Best Sushi Bars in Seattle
Get those chopsticks ready, whether you’re a first time sushi eater or a connoisseur, Seattle has some amazing Sushi restaurants that offer everything from authentic cuisine to modern favorites. Below are the ten best Sushi bars in Seattle:
1. Nishino – Click for Profile
206-322-5800
3130 East Madison St
Seattle, WA 98112Since 1995 and just steps away from Seattle’s beautiful arboretum park, Nishino serves traditional and innovative Japanese cuisine and offers a superb sushi bar. They also feature hand-picked wine from around the world; centralized on wines from the Pacific Northwest and at your request their staff will be at your service in assisting you with a wine pairing that will compliment their renowned cuisine.
2. Umi Sake House – Click for Profile
206-374-8717
2230 First Ave
Seattle, WA 98121Umi is a dining establishment that feature Japanese Izakaya style of informal eating and drinking with a cosmopolitan flare, complete with a “front” and “back” porch. Here you will enjoy a menu with a wide range of sake, Japanese and Pan-Asian dishes, sushi rolls and a raw bar.
3. Shiro’s – Click for Profile
206-443-9844
2401 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121Master Chef Shiro Kashiba has been a two-time James Beard nominee and has catered to Japanese Prime Ministers, captains of industry, and world renowned artists and athletes. In 1994 Shiro’s was opened in the popular Belltown district in downtown Seattle where dining connoisseurs can take pleasure in Chef Shiro’s outstanding sushi and Japanese cuisine.
4. Wasabi Bistro – Click for Profile
206-441-6044
231 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121This modern Japanese eatery is one of Seattle’s most exciting restaurant destination. They offer an extensive array of sushi and sushi rolls, among other wonderful dishes from their Japanese fusion menu and a vibrant cocktail lounge, with live music performed Sunday through Thursday.
5. Nijo Sushi Bar & Grill – Click for Profile
206-340-8880
83 Spring St
Seattle, WA 98104This sushi bar is located in the Pioneer District and prepares the highest quality seafood, in both traditional and cutting edge styles. They have a large selection of sake and wine is available in the full service cocktail bar. They also offer ongoing events and have a daily happy hour.
206-632-3430
3520 Fremont Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103They specialize in quality sushi and small single item appetizers called “Ippin” taking advantage of seasonal local ingredients as well as seafood all over the world. They are reasonably priced and make every customer feel welcomed.
7. Blue C Sushi – Click for Profile
206-525-4601
4601 26th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105If you are a sushi fanatic and want to try something new, Blue C Sushi offers a Kaiten Sushi dining experience, meaning conveyor belt sushi. Now this kind of dining is typically on the lower end of both price and quality compared to traditional sushi restaurants however here you will find that the highest quality ingredients are used while maintaining a low price and the restaurant itself is fresh and colorful.
8. Saito’s Japanese Cafe & Bar – Click for Profile
206-728-1333
2122 2nd Ave
Seattle WA 98121Saito’s features expertly prepared Sushi & Japanese cuisine. This cafe also presents one of Seattle’s largest premium Sake selection in the Sake Bar with over 40 sakes and sake cocktails. Some of the best loved sushi rolls here are the Salmon roll, Tempura roll and Spicy Tuna roll among many others.
9. I Love Sushi – Click for Profile
206-625-9604
1001 Fairview Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109This is a locals-favorite sushi bar, that offers indoor-outdoor seating and high quality sushi. I Love Sushi has a wonderful atmosphere, delicious food and splendid drinks.
10. Hiroshi’s – Click for Profile
206-726-4966
2501 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102Their philosophy is “the best quality at a reasonable price, prepared for your enjoyment with a heart and sweet smile!” and I think they do just that. If you are looking for a fun evening out try their Jazz and Sushi Friday nights.
