On friday night, we waited ~20min. We walked around the town until we got a text message that our…read moretable was ready. After we sat down, we ordered 2 Shoyu, 1 spicy miso, and 1 Shrimp Tan Tan. Tan Tan: The broth for Tan Tan tasted clean and not greasy as it does not contain meat. It had a spicy kick to the broth which I loved. There were 4 shrimps that were perfectly cooked, not dry. Spicy Miso: the broth also had a kick to it. This broth was a bit thicker than Tan Tan's as the ramen contains meat. It wasn't greasy and salty. Shoyu: this broth is the thickest and heaviest. A bit greasy but not too greasy. All ramen weren't salty and were delicious even for non-ramen lover like myself. We will be back!

Few better ways to complete a recreational day on Whidbey Island than to have a tasty bowl of ramen…read moreat Ultra House! Nestled behind the main walking areas, you can follow the street signs to this restaurant. We arrived just before they opened for the evening from 4:30pm. It is not a large restaurant but we were early. Bright and cheerful interior with shelves of Japanese sweets and some souvenirs on the side. Our favorite and go-to is the tonkotsu which has the thicker pork bone broth. We have not visited for a year or so and the price has gone up while the volume seemed to have gone down. Nevertheless the taste was great and we were satisfied with the meal.

Did not expect to find such a gem in the middle of Woodinville! The sushi here is absolutely…read moreamazing, and I've been about 2-3 more times since I first came here. I'd actually say that this is the best casual (non-omakase/chef's choice) sushi I've had in the greater Seattle area. Their special rolls are creative and delicious, and I've since tried their sashimi as well which is super fresh. Their appetizers (we got the Inari Bomb and the ika geso karaage) were fantastic. All the rolls and appetizers here were an explosion of flavor IMO, but not too rich that it became unappetizing later. Highly recommend stopping by, it's underrated for sure! The space is a little small, but we've so far not had issues with the wait; the longest so far was about 20 minutes. The service is attentive and efficient as well.

Sushi Koushi - A Hidden Gem! We decided to try out this…read moreplace on a Monday evening after my daughter's gym class. Sushi Koushi is a tiny spot tucked inside the mall -- the place was pretty clean, nothing too fancy about it. We ordered Green Tea, Unagi Nigiri, Jalapeño Bombs, Dragon Roll, and the Koushi Roll. Let me start by saying -- everything we ordered was pretty amazing! A note: We are a pretty hard family to please when it comes to sushi. So far, we've only had one go-to sushi place for the past five years. This one? Even my daughter loved it. The flavors were beautifully balanced -- nothing was too overpowering. The quantity was more than sufficient for a family of three. Usually at other places, we end up ordering one more roll, but not here! I especially loved the Koushi Roll, which had seared salmon -- absolutely delicious. For the Jalapeño Bombs, we requested they replace the tuna with crab, and it was perfect for our taste buds. Needless to say, my daughter finished most of them! The service was really quick -- we were in and out within 40 minutes, which is impressive for the amount of food we ordered. Overall, a really nice and pleasant experience. Super glad we tried this one out -- highly recommend!

Found this amazing donburi spot in MLT! Love supporting local businesses and especially family…read moreowned businesses. The dad and daughter were working hard and still made us feel so welcome. Service was great and felt like a home cooked meal by the mom! Cute interior and low ambient lighting. Definitely recommend this spot for a fair priced "home-cooked" meal!

My second visit to Matsunaga. We tried something different Mille Feuille Nabe, Sukiyaki Beef Nabe,…read moreEbi Mayo and Agedashi Tofu, Great pick for our dinner. Shared all of them to 3. Not too much food, perfect fo us. Tasty, not too much seasoning. Very good! Service is great. Choose between water, green tea or other drinks they have. You check the menu and the server/owner will come back to check your preferences. Food is cooked and served. For nabe dishes, they give each dish a portable burner to cook nabe on table side. Yummy! Nice decorated place. Clean and simple. Will always enjoy the home cooked style at this place. Thank good for it being close to home.

Delicious traditional Japanese breakfast! My son recently spent a month in Japan, and he originally…read morebrought me here to feed his craving and give me a breakfast adventure. The owners are incredibly nice, the space is clean and well-organized, and the food is spectacular--enough so that breakfast here was my Mother's Day celebration request! Highly recommend.

We stopped for a quick meal after a weekend sports event. We had the Beef Croquette Bento and the…read moreBeef Curry with Pork Cutlet. Fabulously cooked and tasty. The crunch was good on the fried food and the sides were delicious. The croquettes were crunchy, fluffy and darn good. The curry was yummy. Just a small hole in the wall restaurant. My only complaint is that it is far from our home.

We LOVE Shima and always go there for any of our special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries…read moreand other special days! We live on Camano Island so it's just a hop, skip, and a jump to get there without having to go too far from home! The sushi is absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. Service is exceptional!

Great hidden spot just off the main drag. Fresh sushi, solid portions, and everything i tried was…read morereally good. Service was friendly and quick, definitely a go-to if you're in Stanwood!

Delicious sushi spot with modern twists. My friend and I got the Jason, Ryan and Kay roll all…read moreserved on one platter. my friend got a Yuzu mimosa. We shared the sushi nachos which we a little soggy and something we would pass on next time. The sushi rolls were fresh and tasted great. The Kay roll was the most intriguing since it was all vegetarian with sweet potato being the star of the show. Very delicious and fun for the veggie ppl out there. Good spot, large dining room so you don't feel cramped, service was great. A few parties that came after us were familiar with the servers and it was nice to see the restaurant had returning customers or had some sort of community.

I recently tried Kazoku Japanese Cuisine and honestly, this place exceeded my expectations in every…read moreway. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm, calm, and very authentic. The wooden partitions and traditional Japanese design elements create a cozy space that is both elegant and relaxed. It is the kind of place where you can take your time and actually enjoy the experience, not just the food. What really stood out to me was the freshness and presentation. You can literally see the quality at the sushi bar, with beautifully cut fish displayed right in front of you. It immediately builds trust and anticipation. I ordered a mix of items, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared. The crispy rolls we had were perfectly balanced, with a light crunch on the outside and very fresh, flavorful fish on top. The textures were just right, not greasy, not heavy, just clean and satisfying. The crab tempura roll was also excellent, with a nice crispiness and generous portions. One of my favorite parts was how vibrant everything looked. The colors, the plating, the little details like the garnish and sauce all showed care and attention. It did not feel like standard sushi you can get anywhere, it felt curated. The menu itself is also really interesting. There are classic options, but also more elevated dishes like uni, toro selections, and specialty items that make the experience feel a bit more premium without being intimidating. You can go simple or explore more refined flavors depending on your mood. Service was smooth and pleasant. Nothing felt rushed, and everything came at a good pace. It made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. Overall, this is definitely a spot I would come back to. It hits that perfect balance between quality, atmosphere, and price. Whether you are going for a casual sushi night or something a bit more special, Kazoku delivers. Highly recommend. I felt like I was in Japan. I miss Japan .

Food was unique, well-prepared and terrific. It was crowded and the food came out pretty slowly. It…read morewas crazy busy with lots of To Go orders. So, get here early.

Extremely friendly staff, and all hard workers. I came to this restaurant around 5pm on a Saturday…read moreand it was busy. Every table was full but they sat me at the bar. I waited about 35 minutes to receive my food. Would I have liked to receive it sooner? Yes, but I could tell the kitchen was working hard and it was busy. They did what they could I got an 8.00 Sake Maki role and the Nebeyaki Udon soup dish to compliment the rainy and moody weather The sushi roll wasn't anything special. Salmon, rice and seaweed, you really can't go wrong! I'm going to to come back and try other rolls cause the sushi here looks delicious The soup was full of Sweet and savory ... It definitely had that umami flavor but the shrimp and egg were very overcooked. The soup was boiling hot when I received it, the egg was hard boiled, not poached and the shrimp tempura was tough and rubbery. The variety of ingredients impressed me though. The fish cake, fried tofu, mushrooms, and pea crisps were delicious and flavorful! I would get this dish again, because it truly did taste good, I just wish they'd out the shrimp and egg into the broth later so that they didn't come out overcooked. Loved the vibe here, food was good.. this place has a good thing going!

Hadn't been to Ichikawa or any Port Townsend eateries much lately...been out of town...then had a…read morebad cough. Never popular when in a restaurant...but better now, and craving some of Ichikawa s fabulous Japanese cuisine! Started with a dozen local oysters...done Japanese style. Then we shared a plate of Gyoza...YUM! I had their "Spicy Seafood Soup" which I really love! I get it almost every time! Delicious broth with shrimp, scallops, swordfish, clams and baby squid. Then my wife had the grilled halibut and I had a selection of sushi...YUM again!!! Fresh and saltwater eel...wanted to try the difference. Then other classic Sushi...yellowtail, scallops(raw) and uni (sea urchin) As always, service was professional...

We were sat down at our table and weren't addressed while every other table was attended to. We…read moredidn't have any food because we decided to leave due to bad service. I usually don't just leave, especially after making a reservation, but the lack of regard felt purposeful

What a delicious time at this quaint, sea side restaurant. I ordered the gnocchi which was so good,…read moreand "Greek style" (think tomatoes, olives, balsamic vinegar, etc). It was one of the most unique dishes I've ever had, and definitely a must if you're a vegetarian like me. My partner had the calamari which he loved, and the New York Strip Steak with veggies, which he also claimed was delicious. The drinks are great as well, I loved my lavender fields forever cocktail and he loved his huckleberry spritz (just as a warning, both drinks are a bit sweet). This spot is definitely a must if you're in Coupeville. The service was kind and friendly which was the cherry on top!

I brought my mom and Cousin here when they came to visit me on my long housesitting gig. There was…read moresome sort of festival going on downtown so I was a little afraid that it would be too busy for us to get a table, but we had about a 45 minute wait and while we waited, we just walked around to all the cute little stores. I got the Jamaican mussels with linguine added, and oh my gosh, I cannot even explain to you, the flavor, explosion and deliciousness. I was a little afraid when I saw Jamaican because I actually have a sensitivity to black pepper of all things which usually means I can't eat anything that has jerk in the name which is what my mind immediately went to. These mussels, however, were so delicately flavored, but also so intensely flavored with the mixture of Jamaican spices and coconut milk and with some fresh fruit like mango added in. It was absolutely phenomenal. My mom got the crabcakes entree which comes with a salad. Their Caesar dressing is definitely homemade. It made me close my eyes in ecstasy. Then my cousin got the garlic, shrimp prawns - I think that's what it was called. He said his dish was absolutely delicious as well. The view is right on the water and the staff were attentive and friendly. I will keep bringing friends and family who visit here over and over so I get to experience it again too!

Food AMAZING got a donkatsu ramen insanely good. Service…read moregood they were very nice say hi out and they say bye back. Ambiance nice very nice decorations and also there are these pads on the benches INSANELY comfy.

I was very appreciative that he was willing to bring the food out to my car. I didn't want to pull…read morethe walker out and navigate my way through the restaurant. The food is quite expensive for the small amount that you get. It was very tasty though. For me, it'll probably be a treat once in a blue moon, but it did look like he had plenty of people patronizing the restaurant.