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    Yak's Teriyaki

    3.6 (56 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    a plate of chicken, rice and salad
    Mark A.

    Anytime I'm back visiting Seattle I need to get my teriyaki fix. I had some time to kill before heading to the airport and this popped up on Google maps. The owner was working the counter and gave me some solid service and a nice looking plate of teriyaki. It had the perfect amount of char, wasn't too saucy, but had enough left over to eat with the rice. The pot stickers were deep fried and had a nice acidic sauce to compliment. The price was right and if I'm ever in the area again I would definitely come back in.

    BBQ pork lunch
    Jack F.

    I used to come here a lot, but I don't work close by anymore. Popped in today and it's under new ownership. All the great little things are gone. They used to have the best barbecue pork. I ordered it today sauce taste like salt and the pork is dry also changed the rice not bothering coming here again.

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    Allie M.

    I haven't been here in years! But I passed by it and remember they have that pink rice!!! it was the first thing I asked when I came in and the owner said yes! Picture speaks for itself chickens always juicy and their salad dressing is fire!

    Angie M.

    I like to refer to this little place as "slum teriyaki".. It's right next to a seedy-ish tavern and the first time I went there, I was one of the only two women in the entire place without a mullet. (see photo..) Fast and cheap... Just what you'd expect from any teriyaki joint. Go early though, they get busy at lunch. (Not that kind of "busy"..)

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    The food was good, helpings were fair, service was quick and the price was reasonable. A teriyaki joint I'd go back to again.

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    I love this place. Food is great. customer service is awsome. I've never had bad food from hear.

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    11 years ago

    i go to a lot of teriyaki joints. this place was surprisingly good. kinda grungy looking on the inside though.

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    4.6
    (274 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Got to visit this place on 7/8/2026. At first when I got in there I didn't know how to place our…read moreorder, but after a few minutes I figured it out. Place is clean and inviting, a bit small but honestly seems like food is fast. As far as the food goes we ordered a katsu donburi and 2 chirashi donburi, the ordering "menu" had options for changes and choices, but I just stuck with a basic orders. We grabbed a table and the girl brought out our drinks, then the katsu came out and the girl apologized for the delay with the chirashi bowls. Few minutes later our chirashi bowls came out and the girl apologize for the delay. Awesome awareness on their part!! As for the food, my boy enjoyed the katsu bowl, as for the chirashi bowls, the fish was at a good cool temperature and the rice was perfectly warm - something that real sushi restaurants understand. For me and my chirashi bowl I don't really care for sushi rice, I prefer plain rice for my donburi, an option I will look for next time we visit - and we will definitely make it a regular stop when we visit Seattle. Various fish was fresh, and in abundance. Nicely done chirashi bowls at a reasonable price.

    This was a great first meal after my flight to SEA. It was recommended to me by a fellow elite and…read moreI am so happy we went. It was on the way from the airport to downtown. There was a little parking lot we parked in. There is a screen you place your order at. It's good for dine-in or takeout. We decided to eat there. You can sit anywhere and they'll bring the food to you. I got the salmon poke and added eel and my friend ordered the traditional katsu don. We both loved our dishes. I liked mine so much I definitely ate more than I should've. I'd recommend this spot!

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    Sukiyaki Beef Don + $2 unagi add on
    Sukiyaki Beef Don + $2 unagi add on
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    Maneki

    Maneki

    4.2
    (1.4k reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    My local friends recommended we come here for some authentic Japanese food while we were visiting…read more We texted ahead to reserve a table for 5 since it is a popular place. They don't take phone calls or reservations online - very old school. Which I think makes it more desirable. We ended up getting a special room with a "chabudai" style table! I was super excited because I've never experienced it before. What I did find pleasant was that although it was a lower table, there was an opening beneath the table that allowed your legs to hang rather than having to sit Indian style. Tyson was an amazing server. Was attentive, accommodated our allergies and was thoughtful with us having a young child. He was so pleasant and polite! We enjoyed the following: Baked miso glazed eggplant - YUM and melts in your mouth. Black Miso Cod Collar - this was pleasantly surprising and so delicious. Eat bite was tender and flavorful. Simple yet so appetizing. Sushi rolls were both fresh and well prepared. The nigiri was also great and fresh- not fishy. We additionally ordered takoyaki - which I normally don't love but this one was very tasty and I enjoyed the texture. Lastly karage chicken which came with a creamy slaw. Overall it was such a pleasant experience and we look forward to coming back!

    Seattle's oldest Japanese restaurant, Maneki is awash in history and tradition, from the Beckoning…read moreCat decor that greets you at the entry, to the private Tatami rooms where you can eat at an authentic, low-slung chabudai table, seated on cushions on the floor. Established in 1904 in the heart of Japantown, the restaurant relocated to the ground floor of the NP Hotel after its original structure was ransacked during World War II, when Seattle's Japanese community was relocated to internment camps outside the city. The hotel where Maneki now resides served as repository for family heirlooms that were left behind during that embarrassing and tragic period of American history. The joy of dining at Maneki goes well beyond the restaurant's incomparable history. The traditional Japanese menu has something for every taste, from delicious Nigiri and Maki Sushi to noodle dishes and local seafood. Pair your meal with a classic Japanese cocktail or a cold bottle of Sake, and you'll understand why this is one of Seattle's best culinary experiences. Highly recommended.

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    Several private rooms with traditional floor seating
    Several private rooms with traditional floor seating
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    Reckless Noodle House

    4.4
    (550 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    I'm glad I finally got to try Reckless Noodle! I don't find myself outside the main Seattle areas…read moreoften, but Reckless Noodle was definitely worth the venture. The staff were all so welcoming and friendly, and even though their kitchen was backed up with orders, they did their best to serve us quickly and the food was still top notch. The marine-like atmosphere was also fun and made dinner really casual and enjoyable. We got some of the best sellers, the bo la lot, the ma la beef cheek noodles, and the Hokkien wok noodles, and they were all a hit. I enjoyed the different Asian-fusion dishes they had from different cultures as well as their wide selection of drinks. The dishes were all very rich and flavorful, and you get a good amount to share for the price. It was the perfect place to eat while chatting and catching up with a friend. I really enjoyed my meal here and will definitely make the trip out here again.

    Well played! The…read morefour of us used the waitlist process to get a table and it worked flawlessly. We encountered very friendly staff upon arrival/seating. As mentioned in other reviews, we also experienced a unique and relaxed atmosphere. They had some good local draft options to get started - which is good. We ordered the Bo La Lot Grilled Beed in Betel Leaf for an appetizer and we loved the combination of ingredients and taste. Our brides ordered the Chaca La Vong Wok Seared Tumeric Rockfish and they both enjoyed it. My son ordered the Pad Kee Mao and I went with the Reckless Fried Rice and we both devoured them! Our waitress (her name wasn't on the receipt) was outstanding....super friendly and patient with all of our questions regarding the menu.

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    Shanghai Spicy Wontons
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    KKokio

    KKokio

    4.3
    (126 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    The food here is great and the service is as well. I've been a few times to get crispy chicken and…read moreI've enjoyed my experience each time. There are plenty of places to sit inside and there's a nice atmosphere. All of their chicken flavors are reliably delicious, you'll definitely enjoy whichever you pick. I highly recommend and will be back myself.

    First time here. Overall thought service was outstanding and food was pretty good. Not the best but…read more4/5 fits it nicely. The bánh mì with cold cuts needed more meat. It also only had 2 kinds of Vietnamese cold cut meats, which I didn't mind, but it needed more in there. There's a super thin layer of mayo and pate I think. Bread was very fresh! I give 3/5 Kimchi fried rice had good kimchi flavor. Portion size was large. 10 piece fried chicken (wings) was good. The skin was way fattier than I would've liked and it could've been fried longer to help melt some of the fat out and make it crunchier. It was super hot, fresh, and juicy though. Radish was free. It came with sauce but only on the side. Personally, I would want to try other korean fried chicken places to compare before coming back here again Waffle fries come with either ranch or ketchup. Large portion sizes! For all we ordered, it was around $55. Great price for the portions and variety imo. Service was outstanding as I mentioned. One older woman worker felt like she was my auntie. She refilled our water and checked in on us despite this being a place where you go up to order.

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    Clean interior
    Clean interior
    Kimchi fried rice
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    Boneless fried chicken with honey powder. Soooo good.

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    Boneless fried chicken with honey powder. Soooo good.
    Migoto

    Migoto

    4.4
    (203 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    Cute spot, looks closed but it's just dark!…read more They have an extensive food menu for happy hour which I liked, I ended up getting the Chirashi Bowl. It was a big portion but the quality was alright. I didn't feel like the fish was the freshest it could have been. I do think the variety of fish in the bowl was nice, I'd probably try a different item next time I come. Staff was great - super nice and attentive.

    I went here for happy hour which is 2:30-4:30pm - a bit hard to make if you want to enjoy the…read morediscounts for a standard meal but we had a late start in the day so it worked out well. Parking is easy with a small dedicated parking lot for the restaurant. We got a lychee martini off the regular menu and got the rest of the food on the happy hour menu - spicy crunchy California roll, deep fried spicy tuna roll, salmon skin roll, spicy garlic fried chicken, and salmon skewer with noodle. The cocktail was fairly good - I am not a fan of the small chunks of ice but I liked the presentation with the addition of the chia seed The rolls were okay. $10.99 for 5 pieces in the first round is not any cheaper than a standard roll at other places, but there were 6 pieces in the deep fried spicy tuna roll in the second round. I like the spicy crunchy California roll but there was a bit too much spicy mayo. The garlic fried chicken is basically karaage with ginger garlic sauce so cross checking the regular menu, you're not really saving any money. The salmon skewer in noodle is okay price as the portion is really small. The salmon is good. Service is good as we were the only table so we could flag down a server when needed, though sometimes they are at the back so just walking a few steps is needed to get their attention.

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    Inside restaurant
    Crispy Fried Rock Fish
    Crispy Fried Rock Fish
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