Legit and authentic, fresh sashimi, good ramen, good service, friendly and inviting, all around…read moregreat experience

Nakagawa was our go-to place for great Japanese food. We would literally drive 35-40 min to dine…read morehere whenever we had the craving for sushi and bento boxes. Yet, it's disappointing to say that we've been sourly disappointed the last 2-3 times we came here. Not sure if it's management change or something happened, but Nakagawa lost its magic with us. 1. The service has been terribly slow and just not inviting anymore. After ordering, we waited easily 35-40 min for the food. I know it takes time to meticulously prep rolls, but after 30 min of just sitting and waiting, you can't help but start feeling hangry. And this isn't just a one-time occurrence - this happened multiple times for us. 2. The bento box quality. I LOVE bento boxes - it was such a treat to dine on so many different Japanese options, like a sampler box of goodness. Ranging from nigiri to sushi, from tempura to the soup, bento boxes have a special place in my heart. Yet, I feel like Nakagawa's bento boxes have sadly missed that mark. The protein (chicken teriyaki/katsu) tastes old and oddly mushy, and the portions are quite small, just leaving me wanting more. Don't get me wrong - the fish is still good. Solid place for seafood, paired with a lengthy wait. But Nakagawa just lost its touch with us, and driving that 30-35 min trek is not worth it for us anymore.

One of the best sushi spots in the area! It is hard to find good sushi in the Mill Creek and…read moreEverett area, but this place definitely delivers. We ordered the Crunch roll, Sunrise roll, seared salmon roll, and bluefin tuna, and everything was incredibly fresh, with perfectly cooked rice. Ordering four rolls for two people was super filling, and our food came out in a quick fifteen minutes. Prices are standard for the area, ranging from $11 to $15 per roll, but they also offer a fantastic happy hour from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Sunday, and all day on Wednesdays (excluding holidays). Located right in the Mill Creek Town Center, the service was excellent, and I would absolutely come back again.

Came here for a quick lunch and it happened to be happy hour! It's a casual and cozy sushi spot…read morewith a good selection of sushi rolls and hot foods. I shared the perfect hamachi roll, sunrise roll (my fav), and the scallop dynamite roll with my friend and we were both pretty full by the end of our meal. For the price, the fish quality was fresh and delicious. Staff were attentive and welcoming as well. I will definitely come back whenever I'm craving sushi!

This review is for takeout from Sushi Zen. This was my first time ordering sushi from here, and it…read morewas overall really solid! We really enjoyed their more simple rolls-- the spicy tuna was outstanding. The suicide roll was also a surprise favorite, and actually had some decent spice! The firecracker roll was a bit of a letdown, it just wasn't anything special compared to some of their low-cost rolls. Not worth the upgrade in my opinion. Overall, Sushi zen is a really solid spot in the mill creek area. We will definitely be back to check out their dine-in experience!

Call this the month of new sushi discoveries!…read more My friend just had surgery and was craving some vegan sushi, so I found this spot to grab some takeout for us to enjoy. They have a TON of veggie and vegan options, alongside the classic faves and some beef entrees. I am also gluten free, and they have gluten free options labeled clearly online. Tons of options for gluten free too! The takeout site was super easy, but I will say that it had different pricing depending on if you accessed it through their site, google, or a third party. The cheapest option (by a few dollars per roll) was to access pickup directly through their website. Glad I saw that and caught it before ordering. I got there right at the time of my pickup and the food was ready shortly after. They packaged the two veggie rolls in one box, and the two fish in another. She got the ACC roll which was basic and satisfying. She also loved the green dragon. I got spicy tuna which had a bit too much tuna for my taste, and I LOVED red dragon roll. The staff inside was quick and friendly. It looked like they were pretty busy, but managing the crowd well. The place wasn't too loud and seemed to have a great lunch vibe. While I usually get sushi for pickup to eat on the couch, I definitely would consider eating in person.

Highlights: really liked the pecan on the saguaro roll. Different and new…read more That's it. I can't recommend this place. Salmon was fishy. Rice was al dente. Pink lady roll was bland, fish on top fishy. We were the only people in there and the food still took a while. Attention to detail on the walls and interior look is poor. Needs some work. Looking back at the reviews, it loos like maybe management changed? Just a complete drop off on reviews, but still coasting at above 4 from a huge base of old reviews. Very disappointing.

Very similar review here....we were the only table in the restaurant and it took 25 minutes for the…read moregyoza, another 10 minutes for the kids chicken stripes. The lemonade and glass of wine followed after that. After another 20 minutes our poke was not at the table nor was the sushi we had ordered at the beginning of this train wreck. We waited while our daughter finished her chicken stripes. I asked the server to cancel the remaining items as it was time to move on. Not sure what the hype has been of this establishment, but it has definitely faded.

Finishing up my draft from 2019 and had to share this gem:…read more The best kimchi cream udon on the planet, you have to get it with the grilled chicken!

Interior is pretty small but the walls are decorated with some well-written calligraphies…read more Veggie Croquettes: Served in halves, they had a nice crisp exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. The sriracha-mayo that comes with it compliments the dish well. Chicken Katsu Curry: The maximum spice level is a three--not spicy at all, but gave a nice warmth. The cutlets are nicely sized, crispy, and moist. The curry itself was traditional in a sense that it had a gentle flavor. Consistency-wise, it was on the thin side. The salad it came with was perfectly coated in dressing; though, I find the dressing to be a bit too sweet. The portion you get is adequate for the price you pay. Service was prompt and friendly.

Recently they updated their chashu and it tastes so good…read more My usual go to is the Yuzu Shio Low Sodium sub chashu with an extra egg! But maybe now I won't sub out the chashu! Workers are so chill here

Exactly what you'd expect from a classic Japanese chain. No surprises, no disappointments -- just…read moresolid, filling comfort food. Got the ramen and the karaage curry. Both were fine and generous in portion -- very filling. The ramen was on the saltier side, which might be a turnoff for some, but still decent overall. Service was pretty mid, and there was a surprisingly long wait for a weekday late lunch. Probably has to do with the mall location drawing steady foot traffic throughout the day. If you're nearby and craving a quick, reliable Japanese meal, it does the job.

Sushi Spot is one of my go-to sushi places in Mill Creek. The fish taste fresh, the portions were…read moregenerous, and the presentation was great. They also have one of the best happy hours! Some of my personal favs is the rainbow roll and asian fusion. Service is fast and friendly, even during a busy time. If you're looking for relaxed ambiance and good sushi definitely come here.

Tried Sushi Spott around 8:30pm and it was definitely giving busy night energy. It's located in a…read moresmall plaza, but there's free parking which is always a win. We went all in and ordered the Love Boat plus a few extra nigiri, and everything looked SO good when it came out. Super fresh, nice variety, and honestly just fun to eat. The presentation alone made it feel like a whole experience. Also ordered the Lamborghini roll... and yeah, no picture because we were too hungry and devoured it immediately but it was really good. Only thing, service was kinda slow. Not terrible, just noticeable (it wasn't packed on Friday night and however they did have a lot of Togo orders). Once the food came out though, it made up for it. Overall: good sushi, solid portions, and a chill spot if you're not in a rush. I'd come back!

Great spot for some decent and quick service sushi! The kids loved that they could order off the…read moremenu screen, and grab their dishes right from the belt. Returning dishes was made fun by a little "trap" door that you slide your empty dishes into. Kids had fun feeding the plates into the chute. If you sign up for it, you can get a little charm after so many plates returned. We left with a cute fridge magnet and a pin. The robot that delivers drinks was novel and another point of interest. lol It can get busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait, but thankfully, the turnover is pretty quick too. The only downside is that it can be somewhat pricey. I believe each plate was around $4.50 or so. It's fine for more "elevated" dishes, but the California was also the same price for example, with only 4 pieces to a plate.. For our family of four, it came out to about $200 when it was all said and done. Overall, we would visit again for a quick sushi fix!

The worst sushi I've had in Seattle by far…read more The rice didn't taste seasoned to me. All of the nigiri tastes like there is a thin layer of oil on it. The knife work on the fish is replacement level and leads to bad cuts being served. The rolls that have mayo in it have way more mayo than is palettable. On my fourth and final visit I found a hair sticking out from one of my pieces of nigiri. I ordered a replacement and the next piece of nigiri that came out had something in the flesh that should have never been sent out, so I sent that back too and asked for my check immediately. The service is low-effort even for a revolving sushi place. Also the waiting area being outside only just feels disrespectful and detracts from the atmosphere/experience.