Kamei Japanese Restaurant

4512 California Ave SW, Seattle
(206) 923-1000

Recent Reviews

Pam S.

My family used to come here about 2 -3 times a month before Covid, it was my kid's favorite place for teriyaki . Just ordered sushi and chicken teriyaki from someone who acted like she was doing me a favor by taking my order, abrupt and unwelcoming. Currently to-go is the only option. My son couldn't eat it, said it tasted very bad after first bite. I tried a bite and just about gagged. Don't know if the chicken was bad or what. Teriyaki sauce almost tasted fishy like oyster sauce. I also ordered miso soup, tuna and cucumber roll. Warm and mushy cucumbers and the tuna roll only looked like a roll. The bottom half of all the rolls were open, the incomplete roll only looked like a full roll in the tray; once I picked up the whole "half" roll, everything fell out. After tasting the chicken teriyaki I didn't eat more than one piece of the warm tuna roll and didn't bother to open the miso. Threw everything away. What a huge disappointment. Seriously wondering if I'll be sick later, there was definitely something off with the chicken and sushi. Waste of money and will NEVER return.

Alicia Ekman

Edamame steamed to way past done in the takeout container which led to soft edamame. BF said teriyaki was mediocre. My asparagus roll was oddly heated, half was warm, half was cold. Overall underwhelming unfortunately. Would probably be better if it was dine inThe server was super nice though and they answered all my questions about the menu!

K Min

Their Agedashi Tofu and Mixed Vegetable Udon were a little disappointing and lacks flavor. The only thing I liked was the Hamachi Kama

Mari I.

My Japanese (and very picky) Grandma approves of this place so there's not much more I can say! Affordable and casual. A great local spot that's been around for ages

Bonnie M.

A great reasonably priced option in the neighborhood and the family who owns and operates it is also wonderful. Our family LOVES Kamei!

Cynthia T.

One of the best sushi spots in West Seattle and very reasonably priced. It's a cute little spot that is family owned and I love coming here to get takeout. My favorite go to are the seared salmon nigiri and the smoked salmon nigiri. A perfect place for lunch or dinner!

Chris T.

Awesome Sushi restaurant! I have been going here for nearly 10years, since I moved to West Seattle. The staff, all family I believe, are very nice and accommodating. The Sushi is always fresh and amazing, as is, the Tempura. I believe they are just take out at the moment, but well worth it.... Try it!

Maria Rossi

The tempura & sushi we're fresh & very tasty. Dinner portion sizes we're generous, too. We had a minor issue and the staff went above and beyond to make things right. Couldn't have been happier with our experience--will definitely be back!

Amber Mikluscak Champoux

Great service, great value, tasty food. The staff was kind and attentive when we placed the phone order, the food was ready on time, and the server was very polite and friendly when we picked it up. Thanks! We are sure to eat here again.

Nathan H.

Another exceptional meal here Saturday night.. not dine in unfortunately yet but still very good!! always fast friendly service and exceptional food

Drew Nonya

The lady on the phone was incredibly rude while I was trying to place a pick up order. I attempted to call back and speak to the manager, but she never picked up the phone and then blocked my number. I was nothing but polite, but she pretended she couldn't hear me and kept asking for me to repeat myself. After some difficulty she asked me to write down what I wanted to order and "just call back" in the rudest tone. Please explain how anyone can trust eating at a place that has that level of disdain for their customers. What a shame they have someone like that answering the phone. I'm sure it's a fine restaurant otherwise.

Sharine N.

They are open for to go orders only and allow one person in the restaurant at a time to pick up the order. When we arrived we were greeted by a friendly person and took our order. We only ordered a couple of rolls for my daughter and they were prepared quickly. The Ca rolls were tasty. I recommend calling in the order. It would be helpful to have someone pick it up while another person drives around the block since finding street parking was a challenge.

John B.

This place is amazing. The family here will always take care of you. Due to COVID it's only take out right now but trust me when I say it's still amazing IT IS. The flavors are always on point, the food is always great. Packaging is to the T, & it just shows with the welcoming you get when you come in.

Joe L.

Legit sushi and other traditional Japanese items. Prices are some of the best in the area, and quality is good. Always accurate orders, plenty of condiments, and very friendly.

Tasnim Khan

Love love love love their food! So authentic and delicious every single time. Sorry about only one photo as I couldn’t wait to start eating that I forgot to click pictures!

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