50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Kenmore

“Do not confuse old and dumpy with dirty.

Shame on everyone who said that this is dirty. It is a clean, dumpy, and old dining area.

And there is a proper urn of brewed tea to enjoy with your meal for free. The tea is fragrant and wonderful and a necessary part of an Asian meal, at least here where I am in America.
Drinking diet Coke with teriyaki is low and contemptible. I asked for tea at one of the popular chains and they charged me 6 bucks for a cup of hot water and a tea bag. That offended me vastly.

This is not a chain. The food is as good or better than the chains and somewhat greater value. The large portion has 3 skewers of meat rather than 2.

My large entree was under 20 bucks and no one charged me 6 bucks for a tea bag and a cup of hot water. Instead I sat at a nice clean old dumpy table and quaffed several cups of very nice properly steeped tea while enjoying a nice beef teriyaki.

This is a feather in Kenmore's cap.“

“Apparently the old Ikiiki Sushi is now replaced by the new "Toma Sushi." The menu has changed significantly, and the food looks much more delicate than before (yes this is opinionated). We got what they called the Sea Turtle roll and the Unagi Don. They are a bit on the pricier side but the taste is solid. The restaurant is very clean and the service was great. Would visit again.“

“The restaruant is alright as far as decor and ambiance. Photo's of the menu are out of date so I will leave one with this review. I got the teryaki chicken skewer and a side of miso soup. The teryaki chicken was alright, grilled properly, but missing any real teryaki flavor. The teryaki sauce that came with it was bitter and watered down, not really good for dipping. The miso soup would have been much better if they used seaweed flakes instead of bitter chopped spring onion. The bitter onion taste did not mesh well with the miso and pretty much ruined it. I would recommend changing your soup garnish and using thicker sauce for the dipping cup and when cooking.“

“I love Sushi Kappo Tamura and Taichi!! I have a hard time eating sushi anywhere else.“

“A very nice experience today with nice service and nice ambience. I'm not a big sushi fan but there are many other nice options too here. 5 out of 5.“

“Wow, just wow. My fiancé and I ate here for dinner today, and we were absolutely blown away by the quality of the ingredients and the precision that went into the presentation of the small plates. The fact that Sakana Sushi serves its food at such an affordable price adds an additional point of praise. Eating here is a must if you want to have a gourmet sushi experience without breaking your wallet!

P.S. The matcha tiramisu is a must try!“

“Overall the food was mediocre. Went there seeing their ad on Instagram. There was a line to get in. The appetizer we ordered was more than the entrée. We liked the appetizer. Two meal, appetizer and one beer was over 100 dollars. Wouldn't recommend it unless you really like pork or chicken. They don't serve any beef.

Parking: Be sure to be there early as parking can get full quickly.“

“This was, without a doubt, the best sushi I have ever had in my life. I would go here every day of my life if I could.“

“Grilling is n art Issian has mastered . This is why we- my family and friends- love this place.“

“Was such a great experience. The people working there were so incredibly kind and welcoming. They didn’t rush us at all with our order and the food came out so wonderfully…
The aesthetic of the food itself was already to my absolute liking but the food itself… was… SO GOOD almost better than it looked. Everyone was greeted with a smile and I had such a wonderful experience. 10/10 would recommend.“

“Foodies, this is a must try if you are ever in the area. Most sushi houses have a hard time getting Uni, but we had 4 dishes with fresh Uni in it. You won't regret it.“

“It's our second time here, and we're obsessed! The skewers are ?, especially the negima —totally drool-worthy ?. The vibes are super chill, and the staff is super friendly. If you're into Japanese food, you gotta check this place out!“

“Wow, a Japanese owned gem kaisendon place!! Takeout only but the small interior waiting space is modestly decorated and nice. The staff is kind; the salmon ikura don is amazing!! Already thinking about the next visit when I’m eating this bowl :)“

“Great food, broad Japanese food menu and saki options. Good flawless service. Tiny space plan for it. Also bring your Covid vaccine card or recent test.“

“I went here last month for a birthday dinner for a friend and they treated our group with so much kindness and we all loved the food! I went back again last night with a friend and the food and service was again top notch. Might be one of my favorite sushi places in Seattle now.“

“This is my second time coming here. I will definitely come back again. I got the shrimp fried rice and the salmon lover’s roll. I have to say this is one of the best fried rice I’ve in a long time. Staff is very attentive and the restaurant has a great atmosphere“

“Service is ON POINT !!!! Food is amazing and our waitress is amazing ! We had to bring our little one last min because child care wasn’t available. But they kindly accommodate my little one and gave her some cooked sushi !!! We really appreciate it ! We definitely will come back for a different menu because their menu changes every month ! I recommend anyone coming over to try it if they want an authentic Japanese meal in Seattle !!!“

“Toyota Sushi is a gem in our community! As a family-owned business, they truly go above and beyond to make every visit special. Their food is consistently amazing, with fresh ingredients and beautifully crafted dishes that never disappoint. The service is top-notch—always accommodating, friendly, and attentive to every detail. I've been a loyal customer for a while now, and I can confidently say I've never had a less-than-excellent experience here. If you're looking for a sushi spot that combines great food with warm, personalized service, Toyota Sushi is the place to go. Highly recommended! Five stars all the way. Ps. We love our Tia Helen ❤️“

“We catered food from here for our clinic’s annual picnic today! Despite the chilly weather due to the rain, they thoughtfully prepared warm curry in thermal containers and provided food of the highest quality, which deeply touched all our staff and families. Everyone kept asking where the restaurant was and took the business information. Even people passing by in the park asked where we got the catering from! The unagi donburi was top-notch, and the curry, chicken katsu, and shrimp katsu were perfectly crispy. I love their food and service!!“

“This is easily some of the best Asian food I've ever had!!!We got the teriyaki chicken, orange chicken and the honey Korean fried chicken and 2 sushi rolls. The portions where amazing for the price and all the chicken was super tender. The staff were super nice and they Evan gave us a stir-fried vegetables on the house. Plus the atmosphere of the place was great. This is easily a 5/5“

“Great personalized service and Japanese Fine Dining experience!!! Love the card Sai prepared! This is the best Omakase experience!!! Also with limited seating for each night, we finally can dine out without fear of Covid! Definitely will visit again!!!“

“I’m super picky with raw fish, and this is the best fresh poke I’ve had in Seattle.
I came back multiple times for the scallop and I will come back again and again.
The portion and quality have stayed consistent over the past year I’ve gone, and the service is super friendly.
Love, love, love this place!!!!“

“Excellent sushi. Great and fast staff with easy menu on app ordering.“

“Nice place,good service,good food“

“There is a reason this is the highest rated Teriyaki restaurant in Woodinville. The presentation is perfect, the flavors are wonderful, the serving temperature was spot on. This is now my new go-to for PERFECT teriyaki. I highly recommend.“

“Wow this place is better the all the other sushi places I’ve gone to in the area. Not only that but the waiters are wonderfully friendly and even the ones sitting next to me of the clock were outgoing and helpful enough to avoid my clumsy ordering habits and point me in the right direction of good food. Strongly recommend the specialty rolls“

“Best sushi. Joe is an exceptional sushi chef. His support staff are incredible. Vintage stereo equipment and vinyl records on the walls. Don’t miss out.“

“Super clean restaurant and quick service! Most important of all, the food is phenomenal! Single best katsu curry in Lynnwood.“

“If you haven't been here yet you are missing out!!!!!! By far without an even close comparison this is the ABSOLUTE BEST teriyaki chicken and yakisoba anywhere in WA, OR, CA, and AZ. I know this cause I've lived all those places and have never found anything better anywhere else. When I left Seattle for a year I missed this place so much and gave up eating teriyaki or yakisoba till I came back cause everytime I tried any place else I never even ate half of the order cause I was so dissapointed. No joke this place is legit and super fast and one of the most consistent places for their quality cause it's always the same ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! FAMILY OWNED AND RUN ALL STAFF ARE SUPER NICE. PRO TIP CALL IN YOUR ORDER AND PICK UP CAUSE THERES LIMITED SEATING AND THEY GET CRAZY BUSY ALL THE TIME.“

“Pictures speak for itself. Yoshi's you have new local customers ? Your attention to detail and service was amazing. Everything was VERY GOOD?2 pc Crispy chicken egg rolls with sweet & sour sauce, 1 warm and fleshly glazed chicken teriyaki neatly hugged by aluminum to keep all the heat, sauces and oils together ?with fluffy double scoop rice on the side, 1 pork fried rice 'perfect in everyway'.. and the salads completed the package, a light sauce to accompany it. THANK YOU!!

Parking: Front store parking

Wheelchair accessibility: Front store parking with wheelchair curb accessibility.“

“The food here is delicious. Every time I come, I try a different dish and I’m never disappointed the spicy chicken. Katsu is fabulous and so is the teriyaki. The owners are some of the nicest people I have ever met and they always make sure the meal is satisfying. You also received a complimentary egg drop soup with every order if you dine in the restaurant.“

“This was so good. I can't remember the last time I had a conveyor belt before this. After the pandemic lots of sushi places closed. And when I found this one I was so happy. The mango cake was so fluffy and melted in my mouth and was pretty cheap. I was eating with 4 other people so it was expensive but so worth it. They had so many options there. And never before have I been to a place with a warm conveyor belt. It was so nice because they have cold options or room temperature options on top and warm options on the bottom. The service was amazing and were always asking what we needed and if we wanted water. I loved all of the fried things. I am very picky about my calamari but this was the best calamari I have ever had. The cheese bun, gyoza, and yakisoba were super good. I also wasn't sure if the ninja fruit roll were be good but it was so good! I definitely recommend this place for special occasions. Or if you really like sushi and Japanese food. I didn't get this but I saw that they even had Japanese soda! So I would recommend this place! ?

Kid-friendliness: They were very friendly and we dined with three kids“

“One of the best sushi restaurants I’ve been part of!“

“The best Teriyaki in Seattle.

I come here all the time for lunch and usually go with the beef teriyaki, or combo (chicken & beef).

The the staff are friendly, the food is prepared quickly, the portions are large, it's a great price, and it's always delicious.

Only their service hours could be improved as they are only open Tue-Fri, & close between lunch and dinner.

However, as long as the quality stays the same I'm okay with it!“

“Yo, this spot is a whole vibe ?

The sashimi hit different, like, every slice was mad juicy and tender AF!
I’m talking chef’s kiss ? .
The tempura? Crispy and light, had me feeling like a foodie god ?
And the aesthetic? Straight up Insta-worthy, I was snapping pics left and right ?✨
The staff was on point too, super chill and friendly—no awkwardness, just pure good energy.

This place is the main character, no doubt. If you’re not pulling up, you're seriously missing out.

Deadass, this is my new fave spot ??.

Friendly, fast, wide selection, OPEN LATE “

“Great foods and awesome service!“

“家庭的な居心地の良い日本料理店“

“If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Food is amazing. Restaurant is super clean and the staff are very kind. If you’re expecting low quality fast food, this isn’t the place for you. Everything is thoughtfully prepared, flavor is perfection, and the portions are generous. I never write reviews but Momos deserves it. Support local !“

“Been coming here for years. Nice staff and good food.“

“Had lunch today and as always it was fantastic! Assorted tempura appetizer to start. Then had assorted Nigiri and a couple of rolls. Hamachi was incredible. The other usual suspects, Maguro, Ikura, and Salmon were also exceptional as well. Thanks“

“Ordered Salmon box and it was so cute how it was displayed and for the price it was pretty good. It came with a bowl of miso soup and salad. We asked if we ordered online for pick-up if the soup/salad sides will come with it, and they confirmed they do.Udon noodles were nice chewy texture, the broth was very tasty and not bland.Mixed poke bowl was confirmed yummy by family member :)Fish tasted fresh and not fishy. We have a family member very picky on fish. She is not a fan of raw fish except for spicy tuna rolls. But tasting some of the mixed poke, she confirmed no fishy taste or smell, she was able to enjoy the food.Very cute small restaurant, went after 5pm on a Friday so it was not busy. But the road to get there was busy due to costco shoppersFeb 9, 2024 Friday 5pm“

“I usually get food from here to go but my girlfriend and I were looking for something last minute that she could eat (glyphosate allergy) and they have teriyaki tofu. The order size was incredible, with an extra side of tofu we could share the order in the future! The service was just incredible, such a nice friendly lady catering to our every need throughout the experience. A+++++

Dietary restrictions: Teriyaki tofu is wheat free“

“Shiki is our go to restaurant when we have events around the Seattle center area. Best to have reservations as the dining area inside is cozy. Wonderful menu and I love their miso soup as they use a darker miso paste which gives it a richer flavor. Highly recommended!“

“Always delicious and fresh. The tuna mayo is amazing. Also, the sweet potato salad is delicious. Everything is good on the menu. I haven’t found one thing that would be below great. It’s a cute spot too. The cocktails are also so good. If you get anything with yuzu in it you’ll be happy. One of my favorites is the yuzu drink with mezcal and firewater. Rie is awesome too!“

“Super quick, convenient spot to grab a delicious meal that is a solid value. I always get the chicken teriyaki, my Fiance loves the yakisoba. One of the few places in Fremont you can get a filling dinner for <$20

Parking: Usually a spot available, small lot with ~5 spots“

“食物很美味肉質很優 ，而且店員有很親切及專業的服務，我超喜歡！值得再訪“

“Chicken katsu: Yes
Chicken teriyaki: Yes
Sweet and sour chicken: Yes
House fried rice: YES

This one time I brought their house fried rice to a family party but I guess 3 other people had the same idea to bring fried rice so we had 4 different fried rice. My contribution had no leftovers. Everyone else's fried rice was put to shame and embarrassment.“

“OH MY GOSH. I love this place. The food is amazing. I got their General Tso’s chicken three days ago and I have had this one order for four meals now. The portions are enough for a family. And a salad with my meal too. Go here immediately, the people are nice, the food is amazing, no complaints.“

“Pleasantly surprised by this spot. Went in because the Mediterranean place I was going to try next door was super slow to even acknowledge me.
Friendly and chill guy, very generous amount of meat and it tasted good. I got the spicy chicken. They also have brown rice to sub and a couple Korean dishes and sides of kimchi for sale. If you’re looking for a quick and easy teriyaki spot, it’s definitely one of the better ones. I’ll be coming back for sure“

“The food serving size and prices are really good. I ordered the chicken tonkatsu bento, and it was a really good dinner. However, the service was bad. I kept waiting really long minutes away from ordering my food, getting my water refilled, and paying my check. After placing my order, the server also pulled the menu card so quickly that it hit my face. They seem to be severely short staffed.“