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I am truly sad this place is closing the end of this year. It's been wonderful experiencing this place for the final time. This place has been a hit for the past 5 years and the owners and employees have been very friendly to us. I appreciate what the restaurant has brought to us and the food was spectacular. The restaurant was small but we were able to get a seat at the beginning of opening. We will never forget this place and the atmosphere it brought to the PNW. Thank you and we will all miss you. Arigato and wish you all the best in your next journey.
A great local spot for fresh and big pieces of sushi! When I came here, it was a bit busy, so I enjoyed the sushi outside (thankfully, it was a warmer day haha). Staff was very friendly and service was good. We ordered a variety of nigiri and two rolls. The portions were HUGE and the fish was pretty fresh. We definitely over-ordered but everything was delicious. Would definitely come back.
Food was good, waitress was nice. We sat outside which is situated next to the dumpster though which is not the nicest. Prices are very affordable for Portland area. Fish tasted fresh. There is one bathroom for customers (which is pretty good considering it's such a small store). I would come back for sure.
It's arguably the grungiest sushi spot in PDX. The locale is not ideal with trash dumpsters right next to the few picnic tables for outdoor seating. The neighboring grocery store attracts passerbys that are uncomfortable. Indoor is cramped and really cramped. Decor is a sort of mess mixed with supplies lacking storage. The kitchen is inches away and clamouring is the background music. Service ~ probably what they could afford is a single young person hustling all the tables. Dressed like a teen but serves like a pro. The mannerisms is high polite Japanese level. One of the few spots where tips are well deserved. They always say thank you as you leave. Sushi simple ~ fresh & thick cuts. No fancy sauces. Touch of mayo. And most importantly, perfect rice texture. Japanese street style, great price point, family owned authentic. Repeat customers.
With crazy inflated food prices these days it's a gem when you find a restaurant that provides quality food and value. The lunch combo C was around $16 and came with 14 pieces of sushi. The quality of the rice and fish tasted fair for the price. Interior space feels like an unassuming but quirky curated hole-in-the-wall restaurant. This place is great for a quick and affordable meal.
On our 4-day visit to Portland, we were still craving more sushi, so we looked on yelp and found Kashiwagi. One of our major criteria was that every restaurant we went to had to allow dogs since we had the Princess with us. It was a perfect day for dining al fresco, not too hot, not too cold, not windy. They have three picnic style tables in front of the restaurant. Service was very good. Any questions that we had that the server did not know the answer to, she went inside and got us an answer. Our bounty included: Mentaiko Potato Salad - 3 - was okay but more of an American Potato Salad than a Japanese one. I was told that there wasn't enough Mentaiko (Pollock Roe) Kinpara - 4 - Very tasty. More sesame seeds could have upped the score to 5. Agedashi Tofu - 3 - We prefer a more robust sauce, and we missed our bonito flakes. Tempura Combo - 5 - Lightly battered and delicious! Lunch Combo C - 4 - A wonderful selection nigiri and your choice of one of three rolls to choose from (3 pieces). The cuts of fish were generous and delicious. I would have enjoyed it even more if the rice had been half the size with the same size fish. One thing that I noticed was the rice kept falling apart. Hamachi Kama - 4 - Usually broiled, this one appeared to be deep fried. It was clean and tasty though, without an abundance of oil. Usually served with a ponzu/soy sauce, this one was served naked but it was very good. Saba Ginger Roll - 4 - Saba is not my kind of fish but it was given a good score. Plenty of mackerel and the right amount of vinegar add flavor but not be overwhelming. Japanese Veggie Roll - 5 - Excellent flavors and execution. Ika Nigiri - 5 - Great texture and flavor. Ikura - 4 - For whatever reason, the Ikura didn't have as much flavor as we had expected. Overall, this was an excellent meal and we would definitely return in the future.
This a hidden gem! The restaurant itself is small and in the same building as a Plaid Pantry - but when you walk in it is cute, inviting, and smells great. The staff are friendly, hard working, and the food came out quickly. All of the fish on the nigiri and sashimi plates are tender, fresh and flavorful - the salmon and seared salmon were particularly delicious! The spicy scallop roll was also wonderfully fresh, creamy, and had just the right amount of spice. They also have a nice sake and beer selection.
The HIGHS: - My go-tos are the sashimi plate, chirashi bowl, or the lunch sets - Fish cuts are solid quality for the price and nicely presented - chirashi bowl is a VERY good deal - Local business owned by a older Japanese couple - Small intimate setting creates a nice atmosphere The MIDS: - I wish the fish was colder, sometimes it comes out room temperature-ish - Very busy during dinner time with limited sitting The LOWS: - None :) CONCLUSION: - Lowkey hole in the wall place with solid sushi for the price with mom and pop vibes
This place is a vibe. Gets crowded for dinner. It so good. the fish slices were HUGE! Look at the salmon ones. AND it's incredibly affordable, especially in this day and age where everything feels so expensive. The 12 piece was filling and just around $15. And that chirashi bowl, jammed packed with fish and below is a ton of rice!!!! They serve asahi, which is just the right kind of beer to go with this meal. This is a sweet mom and pop shop. Seriously a hidden gem.
I came back for lunch and the quality is still exactly the same. The food is delicious, the owners are always smiling and kind, yet the prices are still reasonable. The place looks exactly the same with the cozy hole in the wall vibes. I definitely love the decor of little Japanese treats you can buy. Still highly recommend this place! 11/10 rating
We love this place. Before COVID Kashi was over near our place (Terwilliger Plaza built their newest tower on our block). We were THRILLED to find his new location here, a simple bus ride away. You might be a bit worried by the location & ambience, but fear not! Anything you order will be skillfully and beautifully served. And the flavor & freshness match or exceed other classier joints. We always order the oyster hand roll, the seared salmon, and (when available; they go fast) the fried salmon collar. Who else will give you a pot of green tea for $2?? So run don't walk over here. Tell Kashi that Julie & David sent you.
Really tasty sushi. This is the type of location you would walk right by unexpectedly, tucked right by a Plaid Pantry. It's not very large but the people working there were very nice. Felt authentic, decent tables, will be returning.
I had to check this place out since I heard it was closing. Parking is limited and difficult to find. Expect an hour or so wait. There's not many tables only a few tables outside with no heating and a few inside good for small groups of 4 at the most. The noise level is average. Chirashi sushi deluxe (5/5): absolutely amazing. Each piece of fish was thick and fresh. The texture was perfect. I love the salmon pieces as there's was a good mix of fatty and lean pieces. The rice was so yummy too. The furikake added that extra bit of umami. Umai! Tap to pay is accepted. It makes me sad to see this place go. Overall, Kashiwagi has some delicious sushi and fish at reasonable prices. The wait is long but food is unmatched. I wish the owners a joyful retirement! Thank you for serving the past 15 years. read more
I am truly sad this place is closing the end of this year. It's been wonderful experiencing this place for the final time. This place has been a hit for the past 5 years and the owners and employees have been very friendly to us. I appreciate what the restaurant has brought to us and the food was spectacular. The restaurant was small but we were able to get a seat at the beginning of opening. We will never forget this place and the atmosphere it brought to the PNW. Thank you and we will all miss you. Arigato and wish you all the best in your next journey. read more
A great local spot for fresh and big pieces of sushi! When I came here, it was a bit busy, so I enjoyed the sushi outside (thankfully, it was a warmer day haha). Staff was very friendly and service was good. We ordered a variety of nigiri and two rolls. The portions were HUGE and the fish was pretty fresh. We definitely over-ordered but everything was delicious. Would definitely come back. read more
Food was good, waitress was nice. We sat outside which is situated next to the dumpster though which is not the nicest. Prices are very affordable for Portland area. Fish tasted fresh. There is one bathroom for customers (which is pretty good considering it's such a small store). I would come back for sure. read more
9 months ago
It's arguably the grungiest sushi spot in PDX. The locale is not ideal with trash dumpsters right next to the few picnic tables for outdoor seating. The neighboring grocery store attracts passerbys that are uncomfortable. Indoor is cramped and really cramped. Decor is a sort of mess mixed with supplies lacking storage. The kitchen is inches away and clamouring is the background music. Service ~ probably what they could afford is a single young person hustling all the tables. Dressed like a teen but serves like a pro. The mannerisms is high polite Japanese level. One of the few spots where tips are well deserved. They always say thank you as you leave. Sushi simple ~ fresh & thick cuts. No fancy sauces. Touch of mayo. And most importantly, perfect rice texture. Japanese street style, great price point, family owned authentic. Repeat customers. read more
With crazy inflated food prices these days it's a gem when you find a restaurant that provides quality food and value. The lunch combo C was around $16 and came with 14 pieces of sushi. The quality of the rice and fish tasted fair for the price. Interior space feels like an unassuming but quirky curated hole-in-the-wall restaurant. This place is great for a quick and affordable meal. read more
10 months ago
On our 4-day visit to Portland, we were still craving more sushi, so we looked on yelp and found Kashiwagi. One of our major criteria was that every restaurant we went to had to allow dogs since we had the Princess with us. It was a perfect day for dining al fresco, not too hot, not too cold, not windy. They have three picnic style tables in front of the restaurant. Service was very good. Any questions that we had that the server did not know the answer to, she went inside and got us an answer. Our bounty included: Mentaiko Potato Salad - 3 - was okay but more of an American Potato Salad than a Japanese one. I was told that there wasn't enough Mentaiko (Pollock Roe) Kinpara - 4 - Very tasty. More sesame seeds could have upped the score to 5. Agedashi Tofu - 3 - We prefer a more robust sauce, and we missed our bonito flakes. Tempura Combo - 5 - Lightly battered and delicious! Lunch Combo C - 4 - A wonderful selection nigiri and your choice of one of three rolls to choose from (3 pieces). The cuts of fish were generous and delicious. I would have enjoyed it even more if the rice had been half the size with the same size fish. One thing that I noticed was the rice kept falling apart. Hamachi Kama - 4 - Usually broiled, this one appeared to be deep fried. It was clean and tasty though, without an abundance of oil. Usually served with a ponzu/soy sauce, this one was served naked but it was very good. Saba Ginger Roll - 4 - Saba is not my kind of fish but it was given a good score. Plenty of mackerel and the right amount of vinegar add flavor but not be overwhelming. Japanese Veggie Roll - 5 - Excellent flavors and execution. Ika Nigiri - 5 - Great texture and flavor. Ikura - 4 - For whatever reason, the Ikura didn't have as much flavor as we had expected. Overall, this was an excellent meal and we would definitely return in the future. read more
This a hidden gem! The restaurant itself is small and in the same building as a Plaid Pantry - but when you walk in it is cute, inviting, and smells great. The staff are friendly, hard working, and the food came out quickly. All of the fish on the nigiri and sashimi plates are tender, fresh and flavorful - the salmon and seared salmon were particularly delicious! The spicy scallop roll was also wonderfully fresh, creamy, and had just the right amount of spice. They also have a nice sake and beer selection. read more
The HIGHS: - My go-tos are the sashimi plate, chirashi bowl, or the lunch sets - Fish cuts are solid quality for the price and nicely presented - chirashi bowl is a VERY good deal - Local business owned by a older Japanese couple - Small intimate setting creates a nice atmosphere The MIDS: - I wish the fish was colder, sometimes it comes out room temperature-ish - Very busy during dinner time with limited sitting The LOWS: - None :) CONCLUSION: - Lowkey hole in the wall place with solid sushi for the price with mom and pop vibes read more
This place is a vibe. Gets crowded for dinner. It so good. the fish slices were HUGE! Look at the salmon ones. AND it's incredibly affordable, especially in this day and age where everything feels so expensive. The 12 piece was filling and just around $15. And that chirashi bowl, jammed packed with fish and below is a ton of rice!!!! They serve asahi, which is just the right kind of beer to go with this meal. This is a sweet mom and pop shop. Seriously a hidden gem. read more
2 years ago
I came back for lunch and the quality is still exactly the same. The food is delicious, the owners are always smiling and kind, yet the prices are still reasonable. The place looks exactly the same with the cozy hole in the wall vibes. I definitely love the decor of little Japanese treats you can buy. Still highly recommend this place! 11/10 rating read more
2 years ago
We love this place. Before COVID Kashi was over near our place (Terwilliger Plaza built their newest tower on our block). We were THRILLED to find his new location here, a simple bus ride away. You might be a bit worried by the location & ambience, but fear not! Anything you order will be skillfully and beautifully served. And the flavor & freshness match or exceed other classier joints. We always order the oyster hand roll, the seared salmon, and (when available; they go fast) the fried salmon collar. Who else will give you a pot of green tea for $2?? So run don't walk over here. Tell Kashi that Julie & David sent you. read more
Really tasty sushi. This is the type of location you would walk right by unexpectedly, tucked right by a Plaid Pantry. It's not very large but the people working there were very nice. Felt authentic, decent tables, will be returning. read more
1 year ago
The staff were always pleasant even when the place was packed. A gem and a hole in a wall place with great service and of course, great food! read more
1 year ago
The best deal on sushi I've had in a long time. Hole in the wall spot (nestled by a Plaid Pantry) that gets really busy. Wait was kind of a mood to sit outside at the picnic tables with a pot of tea while the rain dumped. Fish was delish - I shall be returning. read more
2 years ago
We decided to try Kashiwagi because it's very local to us and had fantastic ratings on both Yelp and Google--and it did not disappoint! We arrived on a Friday around 6:30 PM and were surprised to find a short wait, but that's understandable given how small the restaurant is. Seating is limited, so I wouldn't recommend coming with a group larger than five or six. We ordered the salmon nigiri plate, a salmon hand roll, the scallop hand roll, and the scallop nigiri. The portions were impressively generous, and the quality of the fish was much better than we expected for the price! The chef even surprised us with an extra nigiri piece, which was such a nice touch. One small downside was that some of the rice on the nigiri fell apart as we picked up the pieces, likely because the chef was a bit rushed. However, this didn't take away from how delicious and affordable everything was. For all the sushi we ordered, we left feeling full and very happy. The service was warm and attentive, and the ambiance has a cozy, small restaurant vibe. I've never seen nigiri with such a generous cut of fish before--it's definitely worth trying if you're local or looking for a spot with quality sushi at an amazing value. We'll absolutely be returning for the convenience, affordability, and fresh flavors. read more
5 stars for knockout hole-in-the-wall mom and pop sushi! Sure, the bathroom may not have been rennovated in many many years, but the food here is great and hits the spot for sushi without leaving your wallet empty. The sushi rice is on point - perfectly vinegar seasoned - and that in Portland sadly seems hard to find. They have lunch special deals and different bento combos if you're not feeling sushi. When we visited, we opted for a few different orders of nigiri, a seared Saba battera, and real crab California roll. Their portions are generous, maybe leaning towards a little too much rice, but it's good stuff. We also got greedy and ordered the mentaiko potato salad which was super creamy and addictive, as well as the nimono vegetables which were just right and homey. Our server was attentive and spoke Japanese which was a plus. I can understand why this place was so busy as soon as they ordered at noon. read more
Kashiwagi is a hole in the wall tucked away in a corner from the bustling streets (division st haha). It is true hidden gem for sushi enthusiasts. When I'm craving sushi but don't want to spend a lot of money, this is my go to spot. I've been here many times and each visit reaffirms their commitment to freshness and quality. The price is amazing for the amount of food you get. We always end up ordering too much with leftovers to take home. I recommend their chirashi bowl and negi hama roll. Rice is well seasoned and fish is always fresh. They also have daily specials. Not pictured but we had their hamachi Kama and it was crunchy on the inside and moist on the inside. Sometimes we wait a little while for our food but overall the service is friendly and good. The location is small with limited parking (like there's 2-3 parking spaces). It's tucked in between two busy streets but I'm sure there's more parking in the neighborhood streets read more
One of my friends introduced me to this restaurant and I'm glad that she did! This sushi spot is a hidden gem! The sushi here is absolutely out of this world--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I ordered the nigiri 12 piece. The taste was unbelievable, and makes you want more. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but they have outdoor seating, which makes for a nice, casual vibe. I also tried the beer, and it was surprisingly good--definitely added to the experience. The service was great. I'll be back for sure! read more
2 years ago
Food was so amazing, prices were unbelievable for the quality of food you get and the service was awesome. I love small places because it feels like you're in their home. Very cozy and friendly ambiance. read more
The Deluxe Chirashi Bowl is a must-try. The assortment of fish is fresh and delicious, atop a bed of rice seasoned with Furikake. The portion is very generous. The service is excellent. Great for groups or dates. Indoor and outdoor seating are available. This place is quite popular. Be prepared for a worthwhile wait, especially on the weekends. read more
2 years ago
My GF and I visited on 2/19/25. This is a wonderful restaurant! I ordered salmon nigiri, spicy salmon, miso, and salad. GF Ordered teriyaki salmon and California roll. The salmon nigiri was flavorful and of excellent quality. I liked their spicy salmon, as it wasn't just a shot of sriracha. It actually is a spicy mayo and flavorful. I liked the miso as well, which normally it's just "ok" at other restaurants. This actually had some flavor to it! The salad had a sesame soy dressing on it and was delicious. GF's Salmon was cooked to perfection, flavorful and she loved it. We're definitely coming back! The total bill was $44 which is an amazing value for what you get, and we were sure to tip well! read more
4 years ago
I almost don't want to write this review because I kind of want to keep this place secret for my own selfish reasons. Kashiwagi is SPECTACULAR, and somehow dirt cheap at the same time. You won't find culinary works of art that are so pretty you almost don't want to eat them. You won't find a luxurious interior with fancy ambiance. You won't find fancy tableware with intricate designs. What you will find is a perfectly-sized menu that covers ALL of the bases, local and incredibly fresh ingredients, and excellent and prompt service. You'll also find picnic tables outside since the interior is tiny. I came here with one of my great friends with whom I go out for sushi, a LOT. She was also blown away with how great everything was, with how abundant portion sizes were, and how fresh and inexpensive everything is. Even without the fancy tableware and fancy decorations, I still have no idea how they can possibly have such low prices in the first place, let alone for such GREAT quality and freshness!!!! Kashiwagi honestly seems too good to be true on that front. We will definitely be back again, and can't wait to try their tempura and other offerings. They have lots of izakaya-type items on the menu as well. Particularly great were the weekly special local tuna hand rolls (two for $5.00). These were easily one of the most delicious and fresh things I've ever had. The salmon nigiri sampler was insanely great (especially the seared pieces), and an outright steal at $16 (for 12 pieces). Kashiwagi is just fantastic, a rare and precious gem that is just wonderful. I can't wait for my next trip! read more
This is my second time at Kashiwagi, and I am still floored by how much you get and how good the sushi is for the price you pay. I didn't want to write a review after my first time here in hopes of keeping this spot a secret. The fish is so fresh and the rice to fish ratio in these nigiri is perfect. Rice is well seasoned and not overcooked, as I often find at other sushi restaurants. I ordered their lunch special sushi set c which came with 12 pieces of nigiri and 3 pieces of either a cucumber roll, salmon avocado roll, or creamy spicy tuna roll. This set was less than $20! There is both indoor and outdoor seating, but the space is pretty small so it's not great for huge parties. The parking lot is also quite small; it's shared with another store and there are only about 7-8 parking spaces. I believe there is plenty of street parking nearby though! The service here is super quick and friendly. We waited no more than 20-30 minutes for our food, even with a mostly full house. My second time here was just as enjoyable as the first! If you're in the area, be sure to check out Kashiwagi! read more
I may regret writing this review as word is spreading about this place. It is possibly the most affordable option for high quality sushi in the Portland area at the moment. Food is good, fresh and affordable. The restaurant is small so hopefully I'll still be able to come in at some point and not have to wait a long time. I usually get the Chirashi bowls but, have tried various nigiri/rolls here as well. Besides, their pickled mackarel in the Chirashi I enjoy everything here. read more
What a gem! We were in the neighborhood and decided to stop by because it was close enough to where we parked. There is indoor and outdoor seating. There was a slight wait for food to come out (30-40 minutes) when we arrived, but we were not in a rush so opted to stay. So glad we stayed because the food here did not disappoint! We ordered the karage, spicy scallop hand roll, fried oyster hand roll, albacore tuna nigiri, and the salmon special (comes with 3 types of salmon nigiri). The karage was the first to come out. While it was delicious, I don't think I would get it next time because there are so many other things to try on the menu! Don't get me wrong, it is still very good. Next came the tuna albacore nigiri and two hand rolls. I loved that everything was incredibly fresh, and you could tell it was just made and brought out. Good rice to fish ratio. For the hand rolls, you can get them as regular rolls cut into 6 pieces. The final dish to arrive is the salmon special under the nigiri section. The 3 types are seared salmon, coho salmon, and salmon. Each piece melts in your mouth and all have a very distinct flavor. I highly recommend getting this if you enjoy salmon. The wait time for food was long but well worth it in my opinion because you could tell the food was individually crafted with care. You can order online as well, which can be nice if you don't want to wait in the restaurant for your food. I cannot wait to come back and try all of the other menu offerings! There is a wide variety of nigiri, sashimi, rice bowls, rolls, and bento boxes. read more
Affordable and delicious sushi! I usually get the uni, eel, seared salmon, & salmon nigiri. You get 3 pieces per order (although it says 2 on the menu) and they all taste amazing. One order of Uni comes with 2 pieces and it's only 8 bucks. The spicy scallop and eel hand rolls were also good, but wouldn't recommend since the seaweed was really soft/chewy. There's usually only one server in this small shop and she's great. read more
Like I have written in past reviews... always find the BEST restaurants in small strip malls. Kashiwagi is no different Yelpers... definitely a hidden gem and the sushi is great. Mom and Pop owned and always service with a smile. I highly recommend this sushi spot to any and all who are in the area. So let it be written... So let it be EATEN. read more
5 years ago
Such a hidden gem! Located next door to a Plaid Pantry, in a tiny shop with only a handful of tables, Kashiwagi serves up great quality sushi at crazy cheap prices. Why go to a sushi belt and spend the same or even more on rolls and nigiri/sashimi when you can come to an actual sit-down/service restaurant for the same price but get more bang for your buck both quantity and quality-wise! We got a load of things to try when we visited, including a plate of different nigiri, lots of handrolls, and a specialty and basic roll. The handrolls are the perfect size and come in a pair - we got 4 orders so 8 HRs total, and they were delicious! The nigiri pieces are also MASSIVE and thickly cut!! No complaints on anything we had. The hot tea is also amazing, and they're really good about checking in to make sure you have everything you need. This is a must-try in my book! Don't let the exterior of the restaurant deter you (I know I was a little skeptical at first seeing the folks hanging outside the Plaid). The servers and chefs are both so sweet and welcoming, and it feels great to support such a homey establishment. read more
5 years ago
Small mom and pop sushi spot, serving some of the freshest fish in Portland. They are open for indoor dining, but very limited in space. Be prepared to wait as I said, it's a mom and pop, but you won't be disappointed. The hand rolls are my favorite! Honestly recommend ordering Togo to by pass the wait. read more
3 years ago
Japanese family run Sushi restaurant! Top notch hand made fresh sushi. We have been coming here for years and have never been disappointed. You can taste the love in every bite. The service is kind and gentle. Like any amazing restaurant in Portland sometimes you will have to be patient and wait for your indulgence. read more
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