35 Best Japanese Restaurants near Vashon

“The menu here is just awesome. I think I’ve tried everything and everything is very good, clearly made with care by people who actually eat the food they make. they like big flavors here. The chicken teriyaki is barbecued just the side of blackened with a powerfully flavorful sauce. The sauce has the familiar comforting teriyaki combo of salty sweet and tangy but leans less on the sugar and more on the ginger and slightly more complex flavors. But it’s still definitely teriyaki. The tofu teriyaki is awesome, a crispy fried medium firm slab on top of perfectly cooked rice. Get the deluxe! Mac salad? Yum. Crispy eggroll for texture. Satisfying.

Don’t skip the deluxe fries with kewpie mayo, furikake, and chili crisp my dude.

So teriyaki is associated with being cheap, and this is not really that kind of teriyaki. However, I will say that relative to other dining options on the island, the vibe is great and social, the food is excellent, and to be honest you’re not going to eat out for cheaper on the island pretty much anywhere unless you go to the Thriftway deli (not knocking the Thriftway deli, I love me some chicken strips).

Oh yeah and it’s also a craft beer and craft soda and wine store, I think that’s probably the main point of the place? But obviously you can get amazing selections of beer and wine.

And then right next door is the delightful Vashon Creamery for dessert!“

“Excelente service thank you 🙏“

“Fantastic sushi and people. Casual, kind and some of the best service and fish around.“

“We have been there a couple of times. Everything has been excellent. Prices are comparable to other sushi restaurants in the area. Our only complaint is the tea is a bit week. Still deserves 5 stars.“

“Beef teriyaki, sushi, and calamari are amazing!“

“I’ve eaten some great food in my life and this place is top tier. Parking is tight but you must make the effort. You will not be disappointed. I came twice on my trip, first time I had chicken katsu with pork curry sauce and fried gyoza. Definitely recommend the katsu, second trip I had the salmon sake bowl with seaweed salad (came back for seconds) and wow. It’s like a massive salmon nigiri, if that’s your cup of tea go for it. So simple yet so delicious, this place is legit. Very high quality ingredients and friendly kiosk service. The price you pay is for the quality, ignore the small size and kiosk service.“

“It is time for to review Mashiko after 15 years of enjoying great sushi and after one pandemic I am happy to say that my most recent experience dining at Mashiko was one for the history books. The Uni was amazingly fresh with that umami that it is hard to find anywhere else. The freshness and the flavors were to die for. I wish them the best and many more years of great sushi.“

“Got to stop by this place while visiting Seattle recommended by my friend. I was not disappointed at all. Everything was made fresh to order. I really enjoy the dumplings and the shrimp roll as well as the shrimp tempura. I will stop by again to try other options. The staff was nice and very knowledgeable.“

“I stumbled upon this restaurant by chance while passing by. It offers a typical teriyaki menu, along with Korean dishes, some Japanese options (like sushi and tempura), and even jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles). The area is an industrial zone, so workers from nearby factories frequently drop in. Perhaps because of this, the restaurant opens early at 10 AM and closes early (3PM) as well.

It seemed like the owners, a husband and wife, were the only ones working (I couldn't see the kitchen). The owner’s wife took orders and served in the dining area. I arrived around 10:40 AM, a bit early for lunch, but there were already two tables with customers, and more people started coming in shortly after.

I ordered four dishes, including Korean and teriyaki options. Typically, teriyaki places don’t serve Korean side dishes (banchan), but since I ordered Korean food, they brought out banchan. The owner’s wife apologized for the limited variety of side dishes and generously brought out extra.

As I tasted the side dishes, they had a comforting, homemade quality, like a warm meal prepared at home. The flavors were neither too salty nor too bland, with a clean taste that didn’t rely on artificial seasonings. The dishes—spicy pork bulgogi, seafood soft tofu stew, stone pot bibimbap, and Mongolian beef—reminded me of my mom's cooking, which I loved. While the food didn’t have the commercialized taste of popular chain restaurants, it felt like it was made with care and attention, just like a meal prepared at home.

This restaurant pleasantly exceeded my expectations.

- Service: Following the typical teriyaki joint setup, you place and pay for your order at the counter before taking a seat. The staff then brings your meal to your table. A nice touch is the complimentary bottled water that accompanies your meal.

- Price: Considering the generous portions and delightful taste, the pricing is quite reasonable. While I haven't compared it to other eateries in the vicinity, the value for money here stands out.

- Food: The dishes shine with a home-cooked quality, free from overpowering artificial flavors. Each bite feels wholesome, capturing the essence of genuine, heartfelt cooking.

- Ambiance: The setting is straightforward and functional, characteristic of fast-food-style teriyaki spots. It's not fancy, but it serves its purpose well.

- Parking: There's ample parking available, though spaces can fill up quickly. Nevertheless, finding a spot wasn't an issue, and it's free of charge.

In summary, this restaurant offers a delightful blend of authentic flavors and efficient service, making it a noteworthy spot for anyone craving quality teriyaki and more.“

“I was just in Seattle for a couple of days, and had heard all about the teriyaki and wanted to try it, but what I didn't know is that almost every teriyaki restaurant in the city is closed on Sundays... Except here. Arrived exhausted after a long day, and they were out of chicken.

Super bummed, but I had the shrimp teriyaki, which was amazing, 10/10. Gyoza was also good and well-filled. Salad dressing is kinda like Russian dressing which isn't my favorite. Rice got sticky and clumpy by the time I got to eat it.

Speaking of which, this is in the parking lot of a shell station. There is nowhere nearby to actually eat the food. We came on foot from the nearby light rail stop. So keep that in mind.

They have me a Mexican Coke with my order, maybe to apologize for being out of chicken, which was appreciated. The staff was friendly.

5 stars for the shrimp, and for being open on Sunday.“

“It’s the Best. Hands down. Best food. I drive out from Tacoma all the time just for this tasty food. Can’t go wrong.“

“I mean wow. Just wow. I ordered the spicy chicken breast and broccoli plate that comes with onions and carrots sautéed in. Can I just say how picky I am when it comes to Asian food or any food in general. My adopted mother is Chinese and cooked us original asian dishes our entire childhood she was an amazing cook. Anything she put her hands on came out like a 5 star Michelin restraint. Authentic too. I can't see her or speak to her anymore. When I smelled this dish the memories came flooding back. and then I dug in.... The seasoning is beyond anything I've had in teriyaki shops before. . The composition was beautiful. The taste brought me back to my childhood. Its been along time since I've tasted something this amazing. I will say I was blown away by this plate. I'd give it another star if I could.“

“I’ve been coming here biweekly for 20 years and through 2 owners. We live 20 minutes away and it’s worth the drive. The food is always good and service fantastic! Short ribs are my go to and my spouse loves the veggie yakisoba. You won’t be disappointed!“

“I’ve been coming to Yaks for 27 years. I go out of my to stop on this non descript lil restaurant. Pork bowl is one of a kind with the pink rice and spicy mustard. They are now doing Korean lunch box for $10 and it’s amazing. The black bean sauce with pork belly is way good.“

“I am curious if there are new owners of this restaurant? It had been a while since I have been in the restaurant. I went today, June 2nd. 2025 and ordered my usual chicken breast teriyaki with brown rice. Everything was different. Unfortunately, the chicken was very dry and the brown rice was literally a blob of overcooked, wet mush..... not what is expected for 18 Dollars. The salad was fine, but too much dressing. I hope the owners responds to me. Thank you, Kevin.“

“Great spot for tasty Indo-Chinese food! The Szechuan chaap was absolutely delicious, and the portion was very filling for the price. The vegetable samosas with mint chutney were also excellent. There are lots of vegetarian options too. The staff was friendly, and the place was very clean. It's a casual, low-key restaurant offering good value.“

“The food here is very standard teriyaki chicken, the chicken was a little dry and tasted like it had been sitting out for a bit which I assume it had since it came out immediately. The rice was a bit clumpy and the salad was very standard. Overall for the price it was a very standard Seattle teriyaki with a good price of $13. I like that they had sauce bottles available for dine it.“

“You all know that good, quality, CONSISTENT teriyaki spots aren't easy to come by, and when I moved to Burien it took me weeks to find this place but I knew when I had it the first time it would be my #1 go to moving forward, and it has served me well for so many years.

Everything I've ever tried is amazing and so tasty. Big portions, nice staff. Most weeks I get the house special fried rice and there is SO much food and protein in that to-go container that I can eat it for 3-4 days for lunch at work. Their teriyaki sauce is that special thick sweet one that is so hard to find. Sad I'll be relocating east for a couple years, no teriyaki spot will replace it.“

“Absolutely delicious teriyaki! We had the chicken teriyaki and a boba tea. Our server graciously asked if we could enjoy gyoza that comes with the teriyaki before bringing it out.
Cute, fun atmosphere and delicious food!
We’ll definitely be back.“

“The first thing I want to say is how nice everyone was, and how clean the place is. The teriyaki and salad was the best I've had, and the salad dressing is the best, so get extra for your rice. If your in the area, you have to go here, and they have pho, rice dishes, and other great options. I'll be getting lunch here again “

“This Nagoya Teriyaki place is loaded with lots of flavor. The General Tso’s chicken spice level is no joke. Next time, I’ll get something less spicy. It’ll be worth it. Getting back to their chicken, it’s very good regardless. Chewy and never dry. It’s always a good bite to eat. The rice is great too. The mixing is a great idea when it comes to rice and chicken. It’s just… beautiful. Go get Nagoya whenever you got cravings for chicken.“

“Loved their Spicy Teriyaki Chicken. It was actually spicy...“

“One of the many great Des Moines restaurants, if you haven’t been, you need too. Great hospitality and amazing food. Definitely a must!“

“delicious and big burgers, the fried were bomb“

“Best Teriyaki by far. Chicken is fresh and has that crispy grilled flavor and salad dressing is Amazing, I rate it a 10/10I drive 20mins to come eat here. Recommend calling ahead of time for order as they do get busy. Also small little spot so not guaranteed a spot to sit.

Parking: Parked above by Safeway“

“Came here the other day with low expectations and was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the volcano, dynamite, and unagi rolls and they were all pretty tasty. I’m always hesitant trying new sushi places because often times the rice is too hard or sweet, fish not fresh, and sauce-to-roll balance off, but Azuma made some pretty good cooked-fish sushi rolls. I’m pleased to have a neighborhood spot.“

“Great food, fast service. Egg rolls, gyoza, yakisoba, spicy pork are all great.“

“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.“

“The owner is all business but friendly. They serve you ASAP and the food is consistently GREAT. The chicken teriyaki has a great char taste to it. I ate here for the first time about 5 weeks ago. I've been there 4 times since.

Parking: It's a huge parking lot shared by other stores in the shopping village.“

“good service decent prices“

“My wife pretty much dislikes teriyaki chicken. However, in a moment of weakness, she said yes to it this time. Since we moved recently, I looked around for a well rated Teriyaki restaurant near us, and Teriyaki house came up. Well, she loved it (and so did I!) but did not care for the sauce. So next time I went in, I asked for the chicken without the sauce, just on the side. Since then, this has been the only place we go for take out. The quality of the food is the best out of all the other Teriyaki places we tried and the couple who own the place are wonderful. I would love to spend a few days in the kitchen watching how this wonderful chef makes these dishes. I've tried several of the other offerings and they are just as excellent as the teriyaki. I look forward to trying more of their fabulous offerings. Highly recommended.“

“We absolutely love this place! An unassuming entrance, advertising and room. And then you get the sushi…it’s amazing! We’ve had excellent service and creative and delicious rolls (we love the Norwegian roll!). This is our local sushi spot!“

“This is my favorite place to go for lunch since I moved to Washington!! Amazing food!! Everything I've eaten from here is a win!! I absolutely love it!!

Wheelchair accessibility: The entrance is definitely wheelchair accessible.“

“Went in at 2pm on a Wednesday. Not too busy. Ordered general chicken & shrimp yakisoba plus some gyozas. Food came out fast and hot. Flavorful and delicious. Place is small and outdated but don't make that stop you from trying it out.“

“We went for my young daughters birthday and she loved the performance the chef did. The staff have always been friendly and the food is always good. I'm the only sushi eater of the family, so no reviews from them, but I really like their sushi too“