Went with my mom right after she came back from Japan. She told me we were going to eat sushi from…read morea place that was as authentic as the sushi she had been eating for the past three weeks while traveling. You will need to call ahead and set up a reservation due to the high demand and few seats. We ordered the Chef's Choice Sushi Course (5 course / 19 piece meal). The assortment consisted of assorted nigiri sushi. Each round that came out had a nice presentation and all tasted delicious with its own individual flavor. The sushi was all fresh and high quality meat. Plain and simple. Some of the best sushi I had ever eaten.

THE BIG: Located in Belltown and the sushi spot to try in that area. Interior is actually pretty…read morelarge, the door is pretty heavy so be aware to use a little more oomph when opening/closing. Street parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: My wife and I were craving sushi and we couldn't leave our baby behind, so I went to Shiro's to get some sushi on the go! I got the 19 piece omakase to-go (x2 for my wife). Tons of variety with the fish and it was very fun eating them. They weren't small slices of fish either. My favorite was the toro, unagi and uni. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, this to-go omakase was around $200. Fresh fish and a happy, full belly. Definitely recommend trying this place if you want an omakase to go!

Super great, totally the highlight of our food trip…read more So many dishes we didn't expect. Service: great, our lovely person was willing to have a conversation about how much food we ordered, as we were unsure about how much to get for a party of 5 and traveling--leftovers isn't a viable option. I will say, there are way too many nice folks clearing and not enough coverage for the tables. So order and then don't expect them to return for a minute, but not an issue, just an observation. Food: FANTASTIC! Nice free edamame to start! From soup to sushi, super great--the tempura is on point--no basic dishes here, only the very best. Seriously, I love salmon roe, and this was the best I've had, better than Kashiba (and that's saying a lot, if from the same provider, I'm just an idiot), wow!!! The fish liver was a little miss for me, but you don't see it a lot, and glad to try. Rolls, generous and perfect. Grilled fish--omg, Nobu has nothing on this, and at least half the price maybe (don't quote on that), and super nice size. We needed two orders of the seafood dumplings! All scallop and shrimp (as I recall) no filler. We'll be back from Portland just for these, money! Atmosphere: it's loud, and I mean loud, but it's the thing there, intentional and more of a "we didn't expect it" not a ding at all, people are having a great time and a vibrant place. I will say, if I came here again, we'd book the tatami room for a little separation as we are a larger and older group. Would recommend to anyone and super great prices!! Not to give too much away, but, 5 people stuffed on 5-Star food and maybe a little tipsy for around 50 bucks a person--in these times, yes!!!!

*Reservations are highly recommended*…read more The lobby and waiting area have one large and one short bench. After being called in, you walk down a short hallway and get seated. We chose the counter seats after waiting for 40 minutes in the lobby and was told it may be another 30 min to get a table. However, I strongly advise against them unless you're planning a quick lunch. The seats are extremely uncomfortable, and people constantly walk past you. Food we ordered: * Crispy rice sampler: A-OK. The tuna is chopped and smothered in spicy mayo and masago * Ahi tuna poke: Recommended! * Ora king salmon sashimi: Decent, kind of fishy though * Filet mignon plate: A-OK but not very filling * Ponyo roll: A-OK * Umi house roll: Would not recommend * Ginger chicken plate: Very salty and does not come with rice The ambiance here is moody and dark, with multiple seating options including a bar, sushi bar, main area, and semi-private floor seating. The food was decent, and the service was fine. The turnaround from ordering to receiving the food was relatively quick, taking about 10-15 minutes. Considering the quality of the food I experienced, their happy hour might be more worthwhile. However, at regular prices, I don't think it's a good deal.

I've been coming to Momiji for years and it's always such a good spot! I especially love coming for…read morehappy hour. I typically get the short ribs, calamari, and some kind of sushi roll I'm always switching up which roll I order. The space itself is so cute and aesthetic. It's perfect if you want a chill lunch with your friends, and definitely cute enough to get some good pictures while you're there. I've been coming back for years for a reason. The food, happy hour, and atmosphere never disappoint!

Stopped in for happy hour with some friends. Lots of options on the menu but still a bit on the…read morepricey side. We got there with an hour left on HH on a Wednesday night with no reservation and got seated pretty quickly. 1/5 Edamame came out cold and needed more salt - although complementary it should really come out hot 3/5 Bad boy 3/5 Crunch Seattle 3/5 Crunch cali 3/5 Seaweed salad Not a huge fan of the fried rolls. It was probably our fault, as we ordered three instead of getting a variety. The seaweed salad was topped on some greens which I would've just preferred the seaweed without it. Just a chill nice place. Cute garden in the middle and there's plenty of seating in the back.

We first heard about Sushi Kashiba during a food tour of Pike Place Market. Our tour guide…read morementioned that it is widely considered one of the best sushi restaurants in Seattle. Since my wife and I love sushi and were flying back home to LA the following morning, I immediately reserved a table for us at the restaurant for that same evening. Sushi Kashiba is known for its omakase, or chef's choice dinner. However, we went with the set tasting menu called "Peak" since we're not fans of surprises. The Peak option included 14 pieces of nigiri sushi, a cup of salmon roe garnished with wasabi, a fried shrimp head, 2 maki rolls, a light sashimi salad, and miso soup. Additionally, we ordered the tempura set which came with shrimp and assorted vegetables. We came here with high expectations, and this place did not disappoint. Every piece of sushi was a work of art-fresh and perfectly prepared. I've never had toro, tamago, and eel this good. And I've been to some highly regarded sushi restaurants in LA. I even enjoyed the shrimp head. It was crunchy and incredibly delicious. This isn't your typical neighborhood sushi spot. It's a high-end establishment that serves nothing but the best the world has to offer. For that privilege, it's going to cost you. The damage for our meal was over $450. And that was without any alcohol. However, it was totally worth it. I would most definitely come back here again if I were to ever return to the Emerald City.

Omakase at the counter is a great experience, even if you're surrounded by other tourists and a few…read morehigh-end sushi novices (you won't get a Tiger Roll here). The seafood is fresh, as expected, and whether you're working with the head chef or one of the apprentices, you're going to get a great meal at half the price of what you'd pay for a similar vibe in California. I wouldn't eat here if not committing to the omakase (or the chef's counter), but try to arrive earlier for the better seats (even with a reservation). The progression of the meal is something unique; they pair some of the fish together so you get to experience different flavors concurrently, which I thought was very clever.

I took it as a very fortuitous sign that Sugo only has Omakase on Thursdays and my birthday just so…read morehappened to be on one this year. And boy oh boy was it an absolutely slam dunk! This was our first ever omakase and we were simply blown away. The fish quality was out of this world and I really appreciated the variety throughout the courses. I also didn't realize at time of booking this was a global/fusion experience so this was a very welcome, serendipitous surprise for me and my husband, who love exploring global flavors. There were more traditional bites as well, which I appreciated because while I thought I despised wasabi, turns out I only hate the fake stuff and actually quite enjoy the real thing. The omakase is also offered at a very accessible price point and can't be beat for value. We did opt into the premium add-ons, and while they were fantastic, the regular courses are enough to standalone. We're already planning return visits in our future with family and friends!

The hand rolls were delicious and refreshing. I would highly recommend for a lunch spot. The rolls…read morewere made in front of us at a good pace. The restaurant itself is modern and looks clean. My friend wasn't able to join us but was interested in trying some rolls. I spoke to our server and the response was "we don't do to go." I was really disappointed to not be able to share, I do wish that to go was offered as that would've made the experience that much better.

Wish I could give more than 5 stars!! OMG, this place was so aesthetically pleasing.. and perfect…read morefor Seattle weather. Welcoming staff and the happy hour menu was a nice surprise. Our server Elle was absolutely spot on with given us amazing options for drinks and for suggesting dishes. She also made the drinks and just WOW! Had the sake sangria , then tried the Sundress and that was just outstanding, also tried the other whiskey cocktail on their menu..but the Sundress paired especially with the Madrid moon sushi is just Outstanding! Do try it and do as for Elle to make your drinks, she's the BEST!! We ordered the calamari, the best as it was not too oily and had greens as well, a good balance.. the sushi was outstanding as well, I could have ordered a non fried one as that wasn't my favourite (but that was on me) the Bad Boy.. the salmon wrap was nice as well, but the Madrid Moon sushi - that was a pleasant surprise for sure, being a sushi snob I've never had this on before and it just took me out, tooo good!!! Do come here!

I stopped by Japonessa for a late dinner and it was a decent experience, let's dive in…read more.. Ambiance - The inside is nicely decorated and had a slightly upscale vibe, but you don't have to dress up to eat here. They can accommodate groups both big and small and have a bar area for people looking to dine quickly. Service - The service was solid! Friendly staff, helpful, and they were quick to refill my water or answer any questions. Best part of my visit I'd say! Food - Perhaps it's what I ordered, but the sushi roll I got just didn't do it for me. It tasted somewhat bland and the fish didn't taste fresh to me. I believe it was the Mexican Ninja roll. It was good enough to eat, but probably one of the more underwhelming rolls I've had in my sushi life. Overall, I think this place is worth checking out because the ambiance and service were top notch. I may have just shown up on a bad night. I would come back and try something else if I ever found myself back in the area.

Seattle Restaurant Week done right! For $35, you get two incredible dinner menu options that are…read moreboth excellent in their own way. The Miso Black Cod with Kabocha Cream Udon is super rich, creamy, and flavorful, while the King Salmon and Negitoro Don is so fresh and comes with delicious handrolls on the side. To top it off, the parfait for dessert was perfectly sweet, creamy, and the best way to end the meal!

While sometimes not being a "traditional" Japanese restaurant is not a big deal, you can tell some…read moreof the items were a bit lacking due to it. With that said, the happy hour menu is still made it worth to stop for in terms of simply the price. I came here for the happy hour and got the whiskey flight and while I'm here I also got the RONDO DELUXE BENTO . It did get super busy as I was finishing my happy hour so I think a lot of people already know about the happy hour. The whiskey flight was definitely worth it since usually your typical drink is already around 15-20 and I got a good amount of whiskey from the flight and it was 3 flight glasses. RONDO DELUXE BENTO , it just felt like the karage was not that amazing and it lacked something. I'm not sure...but maybe it's their batter cause even the other fried fish's taste just felt like it was off(not in the sense that it was unedible type) but it just lacked something that I can't put my finger on. So in terms of the taste of the food, I just felt it was pretty mediocre but the amount of food was pretty good for HH.

Loved this DIY sushi concept! You choose what you want and pay by the pound, similar to frozen…read moreyogurt. Fair warning if you eat with your eyes--everything looks so good, it's easy to get carried away! The quality was great, and they seemed to replenish the sushi regularly, which made everything look fresh. We were visiting with our baby, so being able to pick our food and enjoy it quickly made the whole experience so easy compared to a sit-down sushi restaurant. We were also pleasantly surprised by how quickly seats opened up. One heads-up for families: we didn't see a stroller ramp, so keep that in mind when visiting. Definitely a place we'd come back to whenever we're in Seattle. Hoping more spots like this make their way to the Bay Area!

Fob Sushi Bar is so good! I think it's such a fun concept because you can pick whatever sushi you…read morewant without having to commit to an entire roll, so you get to try a little bit of everything. The sushi is priced by weight, and it can be pretty affordable just be mindful of how much you're adding because it can definitely add up. Everything I tried tasted fresh, and the fish seemed really good quality. I also noticed the staff consistently cleaning and putting out fresh rolls, which I really appreciated. It made me feel better knowing the sushi wasn't just sitting out forever. Overall, such a fun and affordable way to try a bunch of different sushi!

Maneki was easily one of the coolest dining experiences we had in Seattle. We were lucky enough to…read moresit in one of the tatami rooms, and taking our shoes off and sitting together in the traditional space made the entire meal feel so special and authentic. The service was fantastic. Every single person who came to our table was incredibly kind and attentive, and everything came out surprisingly quickly despite how much we ordered. And the food was delicious! We tried the sashimi, a couple of udon dishes, the charred fish, tofu, edamame, and honestly a few other dishes I'm probably forgetting because we ordered so much. We also had the hot tea, which was wonderful. Everything we tried was impressive. More than anything, though, Maneki felt like an experience rather than just a dinner. Our whole family loved it, including the kids, and it's one of those meals we'll be talking about for a long time. Absolutely worth visiting, and somewhere we would happily come back to the next time we're in Seattle.

I found out about the oldest Japanese restaurant in Seattle 20 minutes before I ate there for the…read morefirst time. I was around the corner (literally) at a cafe, learning about the history of Seattle's Japantown, when I decided to look up recommendations of restaurants in the district to eat at. Maneki came up, and right after I read about how difficult it is to eat there as a walk-in without a reservation, I looked at the time and realized they were about to open for the evening. So I thought, "challenge accepted," and was in front of their doors in about 30 seconds. There was no one waiting and I was pretty shocked; it wasn't until 5:00 on the nose that other people walked up and got in line behind me, most without reservations. So if you're trying to do a walk-up, don't wait until 5:00 to get in line. Get there early. The owner was nice when I told her I didn't have a reservation and she said while all her tables were full, she had bar seating open if I was interested. I said yes, so I was seated in the Hannya Room (and happened to be wearing my Yakuza Majima sukajan with a hannya on the back) with a handful of other people (bar seating is very limited, maybe 12 seats tops, and the room is very narrow). The bartender was cool and offered to take our phones and take photos of the specials on the wall in the foyer so we all didn't have to walk back over there. I actually ended up getting one of the specials, the chicken katsu cutlet with beef curry. From the regular menu, I got a yaki onigiri and some gyoza (which are described as grandma's recipe and handmade), and from the bar I ordered the reggae punch cocktail (Iichiko saiten shochu, peach schnapps, and cold brew oolong tea). The regular menu is extensive, with a lot of comfort dishes and signature dishes I haven't seen elsewhere. Whether you want meat or seafood, there's something for everyone here. The meal was absolutely delicious. The only thing I didn't care for, unfortunately, was the yaki onigiri, because I felt the shoyu they used was just way too sweet. Yaki onigiri is one of my most favorite things on the planet, and Ippuku in Berkeley makes them perfectly. I was expecting the one at Maneki to be on that level, but I was disappointed. But other than that, the curry had great flavor and bit of a kick of heat, and wasn't skimpy on the beef. Lots of potato, too. The katsu was breaded and fried perfectly and the cutlet was pretty generously sized. The gyoza were great, not oily, each one stuffed with meat. I enjoyed the reggae punch and would order it again. I also ordered a glass of iced oolong, so I was feeling pretty refreshed on this warm afternoon with my two drinks. The bartender, who was handling both drinks and food service, was a nice guy with a good sense of humor. The owner also chatted with me on my way out and gave me a little history about why they decided to name the bar the Hannya Room, and some background on all the hannya masks on the wall in the bar. I'd love to come back here the next time I'm in Seattle, but especially to be able to dine in one of the tatami rooms. This was a great meal and it was awesome being able to support this important part of the local history of Seattle's Japantown.

Chiarashi bowl is a nice lunch treat with a great assortment of sashimi on top of rice-very filling.read more

On the positive side, the food was fine, the portions definitely some of the largest I've seen in…read moreSeattle and the fish was very fresh. Ordinarily a 3 or 4 star experience. However, because of the very rude waiter/server we wont be going back. He was dismissive and hostile to a number of patrons during our visit today (when I asked what the dashi base was for their miso soup he snapped at me like i should have known; he yelled at some kids that they dont accept cash and belittled a lady who came in to order telling her "wrong Mushashi". My family has owned a relatively successful restaurant since 1985 -- we must be doing something right and know a few things about service -- but this guy was possibly the worst I have ever experienced. He has absolutely no business interacting with paying patrons. Do better Mushashi Wallingford.