The kids loved it! You order from your phone and food is fast. We loved the udon, skewers and more!

The best thing I had here was the Eel / Unagi skewer. Very flavorful. It makes me want to try the Eel with rice dish. 2nd place was the American Wagyu Skewer - I got salt and no saice it was a distant 2nd. Then the Waygu Rice Bowl with egg - it was good. Not great, but good. For the $25 price tag a bit underwhelming. The chicken thigh skewer with green onion was ok. Got the sauce with it and it was ok. I don't think the rice here is sushi or Japanese rice - it didnt have that stickiness and texture was more American rice - this was disappointing. So overall it's a-ok experience here. Had the Wagyu Rice Bowl been better we would be at 4 stars but that thing cost me $25 and it was underwhelming. read more

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Very sleek and pleasant restaurant to dine in! We came on a Saturday afternoon, nowhere near any meal time, so it was super empty. We weren't expecting much, but holy cow, this was a top-tier, 5-star meal for sure. We didn't eat much, because we were in between meals, but I'm so glad we stopped by: * Wagyu Suyiyaki - A little wrap with Wagyu strips on the outside, wrapping veggies on the inside. The meat was tender and flavorful. So much delicious packed into a small bite. * Wagyu Tataki Donburi - A small donburi but this was the perfect amount of food. The rice was lightly flavored by the sauce on the wagyu. The wagyu was cooked medium rare and although I don't *normally like raw egg yolk, this was a perfect addition to the meal. Definitely pricey, but for good food, I'll take it! This is a must if you're in the area, and I regret not coming back again during my time in Seattle! read more

Shinya Shokudo is one of those spots you try once and immediately want to come back to--we loved it so much, we came here twice in just three days. The mentaiko creamy udon is absolutely incredible. The noodles are perfectly springy, and the sauce is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. We also loved the grilled okra--simple, fresh, and done just right. I could honestly eat both dishes every day for a week and not get tired of them. One thing to note: the ordering system is all online. You scan a QR code, browse the menu, and place your order through a website, so there's not much traditional interaction with the server. That felt a little odd at first, but our server with the glasses was still very friendly and attentive when we needed anything. If you're in the mood for bold Japanese comfort food, this place is absolutely worth it. read more

Shinya Shokudo - Miso beef, okra, shrimp - Izakaya Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Absolutely skewered by how delicious this meal was! I was super pleasantly surprised by this spot. Usually I walk by when it's bustling and bursting at the seams with people, so I was truly surprised to walk in right at opening and being one of two tables sitting down. I think every single item was a hit. Highlights: chirashi bowl, waygu donburi, and curry karaage rice. Dangers of ordering little things at a time is that you can get carried away LOL. Second stomach does some heavy lifting here. You order via smartphone which was pretty painless to me. read more

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I think we messed up by coming here during the day. I think we should've came at night and also had drinks with the skewers. It just didn't hit during the day. I was honestly so disappointed since it is so highly reviewed. We were the first ones there, they had just opened up I believe. We got seafood combo (scallop, salmon, eel, shrimp), the kushiyaki combo (pork belly, garlic beef, duck, beef), chicken skin, chicken heart, and chicken skewers. Everything lacked seasoning, it all tasted kind of bland. I really needed extra soy sauce on the side for it. The beef skewers in the kushiyaki combo were so dry. Nothing was that good. Everything came kind of luke warm, not hot. The best skewer was the chicken skewer and even that one was just good not amazing. read more

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Stopped by for a late lunch and the restaurant was mostly empty, so service was extremely fast. We got a skewer combo, the sukiyaki, a salmon don, oyakodon, and some scallop sashimi. Overall we enjoyed everything, particularly the skewer combos (albeit a bit pricey imo). The sukiyaki meat was rolled up with salad-like vegetables which was a bit unexpected, but maybe I just didn't read the menu properly - though the sukiyaki soup was very flavorful and just right in saltiness that you could still drink the soup. Oyakodon and the salmon don were both solid, though portion size a tad small for the price. All in all, food was good and we enjoyed our meal. Space was large and could seat a lot of people, with good spacing between tables. Seems like a great spot for snacks and drinks, not really a full-meal kind of place. You can still fill up on dishes, just may be a bit more expensive than at a regular restaurant. Everything was via the online ordering system, so scan the QR code to view the menu & order. Nonetheless, would still come back! read more

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Solid food but not exceptional. A good stop to check out when in a hurry from the airport. Really friendly and attentive staff. Must get: - Udon soup with scallion - chicken liver skewer - momo skewer (chicken thigh) Solid - chicken cartilage skewer - chicken karaage (best enjoyed hot) - shishito pepper skewer - zucchini skewer Skip: - heart or heart ventricle skewer - seaweed salad (too slimy) - mushroom skewer My hubby enjoyed the sake flight. read more

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Setting: Very clean and inviting space. QR code menu (pictures below) on the table which you order from as well. Click on the item to see what the item is in English. Price: A little high for what you get for the skewers Service: Was fine, had 1 server for four tables which he handled well. Food: Assortment of skewers (garlic beef, hotate (scallop), pork neck, Wagyu sukiyaki, and chicken cartilage) -- Everything was bland and dry. Only liked the chicken cartilage if that's something you're into. Was overall disappointed. Portion was small for price. Creamy Udon -- My favorite dish. Never had this before, seems like a spin on Italian cream based sauce with perfectly chewy udon noodles. Would come back for this alone. read more

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I came to shinya for a friends birthday and I thought it was such a nice place to celebrate!! There's QR codes on the table where everyone can add to the order, so it was really easy for large groups (just make sure it's the same table QR). I ordered the creamy udon, a chicken and green scallion skewer, and a cocktail! I've ordered a similar udon somewhere else but it ended up being fishy tasting. Im happy that this udon was super buttery and didn't have a fishy taste! The cocktail was strong at the end but I really enjoyed it and it came with gummies! All in all I had a great time! The atmosphere was nice too and I would definitely come back to try the other skewers. read more

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My friend and I came to check this spot out because I was really looking forward to the AYCE izakaya and creamy udon. We came on a Saturday and we were seated immediately. I can definitely see this spot as a good hangout or nice dinner spot. The menus were through a QR code and you order on your phone. I didn't end up seeing the AYCE option, so I just ended up ordering a yuzu mojito, creamy udon, and 3 yakitori pieces. I got garlic beef, beef tendon, and duck and they were all really yummy and tender. They were about $5 each, which could be pretty expensive depending on how many pieces you eat. The creamy udon was really good, but I do wish it was served in a bigger bowl so it's easier to mix. The food was good, just a little pricey. But overall, it was a great dinner and everyone was really nice. read more

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Visited this restaurant while visiting Seattle and we liked it so much we came twice. The restaurant was spacious and there were plenty of tables. We made a reservation both times for 5:30, and while there were extra free tables when we showed up it started getting really busy by the time we left. The servers were friendly and attentive. To order you scan a QR code and can continuing ordering multiple rounds of food and drinks as you want them which was very nice. We primarily ordered momo, mune, wagyu, and unagi skewers which were all phenomenal. I also loved the seaweed salad and tamago. Rice was perfectly done and fresh. Kirin on draft was also a treat. Please note this restaurant clearly states they cannot do gluten free. read more

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My husband and I were quite excited to try this place because it's a new experience for us. When we waited in, we were greeted and sat. They didn't offer the AYCE option. We had to ask and they gave us the menu for it. I would've appreciated a bit more explanation of the ordering process. I had to ask a few questions before we got going on ordering. - SERVICE - 3/5 Basically - we get 90 minutes to eat. Theres 3 sections. The top and bottom are unlimited and some cost extra. You can order however many items you want from them. They limit on the middle section where the skewers are. We were allowed to order up to 6 (total) skewers at a time. 6! (It takes about 2 bites to finish a skewer). They waited until you've eaten all 6 skewers before putting in your next order. They brought the food out quick once it was done grilling, but I would've also liked it if they explained which ones they were. They just print out the order and strike off which one they brought. We had to get up and look at it because it was turned upside down. - FOOD - 3/5 We tried most of the meats. It's basic grilled meat on a stick with salt or a sauce on the side. Some were dry (chicken breast). Some were great (waygu for an additional cost, shishito peppers, and the chicken thighs). But, toward the end, we just came to the conclusion that the chicken thighs were the best thing on the menu. We did a few orders of just chicken thighs and left. I'd say, prob never again for us. It's too expensive for us and what you get. But if you like to experience it, go for it. read more

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Food came fast but service was next to nothing because they use an online ordering system. But gratuity was auto selected at 18% when the check came... hmm. Food was mid. The salad was mid. The tofu was tiny, and mid. The small dish set was gimmicky, and mid. The skewers were mid. The curry Katsu donburi was mid. I'd think twice before eating anything raw here given that the ingredients didn't seem super fresh. read more

My husband and I came here on a Thursday night with a reservation from Yelp. We got seated right away, but the place was pretty empty. Service, though, was a bit of a letdown. Waitstaff were just hanging around, and it took a bit of waving and waiting to get menus. The food, however, was fantastic. The prime beef tendon was incredibly tender and tasty--definitely my favorite. The beef udon was a lifesaver since I was feeling sick; it was really savory and comforting. We did the unlimited yakitori, which was $35.99 per person. It was great for trying a bit of everything. The restaurant is pretty big, which is nice. I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in Seattle again, but I hope they work on their service because the food is really worth it. read more

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We came here for their AYCE on a Saturday. Somehow my reservation made via yelp went missing when we arrived to check in for our reservation. It was fine though since we came late and we were able to grab a table shortly. The ordering was a bit weird, the AYCE menu has to be ordered via the servers and anything outside e.g. drinks, they seem to prefer us ordering via the app. Regardless, we started with some appies and I really liked the Goma tofu and the tomagoyaki. For the skewers, my favoritea are the prime beef tendon and the miso beef. Unfortunately the pork neck was unavailable so we didn't get to try that. Overall we really enjoyed the AYCE and will be back for more when we are in town again :) read more

Shinya Shokudo - Izakaya Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here to try it while I was in town but mostly because I was craving creamy udon and saw this Shinya Shokudo had it and my goodness f they did not disappoint! We walked in and were quickly seated. The women brought us water right away which I appreciated because we had walked to the restaurant. The inside was also super authentic in their Japanese decorations. It was stunning and inviting. As someone who has been to Japan before; I really appreciated the aesthetic! We ordered two drinks, a the Yuzu Mojito and the Strawberry Gin. The drinks were tasty but not at all strong.. we also ordered the Mentaiko Creamy Udon, the Oyakodon and Yakitori which we didn't know was chicken liver and other kinds of meats; the waiter came back and asked us if we were sure we wanted it and we responded "absolutely!" We love trying new things! The Mantaiko Creamy Udon was the perfect balance of flavor with cream and subtly hints of sake in it, it was heavenly! The oyakodon was cooked perfect, there was a perfect hint of bonito in it that put it over the top, not to mention the rice was cooked absolutely perfect! The yakitori was good, had good flavor and was cooked perfectly even though the meats were all different. The drinks were all well flavored and kind of strong lol Just over all a great place 10 out of 10!! read more

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Fast service, delicious food! Yakitori glaze is a great balance and isn't too salty, and the creamy udon is so silky when you mix the egg and the tobiko is a nice refreshing pop. Such a fun experience and very affordable read more

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Food - All you can eat yakitori or regular restaurant menu. Appetizers were pretty sizeable and of good quality. Some yakitori options were more bland and needed to be salted or seasoned manually while others were well seasoned already. Wagyu is also an option for yakitori. Most skewers can be seasoned with 'Tare' or 'Salt'. Overall decent quality food. Can only order 3 skewers per person per round Service - Servers are very nice and friendly. Busers were constantly checking on our table and removing empty plates. Will not take your order until everything from your current round has been delivered (which can be slow at times). You have 90 minutes to eat and your end time is indicated on your menu. You're given a marker and a menu to select what you want to order. You will be charged for food waste. Ambiance - Dark & Moody atmosphere, great for dates or small group outings. Japanese style decor with windows facing the street. Passerby can see into the restaurant and vice versa. read more

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Really yummy all you can eat skewers at this spot! The store is decorated so traditionally with lots of lanterns as decoration! The food is seasoned super well and tastes delicious! It does take a little time for the skewers to cook but overall such a fun experience! read more

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we made a reservation on Yelp before arriving. Upon arrival, we were seated right away. Our server was nice and attentive. Our entrees were OK, it could be better. Our skewers were bland and served slightly below room temperature. I preferred my food warmer, especially for skewers. I let the server know and he was nice enough to talked to the kitchen. The udon broth was bland. Overall, I give 3 stars for the food. They did well on the service. read more

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Open late, they close at 1am, street parking, a little hard to find parking in the area, had to park two blocks away. Inside was clean, great decor. Menu was by QR code, you order your food on the phone, you can add items even if you sent in your order to the kitchen. Checkout is paid by waitress. Service was great. We were on the tail end of them closing up, but overall, food was cooked perfectly. I did order Wagyu and it was sooo good! read more

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Just happened upon this place and it was a great find. This restaurant is open really late (like 1am), which is really convenient, especially on days like Monday where a lot of restaurants are closed. The menu options were plentiful and it was a fun way to have dinner and didn't take too long. There was karaage, tonkatsu, udon noodle, and miso soup to start, sort of a mix between having an appetizer and a tapas or small plate. Then there were a lot of great choices for yakitori or skewered meat. We had chicken with both the sea salt and the sauce, a pork belly, and a beef. All in all, really good food and probably like 4.5 stars. read more

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Cant believed it took me almost two years to finally try this place haha. Had a late lunch here with my friend. We originally had plans somewhere else but it didn't work out so we walked here instead. The places was pretty empty but we also got there on a weekday during work hours. Restaurant is very clean. We sat down and the server told us to use the QR code so we just decided to order through that, makes everything so easy honestly. We started with some drinks and an order of creamy udon, garlic beef, and a trio. I thought everything was really good. The garlic beef had great flavor and the bites were tender. Each individual skewers from the combo was so flavorful! I really wanted to order other things but my friend was so full already so it means I'll have to come back to try other things. read more

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Tasty meal! Just taking one star off for the pricing - expensive for small skewers . I like how simple the food is and they have variety. Meat and vegetables were well seasoned. The vibes inside feel fun and cute- I like the natural wood and lanterns they have. Service was quick and friendly. They have a very convenient ordering system off your phone. Good place if you're looking for izakaya in the Belltown area. read more

Shinya Shokudo - Izakaya Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came for the AYCE yakitori and it was delicious! My husband and I made reservations for around 4:30pm on Sunday because AYCE yakitori on Sunday is anytime after 3pm. The ambiance of this restaurant is modern and smart casual. Service is friendly. The AYCE menu is limited in options but still a great deal if you want to try multiple things! My only note is that yakitori can take a while to cook so don't expect them to come out super fast. You also have a time limit of 90 minutes that they record on the menu when you start your first order. From the appetizers we had + tamagoyaki - really tasty! + karaage chicken - just ok. Good size pieces but not too crispy or flavorful. It does come with sauce + udon with no beef - very tasty! And the broth was delicious + seaweed salad - refreshing Yakitori + loved the chicken and beef skewers with saikyo miso + my husband liked the pork neck qnd gizzards. + okra, mushroom, and shishito peppers were tasty we tried almost all of the skewers and enjoyed most of them! Overall, we enjoyed our AYCE experience read more

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Mixed feelings on this place due to a variety of factors. We didn't realize their AYCE menu had specific hours (our bad here) but we really wished they made this more clear on their actual website or storefront instead of having folks rely on hours being written in various Yelp reviews. We came at 7pm on a Monday and the place had a good number of tables but with an overall quieter atmosphere. Food was okay - the star was really the chicken momo (thigh) or chicken negima (chicken and green onion) skewers with salt. These were tender, well seasoned and delicious! The beef udon was rather expensive ($13) given the small portion. It came in more of a child size bowl and there was really nothing special about any part of it. Broth was overly sweet and the beef, tofu, noodles were all pretty average - probably something you'd expect in a food court style setting. The garlic beef - we ordered separately and asked for one of them as well done. Turns out they did both well done - which meant my partner landed with really tough, overcooked beef instead. So that was a pretty big disappointment. At the end we had to ask 2-3 times for the check since the payment option wasn't working on their QR menus. We also asked to split the check and they forgot - just handed us our final check after asking a few times so that was pretty frustrating. Overall would recommend coming later at night for AYCE and expecting slower service. AYCE hours are supposedly Mon-Sat AFTER 9pm and Sundays after 3pm. But they don't post this officially anywhere so subject to change. read more

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Came here to try their AYCE menu! All You Can Eat is every Sunday 3 pm to close and Monday to Saturday 9 pm to close. It is $36 per person with a 90 minute time limit. The main rule is you can only order 3 skewers per person per round. Also, you need to finish your skewers and rice bowls or else there's a penalty. Otherwise, everything else is really flexible. My favorite items were the chicken thigh skewers, chicken breast miso skewers, miso beef skewers, takoyaki, tamagoyaki, and chicken karaage rice bowl. Would come again! read more

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The environment was a bit unusual and the staff was nice, although they sat me in an area where it felt like I was in the middle of the walkway. The food was tastey and the menu was specific, there weren't many options of things that have ever tried before. Food was expensive for small serving sizes, we got the tofu for an appetizer and the tofu were cut in about 1.5cm cubes. read more

Need a late night meal, or just a place to have fun cocktails with friends? Try shinya shokudo in the belltown/SLU/downtown area! As an izakaya that specializes in Japanese skewers, shinya shokudo offers lots of options and small bites. They also have a creative cocktail menu that is inspired by Japanese flavors. And, after 9pm every day, for happy hour, all alcoholic beverages are 50% off! Such a good deal especially in this part of Seattle. We ordered the US wagyu tsukune, which is like a meatball in skewer form, the yakitori combo, and the wagyu tataki Donburi. The size of the wagyu Donburi is a little smaller than the pictures suggest, but very tender and delicious. Don't let the raw egg scare you; it's perfectly fine to eat and delicious when mixed with rice. The cocktails were also delicious but a little on the sweeter side if that is what you enjoy. There is a single stall women and men's restrooms with codes to enter. Parking can be difficult to find in the area, as only street parking is available. You can make reservations right here on Yelp, and all the staff are very friendly and helpful. read more

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We came here for my birthday dinner . We got the yakitori combo, kushiyaki combo ( beef ), eel skewer, creamy udon and takoyak. The creamy udon was so damn good. It was smooth and silky, probably the best I've had. The udon was soft but not mushy. My wife loved this dish. The kushiyaki combo was really good as the kamo no Muneniku (duck breast) and beef tenderloin were super tender and delicious. The yakitori was good too, except for the chicken cartilage as it was harder than we thought. Normally we are able to bite/chew it but this one, we weren't able to bite through it. Mayne this chicken had extra strong cartilage The service was excellent and we highly recommend this place. read more

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We made a reservation to celebrate my husband's birthday! We ordered: Sukiyaki (soup) Variety of Skewers: US Wagyu, Mune Niku, Negihime, Sunagimo, & Chirashi Donbu Amazing food, reasonable prices & super attentive service. I'd highly recommend making a reservation and coming here for your next date night :) We loved the casual atmosphere but the quality of food was so good, I was floored almost on par with the Bay Area skewer spots that we love. read more

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Great spot for late night bites and drinks! The place is decorated like a Japanese izakaya and has a wide selection of food. You order through a QR menu for your specific table. One thing to pay attention to is the skewer pricing - it says two skewers per order but only list the price of one skewer next to it so it seems like the price of the full order. Not sure why they wouldn't just put the price of two skewers directly on the menu. Food -Wagyu tsukune: juicy and flavorful, but is quite salty. I should've ordered rice with it -Momo (chicken thigh): cooked really well and the sauce is pretty good. Recommend this one -miso beef: the miso flavoring is great -cocktails: we ordered a lavender mojito and lemon based vodka drink and both were really sweet read more

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We made a reservation and came here on a Friday at 9PM. The kushiyaki combo was a super good deal as it could also come with a 30-oz pitcher of beer for only $5!! I enjoyed all the grilled items. The restaurant was clean and the ambiance was nice for late-night eating. The staff was super attentive, nice, and courteous. They took away the empty plates very efficiently. They also poured the beer for us. Overall, we found this place great value and perfect for eating out late. P.S. I was very lucky and found a street parking spot right up front for free (free after 8PM)! read more

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fresh, well seasoned, and extremely tasty foods here. Everything is so well cooked. Definitely worth a visit when you're in the mood for Japanese Izakaya food especially late at night. Service is efficient and professional. read more

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My friend and I went to this spot for a later night dinner while I was visiting the area. The atmosphere was nice and had the izakaya vibe. Service was good as well. The food was OK but I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. But it was still pretty tasty (except for maybe the chicken). Overall, good dining experience for a late meal. For the record, I recently spent a month in Japan recently and haven't gone to a Japanese restaurant in the US since so this was also my first time going back to a Japanese restaurant in a Western country. For whatever that's worth! My opinions may be skewed. read more

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Shinya Shokudo is a perfect late-night yakitori experience. I enjoy their diverse menu and 50% off drinks after 9pm. Their Waygu is fantastic, as well as their salt seasoning. I'm not sure how to feel about the miso sauce. The cheaper-priced skewers do feel tougher and a much lower quality. At $7 for 2 skewers (at lowest) it's at a reasonable price. And while I enjoyed the creamy udon, they seem to have removed the mentaiko from it and replaced it with tobiko, making it only half as good. Bring it back, please? The grill section is closed off so you don't get the smell on your clothes. The store is also very spacious and you won't feel cramped. read more

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My wife and I came to Shinya Shokudo in the Belltown area in Seattle for a Yelp Elite event and bought several other items to share to complete a late dinner. We had the Shitake mushroom caps which were delicious and had great texture and seasonings. We also had Mune Niku, Garlic Beef, and Gyu Tan Moto. Each of these other authentic Japanese items we ordered were very unique to me as I typically have Sushi or Teriyaki in Japanese restaurants. Shinya Shokudo allowed me the opportunity to try bite sized skewers of other tasty options that I both enjoyed and didn't. I didn't really like the Gyu Tan Moto (beef tongue) as it was chewy but I loved the Garlic Beef skewers. They were tender and seasoned very well. The Mune Niku Skewers (chicken breast) were a bit dry for my liking. We were able to bring home leftovers so that is always a bonus. Shinya Shokudo has a large variety of Japanese dishes, drinks and a very aesthetically appealing interior design. It is open late (for Seattle) with good food. It's a great place to try when you need a late night bite! read more

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The service was really good, friend waiters and great atmosphere, however their menu options were very limited and I was expecting more not to mention that half of the stuff was sold out so we couldn't even order. And I'm not much of a drinker and they didn't have any options except soda. I wouldn't really go back but I encourage you to try it out! read more

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This restaurant did not meet my expectations of it. I enjoyed the ambiance. It seemed authentic and was well decorated and organized. I enjoyed the lighting and setting. However, the food was below average. We got the chicken katsu, creamy udon, and karage. The karage was not good. It wasn't fried that much and it was similar to chick fil a nuggets. It was about $8 too and portioning was small. The creamy udon was good, but something that a person can easily make at home. It's expensive too around $17-$18 and there's not even any protein in it. The portioning was small as well. I enjoyed the kastu the most. It was good and price was fair. The service was below average. You have to order your food through their online service via barcode scan menu at the table. This takes away in-person service and doesn't allow customers to ask questions directly. You have to wave down the servers if you want a question answered. The only time they come to the table is to deliver food and to give water. read more

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