Love the food and service. I didn't know it was Seattle restaurant week and it was a steal for $65 for omakase. Enjoyed every piece and the ambiance. read more

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Shiro's is pretty good sushi. I ordered the Chef's Choice Sushi course- a 19 piece nigiri meal, and everything tasted really fresh and tasty. I enjoyed the explanation of each course as we went through the meal and everything was very carefully created. I liked how we started with lighter white fish and then progressed too heavier, cuts of fish. The intentionality behind each course is really good and I definitely would come back again. read more

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Had the chef's choice sushi course at Shiro's and wow... phenomenal. For $70 (happy hour price, table seating) it honestly felt like a steal--the quality, freshness, and variety were incredible, and every piece was perfect. The staff was so warm and welcoming, and thanks to a reservation we skipped the wait. The vibe is elegant but still cozy, like the kind of place you can enjoy amazing sushi without feeling too fancy. Hands down the best sushi I've had in Seattle. Already plotting my return! read more

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I really enjoyed my meal here. The nigiri, atmosphere and personality of the entire restaurant is really warm, welcoming, fun and of course delicious. The sushi chef team really goes out of their way to explain in detail what they are presenting to you, it almost becomes a play or show but with high end nigiri. I like this style because I've been to many Omakase dinners where the sushi chef puts his head down and says very little the entire service. Kurisu San was my main chef that night, and after the meal was over we became friends over our mutual love for nigiri. He served some of my favorite sushi such as Saba, kamasu, Botan ebi, and uni temaki. By the way..The Buri starter with ankimo purée was amazing, I will remember that dish for many years to come. Thank you for the fine meal. read more

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Great nigiri, great service. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. The omakase has a great variety and the perfect amount of food for dinner. It was some of the best nigiri we've ever had. read more

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The best Sushi restaurant I've been to in Seattle. Seated at the Sushi Bar right in front of the Chefs, and had the Omakase experience. The dinner was presented in a series of courses, with a few pieces each time. The Chefs were very generous with every cut, and in these bites the quality of the fish being served was apparent. Pacific Albacore Tuna, King Salmon, among many others were freshly caught right there in the Pacific Northwest. read more

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I went here for my birthday and absolutely loved the entire experience and decor. I got there early and they have a small waiting area for you to wait until you are ready. For me, I did a reservation for omakase for $85 at the bar. At the bar, they take the time to explain each dish and the ingredients that went into it. I am told by my friend that you can just walk in for omakase. They went around and asked why each person was here and I did tell them that it is my birthday. If you're over people singing you happy birthday then you'll like it here. I was wished happy birthday almost every time I was interacted with and loved it. Service was spot on and never overly intrusive. Food was delicious and with every dish, it became my new favorite. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant and have no complaints. I highly recommend Shiro's for any special occasion since you can put a reservation and the experience is fantastic. I'll definitely be back again. read more

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Super excited as Shiro's Sushi was my first real omakase experience. It was $85 for table dining that included 5 courses/19 pieces. All the fish were fresh and delicious! I thoroughly enjoyed the bluefin tuna 4 ways because I was able to truly taste the fattiness between the different pieces side-by-side. Honorary mentions include botan-ebi (sweet shrimp), hotate (scallop), and uni (sea urchin). We also ordered Shiro's hojicha tiramisu for dessert! The staff did an excellent job explaining each course and suggesting which pieces of fish should be dipped with their housemade soy sauce. We sat in the front dining area, which had a nice atmosphere. It wasn't too crowded between tables and could still hear the table conversation well. Also warning: their front door and bathroom door is superrrrrr heavy. You will need to bring the hulk out of you. This definitely exceeded my expectations and would definitely come back again, maybe to try the sushi bar experience! read more

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Just WOW! From the quality of the food to the service, 5/5 experience! I'm so happy I got reservations for a Saturday dinner with my friends. While they were hesitant, they ended up loving the Omakase experience, which made my experience even better. I love being able to enjoy the foods that I love with my friends. My favorite item was the Kurodai (black snapper), and the additional matcha cake we got to celebrate a birthday. I was so delighted with my meal, I ended up chatting with one of the chefs and learned that Shiro's is a sister restaurant to Kusakabe in SF! Explains why I enjoyed Shiro's so much. I truly cannot wait to come back and I will recommend this to everyone who likes sushi. read more

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I have been here multiple times already and I would've rated this place 5 stars for the dining table experience as the omakase experience is really solid for what you pay for and you get a lot of high quality pieces, but WOW was I impressed by their bar dining experience and that's what this review is for. In addition to the high quality and freshness, you can tell with every bite of sushi, there is that extra hint of elevation in terms of fresh complementary ingredients and techniques (such as Yuzu, salt, searing, marinated in vinegar) that really tie each bite together in a balanced way, and you get to try a lot of unique types of fish that you can't find in most places in Seattle. Additionally, customer service is on point, the chefs are really friendly and create a fun environment throughtout the night, they try to get to know you, and are happy to answer any questions you might have about the different cuts they are serving. Overall, if you're fine with paying a bit more and are an experienced and adventurous sushi lover, I definitely recommend trying the bar experience at least once! It's well worth the money as this is one of the best omakase experiences you can have in Seattle and I've tried a few of the other ones like LTD and Kashiba. Thank you to the chefs for providing a phenomal experience and date night for my partner and I :) read more

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Absolutely the place around for great sushi! It's a bit of a drive, but I try to go whenever I'm in Seattle and have the opportunity to stop in. read more

Totally would recommend a reservation to come here. I had the $85 per persons chef choice sushi choice and it did not disappoint. It came with 19 pieces of sushi which is quite a bit for the price. Out of all the pieces that I got to try here is what stood out. Albacore - So creamy and delicious. It was so fresh. (5/5) Sockeye Salmon / Atlantic Salmon - Fatty goodness both were so good. (5/5) Bluefin Tuna - We had four different cuts of tuna. Personally I enjoyed the fatty pieces more but all was delicious. (5/5) Botan-Ebi - Fried fish head was delicious and the raw parts were solid. (5/5) Uni - This is hit or miss depending on freshness. It was an absolute hit here. So creamy. (5/5) Unagi - This stood out compared to other sushi places. They had the perfect amount of sauce and perfectly cooked eel. (5/5) Tamago Egg - Perfect ending to the set meal. It was almost like cake. Wowww (5/5) Black Cod - This needs to be added on. For $18, this is a steal. Super moist with perfect miso flavors. (5/5) The set meal was reasonably filling for a great price. Our sushi chef Masaki was super friendly he came to our table to talk to us and ask how everything was. This is easily my new favorite sushi place with great prices and freshest pieces of fish. I'd be back when I'm back in Seattle. read more

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Always love coming here - it's such a fun experience to sit at the sushi bar for omakase if you have 2hrs+. The dining room is spectacular as well, and offers a broader menu. All the fish is incredibly fresh, and they do a great job explaining each fish both at the bar and tables. Top notch service, very attentive and courteous, from the greeter to the waiters to the sushi chefs. And they do takeout, too! Can't wait to come back :) read more

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Reservations made via resy was quick and easy. Lucky for us they had availability the day of and the host was able to sit us a little earlier than expected, very nice of them to offer us the drink menu while waiting. At the time we visited they only served two choices of omakase. We went with the chefs choice sushi course which included 5 courses, 19 pieces of assorted nigiri sushi. My husband has a shellfish allergy and they were very accommodating. The sushi was fresh! Not as filling as I thought I'd be but loved the option of ordering a la carte after. Don't skip out on the engawa (fatty flounder edge) nigiri! Nice fatty and flavorful a la carte option. Elaine our server was the one who recommended it. She was very knowledgeable with all the dishes that came out and very friendly. Ambiance is very calm not too loud even though it's a small restaurant. read more

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I've had Shiro's bookmarked for years and we decided on a whim to come here. We made reservations online the day before and got a dining table at 4:30pm on Saturday. The restaurant is named after Shiro Kashiba who opened the shop in 1994. He is the apprentice of maestro Jiro Ono (the namesake in the Netflix series Jiro Dreams of Sushi). They only offer the omakase option and they have two seating options with different price levels: dining table ($85; 4 courses and 19 pieces of nigiri) and the sushi bar ($140; 3 appetizer plates and 15 pieces of nigiri). FIRST COURSE - this course had five pieces from four different countries. Of the five my favorites were the sea bass (from Mexico) and albacore (from Canada). SECOND COURSE - this course had six pieces from three countries. The atlantic salmon (from Canada) was so fatty and I liked the citrus and sea salt on top. The sweet shrimp (from Alaska) was soft and absolutely delicious. A close third was the sockeye salmon (from Alaska). THIRD COURSE - this course had bluefin tuna from Mexico served four ways from the same fish. Each piece had an increasing level of fattiness, from less fatty to more fatty. My favorites were the medium fatty fish and the zuke. FOURTH COURSE - this course had four pieces from two countries. The chopped fatty tuna (from Mexico) and uni (from Japan) were wrapped in seaweed that provided some sweetness to the bite. The eel was delicious and my favorite. The course ended with an egg omelet that added a sweet touch to the end of the meal. For $85 I thought it was a good deal for the amount of fish we got. I didn't think I would be full but I was pretty surprised. You get more of an intimate experience at the sushi bar because you talk to and are served by the chefs, but it cost almost twice as much. We liked some a lot more than others, but for the most part we enjoyed the fish we ate. I can finally check this place off my list! read more

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Shiro's sushi delivered a truly memorable omakase experience for me. While I expected the usual delicate presentation and great flavor, I was pleasantly surprised by how full I felt afterwards! The carefully curated selection of sushi was not only delicious but also surprisingly satisfying. The service also was impeccable. Our server was attentive and patient, explaining each dish to us and answering all my random questions, like "So how many species of salmon are there?" He also accommodated me and replaced an uni dish with something else (I don't like uni), which I appreciated very much. Of course, an omakase experience at Shiro's comes with a hefty price tag. Even with my Resy credit, the bill still came out to ~$230 for two people post tax + tip. For a special occasion or a truly indulgent sushi experience, I felt that it was worth it. read more

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Came here for dinner with a friend, and it was amazing! We did the $140 omakase at bar table, and we loved every dish. The chef was super friendly, explaining each dish as he made it. The set included 15 pieces of sushi, plus appetizers and soup--plenty of food. The tea was also great. Service was excellent, and they really paid attention to our needs. We had an 8:30 reservation, and the whole meal took about two hours. It wasn't too bright when we went in the evening, but it felt cozy and warm. Definitely coming back! Highly recommend for a great sushi experience in Seattle. read more

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Shiro's is consistently one of the best sushi spots in Seattle. The rice is perfectly seasoned, the fish is always fresh, and the quality rivals sushi in Japan. The Chef's Choice Sushi Course is a fantastic deal--19 pieces of nigiri for $85. The Bluefin 4 Ways is my favorite, always a highlight. We've tried the bar for a special occasion, which was awesome, but the tables are our go-to for good quality sushi cravings. Shiro's never disappoints--great quality, great value! *20% service charge will be added. We spent around $250 for two sets, one appetizer and one dessert. read more

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What an experience. We did the chef's tasting menu which was 5 courses of nigiri. I ADORE sushi, but I never would have tried a lot of these fish ordering à la carte. I highly recommend it if you are looking to explore more options of the best fish from around the world. The service was excellent, with our servers walking us through every course, including what to dip into soy sauce and what not to, since many nigiri were already braised in a sauce. I didn't love every single bite, since some options just weren't for me, but I ate every single piece, and I was pleasantly surprised to find some new types of nigiri that I loved. You can order additional side dishes but please trust me when I say that 19 pieces of nigiri will leave you VERY full. All we got in addition was edamame, which they serve cold and marinated for a lovely flavor. Our server also helped me choose a great bottle of sake based on my taste, clear and crisp and a little bit sweet to complement the fresh fish. It's definitely worth the cost for a special experience. read more

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If you're in Seattle and love omakase, Shiro Sushi should be at the top of your list. They offer a Chef's Choice 19-piece nigiri for $85 per person, and trust me, it's worth every penny. The nigiri is served in five incredible courses, showcasing the freshest seasonal fish available. Each piece is a work of art, and you can really taste the quality. For an even more indulgent experience, we added the Chawanmushi with uni and ikura, which was a perfect complement to the meal. To top it all off, they finish with a sweet dessert -- and by the end, we were completely stuffed, but in the best way possible. Shiro Sushi delivers a top-notch affordable omakase experience, and if you're a fan of high-quality sushi, this spot is a must-try! read more

I had an INCREDIBLE experience dining in! My friend and I did the omakase by the sushi bar. Totally worth every dollar! The chefs were very knowledgeable, friendly, and had a great sense of humor. They were very personable and gave attention to each group. Let me tell you, each dish was PERFECTION!! Every fish just dissolved in my mouth, with the right amount of seasoning. Was it an extra splurge? Absolutely. But will I splurge again? Absolutely. read more

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amazing! came in for Seattle Restaurant week $65 pp omakase deal. i think it might be the cheapest omakase spot in seattle? the table seating and restaurant itself is small and casual. the 19 pcs nigiri sushi was so good! my favorite is the salmon, tuna, and shellfish courses. would def recommended coming again for their SRW deal. read more

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My friend and I are visiting this area and have really been wanting to visit Shiro's and we were not disappointed! It was our first omakase experience though and we absolutely loved it! We did the table seating with the chef's menu for 19 pieces. We loved the service and their explanation of each first - they even recommended how to eat each one! The service was pretty efficient and it was a small, quaint, authentic restaurant. It was $85 for the chef's choice table seating and I believe $140 for the bar seating. Would recommend checking it out if you have the chance! read more

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Had such an amazing dining experience at Shiro's. We got lucky and were able to get a reservation at the bar for their omakase and I love that it was such an interactive and fun time with the sushi chefs. I believe there are only about 3 time slots every night and there were only 7 people seated at the bar so highly recommend booking in advance! Each nigiri was so beautiful and delicious and they shared a little piece of knowledge for each fish. Many of these are probably fish I've never ate or will ever eat again in my life such as kama toro, special types of snapper, or barracuda. They truly know how to best prepare each nigiri so that the flavor of the fish is really enhanced, using ingredients like yuzu, fresh wasabi, etc. It was so special to see them prepare our meal and they were hilarious. This meal is definitely one of the most memorable ones I've had in Seattle and I'll never forget how magical it was to eat the kama toro!! It was my favorite! I will definitely be back to try the table omakase which also looked so delicious! read more

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Wow what a treat! So glad we're able to get a reservation to this establishment during our visit to Seattle. Everything about the Omakase meal was exceptional. All the fish was prepared beautifully. The waitress explained which order to go when eating the fish. Street parking can be a pain in the butt so get there early before your reservation so you can find parking. The place was semi small, there seemed to have been more seating in the back but I didn't really see. In the front it looked like it fit about 25 at the tables and maybe 8-10 at the bar. Wish we were able to do the Omakase at the bar but those reservations got snagged up pretty quick. Will return for the $85 Omakase if I'm ever in Washington again. read more

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What a great experience! Had the omakase which was 15 pieces for $140/person, which may seem expensive, but for the number of pieces and the quality of fish makes it worth it! From start to finish was quite a memorable experience. The chefs there were very knowledgeable and overall enjoyable to watch. They were funny and basically made the overall experience so much better! The sushi alone was the star. Every piece was so good on its own! Everything was so soft and melts in your mouth like butter. I can't describe how amazing the sushi was! Definitely must try! read more

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Grabbed a last minute reservation omakase dinner for two on a Friday night. Not only is the quality of their fish good, but everything from service to price were also amazing. Since we were unable to secure bar seating, our omakase came in courses with multiple pieces at once. The fish to rice ratio was perfect and we left feeling extra full. The $20 premium course add on was also delicious and definitely worth the price. I will definitely be back to try their counter seating omakase! read more

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I've always wanted to have an omakase experience, but the huge price tags on them always scared me off. To find one at $85pp seemed like a dream come true. Thanks to a friend, who's a Seattle local, for telling us about this place, we were able to have our first omakase experience without breaking the bank. So does the "lower" price tag mean lower quality? Absolutely not. My husband and I found all of the pieces of nigiri we received to be some of the freshest fish we've ever had. The tasting menu consisted of 5 courses, with 3-5 pieces of fish each course, totaling about 19 all together. We added on the black cod kasuzuke appetizer, and between the 4th and 5th course, you have an option to add on more nigiri pieces from their ala carte menu. We decide to add on the butterfish nigiri. We finished strong with their tiramisu. We loved every bite we had, our favorite had to be the 3rd course which was the bluefin tuna 4 ways. Overall, our first omakase was just wonderful and a huge thanks to the lovely staff that congratulated us on our nuptials! read more

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This is your sign to go... Shiro's is so so so good and their service ... amazing!!! Prior to my visit, my partner went online to do reservations. We came in around 5:30 and had a reservation for 6 PM, but luckily there were seats available! The restaurant can either be pretty casual or you can dress up! We were seated in the back room, in the corner of the restaurant & I was honestly worried that we wouldn't really be noticed... but the service was so great and accommodating! The hostess noticed that I was left handed and asked the chefs to plate my dish Left to Right rather than the traditional way (Right to Left). The fish is so fresh and the flavors are so simple but delicious. The presentation of each course was put together so nicely as well! My favorites were the pieces with Yuzu and Salt, and definitely the blue fin tuna pieces (3rd course). This is definitely a restaurant somewhere I would recommend another person to visit if they are visiting Seattle. read more

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Shiro's was delicious - each of us got the 19-piece omakase where we sat at the table. We also ordered the Black Cod Karaage and both Hojicha desserts and were impressed with how amazing they were. Some of the cuts weren't the best but we're getting a discount at the table rather than the chef's bar. I'd come back for sure when visiting Seattle! read more

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We made reservations at Shiro's for 8:00 PM on Monday for a party of 2. We did the Chef's Choice Sushi Course, with a bottle of "Bride of the Fox" sake, and added the Premium Option to our 19 pieces. This was a decadent meal! Their selection of fish was very fresh, and we enjoyed every bite. The detail in even the dishware we were served with was exquisite. We also ordered the Mt. Fuji salmon piece for a pop of yuzu! I have never eaten nigiri sushi in this way before, and I absolutely loved this experience. I think that picking favorites is very subjective to the individual. The highlights for me were the sea urchin (I say this as someone who dislikes sea urchin but LOVED it here), the bluefin tuna 4 ways, and the Madai. With that being said, I did not have a piece that I disliked. I appreciate that we were given an order to observe eating our dishes in for the best flavor. We ended with the Shiro's Hojicha Tiramisu for something sweet. This was definetly worth the hype and we would love to come back again! read more

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Such an amazing experience! The omakase chefs took great care of us and we had a great time. Sit at the bar for the best experience. All of the staff were very friendly. The food quality was amazing with great portions. Our favorites were any of the tuna, snapper, and uni from the nigiri section. We had a lot of laughs and better food. Would come again! read more

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A lovely low key anniversary celebration. We enjoyed the chefs choice sushi course. We were seated close enough to hear the chef table omakase. All food was fresh combined with explanations of the dishes and instructions on how to eat. The hot teas, crispy shrimp heads, and matcha tiramisu were pleasant surprises. Packed with flavor. The restaurant is small but efficient with very knowledgeable staff and chefs. read more

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Has a great night there with my wife with Taro and Kuroshi San! We were in town visiting from Singapore and was craving sushi. Was pleasantly surprised with the omakase menu offerings of fish that were very atypical of American sushi restaurants and more akin to what you would get in Japan. Everything tasted great and you get a great education on the fish and where they came from! They know what they are doing! Can't recommend this place enough and kudos to our sushi chefs who made the night a pleasure. read more

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It's been a few years since I've been here but this place never disappoints! Our server was so sweet and friendly when explaining the flavors and location from which the fish came from. The omakase included 19 pieces split into 5 courses which had a great variety of fish. read more

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I was really looking forward to trying Shiro's, and it was great, but I was still a tiny bit disappointed. I think for the price (over $300 for two people after drinks and tip) I have had better selections at other sushi restaurants in the city. If I come back, I will try the sushi bar instead of the table experience. The restaurant wasn't super high end in terms of ambiance, but in a way that just helped it feel more authentic - like many normal sushi restaurants in Japan. My favorite piece was probably one of the fatty tunas. My least favorite was the shrimp. read more

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*Yawn* another 5-star review. Like this restaurant needs any more of these? Fairness demands I join the chorus. THE ROSES: Roomy, well-laid out space. Efficient and very knowledgeable staff. I particularly like how they go to the trouble to describe each dish and tell you how to eat it. I know there will be those who bristle at this, but I've traveled extensively in Japan, and I really appreciate the tutorial, because I'm not too proud to admit I don't know what I don't know. The main thing is the food. The sushi here is simply the best. I realize Seattle is actually a pretty good sushi town, and you may find Shiro's equal here, but you won't find better. Shiro's owes its longevity to its refusal to succumb to the temptation to 're-invent the wheel'. There are no cutesy culinary affectations here, no 'fusion' this or 'deconstructed' that. They honor the traditions of sushi, the ingredients and techniques. They take the best components and create great sushi using flawless technique. THE THORNS: No dedicated parking. Dining space is a little loud. THE VERDICT: There will always be some 'Enfant Terrible' who will hit the scene and attract the scenesters and those chasing the Next Big Thing, but long after your celebrity chefs like Morimoto and Shota Nakijima have come and gone, I predict Shiro's Sushi will still be here, doing what it does best for a sophisticated clientele who knows a good thing when they taste it. Highest recommendation - get in here! read more

Amazing!!! I went for the table service with my friend for her birthday. We were both blown away! Omakase experience, at a reasonable price point. The fish quality is outstanding and the wait staff was so joyful and attentive! Perfect for a nice dinner read more

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Great service and decent ambience for the price. You come for the food! The servers really take the time to explain each piece and how to enjoy to its maximum. The place seems to have a set menu only with option to order additional limited items as add ons, no complaints excellent taste, texture and display! read more

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Shiros always has good cozy vibes + high quality food + great service but it blew my mind with its restaurant week menu this time around. I was able to make a reservation the day of on a weekday and we got a 5 course nigiri sushi totaling 19 pieces per person for 65 dollars. We added chawanmushi and hojicha tiramisu as a add on and they were an absolute delight. We ordered a regular chawanmushi but it accidentally came as the upgraded version which we got for the price of a regular one! Im glad they messed it up because the uni & ikura were extremely fresh and i wouldnt have gotten to taste it in chawanmushi otherwise. The presentation, quality, service were consistent as my previous visits and i couldn't be happier. They have a spacious waiting area which is a huge plus. I can't wait to come back soon! read more

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