50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Shoreline

“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.“

“I enjoyed it so much, I took home 3 orders for the family.“

“Super great deal on their bento boxes, and the food was delicious! The lady at the front was very polite and she even gave our group free complimentary white rice. The store also has complimentary miso soup and hot tea which is also great. Definitely recommend!“

“Got the California roll, crab rangoons, and spring rolls and they were amazing! I’m cautious about going to restaurants I’ve never been to, but this did not disappoint and will be my new regular place. They also hooked it up with the sweet and sour sauce!“

“es muy rica la comida, a mis hijos les gusta mucho.“

“Dined in with friends while visiting the area. Cozy environment, spicy yaki udon was flavorful and enjoyable to eat, as it was similar to my experiences in Japan. The lady in charge, when I visited, was very patient and kind when I took some time to decide my meal and went out of her way to take care of my friends and I. Overall, I would definitely come back and try the sushi the next time I visited.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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 !!!“

“I love their tonkatsu. I’m from Korea and every time I try tonkatsu in America, I’m not satisfied because they are just not authentic. But this place, I like that they cook pork a bit pink inside, which is very common and delicious way to eat tonkatsu in Japan/Korea. Don’t worry about safety, it’s just so good, juicy and tender!“

“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.“

“TLDR: Food was increadible, felt very rushed and unwelcome by the staff.

My wife and I made a reservation and got 12 sushi + 18 sashimi and a bottle of sake to share. The food was increadible and came very quickly. There were many tables empty when we arrived and plenty still empty when we left. From the time we arrived to when we finished eating was maybe 30 min. It felt like after we paid they were trying to rush us out, really weird vibe. We sat for another 15 min finishing our water and left, having stayed for under an hour.“

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

“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.“

“excellent sushi! everything was fresh and delicious! highly recommend checking them out!“

“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.“

“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.“

“🥰🥰sushi、 ramen、Hibachi，Chinese wok“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“I’ve dined in as well as ordered to go. Owners are very nice and staff are friendly. They have a small dine in area, although the food is best freshly prepared it is also delicious to go. Son loves their katsu and California roll. Wanted to dine in when I heard they now have jjamppong. Glad I did, noodles were cooked perfectly, slightly al dente. Broth had a roasted/charred undertone and was not very spicy. Squid was a tad over cooked, still good just chewy. Thin slices of beef also went well with the noodles and savory broth.“

“Such a gem this place. We ordered sashimi, sushi candy, magma roll. The sake menu is delightful. Fish quality was good, service was great, cute cozy spot. Next time we will be back for the omakase special. Our server Angie was so welcoming, love restaurants like this.“

“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!“

“It was a great experience for my family. We highly recommend Sai Sushi & Sake!“

“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.“

“This locale has had many iterations, but the owners keep spicing it up and exploring new options…this is a Middle Eastern/Lebanese direction and the foods were divine and complemented quite nicely by the drinks!
You must end your meal with the Olive Oil Cake!“

“(UPDATED REVIEW) I visited here in December 2023. Last time, the food was so good and the servicd was amazing. The prices weren't bad either. Im back again, and the food is still top tier. Really good dining place, the service is immaculate. The prices could be a little cheaper but its okay! Love this place!“

“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!!!“

“Delicious food, great vibe“

“Nice place,good service,good food“

“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.“

“Service and food , perfect, and nice, she even brought us glasses of water . And I got my food to go but we decided to stay and eat it and she brought us two cups of water. It was amazing,
The food was perfect! the teriyaki sauce was absolutely perfect just what I wanted. You know how sometimes you'll eat something really good somewhere and you'll go other places trying to get the same thing and usually it's not right, this place was not that, it was perfect exactly how and what I wanted. I ve gone to a lot of different teriyaki places trying to find the teriyaki that's just right, how I remembered having it a long time ago I used to go to a place in Tacoma by the mall but hadn't found one here yet, but this place was just that and more. The teriyaki was perfect taste. And just a little crispy on the edge of the chicken. The restaurant was clean and nice. It was a good meal. And the lady was so kind and happy and tried to make sure everyone felt welcome and was happy .“

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

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

“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.“

“A great meal that was delicious, but here are some pointers. The Area 206 curry is a very rich and like others have reviewed, the rice portion is not bigger enough, so I’m glad I ordered an extra portion of rice so in order to enjoy the curry. The fried chicken was great too, but because I ordered take out and the chicken was on top of the rice, by the time I had walked the 2 blocks back to my hotel, it was no longer crispy. The chicken should be put in a separate none plastic container. The staff were exceptionally kind and the seating was very authentic, but minimal…only 3 hi top tables and a counter top area down the side of the kitchen. Not that it will affect most, be aware too that they take cash, but don’t give change. I would definitely go again when back in town, as I would now love to try the Ramen with the Area 206 curry.“

“Been going here since high school (2006) Owners are super friendly you can find them in the back cooking your food. I live further north now and anytime my family is in Lake City neighborhood we make an effort to stop and eat and say hi.

Food hasn't changed since 2006 and can always expect high quality.

Thank you so much for serving me all these years, sorry it's taken me forever to do a review.“

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

“Best General Tso's and teriyaki (chicken and beef) I have ever had. I can't compare it to other PNW joints yet, but compared to all the ones I tried in SoCal and NY/NJ, Ohana blows them all out of the water. Even the steamed rice was perfect. Huge portions, one is enough for two or three people, we ended up taking them home and eating like kings the next day. We just moved and are considering making Ohana a weekly staple, it's just that good!!“

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

“This is the best place in the Area, always a great service and always best food, every time I got food from here is a great experience, I don’t really write reviews but it’s been a long time being a costumer and these place deserves the best… I’ll keep being a loyal costumer 🙌.

ANA 🍀“

“Such a awesome sushi Restaurant!! Been coming here many times. They actually have everything here for reals!! Such a great place to come with your friends and family. Amazing Sushi with great service and ambience. There Dine in and Take out is amazing. Sunrise roll and Asian fusion roll a must have. The Happy Hour is amazing many sushi rolls to choose from at a great price. Also has the Late Night Happy Hour that runs from 8:30pm till 10pm and 10:30pm on weekends. The lounge bar is so cool where I can play games. Watch Sports and get my sushi and drink on. Must check out the Japanese Life Size Robot Figures! So awesome to look at in person. This is the place to go where you get a great experience. And it's a well put together sushi place.“

“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!“

“Best fresh fish (sashimi) and an incredible environment for food & fun“

“I know this picture makes no sense, but, I’ll I’m trying to show is how DELICIOUS this food was. Had no time to take photos just chow down. Come here, perfect hole in the wall place that will not disappoint. Its a cozy warm place with amazing food.“

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

“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.“

“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!“