Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Kirkland

"It’s a union that almost seems fated: Shiro Kashiba, the legend who gave Seattle its first-ever sushi counter, and Pike Place Market, our other signature monument to local ingredients. Together as one in a striking neutral-hued dining room. The dining room takes reservations, and serves various hot and cold starters nearly as special as the Edomae-style sushi."

"It’s a union that almost seems fated: Shiro Kashiba, the legend who gave Seattle its first-ever sushi counter, and Pike Place Market, our other signature monument to local ingredients. Together as one in a striking neutral-hued space. The dining room takes reservations, and serves various hot and cold starters nearly as special as the Edomae-style sushi."

"The trillions who say it doesn’t get any better than this are dead on: Sushi Kashiba boasts a Pike Place Market address, a gracious room, a view of the Bay over Market rooftops, and Seattle’s original and greatest sushi chef holding forth at the south end of the sushi bar. Peerless fish, cut by masters."

"Owner Taichi Kitamura combines one of the city’s top-tier sushi bars with a beautiful menu of ippins, small composed plates like rich black cod glazed in miso or chawan mushi layered with crabmeat. In matters of sushi, Kitamura knows when to simply showcase pristine fish and when to introduce a little flair—or jalapeno. The staggering amount of options (hot plates, nigiri, coursed options, brunch, omakase) makes SKT feel unusually versatile for a restaurant of this caliber."

"A standout of the Eastlake area of Seattle, Sushi Kappo Tamura serves authentic Japanese cuisine infused with seasonal ingredients that are grown locally. A creative but extensive ..."

"Some of the town's best sushi, not to mention hot dishes like salt-broiled fish collar or shishito peppers, delivered to you curbside (or summoned via third-party delivery)."

"Also ranked at #4 for The Best Sushi Restaurants in Seattle, Japonessa is a sushi kitchen (cocina) located in downtown Seattle on Union and 1st, with another location at Lincoln Square South in downtown Bellevue. Japonessa claims to have a Japanese core-concept, with added ‘hints of Latin flair’. Sushi choices include sashimi and nagiri, but also offers rolls featuring mango, jalapeno, and cilantro."

"What sets Japonessa apart from any other sushi bar in Seattle is their Latino flair. Rolls and sashimi paired with jalapeños, mangos, and cilantro will bring your feeling of hunger to happiness."

"For an unforgettable dining experience make a reservation for one of Maneki's tatami mat dining rooms (paper and wood lattice private chambers with seating on the floor) and feast on a meal of traditional... Top ChoiceTacos in The CD, Madrona & Madison Park"

"This gem is certainly Seattle’s oldest sushi bar and also probably Seattle’s oldest continually operating restaurant. It opened in 1904 which is pretty cool that it’s still around today. And that’s because they’ve been serving up mean sushi this whole time."

"You'll recognize Maneki by its collection of beckoning cats. It's been a hub of Seattle's Japanese community since 1904. It may have been the first place in Seattle to serve sushi and the well worn dining and tatami rooms fill up every night."

"Where they are: PortlandWhy you need them: Portland entrepreneur Micah Camden spins restaurants into gold, it seems, having found success with Little Big Burger, Blue Star Donuts, and Boxer Ramen. Now, he’s slinging burgers modeled after In-n-Out’s and betting on drive-through traffic in the hopes of rapid expansion. The dark crust and tender innards of the chicken sandwich, though, ends up the sleeper hit, along with the fizzy fruit waters, which are like house-made la croix meets agua fresca.What to get: The burgers always take the spotlight, but the move here is that crispy chicken deluxe sandwich washed down with the famous fizzy fruit water."

"This gem is tucked away in Chinatown and is an excellent place for fresh, high-quality sushi. And what’s best of all is that they’re doing both takeout and delivery at this time. Or you can also opt to dine in."

"Focusing on traditional Japanese fare served in a clean and elegant setting, Wann Japanese Izakaya is a Belltown area hot spot for sushi and other authentic Japanese-style dishes d..."

"Nishino serves up traditional, as well as innovative and speciality sushi. Other than the ala carte sashimi, rolls, noodles and starters, they also offer omakase-style dining, where you sit back, relax and let the chef bring to you the freshest and best catch of the day. Located just a few steps away from Washington Park Playfield, the great location gives you a chance to have a walk after your delicious and fulfilling meal."

"Upscale crowds applaud this lovely restaurant for a sushi bar that delivers maki and sashimi fashioned from the day's freshest catches. In addition, cooked items and luscious omakase meals are available for diners who crave something besides sushi. Nishino's subdued atmosphere provides a perfect environment for enjoying a relaxing dinner, whether it's in the colorful dining room or on the peaceful outdoor patio."

"It’s all white-tablecloth loveliness in this longtime favorite at the portal of Madison Park, which serves exquisite sushi, along with some intriguing fusion items. Bring the geoduck neophytes. Slightly pricy; everyone’s a regular."

"The quartet of local pizzerias has assembled a cook-at-home rib eye dinner kit that comes with a video tutorial (and suggested playlist!), salad, dessert, and Washington wine. A deluxe version adds cocktails and antipasti, and a single-serving version reinforces that everyone deserves, um, fancy meat on this day, regardless of their relationship status. Order online, or over the phone starting February 7, for weekend pickup February 12–14."

"This cozy bakery on Phinney, across from the zoo, houses an actual brick-and-mortar operation for pie maestro Chris Porter, who spent his first years creating pies for delivery only. That’s how he built his reputation for exquisite pie—tart key lime, the apple and ginger and pear, the coconut-kissed blueberry—all encased in careful, glorious, buttery crusts. A slightly larger location in West Seattle adds a lineup of savory pies and tarts, housemade ice creams (boozy shakes!), and dinner service."

"The Brits know rainy days, so it’s fitting they’d invent crumpets—the comfort-food cure for wet-weather blues. In 1976, Crumpet Shop owners Gary Lasater and Nancy McFaul brought their just-right recipe to Pike Place Market, and soaked Seattleites have been raising their teacups to the spongy griddlecakes ever since. Discover warm refuge in the nooks and crannies cradling butter, pesto, or melted English cheese—or try one Seattle-style, with smoked salmon and cucumber."

"I ordered the crumpet wit the ham, egg, English cheese and jalapeños along with their ginger chai tea.” See all The Crumpet Shop reviews"

"A toasted crumpet, like a fluffy pillow but with the slightest crunch as you first bite into it, topped with ricotta cheese, maple butter, and chopped walnuts."

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"As I am a local here, this is one of my family’s favorite restaurants that is relevant close to us. The timing is super fast so an A for timing."