We got lucky and managed to snag a same-day reservation at Shiro's due to a cancellation! The interior had a casual ambiance, with a sushi bar and table seating. We opted for the 16pc Chef's Choice Sushi Course, which consisted of 4 courses. For the first course, we were served Albacore, Flounder, Sea Bream, and Black Snapper, which were excellent. The cuts of fish were great, and I appreciated the server advising where we should skip the soy sauce. The second course was Amberjack, Striped Jack, and 3 different Salmon varieties. As a salmon lover, I especially enjoyed this part! The fourth course consisted of Bluefin Tuna served 4 ways (all delicious) and the final course had Chopped Fatty Tuna, Eel, and Tamago. This last one was probably my least favorite, and the Tamago was different than normal, almost pastry-like. However, the overall experience was awesome, and we were very full by the end. A pricey but delicious dinner! read more

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4.5 stars (5 for the price point). We tried the happy hour omakase (the 19 course, at a table/not at the counter) which is a great deal (their regular omakase is very affordable too, as compared to a lot of places especially NYC). It seems great for special occasions (we saw them coming by with a polaroid for those celebrating such as birthdays or anniversaries. I enjoyed how relaxed the vibes are at this place. I wish they had more cold tea options for the summer and more non-alcoholic drinks in general, but still had a great experience. The fish selection is fresh and the pieces are very manageable. It feels like there is a local touch with the salmon course/pieces. My husband is left handed and I was very impressed our waiter noticed and adjusted accordingly. I especially loved their soy sauce (which they said was house made). Fun little date night out and we really did enjoy it. Highly recommend making a reservation as that is what we did. read more

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Finally tried Shiro's and I have to say, it was a pretty big let down. To be fair, we didn't do the bar seating and instead went for table reservations. Reservations during off peak dinner hours aren't too difficult to get on a weeknight and street parking was fairly easy to find. The omakase / tasting menu is 19 bites, which is a decent amount of food, but overall the fish quality was really disappointing. There were only about 4-5 pieces of nigiri that tasted fresh and clean; the white fish that you start with in particular were just not a fun texture or flavor. The shellfish course and sweet shrimp were solid though. Unfortunately, besides the fish, the rice was a total flop too. It just felt dried out as if they had been pre portioned well ahead of time and under seasoned. Part of the joy of a course menu, if you want slightly warm / room temperature rice against the cool fish, but you get zero of that contrast here. read more

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The sushi delivery here was SO bomb. I got the Salmon Combo ($38.50 on UberEats) and the Unagi Sashimi ($19.25). Hella expensive but you're paying for superior quality. I didn't eat in but the service and ambiance look nice - I know they're known for their eat-in omakase experience. read more

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I ordered through Ubereats and didn't have a dazzling experience like all the others. The things I ordered (see pic): 1) Tuna Combo - This is perhaps the most misleading bc if you look at the photo and description, it says "5 pieces of bluefin tuna nigiri and negitoro roll" - I did NOT get the negitoro rolls (it was just regular tuna) and also the toro nigiris pale in quality from what is depicted in their photo. 2) Salmon Combo - The salmon did not taste fresh at all. Mind you, this place is just a few blocks away from me but I was caught up in a work meeting and couldn't leave. 3) Tempura - Batter was tasteless and veggies were left to fry for too long (they were mushy). 4) Matcha tiramisu slice - Although a bit roughed up from delivery, was probably the best tasting item. TLDR: If you're ordering delivery, the fish is not fresh, the photos are misleading and the tempura is not good quaity and over fried. I would not recommend! read more

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10/10 experience. This meal is something I will be talking about for quite some time. I made a reservation a month prior to make sure we could sit at the bar top, as it was for a special occasion. Their staff was friendly and extremely attentive as they refilled our drinks several times, and if we left the table they would refold our napkin before we returned. The food was out of this world. The chefs were extremely knowledgeable on their craft and educated us before each course. My personal favorite was the fatty tuna courses. I loved experiencing this restaurant from the bar top and watching the chefs do their craft. It is a pricey meal for sure but was one of the best experiences and well worth it! read more

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We had a wonderful and special dinner at shiros! We opted for the 19 piece chefs sushi course. Our server explained to what each piece of fish was, its origin, the flavor profile, and if soy sauce was needed or not. Every bite was delicious. We ended with the hojicha tiramisu, the perfect ending to the meal. read more

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It was our second time heading to Shiro's and another amazing experience. The sushi was fantastic and the service was exemplary. We were fortunate to have Jareen and were seated in the back room. Her little attention to detail was impressive from chatting with our teenage son who is shy (and autistic) so having him open out of his shell to seeing that he was left handed and plating the sushi in the correct direction for him to eat. The food tasted rich and vibrant with each piece of fish incredibly fresh and nuanced in its flavors. Our youngest was having it without the shoyu since he really wanted to taste the depth of flavor on its own. We always feel amply full after the 19 pieces with the courses being so well balanced. We started with a tempura appetizer and a karaage of black cod (if this is on the menu--order it!). It truly is an experience and looking forward to returning again in the future. read more

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First time having the chef describe the preparation and origin of the fish in detail before serving it, Chef Taro leads a fun edutainment dinner for us. The chef described rare finds and special fish for us tonight, and I appreciate that he was able to accommodate a no wasabi preference for us too. Some light humor and small talk made the dinner feel light hearted and intimate. The restaurant service hands were also very attentive and respectful. Also on offer was a nigiri dessert which I have never seen. The house picked ginger was sweet and tangy, which is much better than the shaved ginger. Honestly they could bottle the stuff up and make big sales in the ginger market. There is a parking lot nearby, but we walked from the light rail station about 15 minutes away. More of a casual setting than upscale. At the end you get an option to take away a Polaroid picture as a souvenir. 20% service fee included, 70% of which goes to service staff. read more

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Shiro's sushi is such a great spot for some high-end sushi! Bar omakase and table omakase offer different options but both are on the lower end of the cost spectrum relative to other omakase offerings in the city. So much love and quality goes into the service. Kurisu and Taro were such welcoming and friendly chefs. Highly recommend! read more

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Amazing omakase experience. My favorites must've been chutoro, uni, ama ebi, and salmon. Staff and chefs were welcoming, warm, and friendly. We were seated promptly at the reservation time and were lucky enough to be seated in front of the head chef at the sushi bar. He took his time to get to know his guests and introduce each dish. There was a sense of community which I thoroughly enjoyed. The restaurant was clean, homey and well organized, reminding me of Japan. Would highly recommend it to locals or those visiting Seattle alike. read more

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been meaning to try this place for over a year and was never able to make it work. finally was able to secure a reservation during seattle restaurant week! it's not a big establishment, but it's very cozy inside; lightly decorated with japanese knick-knacks and trinkets by the entrance, especially. the chefs even greet you as you walk in, since you walk right into the sushi bar. that's just the beginning of the wonderful service, too. our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive. she told us the specific order to eat each piece in (it differs depending on which hand is your dominant one -- ironically enough, i was the only right-handed person at my table), whether or not it needed soy sauce, what sauces/glazes/garnishes were on each piece, and where every fish was from. it was incredible. at $65 per person, each of us 19 thoughtfully chosen and beautifully crafted pieces of nigiri over five courses. i can say with confidence that this is some of the best sushi i've ever had. i'll be back. read more

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Came here to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. He loves sushi, so I thought we'd try a new place. We arrived around 5 PM for our reservation, and it was quite busy since every table and bar seat was occupied. We started with the miso soup and carpaccio, then ordered the 19-piece chef's choice sushi course. We enjoyed the soup. It was perfect for a cold, rainy day. However, the wait between courses kind of took away from the experience. It felt like we were waiting about 10 minutes for each course, which made it hard to stay excited for what was coming next. Our dinner ended up taking about two hours, and honestly, it felt like we could have finished much sooner if the pacing between courses had been a little quicker. Out of the five courses, my favorite was definitely the second course, the Fuji salmon. It was delicious and the most memorable nigiri of the night. The rest of the courses were good, but we found ourselves comparing it to other sushi experiences we've enjoyed more. We ended dinner with the hojicha tiramisu, which was extremely delicious. I loved that it wasn't overly sweet. They also sang happy birthday to my boyfriend, which was a really thoughtful touch. Overall, the food was okay. I've had better service and sushi quality elsewhere, but I wouldn't mind coming back if someone invited me. read more

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Came here for Valentine's Day dinner, and wow-what an experience. We had reservations (definitely the move on a holiday/weekend/special occasion), and from the moment we walked in, our experience was exceptional. The ambiance, the staff, the food.. all top tier. We ordered the Chef's Choice Sushi Course: 19 pieces of great quality nigiri served over 5 courses. This was my first omakase experience, and I was blown away. Every piece was explained well and our servers were friendly and walked us through how to enjoy each piece, including when to skip the shoyu. Everything was delicious, but a few standouts for me were the 1. Fuji Salmon, 2. Bluefin Tuna 4 Ways, 3. Madai, 4. Zuwaigani with Uni, (in no particular order). I'm already looking forward to coming back, and next time im hoping to snag a spot at the sushi bar for an even better experience. read more

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We went here for anniversary dinner and it was amazing! The staff were very friendly and explained the menu well. We got the Chef's Choice Sushi Course, which was delicious. My favorites were the Kurodai, Sockeye Salmon, and Botan-Ebi, but they were all great. At the end of the course, you can order more on an à la carte menu. read more

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Exceptional sushi at a lower price point than what it could be. Go during happy hour (4-6 table M-Th) and save yourself $15. $70 dollars for 19 pieces of high quality nigiri is a steal. You won't find any sushi rolls here but it is a killer spot for omakase type sushi. read more

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Visited Shiro's for our 2-year anniversary, I can confidently say this is the best Sushi I have ever had in my entire life. That is saying something, as I've been to Japan 5 times!! The chefs are so funny and thoughtful, and each bite served is truly mind-blowing and tastes like nothing you've tasted before. 12/10 experience!! :) Excited to return, if you go I definitely recommend booking the bar seating as it is on a completely different level than the table experiences. read more

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So much fun!! Which is an odd statement for a restaurant experience but omakase was truly so entertaining. Sean was hilarious and it felt like we got a show in a meal. He will joke and explain every round, he's theatrical and witty. and of course, the food was absolutely DELICIOUS. The nigiri melts in your mouth. What a fantastic dining experience I had a BLAST. Also highly recommend the hochica tirimisu. that was so delicious I wanted to order a second. also no birthday dessert is not free haha. I will say everyone at the bar counter becomes part of your party essentially since you're addressed as a group. I enjoyed the people around us! but just a heads up it's not super duo/private. Ended up being about 200$pp after tax tip and honestly worth going at least once! read more

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We secured a Saturday night reservation at Shiro's and did the 19 piece omakase for $85 - truly amazing value that is unheard of these days. We were seated quickly upon arrival and service was fast with perfect cadence. The fish quality was superb and we thoroughly enjoyed every course. Some standouts were the salmon, and o-toro. Our server was so knowledgeable about where each fish came from and let us know which pieces were seasoned and which were not. The tamago at the end was outstanding - the best I've ever had. The restaurant was completely full when we went. Vibes inside are cozy and intimate. Really enjoyed our experience and would love to come back again! read more

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Came here looking for some good omakase but ended up getting good omakase AND A SHOW! Chef Sean was super entertaining and would tell funny stories about his life while tying it into the piece of fish that we were being served. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our omakase experience here. We were a bit taken aback by the casual atmosphere at first since the place looks more like a sit down restaurant, but our doubts quickly faded once the course started. Shiro's omakase consisted of 19 courses for $140 which I think is a steal considering other omakase spots we looked at charged a lot more. Everything was delicious and I was so full by the end of the course. We ended the night with a matcha tiramisu which was also delicious. This was a 11/10 experience and I would definitely come back next time I'm in Seattle! read more

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Sat at the sushi bar for an omakase and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Chef Taro was a delight and I enjoyed learning about each fish (size, where they lived, popularity in a part of Japan, etc). This is our third omakase in Seattle (5th in our lifetime) and we agree it is one of our favorites. The chef's all look like they're having so much fun it puts the guests at ease. Really stellar service from all staff here. We will definitely come back! read more

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This is my second time coming back to Shiro's and had a great experience both times! We did the 85 dollars 19 piece omakase. Went with a large group of 7, made a reservation in advance, and was swiftly seated as soon as we arrived. Service was very fast, and provided the perfect amount of time between the courses. All the sushi pieces were fresh and unique, on par with many of the more expensive 100+ omakases! I particularly enjoyed the sweet shrimp with the fried shrimp head, the tuna course, and uni! All of my party were full by the end of the course, recommend not ordering appetizers to save room for the sushi. One of my favorite omakase thats reasonably priced :) read more

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I've had a lot of people recommend this place as a staple Omakase place to try in Seattle and I was luckily able to snag a table of 6 on a Thursday night. My expectations were pretty high and with the affordable price tag of $85, I can see why people recommend this place as the fish quality was substantial, tasty, and the service was phenomenal. My favorite pieces of the Omakase was the tuna plate that hey gave us which consisted of 4 types of tuna and the o-toro (fatty tuna) was definitely my favorite piece since the fattyness was decadent and melted in my mouth. The other pieces of sushi were pretty good as well but the tuna was the star of the course. Shiro's was also celebrating their 30th anniversary by offering their sashimi platter for $30 each which was an insane deal! We got 18 pieces of sashimi for $30 so our table took advantage of this and got 3 orders! The sashimi platter was pretty good for the price but it wasn't mind blowing, but the value was definitely there. Overall, I would come back if I was craving sushi omakase in Seattle! 4/5 read more

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A real treat! An amazing stop for good sushi and a special occasion. This is one of the more well known sushi spots in Seattle and it does stand out for a reason. I believe that reservations are a must but they are quite easy to grab, especially on a weekday. They are very good at making sure that your table is ready when you arrive so after I checked in, there was almost no wait before getting seated. The service here is amazing! The staff is so friendly and very attentive, noticing when you are done with food quickly, collecting trash from tables frequently, and refilling water and ginger frequently as well. I got the 19 piece, 5 course chef's choice nigiri which is $70 during happy hour and $95 outside of happy hour. It is a great deal inside of the happy hour deal and I highly suggest trying to grab a happy hour seating time if you are looking to try Shiro's for the first time! Throughout the meal, the servers go over each fish well, explaining where everything came from and letting us know whether or not to use soy sauce. The courses started with white, leaner fish and moved onto more fatty cuts later on. The tuna course was my favorite but the 4th course came in a close second. Some other highlights included: Sea bass, the scollop, sweet shrimp, and all the tuna pieces! We also visited during their 30th anniversary and also got the $30, 15 piece sashimi special which was incredibly fresh and so tasty. After everything, we were incredibly full and pleased with the service as well. The restaurant is small and does not have an overwhelmingly 'high-end' atmosphere so I did not feel the need to dress up but also felt like I could if I wanted to! A service charge is already included in the meal but an additional tip is also an option too! Overall, great experience! read more

First time at shiro's so we had to do the omakase. We weren't able to snag a seat at the bar top to watch the guys do their magic, but it was still dope to eat at this legendary sushi spot! The salmon, fatty tuna, and uni were my favorites, but let's be real, everything was so fresh and good! Overall, I'm glad I experienced it, but I probably wouldn't make it a regular thing just bc of the $! read more

Shiro's - 19pc Chef's Omakase Nigiri - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Visited Shiro's for a special occasion during happy hour for a $15 off discount on the 5 course Omakase. It is $70 during happy hour compared to $85 outside of it! We had a reservation for the dining room and were seated right away even though we came slightly early. The staff were very friendly and welcoming -- the omakase bar seemed like a silly, fun time! Our favorite course was the 2nd with the salmon selection or the tuna 4 ways. I forgot to take a photo of the 5th course, but it was also delicious! We hope to come back someday! read more

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Came with a big group to celebrate a birthday. We had a 7pm reservation, but ended up having to wait for ~10 min before we were seated. Service otherwise was fine. Food was a bit slow to come out, but expected since our group was large. Food was not bad. I was excited for the black miso cod, but it wasn't as umami and buttery as other black cod I've had before. The sushi quality was good, the pieces weren't super outstanding though. For ex, there was a crab uni piece where the crab overpowered the uni. Made it feel like more of a gimmick than actual flavor intention. Ambiance was okay. The interior is pretty and minimal, but it gets quite loud with the other tables all so close. Overall, this was okay. I prefer kashiba even with the higher price point because of the ambiance and complementary flavors of each nigiri piece. read more

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Years later and I still think about this spot. I look forward to returning later this year. This may have been the most I had spent on sushi ever - but it was well worth it. We enjoyed sitting at the sushi bar and receiving bite after tasty bite. The sushi chef was hospitable and fun. Our taste buds and bellies were overjoyed. 10/10. read more

I love dining at Shiro's! The quality of the sushi is amazing. I've done both table and bar omakase and both are great. Most recently I did bar omakase for the first time to celebrate an anniversary and it was so worth it. It was so fun talking with Chef Toro and his other chefs during dinner and learning about the different fish. The fish is so fresh and the soup was so deep in flavor. I would definitely come back here for bar omakase for a special occasion. They offer table omakase for a cheaper price during happy hour and Seattle restaurant week as well! read more

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Taste: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Presentation: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Came for the omakase meal at the bar. Very tasty and great vibes although nothing beats the omakase meal you get at the tables given the price and variety of fish you get. Definitely will be back, but likely will stick to the table tastings. read more

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Got to try Shiro during Restaurant Week. The vibe was nice for date night and/or birthdays. They do sing to people on their birthday if you're at the counter and provide a small cute dessert. Everyone was friendly and service was always prompt. We got the Restaurant Week's set menu and the quality was pretty good for $65/person. I did notice not all the fish were as fresh as I'd like since we didn't get the chef's menu. Overall, it was worth trying out if you haven't been here. Definitely more affordable than the omakases at other places. read more

This is the first time I went to Shiro but wish I would've gone sooner!! Everything we ordered was amazing! We got the 19 pcs omakase, 15 pcs nigiri combo and broiled black cod. Omakase was good, server explained everything and asked us what we liked the most. Very friendly Broiled black cod- just thinking about it now makes me drool so flaky, soooo good! It is their 30th year anniversary so one of their specials is the 15pcs nigiri for $30. Lighting is good, space is a little tight I think for large parties but comfortable for a party of 4. It was my brother's birthday and they took a Polaroid photo of us and make it into a card. read more

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This was easily the best sushi experience of my life. The food is incredibly fresh - the omakase experience was spectacular - each bite was better than the last and each joke from the sushi chef hit a little harder as we all became a little more familiar. It is a small intimate space - clean and in a great location. Sitting at the bar, you get amazing service. The chefs are feeding you and the wait staff come along to clear plates and offer drinks. It's about $200 per person - but it's well with the price tag. Treat - Yo - Self! read more

Shiro's - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Can't best the restaurant week deal. With 4 way tuna, snow crab, sweet shrimp, uni- literally a steal. There are some rarer ive never had before too. Absolutely loved the king mackerel, and the I generally don't like hirame or albacore- but theirs was really fresh and flavorful. Will def be back! read more

Shiro's - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tried this place during my seattle trip upon reddit recommendation and was very disappointed to be honest. I get that this is super cheap for omakase, but that doesn't mean that the fish should taste "fishy." As a sushi fan, I don't think this place should be recommended for best sushi in town but rather for valued sushi anything. Servers were very attentive. Overall, disappointing experience due to sushi taste/quality. read more

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We had a really great Omakase experience here. We were served by chef Kurisu & chef Yuhei - just the most friendliest and funniest chefs ever! They really made our experience extra wonderful! The omakase itself was super delicious. Every piece was fresh and well seasoned and paired. The price is pretty affordable for the quality and experience you get. Highly recommend! read more

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We came for happy hour on a Monday. We had made reservations through Resy. We weren't sure about the parking situation and got there a bit early and thankfully found street parking across from the restaurant. We were promptly seated and the server explained the menu and specials to us. We each needed to order an omakase of sorts so we got the 12 piece nigiri sushi plate and we also order their anniversary special sashimi which was 15 pieces for $30 and they only had a limited 10 orders per evening so we thankfully got it too. The food was good although some pieces of fish weren't the easiest to chew. The tamago reminded us of honey cake which was pretty unique. The servers were friendly. The restaurant was definitely lively and the spacing between tables could have been a little farther apart but not too bad. read more

Shiro's - Happy Hour 12 piece seasonal nigiri sushi plate September anniversary sashimi 15 pieces set - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

TL;DR: Sit at the bar or don't bother. The food isn't revolutionary, but it's executed so well that it's still worth the trip--if you get the right seat. Food: Not boundary-pushing or artistic, but fresh, precise, and seriously dialed-in. A masterclass in doing simple things extremely well. Drinks: Wine and sake options are solid, but after trying both, I'd go sake--it complements the food better and adds more interest. Vibe: The bar is where the magic happens. It's part performance, part hospitality, and gives the experience real energy. Elsewhere in the restaurant? Dead. Generic. Forgettable. If you're not at the bar: The flaws start to show. The decor is dated, the food feels less special, and the service fades into the background. Without that bar interaction, the whole thing reads as excellent mediocrity--technically great but emotionally flat. read more

Shiro's - Bar Seating 2025 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food here is some of the best sushi you can find. The style is called edomae, which you can consider to be classic. Forget the rolls smothered in sweet sauces you don't get that here. The prices are a little high but you are getting a real food experience. The service is excellent and they make the whole evening fun and interesting. It's a casual and relaxed atmosphere. I ordered the kaiseki set menu which is made up of more than a dozen individual items that are seasonal. If you're a foodie and love classic edomae style sushi this is your stop. read more

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Called 2 weeks in advance to get a table at 6:30pm. Unfortunately, the sushi bar wasn't available. street parking was fairly easy to find. In Seattle it's free after 8PM, fyi. The food was nothing short of spectacular. My favorite was the medium fatty tuna. I can still remember the buttery smooth texture of the fish and it makes me salivate! The waiter was really knowledgeable in walking through the different selections of nigiri. We ordered the chef's choice which is 19 pieces of nigiri, for $85/person. We also ordered a hot dish, the cod fish. It was sooooo good and only $20. It was really reasonably priced. I'd come back just for the black cod if it wasn't for the nigiri. We ended the night with a wonderful light matcha Tirimisu with candied nuts. It was AMAZING. We should've ordered two because it was small portion wise. Though they don't comp a free dessert, they take a polorid at the end which I thought was a nice touch and give you a photo as a keepsake and also write happy bday with a candle for the dessert. The tables are pretty squeezed together so you can definitely hear other ppl's conversations. It's not the most intimate vibe but you're basically there for the quality of the food. I'd love to try the omikase at the sushi bar next time. Totally worth it and one of the best meals I've had all year so far! 100% would recommend PS- they even brew their own soy sauce! They purposely add less salt so it doesn't mask the taste of the fish. Amazing. read more

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