50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Mountlake Terrace

“Love the food, especially the combos! I love teriyaki as a whole, but this place really does it right.“

“Chicken teriyaki. Good. Fair price. “Salad” is just iceberg lettuce. There werent any other things in it, not even a hint of carrot… $4 for tea bottle too high. Service was fast. Portion size was good. Would eat again but would get drinks elsewhere probably or just bring my own water bottle. A couple seats outside would be nice. Too cold inside for my taste.“

“The texture, cor, taste, sauces, seasoning, moisture, softness of the chicken, the freshness of the vegetables, and the richness yet not too rich teriyaki sauce mixture is almost to die for! Well balanced dish (although I had extra chicken), and the atmosphere (me being alone in the restaurant felt kinda good, but it's a little forlorn). Why not many people eat at this location is beyond me, but I HIGHLY recommend eating here. True quality and real appreciation of Teriyaki. Next time, I have to try something else besides just teriyaki. :)“

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

“I don't usually write this kind of lengthy review, but this spot is a genuine gem that absolutely deserves more recognition.
I’ve been a loyal customer here ever since I found it. Hands down, this is the best food I’ve ever had.
The chef’s focus on every single detail in the dishes is simply better than what you get at a lot of those so-called high-end restaurants. The place might not be as flashy as some other ones, but the real quality is in the careful preparation and the plating of everything they serve.
The ingredients are obviously top-tier, but the real genius here is how they consistently nail the perfect balance of temperature, texture, and flavor. The more you know and enjoy food, the more you will appreciate the level of skill and care involved.
Moreover, I always appreciate the warm welcoming from the chefs and the staff.“

“We recently treated ourselves to AA Sushi and were super impressed by the food, service and ambiance. They had a wide selection of items that were expertly prepared and ready quickly! I was amazed to get an array of salmon rolls at an affordable price as part of their lunch special. The service was friendly and super helpful. I have been looking for a good sushi restaurant in North Seattle over the past two years and I think I have finally found our spot! We will definitely be returning.“

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

“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.“

“🥰🥰sushi、 ramen、Hibachi，Chinese wok“

“Delicious and affordable place not too far from Edmonds downtown. Owners are very friendly and kind, making sure they meet your needs. We wanted to make a take out order for the Kimchi Creamy Udon, and have the udon cooked separately since we were planning to have it the day after. They initially said they never done it before and said it might be difficult, but made an exception and prepared it in a way we needed it hearing that we lived far away. We cooked it the day after, it was delicious!!

We had LA kalbi teriyaki and fried chicken in the restaurant too. Can't go wrong with LA kalbi. We were surprised at the HUGE portion of the fried chickens. One comment is that the Yangnyum fried chicken had more sour taste to it than sweet for our palette (we're Koreans). Wasn't sure if it was just a one-off thing or if that's the taste they prefer.

Saw a lot of people dining in and making take out orders. Would recommend giving a try if you're in the neighborhood.“

“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.“

“Took a chance on this spot on DoorDash and extremely impressed, top contender with the best teriyaki I’ve had in Seattle. Chicken quality seems good, the cook on the chicken is great — not rubbery, not overly charred with black bits from the grill, the sauce is well balanced between sweet and salty. Found my new spot, will continue to order from here as long as they maintain the same quality standards.“

“A 5 star review of GO!! GO!! Teriyaki by Nancy W.:“

“The food here is absolutely amazing! I seriously did not know it was possible to sell such generous portions of fresh sushi at this price. My big back friend and I (also a big back) shared a family combo that was only $69 after tax that had 4 gigantic rolls and a boat-load of karaage. We weren't able to finish and had enough leftover for another meal. On top of all that, the service is super friendly and the atmosphere is nice and cozy. The staff were very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed, and more. I'm a self-certified sushi connoisseur and I can confidently say this is the best value sushi I've ever had by far. The salmon nigiri especially was super fresh and had blanket-sized slices of salmon. This is 100% a must-try restaurant.“

“I ordered for take out for the first time from Akebono tonight. I’m terrible about doing reviews, but I had to make a point to do it for Akebono. It was amazing!!!! This will definitely be my new go-to place to satisfy my sushi craving!“

“The food quality here is soo good! The fish was fresh and delicious. You are not able to dine in here just fyi. The woman that took my order was really helpful in explaining the menu and had a contagious smile. Highly recommend this spot for a fresh light bite!“

“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 ❤️“

“Every time we go to Ichi Bento, we always notice how nice and welcoming the staff is. The bentos are such a good deal, you get a lot of tasty food for the price. It’s one of our go-to spots, especially since it’s hard to find affordable, delicious eats in Seattle.“

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

“I’m a foodie and am a fan of gourmet restaurants. Sakuma is one of the BEST Japanese restaurants I’ve been to-ever! I’ve lived in Japan before. Sakuma’s so good that it’s like being back in Japan. 👍🏼 Itadakimasu, Totemo Oishi!!!“

“The food is tasty, especially for the large portions you get. I really like all the kimbap they have (especially the triangle tuna kimbap). It was properly seasoned with a good kick to it! This place deserves to be a lot more busier than it typically is.“

“I have been going to Ohana Teriyaki for years. Always great yaki. Today I went in to grab some take-out and found out that the owners sold to a new owner. I met him, he was working the front counter. Apparently it had only been 6 days since the sale. He kept the ENTIRE kitchen staff. I brough home our beef yaki and chicken katsu combos and they were great. It was delicious, hot and he got the orders out fast. Will continue to go to Ohana as long as the quality stays top notch. Highly Recommended.“

“so yummy Japenese food and fresh dishes😘😋😍“

“I really enjoyed the chicken fried rice here! It has a smoky flavor that makes it stand out, and the portions are generous. I also appreciated that they offer free refills and provide a self-service setup for sauces, including salad dressing and spicy options. It’s a convenient spot for a quick, satisfying meal. Definitely worth a visit!“

“The G.O.A.T. of teriyaki in the greater Seattle area. No-nonsense menu. Meats are always tender and the sauce is so good, not sickeningly sweet like some other places I've tried. Chicken is obviously the classic choice but honestly I think the beef might be even better!
Takeout only.“

“Absolutely phenomenal food and customer service is impeccable every single time. They pack your food so nicely and always punch a hole in the takeout boxes so your food doesn't get all condensationey and gross! Love this place so much.“

“Their fish is of superior quality compared to other Japanese restaurants in this area. I used to live in Japan for a long time so when I feel like eating Japanese food I always go to this one. I am a routine customer and I always order their salmon box, which they remember every time.“

“I’ve been going to this place for years. Possibly decades. It’s not fancy, but if you want good quick teriyaki made to order, ready to pick up on the way home (with an advance order)? This place is your spot.

The gyoza is done especially right in my honest opinion.“

“I’ve been coming to Nasai Teriyaki for just over 10 years for my Teriyaki fix, and they’re consistently the best around. It’s actually hard for me to eat teriyaki elsewhere because Nasai is just that good. Things are made to order (and they ask me for level of spice!), and the resulting flavor is perfectly charred and absolutely delicious.

I always get the spicy chicken & gyoza combo, but also love their chicken yakisoba. My household will always go out of our way to eat here when we have a teriyaki craving!

Easy strip mall location with a parking lot, and the folks running this small business are so kind and hardworking. I hope to continue to visit for many more years!“

“It’s the best teriyaki I’ve ever had! Huge portions, great service!!! The noodles had perfect seasoning and texture—super satisfying—and the rolls were amazing. The teriyaki goes without saying, so I highly recommend trying it yourself!
100% coming back!“

“Fantastic teriyaki spot! The food is delicious, fresh and not sparing in any of its ingredients. The pricing is unbeatable for what you get and salad is included with menu items that normally would not receive a salad elsewhere. You can't talk about this place without mentioning the phenomenal staff! They are very kind and very helpful. This is far and away my favorite teriyaki place!
PS try the combo yakisoba it is delicious!“

“I'll echo what other reviewers have said. Ive been here dozens of times and get the medium spicy chicken teriyaki every time. It's the most consistent and best tasting chicken and sauce of any teriyaki I've had. Very nice family who runs it too.“

“We ordered a lot of different types of plates including sushi. The sushi was amazing and so were all of the other dishes. Tempura was so light and crispy exactly the way it should be. We also ordered two desserts and they were unusual but absolutely perfect. Would definitely recommend this place“

“Their appetizers are so good I tend to get 2-3 instead of an entree.

- Agedashi tofu: simple but great, they just mastered this one
- The blackcod cheek is astonishingly good, basically half (the protein portion of) a fancy fish entree
- The vegetable or shrimp tempura: solid, high-quality instance of the category

There's also some sort of mountain yam slime option that I would get at least once, just because it's interesting.“

“Just went there for the Gyudon and it exceeded my expectations. It was very delicious and on the spot. Down side is nothing to do with the restaurant but parking. It is hard to find a good parking spot. However will be coming back but probably picking up the food rather than dinning in.“

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

“Wow Teriyaki is excellent. Great food and good portions. Ester gives great service she’s very friendly and personable. We have enjoyed dining at her restaurant for years . I’m so glad she is here in Lynnwood. Thank you for being so awesome!. “Mama.”“

“Just moved to the area from Bellevue, I've eaten at over 30 teriyaki places across the east side and Seattle. This place is insanely good and a crazy good value. Got the spicy chicken and a chicken katasu. Blown away at how well prepared the food was.

Friendly, fast service.

I will be coming back again and again to try everything on the menu.“

“Excellent customer service. Very professional and treated us like we belonged there. They showed appreciation for my sons birthday by bringing him ice-cream with a candle in it. Everyone in my family enjoyed the food. We will definitely be returning in the future. 💫💫💫💫💫 Five stars“

“So delicious! I love that the teriyaki sauce is secret homemade sauce AND available for purchase!!!!!! The portions are generous and the place is clean and always smells amazing!!!!! The waiter always changes the tv so my boys can watch kid appropriate shows!“

“Can’t even remember how many times I’ve been here! I’ve tried the chicken teriyaki, shrimp yakisoba, beef short rib… my absolute favorite is the chicken katsu!! I think I’ve had it over 10 times already, it’s sooo GOOD!!
The service is always great too, super nice and friendly:) Definitely recommend! Great prices and big portions!“

“I always love coming to this place because they always have great portion sizes and excellent customer service. I am a frequent customer and in my opinion one of the best teriyaki places in the area!! One of the many things I love eat here is the Korean fried chicken which is only available during dinner time it doesn’t need sauce to make it taste amazing but when you have it with the sauce it elevates the flavor more and each time I order anything from the menu, you can tell everything is fresh and piping hot when you get it! This business deserves more than 5 stars in my opinion and I recommend this place to all my customers at my place of work. 10/10 in my book!“

“Great foods and awesome service!“

“The food is amazing here and so is the service.“

“I’ve been coming here since I was in middle school. It was always our favorite teriyaki spot in Seattle because the family that first opened it was so friendly, and the food was always delicious.

I’ve seen it change ownership probably 3 times. The quality has gone up and down. Overall, it’s probably not as good as it used to be, but it’s still one of the better Seattle teriyaki shops.

Giving it a high rating in hopes that it remains in operation, and to hopefully motivate the owners to keep up the good work!“

“Possibly the best teriyaki you will find anywhere! I have been coming here for almost 13 years. The place is clean and well take care of. They've had the same employees for years so you know they take care of their workers. The food is very high quality, huge portions, and the service is fast, friendly, and very efficient. Tony and Grace are great people and really take pride in running a great restaurant.“

“Stopped in at this teriyaki shop for a quick bite while I was having a tire repaired at the shop nearby. I ordered a chicken teriyaki with a side of gyoza. The food was excellent, the chicken was tender with nice looking char lines from the grill. The gyoza was just the way I like it with the outside crispy and the inside juicy. The restaurant had condiments on the table including teriyaki sauce which I always appreciate. Overall great experience!“

“The food quality is not as good as it used to be. The sushi rice fell apart to the touch. Other foods were good. It was very busy with people waiting for seats to open. We felt uncomfortable to order dessert with people eying or table. Maybe the large number of costumers makes it difficult to maintain the quality of sushi...“

“Classic greater-Seattle area teriyaki place.
The portion size is on par with most places roughly three thighs two mounds of rice and a little iceberg lettuce salad.
The chicken was very lightly marinated, but fresh and chargrilled to a perfect juiciness.
A light sauce that hits the salty sweet balance of a teriyaki sauce, not thick or gloppy.
The gyoza are crisp and filled adequately no surprises there.
The menu is simple in comparison to most teriyaki places that have a wide range of other Asian fare, this was more straightforward.
Overall, a solid teriyaki joint and worth checking out.“

“I'm from Canada and was visiting Seattle when I came across this place. I ordered the spicy chicken, katsu, and beef — all of them were really good, but the chicken teriyaki stood out as my favorite. The flavor was incredible! The owners said they were from Japan, and you can truly taste the authenticity in every bite. It honestly felt like real Japanese home cooking. I’d come back to Seattle just for this food!“