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    Kouyou Sushi

    3.9 (53 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Tamago, Inari Avocado
    Diana C.

    This was a really solid restaurant! I'm so excited to see a conveyor belt style sushi place closer to downtown. The staff were very friendly and all our rolls were very tasty. It was also very efficient time wise before a show. Their little Shinkansen train tray is cute too. Loved it! A little more leeway to indicate preferences (ie no sesame) on the order tablet would be nice though!

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    We really wanted something fast and with fresh seafood. This restaurant was a short walk from the hotel. Ordering is done on a pad like other conveyor belt sushi places. Our first item came out on a cute little train; our subsequent dishes did not come out that way but I did notice some of the other booths did receive more than one train. The standard sushi appears on plates and were fine. We ordered the "tacos" made with seaweed - They were good. We also ordered the dessert of custard fried in sticks and served with custard. These were also good.

    Kameel D.

    Good affordable sushi, fish quality is decent. Menu is reparative of the same flavors and sauces. The inside is nice, in a hole in the wall location, but overall decent.

    Maxine L.

    Heard about a new belt sushi place (not revolving, just belt delivered to you) and had to try it out Came for a Friday night dinner and it was pretty empty. The place itself is bright, open, and minimal. The tables are also spaced out quite a bit, so it feels pretty private. I like their tablet ordering system. Each item gives a good description of ingredients which I liked. Service is good as well -- just filling up waters and taking away empty plates. We ordered a variety of nigiri and the crab tempura. The nigiri themselves were not bad. Salmon was good, scallops were moderately good, uni was terrible but why would you expect otherwise. I surprisingly really liked their scallop truffle piece. The snow crab tempura was delicious, but wish they gave more pieces, especially given the almost $20 price tag The Shinkansen delivered sushi is cute, but there's 2 belts serving each table and the train only runs on one belt, so not guaranteed you'll get the train every order. Overall, okay. There are some interesting pieces like ones with truffle. But there's ones with cheese, mango... are.. questionable? Fish quality is an okay hit or a miss and prices are a bit steep especially for the quality.

    Wagyu and Salmon
    Eva R.

    I love this spot! I've always been trying to find a good conveyor belt sushi and I finally found one! We got a various assortment of nigiris and appetizers. My partner and I's favorite are the wagyus! They're incredibly soft and it melts in your mouth. Although there were some items that were a little off (can't exactly remember which one) but most of them were great! The quality of sushi is amazing and I definitely would come back here!

    Tonkotsu Ramen
    Jackie Y.

    I was disappointed with the food here. A lot of the rolls seem to have cream cheese added which feels kinda odd and white washed. I also saw like mango slices and cheese on top of some of their nigiri's which looked weird but I haven't tried myself. The tonkatsu ramen we ordered had a light broth that didn't taste like traditional tonkatsu broth. The bamboo shoots tasted really off too. I can't even describe it and I wasn't sure if it was normal or if we got canned rotten bamboo shoots or something. The meat was also dry. I think the best part of the food was the tempura as it tasted good with a lot of crunch in it. The taco wasn't bad either with a good crunch to them. The pricing wasn't worth coming here for me as you can find better options elsewhere.

    Tammy H.

    Came here for the little train system, left pretty disappointed. All of the food we ordered was really mediocre, pretty bland. The ramen had bamboo shoots that tasted really off, and the pork slices were dry, not tender. The broth tasted flavorless. Felt like a lot of the flavors catered towards a western palate (lots of American cheese and cream cheese involved). Prices didn't feel justified for the mid flavors and portions. Ambiance was great though, very clean and cute. Service was fine

    Ordering tablet with some options
    Stephanie C.

    The unique part of this dining experience is getting nigiri with fancy stuff like caviar, foie gras, or truffle served on a Shinkansen-shaped tray from the conveyer belt. With the decor, table and tablet designs, and so forth, It feels like a Japan experience. And the food is truly good. I'm impressed by their unique flavor combinations. But the options are quite limited and hopefully just because they're still new. (Also, not enough business to really justify having more on the menu yet.) I recommend giving it a try, but you shouldn't look at it like a traditional conveyer belt sushi restaurant; it's meant to be premium and different, with the average plate costing $6.90 and it's the price that deters me the most. I had no problem with wait times or staff. In fact, they were really nice and lovely to talk to.

    Signboard out front - how long will it last?
    Mark T.

    What have we here? "Seattle's first double-track sushi experience". Excellent food, we went the day it opened - one day after their soft opening (still got a free tuna nigiri though!). As a group of four we tried many things! You order on an iPad and the food comes whizzing out shortly. On the upper track, it arrives on a bullet-train-looking tray. Fun. For soup we had Tonkotsu Ramen (w/ perfectly cooked egg) and Braised Pork Ribs Udon. Couldn't really tell the difference between their ramen noodle and udon noodle - they seemed the same. Presentations were different though. Deep-fried nori on the tonkotsu was a nice touch. We had the Tempura Moriawase - "Moriawase" (盛り合わせ) translates to "assortment" or "platter" in English. It was a nice assortment, and the shrimp got good reviews from our group. Sushi was Tuna Nigiri (free!), Aloha Roll (pricey!), Spicy Tuna Maki (yum), and Rainbow Roll. All good. We also got the tuna handroll (Temaki - 手巻き). Spicy tuna was uniformly nice and spicy. And finally strawberry mochi for dessert. Five stars because they're brand new and all the prepared food was super tasty. ROOM FOR IMPROVMENT YOU ASK? Sure! 1. provide little plates to each customer please so sushi can be shared. We were eating over the tables like chumps. 2. Fresh ginger please! This red fake stuff won't fly. 3. If you have TVs (they have 2 here), please consider having the audio OFF and closed caption ON. We can watch TV with the sound on at home! 4. Optional: this is Seattle, so they may want to reconsider having fox news blasting on one of the TVs. I mean, if you must, just have it muted with CC on, that way everyone can laugh at the absurd nonsense they air.

    Miso soup
    Steven H.

    It took me a while to get used to ordering food from the pictures on an Ipad, but I love how the food is delivered near your table on a conveyor belt aside if booths and tables. The Japanese sushi, sashimi, rolls and bowls were all delicious

    Jessilyn C.

    Two stars because the food was ok for what it is, fast food conveyor sushi. The bowl was the best thing. Only reason why I didn't give it a higher rating was because the bathroom was disgusting. My friend and I had to use paper towels to wipe ourselves. All the stalls had no TP. We had to leave in trash so toilets won't clog. And the floor was so sticky my shoes were sticking to the floor. I'm just glad I ate before seeing all this or I would've just walked out.

    Salmon Tacos!! Very delicious!
    Laura F.

    This place was so speedy and DELICIOUS!! Such a wide variety of menu options! Highly recommend!! Plus the conveyor belt is adorable!

    Alana N.

    Went in for Sunday dinner around 6PM. No wait. Very clean space m. Similar to Kura but friendlier price point and I liked the iPad ordering where you can pass the iPad around unlike Kura. Hit or miss for some items. But have a lot of options for people you don't eat raw food. I personally really liked the beef sushi with truffle.

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    Great food . Smaller portions so you can taste various styles. Fun seating area and conveyor delivery

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    Amazing place. Food was really good and a great value. My server Lili was very helpful guiding my experience. Would recommend

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    FOB Sushi Bar

    FOB Sushi Bar

    4.5(527 reviews)
    0.9 miBelltown
    $$

    What a great concept! Sushi by the pound. This is an excellent idea and it's great if you just want…read moreto try a little bit of everything and not commit to ordering a roll. I love this concept. I'm not much of a roll person bc it's always pricey and then you have to eat all 6-8 pieces, so this was right up my alley. We loved it so much, we came here 2x when we were in Seattle. And even our first time we had to get seconds. All the sushi from the beginning are rolls, and near the end they are nigiris. So save some space for the good stuff at the end. The first time during lunch hour, they kept restocking the sushi, and they even had bluefin tuna nigiri at the very end! Score!! I'm more of a nigiri person so I got half rolls and half nigiri. Of course this isn't like fancy restaurant sushi, but more of like casual dining sushi and bc there were so many people, it was fresh bc it was a high turnover. Sushi quality was decent. Reminded me of just like an AYCE sushi quality. You won't get sick, but don't expect Jiro Dream of Sushi quality here. lol. The other time we went was during dinner of 1 hour before they close, the selection wasn't as good as they didn't have bluefin tuna nigiri, but still worth it and didn't cost us an arm and leg to get sushi. I hope someone catches this concept in San Diego! It's so clever. Love it and would love to come back again.

    This is our new favorite sushi spot!!…read more There is a line, but it moves well, and you have your food right away. No waiting for someone to make your food. Good overall price as well, we were surprised!! Due to the volume of people, the sushi line to pick from stays fresh looking. It's great when you can just take what you want and not be stuck with a whole roll or a 3-4 piece dish from a rolling sushi place. Soo many options that taste great, although a couple options were a bit too large of a piece/slice. The music is hip and fun. The only negative I can mention is that it doesn't seem the two bathrooms are cleaned regularly or every night. We most certainly will be returning!! Highly recommend!!

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    Sushi By Scratch Restaurants

    Sushi By Scratch Restaurants

    4.4(121 reviews)
    0.7 miDenny Triangle
    $$$$

    Door was tricky to find. All is black outside. So speakeasy. You need reservations to get in. We…read morewere seated right away in that same room by the bar. It had dim lights. The ambience felt mysterious almost theatrical. The host explained the dynamic about getting a welcome drink. After all the guests were in, we would be moved to a second room. The second couple arrived and we went into the room were the chefs were working on our stuff with our server who was also the bartender. Drinks were pretty good. She can also help you pairing food with drinks or with a bottle of sake. I liked trying all drinks instead of sticking with a bottle (BTW it is pricier with single drinks). We had a whole list of sushi they offer on their menu. The only change was an add on of truffles. It was worth it. I liked 1st and 3rd the most from the first part. Then the last set was just amazing. They were like literally butter melting in your mouth! They also have mixes with chile. I believe they can change menu every now and then. I liked chefs were talking to everybody and explaining everything. This is insightful about what you eat. They encourage talking to other parties as it was only 4 of us. It could had make it more as an intimate party. Of course it depended on all. They didn't go for it. I really recommend them. Although I would like a couple more on their menu as Shomm. Dessert was amazing eventhough is just a bite. Parking wasn't that trouble on a week day.

    (2.5/5) Sushi by Scratch is a chain of restaurants operating across the United States. I believe…read moreother locations may have more promising concepts, so this review is based on my experience at the Seattle location. I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and was told that it was a fusion sushi omakase experience. I absolutely love fusion and the idea that cuisines can cross fields to create something extraordinary and tasty. However, what I experienced wasn't well executed and felt clumsily put together. Upon arrival, the welcome room had a dark and mysterious vibe. You ring a doorbell to be let in. A host takes your order and checks for allergies and add-ons. A few welcome appetizers and drinks are given. We arrived in time for the last appetizer (a clear broth with clam), and I thought it was okay. Afterwards, guests transition to the next room. We decided to change our seating arrangement last minute and realized the name tags were misplaced. However, it was awkward that the staff didn't assist us in changing things around - they just watched us as we tried to orient ourselves. As the service began, it was interesting that the 3 team members split up and worked on different guests instead of working together as a team. The staff in the middle was responsible for describing each piece. As each nigiri arrived, I began to understand the concept. The fusion element comes from the topping that sits on the traditional nigiri. Different flavours ranged from breadcrumbs to chilli oil to gochujang and Vietnamese salsa. Although the toppings were delicious, the foundational flavour should come from the core ingredient, and in some cases, the flavours did not mesh well. The wagyu nigiri was smothered in Korean BBQ sauce, and as a result, none of us could taste the wagyu. The rice was also too warm and lacked flavour and acidity. During dinner, the staff also made light conversation with us. From those conversations, we learned that some of the staff were completely new, and it was apparent how little they knew about the restaurant and chain. Additionally, they made upselling moments a little too obvious, which created discomfort among some members in my party. Offering to sell additional pieces of sushi at the end of omakase, a meal that you leave fully trusting that the chef will procure a delightful and fulfilling experience, sounds odd and insincere. Luckily, the experience ended on a good note. The ice cream dessert was amazing! Too bad it was so small. Ultimately, we felt the price we paid was not worth it. I can see how the fusion concept was being set up. However, nothing, including the decor, service, and pacing, felt cohesive or pleasant. The exposure I've had to good omakase, combined with the amazing Japanese fusion experiences I've had in the past, could not justify the price and dining quality.

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    Sugo Hand Roll Bar - Chef special: king salmon with ikura

    Sugo Hand Roll Bar

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    1.2 miDowntown
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    I took it as a very fortuitous sign that Sugo only has Omakase on Thursdays and my birthday just so…read morehappened to be on one this year. And boy oh boy was it an absolutely slam dunk! This was our first ever omakase and we were simply blown away. The fish quality was out of this world and I really appreciated the variety throughout the courses. I also didn't realize at time of booking this was a global/fusion experience so this was a very welcome, serendipitous surprise for me and my husband, who love exploring global flavors. There were more traditional bites as well, which I appreciated because while I thought I despised wasabi, turns out I only hate the fake stuff and actually quite enjoy the real thing. The omakase is also offered at a very accessible price point and can't be beat for value. We did opt into the premium add-ons, and while they were fantastic, the regular courses are enough to standalone. We're already planning return visits in our future with family and friends!

    SUGO near Pike Place is such a fun spot for handrolls! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and…read morebeautifully prepared. I really enjoyed the quality of the fish and how each handroll was made to order. The atmosphere was casual and lively, and it's a great spot to check out while exploring the area. That said, it is definitely on the pricey side for what you get, and parking can add up since there's no parking validation. Overall, I enjoyed the food and experience, but I'd keep the price in mind when deciding where to eat.

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