Sushi Kashiba Reviews

Not an exceptionally grand venue, even tho great location, but worth the cost and visit. Loved the food and service. The sushi was exceptional. Very expensive $750 for 3 people, but would go back when I can afford. Definitely a bucket list treat.!!

Sushi masters at work. While there are other items on the menu, it's the sushi that is worth waiting for. Can't go wrong with any choice.

It's expensive, but excellent - and worth it. Order the Omikase. You will get many, many bites of entirely unique things you have never tried before. If you are adventurous & a sushi lover & and not on a budget, this is for you. The excellent service from the entire team was such a wonderful treat after such a long time away from dining out during covid. Highly recommend.

The Japanese food was sublime. From the Agadashi Tofu to the Chawanmushi and finally the sushi, all were excellent. Made to be savored and appreciated for the subtle flavors they offered, the execution of all the dishes were to this reviewers tastes, at the very top of the ratings charts. Being met by Shiro at the door and with a small bit of conversation, was an extra bonus. All seems to be under control and careful scrutiny as for the food and service. We loved the experience. It got a little louder as the evening progressed, with the restaurant full, but the focus was on the food. There is a reason reservations can be a difficult and there is a line at opening. If you have reservations go to the front to see the person with the list.

A different level and quality of sushi and Asian food that you usually don’t get with your normal restaurants and impeccable service. Highly recommend.

This was a peak life experience... We sat at the chef's counter and had the chef's choice omakase. Our chef was very attentive and interested in ensuring that he modified his offerings to our specific preferences. I learned for the first time that you don't add soy sauce to these morsels of heavenly sushi... And when I experienced the sushi provided by the chef here...for the first time...I felt like I knew what sushi is... (And I have been eating sushi regularly...sometimes several times a week...for over 20 years...) The price for this peak life experience was astronomical...but totally worth it for this unique and amazing meal...

Best sushi I have had so far-the Uni and Tamago was to die for! The omakase here is such a great value- it is a multi-course omakase with different variations of sushi and sushi-inspired dishes. The seafood was the fresh and of top quality. I dare say this is the closest you can get to Jiro's sushi in the United States. Service is impeccable and unassuming. The restaurant has great views of Pike Place too! Highly recommend :)

My friend and I went on a Tuesday for their 5pm Omakase course, which essentially means the sushi chef will keep giving you more sushi until you tell them to stop. We lined up at 3pm to make sure that we would be the first in line and be seated with the famous chef Shiro Kashiba. The meal started with great quality matcha tea and a sushi cone appetizer. Shiro-san told us to let him know when we were 90% full, since there would be a sushi dessert course to follow. Each dish came with an explanation from Shiro-san about which part of the world the fish came from, or why that particular type of fish was best during this season. Halfway through the meal we were served a clam and miso soup that was so delicious. The sushi dessert consisted of two types of fish that I don't remember and a slice of sweet steamed egg and shrimp cake. The food was so good that I 10/10 would go again.

We dined here last week on our first night in Seattle and had fabulous sushi. We sat at a table with our two children (ages 8 and 11) and ordered a la carte. The food and service were fantastic.

Buttery tender and full of flavor was our grilled Hamachi head. It's the best I've ever tasted! We were told it was imported from Japan! The Maki roll on the other hand was ghastly. It would make any sushi chef gasp >.< with horror that it was even served to a customer-: roughly cut edges on the seaweed with rice tumbling all over the place. It's a tightly packed restaurant so it's hard to tell secrets here.

We were celebrating a special occasion so decided to make a reservation at Sushi Kashiba. Lovely table with terrific view. We did the Omakase menu and it was amazing! Each and every piece was DELISH! Highly recommend. A reservation is a MUST!

Sushi Kashiba, one of Seattle's most highly regarded Sushi restaurants, lived up to its reputation although it is a bit impersonal. We started with an excellent clam miso, followed by five courses of sashimi ranging from fresh water eels to toro and accompanied our meal with an excellent, albeit pricey, Dassei 23 sake. Each course (consisting of five pieces) was perfect. Reservations are not taken for the chef's counter and we ended up eating outside on the patio on a delightful summer evening.

I was okay, not excellent. Considering the stars and the price, I expected much more taste experience. The omasake they offer is more about quantity than surprising taste. Too much food in my opinion. Others omasake restaurants I went, were the opposite: exquisite taste and elaborated sushis, and less quantity. It is just about expectations. Sushi Kashiba is a big restaurant comparing with “only omasake” restaurants, didn’t know that. It’s hard to prepare delicate dishes for such a big crowd. Still, I was disappointed with the taste of the fishes. Authentic omasakes in Seatle are mind blowing expensives.

OMAKASE!!! Just do it! My husband wasn't hungry so he ordered some small pates, they were great but he was completely jealous of mine. Excellent all around. My favorite was the tuna belly hand roll, it's what dreams are made of. However, every piece/item served was absolute perfection. Amazing service and drinks at the bar too! Loved everything about Sushi Kashiba.

I had dinner at Sushi Kashiba with my husband on Sunday June 4, 2017. We had dinner reservations for a table since getting a place at the sushi bar is supposedly almost impossible.. Imagine out surprise to learn that there was a cancellation for 2 so we took it.. Sitting at the bar and having their Omakase sushi experience was truly amazing. Every item we ate was perfection. Maguro, various parts of the Bluefin tuna, Tai, Hirame, fresh spot prawn (still waving their antennae at you),oyster, eel. Every bite was fresh, and the sauces they added to the items made the flavors burst. Our chef, James, made the meal very fun and I would go again in a heartbeat. I am comparing this meal to some of the best sushi places in Hawaii and a few in Las Vegas. NONE can compare. I hope there are better out there but doubt it.

Sushi Kashiba is located in the courtyard of the Inn at the Market in downtown Seattle across the street from Pike Place Market. It is owned by Shiro Kashiba who the Seattle Times calls the "Sushi Sensei" of Seattle. He still mans the sushi bar. People may not realize that Kashiba sold Shiro's several years ago before opening this new venture. Shiro's continues in business, but without Shiro. I have enjoyed sushi all over the world, including Japan. Before Sushi Kashiba my best experience was Nobu's Silk Road on a Crystal cruise ship. Kashiba was better.

Oh my gosh! This place is the best sushi I have had in my entire life. We boyfriend and I requested Shiro as our sushi chef. He’s set a high bar in the sushi world. He has 6 seats at his bar. Serves traditional sushi. He said they don’t serve rolls in Japan so we got a lot of Nigiri based sushi I believe it is. Omakase was the style we chose; and that you eat what’s put in front of you. I only had one weird thing...ate it, and it was still great. I highly recommend. Some of the sushi restaurants I have just put up because I wanted sushi at the time just won’t make the cut anymore. If you are visiting, do it! They do not take reservations. You have to stand in line and get there AT LEAST an hour early. Best wishes foodies!

Botched our order twice. They add 20% service charge for all party sizes without telling you. A big disappointment given the Tripadvisor review.

I love sushi. The real stuff. I eat sushi in every city / country I visit. And, I've never had sushi anywhere that is as good as Sushi Kashiba. Chef Shiro introduced Seattle to sushi in the 70's. He was trained by one of the most famous sushi chefs in ever, Jiro Ono. Most of the sushi we ate during our meal was local and the freshness practically jumped off the plate. Thanks to our knowledgeable waiter, I was able to have a plate of five different fish bellies. Hands down, the best five pieces of nigiri that I've ever put into my mouth.

The sushi was fresh, but nothing special. Additionally, we were there just over one hour as they rush you through and try to get the table turned as quickly as possible. Ordered a smattering of options - negri, rolls, tempura, poke, and more. Server was definitely NOT warm & friendly. Overall, the food was good, but I can’t really say it was an enjoyable experience. It a good vibe.

Disappointed after all the great comments we had heard from this place. Came here at lunch and sushi was nothing special. Just your average nigiri lunch special at a higher price.

Other than the price, which is very high, the food was superb and creative. It was probably the best sushi I have eaten, and I've had sushi in many cities around the world (although not in Japan!). You must reserve and, if the weather is good, it's so nice to sit outside.

Walked in at 5:00pm to a half-empty restaurant, made to stand for several minutes until someone realized we were there, then was snobbishly told they were booked full. Even my 12 year old said they were full of themselves. So I can't comment on the food, only the horrific attitude at check-in. Wouldn't bother going back.

Wow, what a place if you love sushi! This is not a stock Japanese restaurant, but a specialist establishment, and it's clear that the staff know their art. Many menu selections are by the piece, and this can get expensive, but if you add in a sushi roll and some extras, like soup or edamame, you can increase your value for money. I asked the waiting staff to pair my selection with their recommended sake, and this did not disappoint. Some cooked fish dishes are available, and we included a set dinner in our order, which was another high-quality offering, but at a price to match. The set-up would probably benefit from employing a Japanese-speaker to deal more efficiently with the high volume of international guests, and table reservations are advisable, especially at the weekend, but any minor kinks in our experience were easily smoothed over by the simple, fresh tastes of finely crafted sushi.

If you don't know, then I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. It presents itself as a top end sushi place. I wouldn't know good sushi from average sushi myself, so for me there's no point in paying the prices Kashiba charges. You can get pretty much the same thing elsewhere as far as I could tell. The wait staff was very professional and not very friendly. They have an attitude, in my opinion. It was a good thing they hadn't started making my last piece of sushi when I decided I didn't want it, or else I would have had to pay for it anyway. The sauteed geoduck was superb, and very expensive for such a little plate of food.

The service was exceptional. We went with the Chef making our choices versus trying to figure out what we wanted. This gives you a large variety and has you trying some delightful choices. Our server explained all the choices and even which to eat first. The best Sushi I have ever had in Seattle. Will definitely return on my next visit.

if you want the best sushi from local sushi legend - Shiro Kashiba - this is the place to go. reservation a must.

I was really excited to come to this restaurant. Supposedly the chef was trained under Jiro, the famous sushi chef in Tokyo. So maybe I know nothing about Japanese food but given the hype, I wasn't that impressed. The place is OK..not very fancy but not bad either. Service is also pretty good but nothing out of the ordinary. I am sorry but there are a lot of places in Vancouver with better ambiance and service. Now to the food. Again, good but not out of the world. I really think there are better sushi places in Vancouver. Perhaps his genius is in using lesser cuts and making them decent? For example, their version of Chicken Karaage uses little drumsticks. Cute idea but really not the best part of the chicken and smaller than a chicken whole meat or breast. Their cuts of sushi didn't seem that fresh conpared to some of the sushi I have had in Vancouver. So overall, it is a good Japanese restaurant but not really a destination restaurant and probably a bit expensive for what it has to offer.

We came for their house special fix course set meal of various sushi/seafood delights. The chef had selected the best available seafood locally/oversea to complete the 15-17 courses with soup and egg custard dessert in the ending. My favorite piece were the toro tuna, sweet shrimp 2 ways & the super crunchy geoduck. The size of each piece was consider on the petit side so a big appetite person may need extra food to be full.

My son and I go to Sushi Kashiba to celebrate special events and I take business clients there. The food is exceptional. What the restaurant needs to learn, however, is that when people are dropping $200+ a head, good food isn't enough. You expect a dining experience. Our waitress tonight walked up and asked if we were ready to order. No "welcome, do you have any questions?" etc. Our food came so quickly on the Omakase menu that the one hot portion, their specialty of black cod, was put on the table when we had half of the prior course left on the plate. So I had to ask them to slow down the coursing, and instead of taking away the cod and bringing it back at the appropriate time, they let it sit on the table. So the two of us were in and out in 1.25 hours, for over $400, with a forced gratuity of 20%. Sadly then, I will not be going back. For that kind of money, I expect a dining experience and top notch service which were nonexistent tonight.

I had heard a lot about this place and was not disappointed. We picked the Omakase and it was pure delicacy. We had to ask the chef to stop as the food kept on coming.

Excellent sushi place but a bit deserved by its size (70+ seats) and hence not very adapted to omakase experience we were looking for. Do not get me wrong - the sushi were delicious, various small add-ons imaginative and fish of top notch quality, very well cut. In a smaller setting, chefs would have been undoubtedly able to bring their art to perfection as serving 30-40 omakase at the same time is indeed a (too) big challenge.

We visited Sushi Kashiba with anticipation of trying sushi Omakase. Although we were in front of the restaurant 15 min prior to opening, all sushi bar seats got taken. The restaurant only takes reservation for the tables, and first come first go to the sushi bar. So you need to go to the restaurant really early or you need to wait for a long time for the sushi bar. We ordered table Omakase. Not sure if it’s the same menu as the sushi bar (we suspected not). It’s a multi course menu and tasty. But we were slightly disappointed as we set our hearts on the sushi bar.

High end part of the sushi segment, the omakase menu being the star of the menu. We went more for traditional ngiri and maki. Delicate, tasty made. And well presented. Àlso very evident that the staff is professional and very knowledgeable about both food, wine and the Japanese whiskey that is part of the drinks menu. Recommended!

I have travelled to Seattle quite a bit recently and been here a few times. It is not cheap, but it is some of the best and freshest sushi preparations I have had anywhere. It is mere steps from the Pike Place Fish Market. This is a relatively small restaurant, so I suggest reservations. The service is impeccable and their attention to detail and information about the foods served is refreshing. The menu offers a couple of pre-set chef's tasting courses and then, of course, the highly recommended (from me) Omakase option. Don't miss this place if you are looking for great sushi.

One of my favorite sushi experiences of all time, certainly amongst the best in the USA and stacks up well against some great places I’ve enjoyed in Tokyo. I recommend going for the omakase and placing yourself in the chef’s hands—the owner was a student of Jiro (of Jiro Dreams of Sushi fame). You’ll be treated to some unique preparations you won’t find elsewhere. To give a sense of the high level of detail, one of our group enjoyed some plum wine that was made from the chef’s own tree he grows in his yard. Of course, the sushi itself is the star of the show and you won’t be disappointed by the freshness or preparation. On top of that, our server was extremely knowledgeable about all details of the cuisine including how each fish had been sourced, and I trusted him to make great choices for us. Fair warning: like any high-end sushi establishment, go there expecting a large bill... but it is worth it for a great life experience.

i would not recommend Sushi Kashiba to anyone that doesn't "LOVE" sushi! The restaurant has indoor elegant seating as well as outdoor in the garden and if you make a reservation or get there early (45 minutes) take a seat at the sushi bar. To get the ultimate experience order Omakase! Chef Shiro will walk you through his interpretation of the best sushi anywhere, and I tend to agree with him! Unlike some reviews that I've read, our service was warm friendly and very attentive. Try all the rest in Seattle then go here for the Best!

Best Japanese restaurant I’ve ever been to. Excellent menu, excellent service, delicious & surprising tastes. The dishware is hand made from Japan. The food is fresh and elegant in its display.

Sushi Kashiba is one of those places where the price tag makes sense once you’re seated. The sushi is exceptional — fresh, precise, and beautifully presented. The vibe is upscale but not stiff, making it perfect for romantic dates or hosting clients with refined taste. It’s not cheap, but if you’re ready to indulge, it’s absolutely worth it. The omakase experience is especially memorable if you can get a seat at the counter. Service is polished, and the setting feels intimate without being quiet — a great balance for both personal and professional outings.

Good food! Typical stuffy, unfriendly service around the downtown area. Classy is built on professional, friendly service. Seattle has lost touch with who they are, and who they’re not!

Went to sushi Kashiba on a Thursday. Arrived at 4:15 and there is already a long time waiting. Got lucky and get the last seat. The meal is fantastic and is better than my sushi experiences in NYC. The chef's seasoning is great and no soy sauce/wasabi is required. I ate 30 nigiri which is the most I have ever eaten, especially the meal starts at 5pm and I am not even that hungry!

I'm a big sushi fan. I saw Jiro dreams of sushi. So when I had a chance to go to Seattle, I made it a point to go to Sushi Kashiba as Shiro Kashiba is said to have trained under Jiro. I headed to Pike Place Market once I got off the plane. I was first in line outside the restaurant at 3pm, so I had my seat at the very end of the sushi bar where I had a clear view of chef Kashiba preparing omakase at 5pm. I had omakase at Nobu many many years ago when chef Nobu Matsuhisa himself was behind the counter. It was amazing. This, was not. The fish was fresh, presentation was good, service was excellent. But while chef Kashiba was informative and entertaining, I saw him pick up his knife ONCE to prepare geoduck. The rest of the omakase was him reaching into the refrigerated case for pre cut seafood and arranging it on rice. On the usual 1-10 scale, I give it a 7 at most. Pricey doesn't describe my bill. Think DOUBLE what omakase would be in Japan.

The wife and I enjoy our sushi. We have been wanting to try Sushi Kashiba for quite some time. I made reservations nearly two months in advance and would have forgotten about this dinner if not for the reminder. We had seven courses of the finest sushi experience either of us has ever had. I cannot tell you everything we ate, but it was all exquisite, perfectly crafted, and delectably filling. We enjoyed our waiter. His patience, enthusiasm, and attention were first class. We thoroughly appreciated our dinner. We each chose the Omakase, which we knew was $150 each. Two beers and a cocktail were $43. Final soup course was $36. 20% Service Fee equaled $75. Tax on the bill took dinner to $501. I really do appreciate an excellent dining experience and this is certainly one of those. I absolutely despise a mandatory service fee. Our waiter told us the service fee would be on the bill before bringing it to us. Nevertheless, it taints my overall experience and will keep me from visiting more.

Pricey but the food was good. A few things which seemed a little funky in our tasting menu but the fish was good. Pretty cramped so when people are waiting it feels like they are right next to you. I thought the staff was attentive. Maybe not overly warm but completely pleasant. Not sure we will go back, a few other places in Seattle we prefer but worth visiting.

The highest quality sushi available in Seattle, in my well informed opinion. And service to match. It's a must do for any sushi lover!!!!

The service here is fantastic...from the host to the servers, the customer service is great. Sitting at the sushi bar is a must, so you can interact with the chef (ask for Chef Kuo!). The food is excellent.

Wow! What service from Jordan J who helped the 4 of us choose our meal. We chose the Peak that covered a number of different sushis. Jordan explained each dish in detail and each piece of sushi was absolutely divine! We also had a bottle of Sake that Jordan helped us choose by asking what we liked in a white wine. This visit to Sushi Kashiba is one that we won't forget in a long, long time! The best sushi ever! A fine dining experience!

Dinner with my wife and my first son. We are told that there are only bar counter seats and that one needs to be over 21. As my son is already beyond the legal drinking age, we said we would take bar counter seats, but we got a table anyway. We ordered two Omakases (Chef’s Choice) and Self-Picked Pieces of Sushi for my wife. Waiters were very knowledgeable about what they were serving and we enjoyed very good sushi. Do not forget to try their unique omelet sushi. A 20% Service Charge was already included in the bill.

Surprising. I came from Japan, where I often go, to return to Italy. I'm passing through the city, I have to work on a couple of projects. I read the reviews of Sushi Kashiba, I try to try. Tastes very close to those of Japan, and even the rolls have an elegant touch. It costs, but it is worth trying it.

Incredible, best bartender he was very knowledgeable and we had some amazing drinks. sushi is even better- amazing preparation. Wonderful experience. Would highly recommend!!

There are only a few tables so it's advisable to place a reservation. It's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for! It's worth a try. Service is good.

Probably the best sushi in Seattle. We did the Chefs table and got to taste a lot of different pices, selected and reccomended by the chef. Very good service in general, it cost around 100 dollar plus/minus for the chef table experience - but it`s worth it!

Make a reservation and have a supreme experience. From the warm and friendly welcome to the informed and professional wait staff, everything about my visit there was top notch, most of all the meal.

While in town, my one goal was to eat here and get omakase from Shiro. We came on a Friday and got in line at 2:55pm - we were already 5th and 6th in line so we secured the last spots for the first seating with Shiro. Two hours later, shortly before 5pm, a waitress came out, got our drink orders, and confirmed our seating preferences (first, second seating, etc.). Right after 5pm, we were seated, got a mini intro from Shiro, received our drinks, and the fun began. We both agreed that this was by far the best sushi we've ever eaten. I had two mixed drinks, my boyfriend had three beers, and we had about 22 pieces a piece and our bill for two hours of being there was $400. Shiro was so nice, always happy and smiling and joking, and he was accommodating to the people around us (one kid couldn't have wasabi). There was one guy in our first seating party who used to go to Shiro's first restaurant in Seattle and he hadn't seen Shiro in about three years, and Shiro remembered him! Service in this place was impeccable with servers always standing to the side looking for ways to serve you and be attentive. We were very impressed.

We were told that urchin is now available because chef Shiro finds that the day's supply was not up to satisfaction. Impressed! The day's highlight was tuna. The Fat tuna simply melts in the mouth. I think the price is reasonable for such quality. But when including the taxes and gratitude, its slightly on the high side.

We sat at the bar as this dinner choice was a last minute decision. Excellent service with a detailed description of each item. One guest in our party had the Omakase. It was a gastro delight from start to finish. We also ordered off the menu. All seafood was top quality and artfully presented. Reservations are highly recommended but sometimes you can just sit at the small bar & have a great time too!

This restaurant is on the premise of the boutique hotel Inn at the Market right in the center of Pike Place Market. This restaurant is quite popular with quite a line of customers waiting to be seated every day before it opens for business. It is owned by Seattle renowned sushi Chef Shiro Kashiba who came out of retirement to open this place about a year and half ago. His other restaurant Shiro which is less than a mile away is no longer under his command. We came on a late night and was lucky enough to dine there and met the Chef himself who happened to be dining there with some friends that night. The meal was delish as the seafood was very fresh. The restaurant serves geoduck sushi/sashimi. The items are pricey but worth the experience. Come early or late to avoid the long wait.

Amazing! This place is amazing in every way! I have had a fair share of Omakase and Sushi Kashiba is undoubtedly one of the best I have ever had. The level of mastery in Sushi making is reflected in every bite you take. I had made a reservation for Table dining far in advance. However, I was very fortunate to have been able to eat at the Chef counter as a walk in the day before my reservation and it is highly recommended. I returned the next day and have dinner at the table as well. If you can, (and should) try to do both. The difference between Chef Counter Omakase and table dining are 1. Price $160/seat. 2. Totally Chef’s choice-he served you sushi as he make them, amazing!! 3. You get to interact with your wonderful Chef, Thank you Chef JASON for amazing hand-crafted sushi. 4. You can’t order from other menu.. so no appetizers and other AMAZING items. You can do Omakase course at the table as well so if that is what you prefer. I had Omakase again starting at $120 but also ordered Black Cod and Sautéed Long neck clams. They are both so delicious!!! Everyone was so amazing and truly made my experience so precious. Service was delightful. They pay attention to every detail. The very very nice touch is Chef Shiro Kashiba is still making and serving sushi to customers. Although your sushi may not be made by him, you may be greeted by him as he walked around and busted table periodically. Thank you SO much everyone at Sushi Kashiba for having me. You made my BD special and I shall return next time I visit Seattle again. THANK YOU!!!

First and foremost, this is a dining experience where you just don't want to think about the cost. With virtually no alcohol, the omakase service ran us $480 for 2 people with gratuity built in. Assume every single time you take a bite, its $4-5 minimum. So if you're cool with that, read on. It's pretty incredible. If you're the among the first 4-6 people in line, you'll get Shiro personally as he handles the stage left side of the bar. So if you're going to stand in line, I'd strongly suggest just erring on the side of early as it will increase the warm and fuzzies to be under his command. You're going to get incredibly unique offerings. Tuna cheek, flounder fin, etc. Things that normally are just not available at your run of the mill sushi spot. You're going to push your envelope on textures and flavors. Salmon roe was a new one for me and I would suspect it'd be iffy for some folks. Tuna four ways, Salmon four ways, Oyster shooter serve as a sushi roll presented inside an oyster shell. It goes on and on. Your chef will do a great job telling you what you're eating and how and when to eat as well so you're taking a bite at the right temperature. Service is 5 star first class. Maitre D will come out and greet those standing in line and confirm your spot on the first serving (or second if that is what you prefer) and give you a drinks menu to review. Then the main server will come outside and take drink orders before you sit down. This probably is primarily to speed up the service and get you out so they can seat more folks :) But its a nice touch of hospitality. That same server is extremely attentive and dedicated to those at the bar. She's phenomenal. All in all, it's just as legit as everyone else says. I give it 4/5 solely because I'm not 100% sure I'm a repeat customer simply due to the cost. Is it worth $480 once? Sure. Is it worth it again? PROBABLY not.

Divine divine divine - loved this restaurant with amazing service and friendly Japanese chefs. Ask for a bar table to watch the chefs craft their delights. Expensive but well worth it. Having served 4 types of Tuna on one plate was mind blowing.

My wife and I lucked out and got a reservation for 7:15 on the same day. We had the option of eating at the counter or at a table. We were tempted to do the omakase dinner at the counter but opted for a table as we wanted to order a few hot dishes. They offer a nice variety of cold and hot dishes. My wife and I shared black cod, rex sole, geoduck and several pieces of sushi. Everything was excellent as was the service. Prices are fairly high. We paid $400 for dinner and two drinks each. Note that Google Maps has a bad location for the restaurant but gets you close. Highly recommended.

We had an omakase which included 21 "courses - 19 of which were sushi (+ soup and Agedashi tofu). Sushi included one toro hand roll and two 'deserts' - sweet tamago and crispened sweet eel (sublime). Pacific salmon was in season so many of the early pieces were different salmon types and preparations. Atmosphere is more casual and relaxed than can be expected from formal Japanese omakase (Shiro, who made an appearance, is easily approachable). Sushi quality is amongst the very best this side of the Pacific. Truly, I can think of only one or two other places (including NYC area) that can rival Kashiba. Overall experience was OUTSTANDING.

My husband and I dined here just this past weekend.  The restaurant was packed, reservation is a must!  If you want to sit at the sushi counter, book >1mo in advance. Make sure you say that when you make your reservation, as seats there is very hard to get.   No worries tho, the omakase can be selected even if you are seated at one of the tables.  We were filled to the brim with the course, which included:  3 appetizers, 1 hand roll, 15 nigiris with an owan between the first two sets of nigiris. The meal finished with tamago and miso soup, the traditional way. Nothing here is pretentious. The dishes and pieces here showcase seasonal ingredients with very little dressing. You taste the ingredients and you taste the skill of the chef.  However, their simple dishes still packed explosive flavors due to the freshness of ingredients. I don't usually like bincho but I enjoyed both the bincho preparations here. The madai here was to die for. Sweet, succulent flesh with just a touch of house soy.  Local geoduck was another high-light.  The only complains I have are  1) there was too many repeat of tuna. Maybe the chef just thought the other fishes on the menu (aji, saba, tako, etc) weren't good enough to be in the omakase?  2) They only offer matcha as their tea option. no buckwheat, no genmaicha, nothing else! This is a problem easily fixable. please consider adding more options for your guests.  Service? very personable. We felt well cared for throughout the night. The omakase was very reasonable priced at $110/person 

Several years ago I had an excellent meal at chef Shiro’s restaurant. He sold that and opened Kashiba’s. This is a beautiful restaurant very near the “Public Market “ sign. I brought a friend and we decided to go “all in”. The Omakase gave us the best cuts of fish - and despite being expensive ($110 each), ordering this ala carte would have been twice as expensive. The fish was outstanding and the overall presentation and education made the experience memorable. The super fatty tuna was wonderful. The experience, start to finish, lasted about 90 minutes. The meal ended with the egg. I have eaten in several of the best sushi restaurants in the country and Kashiba is neck and neck with Ginko (Cleveland). I cannot wait to return.

The setting is modern and minimalist but right beside Pike Place so very much in Seattle. The sushi is really delicious and not very expensive for the quality. The staff are enthusiastic and their enthusiasm brushes off on you.

We had the pleasure of getting a last minute reservation via the concierge. When we arrived we were offered two seats at the bar! Wow! The omakase menu served by the chef was truly spectacular. The fish melted in your mouth and the flavors were out of this world. The sake menu was rich and had many options by the glass or bottle. What a fabulous can’t miss experience!!

Chef Kashiba is a true master, no detail is left unturned at this establishment. I was visiting on a business trip and my client said if we wanted the best sushi this place was it and he wasn’t wrong. Upon entering the staff was very friendly and attentive. We did the Omakasa tasting menu, each course is served with a detailed description about what is being served. The flavor profiles and options were incredible, thoughtfully prepared and paired together. It is not inexpensive, for a party of 4 with 1 cocktail each and some sake it was $1,100 with tip. If your budget allows it’s well worth it though, when I come back to Seattle will be back!

Friendly staff, nice environment with chefs visible. Food was delicious. Staff were attentive filling up water glasses but took a while to bring the bill.

It was a memorable experience at Sushi Kashiba! Started out with a very persistent call to get reservation, I kept calling until I got confirmation.....the food and service were not disappointment. Jordan was my waiter, his attentiveness was well noticed - thank you. I decided to go for omakase menu, they were all delicious. I enjoyed every bit of it and will definitely go back.

Milestone celebrations of birthdays, wedding anniversaries, college admissions and graduations, retirements and birthdays have been at Shiro Kashiba's various restaurants. The plethora of sushi options means special is harder to find. Four of us went to Shiro's newest restaurant for my wife's 70th birthday wondering if it would charm us again. It was consistent with the food quality we expected, but we missed a night when Shiro was running the house. Thankfully he was there as a seated customer so it was good to chat with him. He has a team that does what he has done for decades, charm the sushi bar guests. We sat at a table and the service was prompt, perhaps too prompt. We slowed it down by savoring selections and then ordering again when done enjoying what had just consumed. Oysters on the half shell was presented beautifully but lacking the touch of ponsu and lemon we have come to associate with this dish at Shiro's previous restaurant, the monk fish liver was very good, nigiri sushi was better than the sashimi. The food was good, the service at the tables needs to be managed by the customer to avoid the feeling of being rushed, and the amount of space for diners is a wee cramped for the cost of a dinner out. We were the oldest paying customers in the house because I am not including Shiro in my quick visual survey. I missed the green tea ice cream that is no longer served but we will return.

I have only started enjoying sushi a few years ago and after watching a documentary film "Jiro dreams of sushi", I've often wondered if I'll ever come close to eating a very well prepared sushi from a world renowned sushi chef as Jiro Ono. On a trip to Seattle, the concierge at the hotel recommended Sushi Kashiba. My wife and I tried it out with a bit of hesitation because it was ranked at the 50's (as of writing this review) from Trip Advisor. I ordered Omakase which is the chef's choice sushi dinner and it was phenomenal!!! Coincidentally, we learned that Shiro, owner and executive chef of Sushi Kashiba, was a protege of Jiro! If you're into Sushi, definitely try Sushi Kashiba and go with Omakase.

We were fortunate enough to have Chef himself at our table, and it was an incredible experience. It’s hard to believe he’s 84 years old. Every dish was fresh and flavorful, but the standout was the live shrimp. You get to eat the fried head! Owen, the excellent server, made a fantastic sake choice. I also enjoyed the tuna, including bluefin Toro, King Salmon, and Norwegian mackerel.

We have been meaning to try this place since Shiro-san apprenticed and worked with Jiro (Ono) inTokyo early in their careers. And we were not disappointed. The Fish is super fresh and makes good use of the best that Seattle/Alaska has to offer. Only drawback, not much wild, primarily farmed fish. But so good. Premium Omakase in the $100 range. Lineup early to get the Sushibar opens at 530p...Lineup from 445p or so... Good luck and enjoy!

We had the Seattle fixed price sushi experience with Sake. It was the best meal we ate in Seattle by far. Highly recommend for sushi lovers.

If you visit Seattle, you have to do Sushi and I think the best way to do sushi is Omakase if you can afford it and are open minded. Easily one of the top 3 Omakase's I've had and arguably better than any I've had in NYC is Sushi Kashiba! If you don't have a reservation, it's quite a wait - we went on a Sunday night at 5:30 and waited about an hour 1/2 for the sushi bar but it was well worth it. You can put your name in and then go walk Pike Place Market - get a coffee at the first Starbucks, etc. I would put this very high on your list when visiting Seattle!

We opted to sit at the bar even though we had reservations for a table. It was fun to interact with the sushi chef. We had the omakase where the chef took us on a journey with each piece of sushi. Some of my favorites were the king crab, toro, tuna....they were all so good. Eat with your fingers. Flip the sushi fish down on your tongue so you can feel the smooth and creamy texture of that fish. Guests line up even before they open for the bar seating. They don't take reservations for the bar but if you go early enough you could get lucky.

I had the lucky experience of having the true Omakase experience with Shiro Kashiba, himself. The staff was excellent, the restaurant was spotless, and, of course, the chef after which the restaurant is named was an absolute delight. I'm not a big foodie but I've seen the documentary "Jiro Dreams of Sushi," and eating sushi made by one of Jiro's students will always be one of the tastiest and most memorable meals of my life. Can't recommend this place enough! Expect about a 1 hour wait on weekdays, more on a busy weekend. Absolutely worth it.

A co-worker, who raved about Sushi Kashiba, suggested making time to eat here at least once. He also recommended ordering Omakse from the sushi bar which I also highly recommend. Due to it's popularity and the lack of typical reservations, you want to get there a half hour to an hour before they open to get a sitting. The meal may hit your wallet but the experience and the quality of sushi was well worth it. I would definitely put this at the top my list for sushi restaurants in the United States.

Reserve a table as soon as you know you will be in Seattle. Order one of the set sushi or omakase options. Then sit back, relax with some wine or sake and enjoy the best sushi you will ever have in the US. The meal is nicely paced and the server explains what is on each plate and in which order you should eat it. Don't add wasabi or soy, please.

Eaten at the great sushi restaurant in Los Angles on Rodeo Drive--with the prior chef now in NYC 3 stars and his successor. Sush iKashiba matches the great food and service of those chefs and therefore is one of the best in the USA--good location --nice sake list

Made reservations but upon arrival, there were open seats at the sushi bar with Chef Shiro Kashiba himself. He was delightful, and the omakase menu was great! It also was a good value for a high end sushi experience. Would recommend to anyone in Seattle. Location is also easily accessible for tourists at the Market.

This restaurant was recommended by a local and it was wonderful. You can sit at the Sushi bar or tables. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. We could walk to it from our hotel the Grand Hyatt. It is close to Pike Place. The sushi was so delicious and just melted in your mouth. Our waiter was not that nice in the beginning but warmed up to us after a while, that was probably the only negative part of the evening. We made reservations for 5pm sit down. There was a very long line when we got there for the Sushi bar and they definitely serve things not normally seen on other menus. It is expensive. My husband and I shared the Composed Sushi dinner and it definitely was enough for the both of us. We did order one extra miso soup. All in all we were glad we came here and would definitely go back.

Expected to be wowed by this restaurant, but left feeling disappointed. We each had the Peak assortment. Lovely restaurant, delightful staff, beautiful presentations. We love sushi and don’t mind spending a big buck for exceptional food, but for the very expensive price, this sushi was no better than some of the great sushi I have eaten in San Francisco for less money.

You might call in advance and ask if you can sit at the sushi bar, and they might tell you they don't reserve those seats but there are a couple free if you hurry. 10 minutes later you might call and say you're on your way and they'll say the same thing. But then when you get there in another 10 minutes, they'll tell you that you have to sit at their COCKTAIL BAR!! There might be seats open at the sushi bar, there might open tables, which there were, but since it's getting late they are "consolidating their customers" at the cocktail bar. This cocktail bar has all the cheap plastic charm that you'd expect to find at an airport motel, not what you'd have in mind at a pricey sushi restaurant. Why didn't they say this in either of the two phone calls? Why didn't that matter to them when it was brought to their attention given that they did have open tables?

Upscale restaurant, inexperienced and unprofessional service. Worst service ever in my life! Management needs to learn their manners. It was my wife and I's 14th year anniversary and we thought spending it at Kashiba would be a good experience. What a mistake!!! We ordered the chefs preset menu and the waiter mistakenly short changed our order and initially didn't give us the full order. Then when the bill came the waiter gave us the wrong bill overcharging us... The most disappointing and upsetting part of our experience is when my wife spoke with the general manager (James). She explained to him our experience and dissatisfaction with the service. The manager showed no empathy and no remorse. When asked kindly if he would compensate us for our poor experience, he regretfully said no. This is not the way to treat a customer at any restaurant. We feel that James could have done more to make our experience more pleasant. This is an example of a truly inexperienced manager who does not belong in this position. He is a disgrace to the restaurant, to chef Kashiba and to the Japanese and Asian community. Very rude... For anyone who is reading this post, I would highly discourage you from going to this restaurant. The food is not worth the price and the service sucks. Kashiba needs to replace its management and learn some manners.

We loved the Peak version of the omakase! The fish was so fresh and unique...some of the best sushi we have had! Next time we are in Seattle, we will be back!!

We loved “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” so much we had to try his protege’s restaurant in Seattle. Kashiba did not disappoint. The sushi is done to perfection. We were part of a big group of 15 and we were all genuinely impressed. The Omakase is highly recommended.

Apparently in high demand, so best to be in line early before the place opens for dinner at 5 PM. We were fortunate to get seats at the bar without waiting, and being seated at the bar turned out to be a positive bonus, as we were fascinated to witness the amazing and almost balletic performance of the server behind the bar -- at times lightning quick, at times carefully measured, but never rushed -- who despite his busy workload found time to chat with the guests at the bar. Unfortunately we did not catch his name... Oh, and the tempura and sushi were very good too.

We waited 40 mins past our reserved time to be seated. While waiting , we were offered a drink which we accepted (we had chardonays). Finally seated we ordered 3 Seattle sushi dinner with an additional geoduck plate and beers. We (3 of us) all love hamachi so made sure the Seattle menu included this (it did). When the server announced we were nearing the end of our meal we commented to her that we had not had our yellowtail yet. She double checked the menu, had several conversations with people then came back & said “0h yes, you did- it was on the second plate that was served.” We are sushi eaters. We know what yellowtail looks & tastes like. The server announced each piece of fish as it was placed before us. We were not served yellowtail as a part of our dinner. She asked if we would like to order 3 pieces of yellowtail. We said yes. Although the food was absolutely delicious imagine our surprise when we received the $400.00 bill which included charges for the chardonays and $15.00 for 3 pieces of yellowtail. We have had a condo in Belltown since 1994 & have always enjoyed eating at Shiro’s restaurants & watching his growing success. Although he maintains the quality of the food w/ Kashiba , there is a lack of graciousness & accountability in the delivery of his food. We left feeling taken advantage of and “bait and switched”. It appears that one is supposed to be grateful that they are accorded the privilege of dining in this restaurant. The restaurant charges as they see fit. We won’t be back. There are many excellent sushi restaurants in Seattle that honor reservations, offer warm & gracious service & don’t price gouge. Skip this one unless u judge how good the food is by how poorly you were treated.

Just by Pike place market. A nice classy sushi restaurant. They have 2 set menus and a la carte, and we chose the $130 Peak menu. After a small radish appetiser, about 12 small pieces of sushi followed. Then finish with the egg. Simple and overpriced, i assume they get their fish from the market next door and not imported from japan daily Service very good though 7/10

I've visited Seattle twice and come here both times. To say this is excellent is an understatement. Nobu is excellent, Sushi Kashiba is beyond and can only be compared with THE BEST sushi places in the US. Try the Omakase menu, you won't be dissapointed!

We were really disappointed in this restaurant! We were referred to this place by the hotel and the waiter was exceptionally rude and condescending! Small portions, expensive and food average. We would never go back again or refer this place to anyone! THere are better places in the city. As well, be aware of the 20% gratuity charge that is automatic so it makes sense that the waitress don't care how they treat their customers.

We had reservations, but had to stand 34 minutes waiting for seats. They also had problems with order accuracy and part of our order never showed up. Some of our group loved their food, others found it mediocre, but overall, the restaurant wasn’t ran well during our visit.

Sushi Kashiba is pretty decent. I can't say the quality, the art, and the resulting nigiri's are better than the renowned sushi restaurants in New York and California, but price point is reasonable and getting seats at the bar isn't too difficult. The omakase keeps going until you tell the chef to stop, so if you like certain pieces, feel free to tell the chef to give you a second helping.

This restaurant is a must see in Seattle. The food is just amazing, service is great so is wine! I would definitely recommend Salmon Shashimi to try and you csn ask for a sampler plate to have a taste of everything.

The sushi here was incredible; we have been to some excellent restaurants, but this tops them easily. We tried the omakase, and we were impressed with the timeliness of the service, as well as the large quantity of food they bring. It was worth the money!

It is a different sushi, with very different flavors than ordinary sushis, the Service is very personalized, it is quite an experience, worth

This place has average food and bad service. Nothing special about any of the dishes and quite over priced for its quality. The most ridiculous part was the request to stop using my phone when I was dinning alone and wasn't disturbing anyone. There wasn't any chef or staff engaging me in any conversation either! Such unreasonable request. Never going back!

I had the pleasure to eat at Sushi Kashiba during my most recent vacation. We did the Omakase and let the the chefs do their thing. So many great dishes, the waiter was extremely knowledgeable on what was being served. If you want to have a good seat and not have to wait to watch the sushi be prepared, I would suggest getting the 30-45 minutes before it opens.

We were flying thru Seattle and planned to stay overnight near the airport. As the following day was my husband's birthday, I gave him his choice of Seattle restaurants for a celebratory meal. He choses Sushi Kasiba. I made a reservation for a table rather than planning to wait for a seat at the sushi bar altho that would have been an interesting experience for us. We took the light rail into the city and walked the few blocks from the West Lake station to the restaurant which we found quite easily. We were greeted cordially, shown to our table and presented with the menu. We both chose the omakase dinner. I ordered a glass of sparkling beaujolais white wine as I'd never had that before and quite enjoyed it. I won't recite what we had to eat; it was seven courses. One was a misfire: a small cube of cold egg (?) custard topped with shredded snow crab and dressed with a thin, rather tasteless miso. It's probably a summertime riff on chawan mushi which we adore. The fish was pristine and had an interesting assortment of textures and flavors. Most of the nigiri was familiar but there were some novelties too. All in all it was a delicious dinner, finished with a good miso soup and an sweet egg custard piece of "sushi" over rice. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. $110 for the meal, before tax, 20% service charge and drinks did not seem out of line. I'd go back happily any time I was in Seattle.

Hard for me to believe I have not been to this place before. The Omakase was outstanding. Every portion was delicious and transported me back to Japan. The chef is incredibly friendly and explains each cut individually. Attention to detail is impeccable. Definitely worth many repeats – if the wallet permits.

Hands down the best sushi I have EVER had in the US. It was amazing! We ordered a bunch of sashimi and a tuna roll. The marinated tuna was my husband's favorite. I would eat here everytime I came to Seattle if I could.

If you can afford it, you will never have better sushi than what is served at Sushi Kashiba. We couldn't get reservations (we were only in town for a few days, and didn't plan that far ahead), so we followed advice we found online -- arrived at 3:45 and waited for a spot for omakase at the chef's counter. The sushi was out of this world. Truly spectacular. There was also A LOT of it. I had to give my last few pieces to my partner. The service was impeccable. Was it worth it? That depends on how much money you have and how you like to spend it. An absolutely amazing food experience.

Our meal was excellent. It was very pricey however. The wait staff was great, knowledgable and helpful. When my son wanted spicy mayo to go with his crab roll, we were told the chef might not agree, but it came anyway. I thought that was obnoxoius. The food was excellent but they charged $45 for a shot of Classe Azul tequila.

We had been here almost 2 years ago and were excited to try it again. Had reservations for a table and were seated immediately. The line was shorter than before and there were still several seats left at the sushi bar well after 5:00. All the sushi, oysters and tempura were amazing in taste and freshness, while falling short in portion size. The octopus, eel, etc. on the sushi was sliced so very thin as if non-existent; it was absolutely see-through. We really felt cheated. The service felt rushed and truly like they don't care if you're happy. While our server tried to be helpful, we felt she was somewhat condescending. We don't appreciate that vibe . . also they automatically added the tip and didn't tell us, though it was clearly on the bill. Automatic tip for a party of 2? Our bill was $280.00! Thank you and goodnight . . .

We celebrated an early Valentine's Day with omakase at Sushi Kashiba. It was perfect for what we were looking for -- intimate and relaxed environment with amazing food and friendly service. Our sushi chef Kohta was fantastic. Super attentive, knowledgeable, personable, entertaining, and most of all was making some of the best sushi we've ever had! We appreciated the information about how the menu may change seasonally, which fish are in season and when, where the fish come from and what the Pacific Northwest is known for in particular (like the geoduck!). Our favorites were... gosh it's hard to say, really everything was great. Geoduck, scallops, salmon... nearly each piece could be considered a favorite. The garnish on the white fish stood out to balance the mellow flavor. The rest of the staff also friendly and fun. The experience was lovely, and no issues whatsoever. We'd highly recommend. To note: We had previously tried to get an omakase seating over summer on a Friday. We arrive 45 minutes before opening, but this was not early enough! This time, it was a winter night, and a Thursday -- both of which worked in our favor. We arrived 45 minutes early and we were second in line! The omakase counter was full in the end, but 45 minutes early was plenty of time. Think of an activity for when you stand on line ahead of time and it breezes right by ;) The area is covered and well organized, so if it's raining you won't get wet. Bill for 2 for Omakase was $465.

since we were staying at the Inn at Market across the courtyard we, by chance, got a table at Kashiba. Best sushi we ever had. Super knowledgeable staff, very nice atmosphere. But the sushi outshines it all. Melt in your mouth fish, unusual cuts, beautiful presentation. Not cheap but totally worth it!

From the moment we walked in the door the service was top notch, friendly, efficient and very well versed in all things sushi. Dinner was perfectly coursed and moved at a comfortable pace and the fish was out of this world, every piece of nigiri was a pleasure to savor. Can't wait to go back.

Great fish, excellent service by knowledgable staff. Just so silly crowded. Reservations are necessary, but worth it. No open table reservations tho!

Went here for the first time. First experience at the bar where the tender was helpful and made a nice cocktail. Was seated and tried about 15 different things on the menu. The highlight was the seared salmon belly. Sublime! The service was great. The biggest letdown was the Toro - just way too lean for our taste. Not the melt in your mouth we expected - and we tried both sashimi and Nigiri. Overall excellent meal.

We queued for omakase and it was worth it! Amazing sushi. Worth every penny. Do it for a special night out if you can.

We wanted to try some great sushi while were were visiting Seattle for Christmas and we chose Sushi Kashiba because of the great reviews we had been seeing. They were right. It was a wonderful dinner. We chose the omakase experience at our table (rather than the chef counter). It was 7 courses. The waiter told another table that there were 15 pieces (all the courses except one had multiple items). But our count was more like 22. The 15 may have been just nigiri. It was really delicious sushi and and genuinely memorable experience. I am very happy the we did it.

It is a tiny cosy place, well decorated and where you feel disconnected from stressful life. The menu is simply astonishing. You get few plates, one after the other, with sushi’s. It is very delicate, using best fishes. It simply melts in your mouth. You can get plenty of explanation about the fish and how it is cooked. Simply a marvelous evening

Many rave about the sushi here. I would say it is very good with extremely fresh fish and rich delicately seasoned. I had two varieties of Nigiri rolls including the spiced tuna. The highlight was a chaw an mushi made with a steamed egg custard mixed with shrimp and white fish in a savory broth. This is an extremely subtle and savory broth which intensifies in flavor as the liquid becomes depleted. As some reviewers have stated, this is not the ultimate sushi as it lacks the artistry and intense flavors of the very best but it certainly stands on its own.

Sihiro knows sushi. As the the father of sushi in Seattle, Shiro’s restaurant Sushi Kashiba share’s the genuine experience with Seattleites and its visitors. Enjoying the finest sushi is not only about fresh fish… it is about all of the little details which ensure the perfect sushi dining experience. It begins with service. Not only was our waiter highly detailed knowledge about the fish Kashiba serves, there was an army of other staff present at a moment’s notice to assist you with more water, hot tea, spilled soy sauce (my elderly mom had an accident… more on her shoulders need later 😉), and removing dishes when you’re really done. A sushi chef came out to our table to present what each nigiri was and our waitress would always swing by our table soon after to check if we had any additional questions or needs. And we had plenty more need for additional nigiri. Like the amazing fresh medai they featured that evening. It was so juicy and sweet. Of course, they had my main sushi staples, Chu-toro (buttery smooth), O-toro, sawara, kanpachi, and one of my new favorites, Kama-toro. I will have to forgive their not having one of my other favorites, Kamasu, since it is seasonal. Not only was the nigiri prepared with the perfect amount of rice (very small balls), each piece was seasoned perfectly so no soy sauce required… unless you are like my mom and add shoyu to everything. 😝 And I almost forgot to recommend the non-sushi dish we had, Kashiba glazed black cod, marinated in miso & saké. My mouth is still watering. Seattleites and its visitors have the perfect opportunity to experience, not just eat sushi as Sushi Kashiba.

Good sushi place in Seattle. The oysters were very fresh and delicious as was the sushi. Would go back!

If you want a true Japanese sushi experience, Sushi is the only place, try to sit at the sushi bar and let the chefs do the selecting.

Wow, what a great sushi experience!! Came here with my wife on recommendation from friends. Strolled in at around 8pm on a Friday evening hoping to get seats at the sushi bar but there was a long wait. However, we lucked out by immediately being seated at the bar and glad we did. The man working the bar was awesome! Very knowledgeable and great attitude. As for the sushi itself, absolutely delicious!!! You come here for quality of the fish, not for ambiance...although the ambiance is fine just nothing spectacular. Was a pricey meal for Seattle standards but I'd say its worth it. We left very content and happy that we came!

This was truly a once in a lifetime experience as we celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary enjoying an Omakase meal (Chef's Choice) at the Sushi Bar prepared by none other than Shiro himself! Each piece was delicately prepared with various light flavors on each designed to compliment each piece of fish. Never needed a drop of Soy Sauce as the flavors were perfect! And I must say, the other guests sitting at tables and in front of other chefs at the Sushi Bar appeared to be enjoying their meals just as much as we were. As noted by other reviewers, this is expensive, but it's not just a meal. It's an experience and a culinary adventure! We truly felt like we were hosts on a Travel Channel show where we were given access to a world renowned chef making us a private dinner! Like Sushi? You'll LOVE Sushi Kashiba!

After seeing all the local fresh produce at Pikes Market I was keen to try some local fish. I noticed a bustling Sushi restaurant opposite the hotel I was staying at. I said I'd happily sit outside as it was a lovely evening. I went with the waitresses recommendation of "The Seattle" a set menu as was overwhelmed by the choices and really didn't know where to start. It was a great way to try a vast selection from the menu.Fabulous selection of wines & cocktails. Highly recommended, most definitely my favourite whilst visiting Seattle.

Every bite of the omakase (chef’s choice sushi dinner in courses) was perfect all the way from the soup to the egg “pudding.” Thought the food wouldn’t be enough, but I was wrong. Great bar service. We’ll be back!

Before, the best sushi restaurants in Seattle were Shiro in Belltown/downtown Seattle and Nishino in Madison park area/seattle. After visiting Shiro's new restaurant over at the pike place market (next to The Inn@The Market) - Sushi Kashiba, without question, the best sushi restaurant in Seattle that doesn't cost $500 or more.... I've travel for a living and have eaten sushi all over the world. Have visited all the sushi stalls at the Tsukiji Fish Market, and other than a few places around the world. Sushi Kashiba is the real deal. Not overly/outrageously overpriced - sushi still isn't cheap, but manageable. If you want the best sushi restaurant inSeattle, then head over to the pike place market and go to Shiro's new place "Sushi Kashiba"

Visiting from NY, I made sure to get a reservation for a table at Sushi Kashiba, but decided to try my luck at getting a seat at the sushi bar. The staff was friendly and even put out seats for us while we waited for them to take names for the sushi bar. The food was incredible and exceeded my expectations.

I'm no expert, but I've eaten here twice and they were the two best sushi meals I ever had - also the two most expensive. Pay your student loans off - then treat yourself! This place will make you go wow.

Just returned from dinner. Stuffy waiter who barely had time for us. Took a long time to take our order. The sushi was ok at best. Served in the strangest order. Rolls first and the expensive Nigiri at the end. I wouldn't recommend this place at all. Must be living off of a reputation earned in the past, but no longer warrented. As for honesty not here. I was brought my check to review and after reviewing it, handed over my credit card. When the waited came back for the signature, it was $20 more than I was originally shown. Be careful. Not the best and not the nicest. Very disappointed after all the build up.

Probably the best sushi I ever had. I imagine close to what one would get in Japan. Traitional: no such thing as cream cheese in your rolls. Just melting-in-your mouth fresh fish. Also more fish than rice for the nigiri. The service was superb. We never had to repeat a request. Your water glass always filled. What a treat.

Wonderfully fresh sushi. Dined here in Aug 2024 and had the chef’s omakase at the sushi bar. The highlight for me was the super incredibly tasty uni, and the live botan ebi. The geoduck was a unique offering that was also quite tasty. Believe the reviews when they say you have to line up at least 1 1/2 hours before the restaurant opens to get in on the first seating at the sushi bar. I was 4th in line by 3:45 (they open at 5)!

Four and a half-stars for the amazing meal at this establishment...unbelievably good and a must-do if you can get a seat at the sushi bar or a hard-to-come-by reservation in the dining room. While we weren't lucky enough to enjoy the omakase experience at the bar, I can write that the hot and cold a-la carte offerings were outstanding. Everything we ordered was excellent but some of our favorites included: the sashimi poke, the rex sole, the black cod and what might be one of my favorite dishes ever, the sauteed geoduck. Heck, even the tempura was flavorful and perfectly prepared. Sushi Kashiba is one of those rare 'can't miss when you're in town' places.

Do the Chefs Choice/Moriwase. This set menu is done with love and fantastic for your taste buds and your eyes.

Sushi Kashiba is located right near Pike’s Place and the water. It’s a small, fine dining restaurant with fancy services including employees who put up your coats. I recommend wearing business or formal clothes, but you could wear jeans if you wanted. My business colleague and I went in without a reservation at 5:20 PM on a Wednesday night. We ordered 4 sushi rolls (6/roll) and 8 single rolls of different types. The sushi fish was very fresh and I liked the variety of options. We received great service, but our waiter with brown hair and a mustache actually came by our table too often. He was going to take away our 1st plate with uneaten ginger and I had to ask if we could add it to our 2nd plate. He reached for the 2nd plate and took that one without allowing us to eat the ginger and asking if we were finished. He was too swift and I felt awkward at that point to ask for the ginger back. We were drinking and talking for fifteen minutes after our plates were taken but kept being asked if we needed anything and we felt like maybe there was a reservation after us. We decided to leave to avoid continually being asked.

If you want to sit at the sushi bar, get there early and try to make the first or second sitting for the omakase dinner. We reserved a table and ordered a set course and we were delighted with the quality of the sushi and the service was great. We will definitely go back 👍

We were there for our anniversary dinner, first time in Seattle. Immediately, we felt welcomed and spoiled. Brandon was amazing, explaining everything in detail with professionalism and humor. The Omakase chef's selection was off the charts, (this is how sushi should be) and 5 ☆. We tried new things that made our palate sing. Thank you to the chefs, waiters and everyone there that made our experience and anniversary special.

As expected, good sushi, good food, good service etc. etc etc. if you like Japanese food and you are is Seattle you need to try this place. Pricy but worth it.

There are a ton of sushi places to choose from, and I'm sure you won't go wrong with many of them. I was looking for a place that was a little more upscale as it was a business dinner - and Sushi Kashiba fit the bill nicely. It is very well done, service was just attentive enough without being overbearing, sushi was fantastic. Recommend.

Full marks for specialty sushi choices and quality (freshness). If you are looking to eat sushi rolls, go somewhere else. Their choices of rolls are very limited. Serving staff was exceptional. Reception staff were poorly organized.

More of a fine dining sushi option than Tsukushinbo but just as delicious. Cool setting down by Pike Place Market with top notch fish. The service was tremendous and before we left he made sure we tried his favorite nigiri. Highly recommend.

We were referred to this by the folks at Inn at the Market. Had a bit of a wait but not excessive. The food was very very good and our waitress was friendly and accommodating. Sushi is typically either good / very good or just not good. Hard to be above the average but this place is. The sweet shrimp and fried head was awesome. The presentation was excellent! I would return for sure!

Everything about this experience was 5-stars. We made a reservation, were treated kindly and efficiently, and loved everything about it. Get the geoduck entree - it was so good we ordered a second one!

One of the best sushi experiences I have ever had. This is an expensive place but the meal as totally worth the price. They open for diner at 5 pm and the line of people waiting started at 4:30pm...

While the presentation was lovely the quality of the fish was mediocre, which given the prices is completely unacceptable. And the service was not at all good: they didn’t have the wine we selected from the menu and substituted a more expensive one. They then arbitrarily put a 20% service charge (in lieu of a tip) although we were a party of 2. The tip covered the cost of the wine as well as the food, which given the markup on wine is not standard. So we ended up spending $600+ for sushi less delicious than what we get at our local HMart supermarket. My wife refused to finish her meal. Horrid. Very very disappointing. This place’s review is pure hype.

The fish was excellent but really overpriced. It is rare that I'm still hungry after spending $430 for two. Perhaps the ridiculously overpriced $95 half bottle of average sake (promoted by the waiter over good sakes at less than half the price) and the 20% automatic service charge contributed but couldn't help feeling that these folks thought they were doing me a favor serving me rather than the other way around. Small portions, big prices, few choices, and quickly cleared tables ensure that I won't return anytime soon.

Most of the fish was very, very fresh and delicious. I wish that I could remember the one fish that was merely okay (maybe the toro?). The rice was not too sweet or too vinegary and held together perfectly. Service was gracious and professional, although our server's Japanese pronunciation was kind of iffy, surprising in a sushi restaurant of this caliber. I loved the miso soup, which is a lot harder to get right than one would think. The ambience is low key and pleasant. Kashiba is a very good sushi restaurant for the mainland U.S.

Busy restaurant with good atmosphere, but loud but friendly with excellent sushi and sashimi and raw fish.If you like sushi must visit.

Words can do no justice to the rapture I was so privileged to enjoy at the sushi bar. The Omakase is exquisite. I’ve never been to Japan but am moved by sushi. I don’t know how this can be surpassed. Go. Have your soul kissed by what they do with the freshest sushi I’ve experienced in North America. Thank you. I believe my chef was Taichi. I am so grateful and hope others have the same opportunity for hours of bliss. I tried to not take photos to be fully within the moment but snuck a few at the end of my favorite dining experience ever. ❤️ Thank you.

Of course, when ordering raw fish, quality is of the most importance, and I have found after repetitive visits, that Kashiba really provides it. It's very good food, a little pricey for the dishes, but worth it for the quality.

Just GO. This was the highlight of our time in Seattle. In addition, it was our favorite dining experience on a 30-day anniversary trip! We did not have reservations, but were lucky enough to snag seats at the bar and Anthony was absolutely stellar! Not only was he an amazing bartender, but he took a lot of time to explain what we were eating and to suggest cocktails and wine to pair with our food. He was patient, funny, and so very kind to us. We went back two days later and he had a LIST of suggestions for us based on what we liked 2 days before! Excellence in both service and food is difficult to find, but Sushi Kashiba has it ALL!

Always a great dining experience at Sushi Kashiba! Staff is courteous, professional, and knowledgeable; as much a part of the dining experience as the superb fare. This restaurant is at the very top of our list. Never a disappointment!

Some time ago I visited Sushi Kashiba and, as an old Shiro’s fan, was not impressed. Seemed too big and impersonal. This time — no complaints! The sushi was excellent. Both the set menus and the omakase were terrific. Service was the best, informed, friendly and unobtrusive. Only suggestion would be more sake options in the $50 - $75 range. Otakuyama is a favorite; more options would be nice before hitting the nosebleed section. That said, overall, a wonderful meal. Shiro-sama, gochisoo deshita!

From the time we were greeted for our reservation until we left this place offered a heaping dose of hospitality. We had to wait a couple of minutes past when our reservation was and they offered a complimentary cocktail. Our server was clearly psyched when we ordered omekase (which you should do. Really, you should). The pace of the meal was great, you had long enough to savor each course (of which there were 6 or 7, I lost count due to my mind being blown), but not so long you were waiting. The cocktail and sake offerings are delicious. The location is great, tucked back from the Pike Place Market on the alley. The scallop nigiri they served us literally blew my mind. It was easily one of the best single pieces of food that I've ever had in my entire life, if not the best. If you want to blow some coin on a kickass sushi experience, do it here.

Wow, this place is fantastic. Traditional Japanese sushi at its finest with excellent service. Pricey but worth every penny.

We have eaten here a few times now. The Omakase or Peak menus are both great and give a broad sampling of the chef’s talent and what is most fresh that day. The servers are very attentive and helpful as well. For our anniversary they even brought us an additional course of sweet grilled anago eel; delicious.

Excellent in every way. The service, staff and gorgeous delicious food including fresh fresh fish, tofu, oysters, poke, sunomono, tomago — all we’re so wonderful.

Second time in Seattle and really looking forward to a great sushi dinner at one of the top rated sushi restaurants. Last time we went to Japponesa, but figured we should try Kashiba this time. Menu was very confusing, and the waiter was not able to explain it properly to us. My girlfriend ended up with the sashimi omakase, and 2 glasses of wine, while i had some rolls and sashimi with a beer. They managed to serve my rolls 25 minutes after my sashimi...The food was good, but not even close to Japponesa, way below my expectations. To top it of, the bill ended on USD 350, 20 % service fee compulsory. Needless to say they have become used to the fixed high service fee, hence no point to work hard.Would not recommend anyone to go to this restaurant while in Seattle, there are too many great restaurants here to waste it on this one.

This was a very nice sushi restaurant...good service, nice selection, and well prepared. The place was small but very clean and the service was great.

Unfortunately, sushi spots get better with hype and worse when it gets slow. It’s all about the turn of fresh fish. The quality of fish has gotten better from a few years ago because of the hype added to. The sushi chefs are just fair nothing special. The creativity is limited since all pieces and flavors are set. Can be a good thing but doesn’t let good chefs be creative. Will return when I’m in town. The price point is a little higher than I would expect from a place like this.

Had dinner here during our impromptu trip to Seattle during Thanksgiving 2018. My uncle and cousin loved this place as they dined here several times, and highly recommended the place as a must visit. It did not disappoint as the entire experience was excellent. We ordered 2 omakase which was chef's choice sushi dinner served with special appetizer, salad, miso soup, and egg finale. We also ordered a la carte items of ankimo (monkfish liver), crab roll, chawan mushi (steamed egg custard), tempura, and sauteed geoduck. All the sushi pieces were super fresh and pre-sauced as usual in Japan. Since the sea urchin that came with the omakase was delicious, we ordered 2 more, which we also did the same with the toro hand roll and eel. Service was impeccable with friendly and efficient staff. Continuous hot tea as empty cup was promptly removed and replaced with a fresh one. Overall, it was an excellent meal with excellent service. The omakase we had was $110 per person, and it was worth every penny because of the quality of the ingredients. The omakase had 15 pieces and one hand roll, and for the price paid, it was a great deal. Will definitely be back whenever we visit Seattle. (Please note that 20% service charge will be included in the bill.)

The line outside was forming 90 minutes before the restaurant opened so we assumed we would never get a table. We walked in on Sunday at 6pm and very nice young lady at the door told us we could wait until 8:30 for the dining room, or put our name in for bar seating, which serves the exact same menu as the dining room. We opted to do that and left for 30 minutes to have a cocktail across the street. When we came back our seats at the bar were ready. First I must comment on the bartender (I wish I could remember his name, but alas, too many glasses of wine). He was very helpful with recommending his favorite choices and telling us about each one. He was so friendly and funny, we really enjoyed him and appreciated his great service! The spicy tuna was my favorite. The miso soup was outstanding. We tried a variation of items on the menu, each one was spectacular. Great place, highly recommend bar seating if you are unable to get a table. We plan to go back the next time we are in Seattle.

The best lean tuna my husband and I have ever ordered. The fish was all so fresh and perfectly dressed. I can’t decide what my favorite piece was.

I’ll start of by saying that the restaurant itself was very nice and the staff was extremely good (well worth the mandatory 20% tip) but that’s pretty much it. We ordered the omakase and paid MP for it and it was good but not a good value at all. There wasn’t much redeeming qualities about the sushi. I wouldn’t mind paying what we paid if it tasted out of this world but I’ve had better sushi for 13 dollars, and this is coming from someone who eats sushi regularly. The price to quality ratio is simply unacceptable. If I were you, I’d probably not go here and if you do want to go here just stay away from the omakase if you have any concerns about your finances.

We are more about Sashimi so skipped their sushi bar seating package. Ordered the sashimi patter several nigiri sushi’s and a few tempura cooked dishes. Food was fresh Jordan our waiter was great at suggesting different entree dishes and we left happy.

I don't think it would be possible to get a bad meal at this restaurant. The chef de cuisine is on top of his game, with fine ingredients and highly accomplished preparation of a somewhat limited menu. The table service is excellent as well. The restaurant itself, however, is a bit of a disappointment in that it is crowded and noisy, i.e., no intimate conversations or lingering. Although there are windows, they face a building across the alley. The serving pace is reasonable, but apparently designed to turn tables. The price, even for high-end Japanese food, is unusually high. My humble suggestion is to hire a cab/Lyft and find a place away from Tourist Central.

Delicious sushi. Top quality and right in the famous & historic Pike Place Market. Highly recommend for extra fine dining.

We live in Vancouver, BC were we have some great sushi restaurants. We had been to Shiros a number of times on our visits to Seattle so when we learnt a new one had been opened we had high expectations. So much so I didn't check TripAdvisor for reviews - should have. I called for a reservation and got one straight away which was great however that was the best part of the whole experience. We got to the restaurant early and were seated shortly after our arrival. There was a host and hostess at front of the restaurant and the hostess did not look like she wanted to see people that night so a bit off putting. We noted the menu had set menus on it with most of the items being nigiri. We are big sashimi fans so asked if we could do sashimi. Our waitress recommended the sashimi platter and we thought about it however she kept saying it was the best and that if there were things we didn't like they would ensure they were added. So we decided to do it. The food was okay however we have had far better. We then ordered four pieces of nigiri - when they arrived the presentation wasn't great. It was a small piece of fish that looked like it had been slapped on a very very small piece of rice. This was all the food we had along with a bottle of cold saki and the bill was well over $400US for the two of us. Added to the bill was an automatic 20% gratuity. Average service, very overpriced for what you got and definitely did not live up to our expectations. In fact we are put off sushi for a while.

To mark a very special occasion, I took my family to Sushi Kashiba. We elected the Omakase dining experience, which means you sit at the sushi bar and the chef regales you with a cooking performance that includes smooth knife skills, shaping of the rice and blow torch performances. The chef also talks to you about what you're eating (what part of the fish, the fish provenance, etc.) and gives you tips. The chef is very focused on producing a great meal for you, but is also available for conversation so it feels like an intimate experience that can be a journey onto itself. As someone who doesn't typically appreciate the art of cooking, I was a bit reluctant to invest my time and treasure this way. (And it is quite a bit more expensive than a la carte dining at a table.) But after having the pleasure of this omakase experience, and the good fortune of being assigned Chef Shiro Kashiba himself, I am sold on the approach. Chef Kashiba is a legend in the world of Sushi. He came to Seattle 50 years ago after training with Jiro Ono on the edo-mae style. When I asked him why he came, he said that he wanted to share his gift with another culture, and he knew that the Seattle seafood landscape would give him a lot to work with. 50 years on, he has started three very successful restaurants, has earned the James Beard award three times, and in 2019 was selected by the Government of Japan as Goodwill Ambassador for Japanese Cuisine. If you are interested in having an omakase dining experience at Sushi Kashiba, you won't be able to make reservations. Given the high demand, I recommend you line up at least 2.5 hours before they open for their first seating. They have two seating times (5 and 7 pm) and limited seating for each. We lined up three hours before and were the first in line. But very soon after we arrived, people started arriving, including people who traveled to Seattle expressly for this dining experience. We brought our own camping chair to make the wait more bearable. They seem to be used to this and were able to put it away while we dined. Well worth the wait. Finally, don't be deterred if you have a specific allergy. One member of my party is allergic to shellfish and Chef Kashiba was very accommodating and gracious about it.

Visited Sushi Kashiba in downtown Seattle for dinner in September 2021. Although made a reservation and requested sushi bar, the restaurant contacted us and informed the reservation was for a table. Sushi bar is first-come first-served, and people start to form line around 2 PM for 5: 30 PM seats, since currently only 8 seats are available at sushi bar. Despite our slight disappointment, we enjoyed the omakase sushi dinner at our table. It was 7 or 8 courses and started with some appetizers. Good volume and we were full by the end of the dinner. Good food, good service, and good atmosphere. One of, if not, the best sushi restaurants in Seattle currently operating for dine in.