The udon here is quite good! This place definitely gives the vibe of a hidden gem. Seating was…read moreeasy, parking nearby street is free on Sundays. I ordered the tomato beef udon. The udon were really good but if you let them sit for a long time they get a bit soggy and lose their texture, mainly a concern if you eat really slow though. Broth was also great, just a tiny bit of spice really added to it Overall I'd definitely come back here!

I've been to Azuki at least five times from September 2025 to now and genuinely like this place…read more Udon is my favorite noodle and I love handmade ones with irregular thickness. Writing this sucks and also I feel like I'm giving a completely honest and fair review of last night (Friday, June 19, 2026) from 7 to 8:30pm ish. Two hairs - one in my kaisen champon, one in my partner's niku udon. A dead bug in the niku udon. A staff member walking the floor actively bleeding from his nose with a napkin stuffed into it. Any one of these on its own would have been a rough night. All three in the same meal is something else ‍ The kitchen is small and open so you can see and hear everything, which meant we also got a front row seat to the chef yelling at his staff multiple times throughout the evening. The team was clearly working hard and seemed genuinely understaffed, but the kitchen felt like it was coming apart at the seams. We were in line to order for about five minutes, during that time we heard the employee at the register say to the man in front of us that there is no more summer special cold udon flight. Bummer, but totally understand. The menus are acrylic boards at the ordering counter, there were two for the two specials and they were left up when we went to order. The employee told me that unfortunately they have run out of the other special (not the flight). She turned around to do something else for a bit, came back, so I ordered the flight and she said they don't have that either. LOL okay!! No worries! I asked if any of the udon can be made cold? She asked the head chef. He yells back that he has no time for this. Like a good one minute lecture, yelling at the staff. So sorry I made him yell at this poor girl I ordered kaisen champon and my partner ordered the niku udon. We waited for a good 30 mins for our food. Fine we like each other enough to spend time with each other and can clearly see it is chaos in the kitchen. We get our food. We didn't get utensils with our food, and were told "I'll grab utensils for you, sorry about that" So we just sat there waiting for utensils. Food is good but there are hairs and a bug ‍ During our time waiting the water wasn't ever filled (it's self serve) so after our food came I asked for water three times, kept getting "I'll refill it". The chawanmushi showed up 20+ minutes after our food, basically as we were finishing. And they don't have to-go containers, which fine, but worth knowing. I've given this place real chances. Last night felt like a hygiene issue, an understaffed kitchen, and a service breakdown all stacked on top of each other. Usually we go during lunch so maybe that's my recommendation moving forward - I'm giving this place a rest from the rotation for now.

Once you are prepared to splurge on your party, then go for the chef's choice for sushi and…read moresashimi. I have never tasted anything better. Sushi that melts in your mouth. So fresh and artfully prepared. Simply the best. Our tab was $200 without drinks for two people as we also had tasty veggie tempura and an appetizer. Next time, spend more on fish. Skip the other stuff, and if you run out of cash, go eat ramen elsewhere.

For the price point of this place, I expected something special but the sushi here was just…read more.. fine. Everything was very fresh, but I wish there was more flair. We came for Valentine's Day and each table had a pink, red, or white Glassybaby which I thought was very cute. Our server was very nice and the food came out very quickly despite the holiday. We got the chirashi, combination sushi, toro nigiri, salmon nigiri, tuna nigiri, and 3 rolls. The rolls only came with 4 pieces, which is really like half a roll in my opinion, and the nigiri felt dense like there was a lot of rice compared to the fish ratio. The chirashi and combination sushi came with miso soup which was nice. The total came out to around $200 with tip, which I thought was a little pricey for the amount of food. Again, everything was very fresh but nothing really stood out.

Incredible food and service. We were looking for a neighborhood sushi restaurant with a high…read morequality to cost ratio and this place hit it out of the park. The dishes clearly are crafted with care and creativity. Laid back atmosphere which makes for a perfect meal with friends.

Comfortable open setting and good food with a beautiful visual presentation. Service was welcoming…read moreand efficient and the food delicious.

Well played! The…read morefour of us used the waitlist process to get a table and it worked flawlessly. We encountered very friendly staff upon arrival/seating. As mentioned in other reviews, we also experienced a unique and relaxed atmosphere. They had some good local draft options to get started - which is good. We ordered the Bo La Lot Grilled Beed in Betel Leaf for an appetizer and we loved the combination of ingredients and taste. Our brides ordered the Chaca La Vong Wok Seared Tumeric Rockfish and they both enjoyed it. My son ordered the Pad Kee Mao and I went with the Reckless Fried Rice and we both devoured them! Our waitress (her name wasn't on the receipt) was outstanding....super friendly and patient with all of our questions regarding the menu.

Very attentive staff and cool decor inside. Had to wait for my whole party to be seated but had a…read morebeer at the bar which helps the time pass. The menu is pretty out there but the flavors on everything were excellent. I tried some of my aunts green beans and I can definitely say they were the best Ive ever had. So much flavor for something I'd usually never get as an app. I went with the five spice duck confit, which comes with a duck leg and thigh. Everything was delicious, noodles, bok choy, and the broth was killer. I drained it after I ate everything. Staff was really great and helpful, we had a kid in our party and they had no problem making a spiced up order of their kids noodles. Get the black sesame ice cream, it had a peanut butter flavor and was super creamy and smooth.

Visited Red Cow in Madrona last weekend and had a really nice experience overall!…read more A french style steakhouse nestled in Madrona, the place is warm and bustling--lots of energy, a little on the loud side, but in a good way. It feels like a neighborhood gem that still takes food seriously. Our server was super friendly, knew the menu inside and out, and made some great suggestions. Starters: we went with the Provençal Olives-ADDICTIVE, & The Salad Verte- Super simple just mixed greens, herbs, and a light vinaigrette. For mains we decided to split the 14oz Double R Ranch Center Cut Ribeye and it was phenomenal. Cooked perfectly medium rare, super juicy, and packed with flavor. Definitely on the pricier end, but worth it. The quality of the meat was top-notch. Paired it with the béarnaise sauce (which was creamy and herby and amazing) and their classic fries. The fries were crispy and well-seasoned--nothing too wild, but they hit the spot. Overall: Red Cow definitely knows its strengths--great steaks, simple but flavorful apps, and a cozy vibe. Not cheap, but it feels like you're getting what you pay for. Would absolutely come back, especially for that ribeye and those olives.

Really tasty food and excellent service. You have street parking. You may get wind chill when does…read moreopens. That is not great.

Delicious food, recommend the beats were delicious, octopus is so tender and the signature…read more iberico is a must. The Serrano ham was old not as good as iberico ham, would pass. Atmosphere was so fun upstairs. Recommend the counter experience. Service was friendly and fast. Can't wait to come back again

Absolutely amazing meal! We had the pleasure of sitting at the counter and were able to see the…read morechefs work. The esparragos asparagus with romesco sauce was a great starter. We also enjoyed the torrilla espanola but the stars of the night were the Iberico de bellota and the tarta de queso.

Quality of fish here is unmatched! We ordered poke, sushi bombs, and their sashimi plate. It all…read morecame out to be about $65 but honestly the quality and portions I felt were well worth the price. Their yellow tail and salmon here are especially fresh, I absolutely loved them. You walk in and choose everything, and there's tables outside. Service is nice and quick to serve! Poke bowls come with rice or salad and a side you get to choose.

This is one of the regulars in my monthly rotation. I love going to Seattle Fish Guys for their…read moredelicious poke and fresh seafood. Their salmon is especially excellent quality, and I love the yuzu salmon poke. I love getting a side of the unagi / eel as well. The choose-three poke is a huge portion and enough to feed two people - it's my go to. It's a counter service casual place with a few tables inside and outside. They have several parking spots in the basement as well. Definitely add this place to your list!!

Feels like home the minute you walk in the door. The ambiance, decor and warm greeting made us feel…read morelike we were at family gathering. The Sweet Potato Hoe Cakes should come with a warning. Warm, crispy, pillowy soft, sweet but not overpowering- I woke up the next day still thinking about them. 20/10. Order 2 of them, you will thank yourself later. The Pork Chop was huge and juicy. Pear chutney on top was a winner. The owner was a cool cat who circulated the room and engaged guests the waitresses were knowledgeable and attentive. Playlist: vibes. Unapologetically Black space. Love, love, love it. This is a can't miss stop next time ur in Seattle.

Had an awesome dinner at Communion last Sunday. Parking was challenging to say the least. There was…read morean underground parking lot across the street but it belongs to the apartment building apparently so we had to find parking several streets away. Started the meal with Sweet Potato Hoe Cake. This had cornbread like texture but felt softer, smoother, quite moist with a sweet honey butter syrup base. BBQ Shrimp tasted out of this world delicious: very fresh head/tail on shrimp cooking in garlic butter, Metier coconut porter. The good to the last drop sauce had bold flavors although quite salty, just perfect for dipping the focaccia in. Unc's Wing was equally endearing: rubbed in a 13-spice blend, with perfect crispness and plump, juicy flesh beneath the coating. Butter-basted cabbage was a rare treat: basted with butter that accentuates the sweetness of caramelized cabbage. Miso butter sauce a great match. The drink I ordered was less intriguing: Kinfolk (bourbon, Jamaican, rum, Cynar, and pecan liqueur) was bourbon heavy, very balanced nonetheless just not memorable. The chocolate truffle was the only item we did not enjoy: it had hard shell and very dense filling.