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Wasabi Bistro

2311 2nd Ave Seattle, WA (206) 441-6044  reserve online
Website: http://www.wasabibistro.biz

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Wasabi Bistro is a Japanese, Sushi, and Bistro restaurant where most Menuism users came for a business meeting, paid between $10 and $25, and tipped between 15% to 18%.

People describe this restaurant as Japanese, Belltown, Sushi, Bistro, OpenTable, Casual Elegant, Pike Place Market, Happyhour, Fusion, and Reservations [ tag it ]

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3.9 avg. based on 14 ratings & 7 reviews

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In modern Japanese-fusion style, this hip bistro thrills with amazingly fresh sushi and tantalizing rolls that are raved about throughout the city. Wasabi bistro is consistently rated among the best by both local and national rating organizations. Non sushi eaters also frequent this see-and-be seen hot spot because of the eclectic appetizers and entrees along with the energetic ambiance filled with beautiful people.

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7 reviews

Award_star_gold First reviewed by:  jetleigh
Jan 28, 2008 Link

Really good for late night sushi cravings,...

Really good for late night sushi cravings, edamame beans galor, tasty sushi roll selections and friendly service.

Happy Hours happen between M-TH between 4-6 or 11-1am and can get pretty crowded on the weekends.

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Jul 24, 2007 Link

So over rated that it could only last in Belltown. I'm al...

So over rated that it could only last in Belltown. I’m all for “trendy” restaurants, but this really isn’t one of them.

The decor is mediocre, the sushi is so blah that it could be in the deli aisle at the grocery store..and not a good one at that. The service is mediocre, the drinks are mediocre…to put it simply this restaurant screams mediocrity…I’m not sure why it does well other than it’s in belltown..

There’s much better sushi in this town..and trendier restaurants.

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Jun 30, 2007 Link

The specialty rolls are interesting, yummy, and huge! Sti...

The specialty rolls are interesting, yummy, and huge! Still have yet to try their Nigiri or Sashimi (which is the REAL test for me!). I was a bit disappointed to see several rolls that included cream cheese, but I guess this place’s claim to fame is not “authentic” :). Gen Mai Cha and edamame are served by default which was very cool, but the extremely creepy waiter detracted from my experience. Overall, the food was very good, and I’d definitely go back!

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Jun 25, 2007 Link

I've been coming here since it probably opened. I must e...

I’ve been coming here since it probably opened. I must explain, I do not eat sushi though I love to frequent Japanese restaurants. The kabocha dumplings with mushroom and sweet soy will always be high on my list of favorites here, as well as the vegetable tempura. Both of these have remained on the menu though the menu changes time to time.

Dessert has NEVER been disappointing. Everything is great though i prefer the chocolate molten cake. Most rave about the green tea tiramisu though.

The restaurant itself has an awesome ambience. The bathroom plays the BEST reggaeton in town! The manager has never disappointed, checking on all tables making sure you are satisified.

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Jun 25, 2007 Link

Best 'trendy' sushi in town

Wasabi Bistro is hands down the best place for ‘trendy’ sushi, which is in a category of it’s own against traditional sushi. For that, I would go to either Ototo on the top of Queen anne hill or even to Shiro’s.

Many people compare this place to Shiro’s but I don’t even know why they’d do that. the atmosphere and menus are completely at odds with each other. Wasabi Bistro has the typical belltown atmosphere—beautiful food and (sometimes) beautiful people :)

They have a good mix of hot food and sushi, but the hot food is unremarkable. Stick to sushi and you’re golden. Their happy hour is a good deal with lots of items at great prices and smaller portions allowing you to try more of their menu.

What I ate:
  • *****

    I would have NEVER thought fruit in sushi would taste good, but this blew my socks off. Try it now!

Extras:
I came here for
fun with friends
My meal cost
between $25 and $50
I tipped
between 15% to 18%
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Nov 16, 2006 Link

Quality nigiri

Very fresh fish that is (at least at lunchtime) on par with Saito’s and Shiro’s. The lunch bentos and combos are fair values. At dinner, check out Umi Sake House around the corner. Unobtrusive service.

What I ate:
  • ****

    Usually with teriyaki salmon and the (3 pc) chef’s choice nigiri.

  • ****

    My favorite of their rolls, though admittedly I probably wouldn’t order it on my own dime.

Extras:
I came here for
a business meeting
My meal cost
between $10 and $25
I tipped
between 15% to 18%
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Aug 10, 2006 Link

trendy, but fun with a good happy hour in Belltown

Again, most Belltown restaurants are where you want to go for trendy spots and nice atmosphere. This is one of those “bistro” places. Personally, I only really like going here for their happy hour, which is quite good. They have a menu that’s between $2 and $6. Not many drinks on special during happy hour, so just go here for HH food. Their regular menu is a little pricey and I’d go somewhere else for dinner. Free edamame is a plus!

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