The food and service were absolutely amazing! Really immerses you into Japanese style foodread more

Such a wonderful experience with exceptional food, great service, and the whole atmosphere inside…read morewas perfect. We ordered things that we have never had before and enjoyed every moment. Truly, it was a fabulous experience. I very rarely walk away from a restaurant feeling wowed, but this took the cake. The flavors were out of this world. Hats off to the chef! We had a blast and will be back soon.

The chicken hearts captured my heart. And the happy hour beer quenched my undying thirst. Also, the…read moreWagyu beef donburi bowl made my stomach sing with delight.

friendly service and large menu! friendly service and large menu! friendly service and large menu!read more

Awesome! Great place to dine real good Japanese katsu. Loved this place! Consistently good. We…read morehave been coming to this place for years. Food is great. Servers are friendly and they make sure you are doing good. Nice place. Good for large or small groups. Recommend making reservations. Parking however is very limited. Not much space so go early so you can search for a place to park. Otherwise, great place!

I treated my friend out for his birthday here on a Saturday noon at exactly 12pm on the dot…read more Parking is tough around here as their shared parking lot is compact, and street parking is limited given it's near Redmond Way - a very busy street - and a ton of residential buildings; I got lucky and snagged parking along 170 Ave NE just two blocks away. If you've been to their first Seattle location in Cap Hill, this location resembles that one in many ways, though this one in Redmond is noticeably much bigger and has more seating that isn't squished together. There's bar seating and a bigger number of four-tops compared to the Cap Hill location, though the wooden wall scheme is the same for both. They serve katsu here with many types of meat cuts, all of which are listed on their menu with descriptions. Service overall was fast and efficient even when tables around us started filling up with hungry patrons. For our food: - The K&O karaage was all right at best. Meat inside is very tender and juicy but the aromatic toasted powder has so much salty flavor - and outer coating was also so dry - that my friend and I needed to drink water constantly while eating it. We could have skipped getting this. - We each got their jidori chicken oroshi katsu. This comes with their jidori chicken, essentially high-quality free-range chicken breast cutlet... and it was very juicy, with the Panko coating being the right kind of crunchy in all areas. We weren't fans of the grated radish sitting on top of all that katsu though, and most of the dish was their shredded cabbage as usual. The cabbage goes really well with their peanut sauce provided at our table. We both left feeling really full and overstuffed in a good way, though I would pass on getting the karaage if you're already getting one of their katsu dishes. Distance- and seating- wise, I'd come back here for their katsu whenever I don't feel like dealing with the parking situation that is Cap Hill.

When we made the reservation, there were several tasting tiers to choose from with the menu varying…read moredepending on your selection. Upon arrival, a printed menu was waiting at our table listing each course, which I thought was a thoughtful touch. In a way, I know what we would be having that evening and able to take it home as a memory of the experience. We had bar seating so we were able to watch the chef and sous chef work together throughout the service. Every dish was artfully plated with well balanced flavors. I recommend Towa for a special occasion, celebration dinner, or anyone looking for an elevated dining experience in the area.

The missus and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here. I booked about a month in advance…read morefor a 6:30pm bar seating, the $250 premium option which included A5 wagyu Filet mignon and some other high-quality choices. We were reminded by the text system a day and an hour in advance, and since it's tucked away in a plaza in Redmond, it's got plenty of parking. The only issue you may have is not knowing where the door is, because there's no big sign - the towa sign next to the doorway is smaller than the window panel in the door. When you step in, you feel a sense of quiet and calm - because that's what it is. Nori Morita (of the I love sushi group in Bellevue) runs a music-less, authentic Japanese kaiseki experience here. There's 6 seats at the counter, and maybe about 10-12 seats in the surrounding tables. It's a small space but it doesn't feel cramped. There's one all-gender bathroom and one single-stall female bathroom at the very back. Service throughout the meal was generally polite, courteous, and proactive. My water glass and the missus' tea were never left below half. They cleared each course quickly as we finished it, and the meal pacing is such that Nori can keep up with you, even if he's making all six counter dishes and all 12 table dishes at once. It's kind of like a maestro orchestra, but he has plenty of helpers - at least two wait staff, and an additional one or two sous chefs that are handling the auxiliary things around him. Food: while the meal was overall satisfying and filling, there was no standout highlight, or any particular dish that disappointed. It wasn't "meh", but it didn't really wow either the missus or I. I'm sure it'll be forgettable in a few weeks, which is the main reason for 4 stars - it's a bit more pricey than I'd expect for something this high quality. It qualifies for top 10 Omakase / Kaiseki in Seattle by nature of having high end ingredients and baseline high service quality, but those are table stakes given the competition.. The Miyazaki A5 wagyu was genuinely a decent portion size, but given that I've had it before, I guess maybe I expected a deeper flavour profile? The dish that I enjoyed the novelty the most was the Shabu Shabu king salmon - being able to eat sashimi-grade King salmon that you dip into boiling hot soup was a fun treat that definitely elevated the fattiness in the taste profile. Drinks: besides water, the missus ordered the hot hojicha tea, and I got the seasonal sake flight for $39. It was a decent selection, but it was heavily overpriced for the quality of sake and the amount you got. At most I'd expect to pay $25 for four 2oz pours, especially since one overlaps with Ltd Edition (kokuryu - black dragon). Verdict: it's lower half of the top 10 in Seattle - but it's still worth going if you want to celebrate something with high quality service and ingredients. I personally probably wouldn't do the $250 version again, but I'd be interested in doing the other ones. We both enjoyed ourselves - but idk if it's worth $700 for two people (service charge of 20% is added, plus tax...), so take that for what you will. Fun coincidence: all three couples seated at the counter when we were there were celebrating an anniversary - 11th for the farther couple, and 18th for the couple next to us. So for what it's worth - this place is definitely a destination for those that want to celebrate something.

Food was fresh and clean and oh soo good.very authentic as…read more Well as the service. Very quick to receive your food. Highly recommended...

Went here on a night out with friends and sat outside on the patio. Service was nice, and the sushi…read morewas honestly delicious. My friends and I all thought the sushi tasted fresh and high quality, especially the negitoro. The ramen, unfortunately, was a completely different story. None of the four of us could finish our bowls. The broth was extremely bland and almost gave me the ick. I even added chili powder to try to give it some flavor, and it was still flavorless. This was not just average ramen. It was bad ramen. Prices were also very high for what you get. I really did enjoy the sushi, but the ramen was so disappointing that I would not come back. Good sushi, nice service, but the ramen was bad enough to ruin the whole experience for me.

If I could give Momiji 100 stars, I would! I'm incredibly impressed by the customer service, the…read morequality of the food, and the value. We were there for happy hour when my 8-year-old daughter accidentally spilled hot tea on her lap. The server immediately came over with a bag of ice and a clean cloth to help, and later surprised her with a complimentary dessert to make her feel better. Their kindness and quick response turned what could have been a stressful situation into a memorable experience. On top of the outstanding service, the sushi was fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Momiji has definitely earned a loyal customer, and we can't wait to come back!

Super convenient sushi spot right off the Redmond light rail! Our experience here was incredible…read more The Food: We ordered a fantastic spread: the Hotter Than Hell roll, Hamachi "soup," a sashimi set, and a spicy tuna roll topped with fresh jalapeño, all paired with hot sake and Sapporo. Everything tasted absolutely incredible and incredibly fresh. If you love heat, that Hotter Than Hell roll is amazing! My only real critique here is that they serve Atlantic salmon on some of their dishes. Being right here in Washington state, you would think they would know better given where we are located and the premium prices they charge for a meal... Atmosphere & Service: The ambiance inside is wonderful, contemporary, and beautifully designed. To match the great vibe, the service was very helpful and attentive throughout our entire meal. Despite the choice of salmon, I would still highly recommend checking this place out. The food is delicious, the vibe is great, and it's super convenient

Had a great dinner! The Takoyaki wasn't cooked quite right... a little chewy... but everything else…read morewas great! The Sushi Boat was fun! Rice was a bit dry/not sticky so the nigiri's fell apart. Generous portions/cuts.

I came to Oto Sushi for the first time with my best friend and his family, and I have to say it was…read morea great experience from start to finish. They accommodated our group well, and the service was friendly and surprisingly quick. We ordered a little bit of everything--tempura vegetables, sashimi, and a couple of sushi rolls. Overall, everything was delicious. My only small critique was that one of the broccoli pieces in the vegetable tempura was so thick that a little of the batter wasn't fully cooked through. It wasn't a huge deal, though. The sashimi was incredibly fresh, and each piece of fish practically melted in your mouth. The sushi rolls were also on point and packed with flavor. Overall, this was a great meal with excellent service, and I'd definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the Redmond area!

Good place for pretty well priced food! I got a salmon maki roll, chicken teriyaki bento, and…read moreunagi/sukiyaki don (shared with a friend). All the items were tasty and not too expensive. The bento in particular felt like the best item because it also had banchan, which was unexpected for a Japanese restaurant. The eel on the bowl was also delicious, very melt-in-the-mouth as eel should be. It did have a LOT of rice though so I would say this was the least "worth" it item, though maybe it's because I got the eel version of the bowl and the sukiyakidon would be better proportioned. The maki roll wasn't super special but it was good and well priced. Overall a great place to get lunch!

No-nonsense, delicious sushi thats more affordable than what you'd get at a grocery store…read more California maki made with the fresh avocado hits the spot! The sake don has extremely fatty salmon and a good amount of rice. Will be back to try their bentos! Grabbed these items as take-out at the start of lunch rush, so there was a bit of a wait, but it was worth it. There are nice and clean tables for dining in and the music playlist is fire--a ton of anime classics, jpop/jrock bands, and nostalgic Japanese song from the early 2010s. Great place for a little lunch date during the week day!

Great ambience in Redmond town center, had ordered food few times especially Ramen, it was very…read moreflavorful and yummy, highly recommend this place to friends

Good service good service and good food. We love coming here. The garlic tonkatsu ramen is perfect.read more

Shaburina is our go to hot pot. Their broth is always so tasty, they have a free buffet, and their…read moresauce buffet is elite! We have tried other places but we keep coming back to shaburina because the service is always amazing and the food is great. They have added tablets at every table to order food, drinks, or refills. It's super easy to use and definitely a game changer. Only sad part is they now serve ice cream in a disposable cup rather than a cone. I hope they were just out of cones and this isn't a permanent change.

I'm torn between a 3 & 4 because the food is always good…read more We frequent often and love the food and have never had bad service until the night that mattered. My son graduated and I made reservations here in advance and called to ask about a table for 10, and if they could accommodate us and they said they could. Great! And I separately called about wanting to bring cupcakes and if that was allowed and they were cool with that, so super! It is one of my son's favorite spots so when the evening arrived, we got to the restaurant only to be led to a table that seated 6 in one corner and 4 kitty corner from that table. So...a family gathering had to be split, with 4 of us not even being at the same table as my son-including me. Mom. And in order to be close to him I sat with my back turned from him. Not ideal at all. So I was definitely miffed by this. I approached someone about it-not sure if he's the manager or not but he was very apologetic about it and said that they don't have seating for 10 at one table. But they tried their best by putting us all in the corner together. Not the same thing unfortunately as we could not all celebrate or converse all together. I told him that I had called specifically asking if they could accommodate 10 and I was assured they could but I did not know I had to ask "at the same table?". They should have been forthcoming that it would be at two different tables otherwise I would have made a reservation elsewhere for the celebration. What could I do but just accept his apology? But then, with a party of 10, I would think we would get extra attention but I guess since tip is already included after 5 in a party, they just called it in because I had to ask for more plates, more napkins, spoons, & water because the setting at the table was for 2, and we had 4. No one even asked us if we needed any more broth nor did they ever come to ask if anyone wanted a refill of the AYCE meats. Not that we could eat anymore but no one even offered. And, since everyone had to order the same meat plates, and one person wanted the wagyu, we all had to get wagyu at our table. Doesn't seem fair to me especially when they don't even offer more but I guess that's policy. When my son and I come in by ourselves, they are very attentive and always ask us if we need more of anything. But it was hard to find anyone to come to our table. They never checked on us after they brought the broth and meats the one time. So let me say I was very upset that the tip was included because really, no one served us unless we asked for more things. No one checked on us. Then I had to go and find someone so we could pay our bill. They apologized again for not seating us together but what could I say at that point? I'm not going to make a scene but it ruined a special night when all of the family couldn't sit together. Very disappointed with this visit especially when it's one of our fave places and we frequent it often and spent a good amount of $ that night with 10 people.