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Kashiwagi

4.7 (157 reviews)

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Baojia D.

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.

Nigiri
Mia H.

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.

Janet R.

So sad they closed. Cheers to retirement! I sure will miss their delicious, fresh sushi.

Sushi rolls
Jojo N.

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.

Asian beer ;)
Ben C.

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.

Lunch combo C
Kim L.

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.

14 Piece Nigiri
Devin R.

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.

Tempura Combo
Dexter D.

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.

Chirashi bowl
Steven N.

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

12 Piece Nigiri, 14 piece Nigri, and chirashi bowl
Janan D.

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.

A pot of green tea for two for $2.
Julie P.

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.

Decor and stuff to buy
Kenton B.

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

12 Piece Nigiri 5 Kind Sashimi
Ly H.

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.

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