I have been to Watami a few times over the past couple months. They have never disappointed me. The food is always fresh, and rolling specials keeps me coming back to try new things. Their cocktail selection isn't vast, but what their cocktails are amazing. You have to try their Tempura, it is the best I have ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nigiri Sushi Set
Kirpa Kaur
Food was good. I ordered mango tango roll. I was here with a friend and we both liked the service. One of the customers at the restaurant was kind enough to pay for our meal. My friend and I are so grateful and wish that we could thank them in person.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Chuang
Super great food and customer service. Highly recommend!
Jennifer Wang
My go to restaurant for a fancier dinner or when I want to celebrate something. Consistently high quality and will always have a special place in my heart!
LACH
Had sashimi selection and chef gave us a variety of choices. Fish wasn't bad and you can taste the freshness.
Baked scallop roll leaves a lot for desire. Wasn't expecting small shrunk scallop mix in with mushrooms. Definitely would not want to order again.
Watami king roll was okay although portion is a bit on the small side.
Ice and fire roll was decent. No complaints there.
Tako wasa was on the bigger side. Could use stronger Wasabi flavoring.
Chicken karage had good seasoning. At most other Japanese restaurant it is serve with side lemon to add more zest but not here.
Service was good and waitress was friendly.
Environment wasn't noisy and sushi bar looks clean.
Demora Pringel
Fantastic food. Definitely would recommend if you are in the area!
Dee Rainwater
Biz dinner with Gabi and Amanda
Chuan
Food was good and some things are bigger portion than you think. The 9 pieces sashimi is actually way more than 9 actual pieces.
Service is average, they forgot some orders throughout the meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Fish Bowl
Cameron Procee
A delightful and affordable restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Savanah Wille
I love Watami and have been several times. I love the quality of their food and the care taken for each dish.
My only recommendation would be on the service side, as I've experienced this a few times. The servers are lovely and super friendly, but it can feel like you are being rushed out the door. The second I picked up the last piece of sushi, a server appeared to take away the plate. As I was swallowing my last bite, another server appeared with the bill without a question of if we wanted anything else like dessert, etc. At the lunch hour, I can totally understand wanting to rush people out the door since people may need to rush back to work, but for dinner, I think at least a 5 minute grace period is completely acceptable for people to wrap up their meals and conversations. Regardless, the food is spectacular, so thanks for even letting me have a seat!
Hands down the best sushi and sake in town, no debate! Definitely get what you pay for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ice & Fire Roll, Roll
Alex Churchill
Food was outstanding - the best nigiri/sashimi that I've had in a long time
Paris M
A hole in the wall in the kw area! Their service and food are incredible. They have blue find tuna which really blew us away!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ice & Fire Roll, Tuna, Jade Roll, Nigiri
Ivy W
The food is mediocre, and nothing exceptional. The fish is fresh enough, I would give it 3.5 stars. The kitchen staff constantly chatting with the owner. They complained about the AC is too cold, but the owner lady said it is not cold for her because she walks around. Sure, but the customers are sitting and not walking around in the restaurant. There wasn’t much service. Nobody came to refill our water throughout the lunch. The only time we got some smile was when we pay. The male staff was quite nice, I’m happy to tip him.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Victoria Rodrigues
A hidden gem in Waterloo! A perfectly unique and delicious sushi experience every time!
I have been to Watami a few times over the past couple months. They have never disappointed me. The food is always fresh, and rolling specials keeps me coming back to try new things. Their cocktail selection isn't vast, but what their cocktails are amazing. You have to try their Tempura, it is the best I have ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nigiri Sushi Set
Food was good. I ordered mango tango roll. I was here with a friend and we both liked the service. One of the customers at the restaurant was kind enough to pay for our meal. My friend and I are so grateful and wish that we could thank them in person.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super great food and customer service. Highly recommend!
My go to restaurant for a fancier dinner or when I want to celebrate something. Consistently high quality and will always have a special place in my heart!
Had sashimi selection and chef gave us a variety of choices. Fish wasn't bad and you can taste the freshness.
Baked scallop roll leaves a lot for desire. Wasn't expecting small shrunk scallop mix in with mushrooms. Definitely would not want to order again.
Watami king roll was okay although portion is a bit on the small side.
Ice and fire roll was decent. No complaints there.
Tako wasa was on the bigger side. Could use stronger Wasabi flavoring.
Chicken karage had good seasoning. At most other Japanese restaurant it is serve with side lemon to add more zest but not here.
Service was good and waitress was friendly.
Environment wasn't noisy and sushi bar looks clean.
Fantastic food. Definitely would recommend if you are in the area!
Biz dinner with Gabi and Amanda
Food was good and some things are bigger portion than you think. The 9 pieces sashimi is actually way more than 9 actual pieces.
Service is average, they forgot some orders throughout the meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Fish Bowl
A delightful and affordable restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love Watami and have been several times. I love the quality of their food and the care taken for each dish.
My only recommendation would be on the service side, as I've experienced this a few times. The servers are lovely and super friendly, but it can feel like you are being rushed out the door. The second I picked up the last piece of sushi, a server appeared to take away the plate. As I was swallowing my last bite, another server appeared with the bill without a question of if we wanted anything else like dessert, etc. At the lunch hour, I can totally understand wanting to rush people out the door since people may need to rush back to work, but for dinner, I think at least a 5 minute grace period is completely acceptable for people to wrap up their meals and conversations. Regardless, the food is spectacular, so thanks for even letting me have a seat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
Hands down the best sushi and sake in town, no debate! Definitely get what you pay for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ice & Fire Roll, Roll
Food was outstanding - the best nigiri/sashimi that I've had in a long time
A hole in the wall in the kw area! Their service and food are incredible. They have blue find tuna which really blew us away!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ice & Fire Roll, Tuna, Jade Roll, Nigiri
The food is mediocre, and nothing exceptional. The fish is fresh enough, I would give it 3.5 stars.
The kitchen staff constantly chatting with the owner. They complained about the AC is too cold, but the owner lady said it is not cold for her because she walks around. Sure, but the customers are sitting and not walking around in the restaurant.
There wasn’t much service. Nobody came to refill our water throughout the lunch. The only time we got some smile was when we pay. The male staff was quite nice, I’m happy to tip him.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
A hidden gem in Waterloo! A perfectly unique and delicious sushi experience every time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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