Aoki Sushi & Grill

4.6 (114 reviews)

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Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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almost 2 years ago

The crab Rangoons were also good. The servers were working hard but things were somewhat slow initially. The ambiance was nice and cozy. We'd definitely come back!

over 4 years ago

Crab Rangoon is fresh, and their sashimi is generously portioned; we love living just a few blocks away from this wonderful place.

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almost 2 years ago

Shrimp tempura roll very small but the ingredients were good. Perhaps dine in would be better. In addition, I thought the eagle eyed request for minimum 18% (20%, 22% also options(!)) tip on take out was ridiculous. It's take out.

over 5 years ago

We also had the shrimp tempura roll which was huge compared to what we expected! Very lovely people as well:)

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about 4 years ago

Recommend the red dragon and volcano roll. Interior ambience could use a little help too. Overall, fantastic sushi, okay service.

over 5 years ago

We loved the yellow tail nigiri, Red dragon and shrimp tempura! Wasn't a huge fan of the sea serpent, just wasn't my favorite flavors! Definitely place an order in advance or you will have to wait a while if you just pop over. The...

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Bethany L.

Recently came here with a friend for dinner and enjoyed my time. Very large menu with sushi and bento boxes. We opted to share gyoza, a few roles and some nigiri. I also had miso soup (yum!) and green tea. They were attentive, without making us feel like we were lingering too long. It is a small spot, but with a sushi bar, so you can see the chefs making your meal. Overall, the sushi was delicious - one roll was so massive, I really didn't even know how to eat it. And one seasoned nigiri wasn't my favorite - but overall a great meal at a casual spot. While we didn't try it, another table had a bento box and it looked huge! Definitely seemed like a good serving for the price.

Katherine G.

Good sushi, but nothing that really blew me away. We came for dinner on a Friday night and it was busy but we were still able to get a table immediately. The inside is really nicely decorated and the vibe is quite nice - reminds me a little bit of Japan. We got the tuna tataki, negihama maki, spicy scallop roll, and kimono roll to share amongst the 4 of us. The tuna tataki was nicely firm and fresh with a tangy dressing - I enjoyed it despite it being pretty pricey. The negihama maki were delicious, as well as the spicy scallop roll. Both were so fresh and the spicy scallop was packed full and also had a decent kick. The kimono roll was the one I thought I'd like the most but it was just fine in my opinion. I didn't really care for the jalapeno and the pieces were pretty small. Overall, it's a good spot for a nice dinner that does the job. Prices are a little high but nothing outrageous. I would probably come back!

Maxine L.

Aoki is a small Japanese place in cap hill with lots of traditional and roll options. I got the sushi bento box which came with California roll, salmon sashimi, 3 pieces of nigiri, salad, and miso soup. The miso soup was pretty standard, the tofu pieces were a little too firm for miso soup and was a little strange but that's fine. Salad was pretty basic. They give ample sesame dressing which I love. California roll was also pretty standard. They use imitation crab and added cucumbers. Nigiri was not bad! The tuna wasn't the freshest, it tasted pretty fishy. The escolar was really good, probably my favorite of the three. The salmon was standard as well. I liked the sushi rice as well, perfectly seasoned, not too sweet or overpowering. We came for weekday dinner and maybe we just came on a bad day, but there was apparently only one chef working and our food took super long to come out. No fault to other parts of the service, the servers themselves were super welcoming and nice. Overall, not a bad Japanese place!

Katrina D.

Clean restaurant with great atmosphere. Went here before going to a concert in a rainy weekend. Didn't have to wait to get seated. There is a large menu to choose from. I ended up getting the Chirashi bowl. It was delicious with good quality fishes and none of them were fishy tasting, so it hit the mark. I think it is a bit pricey compared to other ones I've had tho. The order comes with a miso soup so that was nice.

Doctor F.

I have been to Aoki many times in a past life. My family used to go there when I was little. We loved it. Then, I left Washington. Now, I'm back. I had to see how Aoki was doing. Aoki's supposedly been through a couple of owners the past few years. One of said owners didn't do a great job. Or so I hear. I'm pleased to report that Aoki, these days, is in fact good. My initial recent excursion to the Capitol Hill haunt saw the consumption of a sushi bento box. I wasn't in love with it. One of the fish pieces was a bit tough, which may or may not have been how the fish was supposed to be. I'm not a fish monger. But I didn't like it. Sushi, in my opinion, should have smooth, buttery fish. The second trip was much better. I got the volcano roll, an Asahi, and miso soup. My mistress also had a the volcano roll. The rolls were decadent and, in a surprising twist my mistress initially mistook for a kitchen favor, included baked salmon on top. A strong showing from Aoki. The ambiance might be my favorite part of Aoki, though. Outside it was raining. Inside it was warm, inviting. Gentle jazz floated through the brightly lit restaurant. The food came quickly and the servers were nice. Would go again. Four stars.

Diana C.

The inari, crunch roll, and caterpillar were all great! My partner liked the teriyaki chicken bento too. The beers were fine, but rather than a draft like the menu indicated, it was a can of Orion. The crab Rangoons were also good. The servers were working hard but things were somewhat slow initially. The ambiance was nice and cozy. We'd definitely come back!

Ella H.

Quick service and delicious sushi with a cozy feel! We came to Aoki on a Friday night and though it was definitely busy, we were seated almost right away. We ordered the Ginza, Seahawk, and Sea Serpent rolls with deep fried soft shell crab as a starter. Every roll was delightful, but the Seahawk was our favorite! The soft shell crab was sweet and perfectly crispy :) It definitely seemed to be a good date spot, as well as a wonderful stop for a quick and casual bite!

Pratima M.

A cute sushi spot in Cap Hill -- it looks pretty unassuming from the outside, but the restaurant itself is cool! I stopped by for dinner with friends and we were seated immediately. I appreciated that they had a few vegetarian options. I got the Spring Crunch roll and it was great with the spicy mayo -- the roll did have a tendency to fall apart BUT the taste was yummy. My friends got the bento box and said it was great and super filling as well. Overall, a cute spot with nice service and affordable, tasty food -- I would come back when the sushi craving hits!

Mandi S.

Located at the edge of capital hill, this hidden little sushi spot is a gem. It has a cozy ambiance with friendly staff. The sushi quality is great. Prices aren't terrible either. I sprained my ankle on my way back home and despite the pain I still thought it was worth it and would still go back. LOL. Disclaimer. Spraining my ankle had nothing to do with the restaurant. It was my own reckless actions

Drew N.

Food was awesome Service was great and quick Ambiance was great atmosphere 10/10 would come back

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Janessa H.

Seared salmon belly: 1 of the nigiris was a tad over seared but the other one was phenomenal (both were really!!) Smokey flavor and melts like butter in your mouth Spicy scallop hand roll I would rate this a 5 out of 5 on the spice level! It's spicy!! Big scallops and lots of cucumber and avocado. They wrap the seaweed in a paper so it doesn't get soggy. That really helps. Solid place. Will be back. They even threw in a free miso soup! Ps; there's street parking and I found a spot around 6:30 on a Sunday but I can imagine it's a busy area during the day.

just a.

Absolutely loved the food here! We got three rolls and the seared albacore sashimi. The albacore was unbelievably tender and was by far my favorite dish. Our waiter was very accommodating, and the vibe of the place is cozy and friendly. Will definitely be coming back to try more dishes and get more of the albacore!

Reagan S.

So yummy! Here is a pic of our sushi. Great service & food. The seating area is a perfect size and there are TVs.

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Fresh sashimi with great portion sizes! We also had the shrimp tempura roll which was huge compared to what we expected! Very lovely people as well :) read more

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Appears to be a pretty highly rated place but our experience was just very okay. The quality of fish was certainly there but it was missing points in overall flavor. I want to say sushi takes up nearly 40% of my diet and I have no issues eating it back to back for consecutive meals but this just isn't a place I'd come back to. Not necessarily bad food but not satisfying in the way that would demand a return and going out of your way for. read more

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Came here based on Yelp reviews and we were really happy with the choice. Although it was completely booked for the night, we were able to be seated promptly when a table opened shortly after calling in. My boyfriend is really big on sushi, mostly nigiri and sashimi, and he was impressed with the quality of the meat. I was happy to have lots of sushi rolls to choose from; in fact, I had a hard time deciding on just one. I loved the one I picked (I don't remember the name); it had tuna, shrimp, avocado, jalapeño and cucumber with a spicy sauce on top. I have a hard time eating an entire roll, but I finished the entire thing and didn't even offer any to my boyfriend. He was plenty full with his sampler platter. We also got crab rangoons to start, which were a tasty spin on the Chinese staple. The shape was different but they tasted just as good. Soup was served with all orders; it wasn't my favorite, so my boyfriend ate both. There was a bit of a lag between the appetizer/soup and sushi (I'm guessing because it was very busy that night), but the staff was super apologetic and the chef even thanked us for our patience with an extra piece of sushi. The customer service is exceptional! We will definitely be back and highly recommend this place. read more

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Ordered during covid and took the food to go. I was amazed! The fish is so incredibly fresh and well prepared. Note: I don't eat American Sushi Rolls - I usually eat Nigiri and am focused on the quality of the fish and the care applied to the sushi rice. I ordered super white tuna, yellowtail, yellowtail belly, salmon belly, and miso soup. All were incredible. The super white tuna was especially lovely - just melted in my mouth! I'll be back for sure. read more

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Vivian T.

5 years ago

I ordered a party platter here and the owner was incredibly kind. He made sure it was within my price range and took the time to top the sushi when I came to pick it up. He also provided photos through text for me to look for and pick a platter design. He also gave me an extra roll for my birthday!! I ordered the dragon roll, baked scallop, and samurai roll leaving the rest for him to pick. Every single roll was delicious. The staff was very friendly when I came to pick up and on my way out they opened the door for me. Definitely my new favorite sushi spot (: read more

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Max E.

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I recently came here after not necessarily enjoying the previous management. I am so happy that I did! The quality is high, the owners/operators are so nice and I couldn't feel worse for them opening during our current COVID times. I am definitely coming back and I am so happy that they are now a part of the neighborhood. read more

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Mike B.

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Unbelievably fresh sashimi, tasty sushi, very friendly and efficient service. Great value for money. Will definitely return on my next visit to Seattle! 5 read more

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First thing I wanted to do when we arrived in Seattle was to eat sushi. After living in the Midwest (FOR TOO LONG) you def forget what fresh sushi tastes like. Truly fresh, yummy nigiri and maki. The service was great; we just hopped out of the car in front of the restaurant and checkout and pick up went smoothly. We ordered takeout for 5 adults and a teenager and only spent a little over $90. The inside of the restaurant is really unique, we only stepped in for a moment, but you can definitely tell they are following Covid19 social distancing guidelines with how everything was spaced out. I hope this place is still open when I move to Seattle :P read more

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Aoki had very fair pricing and delicious sushi. I got so much sashimi here and it was all excellent quality. I'm not really a fan of specialty rolls so I can't comment on the rolls and due to the variety in the sashimi menu I decided to focus on those when I was there. They had complimentary miso soup with the order and it was a nice touch (I'm used to it being a 50/50 chance in NYC). I would recommend their fatty tuna sashimi as it was really good and melts in your mouth. read more

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Hannah V.

6 years ago

Went here for my brother's birthday and indulged in an assortment of awesome maki. Every roll on the menu sounded delicious, so there was no way to go wrong. Also appreciated the price range and detailed descriptions on the sake menu- decided on a deliciously smooth nigori. The preparation took a while, but we were touched when they a with complimentary edamame. When the sushi was brought out the presentation was just stunning. They clearly put a lot of thought and care into their craft. read more

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Hanbyeol Y.

5 years ago

Of course, this place is the best sushi restaurant I've ever had. All fish are fresh and you can taste the best with sake. The chef here Mr. Kim will show you a really great dish. The server also provides the best service! I definitely recommend it!!!!! Sooooooo gooooooooooood!!!!!Shrimp Tempura read more

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Tom S.

6 years ago

A great find w/ genuine, kind and impeccable service you expect of a proper Sushi spot & sensitive handling of Covid-19 times. The food quality and delivery were on par w/ some of the best Seattle has to offer in a truly unique decor. We'll definitely be back! As to suggestions - the rolls are so fun & sashimi prep & delivery were quite notable, generous & plated well. - and YES to the Crab Rangoon's! Notable rolls - each unique - were: Caribbean Sea Serpent Kimono Beer & Sake selections were solid too. read more

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Lulu Z.

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Ordered takeout for the Aoki sushi set and sashimi sampler. Many good choices! We picked up right around closing time, so we had our doubts about freshness. But everything was delicious! $51 for this entire set, with tax. read more

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YuJin L.

5 years ago

I've been trying out various sushi restaurants since I became a huge sushi fan and this place was excellent! It was very fresh and didn't leave any weird aftertaste like some places do. Customer service was epic! The server was very caring and the chef was professional. This place is clean and well-organized with great food. I definitely recommend for nice lunch or dinner read more

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Justin C.

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All around great place for dinner. Sushi was fresh, service was fast and the restaurant is located in a fun part of the city.

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This place changed owners and opened up during COVID-19 but are already getting a lot of support from the community. The sushi was delicious and very fresh/colorful. I was very impressed! read more

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Kim Y.

6 years ago

Excellent!! Delicious food, positive atmosphere, helpful staff, and brilliant service. Staff always ready to help, extreme cleanliness, cute modern oriental atmosphere and delicious food. They never fail me especially with togo bento boxes:) whole my family's favorite weekend restaurant to go. read more

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Joel B.

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I had high hopes for this place due to the stellar reviews, but maybe I just went on a bad night. I'd like to be clear, the sushi itself was delicious. I'm not used to so-called "spicy" rolls actually being spicy, but they actually had some heat to them and I was stoked about that. The fish quality was excellent too. I'd skip the appetizers, though, we ordered the gyoza and the potato croquettes and both were disappointing. The service wasn't great. The server never refilled our water glasses, which was a bummer when we both ordered spicy rolls. She also didn't come to check on us, and it took a while for us to flag her down for the check. read more

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Donny B.

3 years ago

I had my first date here with my partner at Aoki so it has a special place in my heart. The sushi was really good, it was fresh and delicious. The location is in Capitol Hill so there are plenty of drink spots nearby to check out afterwards. The service was nice they went out of there way to make sure we were happy. I'm still thinking about the Takoyaki! Highly recommend. read more

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Rob T.

6 years ago

Just picked up an order of Baked Scallop, which was absolutely delicious! Fresh, flavorful ingredients and decent portion size. Staff was cheerful and friendly when I stopped by to pick it up as well. I'm sure they're having a tough time trying to ride out the lockdown (like all restaurants these days) - support them if you can! read more

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L L.

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I ordered the sushi set and a sashimi set for to go. Amazed by the food quality . It's well priced as well

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Rey P.

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This place is close to home so have been going for years including the last few days. I usually get sushi and tempura but have tried Japanese noodles and Katsu pork, all very good. Fish taste very fresh. Service is always very good. I have never been disappointed at this place. read more

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Felipe L.

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I was rooting for this place, looks like a great sushi place with strong reviews. However it was a mixed experience. The quality of the products felt high, for example the fish itself was really good. However the final preparation was not, and the dishes ended up just ok. We tried a mix of rolls, sushi, hot and cold appetizers. All ok, but nothing to go back again. Price was the best part perhaps. If you are looking for rolls suggest you go to Momiji (its more expensive tough), if you are looking more for appetizers style of Japanese food, try Rondo (near by), Suika or Tamari (slightly further). read more

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Casey G.

2 years ago

The food was great. Unfortunately, the customer service was severely lacking and unkind, which easily brings this place from a 5 to a 1.

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John C.

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Ordered to go. It was Delicious! Perfectly fresh and traditional in flavor. Never been here before. Just grateful that we can continue to contribute to local restaurants like this. Thank you Aoki Sushi. We will definitely order Again! read more

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Alec L.

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I'm usually a big fan of this place but unfortunately we miscommunicated over the phone about our order, and there was no customer service given when we attempted to clarify upon pick up, and we were charged for the miscommunicated / incorrect item, and they were a bit rude about it. read more

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Jen L.

6 years ago

I'm on keto diet try to avoid carbs so I ordered sashimi for take out. It was amazingly delicious and super fresh. Also,my two kids loved their rolls. I finally found perfect sushi place where my whole family can enjoy!!! I will definitely go dine in when this covid quarantine is over. read more

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Bobby T.

3 years ago

That was great. All around good stuff. Service, food, atmosphere. Killed everything. Wow.

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Craig A.

3 years ago

Wowza! These guys are the best! Great sushi, family owned. If it's not too busy I recommend the Omakase (chefs choice).

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Chauanh D.

5 years ago

This place is fantastic! We really needed a solid sushi joint on the north end and we find ourselves ordering from here almost weekly. Quality is so fresh and they have great classic menu items as well as unique ones. We've only done takeout and they make online ordering easy. read more

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Peter K.

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We were craving sushi tonight and had heard about Aoki. Not only were the rolls and sashimi beautiful, but some of the tastiest we've had. Thank you Chef Kim for your amazing sushi art. We will definitely be back for more! read more

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Corey S.

4 years ago

First off the sushi here is average at best. Now for the part that will hopefully enable you to avoid this place. They forgot to put half our order in and we waited 20 minutes before I asked where it was. After saying they forgot to put in the order we waited another 20 minutes. They made no adjustments to the bill, which would have been customary. read more

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Lindsay P.

5 years ago

This is the best sushi I've had in Seattle! I did a pick up order and when I got there the service was fantastic. Everyone was so friendly! The food was excellent, my favorite was the Don't Cry roll. It was so flavorful and had a good kick to it! I also love ginger and they added a lot on the side which I am a fan of. Everything is reasonably priced and the food was absolutely delicious! This will be my go to sushi place from now on. read more

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Anna S.

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Top quality sushi, fast service, very friendly staff. I don't have a whole lot else to say! We tried three rolls + salmon nigiri + takoyaki and it was all tasty and satisfying. Prices are fair (with speciality rolls a bit cheaper than many other places!) and I'd rank the quality above Musashi's, though the ambiance is similar. I can't say I'll be raaaaving about this place, but the sushi is definitely good. read more

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We loved the yellow tail nigiri, Red dragon and shrimp tempura! Wasn't a huge fan of the sea serpent, just wasn't my favorite flavors! Definitely place an order in advance or you will have to wait a while if you just pop over. The food is delicious and the staff is friendly! read more

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Elle G.

6 years ago

There was an error in the system that listed "No" items as "Add" items. The staff was very nice and prioritized correcting this. I appreciate this so much given my allergies. Would definitely order again read more

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Mandy J.

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4 years ago

I'd give this spot 3.5 stars. The takoyaki was hot and larger than usual which I liked but there was too much starchy filling compared to octopus. The sauce I really liked. The volcano roll was good but had way too much sauce which masked the taste of the roll. The chirashi bowl was pretty though seemed like it had less fish than other chirashi bowls I've had in Seattle. The kabuki roll's spicy mayo tasted more mayo than spice so I scraped it off. It said it came with unagi sauce but it didn't which was disappointing. read more

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Joanne D.

6 years ago

I have still been a loyal patron of this restaurant during the pandemic. Although I only do takeout, they are taking great precautions for dine in services. Thank you for such delicious food!! I just tried the takoyaki and it is so yummy! read more

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Rachel T.

6 years ago

Amazing food, atmosphere, and service. They followed COVID guidelines amazingly. The fish was SO fresh and SO delicious. This will be a regular spot for us! read more

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Christie G.

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This is a great sushi destination in Capitol Hill and my new go-to! I will even walk past several other sushi restaurants on the way to come here. The service is excellent (and even dine-in it is safe and clean during these COVID times). The complementary miso soup was a delicious surprise, and all of the rolls we've had are flavorful and well portioned for the price. Will keep returning! read more

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621 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
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Hours

What time does Aoki Sushi & Grill open?

Aoki Sushi & Grill opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Aoki Sushi & Grill opens at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Aoki Sushi & Grill close?

Aoki Sushi & Grill closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Aoki Sushi & Grill closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri 5:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Aoki Sushi & Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Aoki Sushi & Grill takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Aoki Sushi & Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Aoki Sushi & Grill serves alcohol.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Aoki Sushi & Grill have outdoor seating?

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Shiro's

4.5 stars (5 for the price point). We tried the happy hour omakase (the 19 course, at a table/not…read moreat the counter) which is a great deal (their regular omakase is very affordable too, as compared to a lot of places especially NYC). It seems great for special occasions (we saw them coming by with a polaroid for those celebrating such as birthdays or anniversaries. I enjoyed how relaxed the vibes are at this place. I wish they had more cold tea options for the summer and more non-alcoholic drinks in general, but still had a great experience. The fish selection is fresh and the pieces are very manageable. It feels like there is a local touch with the salmon course/pieces. My husband is left handed and I was very impressed our waiter noticed and adjusted accordingly. I especially loved their soy sauce (which they said was house made). Fun little date night out and we really did enjoy it. Highly recommend making a reservation as that is what we did.

Finally tried Shiro's and I have to say, it was a pretty big let down. To be fair, we didn't do the…read morebar seating and instead went for table reservations. Reservations during off peak dinner hours aren't too difficult to get on a weeknight and street parking was fairly easy to find. The omakase / tasting menu is 19 bites, which is a decent amount of food, but overall the fish quality was really disappointing. There were only about 4-5 pieces of nigiri that tasted fresh and clean; the white fish that you start with in particular were just not a fun texture or flavor. The shellfish course and sweet shrimp were solid though. Unfortunately, besides the fish, the rice was a total flop too. It just felt dried out as if they had been pre portioned well ahead of time and under seasoned. Part of the joy of a course menu, if you want slightly warm / room temperature rice against the cool fish, but you get zero of that contrast here.

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Seating area

Sweet Shrimp

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Shiro's Matcha Tiramisu

Umi Sake House

Super yummy! Bad boy roll was a fav for the table, we also got a glass of plum wine and wouldn't…read morehave minded seconds. Atmosphere was nice and chic, fun vibes for friends hanging out. Our waiters were also very friendly and helpful in their suggestions!

Stopped in at the Umi sake house for some Japanese whisky and sushi. We started with miso soup…read morethat was very good and moved on to a spider roll and the $100 chef selection of sushi. It all was solid! The restaurant was open concept so can get loud. A lot of places are moving to this layout it seems. Not too much more to say I suppose, this a good spot that I wouldn't hesitate to return to if I ever get back to Seattle

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Momiji

I visited here for happy hour on a Monday and really enjoyed it! The happy hour items are very…read moreaffordable considering the prime location in SLU - rolls and kitchen items ~$10-15. The best part is the complimentary edamame with flaky salt. I'd come back for this detail alone. The setting inside is nice and bright, and the servers are very friendly. You'll probably want to make a reservation to be on the safe side because the restaurant isn't very large.

Steve and I got out of a movie in Seattle a few weeks ago and it was on the threshold (seems like…read morewe are always there) where it was late enough that quite a few restaurants were closing which left a few still open with later hours. Momiji was one of those and it was extremely close to the movie theater we were walking out of. Sushi sounded great so we strolled over to get some. The sushi didn't disappoint... not in the slightest! We got some specialty rolls off of that portion of the menu and they were so very good! Fresh and extremely flavorful! Moonraker was one of the rolls we got. I highly recommend it! In addition to that we got an order of the Spicy Tofu... again delicious and made an excellent side with our sushi! I got a hard alcohol I wasn't used to getting. It was fun and it was quite good! It was Shochu which is a distilled beverage and involves sweet potato. If memory serves I got the one with sweet potato and pear. Very different but very good. It had a nice dryness to it. To wrap it all up we got some deep fried mochi ice cream. It held up nicely to being a great finish to a very high quality meal. We are definitely coming back!

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The bar facing the street has a beautiful washi light fixture. The best feature of this area.

Samurai Spirit.

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Lychee Martini

Sushi Kashiba

My boyfriend took me here to celebrate my birthday and reserved seats at the chef's counter for the…read moreomakase experience. Since my birthday fell on a Wednesday, we were lucky enough to have Chef Shiro Kashiba himself behind the counter preparing and serving our meal. The entire experience was incredible. The service was organized, attentive, and made the evening feel truly special. Chef Shiro Kashiba is knowledgeable, entertaining, and incredibly passionate about his craft. With every course, from salmon and tuna to white fish, mackerel, shellfish, and eel, he explained how each piece should be eaten, where the fish was sourced, and even shared personal stories from his career. It felt like he was telling a story through every piece of sushi he prepared, making the experience both captivating and unforgettable. Chef Shiro Kashiba is truly inspiring. It was also wonderful to see that everyone seated at our counter had traveled from out of state just to experience his omakase, which speaks volumes about his reputation. This was, without a doubt, the best sushi omakase experience I've ever had. The fish was exceptionally fresh, and every bite was thoughtfully prepared. The flavors were unlike any sushi I've had before and gave me a whole new appreciation for how extraordinary sushi can be when it's crafted by a chef with such deep knowledge and experience. I would absolutely love to come back again. I left feeling completely satisfied and fulfilled, yet hungry for more of this amazing sushi experience. Thank you, Chef Shiro Kashiba, for making my birthday so memorable!

Get a cup of coffee and take a deep breath. This is a long-winded story…read more About 13 years ago, while vacationing in Seattle, we took a food tour. Our food tour was very intimate, just the two of us plus the guide. One of the restaurants we visited was called Shiro. We arrived mid-afternoon, while the restaurant was closed to the public. We were each served two pieces of Nigiri and told the story about Shiro. The two pieces that we were served were phenomenal and the story fascinating. We found out when Chef Shiro would be working next and cancelled another dinner reservation so we could try more of his food. When we arrived before opening time, there was already a woman waiting at the door. After us, a Seattle software engineer and three of his Canadian co-workers arrived. We had all arrived early because sitting at the bar in front of Shiro was on a first come, first served basis, reservations were not taken for that privilege. The year after we dined, we read that Shiro had retired. We were so disappointed that we would not get to eat his food again. Then we learned that Shiro opened a new restaurant and we planned on making a trip up to Seattle. Twelve years later, we finally made it. Reservations were made through opentable.com two months in advance. We wanted the Omakase, sitting at the bar, in front of the Master. Well, when we arrived, we found that Shiro only works on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. (sigh) Still, we had a great meal prepared by an amazing chef who hailed from Laos, whose name escapes me now. We had a pretty good conversation despite the background noise from the rest of the restaurant. The presentation was beautiful as you can see from my pictures. We asked for and received a menu list that detailed what we were being served. If you take the time to look at the photo captions, you can follow along with the menu list to see what each fish looked like. And then, on our way out, there was Shiro! We greeted him, thanked him and his Sushi Chef for a great meal. We asked for a photo and he had a staff member take the picture for us. Yes, Shiro is a slight man but not quite as small as the picture makes him look. The staffer changed my camera setting from 1x to .5x and because he was standing one step behind us, we look huge! At any rate, it was a meal that will remain with us to the end of our days. Domo Arigato Gozaimasu Shiro Kashiba & Staff!

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Bar area

Summer 2025 omakase - tuna hand roll

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Fried eel with sweet glaze and tamago made with mountain yam.

Sugo Hand Roll Bar

Hands down the best hand rolled sushi ever. The chef was friendly, informative, knowledgeable and…read moreskilled. Six of us agreed... best sushi we'd ever had. And we've eaten a LOT of sushi!

Sugo Hand Roll is our go-to for extremely fresh, extremely high-quality fish! After struggling to…read morefind sushi in Seattle that we wanted to visit more than once, we finally found it in Sugo... we quickly became regulars there. Spicy Tuna with the daikon radish is a favorite as is the salmon. When ordering outside the fish menu, the karaage chicken and calamari never disappoint. Thank you Sugo, we'll see you again soon!

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Japonessa Sushi Cocina

Locally owned & operated

Happy hour specials

Excellent service from Alejandro! This is how an employee should represent a company, well mannered…read moreand dressed professionally. We love all the food we ordered. Corner and nice location. It's a must try for everyone. 6-9-2026

After a long day of walking the city we wanted some yum sushi and looked at quite a few places…read morebefore settling on one. We made a reservation via Open Table and arrived on time and were seated quickly. Even though the restaurant wasn't full they sat us next to another couple so it was a little awkward to be so close to a couple on a date. The restaurant itself is pretty dark, atmosphere is okay, servers take their time here. The menu is quite large and we enjoyed picking out three rolls that sounded different from what we were used to. Presentation-wise , the sushi looked great! Taste-wise the sushi wasn't as fresh as I'd expect it to be...being so close to the ocean. We have some really great sushi in LA and while this was okay, it wasn't a standout for us.

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Rondo Japanese Kitchen

I went with a few friends during Restaurant Week. As expected during Restaurant Weeks, it was super…read morepacked. Thankfully, we were able to be seated at the main shared table. Tonkatsu Curry Udon Set ($35) - Panko tonkatsu with 224 umani curry and Japanese inaniwa udon, mini grilled BBQ Wagyu yakiniku don and umami poached egg. I love their curry! It's pretty complex in flavor with such amazing savoriness with the perfect consistency. The tonkatsu is crispy and yet the pork is super juicy and tender. The Wagyu has great beefy flavor over a bed of perfectly cooked rice. Taiwan Ramen ($17) - Oxtail broth, egg noodle, spiced ground pork, house made garlic oil, beansprout and chive. Hmm, I'm not sure what to make of this dish. The ground pork and noodle combination reminds me a bit of Zha Jiang Mian, Unfortunately the pork goes to the bottom of the bowl and then lost in the soup, making it hard to fish out. Mentaiko Cream Udon Set - I got to sample a bite of this and wow, it was amazing. It's super savory and creamy and coats their udon perfectly. I recommend getting this!

Stopped by for a quick lunch. Although it was busy the service was quick…read more I got the karaage chicken with Japanese curry. It really hit the spot. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu.

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FOB Sushi Bar

So good! There was a line when I went but it goes by very fast! Fish is fresh and their staff is…read moresuper on top of refilling all the nigiri and rolls! 1000/10 and bringing my friends here the next time I'm in Seattle. Shout out to the salmon belly and seared chili salmon! I'm drooling again just thinking about it! $15.99/lb for this quality is a steal! Like the salmon was thick HAHA

Not bad sushi and okay pricing. Not super cheap but cheaper than other sushi I've had in the area…read more It's nice you can try a variety of sushi vs getting one entire roll of one thing. It didn't taste super fresh. They do change out the rolls if it's been a while but who knows when that is. Since it sits there, the sushi is lukewarm. I like that they have a little bar where you can help yourself to the condiments like soy sauce, wasabi and ginger. They even offer eel sauce and spicy mayo I think. The pieces I didn't like were the pressed sushi and the tofu skin ones. The rest were fine. Not sure if I'd go back though. I think I'd like something fresher and not so lukewarm.

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Maneki

My local friends recommended we come here for some authentic Japanese food while we were visiting…read more We texted ahead to reserve a table for 5 since it is a popular place. They don't take phone calls or reservations online - very old school. Which I think makes it more desirable. We ended up getting a special room with a "chabudai" style table! I was super excited because I've never experienced it before. What I did find pleasant was that although it was a lower table, there was an opening beneath the table that allowed your legs to hang rather than having to sit Indian style. Tyson was an amazing server. Was attentive, accommodated our allergies and was thoughtful with us having a young child. He was so pleasant and polite! We enjoyed the following: Baked miso glazed eggplant - YUM and melts in your mouth. Black Miso Cod Collar - this was pleasantly surprising and so delicious. Eat bite was tender and flavorful. Simple yet so appetizing. Sushi rolls were both fresh and well prepared. The nigiri was also great and fresh- not fishy. We additionally ordered takoyaki - which I normally don't love but this one was very tasty and I enjoyed the texture. Lastly karage chicken which came with a creamy slaw. Overall it was such a pleasant experience and we look forward to coming back!

Seattle's oldest Japanese restaurant, Maneki is awash in history and tradition, from the Beckoning…read moreCat decor that greets you at the entry, to the private Tatami rooms where you can eat at an authentic, low-slung chabudai table, seated on cushions on the floor. Established in 1904 in the heart of Japantown, the restaurant relocated to the ground floor of the NP Hotel after its original structure was ransacked during World War II, when Seattle's Japanese community was relocated to internment camps outside the city. The hotel where Maneki now resides served as repository for family heirlooms that were left behind during that embarrassing and tragic period of American history. The joy of dining at Maneki goes well beyond the restaurant's incomparable history. The traditional Japanese menu has something for every taste, from delicious Nigiri and Maki Sushi to noodle dishes and local seafood. Pair your meal with a classic Japanese cocktail or a cold bottle of Sake, and you'll understand why this is one of Seattle's best culinary experiences. Highly recommended.

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Several private rooms with traditional floor seating

Wild Salmon

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Miso black cod

Musashi's

Musashi's food is always super consistent and the staff are attentive and kind. Would recommend the…read morespicy tuna (which actually has a kick, unlike many other casual sushi spots in the area)!

My husband and I went to Musashi's on a Thursday night. We arrived at 8:20, and were told that…read morein-restaurant dining had closed. We were a little confused given that Google gave the hours as open until 9, and the sign on the door showed 8:45 - this should be written somewhere to avoid future confusion. The online ordering window was still open, so we ordered chirashi bowls to go. The food was prepared quickly and we sipped on some lemon water outside while waiting in the plastic chairs lined up alongside the building. The food was decent, particularly for the price, but next time I would prefer to eat in-person given that the fish had warmed considerably during the drive home.

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Pike Place Chowder

Clam chowder was okay, but a bit salty this time. Maybe they've changed the recipe? It was not as…read moregood as I remember from 2 years ago.

The Clam Chowder was AWESOME! Other reviews are correct, order online and skip the line.read more

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Buttery Maine lobster rolls

Clam Chowder Bread Bowl

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Buttery lobster roll dipped in NE clam chowder

Biang Biang Noodles

Locally owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

I came here during a trip to Seattle for dinner. Stopped in on a weeknight with no reservation and…read morewow this place is super popular and absolutely packed! There's not too much seating available so I would recommend making a reservation but I was luckily able to snag a table for myself without one. Service was very quick Mala Spicy Beef Dry Mix Noodles (medium spice), 5/5, delicious!! I think the medium was the perfect spice level for me where it wasn't too little or too much and I thought this was quite filling. I was very hungry as I didn't have lunch so I finished the whole bowl but I think if you were eating normally you could have a bit to take away as well! This is an ideal meal for a cold, rainy Seattle day and the restaurant's decor and large fish tank definitely gave it a Chinese restaurant atmosphere

I officially ALWAYS take people here whenever they visit…read more We always get some variant that's got the mala spicy beef dry mix. One or two big plush noodles plus all the seasonings and oil oil oil to boot. What's not to love. Keep your loved ones close but your Tums closer with this one. The spicy oiliness of it all sends you to heaven and to heartburn. The apps aren't bad either but it's a heaping bowl- I almost always have leftovers (pro tip is to boil more noodles at home and add them so the meal literally keeps giving for a while) Go early or be prepared to wait. The turnover is wicked fast here you literally order and get your noodles like 1 minute later, and it's majorly slurpable so I feel like you finish pretty quick! Also there's a nice fish tank to look at while you're seated.

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Stewed Pork Belly Soup Noodle (IG: hangryforwhat)

Chinese Mai Tai

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Lychee Martini , Biang Biang Mule , Lychee Beer , THAI Iced Tea, and Yuzu Shuwah

Din Tai Fung

One word, Gabriel. Best server of all time, our water pitcher was never empty. I have never been…read moremore hydrated. Seven pitchers in and I still wanted more. I had never felt more tight in my life. Thank you Gabriel. 10/10.

We showed up 2 hours early, thankfully they were able to accommodate! Food was amazing. Even the…read moreteens and 9 yr old loved it

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Lola

We had an unpleasant experience with the host today. When my boyfriend and I arrived, we asked for…read morea table for 2 and were told it would be ~ 10 minute wait. The host asked us to wait outside and said she would come get us when our table was ready. A family who was already waiting outside was called in shortly after, and we continued waiting. We saw several parties leave and many people come in and get seated right away, so we assumed they had reservations. After waiting about 25 minutes, we went back inside to check on our table. The host told us that we "didn't leave a phone number," even though we were never asked for one and were told to wait outside until she comes get us. Instead of acknowledging the mistake, she complimented my shirt mid-conversation, which felt like she was trying to brush it off. The entire time we were outside, we were the only people waiting, and we even saw her setting up the outside seating as the restaurant got busier. She never once checked in with us or said anything. The food was good, and our service once we were seated was great. Unfortunately, our first interaction with the host left a bad first impression and took away from the overall experience. That's why we're taking off two stars.

Me and my friends were in search of a good brunch place in Seattle for one of our friend's birthday…read moreand came across Lola thru OpenTable. As we looked at the menu, we thought that the food choices were interesting and that it wasn't a typical american brunch offering. Upon our arrival the host was very accommodating as we wanted to bring in balloons and cake. They were very friendly and the food was amazing that we weren't able to take photos before devouring the meal. The place had a very cozy feel. 10/10 would recommend and would come back to try more. Must try: Lamb Kebab

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Octopus Hash

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Bristol Bay sockeye salmon (kebab)

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Jessica L.

6 years ago

Can't wait to try them. New renovated, New chef, and New taste.... this is what we need for all of us who are quarantine at this time. Take my order please!!!!! read more