Not gonna try to be a food critic here because if you know the greater Seattle area, you know we don’t have good, quality, authentic shabu. Service was fantastic, atmosphere was clean and understated, appetizers (karaage and tuna on crispy rice) were excellent. Both shabu and sukiyaki were authentic, high quality ingredients, and came with clear and abundant options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
최윤진
The sukiyaki is a little salty, but it is clean and friendly, unique to the Japanese.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Xueman Mu
salmon is not fresh，taste
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Gabby McDaniel
Delicious warming winter dinner!5/5 food - we both got hot pot and it was delicious. i think the broth you pick doesnt matter that much, i got spicy miso and it wasnt too spicy. that sauce though… the soy dipping sauce rocked my world.my partner got the sukiyaki, which is basically like the hot pot i got but they put all the fixings in the pot, versus shabu shabu you add them yourself. also his had eggs involved.5/5 service5/5 atmosphere - super cute authentic japanese vibes, bamboo & tatami all around. most people in the restaurant were speaking japanese.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shabu Shabu Uncooked, Hot Pot, Sukiyaki
Hyunseok Gil
This restaurant might just be the only traditional Japanese hotpot spot around. The experience begins with a delightful basic broth, rich in flavor and perfectly seasoned. The standout, however, is the freshness of the beef and vegetables, which are not only of excellent quality but also served in generous portions, offering great value for the price. The interior adds to the experience, boasting a spacious and comfortable setting that invites relaxation and enjoyment. While the ponzu sauce, typically a personal favorite of mine, didn't quite hit the mark this time, it was a minor aspect in an otherwise splendid dining experience. Definitely worth a visit for anyone craving authentic Japanese hotpot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Federico Gonzalez
We would have tried to enjoy this place, but our table was given away to two late parties, forcing us to wait an extra 20 minutes. Terrible service.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chun-Hao Chang
We ordered the traditional shabu shabu broth, but the broth itself is very plain and unflavored.My wife ordered Sukiyaki broth shabu shabu which is better but nothing stands out.The beef rib eye has no fat in it which tastes pretty plain as well.The fried tonkatsu is too dried for our taste.Will not come back.Service is ok and atomosphere is good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
shwetha chandrashekar
5/5 for the service and 5/5 for the atmosphere. Was very patient in explaining the menu and accommodating our requests.The restaurant looks so authentic and traditional. There’s plenty of parking outside.I eat chicken and wasn’t able to find too many dishes on the menu to choose from. That aside I ordered curry udon noodles which comes with shrimp but they substituted it with crispy chicken. Both were decent for a winter dinner. Another order was the vegetarian hot pot. A unique experience truly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Pot
Mable Tang
Food was very good quality and tasty. Took a while to get our food and servers were always busy. We had a variety of appetizers, 3 Shabu Shabu pots and 1 pork tonkatsu set dinner and it was more than enough to feed 6 people.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Chi
Highly recommended!! My wife and I first visited this place a couple of weeks ago and loved it so much we brought my mom here shortly after. Both times we received the same high quality dining experience of fresh ingredients, friendly and attentive service, and left both times with very full and happy bellies. Most importantly, my mom thought it was excellent.We splurged and got her an order of the A5 Japanese Wagyu, knowing we’d be sneaking some off her plate. No regrets. It’s so tender it melts in your mouth. We also got the Australian Wagyu and it was amazing too, but there is a difference. The Japanese one is not something we can afford to order every time but was worth trying and plan to get it on special occasions. The house made ponzu and sesame sauces were also on point.For broths, I got traditional dashi the first time, and spicy miso the second. They were different, but both were delicious. The flavor for each kept building and becoming more distinct as I added the veggies, mushrooms, tofu, and beef. (Tip: if you have any leftover broth take it home as it’s even tastier the next day. We added dumplings to ours and got a delicious second meal out of it ?As far as appetizers we’ve only had the spicy tuna appetizer and it hit both times. The warm and crispy rice mixes well with the flavor and creamy texture of the spicy tuna. I’ve been craving it non-stop.Overall, we can tell a lot of thought went into this restaurant: from the freshness of the ingredients to the cleanliness of the inviting space including simple but appropriate decor, to the menu with a delicate wooden cover.We got there as they opened at 5pm on a Wednesday and it quickly filled up. The atmosphere was lively with families of all ages and most seemed like regulars. We were impressed with how efficient the two servers were with most of the tables filled, which included a couple of big parties. We will be bringing friends and family here many times in the future and are looking forward to eventually trying the rest of their menu. Well done ?
quite fresh and tasty, nothing to complain about but nothing to blow my mind out of the water. simple menu and clean
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Thomas Zhang
Ordered spicy miso shabu shabu with beef, Australian wagyu, pork belly, shibuyaki shabu shabu with beef, and kids set. I loved this place but my wife hated it. It's very light on flavors so if you want something for a rainy or sick day this is perfect. The 2 sauces they give you (one sour and one sesame) were both fantastic. Definitely not something I can eat often but today it hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Thomas Z.
Ordered spicy miso shabu shabu with beef, Australian wagyu, pork belly, shibuyaki shabu shabu with beef, and kids set. I loved this place but my wife hated it. It's very light on flavors so if you want something for a rainy or sick day this is perfect. The 2 sauces they give you (one sour and one sesame) were both fantastic. Definitely not something I can eat often but today it hit the spot.
Vincent A.
What a great gem! If you haven't tried Shabu Shabu then this is the place to try for your 1st time or if you love Shabu Shabu this is a great place. Both Jin and Renee where excellent servers and very knowledgeable about their product and food choices. The US Choice rib eye was my personal favorite. I am looking forward to my next work trip to Seattle to come back here.
Frank L.
Able to stop by for a quick lunch today. I wanted something hot, healthy, and delicious on this kinda gloomy Friday.Strategically chose a non prime hour of 1245pm and thankfully it was not busy. Got seated right away at the bar and ordered the Crispy Rice Tuna roll and Shabu Shabu original Daishi taste Australian Wagyu.The Crispy Rice Tuna was different, had a nice crunch to it, not spicy at all and I would have liked more kick to it. The Tuna itself was not bad, good amount, but not really a wow factor. Give a 3 out of 5. Enjoyed it though.The Shabu Shabu itself and the Aussie Wagyu was delicious. Each singular piece I enjoyed slowly and gleefully. The broth was nice and gentle, subtle and clean, healthy along with the veggies and noodles that came with it. I love Shabu Shabu for its simplicity with a focus on high quality ingredients. Japanese food is my #2 favorite cuisine and Shabu Shabu has a lot to do with it. Japanese philosophy of food I much agree with and it shows here.
Not gonna try to be a food critic here because if you know the greater Seattle area, you know we don’t have good, quality, authentic shabu. Service was fantastic, atmosphere was clean and understated, appetizers (karaage and tuna on crispy rice) were excellent. Both shabu and sukiyaki were authentic, high quality ingredients, and came with clear and abundant options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The sukiyaki is a little salty, but it is clean and friendly, unique to the Japanese.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
salmon is not fresh，taste
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Delicious warming winter dinner!5/5 food - we both got hot pot and it was delicious. i think the broth you pick doesnt matter that much, i got spicy miso and it wasnt too spicy. that sauce though… the soy dipping sauce rocked my world.my partner got the sukiyaki, which is basically like the hot pot i got but they put all the fixings in the pot, versus shabu shabu you add them yourself. also his had eggs involved.5/5 service5/5 atmosphere - super cute authentic japanese vibes, bamboo & tatami all around. most people in the restaurant were speaking japanese.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shabu Shabu Uncooked, Hot Pot, Sukiyaki
This restaurant might just be the only traditional Japanese hotpot spot around. The experience begins with a delightful basic broth, rich in flavor and perfectly seasoned. The standout, however, is the freshness of the beef and vegetables, which are not only of excellent quality but also served in generous portions, offering great value for the price. The interior adds to the experience, boasting a spacious and comfortable setting that invites relaxation and enjoyment. While the ponzu sauce, typically a personal favorite of mine, didn't quite hit the mark this time, it was a minor aspect in an otherwise splendid dining experience. Definitely worth a visit for anyone craving authentic Japanese hotpot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We would have tried to enjoy this place, but our table was given away to two late parties, forcing us to wait an extra 20 minutes. Terrible service.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We ordered the traditional shabu shabu broth, but the broth itself is very plain and unflavored.My wife ordered Sukiyaki broth shabu shabu which is better but nothing stands out.The beef rib eye has no fat in it which tastes pretty plain as well.The fried tonkatsu is too dried for our taste.Will not come back.Service is ok and atomosphere is good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
5/5 for the service and 5/5 for the atmosphere. Was very patient in explaining the menu and accommodating our requests.The restaurant looks so authentic and traditional. There’s plenty of parking outside.I eat chicken and wasn’t able to find too many dishes on the menu to choose from. That aside I ordered curry udon noodles which comes with shrimp but they substituted it with crispy chicken. Both were decent for a winter dinner. Another order was the vegetarian hot pot. A unique experience truly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Pot
Food was very good quality and tasty. Took a while to get our food and servers were always busy. We had a variety of appetizers, 3 Shabu Shabu pots and 1 pork tonkatsu set dinner and it was more than enough to feed 6 people.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Highly recommended!! My wife and I first visited this place a couple of weeks ago and loved it so much we brought my mom here shortly after. Both times we received the same high quality dining experience of fresh ingredients, friendly and attentive service, and left both times with very full and happy bellies. Most importantly, my mom thought it was excellent.We splurged and got her an order of the A5 Japanese Wagyu, knowing we’d be sneaking some off her plate. No regrets. It’s so tender it melts in your mouth. We also got the Australian Wagyu and it was amazing too, but there is a difference. The Japanese one is not something we can afford to order every time but was worth trying and plan to get it on special occasions. The house made ponzu and sesame sauces were also on point.For broths, I got traditional dashi the first time, and spicy miso the second. They were different, but both were delicious. The flavor for each kept building and becoming more distinct as I added the veggies, mushrooms, tofu, and beef. (Tip: if you have any leftover broth take it home as it’s even tastier the next day. We added dumplings to ours and got a delicious second meal out of it ?As far as appetizers we’ve only had the spicy tuna appetizer and it hit both times. The warm and crispy rice mixes well with the flavor and creamy texture of the spicy tuna. I’ve been craving it non-stop.Overall, we can tell a lot of thought went into this restaurant: from the freshness of the ingredients to the cleanliness of the inviting space including simple but appropriate decor, to the menu with a delicate wooden cover.We got there as they opened at 5pm on a Wednesday and it quickly filled up. The atmosphere was lively with families of all ages and most seemed like regulars. We were impressed with how efficient the two servers were with most of the tables filled, which included a couple of big parties. We will be bringing friends and family here many times in the future and are looking forward to eventually trying the rest of their menu. Well done ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shabu Shabu Uncooked, Crispy Rice, Sauce, Spicy Miso Soup
Restaurantji Recommends
quite fresh and tasty, nothing to complain about but nothing to blow my mind out of the water. simple menu and clean
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ordered spicy miso shabu shabu with beef, Australian wagyu, pork belly, shibuyaki shabu shabu with beef, and kids set. I loved this place but my wife hated it. It's very light on flavors so if you want something for a rainy or sick day this is perfect. The 2 sauces they give you (one sour and one sesame) were both fantastic. Definitely not something I can eat often but today it hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ordered spicy miso shabu shabu with beef, Australian wagyu, pork belly, shibuyaki shabu shabu with beef, and kids set. I loved this place but my wife hated it. It's very light on flavors so if you want something for a rainy or sick day this is perfect. The 2 sauces they give you (one sour and one sesame) were both fantastic. Definitely not something I can eat often but today it hit the spot.
What a great gem! If you haven't tried Shabu Shabu then this is the place to try for your 1st time or if you love Shabu Shabu this is a great place. Both Jin and Renee where excellent servers and very knowledgeable about their product and food choices. The US Choice rib eye was my personal favorite. I am looking forward to my next work trip to Seattle to come back here.
Able to stop by for a quick lunch today. I wanted something hot, healthy, and delicious on this kinda gloomy Friday.Strategically chose a non prime hour of 1245pm and thankfully it was not busy. Got seated right away at the bar and ordered the Crispy Rice Tuna roll and Shabu Shabu original Daishi taste Australian Wagyu.The Crispy Rice Tuna was different, had a nice crunch to it, not spicy at all and I would have liked more kick to it. The Tuna itself was not bad, good amount, but not really a wow factor. Give a 3 out of 5. Enjoyed it though.The Shabu Shabu itself and the Aussie Wagyu was delicious. Each singular piece I enjoyed slowly and gleefully. The broth was nice and gentle, subtle and clean, healthy along with the veggies and noodles that came with it. I love Shabu Shabu for its simplicity with a focus on high quality ingredients. Japanese food is my #2 favorite cuisine and Shabu Shabu has a lot to do with it. Japanese philosophy of food I much agree with and it shows here.