If there's any question in your mind about possibly coming here, bite the bullet and do it. I'm not…read morenecessarily a fan of soba since I haven't been exposed to authentic ways of eating it, so I was a little hesitant coming here but also knew I could count of going for tempura. We (group of 4) walked in on a Friday night without reservations and were able to join the waitlist with a 45 minute wait. It was an easy wait since they have a bar two doors down. We were seated maybe even 15 minutes earlier than their estimated time. We got sat at a counter in the back and had a great time. The tempura here was pretty good and tasted very fresh. I also had the waiter choose between the duck soba or the cream of morel and he absolutely blew my mind and reservations about soba out of the water with his choice. He surprised me with the cream of morel and it was so darn good and was scarfed down as quickly as it had come.

Kamonegi specializes in two things - soba first, and then tempura…read more It's a pretty small place with a large number of advocates - I had to make my reservation a few weeks in advance due to the limited number of eating / overall space in this restaurant. The first thing we had was the foie gras 'tofu' - which is only shaped like a tofu, but made up of foie gras mousse, in a dashi. This was pretty awesome. I've had foie gras at restaurants before, but never has it been this cheap - so I was unsure what to expect. And what I got was a flavor that basically matched what you would get if you paid five times the price for this. The intensity is just as strong; as is the richness, saltiness, and mouthfeel. The dashi adds that extra competing flavor. Obviously, it's easy to make foie gras taste good, but the fact that it's offered as an appetizer and such a cheap price point makes this possibly the best starter you can get anywhere in the city. The next thing was the black tiger jumbo shrimp tempura. This was alright. It was high-quality tempura, lacking oil and having the shrimp inside steamed very well, but the batter was pretty inconsistent and salt levels were missing. Also the sauce didn't really taste like anything. Next was the main dish - the soba. I opted for the namesake Kamonegi Seiro, which comes with the soba, plus a hot broth with duck breast and a duck meatballs on the side. This was pretty good. The soba noodles themselves is not the same quality as what I've had in Japan, but they're not bad. I do get a slightly nutty flavor. The broth was much better. It was salty to the absolute maximum - providing a punch of flavor that complemented the noodles very well. Both the duck breast and duck meatball were super juicy and flavorful. Rather than dipping the noodles in the broth, I found it (possibly sacrilegiously) easier to put some noodles in the broth and eat it like ramen. Unlike a thick ramen broth, this was very clear and light, being primarily dashi/shoyu based. For dessert, I had something I did not expect to see on the menu - Oreo tempura. It's practically impossible to make this not taste good. The frying steams the inside of the oreo such that it melts but not fully, and the light batter on the outside gives a crunch that works. Also, it just feels a lot better to eat than the deep-fried oreo you get at fairs and such. The price of most things is pretty expensive here. It ended up being roughly $65/person here, for our four total items. Overall, this is a very high-quality Japanese restaurant, provided you stick to the soba. 8.5/10

Amazing sushi with a broad and creative selection of vegan rolls, especially the spicy California…read moreroll. Avocado is creamy and tastes very fresh. Curry rice entree is also delicious. We have ordered take-out and delivery several times and it never ceases to impress us.

Rainbow roll and Chirashi are in my regular rotation. Chirashi is a little pricey but it's worth it…read moreif you're really craving a lot of big fat pieces of sashimi. If you want a variety of fish but not go as hard as chirashi, I recommend the rainbow roll. I have a feeling Kamakura is not run by Japanese people, but it's still very good. People working here are quite nice, and I appreciate their service. With that being said, the only thing I don't recommend getting from here is the karaage. I need to write this down for myself because I keep forgetting. I believe they used to make the chicken pieces bigger, but now each piece is really small and it's more like popcorn chicken than karaage. They should actually consider renaming it popcorn chicken, really.

Great ramen spot in Fremont! Foods are fresh and tasty, and reasonably priced…read more We ordered spicy pork ramen, spicy miso ramen, multiple sides and a beer. Great staff too. We had a great experience and will be back.

Went on a food tour of Pike Market and the chef said to check out Ramen in city before we leave. My…read moredining companion picked out this place to try while in Freemont. The menu offers a variety of ramen, chicken karate and other small dishes, beets and other drinks. We tried chicken ramen on the hot list and then a summer special with cold noodles with pork. Both were just okay for us compared to what we get at home in LA. Nothing really standout taste-wise. The service was great though and so was the atmosphere. Reasonable pricing.

This place is a treasure. The whole experience was one of being welcomed and cared for. That alone…read morewould be enough to give this place five stars in my book. I had the Osaka Dog, which I would like to suggest a name change for, because I'm whimsical. How 'bout "Osaka Doggo"? LOL Ok, ok. It was, really really good. So yummy!!! The beer and sake were also delicious. Seriously, thank you so much for the recommendations. :-)

If you find yourself in Seattle, Hannyatou is an absolute must-visit. It is the kind of place that…read moremakes me wish I lived right around the corner just so you could stop by every single day. The service is consistently fantastic, and the staff is incredibly knowledgeable. If you're a fan of sake and shochu, you'll be in heaven they provide expert guidance on their selections, making it easy to discover something new and perfectly suited to your palate. The bar bites are equally impressive. While the entire menu is great, a few items are essential Sake Kasu Cheese Cod Liver rich and tasty and Takowasa just fantastic. Whether you are a seasoned sake enthusiast or just looking for high quality Japanese small plates, Hannyatou delivers a top-tier experience.

A new favorite sushi spot emerges!…read more Sushi Taiyo is a rare gem that treasures the art of sushi without breaking the bank. Really impressed with the sushi here. The rolls have a great rice-to-fish ratio, and the fish itself tastes very high quality. You can tell they're actually paying attention to the balance of each piece instead of just loading everything up with rice and sauce. The nigiri was probably the highlight. Each piece had its own sauce, seasoning, or garnish that was clearly chosen for that specific fish, which reminded me of what you'd get at an omakase. It makes the nigiri feel much more thoughtful than the standard fish-on-rice you get at a lot of sushi places. It's also cute inside, definitely a good ambiance for a casual date at night. The restaurant is small enough that it's always easy to get service when you need it and the staff are friendly! Overall, this is a great middle ground between an expensive omakase and cheap everyday sushi. You get genuinely good fish and some of the care and attention to detail of a higher-end sushi restaurant without having to spend a ridiculous amount. They clearly respect the art of sushi here, and I'd definitely come back.

I honestly didn't know what to expect because I've been pretty spoiled when it comes to sushi after…read moreliving in both LA and Vegas. a lot of places in Seattle are rated highly but it feels like "good for Seattle" rather than actually good (minus the crazy expensive places). but this place was really good!! Everything tasted fresh, and I was especially happy that the rolls weren't overloaded with rice. The negitoro roll was great I ordered a bunch of different nigiri, and every single one was great. The fish tasted fresh, the portions were good, really yummy. I'd totally come back here again. Another big plus was how easy it was to get seated - I didn't have to wait at all, which is always nice for a good sushi spot. The space is super big, lots of tables, staff was warm. Overall, really solid sushi, good portions, and a very easy, enjoyable experience. Again I've been very spoiled but I would totally make this my go to spot over anywhere in else nearby!

Great take out spot!…read more Exclusively bowls but lots of topping and flavor varieties. We had the unagidon and the tofu bowl. Both were tasty and fresh! Service was fast and friendly even though they were quite busy.

Such a solid spot!…read more Was craving poke but wasn't feeling any of the options nearby so I landed in minato instead. I FN love anything sushi-related and esp dig salmon, hamachi, and ahi (if the ahi is imported from like Japan or Hawaii bc yooo why does tuna gotta taste so different depending on where it's from haha). This place offers allll that and more including a standard chirashi bowl and different combos of donburi and similar bowls. They were honest w me when I asked where they got their ahi from (staff said Mexico or the Caribbean) so I copped their hamachi and salmon bowl. Oooo hoooo that shi was gas tho. My only complaint is I wish there was more bc 10 pieces aint enough for a fatty like me lol. But pretty good value! Sushi rice was also solid. All dat was around $20 plus t/t.

You know a place is really good when you fly up from CA and choose the same restaurant each time…read moreyou're in Seattle. Their Chirashi has the freshest fish with plenty of rice. After entering and being greeted in Japanese, you place your order on a kiosk. With only a few tables inside, we decided to get takeout instead. Compared to other places, prices are just right. We'll be back the next time we're in the Pacific Northwest.

Aburi Sake Don: Delicious, loved the sear and the salmon. I've come back just to have this dish…read moreagain. Chirashi: The salmon and eel were yummy, but some of the other cuts of fish were not great and didn't taste so fresh. You order on a kiosk and sit down at a table. The inside seems kind of small, but theres a good number of seating available.

My bf and I ate dinner at Made in House during a quick visit to Seattle. We went on a Thursday…read morenight around 7pm and were able to get a table immediately without a wait. You order your food at the counter and tables are first come first serve. Although unlike other restaurants which make you order before grabbing a table, this place uses host-style traditional seatting. The employee directed us to a table, gave us menus, and told us to come back to the counter when we were ready. It's the best of the both worlds. The stress of finding a table after you've placed your order is removed entirely. To start we got the Glazed House Wings - half and half with the sweet spicy gochujang and the sesame soy. Both sauces were great, but personally I preferred the gochujang. The wings were perfectly crispy. For entrees, he got The Daily Plate, and I got the Katsu Curry with Chicken. Both plates were excellent - no complaints! The Katsu was hearty and filling, the Daily Plate was a unique experience of different flavors and textures. For dessert I got the Strawberry Panna Cotta. I love a panna cotta, and this was a good one. If I lived in Seattle I could totally see myself visiting here more often. Definitely recommend!

Made in House is such a cute little spot, and the food absolutely delivered…read more We started with the kimchi, which was bright, punchy, and a great way to kick things off. The wings were a favorite; crispy with this really addictive zing that kept pulling me back for another bite. The bibimbap was hearty, comforting, and properly filling, with plenty of texture and flavor going on in every bite. I also really enjoyed the kale tempura; light, crispy, and a fun addition that gave the meal a little extra crunch. Overall, a really enjoyable meal in a cozy setting. Flavorful, satisfying, and definitely somewhere I'd come back to.

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.

This place is awesome. The owner Tomo was extremely friendly and prepared every dish beautifully…read more The food tasted amazing and every drink tasted great. The Blue Hawaiian was my favorite and the curry was so good. This place also had Sapporo on draft which is one of my favorite beers and it was smooth and ice cold. I'd highly recommend this place if you are looking for a crispy, amazing tasting sandwich and with gasworks park only a few blocks away, it's a perfect spot to grab a sandwich to go and enjoy it at the park. Go support Tomo!!

*Ambiance was cool, clean and smelled great *Yuzu honey…read moresoda was great? But for $4 I would have liked my cup to be full and contain a little less ice / drink ratio *Fries were fine, the spice was nice and had a kick to it, I enjoyed the cut * skewers were chicken I believe but they were very fatty and chewy, not sure if it was pork instead but that's what it tasted like *Spicy chicken Katsu Sando was also extremely chewy chicken and had a fatty pork like texture and taste, also the spicy mayo was great but the Daruma sauce is not my style, like a eel sauce texture but the flavor was off for me personally, Expected different from all the crazy good reviews online but not someplace I would go to,