Seattle Dining Guide

The Best Sushi Restaurants in Seattle

From Maneki to Mashiko, Sushi by Scratch to Takai by Kashiba, these spots serve up stunning sashimi, creative rolls, and impeccable nigiri—some via robot.

03/14/2023 By Allecia Vermillion and Seattle Met Staff

Field Notes

Three New Arrivals, Three New Takes on Sushi

Takai by Kashiba, Sushi by Scratch Restaurants, and Uminori couldn’t be more different. But they have a place along our spectrum of great sushi.

12/16/2022 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Amber Fouts

Covid-Proof Omakase

Seattle Sushi Legend Shiro Kashiba Enters the World of Takeout

This limited edition dinner to-go still feels like a special occasion.

05/28/2020 By Allecia Vermillion

Fun with Listicles

29 Seattle Japanese Restaurants That Won't Let You Down

We live in a city overflowing with excellent Japanese food. Whether you're craving top-notch ramen or hand-rolled sushi, these are the spots to seek out.

05/28/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Menu Matters

Shiro Dreams of Courtyard Lunches

Sushi Kashiba in Pike Place Market is now serving afternoon nigiri sets.

06/27/2018 By Rosin Saez

Best Restaurants 2016

Best New Restaurants of 2016: Sushi Kashiba

Seattle’s sushi legend returns triumphant with this Pike Place Market gem.

10/17/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

“It’s Supposed to Taste That Way.”

Is it ever okay for a restaurant staffer to say that to a diner?

09/26/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Opening Dispatch

Shiro's Sushi Kashiba Opens in Pike Place Market

The sushi legend made his quiet debut the week of Thanksgiving.

11/30/2015 By Allecia Vermillion