Maneki was delicious! We made a reservation in advance. The staff were attentive but also gave us space. The food was flavorful, and aesthetically pleasing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yuqing Wang
The black cod collar w/ miso was insanely good — super flavorful, perfectly cooked, and basically the kind of dish you keep thinking about after you leave. The takoyaki was also a win: crispy outside, soft and creamy inside, and just straight-up addictive.
Vibes are cozy and classic (in a cool, lived-in way), and the staff were friendly and on it.
Only meh moment for us was the unagi kama meshi — it was fine, but compared to the cod collar and takoyaki it didn’t really stand out.
Still, 100% worth it. If you go, don’t skip the cod collar. ★★★★★
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Xi Lai
Atmosphere is pretty ok. The food is emmmm. As Japanese food, doesn’t keep the original taste. Either too sweet or too much oil. Would be an epic experience for people curious about Japanese food. But that’s it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Trypp Adams
I tried Maneki for dinner. Service was exceptional, food was fantastic the main dining room is a little worn and tired. I'm sure if you had one of the tatami rooms and didn't mind sitting on the floor, you would give the atmosphere a 5. I had the Sakura salad (delicious) otoro nigiri or super fatty tuna belly(amazing) and the black cod collars (good but lots of bones and messy)
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thad Caperton
Was zooming around Google Maps looking for a new place and found this amazing historic gem! Was greeted by the most adorable sweet host who found a seat for me even though it was busy and I didn't have a reservation, and was quickly waited on by an equally friendly server. Felt like I was outside of Seattle people were so friendly, which was refreshing. I had Age Dashi Tofu, Yakitori (salted) and a Chirasho Bowl and everything was just perfect. Can't wait to come back. 🤤
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lara Schneider
Been coming here off and on for years. My last visit was good, but I was shocked at how much prices have gone up, for such a humble place. Hopefully that's because of the new minimum wage laws, but when other higher end places are charging 15-20 bucks and this place is charging 30 bucks for the same item, I'm not sure what's going on. Most of the food was still really good. The pork cutlet was dry as a bone though. Chirashi was good. Black cod tasty. Salmon nanban was served cold, which was a bit disappointing because the picture in the menu look like it was nice and hot after being fried. But as I understand it now, it is meant to be served cold. Not sure I'll be back again, because times are financially tough, but I wish them the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jesse B
Great place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keith Gormezano
A little noisy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Qu Zhonghua
Service is good but the food is not impressive to say the least. The vegetable salad has a smell of rotten fish, gyoza is sub-par and unagi is too soggy for me. Price is premium but experience is so so.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Angie
Maneki was hands down one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. Jean was an incredible host—so friendly and knowledgeable. She took the time to sit with us and explain different sakes as we’ve been searching for one similar in flavor to the one we enjoyed during our visit to Beppu. Jean was also so much fun to talk with!
The food was a 10/10—authentic, flavorful, and instantly took us back to our time in Japan. We loved Maneki so much that we made another reservation before flying home.
We’re not locals to Seattle, but this spot will definitely be on our list every time we return. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Really delightful. Great food and wonderful service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cassandra Okutani
Amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eddie Wang
Pricey, but very traditional and well-made Japanese food. Large menu selections. For a part of four may require 2 to 3 visits to be able to try everything on the menu. Street parking only come early to look for parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jeremy shen
Came with a large party and ordered a ton of things, and they were all delicious! Our server Anthony went above and beyond, giving us great recommendations and generally taking good care of us. Overall an excellent experience in every way
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Ye
I loved everything about this restaurant! The atmosphere instantly transported me — I almost felt like I was back in Asia. Relaxing ambience, delicious home-style cooking, and warm vibes all around. This will definitely be a must-visit spot every time we’re in town! (Btw, the text reservation is very easy and efficient!)
Maneki was delicious! We made a reservation in advance. The staff were attentive but also gave us space. The food was flavorful, and aesthetically pleasing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The black cod collar w/ miso was insanely good — super flavorful, perfectly cooked, and basically the kind of dish you keep thinking about after you leave. The takoyaki was also a win: crispy outside, soft and creamy inside, and just straight-up addictive.
Vibes are cozy and classic (in a cool, lived-in way), and the staff were friendly and on it.
Only meh moment for us was the unagi kama meshi — it was fine, but compared to the cod collar and takoyaki it didn’t really stand out.
Still, 100% worth it. If you go, don’t skip the cod collar. ★★★★★
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere is pretty ok. The food is emmmm. As Japanese food, doesn’t keep the original taste. Either too sweet or too much oil. Would be an epic experience for people curious about Japanese food. But that’s it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
I tried Maneki for dinner. Service was exceptional, food was fantastic the main dining room is a little worn and tired. I'm sure if you had one of the tatami rooms and didn't mind sitting on the floor, you would give the atmosphere a 5. I had the Sakura salad (delicious) otoro nigiri or super fatty tuna belly(amazing) and the black cod collars (good but lots of bones and messy)
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was zooming around Google Maps looking for a new place and found this amazing historic gem! Was greeted by the most adorable sweet host who found a seat for me even though it was busy and I didn't have a reservation, and was quickly waited on by an equally friendly server. Felt like I was outside of Seattle people were so friendly, which was refreshing. I had Age Dashi Tofu, Yakitori (salted) and a Chirasho Bowl and everything was just perfect. Can't wait to come back. 🤤
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Been coming here off and on for years. My last visit was good, but I was shocked at how much prices have gone up, for such a humble place. Hopefully that's because of the new minimum wage laws, but when other higher end places are charging 15-20 bucks and this place is charging 30 bucks for the same item, I'm not sure what's going on. Most of the food was still really good. The pork cutlet was dry as a bone though. Chirashi was good. Black cod tasty. Salmon nanban was served cold, which was a bit disappointing because the picture in the menu look like it was nice and hot after being fried. But as I understand it now, it is meant to be served cold. Not sure I'll be back again, because times are financially tough, but I wish them the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A little noisy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service is good but the food is not impressive to say the least. The vegetable salad has a smell of rotten fish, gyoza is sub-par and unagi is too soggy for me. Price is premium but experience is so so.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Maneki was hands down one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. Jean was an incredible host—so friendly and knowledgeable. She took the time to sit with us and explain different sakes as we’ve been searching for one similar in flavor to the one we enjoyed during our visit to Beppu. Jean was also so much fun to talk with!
The food was a 10/10—authentic, flavorful, and instantly took us back to our time in Japan. We loved Maneki so much that we made another reservation before flying home.
We’re not locals to Seattle, but this spot will definitely be on our list every time we return. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Really delightful. Great food and wonderful service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pricey, but very traditional and well-made Japanese food. Large menu selections. For a part of four may require 2 to 3 visits to be able to try everything on the menu. Street parking only come early to look for parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came with a large party and ordered a ton of things, and they were all delicious! Our server Anthony went above and beyond, giving us great recommendations and generally taking good care of us. Overall an excellent experience in every way
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I loved everything about this restaurant! The atmosphere instantly transported me — I almost felt like I was back in Asia. Relaxing ambience, delicious home-style cooking, and warm vibes all around. This will definitely be a must-visit spot every time we’re in town! (Btw, the text reservation is very easy and efficient!)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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