50 Best Sushi Bars in Seattle

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

“Sushi Kashiba will provide you a memorable meal with the freshest fish. The chef are amazing of selecting and preparing amazing nigri sushi with wonderful hot dishes for your enjoyment. The omakasa is a must while a nice glass of sake or wine will pair well with your meal. Highly recommend and will be going back“

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

“Quite simply one of the best meals I have ever had, sushi or non. The food was utterly incredible, beautifully crafted with complex and intricate layers of flavors. From the opening bowl of clam and geoduck soup, through the salmon roe, incredible barracuda, mackerel, and salmon, to the final coronet of tuna, it was a phenomenal experience.

We sat at the counter, and the Itamae could not have been more welcoming. He explained every dish in detail, including how he crafted the various flavors. He let us taste sake, explaining how it complemented the dish. He discussed how he changes the menu with the seasons, getting fish from where it is best for that time of year.

From start to finish, this was just amazing. We'll be back in winter for my birthday. I can't wait to taste the changes“

“Sushi By Scratch in Seattle is quite an experience with each and every bite more amazing than the next. It's like a Speakeasy for sushi. Reservations are hard to get, and you walk up to unmarked doors and ring the bell. If you like sushi, you will never be happy with "belt sushi" ever again. From all the fish, wagyu, caviar and mystery ice cream to the teas, Japanese whiskies and hand-crafted cocktails. All of it pure art, I highly recommend!“

“Had an amazing 1st experience here. The sushi nigiri just got better and better as the night progressed.

Items to note: Miso Clam soup , wagyu Nigiri and uni nigiri

Great service. Reserve early as it get noisy later in the evening.“

“Spicy tuna, crispy rice, you’re tired and is chasing the dragon.“

“How special to get to experience one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in the country! Wonderful, classic Japanese dishes I’ve had a hard time finding in other parts of the US. Jean Nakayama (I think) was so kind and squeezed us in as walk-ins.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Came here for my girlfriend's birthday last night. It was out first time at an omakase, and we will be back for sure to try their other rotating menus. The staff knew what they were doing. Sushi chef made some amazing sushi for us to eat. All for only $89pp.“

“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 ❤️“

“Amazing, will go back in the next trip to Seattle“

“Great food and friendly service. Love that all seafood options are sustainably-sourced!“

“Super strong and authentic sushi offering — high end omakase.
Chef is legit… has good experiences skills with temperature, texture, and flavour balance. No fusion BS at all….
Shari was very good as well as his seasonal selection of fish. Reasonable price too (even compared to Japan/Asia). Only downside is a larger-than-usual sushi counter to which we were met with a rather rowdy crowd disturbing the experience. To be expected outside of Japan though…. But overall very solid meal 8.5/10.“

“Had this awhile back and had to have it again when I was back in town. Had the Katsu Curry this time which gave what I expected. The server (Yeong I believe) was super friendly and hospitable beyond what I expected! Perhaps he just liked us or we were a big group but he served us some complementary sides that were delicious. The fried gyoza was bomb. The whole place was decorated for Halloween. I hope to return to this place sooner than later.“

“Almost hesitant to review this place as I want to keep it a secret, but there’s no doubt that this is one of the best sushi restaurants in the PNW. Had the chance to try their take out omakase and chirashi sets - both were amazing!! Can’t wait for my next chance to dine-in!“

“According to the chef, the menu is updated on a monthly basis. I can understand why as they incorporate quite a few seasonal ingredients ranging from seasonal veggies (corn, wintermelon) to fish ( fried fish, clams) .

The seafood I had were black throat sea perch, tuna from Spain, uni, Toro, mackerel,Hokkaido scallops , oyster bites, abalone, monkfish liver, alaska king crabs bite. A lot of the dishes were steam and or marinated with sake.

The pacing here is quite fast despite one person making the sushi and another chef prepping the plates. The whole experience took a little more than a hour despite waiting 15 minutes for late people.

They have a restroom that is up a small ramp. The building also has a restroom that was much dirtier.

The homemade ginger is less spicy than usual.

Other omakases I been to had more nigiri and things like miso soup and salmon .

Reservations were hard to get, it took us two months to get one. Might have higher chances choosing a weekday than weekend.“

“Excellent sushi and service !“

“The store's service is attentive and the workmanship is very detailed and painstaking.“

“Great place!! Food and service is excellent!“

“Great food, great employees ( especially Raechel). We love going to Shiku. They are very helpful with recommendations, and we've never been disappointed. We highly recommend trying them out.“

“Amazing Grab and Go; most people do not know about their Mongolian beef and general Tao’s chicken. Those are my fav beyond the teriyaki and katsu. They also have a free soup during lunch, way better than your average egg drop soup with actual veggies. Today, I am going in with the teriyaki and katsu chicken for my quick lunch’s, do upgrade to fried rice. OMG on the fried rice during lunch!! Hit the spot, I’m glad I skip Kona. I go by meetsinseattle on Tok“

“So good! Love this place! The restaurant itself is beautiful. I love the homage to the old Mona's with the big black chandelier and oval bar space. Sushi chefs are always so friendly and make you feel a connection to who is making your beautiful sushi, even when getting take-out. A big benefit to the Latona Ave food options! Especially when husband wants tamales (Frelard Tamales), I want curry (Smile), and daughter wants edamame and sushi rolls (Tsai Sushi). The fish is fresh and shrimp tempura rolls are diving! Staff is always friendly and quality is consistent.“

“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!“

“Fresh, delicious sushi and great service! Highly recommend!“

“Best price for sushi in Seattle not to mention they have larger portions. Flavor is great as well. Their a little hard to find and parking is a bit of a hassle. Service is great. Each time I've come in they gave a bonus for any inconveniences, first time a extra roll second they gave me a free spam masubi. They also seem to have improved their interior and looks much nicer now.

Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian rolls

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly“

“Just per...fect.

Cool... as a cucumber...

Great sushi. Loved the spritz.

A place with personality (and free condoms at the entrance).

In short, a nice place for a first date, or to bring your beatiful spouse, like mine.

Cheers!“

“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!!!“

“Great service and tasty menu“

“Delicious, curteous, fast, and they offer sake flights. Very creative specialities, and the rolls are generously sized. They also clearly label where they use real crab and where they use imitation crab, which is a level of forthrightness I appreciate in a good sushi place.

Vegetarian options: Great vegan sushi rolls too.“

“Really good for an airport restaurant! The yakisoba was a huge bowl and delicious. It's airport prices so kinda spendy. Bubble tea was alright, definitely need to ask for less sugar and ice. Staff was friendly, and there were lots of other good looking menu options.“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Moshiko in West Seattle, and I can’t rave enough about the experience. From the moment we arrived, Steve’s exceptional service set the tone for a memorable evening. His extensive knowledge and genuine assistance in choosing and pairing items made our meal truly special.

Steve’s expertise in recommending the perfect dishes was impressive, and he ensured that each item we tried was perfectly suited to our tastes. His attentive and friendly demeanor made us feel well taken care of throughout our visit.

The sushi at Moshiko was outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and expertly crafted. The small, quaint environment added to the charm of the restaurant, creating a cozy atmosphere for our dinner. We were fortunate to secure a 5:45 PM reservation on a Friday night, which allowed us to enjoy the experience without the usual wait.

Overall, our visit was fantastic, and we’re already looking forward to going back for one of their full dining experiences. A big thank you to Steve for making our evening so enjoyable. His service was top-notch, and his recommendations made the meal unforgettable. If you’re in West Seattle, Moshiko is a must-visit, and Steve is the person to ask for!“

“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.“

“I love Musashi! They do not have a website but unfortunately someone evil out there has made a fake one. Don’t be fooled! Call or go to Musashi’s to order food. Do not use the fake website to order or you will be charged for a fake order. Very sad.“

“Love the concept of pick your own sushi pieces. The amount of options are reasonable and delicious! Price is reasonable for the amount you can fit into a box.
Depending on when you go there may be a line but it moves fairly quickly. Parking can be very tricky in this area.“

“Amazing food and service!“

“Very fresh sushi. And it's all you can eat. So literally order as much as your stomach can hold. Came with a friend and we were able to enjoy 4-6 plates plus miso soup, edamame, and salad. Obviously we were hungry, and for a flat rate, it was totally worth it. Employees are friendly and service was quick; simply order from their tablet. Seattle sushi is to die for, and this place is no different. Keep in mind you'll probably have to pay for parking unless you're on foot.“

“Absolutely loved the sushi here! It was fresh, creative and with attention to quality and detail. The vibe is laid-back, and the staff are super friendly. That said, the space is pretty small, and it could use a bit more cleaning attention. It’s a little on the pricier side, but still worth it for a unique dine out.“

“DELICIOUS sashimi. I really hope the owners find this comment. I'm leaving this review because my conscience won't allow me not to. Basically, I shared a very pleasant $90+ meal with a couple friends. However, I'm embarrassed to say that I'm not well-practiced/educated in tipping because I've so rarely eaten out in all my life. I SEVERELY under-tipped them for this meal, and I just feel awful because it was AMAZING service on top of really decent sushi and better sashimi.“

“I thought the walk was going to be worse coming off the link. It was just fine though. The sushi tasted phenomenal. The lemonade popping Boba drink was awesome. That drink is probably worth the trip alone, but the sushi was so fresh. Awesome little hidden gem, glad I found.“

“My grandsons say this is the best food they have ever eaten in their whole life. The fried chicken was perfectly crisp yet perfectly moist; the short ribs were exquisite; the pot stickers and sushi were great. We loved our flavors, food, and experience and will always come back. One grandson says he would take a plane from anywhere in the world just to come back here.“

“Best sushi in town open late“

“My new favorite sushi spot in Seattle! Very laid back atmosphere, top notch service. Albacore tataki sashimi was amazing. Highly recommend the lion roll as well.

Wheelchair accessibility: Level door entrance, single stall bathrooms“

“good service decent prices“

“Great little sushi spot and more. The atmosphere is amazing and the restaurant is very high quality. This is one of my favorite spots for sushi and katsu in Ballard. The katsu chicken is amazing and everything else is too. Would definitely recommend!“

“Delicious American-sized rolls for American palates. Seems like they’re short on staff so don’t expect stellar service. The whole operation appears to be geared toward takeout so consider picking up instead of dining in. Don’t bother coming here if you’re looking for more traditional sushi that’s closer to Japan quality and flavor. Also don’t come on a Friday if you want to dine in as the dining room is closed.“

“Had a tasty lunch! Thank you!“

“For a place closes shortly after lunch time, it's lucky for me to drop by for activity in downtown and finally got a bite of the poke / don. I tried #1 on the menu as it is a mixture of every fish, from the mackerel (tastes a bit like sea eel at first) to two-side-seared albacore, mixed with two types of fish roe (the big red + black caviar), aside from other kinds of fish you'd expect from poke, brings varieties and levels of flavors. If anything, they may get rid of the shrimp (one piece) to drop the price a little bit, or to work on the shrimp while maintaining the price. Also not many seats available which is worth noting.“