The food was really tasty and came out pretty quickly. I had some happy hour items - avocado crispy rice and cucumber hosomaki. I also had a miso soup. The ambiance and service took a hit because I think I had a bit of an odd experience. They seated me at the bar, which was fine, but no one else was seated there and there were lots of tables available in the dinning room. Still, it was cool to see the sushi being made. The issue came when I had no server assigned it seemed, eventually the people at the sushi bar just took my order and flagged down a server to get me some water. After I finished eating, I sat and read my book for a while before the same server came over and asked if I was ready to cash out. I wasn't in a hurry so this was fine, but it did feel a bit like I was seated to the side and forgotten about. The guys behind the counter making the sushi were a great help in bridging the gap! read more

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Please review your bill closely. They add the tipping option AFTER the taxes are applied to your order which results in an unnecessarily larger tip amount. I gave feedback to the management that they need to update their billing software so that you are only tipping the pre-tax amount. The ambiance felt routine like any other sushi place. The menu selection could be more robust. The service could be better too. My wife received her meal and finished it before I got mine so we both were not dining in sync with each other. I doubt we'll be coming back anytime soon, as there are other sushi places that have more menu options, and more affordable prices. read more

Absolutely incredible service. They helped navigate my allergies unlike any other high end restaurant. The ambiance was extremely tranquil and magnificent. The food was simply perfect, flavors and textures I've never experienced for. The bowl was definitely the best bang for your buck. I have been to a lot of sushi places but this is genuinely unparalleled. I'll be flying back here soon. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Charashi Bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing food and our server was great helping my mom navigate the menu with all her allergies! Managers came by to check on our food and the Chef even brought out one of our rolls! I wish I had taken pictures of the food because every plate looked like a work of art. read more

I loved the fun ambiance inside and the patio outside was pleasant. Miso soup was perfect and enjoyed a nice spicy tuna roll read more

Bamboo Sushi - Miso soup and spicy tuna roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is fantastic for sushi! The ambiance is mature and very adult though and the staff are great at making some yummy recommendations for some delicious rolls! Our usual go to spot for sushi is usually in Cap Hill but this was an excellent alternative since we were doing some shopping in U Village this specific evening. Definitely will be coming back! read more

Food is great, service in Seattle is great but portland, service is not as good. Food comes out slowly and in a different order each time - but we've been going here for years because, as I mentioned, we love the food :) read more

MY FAVORITE their signature roll is my favorite all the time. I think the name was the unicorn. Really good. You definitely should try it if you come here. Most of the servers are very kind and well mannered. Just one thing I noticed before was that a server's clothes and apron was dirty and I was like . Still, the foods and services are really good I can tell. I recommend outdoor rather than inside if the weather and temperatures are okay because inside is very noisy when it's busy time. read more

The tuna nigiri is excellent. I also enjoyed the salmon nigiri, but think the salmon slice could have been slightly thicker. We had the hoki poki box and a spicy tuna roll which were excellent. The service was good also. read more

We have been going to Bamboo for years. I could go on and on about great experiences here, but I'll sum it up with, you literally can't go wrong here. Sushi bar, table, bar, all great experiences. The food and service are amazing pre AND post pandemic. I have eaten at each location and all are great. DM me if you have a bad experience, but that won't happen. read more

Bamboo sushi is a celiac girlies dream when craving sushi!! The menu clearly lists the items CONTAINING gluten, which is only 3 dishes. The rest of the large menu is entirely gluten free! I was very excited to learn they have a separate fryer for gluten free food. They have tamari sauce at each table instead of soy sauce. The server informed me that the tempura used for some of the menu items is also gluten free....I was so happy about this! The restaurant staff were knowledgeable about celiac and took care to make me comfortable. I will be coming here often now that I know they prioritize the safety of gluten free customers. Thank you for the incredible experience, Bamboo Sushi! read more

Sashimi and sushi here are fresh, and the miso glazed black cod was delicious. Cocktails here aren't very impressive though. We sat by the bar so we got to chat with the friendly chefs as they prepared sushi. We liked the bar seat because of that but overall the restaurant seating is comfortable with enough space between tables. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Sashimi, spicy scallop roll, black cod, spicy tuna on crispy rice, unicorn roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food is always pretty good. They have been great with our kids 4 and 2... which I know is hard on the staff and patrons. Also this is a convenient stop at u village. read more

I really appreciate that the default for the menu items was gluten free with those few items that had gluten were clearly marked. Two quibbles I have are the sushi came out before the miso soup and salads that we wanted as appetizers. The green tea was delicious but the cups were too hot for me to hold. The Green Machine and the Rainbow are our favorites. Extra points for being dedicated to sustainable seafood. read more

The staff is delightful and the food is definitely a delicious treat. Can't wait for my next amazing meal at Bamboo Sushi.

A fantastic restaurant with an extensive gluten-free menu. The best sushi l've ever had, and I also ordered the octopus, which they serve with their special cilantro sauce that 1 really enjoyed However, the prices are a bit high. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Clean atmosphere, great service, beautiful presentation, and the perfect spot for a party of 2-6 people. I loved the rolls, but especially loved the Poke roll. The togarashi and avocado really complement the tuna and the fish was sooo fresh. Our server recommended the sweet chili cauliflower and it did not disappoint! The outer crust is caramelized like a shell and it doesn't taste like a vegetable at all. Bathrooms were clean and aesthetic. We love a tidy restroom. The only disappointment was the tea selection... no matcha iced tea? Or matcha latte? The only drinks they have are hot genmaicha or cold black tea ($4-5) which is expensive for what it is. No thank you, I'll go to a boba shop instead! But the drinks looked great :) Overall would definitely recommend. I frequent Japanese restaurants so this def makes the list for cute brunch bites. read more

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Sushi Spicy tuna crispy rice, spicy salmon crispy rice, and chasing the dragon roll Not gonna visit second time. Crispy rice 是把壽司飯拿去炸，口感吃起來莫名像蘿蔔糕（好想吃蘿蔔糕本人），外層酥酥裡面軟呼呼。上面分別是辣鮭魚泥跟辣鮪魚泥，雖然不是很懂美國的壽司為什麼喜歡把魚肉打成泥，但很喜歡辣鮭魚上的紫蘇葉～點綴口味的層次 壽司捲的名字很浮誇，但口味小普通 read more

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Sustainable sushi spot in U Village. We visited on Saturday evening and they were able to get us seated without a wait - were also able to accommodate our stroller which was much appreciated! The seats are well spaced out and the restaurant has high ceilings which is nice. The volume of music was a bit louder than I would like and they were playing some club-ish music? Food and service was good, drinks pretty good too. I got a non alcoholic drink which pretty tasty. * Roasted maitake mushrooms - delicious, so meaty and flavorful, def recommend if you like mushrooms * Grilled saba - loved it, the pickled mustard seed was a great accompaniment * we chose to get the spicy tuna and spicy albacore as hand rolls. These were great! Crispy nori and filling all the way down. Often you may end up just eating rice and nori but this wasn't the case! * we got several nigiri. You can choose the pre designated yakumi to go with it or naked. Overall I wish we did just naked for the nigiri. Some of the yakumi made it taste a bit weird and drew away from the fish itself. That being said, fish is fresh and the price isn't bad for two pieces. We didn't get any rolls or crispy rice or mains so cannot speak to those. Overall solid sushi place, I like that they're sustainable. Would drop in if I am craving sushi while shopping! read more

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Never tasted anything like this. Freshest, amazing, pure. Rice might complicate something this good. So, enjoy it in its finest form. 9/16/2022 read more

Bamboo Sushi - Sockeye - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Solid place in U Village and definitely much higher quality sushi than the previous sushi options here. The menu leans towards a more fusion dishes, but the sashimi plate was quite good and presented beautifully. They have a nice selection of small plates and sake as well. The one pet peeve was that they served the ama-ebi aburi style, so wasn't too happy about that. And the tempura batter is a bit heavier than I like. But definitely enjoyed the quality of the fish and sake, plus they have happy hour too! read more

Bamboo Sushi - Awesome sashimi platter! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

[ Visited prior to COVID-19 outbreak ] Once I heard that Bamboo Sushi opened up at University Village, I couldn't pass up an opportunity to add this to my vacation day agenda. Branded as the "world's first sustainable sushi restaurant", I admire their commitment to environmentally-friendly practices, reducing their carbon footprint and inspiring others to adopt similar values. The interior is a polished composition of sleek black tables and chairs, natural wood, and shiny countertops. The restaurant opened several months ago, but still looked brand new! We arrived around noon and were seated immediately by the hostess who provided us with a warm welcome. While a large portion of their menu is sushi, they have a whole page dedicated to other options "from the garden", "from the land" and "from the sea". Hungry and ready to eat, the three of us ordered one entree and three of their Signature Rolls to share: + Miso-Cured Black Cod ($15) w/ yuzu miso, ginger, citrus, green onion & chili oil: The cod was delicate and super moist. I'm not a citrus-lover, but the flavor of the miso sauce had bright notes from the yuzu fruit with a bite from the ginger. With the dish containing only three small pieces of cod swimming in sauce, it seemed rather pricey, however the serving turned out to be enough for us, given that black cod is rich and buttery on its own. + Green Machine Roll w/ Crab ($12 + $4 crab): Tempura green beans, avocado, crab and cilantro sweet chili aioli. The Green Machine Roll is a great option for vegetarians, but we decided to splurge a bit and add crab for an additional $4. With or without, it is a roll with bold flavors due to their zesty aioli. It had some pretty powerful notes of garlic and I could definitely taste the cilantro. I just wish that they eased up on the sauce which seemed to mask all the roll's ingredients. Nevertheless, this was delicious with nice contrasting textures between the crunchy beans and smooth avocado. + Ocean Farmer ($15): Crab, avocado, cucumber, topped with garlic oil, shiso (mint family) & seared Hawaiian Kanpachi. This is Bamboo's version of a classic California roll with some fresh shiso and clean finish of the Kanpachi. I unfortunately didn't taste any hint of garlic whatsoever, but I think that would have complemented the roll and made it extra special. + Chasing the Dragon ($13): Shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, crab, cucumber, avocado, tempura flakes. I was definitely shocked by the size of this roll as each piece is huge and stuffed to the max. You first taste their delectable crab, then sense some heat from the spicy tuna, followed by crunch from the tempura shrimp and coating of flakes. Overall, this roll was really well-done, but challenging to eat in a graceful manner. In general, all the rolls we had were relatively substantial with a generous portion of ingredients, wrapped in a thin layer of rice. All our food tasted fresh and we left feeling healthy and satisfied. The waitstaff took good care of us throughout our lunch. Our waiter remembered our order without writing it down and all our dishes arrived correctly in a timely manner. One minor mention is that they do not leave soy sauce on the tables, contrary to other sushi spots. If requested, the waitstaff will pour you a dish of soy sauce table-side. When it comes to pricing, I thought that everything we ordered was reasonably priced, except for the cod which should have included some other sort of side dish. We'll return again for another lunch or perhaps for their Happy Hour (3:00 - 6:00P)! read more

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Food - 10/10 - Got the crispy rice with spicy tuna, oh. my. god. AND for all you gluten freaks it's gf! so get in there because you will melt. Miso soup was fire and i'm not usually a miso typa gal, Unicorn roll was fresh and just yum. Service - Lucy was our waitress, such a doll, so cute, it was like we were all at dinner together. Had the pleasure of also meeting the manager Misa, who was so lovely and generous, especially when we were still sitting in after hours. Ambiance of bamboo sush is clean, you can see the chefs at work and the space is great. overall experience 11/10 would go back would eat that whole menu! read more

Bamboo Sushi focuses on sourcing with transparency and became the world's first certified sustainable sushi restaurant. This specific location is in the heart of U-Village and has a snazzy interior! I checked out a few rolls with a friend. We got the Hoki poki box and Unicorn rolls. The rolls are definitely creative but small portions for the price. Sometimes you lose the fish in the clash of flavors. And both are definitely on the pricy side. Overall I'd recommend checking it out once! Follow my Instagram and TikTok @thephotographerfoodie! :) read more

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Underwhelming flavors, overwhelming prices. Guys, I wasn't expecting huge portions or anything - sushi is expensive, I get that. But come on. I feel like they could've had at least one saving factor when it came to their sushi - but sadly, it was all served at room temperature, not fresh tasting, small, and unsatisfying. We had two signature rolls and one of the basic rolls. One of the signature rolls had the word Dragon in it, and that's really all I remembered. None of the flavors stood out. It looked pretty, but was only one flavor all the way through and all the ingredients really just fell flat. Gave it two stars because the service was really nice, and the ambiance of the actual place wasn't bad. Clean and modern. But I unfortunately wouldn't recommend this place :( their food just isn't it. read more

Good food. Short wait. Nice staff. If you can bring yourself to sit on filth. See photo. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Bench in dining room - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I had high hopes for this place since there were really good reviews and was always being recommended to me, but i was disappointed. The inside was nice and modern, servers are friendly and stylish but the food was okay. Overall the sushi was more like a fusion, for example the nigiri had different kinds of sauces on it and the specialty rolls weren't that special. We got a crispy rice spicy tuna, friday the 13th roll, and the spicy salmon roll. The crispy rice tuna had truffle oil which gave it a weird smell but tasted fine. The crispy rice part was good. The tuna was really mushed up personally i dont like that kind of texture. The spicy salmon roll was just bland The friday the 13th roll was good, but nothing I'd order again. For the price i wouldnt recommend this if you're a sushi enthusiast. read more

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The service was pretty good. The servers were kind but a bit overworked. The food was very overly salty. Had a couple of rolls and each was too salted. A shame. Esp w the prices. 2 people. 3 rolls and edamame and a beer and it was $100. Need to make the food quality better at that price. read more

When Blue C Sushi left I was heartbroken that I wouldn't have a sushi spot in University Village anymore. I'm so glad Bamboo Sushi moved in and have redesigned it to make it their own unique space! We went here for dinner one weeknight and were pleased to be seated right away. I'm glad they seated us on the right side of the space away from the families with kids and a more casual atmosphere. The menu was extensive and we were immediately impressed. The service was good and the food was even better. The table edamame was not expected but well received! All of the nigiri was fresh and delicious with my favorites being the uni and the scallop. The amber jack entree dish was the most unique entree I've had at a sushi restaurant in a long time. The flavors and textures were perfectly complementary and I could order that once a week if I'm not careful! The miso soup was very good and just perfect on a cold winter night! All in all a good first experience. I look forward to future visits to Bamboo! read more

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Every dish was a success. Particularly, loved the Green Machine Roll. Rarely, do I enjoy vegetarian rolls as much as non-vegetarian ones. read more

Can't wait to visit Bamboo Sushi again! Came in for Seattle Restaurant Week and because they are on the WA Envirostars list! Sustainable sushi restaurant?! Yes, please! Enjoyed a mocktail (Ginger Lemongrass) with the restaurant week lunch menu which included, miso soup, mixed green salad, salmon nigiri, and the Unicorn roll. Everything was flavorful and delicious. The salad was sizable not the started small starter size at most sushi restaurants. The nigiri had lemon zest on top and that was such a nice delicate touch. The cut of salmon was delectable and substantial with the right amount of rice. The unicorn roll was surprisingly good! The sauce was amazing I never needed the tamari. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I WILL BE BACK! read more

Bamboo Sushi - unicorn roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I've given this location at least 3 shots before writing this review, before and after the re-opening (and even once before Covid). I initially fell in love with this local chain in Portland, and even chose to celebrate my birthday there with 12 friends. Sadly, this location doesn't even come close to what I experienced in Portland. The main reason I won't come back is they serve lukewarm raw fish. This is a huge no-no for me. It's happened every single time - Chirashi bowls, sashimi, etc. The Green Machine roll is incredible but I can't come to the restaurant just for that...everything else on the menu is just mediocre. With so much sushi selection in Seattle, this place needs work. There are also some servers who are very attentive, while others aren't engaged at all and the food takes forever to arrive. Asking for ginger/other things were forgotten several times in a row! read more

Grabbed late lunch here around 3:45 today. The sushi was super delicious and flavorful, great quality of fish to rice ratio. Ambience clean and modern. Sustainability vibes for sure. Downfall was definitely the beginning, several of us waiting in the front, I did see a host guy help 1 person but he went to the back for a long time. Several servers and employees walked by the front and none of them greeted or acknowledged that we were waiting. Very unusual, if they're short staffed they should be more helpful in helping the front too. Or at least acknowledge the guests coming in. Eventually a female manager came up and started seating us. That was the downfall of the visit. Restaurant was probably 15-20% sat on the side that was open, so they were not that busy. Overall nigiri was amazing. I loved the flavor in every different piece, enjoyed the green tea too. Sushi chefs were friendy and greeted Me as I sat. Alex was my server, he greeted me and got me started. He seemed busy. I asked for Limes and that was the only encounter during my meal besides the greet and closing of the tab. Highlight was the food, sushi chefs and green tea for sure. Their happy hour didn't really look interesting, I didn't order anything on there. I just got their nigiri items. For myself 7 nigiri orders and tea, i spent like almost $90 including a 25% added tip. Expected more from service, but food made up for it. Settings are clean and nice for the food, I liked that. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Left to Right King Salmon, Kanpachi, Whitefish, Saba, Scallop, Ikura, Amaebi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Not the best dining experience for the price of the food. The roll we got was ok, the karaage we got was kind of chewy and not super crispy (sauce was better but felt like fish and chips not chicken karaage), the sashimi was good portioned but the tuna didn't seem very fresh. Don't think I'll be going back read more

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We wanted to give this place a try because of its popularity in Oregon. 1.) Overall, I think the food was just okay. Not great, not bad. Bamboo Caesar was great--I would recommend ordering it! The rolls were very mediocre but I would recommend ordering rolls over Nigiri. The nigiri pieces are GINORMOUS, to some that might not be a bad thing but when it's so big that it's hard to eat and have to be eaten in 3 separate bites, it can become unappetizing. 2.) Service was just okay, after our server took our order, there was no regard to check back in. I also noticed many of the servers leaving their mask below their nose or taking it off often. read more

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While I appreciate the desire to be sustainable and gluten free, it disappoints in a lot of ways. The business itself is cute, but very loud and busy. I definitely recommend not sitting at the bar to avoid the noises and view of the kitchen. The wait for both service and food was a little too long. Just long enough that we'd realize it'd been a while since we saw our server and then question it a bit. When we did get our food, a server immediately asked if my girlfriend and I were related. When we said no, she back pedaled and said it was a compliment, but like... it's not? My girlfriend and I both have brown hair (mine is dyed green with brown roots) and glasses, but I'm Asian and she's white. Left us feeling really awkward. The food didn't salvage the vibe either. My girlfriend's sunset roll was mostly bland except for a spicy tingle. I got a special, the bamboo sukiyaki and I think it was better than her roll, but not worth the price. Overall, food not great, atmosphere is not the best (at least for the bar), and service wasn't timely or helpful in sustaining the vibe they're attempting. It looks like it works with other people so good for them, but I know I won't be back. read more

Popped in by myself to wait out traffic. Luckily I caught HH. Sat at the bar where AK, excellent server, took care of me. Food was yummy and fresh. Drinks, recommend Davy Jones and Legacy, were delish. Will be back when at UVillage. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Hand roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went with my kid on a Monday night where only half of the restaurant was seated. We left the table to use their bathroom mid-meal, returned less than a few minutes later and saw our table had been cleared. Neither the staff nor the manager was apologetic. Some service. read more

After checking out Bamboo Sushi at a Yelp event, husband and I decided to return for a splendid birthday dinner. We opted for Omakase and were delighted by a wonderful selection of nigiri and sashimi as well as miso soup, edamame and mushroom and chicken karaage. I was pleasantly surprised by the mushroom karaage in particular, it was flavorful and crispy without being overtly greasy or heavy. The nigiri and sashimi portions were bountiful. My husband and I sadly have to leave a few pieces behind because we were stuffed! This is a must visit when you are at U Village. read more

Given that this is in U village, the prices make sense. It's the small portions and simplicity that were surprising. We got the albacore carpaccio because it looked good based on the ingredients list on the menu, but we had no idea what to expect because I don't know what carpaccio is. When it arrived, I was disappointed to find it was just 5 small pieces of fish with the other ingredients on top of, but that was my fault for not knowing what carpaccio is. This dish costs $15, so basically each piece was $3+ each. I thought it would be a more substantial dish. I also ordered the ocean farmer and Friday the 13th rolls. Those arrived with not much on them, so it appears this sushi place isn't about quantity and substance. They're more focused on other things like sustainability, and I would only recommend it to people seeking that aspect over decent sushi. I was still so hungry after these dishes, so you're going to need to order more than 3 dishes to be full. Overall, their sushi is very simpleized and basic with only random rare ingredients like apple and pear to help them "stand out". The bathroom has no gender, so everyone waits for the same stalls and then washes their hands at the same sinks. They have bamboo toilet paper, and the stalls are enclosed rooms. read more

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