned in. It really gave me the ick after eating it for a while. I ate it all because I knew it would not be ideal to save any to eat later since it was hot outside and I was planning to be on the island for a few hours.