Living so close to Seattle I have a choice from a large selection of restaurants. Seattle has many Japanese restaurants, these are not only the best Japanese restaurants but they are also very inexpensive, at all these restaurants you will should be able to get dinner for two for $15-$25. If you want a great Japanese dinner in Seattle without having to spend a fortune these are the best places. A
Toyoda Sushi- The great thing about this restaurant is the a la carte sushi and sashimi menu. This allows you to experiment with different types of sushi that you wouldn’t want to normally try and waste money on if you didn’t like it. I know I have found several different types of sushi that I wouldn’t have tried otherwise that are now some of my favorites. Their Miso soup is delicious, and made freshly at the restaurant. You can call for more information at (206) 367-7972
Banzai Japanese Restaurant– This is located on the east-side, and is the best Japanese restaurant on the east-side. With their huge menu of over 200 items everyone is sure to find something they will love. The have great teriyaki and tempura, they even have quite a few unusual items such as tempura lobster and teriyaki swordfish. Their teriyaki sauce is the dry Japanese style and takes a little getting used to, its not sweet like most people are used to. They also have a very large selection of sushi. Be sure to try a “Redmond Roll” named after the neighborhood the restaurant in located in. Call for hours or more information at (425) 868-1664
Aoki Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar– This restaurant is located in Capitol Hill, but it is one of the more upscale restaurants in this area. The best part about this place is that you feel like you are dining in a very elegant upscale restaurant without having to break your budget. The employees are very friendly and are very welcoming. Aoki has a very large menu and offers something for everyone. You can choose to sit at the sushi bar or in the more relaxed dining room. They have many specialties and things that you wouldn’t find everywhere else, such as uramaki which is reversed sushi rolls. This restaurant offers great combination lunch and dinners that give you a large selection of items for a inexpensive price. You can cal Aoki at (206) 324-3633
Zen Japanese Restaurant– This restaurant is located in Renton in a very convenient location. This restaurant has a very bright and clean look to it, and the tables are set up so you have some privacy. The sushi bar sits right in the middle of the restaurant, and is very entertaining to watch. The food here is very fresh and very authentic. They have all the traditional Japanese dishes from teriyakis to katsu’s. I love the tempura that they serve here it s light and has a excellent flavor. Call for the hours and more information at (425) 254-1177.
The Bento Box– This restaurant is also located in Redmond right next to Sears and Fred Meyer. Although The Bento Box has a more limited menu then some of the other restaurants the items that they feature are delicious. This is a Japanese restaurant with a Korean influence. They have great teriyakis and Japanese noodles. My favorite item is their take on a Korean barbecue beef dish. I have never had anything like it anywhere else. The service is great and it is very likely that you will be greeted by the owner or his wife. I love going here, but unless you like crowds I would recommend avoiding it during the lunch rush. Call to find out more information (425) 643-8646.
Kitto Japanese Noodle House– If you want noodles this is the place to go. Located in Capitol Hill this is a inexpensive Japanese restaurant with very quick service. You will often see long lines, but don’t be discouraged the wait is always short and the food is well worth it. They have all kinds of different noodles soba, ramen, and udon they are also offered in a variety of ways from different soups and stirfrys. They have combination dinners for two, that are not only delicious they are a great bargain.
