4. Restaurants

Miyabi Restaurant

16820 Southcenter Pkwy, Tukwila, WA, 98188
  • (206) 575-6815
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  • Ade C.

    Checking this place because of the reviews. We did not order edomae sushi since they are popular for their fusion-style sushi. We had the sounders, white tiger, eel & avocado maki. We also had chawanmushi and takoyaki. The service is good. Staff is very knowledgable and helpful with maki choices. The food is good, not exceptionally delicious because the sauces on these sushi were heavy and over-empowering to our taste. The Japanese Worcester sauce on the takoyaki was thick and covered each balls. The batter was made with a little too much water . The chawanmushi is perfect. All in all, it was a good dinner and we enjoyed the experience.

    (3)

  • Anthony N.

    I've been craving sushi for the past few days and was finally able to get some. I didn't really eat much today until about 3 so I was super hungry (ran errands and went for a run at Alki). My friend suggested Miyabi so we went. I got the blazing Godzilla, a super salmon roll and some sashimi. Both were just ok. Nothing really special about them. Not sure if I want to come back or not...

    (3)

  • JT B.

    Great bar and great people. The chefs are top of the line and friendly. I always do dinner here when in town twice a year!! A must do!!!

    (5)

  • M D.

    We went for dinner on Thursday night. It was busy but not busy as weekend nights. I don't know why but their service was so slow. One of the dish that we ordered was Tsukune but they brought chicken wings instead. The mistake was fine if they fix it right away but when I told them that the dish was not Tsukune, they emphasized that the chicken wings that they brought to our table were Tsukune... I am Japanese from Japan. Don't tell me that chicken wings are Tsukune!!! Ridiculous. I told them again and finally they took the wings away and brought us Tsukune. Also the owner lady kept talking with her "friend" customers and was sooooooo loud. We are very disappointed with them. Won't recommend Miyabi to anyone and never go back there again.

    (2)

  • Cindy H.

    I came here a few days ago with my boyfriend for lunch. I think the best thing to do for lunch hour is to get a reservation because it is a packed and popular place. My boyfriend and I both decided to go for bento boxes. It comes with a really yummy and light spaghetti salad and a normal salad. The miso soup is great and not too salty. Chicken Karaage was really moist but lacked flavor and the California rolls were basically regular California rolls. The bento boxes start off at $10.95 and then you can add thing for more money of course.

    (4)

  • Wendy W.

    Best sushi I've found in King County! Clean, great selection, and tastes great. Expect a wait this place gets busy.

    (5)

  • Jon B.

    This is my favorite Japanese restaurant in Seattle area. The food takes me back to Japan and believe me everything on the menu taste like the one they serve back there (except sushi). I love the tonkatsu, karaage, katsu curry, uni shot, katsudon, and everything else in their menu. I've been here 5x and the service is very consistent. You will not run out of green tea and water. Decorations are nice.. It is always different depending on the holiday. They also have a lot of Japanese diners and most of the staff speaks Japanese. The price and the wait will be worth it. There's only one thing missing in this place and it's RAMEN!! P.S. THEY HAVE JAPANESE TOILET. If you haven't used one, you will surely enjoy it. ;)

    (5)

  • Sarina P.

    Holy effing crap! I can't believe this place has good ratings. 1. We got seated in a corner because we had an infant with us (he was sleeping) 2. Waiter forgot we were even there 3. He forgot to put in our order at the kitchen and only the sushi came out. When we asked about the order 45 mins later, his response was..."ohhhh you wanted that?" I kid you not. That's exactly what he said to me. We told him yes we still wanted it because we are hungry. 15 mins later, it's still not out so I ask again...he forgot again!! At this point my husband got mad and said don't even bring it out at this point. As a "courtesy" he gave us one of their coupons where you get $20 worth of food for free..but he charged us $9 for it. Lol I kid you not, that actually happened. 4. Oh and the same waiter had a disagreement with another customer and the police were called. Yup. That happened. The plus side is they have an awesome women's bathroom with a really cool changing station for babies.

    (1)

  • Christiana A.

    The sushi hit the spot. Better than I expected since it's a restaurant by the mall. I had the mt rainier sushi roll which was filling on it's own. Didn't need much wasabi and ginger because there was so much flavor already. Husband had a bento box with teriyaki chicken and fried gyoza. We were satisfied with the meal and overall experience. Were seated right away. Service wasn't remarkable. The most unique thing that I feel like I have to mention is the bathroom... I have never sat on a heated toilet seat before or seen one with bidet options. Whoever designed this restaurants bathroom wanted it's patrons to be comfortable! Also, there's a nice changing table in there. Kid friendly spot. Will probably be back.

    (4)

  • Cindy C.

    Very good sushi place but the highlight was the green tea tiramisu. I came here on a rainy day in April and was quickly seated as soon as I walked through the door for dinner. The decor is a bit cramped or cozy, depending on how you see it. Tables by the wall are separated by fan-like partitions. I was there by myself and my close proximity to the people next to me put me in a great spot to eavesdrop (not going to complain). I started off with an order of oysters for an appetizer, the Mount Rainier Roll as my entree and the green tea tiramisu as my dessert. My appetizer and entree arrived at the same time (I hate it when that happens) but overall the sushi roll was okay and the oysters were good and fresh. The mountain rainier roll consisted mainly of a seared tuna that was also tempera fried. It lacked some kind of flavor or kick that would make it memorable. The oysters were very good and I liked the sauce that it came with, very unique. The green tea tiramisu is a must. Forget the tempera ice cream, bananas, mochi and ice cream, go for the green tea tiramisu. It was the first time I'd ever seem it and it most certainly won't be the last.

    (3)

  • Mike C.

    Great food, but hideous wait times for dinner. A 20-30 minute wait to get seated was reasonable, but taking 60 minutes to get our food after we placed the order was not so satisfying. Maybe they are understaffed? There were 3 other tables around me that waited 80-90 minutes before getting their food as well. We ordered a couple bento boxes for $18.95-$22.95, which was a fair price considering the quality and portion. Everything was tasty, though I'd consider the sashimi as below average. Still, it was very filling and overall a positive experience. The restrooms are a must-see. Got some authentic japanese things in there :)

    (4)

  • Jannae V.

    Love this place! I don't usually go often, it's kinda pricey, but the sushi there is super yummy! It's always a little crowded, which is telling of their quality for sure. I've never tried their mixed drinks before but last time I was there a few of my coworkers did and they really liked them. Would defiantly recommend to a friend and will for sure be going back :)

    (4)

  • Kinsey O.

    I have been an avid sushi lover for almost 25 years (trying places in many different states) and am pretty darn good at making it myself; however, this is the best sushi place I have been to, maybe ever. The menu is so extensive, offering twice as many options than I have at any other sushi spot, the atmosphere is comfortable and beautiful, and the service was exceptional. We were seated at the sushi bar with Haru, who was not only friendly and helpful but also capable of beautifully crafting each delicious sushi creation. I think the food was well worth the price, it's just outside of my price range for everyday meals though (as any nice sushi spot always is), but this is definitely a go-to for special occasions. I can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Jessica S.

    I would say they have the best sushi here in tukwila!! The service was nice and pleasant, but very rushed. Sushi wise it was a great experience and the oysters were very yummy as well, very flavorful. I would actually go back.

    (4)

  • Lauren M.

    If you like specialty sushi rolls this place has a great selection. We walked in to a crowded little waiting area after trying to fight with the curtains at the door. The host told us the wait was about 20 minutes (Saturday after Valentine's day) when we first got there but they took our cell phone number and we perused Half Priced Books next door so the wait seemed short. The restaurant smelled delicious. We were seated at a long table shared with other restaurant guests in the center of the restaurant but there are booths and also the sushi bar where you can sit as well. The table was pretty neat, made out of a tree stump with little details from the notches. My dad, husband and I shared 4 rolls and it was a lot of food. The Mt. Rainier roll is the tallest roll I have ever seen and The jumbo roll is definitely jumbo... Took a few bites per roll. They give you complimentary edamame (not a whole lot in my opinion), and we had to ask for our wasabi and ginger which I thought was strange. Usually I get that served with my sushi rolls but it was nowhere in sight. When we did receive the wasabi and ginger they were generous portions. The server was a little slow and it was a busy night but overall the experience was nice. I ordered a mojito and it was really good, they definitely make good drinks which is a plus! Do not be surprised when you use the restroom as there are about 8 buttons displaying different options for you with a heated toilet seat. The women's restroom includes a very comfy looking changing table with a blanket and a stuffed animal octopus for anyone who has a baby! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone :)

    (4)

  • Esther S.

    Atmosphere good. Service- not so good. We called an hour earlier to reserve table but they didn't have any reservation but they said they will put our names so that once we get here we don't have to wait in line. We get here we waited 30 min. We decided to sit down in the bar because it was taking too long. We wait another 30-40 min. My dad was getting irritated because his sake was getting cold. We finally get our food but....honestly I've had better. I felt neglected as a customer- granted they were busy but they kept seating other ppl who got there after us, and for the waiter to even give us a glass of water took forever. Not very impressed

    (2)

  • Lan H.

    I've been going to this place for years!!! I love everything on the menu, especially the salmon sunrise, sukiyaki, and uni shot. I cannot get enough of their food, and I always find myself craving their goods. It can get a little busy towards dinner time and the wait can be a little long, but it is SO worth the wait. Salivating at just the very thought of Miyabi. PS- BEST SUKIYAKI I'VE EVER HAD.

    (5)

  • Mikhail R.

    Good sushi. Can get a little over priced but everything here is great quality. Food is 4 stars but the service here is awesome. Which is why it's a 5 star review. It's great to see a small restaurant packed but running very smoothly.

    (5)

  • Cliff G.

    A friend brought me here and I was very impressed. I had several rolls, tempura, and miso soup! I really enjoyed all and will be back!!

    (4)

  • Mister E.

    I've had good and average experiences here. Luckily never a bad experience. In the south end this is probably the best bet in my opinion (I've tried all the sushi restaurants in the south end and most are average at best). The sushi is pretty fresh. The last time I went a couple of the fish's nigiri was a bit chewy. I have a lot of friends from the area who really like this place. All in all, its decent.

    (3)

  • Roger S.

    Pretty good, nothing special, was expecting a bit more from the Blazing Godzilla roll, bland, barely spicy. Very good service, lively vibe. Perhaps made a poor selection of food.

    (3)

  • Kristine H.

    Miyabi was exactly what we needed after we dropped off good friends at the airport when we realised that we hadn't eaten dinner and we were ravenous. We got a table easily and our server brought us water and menus quickly. For a starter, I ordered some tsukemono that came with two types of cucumber, radish, and gourd. My husband ordered the bento with beef yakiniku and tempura gyoza. He was quite pleased with it. I selected their Shabu-Shabu salad with mixed greens, steamed pork, and sesame dressing. Parking was easy. There were lots of empty spots and after we ate, we strolled around Half Price Books for a short while. I would definitely return to this place for a bento or some of their sushi, it looked delectable!

    (4)

  • Samantha G.

    I heard about this place after having dinner at its sister restaurant, Miaybi 45th. I noticed there were differences between the two. Unlike 45th, I found the vibe of this place a lot more relaxed, spacious and family friendly. The menus were also different: 45th was more of a gastropub while this location had more traditional Japanese dishes and sushi. They both do have their famous uni shooter but it is $2 cheaper at the Miyabi in Tukwila. Since I dined here during lent season, my BF and I stuck with fish. salmon kama shioyaki black cod shioyaki (special) spicy tuna roll rainbow roll dragon roll uni My favorites were the salmon shioyaki and uni, both which were very flavorful. The rainbow and dragon rolls were standard in taste but huge and filling. My least favorite items were the spicy tuna roll (which I'm not a fan of in general) and the black cod. The black cod was pretty disappointing and lacked the flavor I usually expect from it. If I ever am craving good sushi and in the area, I'd rather go here than Sushiland.

    (4)

  • Sandy K.

    First time dine here. I have heard from my co-worker before that their sushi is good quality and it's true. I ordered sockeye salmon nigiri it's 2 pieces per order $6.50. My bf hates sushi so he ordered the soft shell crab tempura which is really good but very tiny I am not sure if it's worth 10$ I search on review before going there and decided to try Blazing Godzilla which turn out so spicy but good. There are so many different items on menu not only have sushi but bento and other Japanese food too. The price s pretty high but I think it's worth the quality . It's a lil funny that I don't see any Japanese staff working there but American and when look at the sushi bar you will see two Mexican chef making sushi for you it's a lil odd that you can't find Asian worker in Asian restaurant. I hope they use some Japanese chef in the kitchen but the food s good any way so no complain about that I will come back to try more items next time when I can afford for their sushi

    (4)

  • Julie H.

    Delicious and fresh sushi.

    (4)

  • Flora C.

    I know what is good sushi and quality. The sushi came with wrinkle seaweed wrap and a finger imprints. That is a sign of management and craftmenship. Server is very friendly but don't expect fast. This japanese restsurant had been around for years. Under new design or management, it looked better but not taste any better. So, come and don't expect too much and you will be a happy camper. Down south, authentic and quality Japanese food culture continues to be a very weak link.

    (2)

  • Leta P.

    Friendly staff and great food. I go a few times per month. Love their lunch menu, although dinner has a wider selection. Literally everything I've had was good. I really like their bentos and udons. This is where I go for Japanese when I don't want to go downtown. Although, they will charge you 50 cents for a small little plate of hot sauce.

    (4)

  • Ann M.

    Just came here for lunch and I must say I was impressed by the bustling lunchtime business (although I wasn't shocked given how popular this place is on yelp). Despite the restaurant being busy, I got a seat at the bar right away (I was offered a table but since I was alone I opted for the bar). They have a big lunch menu with lots of different options, but I opted to keep it sime with the nigiri lunch which came w a nice bowl of miso and a very tiny salad. The nigiri lunch had 5 or 6 pieces of nigiri (tuna, shrimp, albacore, eel...and I've already forgotten the rest) and 4 pieces of California roll. While I would have preferred almost any other roll to the California, I didn't care enough to even ask if substitutions were possible. Given how busy the place was, I got my food in a reasonable amount of time and found the meal fresh & satisfying although I wasn't full... I definitely could have eaten more but I guess I was too lazy because when the sushi chef asked if I wanted more, I said just the check. Lunch with just water to drink was $15. I'd definitely consider coming back next time I'm in the area.

    (4)

  • Nancy C.

    Went in on a Friday night with a party of 13. Place was quite busy from what I saw. Long story short, hubby and I had a spider roll $13 (highly disappointed, genki special hand roll spider was better than this), rock 'n eel $9 (fairly decent), bento box only with katsu and beef $15.95 (beef was delicious and tender same goes for the katsu), baked oysters $7.50/3 pcs (EXTREMELY good, HIGHLY recommend) and a beer. All that totaled to $68 tax tip included. Here's the thing, the do not do multiple bills, they however are willing to run multiple credit cards as long as you tell them how much to put on the card. They also charge tax ON gratuity. This is the first I bunch of us have ever heard of such thing. I unfortunately did not hear the reasoning for it but apparently the first few words that came out of the waiter when we questioned it was "it is perfectly legal". Granted it was only ~$4 but it's the principal. Another thumbs down is that they will charge you $1/person if you bring your own cake.. So look at it like a "corking fee" but it's "caking fee". We would come back but I think our main focus would be the baked oysters.

    (3)

  • Travis P.

    I don't believe there is better food south of Bellevue that Miyabi. They have had the same wait staff for ten plus years, which I believe says a lot. They are very friendly and at ease with the menu and it's offerings The salmon teriyaki is out of this world, be sure to try it. The Bento boxes are a nice sampling and you can build your own bento from a large selection of entrees. I'm not usually a California roll fan but for some reason theirs are delicious! The only downside is that the secret seems to be out, there is usually a pretty good wait, especially on weekends. Oh...and be ready for the live accordion player. Seems weird at first but I usually end up enjoying it.

    (5)

  • Derek R.

    My wife and I made a last minute decision to have sushi after appliance shopping at Sears. There are a few sushi establishments in the area, and we chose Miyabi based on reviews (and because we weren't in the mood for conveyor-belt sushi). I was concerned we might have to wait to get seated, but happily there was plenty of room and we were seated immediately. We flipped through the menu and ordered a couple of basic rolls (Veggie and Salmon), and chose the Blazing Godzilla as our centerpiece. I also ordered some uni. The chef made a mistake and gave us unagi instead (which was delicious!), and the server was quick to fix the error and bring us some uni. So we got some free unagi, which was nice! The Blazing Godzilla was the bees knees. Right amount of heat, taste was spot on... man, I could have eaten at least one more entire roll myself. Will be ordering this every time we go back! Towards the end of our meal we had a brief discussion with our server about geoduck and not liking it the last time we tried it (at Shiro's). He was taken aback by our explanation of it tasting salty and foul. He brought us a small piece to try, assuring us we did not get good geoduck before. Much to my surprise, it was delicious! We ordered more geoduck on the spot, and a few minutes later the chef himself delivered it and had a nice conversation with us about geoduck. What service! Will definitely be going back to Miyabi the next time we are in the Tukwila area and in the mood for sushi!

    (5)

  • Darlene G.

    The food is alright, but it is drastically overpriced and the service is incredibly slow. Multiple times we thought they forgot about us. It wasn't busy so I'm not sure there was an excuse.

    (2)

  • Melanie P.

    Always a fan of this restaurant. It's small and quaint, plus the decoration is chic and adorbs. I had the tempura udon and my mom had the nabekyaki udon. We also shared the tuna and salmon sashimi. The udon broth was piping hot (LOVE) and seasoned just right. We both devoured our udon until our hearts were content. The sashimi.. oh my. The salmon was like butter and the tuna was just YUM. The sashimi just tasted exceptionally FRESH. Staff is attentive and friendly and they always top off your water and tea for you. I appreciate the attentiveness without being intruding. It's a fine line and they walk that line very well. I've been here about 4-5 times already and every time has been superb. Says a lot now doesn't it?

    (4)

  • Gretchen F.

    UPDATE: Excellent quality sushi and they even had fresh raw geoduck which I love!! Delicious green tea not from a bag an gf tamari saved me! Service here is unfortunately hit or miss. I feel like I get better service at the sushi bar. I shouldn't have to wave someone down to fill my green tea cup mid sushi meal. Yet the quality is yummy so qudos to that. I'm still on the fence though whether its worth it three visits in. No longer a 5 star place in my opinion. They seemed bothered that my 5 year old daughter was with me. Well Mom's need to eat out too! So really becuase of the lacking service and that kind of huffy attitude, down from 5 to 3 stars. Service says a lot.

    (3)

  • Nelson Y.

    Go for the beef tongue stew. Thank me later!

    (4)

  • Harold L.

    Came back as this is a really great fresh seafood Japanese restaurant. This time I came for lunch, and you have to get there well before noon if you expect to get a table. It's worth the wait, but don't say I didn't tell you there would be a long line.

    (4)

  • Jenny Y.

    For our appetizers, we ordered bacon wrapped oysters and takoyaki. The takoyaki was alright but the bacon wrapped oysters were overcooked making the oysters very chewy and rubbery. My best friend recommended the Blazing Godzilla roll (spicy tuna roll topped with eel slices, hot sauce and spicy fish roe) which was amazing! If you go to Miyabi and can order only one roll, this is the one to order! Normally the "spicy" rolls on the menu is doesn't have enough spice for me but this one actually has a kick to it. We also ordered Sunny Crisp roll (tempura style roll with tuna, salmon, eel, cream cheese, avocado, topped with mayo, sweet eel sauce and tobiko) and Baked Scallop roll (eel and avocado roll topped with baked chopped creamy scallop, spicy mayo, sweet eel sauce and tobiko). First of all, I love scallops so I expected a lot from the Baked Scallop roll. It was way below my expectation as I found it to be too rich and creamy. The taste just wasn't there for me. Our server was really cool and friendly, so I told him and they were able to take it off the bill. The Sunny Crisp roll was edible, but it wasn't anything amazing.

    (3)

  • Kay C.

    Food is excellent but service needs some work. The waitress we had didn't smile at all. She forgot to give me a spoon to go with my meal. Didn't refill my tea I ordered....didn't asked if the food tasted ok.... The host was the one that was polite and gave us our check and a box to go...but the box didn't even close...I was so fed up with the place I didn't even bother getting a different box. Sighs...disappointed but love the food I think next time I will jus order it to go or sit at the bar.

    (4)

  • Kevin H.

    I sat at the sushi bar, asked executive sushi chef, Masa, to make me anything he wanted. What a treat!!! 12 kinds of nigiri and a maki roll. Awesome. Seriously awesome.

    (5)

  • Philicia S.

    We came here last night, never tried it before but saw the great reviews. Seriously, I was REALLLLLY HOPING TO LOVE IT just like the rest of you yelpers but I was VERY disappointed. My husband and 1 year old, and I came to celebrate my straight A quarter at school. This review is based on the sushi a la carte because that is what we ordered. We ordered the Super Salmon, Spicy Tuna w/ Habanero, and I forgot the name but it was their Extreme Godzilla or something like that. And a California Roll for our son. Anyway, service is great, they filled our drinks promptly and were very friendly. The downfall is the sushi. Oh dear, the Super Salmon had a bad fishy taste to it, like it was just about to go bad, but I wasnt going to mention it to the server just because it was such a small portion of a roll that I think they would think I was trying to eat free food like some people do or taste test a bunch of rolls. But anyway, we were very disappointed that our portion of fish to rice was ridiculous, there was BARELY any fish on there, just a ton of rice, didn't like the flavor, it was too plain and it needed some citrus, so the ginger helped. Rice was mushy here. The Extreme Godzilla or whatever its called was okay, but it didnt wow us, I felt like it was the only one that was decent, but for the cost $15 for that small tiny roll didn't make me excited. Wasn't worth the money invested, we expected big rolls like how Umi Sake House or Japonessa has downtown or even Mizu which is a few blocks away has. Rice was mushy here too. The Spicy Tuna roll had a good flavor but still there was a ton of rice in comparison to the fish. Very very disappointing. The rice was a little too mushy too. The california roll had a lot of rice on it too, and my son really didn't like it. Compared to the California roll in Mizu down the street, Mizu makes it way better and with more of the imitation crab. Rice was mushy here too. Overall we were very sad that we weren't able to enjoy the dinner that we hoped to. Service was good but that is not going to entice me to come back. In the meantime I'll take my butt to Mizu if I'm craving good sushi in the area. Very very disappointed. Total of the bill for a small portion of 2 specialty rolls and 2 regular rolls and 1 soda was $46.54. DAM...we were still really hungry after that. Will post up pictures of my disappointment. =(

    (1)

  • Lyna N.

    This restaurant has authentic tasting Japanese food, though it is very pricey. My favorite appetizer are the crab cream croquettes.. they really are a treat, but I wish we got more than 3 sad little pieces for paying over $7. The atmosphere is also great, warm and cozy, lots of festive Japanese style interior decorating (the bathroom is pretty awesome as well). I did get one cold noodle dish I didn't really think was great or worth the price - it was pretty plain and I had little sauce to go with it. Hmmm, I really liked the bento box for the variety and the katsu has a nice crunch. I still am not sure how I feel about this place -- but it's one of those places I occasionally go to when I want to eat fancy Japanese and it is conveniently nearby. I would probably prefer getting sushi elsewhere for better deals and the same taste in downtown Seattle. But, still think this deserves 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Marc S.

    Probably the best sushi i have had in recent memory, if not the best over all. The nigiri was proportioned in such a way that led with the fish then the rice, but not too much. Sometimes in lower quality places you get the rice then the fish. The fish was fresh and perfectly cut. The Rainbow roll was beautiful but not over done and the ratio of each ingredient was spot on so that you had the optimum texture and taste of all the ingredients in each bite. We also had a cucumber, shrimp and seaweed salad that was also executed nicely because the vinegar taste was at a minimum allowing the flavors of the cucumber and seaweed to shine My overly frugal friend who had earlier refused to spend a paltry $200 on a pair of tailored jeans admitted the meal was the best sushi he had ever had.

    (5)

  • Sophorn N.

    Been here heaps of times and the sushi is ace. It's my favorite sushi spot outside of Seattle proper. The rolls are delicious -- love the Blazing Godzilla and the Seafood Jumbo is great if you want a variety of fish in your mouth but can't decide. The wait staff is attentive and service is pretty good. I usually get a to-go order in the evenings, this place is super popular so it gets pretty crowded around that time. Sometimes I'll see an accordion player in the restaurant entertaining the patrons and it makes me smile every time I walk in and he's there.

    (4)

  • Paul Y.

    Great Japanese restaurant! I will definitely be back. Ordered pupu style so we could try a lot of different dishes.. karaage, agedashi, kinoko salad, teba shio, super star and the banana dessert all excellent! Was tempted to get the Kubota Senju but ended up with 2 bottles of nigori. Must stop for us anytime we visit Washington!

    (5)

  • Tina M.

    This is my favorite sushi restaurant! I have been here many times and never have had a bad experience! The staff is super friendly and the sushi is always fresh!!!!

    (5)

  • Jen L.

    NEXT TO VALUE VILLAGE. Worst signage ever making it hard to find this popular place. Sushi rolls are fresh and creative. I think they might use processed crab or is imitation? It tasted like it. Tempura was cooked perfectly. Will have to try some more! Its a good choice in Tukwila.

    (4)

  • Adil C.

    In town from Arizona and our friend who is a local recommended this place. We went and we order a lot of different kinds of sushi, everything was delicious and my favorite was The Blazing Godzilla.

    (5)

  • Pete L.

    We went on Friday around 5pm 1) the cool part was the bathroom 2) don't let the nice opening greeting fool you... the azn lady waiter talks behind your back to other waiters 3) they dont check in a lot and get confuse on orders especially if your in a group splitting checks. 4) food is ok, I've had better. Go else where too expensive. Not amazing but not horendous. Just nice environment. 5) If its your first time, you can barely ready the sign outside.

    (2)

  • Michael L.

    Stopped in on my way to the airport to get a real (non-airport) meal and couldn't have been happier. I ordered some nigiri and a couple of rolls...it was all great. And to top it off, every single employee of the restaurant was outwardly friendly and extremely helpful. I'll be back next time I have some free time near SEA!

    (4)

  • Tom C.

    Good food except the service is bad when busy. We waited a hour for a roll and the waiter waited 30 minutes to tell us they are out of butter geoduck. Don't go if you don't have your phone with you...

    (4)

  • Sunny H.

    Loved it. Too far to be a regular, but would visit whenever I'm out that way. Good fresh yummy sashimi plate (sake and assorted). Pretty good udon although I've had better elsewhere. Good nigiri and one rainbow roll. Left feeling really satisified. If the owner/management is reading this: please open one in Bellevue. I Love Sushi closed down so there's room here. I promise to be a regular if you open one. And I will gladly tell everyone I know to try you out.

    (5)

  • Andy Z.

    dinner food: hamachi kama, sukiyaki, dragon roll, tuna kama, chicken karage. the sukiyaki was delicious. it has that sweetness on the meat and broth that i like. the kama was very nicely grilled and seasoned. the meat was flaky and flavorful. ***5/5 service: my friend found a piece of hair in the sukiyaki and the server exchanged it immediately and gave us the dish for half off. the server was attentive and filled our waters promptly. ***4/5 ambiance: theres a bar and plenty of tables out front. parking is aplenty since its inside a business complex. the bathrooms also have bidets! i didnt have to use it, but i found it interesting. we sat in the bar area, and the chefs behind the counter were nice and giving us recommendations on what to order. ***5/5 price: not exactly cheap, but the food is on par. some of the specials they have were a little pricey, but very fresh ingredients. ***4/5

    (4)

  • Kimmy C.

    Food was great but really just unacceptable for the service provided. 5 of us sat for dinner last week and we came pretty early around 5pm before the restaurant could get busy on a weekend. We ordered a couple if bento boxes, sushi and an udon noodle. It's funny because the dish that probably would have taken the least amount of time which was udon took FOREVER to arrive. My poor friend was hungry after not eating the entire day and by the time we could have all finished our meals, his bowl of udon came out like half an hour AFTER ordering. They totally forgot the order and didn't even apologize for it. We told our friend to not tip because tip is for the service and service was not delivered up to par. I hardly write bad reviews but this was one of those places that didn't exactly deserve a good review. Props to the only male waiter on staff for filling our water. He probably gets 5 stars for being so attentive. Give him a raise!

    (2)

  • Lowell D.

    Went there twice in one week. Crab stuffed salmon awesome appetizers. Fabulous sushi

    (5)

  • Justin B.

    I'd probably give this spot 3.5 stars if I could but I leaned toward 4 because the service has always been on point. The sushi is above average, in my opinion, but the portion sizes tend to vary upon visit it seems like. All in all a good spot to go to.

    (4)

  • Elsie C.

    Mixed feeling about this place. Good food but service is soooooooo slow and the workers there doesn't seem to pay attn to customers.

    (3)

  • Ben B. N.

    So glad to have this place so close to where I work. Everything is as good as it gets. I love the bento boxes. The Salmon teriyaki is numero uno

    (5)

  • Debbie P.

    Technically this would be 3.5 stars. But we round up, right? I usually come here with my girlfriends, but I took my man today for the first time. The restaurant was not busy and we were seated promptly. I usually order the customizable Bentos, but this time we decided to go izakaya style and order a bunch of small plates. Takoyaki: average, we've had better Kinoko Salad: YUMMY! Chicken Yakitori, salted: average. Chawan Mushi: pretty good for $6! Geso Fry: YUMMY! Good with beer. Beef Tongue Stew: the meat was super tender, but the stew was a little too sweet for our tastes. Green Tea Tiramisu: Super YUMMY! Cons: Service was a bit slow. And they didn't have the UMI shot available! BOO! Overall, a good experience. We shall return! Oh, I forgot to mention the heated toilet seats for both men and women!

    (4)

  • Keeley A.

    Excellent Sushi! The only place I will eat sashimi. Every other place I go to, I have to order rolls to hide the fishy taste. None of that here! Staff is very nice as well.

    (5)

  • Maria L.

    Everything on their menu is consistently GOOD! We've been coming to Miyabi for 20yrs, It has changed hands over the years. The current owners have done a great job with spiffing up the atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Carrie M.

    I'm not a sushi expert or anything... in fact until I went to this place I really didn't care for it at all. We had been trying to find a place for dinner in Southcenter but everything was packed so I reluctantly agreed to try sushi again. I'm glad I did. We tried three different rolls and the seaweed salad. All were delicious. The staff was patient with me and everything aspirated to be clean and orderly. Would definitely go there again.

    (4)

  • Brandy N.

    They get pretty busy so do make sure and reserve your spot !! Great menu item for lunch and dinner, their beef salad is to die for ! Nice and refreshing. Service there is also a plus ^_^

    (4)

  • Yuen S.

    Very good food. Tastes awesome and feel very authentic Japanese. But, if you want to order take out--they can't do any soup to go. So no miso soup with the bento box, no noodle soup, no sukiyaki, etc. The few times I have food at the restaurant, it's awesome. Service ok. Seems like they don't have enough server though. Sukiyaki beef is a huge food order to me. Very full. Ice cream selection great. Oysters and fried gyoza both tastes great and are a must order if we eat it. A little disappointed that we can't order the sukiyaki beef to go though. And the fact that they charge you the same price for the bento box to go but without the miso soup seems not fair. But oh well, we need good food to go, will just have to accept the rules they have in place.

    (4)

  • Celeste T.

    For a mall chain, this is pretty good! Nice selection, big picture menu, and excellent service. The food itself was tasty, clearly made in-house, and not too fancy. If I found myself stuck in Southcenter again, this is where I'd go!

    (4)

  • David N.

    Phenomenal fresh sushi and sashimi, great atmosphere! The gyoza was some of the best I've had, they make it fresh daily. Don't let the strip mall location put you off, it is a great place. Will definitely stop in whenever I'm in Seattle.

    (5)

  • Michelle L.

    Service was very friendly. Food was delicious, especially the Rock N Eel Roll. We also ordered niku soba, curry udon, sashimi salad, and an order of uni. Everything was great! Cocktails were yummy too...Miyabi P&L and shyunrai (?)! The only complaint that I really have is that it took quite some time for our food to come out and they didn't all come out at the same time. For example, we almost finished our noodles by the time our Rock N Eel roll came out. It was understandable, though, because it was a busy Friday night. Great restaurant in Southcenter (where there are TOO many chain restaurants) though!

    (4)

  • Ginny M.

    I could not get waited on, or even a glass of water, whereas the waitpersons were attentive to other people around me. I wondered, is it the " lone female diner" treatment? Or am I just being paranoid? At any rate, after they had brought water to some newcomers, and had not yet made any contact with me, I realize that if I were ever going to get any service I would have to flag down a waitress. Therefore, I left, so unfortunately I really can't comment on the food other than that the menu is extensive and the food looks good. But there are a lot of good restaurants in the immediate area so there is no point in putting up with this kind of treatment.

    (1)

  • Alex S.

    Waiting times have been intense. I haven't felt this way in years. If you are from the Eastside like myself, there are plenty of better options here. Seattle? Even more. As for the food... Seriously stay away. At these prices, just about every place outside of Tukwila is better. $6 for two pieces of old fish.

    (1)

  • Hailee P.

    I have lived in WA my whole life and have been a regular customer at Miyabi for a while now and honestly, there is no place like home. You can tell right as you walk in that the owners take pride in the welcoming environment as the employees all shout "irasshaimase" (welcome) not to mention the decor: which constantly changes with seasons/holidays. I think what's beautiful about this place is that it stays true to the beauty seen by the beholder rather than following the crowd. Always warm and welcoming. VERY RARE. As for the food, this is the best of the best for your traditional Japanese craving. Not to mention the quality of all of the sushi and the food is very high. They have a very large variety to accommodate to just about everyone; from seasonal fish nigiri/sashimi to bentos/izakaya. Ask for details about special cocktails or sake, they always have the best of the best! Lunch menu differs from the dinner in small ways, so just make sure you make the most of your visit depending on your visit time! Regardless of the time though, this is a place I would HIGHLY recommend.

    (5)

  • Gary B.

    While most folks say "the fish makes the sushi" I'd counter with "the rice makes the GREAT sushi". The fish here was excellent. The rice that was under the sushi was spectacular. I was flavourful and oh-so-light. So much sushi rice is a squished up little block. This block held together perfectly and didn't overpower the fish. I got a sashimi/sushi combo with ikura for desert. I'm a happy camper...and may even go back tomorrow night.

    (5)

  • Emma K.

    One my favorites! I think its as good as many of the top sushi restaurants in Seattle but the parking situation is so much better. I've been here a number of times now and its always busy and lively but I've never had to wait more than 10 minutes or so (though I've never been here in a large group, I come with my partner and we don't mind sitting at the bar). I have only had their sushi and a teriyaki (or some variation of teriyaki) dish. The teriyaki dish was not memorable and I never ordered it again. The sushi is delicious and its what keeps us coming back. Their dragon roll is fantastic, I wish I was eating it right now. The service is consistently attentive and polite. The only teeny, tiny con is that the complimentary edamame they serve isn't as warm or salty as I prefer.

    (5)

  • Yen N.

    That Mexican took me here a while ago when I said I wanted sushi for dinner.Yummy sushi!!!The rolls were so fresh and I got so full. He didn't like it all that much, but then again he never really liked anything but my cooking. I like the design here as well as their customer service. The waiters were very attentive. I totally recommend.

    (5)

  • Amber L.

    We are definitely a regular here.. Anytime we want sushi this is the go to place. It's Japanese owned and has a Hawaiian style decor (sometimes, they like to change it frequently). I LOVE THE CROQUETTE. So. Good. Also a great plum wine.. And bento boxes.. And sushi rolls.. My go to is usually the sunny crisp.. But I had the white tiger roll last night, and I think it's the best roll I've probably ever had.. And I tend to eat a lot of sushi. (But I have an avocado allergy.. So I guess that limits me.) Most of the staff recognize my partner and I now and we always get a piece of fruit with our meal which makes us feel special (fruit is a Japanese farewell gift, usually reserved for Japanese guests.. Which my partner is.. But still.) Anyway, go here. It's amazing. You won't regret it. PS: sometimes they have special events or bands come in on weekends, so call ahead for a reservation if you have more than 2 people.

    (5)

  • Wenn C.

    I had the plum with with lychee - delicious! Entree was Benito with chicken karaage and sashimi. Everything was delicious. The chicken was very tender and seasoned perfectly. Drizzled some lemon on top. Sashimi was albacore a maguro tuna. Yum. My daughter ordered the tiger roll, it was huge and she loved it. The service is so friendly and attentive. They really love making sure you're happy. We will definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Rick H.

    Delicious sashimi and great service. There was a bit of a snafu and one of our meals did not come but two waitresses quickly fixed the problem. Fun atmosphere too. Will definitely return.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Fun, whimsical decor. Great variety of dishes on menu. Delicious fish, sukiyaki, veggie appetizers. One suggestion for improvement: have the kitchen time the dishes so everyone at the table gets food at the same time without some customers having to wait. Accordion player is good, but should turn down the volume a bit so customers can hear each other. Courteous staff.

    (4)

  • Grace H.

    Finding Miyabi in the middle of the Tukwila area is like finding a bright gem in a dark mine. There are lots of places to eat in Tukwila -- you have your basic fast food joints, the newly-coined term "fast casual" restaurants, and the Chilis and Olive Gardens. If you're craving simple yet hearty Japanese food all the time (like me), then Miyabi is the place to go. I'm a creature of habit and always order some variation of the bento combo. I usually always splurge on the sushi bento. It comes with a bowl of miso soup, 5 pieces of assorted sushi & 2 main entrees -- anything from beef yakiniku to salmon teriyaki to tempura. Service here is always good, fast, and attentive. It gets pretty busy Friday-Saturday evenings, which is a testament to how satisfying Miyabi is.

    (4)

  • Mary G.

    Tried this place for the first time today (saturday). It was very packed. We waited about 45 minutes as we had no reservations. My husband got the bento box and I had some rolls. We finished off with the green tea tiramisu. Overall a pretty decent place. The fish seemed fresh. The tiramisu was awesome. Restaurant was pretty clean. Service was pleasant. Would recommend this place if you are looking for a good sushi joint near Tukwila.

    (4)

  • Anthony D.

    I would have listed this place as having decent, albeit overpriceed sushi, had it not been for the excessive use of wasabi on every fucking piece of nigiri. Now don't get me wrong. I've been eating sushi for many years and have eaten it in many establishments, from the west coast to the east coast. I've even tried it in Japan. This was the first time that every piece of nigiri had a wad of wasabi in every piece. I don't understand why. Perhaps they got a smoking deal on their order of wasabi that week? Since my partner in crime doesn't dig wasabi, her experience wasn't that great. Mine was okay. I still think the best sushi is at Sakana in Phoenix, AZ. Good times in the Pacific Northwest!!!

    (3)

  • Stasj T.

    Sushi place a couple miles out from the airport. The place has an authentic feel, what with your waitstaff dressed in traditional Japanese garb. Ordered the sashimi appetizer (I ordered tuna and salmon) and the tuna just melts in your mouth. I haven't had an issue with sashimi grade salmon, either. The vegetable tempura was light and didn't take away from the vegetables. I also ordered the salmon stuffed spring rolls, which really looked like one spring roll cut into four pieces. The sweet chili sauce was a nice touch. Waitstaff could have been more attentive, as my dinnermate didn't receive his dinner until I was finished eating, and I didn't receive my second order until he was almost done. And we had to flag someone down to get water, to which the waiter apologized because customers should never have to ask for water.

    (3)

  • Tenasha T.

    This place is usually okay in terms of food, but the service is awful! They don't check on you, if you need something the waiters say hold on. With so many other amazing sushi restaurants in Seattle, this one is just okay. Also, for what you get the prices are way too high. The last time I went there will be just that, the last time, the server took our order and didn't come back until we were signing the bill and then asked if we wanted dessert. When I left I wrote an email to the restaurants site and the response I got was: "sorry we are having a meeting soon about this issue, come back and tell us if we improved." Never go here!

    (1)

  • Tim U.

    My favorite Japanese restaurant in Seattle. Every one of the sushi rolls is delicious. Service is always on point also. Would highly recommend, though slightly expensive.

    (5)

  • Barbara O.

    After a loooooong flight from Atlanta, I was hungry but wanted something fresh so that meant sushi! This place was close-ish to airport and had lots of reviews (also apparently was the first restaurant me and my bf had when we visited seattle the first time). Had spicy tuna and one of their speciality rolls with roe = yum. AND free edamame! Yay. Currently in Spokane waiting for a flight and very much looking forward to eating here again tonight when I come in. :)

    (5)

  • Annie T.

    Came to Miyabi for dinner and by accident it was their Hawaii specialty week. They had live Hawaiian music and a special Hawaiian menu as well consisting of spam musubi, poke and loco moco etc. We ordered a chirashi bowl and some rolls that were not spectacular and were on the expensive side. Also, their live music was incredibly loud to the point that we could barely hear ourselves talk. I was much more impressed with Miyabi 45th in terms of quality of food than the original Miyabi.

    (3)

  • Ryan M.

    We eat Sushi all over Seattle and this is still our favorite place in Puget Sound. Can get busy but the food always tastes good and the staff is always friendly.

    (5)

  • Mimi C.

    We stopped here for dinner before heading back to our bed & breakfast in Tukwila. Tukwila is just a little south of Seattle and Miyabi is located in a pretty busy plaza. We got their chirashi and their beef teriyaki. I think it's because sushi seems to be a lacking in this particular area because for the price, the food was ok. It satisfies a craving but wouldn't go out of my way to come here. Casual ambiance with lots of people hanging out.

    (3)

  • Marie V.

    This is the best sushi joint in town! We eat here at least once a week. The staff makes my son feel so special and knows his order. My favorite roll is the Sunny Crisp and Rock n Eel! The poke is also very good. Another bonus is they have a stamp card system and every 10th visit is $10off.

    (5)

  • Cheriee E.

    Great food & sushi! Loved the atmosphere and style! Also, was pleased with my lemon drop and the service.

    (5)

  • Marvin M.

    Went here middle of the day yesterday and it wasn't busy. The service was super slow and the menu was pretty over priced. We stopped to get lunch there but ended up just getting snacks because most things on the menu were probably $3 - 4 more than they should be. The appetizer we got tasted good, but for the price and the slow service it wasn't worth it.

    (2)

  • J K.

    Definitely a solid Japanese joint in the South End. The menu has a little more variety than other places which is always nice to see. They even have a list of shochu drinks which is strangely rare in Seattle. Of course, their sushi is good, but there are literally hundreds of good sushi joints in the area. But not all the items are fantastic, so beware. The place seems to have a little extra flair. They hosted a trash fashion show and had a live Japanese artist make a wall-sized ink painting.

    (4)

  • Sinear S.

    I seem to always get a stomach ache after eating here but I keep coming back! The food is delish, servers are nice, and the ambiance is very cozy. This is my go-to place when I am willing to dish out a few extra bucks for some of the best sushi around the Renton/Southcenter area. I also loved how they had purse hangers that they hooked to the table so I didn't have to put my purse on the floor. Yummy in my tummy ^^

    (5)

  • Maria N.

    This place is more on the expensive side but the foods stands up to its price. Every time we ate here, it's been a real treat. I love their kids meals. For $7, your kid would get a kids bento (shaped like a Shinkansen) with a good variety of food on it + a miso soup. Our son loved his!

    (4)

  • Tom K.

    Usually a 4 to 5 star, it was disappointing tonight. I've been here 3 or 4 times before and there had always been a wait while this time there were at least 10 seats open. I don't know if they were understaffed but service was very slow even though it wasn't as busy as normal. It even took about 5 minutes before someone greeted me after I walked in. I had the sushi & sashimi platter which again was pretty good but not as good as in the past. Again, normally 4-5 stars but only 3 stars given this visit.

    (3)

  • Nicholas C.

    Miyabi has great great sushi. Prices are pretty awesome too. The menu's bring down the quality of the place. Too colorful and god awful quality pictures of the food. Too bad it is too far away to go again and again. If I had to break it down, the quality of sushi is better the Umi. Would I go there over Umi . . almost. The sushi is that good but alas, I like eating great sushi in great atmosphere so I would choose Wasabi and Umi over this place, but, again, the quality of sushi was outstanding and the price is right.

    (4)

  • Duane C.

    I had a great time here with friends. The service from the young white guy was stellar. The sushi was good. The bento box food was just OK. A little on the pricey side, imo. I couldn't find a cost for the different sushi on the menu. Maybe it was right in front of me. Not sure. Overall a nice experience.

    (3)

  • Alex L.

    Best Sushi in Southcenter area! Food and Ambience is so great here, you will forget that you are near the mall. Everything on the menu is awesome! Service is amazing and they have a hook on the table for your purse! Would def recommend the Sukiyaki and Saba to share with everyone!

    (5)

  • Alvin N.

    "Located @ the ToysRUs Plaza close to South Center Mall...a small strip of Restaurants hidden. I was very Curious, The Miyabi Restaurant caught my Eye. The location was kind odd. As I walked in, I was impressed with the Interior decor. Upon coming in I was greeted & asked if I wanted to sit at one of the tables or @ the Sushi Bar. --Off to the Sushi Bar I went. The Menu Items are not just Sushi..There was a good Array of choices..but today was Sushi Day =D The Drink of choice was Hot Green Tea. I was almost tempted some Sake but I had to work in a few Hours which prohibited me. The servers kept refilling without me asking =) -The Rainbow Roll that I ordered was made Nicely, it was Fresh & Tasted Yummy Goodness. -I Concluded with Salmon nigiri & Fatty Tuna nigiri =D Both were rich and tender. They literally melted in my mouth like butter. -The dessert I had was Fried Tempura Vanilla Ice Cream. It was presented nicely and best of all tasted wonderful. It was a nice ending, to a nice experience @ The Miyabi Restaurant."

    (4)

  • Daniel W.

    I've now been to Miyabi 3 times in the last 6 months and each time has been better than the rest. Most recently, my uncle took me out for dinner there this week while he was visiting. We ordered the Chef's Special (you choose the amount - we said $35 each) of both sushi and sashimi. The result was sublime. First they brought us the sashimi. Aside from tuna, yellowtail, and salmon, everything on the plate was a premium item and prepared with the utmost care and quality (the salmon, tuna, and yellowtail were no exception here!). Dogfish, surf clam, fatty tuna, scallops, sea bass, flounder, squid and a couple others adorned our sashimi platter. It would have been a bargain even if it had been lousy sashimi. This, gladly, wasn't the case at all - everything was choice. I questioned the decision to bring the sashimi platter first, but my concerns were assuaged when when the sushi platter was ever fancier: sweet shrimp (they even fried the heads for us and served it as a little bonus at the end of the meal), toro-tataki, salmon roe, and 6 or 7 other excellent items. Between the two platters, there was plenty for 3 people with our order and everything was fantastic. One of the best sushi meals I've ever had and it was $70 (plus tax and tip). I've spent $85 (granted that included sake and beer) on my own and not gotten quite that assortment. Wow. I've had two different chefs: one was definitely the more experienced, skilled of the two, but both provided an excellent experience. They have a lovely premium sake assortment, a great staff, plenty of free parking. On the downside, it's in Southcenter, so it's not the best location in the world. I won't complain about that - any failure for location is made up by the experience. It's my sushi place to beat up in the Puget Sound region.

    (5)

  • Elise G.

    I ordered takeout from here last week. The Food I had a spicy salmon roll, a tuna roll, their Hawaiian roll special, and a Tuna/Salmon roll (cannot recall the exact name). The fish did not taste fresh, it had a slight fishy flavor to it. I am glad I didn't get sick from it. In general, their roll selection was limited in comparesion to other sushi restaurants. The Restaurant The restaurant decor is very nice. The ladies room was beautifully decorated and even had a changing table for babies. The restaurant as a whole was very clean and nice decorated.

    (3)

  • Graham D.

    I'm not sure what says local and authentic to you folks, but when you walk in to find a Summer Festival goin' on in a restaurant that you're one of the few Occidentals you'd guess you'd hit the winner. Now I recognize that Seattle has a large contingent of Japanese ex pats, but it's nice to find a gem like this that comes so well recommended in Yelp. They are still doing a great job here, and the festival has a special menu that is made up of Japanese street food; delicious and quite reasonable. If you're here in the next 2 weeks, check it out. You won't be disappointed. But then you won't be disappointed under any circumstances!

    (4)

  • Annie V.

    I'll admit several things: 1) I was in a irate mood when I first arrived here, due to Tukwila's super-idiot idea of routing all Southcenter Blvd traffic THROUGH THE FLIPPING MALL PARKING LOT, 2) I was a little bummed that dinner plans had changed and we were not in fact going to Ivar's (I'd set my heart on some halibut), 3) I frequent conveyor belt sushi places, which - while not the best quality of fish - gets one used to a certain price range. ...so I opened the door to Miyabi in a grouchy mood, and didn't expect things to improve. I started doing those annoying little things one does to elongate a bad mood (because they do tend to want to spread themselves over one's evening like an oil slick) - being annoyed that it took too long to refill my drink, being annoyed that I found a stem in my tea, being annoyed at the smell of the other diner's food (because it was good, and I was hungry). So when the person we were waiting for FINALLY arrived (again, see Thing Admitted #1 for what was holding them up), I was ready to be grouchy still. Obviously you know how the story ends, because you can see my rating. It was Hanami Week there, which they celebrated by decking the place out with lots of fake sakura blossoms - AND adding dango to their dessert menu, which was SUPER DELICIOUS (rice flour balls, cooked, put on a stick, put in syrup, it's total noms and my description isn't doing it justice, just Wikipedia it). The expensive rolls I'd sniffed at the prices of turned out to be absolutely worth it - the Dragon roll was fantastic, and even the modestly-priced eel and avocado roll was delicious and plentiful. The appetizer of geoduck with butter was something I wished I'd had THREE of (although admittedly I found fault with the nigiri version of the geoduck because they added WAY too much wasabi to the rice - all I got was that flavor and none of the raw geoduck's subtle taste). And man, was my husband happy to learn they had natto (he's odd, what can I say) and plenty of other vegetarian options. So, Miyabi - you won me over. Sorry I walked in being kind of a d-bag. You guys are super nice. Also to others - save room for the red bean ice cream. It's frickin' DELICIOUS.

    (4)

  • Manuel W.

    This place feels authentic from the moment you walk in. Stuff is written in Japanese on little chalkboards. Reminds me of restaurants in Japan. Good food, cute waitresses.

    (4)

  • Mallorie S.

    I love this place! I live about 45 mins away but will make the drive for this place when ever I get the chance! I'm a huge fan of the Spicy Tuna Rolls, Godzilla roll, and pretty much everything else I've tried there is delicious. The service is great, its usually busy but so worth it it you have to wait. I even got to experience some of the chef's secret stash of REAL wasabi not the paste... needless to say I felt blessed!

    (5)

  • Thigh C.

    Another great Japanese restaurant! First, our server is very friendly. Second, the ambiance is vibrant and laid-back (i know it's ironic). It's Friday night and they have this live guitar music which makes it more enjoyable. I ordered a bento box consisting of broiled mackerel and mixed tempura (miso, salad, noodles, seaweed, rice, melon balls and a slice of orange on the side). I think it tastes terrific. If you like a Japanese restaurant with no pretentions and serves a traditional Japanese cuisine, you should try this one.

    (5)

  • Merritt C.

    Was fantastic. Not from the area and craving sushi so gave it try based on recommendations. It was very authentic and tasty. It was a busy little place, too, so is obviously a favorite for locals as well.

    (4)

  • James L.

    I went there for lunch on a Sat and the place was packed and they have 2 people handling the entire restaurant. It takes 10 min just to take my money and I get 3 dollars back dipped in water literally. a employee Aki gives me my food 35 min later....If you dont mind over paying for food this is the perfect place, OH and dont forget about the terrible service. Also if you dont go during the weekdays you will pay $16 dollars for a bento you can get a local teriyaki for $8 bucks for

    (1)

  • Megan M.

    Great sushi for reasonable prices. Loved the gyoza that came with the bento box. Didn't try and rolls but wish I had - they looked fab!

    (4)

  • Thomas L.

    Ok, this spot is AWESOME!!! I'm kind of a sushi snob; having been to places like sasabune in LA will turn you this way. Fresh sushi is priceless (well, not priceless, but I'd be willing to pay in the upwards of $50-80 for omakase for that type of sushi) So I went here for lunch. Indecisive at first. I'm definitely not a fan of rolls in general, to me it's ALL ABOUT nigiri sushi or sashimi, basically it's all about the fish and the fish only. I did steer away from my regular routine of just ordering from the sushi list and decided to go for the bento box with the chicken katsu and sashimi (add $1.50). The bento box came with miso soup (above average), slices of oranges, 2 piece of california roll, the chicken katsu, a little bit of the japanese salad, some cold noodles, and the sashimi (hamachi, salmon, tuna, 3 pieces of each). The chicken katsu was nice and crisp and pretty tasty. The hamachi sashimi was probably the best. I asked if they had toro, and the sushi chef said "no sorry" "but we have the belly part of the albacore. I said "sure, let me try that." Let me tell you, it was out of this world. SOOO good that instead of getting 2 pieces of nigiri Hamachi, I asked for 2 more albacore, same cut. The albacore literally melts in your mouth and was wonderfully fresh. This sushi snob finally found HIS sushi place in the PNW. The freshness of the sushi is almost comparable to Sasabune in LA. Really, if you like rolls, there are plenty of places that have great value and make decent one. Based on this first time here, I'd say run to this place and order their nigiri sushi.

    (5)

  • Amy P.

    First time dining here and loved it! The restaurant was packed at 9 p.m. and they still seated us promptly. They have fresh sushi, a large menu selection and fun atmosphere. There was an old guy playing an accordion during our dinner, which added a little funkiness to our delectable meal. I highly recommend this place!

    (4)

  • Wendy Y.

    The price is up again. For lunch special it is now $9.25 and for the lunch bento it is $9.95. The lunch bento is still a deal compared to the dinner bento. But now I come here with 2 new favorites. The tenzaru soba and the chicken curry. (The curry rice dish is only avaliable lunch time if I remember correctly). Eat it and you'll thank me later.

    (4)

  • Jaime N.

    The bento box is a great deal. The bento box on the dinner menu costs more because there is an extra dish - sushi plus 2 items instead of just a choice of 2 items that is on the lunch menu. The salmon shiro is one of my favorites. I also enjoy the sushi nigri. I love that they put a layer of wasabi between the fish and rice.

    (4)

  • Marieke M.

    Sushi with a texture so smooth its like butter. Very reasonably priced. Great atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Scott B.

    Everthing I have ordered here has been excellent. I hope you get a chance to give it a try on your next visit to the Southcenter area. My only complaint was something that we didn't order showed up with our order and it was pretty nasty. I think they said it was creamy scallop but I wouldn't recommend that to anyone. It gave me a shiver just thinking about it.

    (4)

  • Selina P.

    I was regular even when it was the old management & I still love it here. They've spruced up the decor & changed the ambiance of the place for the better. I loveeee there bathrooms! The menu has changed just a bit, it's a little more varied than before & not too extreme. I like that this management is a little more involved in...well, it's restaurant. They have themed weeks every couple of months for the season or holiday & I always love the decor changes! Hawaiian & Hanami Week are my favs. They even have customer appreciation thing like one they did at Easter. (We got a free kids bento!) Speaking of kids, that's another reason why I like it here. They have a kids menu & even handout things to keep your children occupied. Not many sushi or japanese restaurants cater to that clientele. They've upped the experince for me. I've read some of the other reviews & I can agree that alot of the customer are regulars & not only are they regulars...the also happen to also be japanese themselves. Which in an odd way is comforting to me, nothing racist. The crowd is also older & relaxed. Not like places like sushiland with their overly loud tweens. Oh & don't be fooled like I was, if something tastes different than your use to, let them know, they will take care of it. Overall I enjoy how they try new & modern things without turning to a japanese-american-fusion place. Although they could work on their service. Definitely try this place & don't limit yourself to just the sushi.

    (4)

  • Erin C.

    We have been here many times and it is excellent every, single time. The nigiri sushi is always fresh and delicious, they have Sapporo on tap, they always treat my young son like he's their own...you can't ask for better service! My son spilled his water all over the floor and they swept in to clean it up with a smile on their faces. Today he dropped his spoon and the waitress was there with a new one practically before I noticed. On Saturday evenings they have a smiling older gentleman playing an accordion, of all things! I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who likes Japanese food, from sushi to tempura to bento boxes, and who loves excellent service!

    (5)

  • Tom A.

    Just ate there based on the reviews I read here. I would agree with what the previous reviews said. I had the sukiyaki and it was very good and the ingredients fresh and tasty. The location is a little difficult to find but the food was worth the search. I would favorably compare this to any Japanese restaurant outside the confines of Seattle. Try it you'll like it.

    (4)

  • Karen C.

    Best sushi in the south Seattle area. Very reasonably priced and consistently good quality. I've been here for lunch and dinner, and there always seems to be a short wait, but well worth it. You know it has to be good when there are patrons speaking Japanese. You can't go wrong here. Highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Jennifer M.

    Would have been 5 stars but the happy hour menu is pretty minimal. I HIGHLY recommend the Godzilla Roll (Spicy tuna/eel). It was amazing. Overall, this place was excellent and exceeded my expectations. Will definitely be going back here.

    (4)

  • Megin O.

    I went to Miyabe a long time ago (apparently before they changed management) and it was good but one lunch experience was horrible and never went back. After not so great experiences with the new Blue C Sushi at Southcenter and Sushiland, I decided to give this place another shot. Our server was very nice and attentive. I got the spicy tuna bento with tonkatsu and salmon teriyaki and my friend got the sashimi combo. The salmon teriyaki was great. Spicy tuna roll was good. I tried some of the sashimi and it was nice, fresh, good color and appearance. They give you edamame in the pod to nibble on while you wait for your food. Prices might be a smidgen high for being located in a Tukwila strip mall but the quality is much higher than Blue C Sushi (at Southcenter at least). The waitstaff is knowledgeable (probably because they were all Japanese natives) and attentive.

    (3)

  • Riesenschnauzer K.

    I'm in Seattle/Bellevue often for business. And even though Miyabi is located in another random shopping center, I found it somehow. Every time I go (at least 4 times now), I am amazed at how consistent the food and service is. I rate restaurants based upon the category I think their trying to hit. My interpretation is that Miyabi is trying to deliver a bit of an upscale neighborhood Japanese restaurant experience with a more traditional slant on their plates. Can you say kabocha tempura? I tend to go with their box dinners and order sushi from the bar. This place is much nicer than Tokyo Sushi in Bellevue and the prices are in the same range. Fish is always fresh and the service is above par. I now consider myself a sort of bento box connoisseur. Miyabi's is right up there - I like you can mix and match. Their tempura and salmon teriyaki are standouts. The way they prepare and or cook their salmon is unique, it's always so tender - sans grill marks - it takes on the texture of black cod & it's good in my belly. Anyway here's my breakdown; freshness of fish = 5 service = 4 value = 4 variety = 5 cleanliness = 5 overall = 5

    (5)

  • Denise T.

    I had a California crunch roll (6 pieces) and a Miyabi roll (4 large pieces) and my total after tax and tip was $19. What a rip off. The quality was ok, I've definitely had better and for cheaper. The service was alright, I've definitely had better and for cheaper. I will not come back here and I would not recommend this place to a friend, even if they were a big baller. If you happen to be a big baller, i recommend that you take your big dollars elsewhere and eat at a better sushi restaurant.

    (2)

  • Tammy K.

    I liked this place - the seating was a bit cramped, but the staff was very friendly and attentive. It was also a little pricey for mid-week lunch. I had an iced tea, an order of hamachi sashimi (5 generous pieces) and an order of the tai nigiri sushi (2 pieces), plus miso soup and with tax and tip, it set me back about $23. But then again, sushi is not something you really want to skip on. Right? Cute place - I'll be back.

    (4)

  • Rhea T.

    The hubster and I used to hit up Miyabi's quite a bit when we lived in the area (we have since moved South) and adored this place a lot. We became "regulars" - even before they changed management - and consumed lots and lots of sushi here. I hate to think of all the raw fish we devoured - but let me tell you, it was super fresh and tasty. ;) We made the drive down yesterday as we had a sudden pang for Miyabi's. We ordered the geoduck with butter sauce (it was YUM!), seaweed salad, tsunomono, agedashi tofu (my beloved tofu and it was so YUM!), octopus balls, and assorted nigiri and rolls. (hamachi - yummy and fresh, surf clam, ika, shrimp tempura rolls and their crunchy california.) None of which was a disappointment. Sadly, we noticed that they raised their prices but that's to be expected (hello, inflation!) - and their sushi is not cheap (cheap sushi? that's like an oxymoron, right?) so expect to spend about $50 or more for two. Otherwise, we still adore this place as they have spruced it up quite nicely and their (extensive) menu is awesome!

    (4)

  • LynZ M.

    I really like Miyabi! Authentic Japanese cuisine and great service.. Came here last year during their anniversary and really appreciated the staff giving us Miyabi glasses.. Love when it's Hawaii week with the Hawaiian music and menu options.. But I really wish they would ditch the accordion player.. It's nice that they want to have live music on the weekends but this type just doesn't seem to fit.. The accordion man has a serious staring problem so if he's there I try to sit as far away from him as I possibly can.. It's really that bad! The last couple times the spicy tuna was fishy so I was disappointed.. Normally everything is really fresh.. Their miso soup is great! Edamame is free but ALWAYS cold.. I would prefer if they served it in a dish that can be washed, not an unsanitary basket.. Ordered to go one time and I would never do that again.. Portions were noticeably smaller and the quality went way down.. Definitely plan on dining in!

    (3)

  • Bonnie S.

    Wow, wow, wow. We had to jet out at dawn the next morning and had a hotel at Seatac. I convinced my husband to treat me to sushi for the drama of waking up so early. We decided the 5 minute drive from the Seatac airport hotel was worth a try. First, it was easy to find and worth driving to. We eat shushi often in LA but this WAS memorable. Don't let the strip mall fool you. Inside is warm and very nicely decorated. Sushi was fabulous, service great. Also, fun. My husband & decided that we will have to leave early from the airport more often just as an excuse to eat here! We did eat at the sushi bar but the tables looked great.

    (5)

  • Bea W.

    My Husband and I go here once a week. We get 2 rock-n-eel (skinny) rolls, 1 spicy tuna (the best spicy tuna in the seattle area!!) and usually agedashi tofu (the best we have ever had) and usually some noodles or miso.. there miso rocks too!! the place is pretty decked out with asian inspired decor and they usually have some sort of a special weekly theme or happy hour item/drink etc.. It's right by the toys r us in a strip mall in southcenter. WORTH THE DRIVE FROM SEATTLE!! GOOD PRICES / EXCELLENT SUSHI

    (5)

  • John Z.

    I'll have to admit this place was tricky to find, tucked away in a strip mall. When walked in, we noticed a group of Japanese business men sitting down for dinner. This was a good sign [so we thought]. We sat at the sushi bar and ordered the Spicy Tuna Roll, the Boo Roll [a Halloween special roll, Grilled King Crab Leg [small portion], and Miso Soup. There was also a small bowl of complementary Edemame which was a nice touch. By the way, the sushi chefs were very friendly and helpful when we asked questions. Hats off to great customer service! Now to the food... The Boo Roll was festively plated with orange and black fish roe but we were disappointed with the imitation crab meat. Seemed to be a popular roll, the sushi chef was cranking them out one after another at $10 a pop. The spicy tuna roll was the better of the two rolls we ordered but it wasn't quite up to par with other restaurants in the area. The tuna was fresh but the spice-o-meter was barely moving. Definitely need to be cranked up a few notches. The Grilled King Crab Leg was by far the best dish of them all. It was a nice portion which we split between the two of us. As for the Miso Soup...nothing special. By the time we were ready to leave the place was packed. It did take awhile for me to get a server to get my bill and then to get him to come back and run the credit card. No worries...it reflected in the tip [the beauty of working for tips]. I won't say the place was terrible but I don't think we'll be going back.

    (3)

  • Yiling W.

    It's a little expensive, but well worth the price for the, say, giant udon and tofu (with chicken) soup and a California bento box along with the delicious tea. In addition, a huge plus was the relatively hushed atmosphere. The place was quite full, including several Japanese groups (always a good sign at a Japanese restaurant), but I was still able to speak at a reasonable level and hear my dinner partner. That's a wonderful find these days. That was about two days ago, and I have just now finished the leftover soup (it was a little too heavily seasoned with shiitake mushroom for my taste, but still edible). Service was friendly and good.

    (4)

  • Michaela L.

    BEST sushi in the greater Seattle area. Unique flavors, fresh, incredibly tastey. Has something for everyone's liking. Small restaurant, sometimes a bit of a wait, but SO worth it. I can't say enough good things about this little place in a strip mall -- definitely a must eat !

    (5)

  • Thibaut C.

    THE PLACE: I love sushi and lived in the bay area for 5 years and it had lots of good sushi places. Now that i live in the Seattle area it took me a while to find a good Sushi place, but i finally found one. It's a little hard to find, right next the Southcenter Toys R US, and the half-price book store(good store). It's a medium size restaurant with simple/clean Japanese style (odd bathrooms though!). THE FOOD: First i ordered a spider roll(soft shell crab) a favorite of mine, that was good though i've had better. Then i ordered an assortment of Sushi, and the fish is where Myabi really shines. The pieces of fish on the sushi, where thickly cut and very fresh and tasty, melts in your mouth, a sign of fresh sushi. The best pieces of Sashimi I've had in WA state so far, on par with some of the best Bay Area offering. CONCLUSION: If you like Sushi/Sashimi (the fish), then you should definitely try this place. Rolls are OK too, haven't tried very many yet. Price is reasonable, maybe a bit pricey, but for the size/quality of the sashimi you get, it's definitely worth it.

    (5)

  • C C.

    Just okay sushi, friendly staff, fast service. Expensive lunch & I could of eatten twice that, but I just really didn't want to pay anymore money for just okay sushi.

    (2)

  • Criselda C.

    Wonderful decor they are market their restaurant by selling shirts with the Miyabi logo which actually looks cool. Right when you walk in someone greets you. The owner actually walks around to ask how everything is. Servers are normally helpful and know what is being served. I say normally because for a small place they get super busy but I use to be a server so i know how it can be when you work in a small area serving lots of people. I tend to go on weekends and they usually have a man that places the accordion. The bento box selections are great and priced just right and the sushi specials are delish. Lots of their sushi I can't find in any other sushi joints. I wish it was bigger sometimes but glad its at its locations because too big it would lose that intimate setting and friendly employees.

    (4)

  • Doug D.

    I've been to some of the best sushi restaurants in the US. NONE of them could hold a stick to Miyabi's. The fish is always fresh, rolls are perfectly prepared with complimentary ingredients, and service has always been excellent. This is the only restaurant I have ever thought of as a "5 starer". If you like sushi --- GO HERE.

    (5)

  • Wing F.

    I've only been to south center like three times in the 15 years I've lived in Seattle. Once was to go to a place near this, once I don't even remember, but once was to eat at Miyabi. It's a really nice little place in a strip mall next to a toys r us. The menu was diverse and staff friendly. Also, a plus it was family friendly and still comfortable. I won't drag my feet as much next time we travel south.

    (4)

  • Bjorn J.

    I stayed at a hotel nearby overnight on my way to Jackson Hole, and I got really good sushi here. So good that on my 2 week vacation in Jackson Hole I kept thinking about it, so when I returned and stayed overnight again at the airport, I visited again. And it was just as good as the first time. Will definitely visit again next time Im near Seattle. Plus a warm, lovely and smiley service. Love it.

    (4)

  • Happy M.

    We went there on a Saturday night. We thought the food was pretty good for the price and the service was good, too! We had the bento boxes which have salmon, chicken, sashmi and tampura. - we liked them all; we specially liked the miso soup - very tasty! There was an accordion player playing that night which we thought was pretty interesting. Apparently they have different types of music playing there throughout the week. Good food for what you pay for.

    (4)

  • Amber J.

    GREAT sushi, huge menu, beautiful atmosphere. I can't go often because it's pricey, but when I can, it's worth it. I suggest the Chirashi or any of their sashimi selection.

    (4)

  • Adam A.

    The sushi here is great. After having a couple bad experiences with places since moving to the area, my boss suggested this place, and it was fantastic. I went with my mom and we sat at the sushi bar. We had a bunch of sushi and rolls, and all were excellent. I've never had such fresh fish. The only complaint I have is that this kind of place ruins all other sushi places for me. A place like Blue C may have a cooler environment, but this place wins by far for taste.

    (5)

  • Michael N.

    Tucked away in a small corner of the many mini-strip malls outlining Southcenter Mall - this sushi joint is a real find! Great fresh fish that is oishii, exceptional service and a fun, festive atmosphere. If you work in the area this is a great alternative to many of the chain restaurants that proliferate in the area. If you don't work or live near Southcenter I would say that this place is well worth a 20 minute drive down I-5 for some sushi and other specialities that Chef Masa San creates behind the counter.

    (4)

  • Janson L.

    I am a big fan of sushi/teriyaki and frequented many establishments of this kind. With that said, I think the food is average and the price is a bit above avg. The atomsphere is cozy and relaxing. The dim lighting may be a great setting for dinner, but a bit strange for lunch...i guess i like to have a little light for lunch because i want to stay awake for the rest of the day. The service is excellent. If you are looking for a good place for a date, this may be an option. For lunch, i'll pass.

    (3)

  • H. K.

    This place was even better the second time around. The tofu steak was the absolute best tofu dish I've ever tried. The waitstaff is attentive, quick service, piping hot food, just a great restaurant.

    (5)

  • Kristine A.

    They have the best udon noodles! Service is kind of slow sometimes, but it's worth the wait. I like their salmon teriyaki also.

    (4)

  • The-Hoa H.

    I eat sushi at least twice a week so I know what I'm looking for. The first time I came into this place the staff were pretty friendly and welcoming. I sat down and ordered the octopus balls for appetizer..I asked how many pieces were in the dish and the waiter told me 6. It came with 5 and I asked the waiter again and he apologized. No big deal...I ordered the Rainbow roll for an entree...it took over twenty minutes for the dish to come out but the place was pretty busy and by the time my plate came I could see why it would take so long. Every dish the chefs make are made with great quality and detail. The fish was fresh....could taste the avocado in every bite....the unagi...maguro and salmon were all so tasty on the roll....price was fair....pretty high but not ridiculous...the woman who seemed to be running the show....pretty obvious was the owner brought my dish out and even got down to fix the wobbling table for me. Overall the experience was good...food was great....service was good...price should have been lower. Maybe I'll come back again if I'm in the area.....

    (4)

  • Molly D.

    Nice meal. Hawaiian theme week. Hard to find back of strip mall.

    (4)

  • Edward J.

    One of my favorite restaurants around my office for lunch. They offer bento box lunch special ranging from $7 - $8. Good portion and tasty. Usually you will get few pieces of california roll, teriyaki chicken/salmon, rice, soup, and salad. I have not tried their sashimi yet so can't really rate on that but the hot food is definitely really good in my opinion.

    (4)

  • Alex W.

    I haven't been to this restaurant in more than a decade. I'm sure the owners have changed since the last time I was here. What a pleasant surprise...the decor is relatively the same and very inviting but the sashimi was phenominal, melted like butter in my mouth. I went for lunch on a Monday and it was just as good as always if not better than the original The sushi chef was knowledgeable and staff was cute and friendly. Plus, they just added a happy hour 4:30-6pm. I'll BE BACK!

    (5)

  • Eddie L.

    lunches are great. love this place. price is perfect. food is really good. dinner are a little more expensive, but at least food is perfect and mood is great for dates.

    (5)

  • Alicia L.

    I was unimpressed. I always go to Sushiland with my coworkers, but I knew there was better quality sushi out there. So my search led me to Miyabi. Maybe it was just a bad tuna day...I ordered two different rolls with tuna and they were disgusting. The fish did not taste fresh in the slightest. I couldn't choke them down. At this point it was just one bad experience, but I probably won't go back. Service was not good either, they treated me like I was a burden. I sat with my miso soup for 15 minutes before I could find a server to bring me a spoon; it wasn't even my server.

    (1)

  • Erin W.

    I was a little hesitant to eat at Miyabi given that 1) it's in Tukwila and 2) it's located in a strip mall, but don't be shy about giving this little place a try. The sushi was very fresh - the geoduck nigiri I had came right out of puget sound and tasted liked the ocean (a good thing). The selection of rolls was not huge, but everything we tried was delicious. Our server was even nice enough to bring us some free miso soup. Oh, and they have Sapporo on tap, too. What's not to like about that?

    (3)

  • Paul C.

    Great sushi. Service was a little slow. I would rate the spider roll a 3. Tuna, mackerel were tasty. Would definitely go back. Seems to be a better lunch place.

    (4)

  • Lori L.

    You know you've chosen well when you see local business people in the restaurant. Good clean Japanese restaurant with friendly service. Lots of options on the menu. Hot tea that's actually served nice and hot, yummy sushi, and and the udon soup was good (it just needed a little more broth). We had the Happy Tuna and Go Mariners! rolls. Both were delicious. My favorite was the Go Mariners! roll.

    (4)

  • Chad B.

    I'm originally from Hawai'i, where the fish is fresh and Asian/Pacific Rim cuisine rocks! I haven't been to too many places around Seattle where I have been truly satisfied with some nearly-authentic Japanese cuisine. Each time I eat here, I try to taste a different dish and I've been please so far. However, I've never tasted their chicken katsu curry so I can't speak about that, as one critic puts it--unsatisfactory (soggy). From their hot soup dishes, noodles, sushi, teriyaki, etc, I was impressed with this hidden gem in the Southcenter area. Their decor changes every time I go there. And their bathrooms--very clean, smells great and they have seat warmers (not that I've ever sat on it!). Upon entry, the friendly and hospitable staff greets you with a typical "Irasshai-mase!" And before walking out the door, "Doomo arigatoo gozaimashita!" It's always been a great place to bring visitors and dine casually with affordable prices.

    (5)

  • Zoey P.

    Went here with my sister and friends. Great food, i meannnn it was just great!!!! The restaurant was pack but the service was very good. we didnt have to wait long to be seated. Had a great time here! it was expensive but the food and the experience i had worth the price! will be coming back

    (5)

  • Lovely L.

    Sashimi is delicious. I never experienced what others described "...it melts in your mouth" until this evening. It's almost like I know what love is... Also, if you're into flavored cold sake then give the Fuji Apple a try. You shouldn't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Vivian W.

    Been here a couple times now. I really do enjoy their sushi and sashimi, but I've had similar quality elsewhere for cheaper prices. The latest time I've been here, they remodeled their seatings inside the restaurant. Now, they have two long benches in the middle of the restaurant with smaller tables on the sides. It's awkward to be sitting on the long bench with other parties right next to you. I don't like this new design. I like my privacy and space when I eat out. They gave you free edamame for each party. We shared a Takoyaki for appetizer that was good, but not hot enough in my opinion, though the flavors were all there. This time, I ordered the Beef Stew with tofu, mushrooms, and veggies. It looked really good on the menu and I have never tried it before. The food came and it was huge! It came like in a big pot! The soup itself was too sweet for me. I did not know that it was going to be sweet instead of savory. :( boooo, not my thing. I think I'll stick to the sushi and sashimi next time at this place!

    (4)

  • Rachel M.

    The two times I've been here, it's been pretty busy and we had to wait forever for our plates, but it's always worth it. Always delicious and very friendly service.

    (4)

  • Stacey P.

    A co-worker raved about Miyabi so a bunch of us went. Tucked in the back corner of a strip mall Miyabi offers plenty of parking. The decor is quite nice, darker tones, small tables, a well lit sushi bar. We were immediately greeted and seated by the hostess who made pleasant small talk. That really is the only good things I can think of. I'm a nigiri fan with less desire to eat sushi rolls. I can see why a person who loves rolls would love this place. They have an amazing variety of rolls. Their nigiri, though, simply was not worth the price. I have paid similar prices at Daimonji in Georgetown and Sushi Cafe in Renton and eaten better quality fish. The salmon here was chewy, not buttery, the hamachi couldn't compete against the wasabi glob, and the ebi was slightly rubbery. Each nigiri piece had a glob of wasabi, which for wasabi lovers great, but I like the taste of fish and would prefer a lot less wasabi. Our waitress was very quiet and demure. She only stopped by to take our order and drop off the bill. She did not look happy to be there. We requested our bill split up, there were four of us so it should have been easy, but at the end she still combined it all and then was no where to be found to make the request again. Perhaps it was an off day, but with all the excellent sushi restaurants in King county I'm not sure when I'll return.

    (3)

  • Bao-Yen T.

    This place is a good alternative without taking a drive to Seattle for some good sushi. I have been here a couple of times and never been disappointed. PROS: Location: Located south of the Westfield Southcenter shopping center. It is in the same strip mall as Value Village, tucked next to the half price books. Ambiance: Small and cozy. The decor is simple but trendy. Seating are also available at the sushi bar which is nice to see the various types of sushi and artistic sushi rolls they were preparing. The bathrooms are very clean and unique with bidets installed in the toilet seats. Service: Extremely pleasant and attentive. Very helpful with the menu selection. Food: Extensive menu (Appetizers, salads, sushi/sashimi, rice bowls, meat/veggie/seafood, noodles, curry and deserts). I've had a couple of their sushi rolls in the past and it was extremely fresh and well prepared. The recent visit I had their bento box, customized to your liking. The price for a Bento box varies slightly depending on what sushi is served. I had the California roll bento box which was around $18. My meal started off with miso soup. Very fresh, homemade and piping hot. Tons of seaweed and chunks of tofu. Very cleansing. My bento box came with California roll, salmon, chicken teriyaki, rice, noodles w/ green salad, pickled veggies and fruit. The salmon was excellent, a bit on the salty side with crispy skin and cooked perfectly. I usually don't like salty foods but it balanced well with the rice and the noodles. The chicken teriyaki was served with all white meat. It was very tender and moist (white meat can easily be overcooked but it wasn't an issue). The sauce wasn't the typical thick sauce that you would get a teriyaki joint but it was rather light, tangy and not overly sweet. The skin of the chicken added a nice texture and flavor to the dish. The noodles were something that I have never had before. It's your typically spaghetti noodle tossed with a light green salad finished off with sesame oil. It was delicious. Great portion size. CONS: Price: It is not the cheapest place, but you will get your money's worth here. Space: Very small restaurant so there are limited seating. Expect long waits on the weekends and during dinner time.

    (4)

  • Vicky M.

    I'm a huge sushi fanatic and my goal is to try every sushi place in the world. Haha This place I heard good things about and read good things on Yelp so decided to stop by for lunch. I was greeted by the friendly host, and we were immediately seated. It looked busy because all the seats were taken. looking at the menu, they had a huge variety of sushi as well as other food. I ordered the sunny California to start, to see if their sushi is any good. I like to rate a sushi place based on how good their California rolls are. The order came in less than 10 minutes, and it looked amazing!!! I couldn't wait to dig in. As soon as I took the first bite, I knew this place was good. The sushi was freaking amazing!! This place has become a regular for me, the food is so fresh and yummy, the service is great and the wait is never too long. Overall: 10/10 Wait time: 9/10 Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10

    (5)

  • Teresa M.

    This place is always so busy! Several times I've gone elsewhere because there's a line out the door. I was finally able to snag the last spot at the sushi bar! They have several vegetarian options to choose from, which always makes me happy. Miyabi offers an intimate, dimly lit dining experience, with plenty to observe at the bar. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the plates come out - some of them are very elaborate! The food and the service were both great. Definitely worth it if you're in the area!

    (4)

  • Christine V.

    My favorite spot of all time here in Seattle. It's a hidden gem that sits next to a value village in southcenter but don't let that discourage you from going there! I mean it when I say that you just absolutely can't go wrong here. I would eat here every day if I could.. I almost practically do. go! You won't wanna miss the freshness that comes through here! Ladies! Go experience their restroom while you're here! Super random but it's a really cute one with a cool framed message on the wall. Baby friendly too with a changing bed.

    (5)

  • Julie N.

    Still deserve the 5 stars it earned a few years ago. For tonight's dinner, we got the half shell oysters to share and I got the uni shot, miso soup and sashimi plate. The pongu sauce in the uni shot was a tangy explosion, to be tried if you've never experienced it. It consists of sea urchin and quail egg yolk. The sashimi plate was a fresh assortment of tako, salmon, tuna and others and came with a bowl of white rice. Enjoyed being seated at the bar, got to watch and pick up some tips from the chefs making the sushi! And... This might be a little tmi but they have heated toilet seats in the bathroom!!

    (5)

  • Monica C.

    Two words: BENTO BOXES! I went to UW and you all know that those bento boxes that kept us alive during finals are not representative of a good bento box. I think this place has great selections and the bento comes out plentiful with miso soup, rice, salad, spaghetti noodle salad, japanese pickles, and TWO entrees/sides and sometimes pieces of fruit. This is my go to order because I enjoy everything and love being able to customize depending on my mood. Salmon teriyaki is my favorite! The fish is perfectly cooked, tender and the glaze is sweet and caramelized, the salmon skin can get soggy but I don't care for it anyway. The chicken version can be rubbery, I wouldn't order it. The veggie croquette is crunchy, it's a tad bland but I always ask for spicy mayo on the side so it's actually pretty tasty. The potato mash inside is smooth with pieces of corn and peas, another good choice is the beef yaki or gyoza tempura. The tempura order is kind of not worth it, they fry up random veggies that aren't always appetizing and you get one piece of shrimp. The nabeyaki udon is GOOD! The udon is cooked just right, not falling apart but has a nice bite and chew. The broth tastes authentic, it came out at the right temperature, aromatic and I thought the flavor was spot on. The egg was still runny, veggies crisp and the presentation was pretty. You eat with your eyes first, so I thought the colors, toppings, etc was executed well. Sushi is up to par with my expectations. The Godzilla roll, white tiger, baked scallop & dragon are my picks. It's pretty pricy, +$12 a roll for the specialty rolls, so I haven't been having sushi here lately because my husband plows through sushi like no other. We end up at Sushiland because we can easily spend over a hundred bucks if we wanted to get a sushi fix, it can get pricy really quick. With that being said, the sushi is made well. Fish and ingredients are fresh, if you're just doing happy hour with a girlfriend, you can get away with sharing a roll or two. I recently asked for a spider handroll and got turned down lol. Kind of disappointing, I didn't understand why it was impossible to make this. Desserts: the green tea tiramisu and mango cheesecake are from Hiroki. It's being sold here +$3 more than at the actual bakery. I would recommend you hit up Hiroki in person because the desserts I had at Miyabi tasted old, I realized this after taking it home. The mango cheesecake tasted spoiled, we had to throw it out and although the green tea tiramisu tasted fine, the cake layers weren't soft anymore and the matcha cream wasn't light and airy. I would recommend the tempura ice cream, that's pretty good but portions are small. It's shareable but you'll probably get only a few bites a person, for $8 you would expect more than just a scoop of fried green tea ice cream. Make sure you voice your issues if something falls through the cracks. They are accommodating, I've had some issues with my order and miscommunication but because it's usually resolved with a smile, not going to dock stars for that :)

    (4)

  • Catherine N.

    This place is very very good! Freshly made in front of you if you sit at the sushi bar. Some are a bit pricey but it's worth it. The waiters and chefs are very kind and always check up on you. Only been there two times but it was both amazing. First time had a little long of a wait for food but it was worth the wait. Totally recommend this place!

    (5)

  • Mark G.

    This is sushi place is highly recommended in the Tukwila area. We went here for a co-worker's birthday and she really talked it up, so I had some pretty high expectations for this place. Walking in, you will notice that the inside is very nice. Like typical Japanese restaurants, they greet you in Japanese and are very friendly. They had a few TVs and the bar area was already full. The bar area definitely looked like the area to be in for lunch. Other than that, I'm not sure what all the hype is all about because I did not think the food met my expectations. I had a rainbow roll and some california rolls and they were slightly above average (Granted, I go to places like Japonessa and Wasabi Bistro pretty frequently). Pair that with the outrageous price and you have a pretty overrated sushi joint. I do want to mention that they have a lot of selection within their menu. They offer not only sushi but tempura, teriyaki and udon as well.

    (3)

  • Anita C.

    Food are good but it is kind of pricy. You get to see the chef make the dish fresh, restaurant back ground is like Japan life style

    (4)

  • S W.

    Best sushi i have found in the area. Always clean and friendly. Delicious hot tea and amazing food! Sunny Crisp is my favorite roll ever! The bento is also very desirable. They have a "speghetti salad" with a mayonnaise dressing (so tasty). Ive gotten my friends hooked on Miyabi too. My life-long sushi spot!

    (5)

  • Xuan-Nhi N.

    Okay, okay so I went back 2 years later & it wasn't bad. My first experience made me never want to come back, but I was craving for sushi & was in the area so I caved in & gave it another try. Fresh sushi, great service this time, I was very happy. The prices could be a little cheaper still, but that's all I can complain about. Their fatty tuna is delicious & their poke was perfect, seriously good sushi. Maybe it was better this time because I went when they weren't busy.

    (4)

  • Joe C.

    Great vibes and a courteous staff. Very helpful and accommodating with allergen requests. Will definitely be coming here again!

    (4)

  • Christine S.

    Wow..... Spendy but so worth it. Phenomenal sushi! Best sushi place around! Moved to our top choice! Speechless. Fresh and everything was impeccable and delicious!

    (5)

  • Asami B.

    This was my first time eating here. I ordered the yakiniku lunch and it was delicious. The food was great and plentiful. Definitely worth the price for the quantity and quality. Service was nice and friendly.

    (5)

  • K T.

    Wonderful food.. Uni to die for ! Sashimi is not the best that i have ever had but definitely on the top. Only problem I have is very slow to seat you and the food is slow to come out. The service however is good, can't blame the servers for how quickly the kitchen can get things done. Cute atmosphere. The waiting benches hurt your bum so better to sand outside or sit on the curb :) From California but would definitely come again if I'm around in the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Ronda B.

    I came here hoping to find amazing sushi. I was just on lunch so I needed to pick it up to go, and I was glad they had this option. The menu they handed me had no prices, but with sushi I can understand items being sold by each piece. I went ahead and ordered 6 Salmon Nigiri and a Seafood jumbo roll (6 pieces). This was 30$. This was about 10$ more than I expected, but I went ahead thinking there would be enough for tomorrows lunch, and good quality. Sadly they "jumbo" was not jumbo, the quality of the Salmon was so-so, very small strips and the seafood roll was very bland. I was extremely disappointed with this, especially after paying 30$. Would -not- recommend to anyone, and again very sad. I see a bunch of positive reviews on this place, so I am not sure why I had such bad luck.

    (2)

  • Barry I.

    I love this place. This is my favorite Japanese in the area. I come here when I travel to Seattle. I've tried the bento boxes and the fancy sushi rolls. All tasty. It's a small restaurant. Wait time could be an issue.

    (4)

  • Robin H.

    I can only review this place for the sushi - but it was excellent. I started out with a bowl of miso soup - delicious - not watered down like I have had in other places - a full flavored broth. Next on to the sushi - I ordered a Dragon roll and a Rock n Eel. The Dragon was good but what really knocked my socks off was the Rock n Eel. Wow - I would definitely come back just for that one. Only issue is that it is big in circumference so it is hard to eat a whole piece at once. But I am not complaining. Staff was attentive and professional. Reasonal prices for the amount that you get.

    (4)

  • Hana N.

    I was craving sushi the entire day so I took my mom and daughter out for an early Mother's Day dinner celebration. The atmosphere was very inviting. The staff were very kind. They honored my request by sitting us at a table that was more private and not in the middle where others can hear us. It was a busy night but they managed to get our food within 15-20 minutes. My daughter loved her bento kids plate. My mom loved her udon noodles and jumbo sushi...& i, of course loved my sushi & sashimi plate, salmon sushi and miso soup. It was our first time there and everything was perfect. Definitely exceeded my expectations. I will be coming back again. Thank you for the delicious food and awesome service.

    (5)

  • Amrit G.

    IT WAS SO HOT DAMN YUMMY! We had ordered Dragon, Southcenter (ha), and Sunrise Salmon which was my favorite. So much flavor, and even though I bet each piece is like 200 calories, I wanted to swallow the plate whole. It is a little pricey, but it kind of hurts your soul when you buy cheaper foods that don't bring you any satisfaction. So it's worth it. Can't wait to go back so I can try other stuff once my socioeconomic status improves, fml.

    (5)

  • Kathleen C.

    I give this place 2 slash 3, decided to round down because I probably won't suggest to ever come back. I came with a group of about 13 on a Friday night w/ reservations. Food: Chirashi bowl at $23. It was just ok. Not a ton of fish, but good enough for me. Maybe not so much for bigger eaters. My friend kept making fun of me because a few of the fish were obviously not appetizing and I was avoiding eating them. Ok good laughs on a bad thing. Thanks for the jokes, crappy sashimi! It was mushy looking and tasted just that way. Some of the fish were ok/normal. I love sushi on lake union and Ginza both have better sashimi at similar pricing. Service: Our server was coo, but I think he was having trouble dealing with a large party. I don't wanna give too much crap about it because he wasn't mean or anything, just kinda didn't handle things great. It took a really long time and 2 requests to get tea. Also, he really didn't explain what "gratuity tax" was (see explanation below) besides that it's not something they get to keep and that it needs to be collected although I've never seen it on any other check in my life. Sooo what is it? I think the servers need to understand it before charging customers. Cons about the dinner experience: 1) Cake fee: The menu states that there is a cake fee of $1/person if you bring in one. I think that's ridiculous. That can potentially be half the cost of a cake for a large party. Whatever. So if you gonna charge it, you better cut that cake and serve it to us. Not just give us plates and knives to do it ourselves. Why are we paying a fee for no service provided? 2) Gratuity Tax. Wth is this? There was an enforced 18% gratuity on a large party. Ok customary. But then they charged 9.5% sales tax on that 18%. Hmmm. If we were a smaller group without an enforced gratuity, we would not be assessed a gratuity tax. Sooo I don't get it. I wish someone at the restaurant knew to explain to us. I just did a quick search, very little about said topic and especially not for the state of Washington, but I understand it a little more now. I still can't tell if this is what WA follows. Enforced gratuity is treated as if it's part of the sales price of the meal and thus sales tax is applied. If the tip was voluntary then it is not considered part of the sales price and therefore not subject to sales tax. I think that's bogus on the state's part. Sooo what about other restaurants that do this? I don't know why this is the first one I've seen. It's not Miyabi's fault if the tax really is legit. I would complain about Miyabi less if they explained this reasoning to me, but their lack of knowledge on this topic is very odd and unprofessional. Overall, so so food, weird business practice, I will likely not return. To top this, I went to Miyabi 45th a year ago and it was not all that either. So Miyabi in general, I don't care too much for.

    (2)

  • Lisa M.

    Prices were kinda high for sushi, but after eating the sashimi, we realized why- it melted in our mouths. In fact, the fish was of such an unusually rich color, that I think they actually filet up the fish in the kitchen and bring it straight to your table, it tasted and looked THAT fresh. Hubby had the sushi and sashimi plate for about $26. it came with two types of ca roll and the multiple types of sashimi. I had a spicy tuna roll and shrimp tempura roll crunch roll. The spicy tuna was pretty spicy, but I liked it, and the shrimp tempura was perfect. Both rolls filled me up for sure. Besides the good yelp reviews, we could tell that place was going to be good by the mixed crowd that was dining there. Our service was great, and they utilized their space well inside. We had a nice corner table and enjoyed our meal immensely!

    (4)

  • Trek Geek R.

    Sushi is just OK and overpriced. Service a bit slow. Yakisoba noodles are tasty, presented in a very appetizing and enticing manner, and are priced appropriately. Teriyaki is good and priced right. Desserts are *meh* and way overpriced. Oolong tea and soda - they charge $2.50, PLUS another $1.00 for EACH refill, so beware. Explanation is that they use cans and have to open another one for each refill. That also means warm soda and rapidly melting ice. The upcharge to serve you a can of soda is ridiculous. The profit margin in soda and tea is already huge. #Greedy Summary - if you can't go somewhere good, this place will do. We continue to go back, but are just careful of what we order.

    (3)

  • Joe Y.

    Food is OK, service is below average. The ridiculous thing is that they tax 18% after tax(party of 4), they even add tax to you tip, yes, they tax your tip. When I brought this up, the waiter stated that they didn't do anything illegal and refused to fix it.

    (1)

  • Molly F.

    I've lived in Chicago, NYC and LA before moving to Seattle. One of the disappointment I have about this beautiful city is having lack of good restaurants (along with the rainy/gloomy weather). I'm not even talking about super expensive restaurants managed by celebrity chefs. Seattle people are so generous with their reviews/rating so even the highly rated restaurants are just mediocre in my opinion. Then I found MIyabi. It doesn't have the decor/ambience of Canlis but I will dine here anytime over Canlis. I have to be honest though, I have not tried all of their kitchen food since I usually order sushi/rolls. Good variety of sushi/rolls with reasonable price. I would give them 5 stars but had to deduct 1 for their service. They're friendly but kind of slow and I had to ask for obvious things like soy sauce plate (they should've brought it if I'm ordering sushi), spoon for udon or water, etc.

    (4)

  • Jacquelyn D.

    Oct 17th. My better half birthday. I also joined there check in program located at the front with the receptionist. I seriously am so upset knowing I didn't find this place till after I gave birth. I ate a lot of Japanese food while I was pregnant. What a shame. Hands down the best place ever. There service is great. They really are just so nice and polite. We received a complimentary birthday tempura sunday! I ordered the super salmon roll, miso, bento (mackerel broiled) oyster fry, squid karrage, and oyster bacon. Beer!! My son loves his bento so cute and entertaining!

    (5)

  • Robert C.

    Wonderful,fresh, good service & descent price! I'd recommend to all sushi lovers. Every time that I travel thru this area I stop by & I've never been disappointed.

    (4)

  • Mike J.

    Great night of sushi and fun! Walked in and only had to wait about 10 minutes on a Saturday night about 6pm. Looks like much later you'll have a wait, or need a reservation. Don't typically eat at the sushi bar but did. It was fun and great service all around. Sushi was great, clean and reasonably priced. Overall great place and will be back! Oh they had live music some older guy playing the bag some old school instrument. Was a nice touch!

    (4)

  • John S.

    First of all before doing a review or considering reading reviews you should know that this is a sushi joint. Run and owned by a Japanese family. It's a Japanese restaurant and not American. So people complaining about portions shouldn't be... Complaining. I have lived in Japan for 4 years and I gotta say Miyabi is an excellent restaurant and deserves a 5 star. Their sushi is authentic and follows the Japanese tradition. Sushi is art and not something you should be pigging on, feeling full and bloated like must burger joints that Americans serve. If that's what you are looking for then you came to the wrong place to eat. But if you are looking for the most authentic Japanese restaurant in the Southcenter area then you've found it. They might not have a classy or more modern looking building but don't judge a book by it's cover. This place is a work of art. I felt like I was back in Yokohama on my date. Their sushi is very fresh and made by Japanese people, and not bunch of Mexicans making sushis like in Sushiland or most sushi places you see today. I'm talking about real real sushi. For 5 years I have never tasted sushi so great, that I am furious with all the bad rating this place gets (and they're not even great reasons to). If they're busy then it means it's popular AND this place is located not somewhere you would see in the main street, and is hidden. Unless you had someone bring you here or tell you about it, you wouldn't know about it. This is also not a convior belt type of sushi joint and is very expensive, but worth it! I love the atmosphere and the constant great customer service they gave me even on a very busy day. I will be back for more and will recommend this to anyone wanting to experience the real Japanese sushi restaurant experience.

    (5)

  • Nicole D.

    My boyfriend and I went to Miyabi for lunch and he ordered a bento, I order the sashimi lunch, and we both shared the south enter rolls. We had a great time at this place. The waiters were great and they seem to always check in on us. At first we thought the portions were small, but it turned out to be perfect. It seemed like the sashimi literally melted inside my mouth. Everything was great and it was the best sushi experience both my boyfriend and I had.

    (5)

  • Zachery M.

    One of my favorite sushi places in the Seattle Metro area. It isn't too large a place and I've seen several nights where there is a little wait during the dinner rush but it has always been worth it for the quality of sushi I've gotten at Miyabi. I personally really love the Rainbow roll, the Seattle Roll, the Sounder roll, and the California sunshine roll. I've been there about 5 times and I've always left completely satisfied.

    (5)

  • Becca C.

    Make a reservation, seriously. I know it's Southcenter, but I went on a Wednesday, and every seat in the house was taken, so I was glad I heeded the warnings on Yelp. Breezed right in and sat down; it was uncomfortably warm in the restaurant, but Seattle's been suffering from 90+deg weather the past week which is unusual. Sushi was very fresh and yummy. Salmon Sunrise, Southcenter, and Dragon is what we had. Favorite was the Salmon Sunrise, the seared salmon with honey mustard sauce paired well together. Service was very friendly and they had very clean facilities. Good place to visit.

    (4)

  • Alden C.

    I believe the night we went to this Miyabi location it was on a Sunday and it was very busy. Despite the place being busy we did in fact get seated right away and there was no wait involved. Miyabi seemed understaffed though the night we were here. It seemed like only one waitress was working the entire restaurant and therefore we waited quite a bit. It didn't help that fact that a group from California was there and one girl was throwing a fit because a caviar egg was touching her vegan sushi that they ordered and that she SIMPLY couldn't eat it because of that and she would just have to go home. (Eyeroll) That is why I will NEVER work in a restaurant. No need to encourage bad behavior and coddling entitlement which is what the restaurant staff thought they had to do. So that was a HUGE time suck for a lot of diners and you could tell just looking at some diners that they were frustrated with the wait. The staff though were great and had a great attitude. They knew there was a big lag in people getting served so we got two helpings of edamame to compensate and that was very nice. Having a positive and sincere attitude amongst challenges goes a long way. I ordered a Spicy Tuna Roll and when it did arrive it was delicious! It was wonderfully fresh and had an amazing taste to it. Steve got a roll too of some kind which I don't entirely recall what it was but it was delicious as well. I hope the long wait at Miyabi was a rare event because this location is set up very nice but I don't know if I want to wait a long time every time I go there.

    (4)

  • Alex N.

    Miyabi is one of the best Japanese spots down in the Tukwila/SeaTac area. Have been in on multiple occasions and it's always busy, but I've never had to wait longer than 10 minutes. Last time I went for dinner, I ordered the California Bento ($18.95) and chose Chicken Teriyaki and Tonkatsu to go with it. I really liked that you could choose TWO items instead of one, like most places. The portion sizes were enough, I believe there were eight pieces of the Cali rolls and the Katsu and Teriyaki were a perfect amount to compliment it. I've also been in for lunch, and enjoyed it too, the Nigiri Lunch ($13.95) is what I would recommend to someone looking for a genuine sushi experience. I definitely look forward to heading back to Miyabi in the near future.

    (5)

  • Nate H.

    THEY COME FROM EVERYWHERE!!!! Came by myself here on Business, sat at the bar. Hostess tells me to take a seat and she'll follow with a menu. As I sit a waiter comes out of nowhere and hands me a menu. Another waiter walks by asking what I'd like to drink, a bus boy overhears and hands me my water on the spot. My water glass was filled by 5 different people and never reached empty. Sushi is Delish and prompt. I recommend the Blazing Godzilla and the Dragon roll. Staff is excellent and courteous. If you're staying close to the airport this should be a pit stop for you. Fat Kid

    (5)

  • Wen M.

    I was craving for sukiyaki and remembered I came here a while back ago . So I went in for a late lunch around 2pm. Only a few tables of people there so it's a bit quieter than usual. The service was quick since they close at 2:30 for lunch service. They were taking last call. My good came in 10 minutes after the miso soup and small salad. The beef sukiyaki was a good portion with a side of white rice. The flavor is a bit sweet but that's what sukiyaki usually is. I really didn't have any room for more food although I was temped to order some other items. I am glad the service was quick and good this time. I will just need to remember to come at a relatively slower time. I will be back !

    (4)

  • Marcie C.

    The customer service here is AMAZING! My husband, one-year, and I stopped by here on our way home from a birthday party to pick up sushi to take home. The host/waiter was absolutely superb! After letting us know it would be a 15-20 minute wait, he then set us up at a table with drinks so we wouldn't be standing in the cold doorway with our toddler. It was the nicest thing anyone has done for us at a restaurant! The food ending up taking about 45 minutes, but it was really good! The sashimi was fresh and the jumbo seafood roll was huge! We will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Vanessa V.

    Sushi perfection! When we want good sushi this is were we go. Always busy and hard for big groups but the food never disappoints.

    (4)

  • Julianne D.

    Went there for lunch today! Service was very quick for how busy their lunch rush was at the moment. Got their chirashi bowl! Very accommodating for substitutions when I asked to switch out some of the fish selections. The fish tasted fresh and the portions were generous. Lunch special also came with a bowl of miso soup an salad. Definitely worth the price at $15! Would be going back soon hopefully!

    (4)

  • Brad E.

    This place was legit. We started out with the requisite miso and edamame. Edimame wasn't too spicy. The miso was nicely balanced and a good way to start. The maguro sashimi came out next and tasted very fresh (i know it's all frozen but how else to you describe good raw fish?). Next came the red dragon roll, white tiger roll, and happy tuna roll. The happy tuna roll was a spicy tuna roll with plenty of fish. It had enough spice but was not over powering. The white tiger roll was very creamy and delightful...seemed like dessert. The seared albacore with the crab salad were just over the top. Definitely a do over.

    (5)

  • Clarissa C.

    My favorite Japanese restaurant in Seattle so far! I've been here a couple times already and I always get the bento boxes because you get more bang for your buck that way. The salmon teriyaki is my favorite bento item and the best I've had. It's simply delicious and it's all in the sauce, which is tangy and flavorful. They put a lot of extra side dishes (fruit, salad, veggies, & noodle salad) in their bento too. This place gets packed on the weekends so make reservations if you want to avoid the wait. Also, great customer service and the staff is always friendly! They are family owned and how their business is ran shows it.

    (4)

  • Christina H.

    I came here after a 10 hour flight straight from Sea-Tac tired and grumpy. I ate and I drank, and I was a happy woman. Reservation is highly recommended. We were running late - flight delay. They were very understanding about our schedule change - and seated us very quickly at a very busy night. Their menu is extensive. It's has Izakaya dishes other than regular sushi, tempura, bento stuff. I have been to their other location, Miyabi 45th, but I only had ramen and an appetizer then. The Renton location has bigger menu. Cocktails - I had 2 Miyabi P&L. They are VERY good. (Warnings: Plum wine is tasty, but be careful how much you consume). If you are the adventurous kind, you must try Uni Shot. Also, Assorted Yakitori Grilled squid Miso Stew with pork intestine and vegetable Grilled hamachi Kama Any kind of croquettes Others worth mentioning - Bento - sashimi - hand rolls are very popular between my 2 kids I think I could have more Uni shots if it did not come last after 2 Miyabi cocktails. In conclusion, don't judge this place by it's strip mall location. Miyabi is worth the drive

    (5)

  • Joel F.

    Some of the best (for the price) sushi around here. Great atmosphere, staff, food. It's all good.

    (5)

  • Nathan R.

    I really love coming here because the service is so great and the food is delicious as well! Best Japanese restaurant I've been to! There is one Japanese lady who is a server that is very polite. She is very attentive and got my drink very fast! I always like getting their Bento Lunches. Any combination is good! Their dessert is so amazing! The banana tempura and deep fried ice cream are to die for! I'm going to keep coming back here for sure!

    (5)

  • Mariel L.

    What can I say! I have been a regular very satisfied happy customer of MIYABI from many many years as I can remember!! When they first opened (18years ago) and I have been returning any chance I get! I am a very picky eater as far as quality and this place TOPS it for me without having to go splurge in a very fancy Japanese restaurant! I've ordered pretty much everything on their menu! In addition to excellent quality foods they serve, the ambience is outstanding! The decor changes based on the season and Japanese arts are Incorporated In their interior designs! They have excellent happy hour menu and also from time to time, they have music performers come in & play! I love this place so much that sometimes I don't like to share it but very worth your trip here be it lunch or dinner!

    (5)

  • Paul F.

    Bit of a wait, but the sushi and sashimi was killer. We will be back. Order a lot of sushi and it comes out every 10 or 15 minutes.

    (4)

  • Thu L.

    I called in to order take out. I ordered two rolls and chicken teriyaki. They said it was gonna take 20 minutes to be ready. I got there in 30. The waitress was kind enough to double check if my order was correct. My sushi rolls were there but they messed up on the chicken teriyaki. So they told me I had to wait another 15 minutes. Finally, after 25 minutes total, the chicken teriyaki came out. I didn't get a complimentary side or anything for them messing up my order. And by the time I got home, my sushi rolls were cold. I'm giving them one star for the waitresses being nice to me and apologizing. But I would've thought I was gonna get something more in return for their mistake. I am disappointed.

    (1)

  • Katey M.

    I went here for Dinner with an old Co-Worker friend and I'm only disappointed in the fact that I NEVER went here before. I ordered the Yakisoba with beef...AMAZING!!! In fact probably the best Yakisoba I've had. Very flavorful and the pickled daikon garnish just really made this dish even more spectacular. My friend ordered her go to Salmon dish, and we split three rolls. The portions were nice for the price, Rolls, fresh and quality of fish excellent!! Service was very friendly and prompt there is really nothing I could say that is negative about this place. I am definitely going to this place again.

    (5)

  • Foodie M.

    My husband and I stumbled across this place while we were waiting for a table at nearby Thai Restaurant Bai Tong. We told the hostess that we just wanted to order a few drinks and she seated us promptly at the sushi bar. My husband ordered Sapporo and I had cold sake, both of which also arrived pretty quickly. The atmosphere was great, it felt like we were in a restaurant in Japan. Half of the people eating there were Japanese, which means the food is truly authentic! While drinking we watched the sushi chef skillfully slice fresh tuna, salmon and other types of fish. We both looked at each other and decided that we would definitely come back for dinner another time. A few months passed and we returned with big appetites for dinner. We ordered chicken teppanyaki, the Mt. Rainier Roll and a bento dinner with sashimi, chicken katsu, which also comes with misc. side dishes (pickled veggies, spaghetti, fruit and rice). Everything was absolutely delicious!! We can't wait to return so we can try other dishes.

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    2 nights in a row - had to squeeze it in while in town. The Mt. Ranier is the most awesome roll ever.

    (5)

  • Kay N.

    I am a fan. It is a pretty good sushi place if you're looking to eat some in tukwila area. We had the seared salmon - I wish it tasted more grilled or had seared taste. We also ordered the dragon sushi and some kind of spicy roll. Both were good. Service was friendly. It was a Hawaii week which they do occasionally. They had an awesome singer who saw Hawaiian tunes and someone even hula. It is definitely a kid friendly place too.

    (4)

  • Kazi R.

    nice staff and pretty good bento box with large portions. kinda fast service soo that's good. also it's a nice trendy environment. However, they do charge for refills.

    (5)

  • Cayla B.

    just went today, the food was very good! the most i like is the oyster shot , Im giving it 4 stars because its a little expensive and the wait is long.

    (4)

  • Trina Tram L.

    This place has amazing sushi! You can so easily miss this place but the sushi was fresh and yummy to my tummy. The service was great and the chef was very nice to us. Also they have one of those awesome Japanese toilet! Super cool!

    (4)

  • Michelle M.

    I am giving 2 stars my husband's sukiyaki was sublime. My tonkatsu was, for $15, unforgivable. Over-cooked and tough, TINY, and accompanied by too little sauce on the side. With the tiny portion, I also received a few strands of grated cabbage and a heap of noodles coated on what seemed to be mayonnaise mixed with liquid smoke--inedible! Oh, and the clincher, a half cup of rice with the meal. Really? A half cup?! We will not be back. Friends, choose Koharu in Federal Way. There is no reason the consider this place when Koharu is at hand and absolutely superior in every way, from service to flavor to value.

    (2)

  • Chris G.

    2 stars because I love the food, but the wait time is out of this world!!! 55 minutes for 3 sushi rolls on a Wednesday night around 8:00??? Too bad! Loved the food but the manager just told me "sorry for the long wait, next time you come, expect to wait for sushi...." Really!?!? Long waits on sushi in a sushi place..... Enough said!

    (2)

  • Matt S.

    We go to Miyabi pretty regularly, it's our favorite casual Japanese place down south. They offer a very good value for well executed Japanese food. Everything on their menu is pretty solid, we've never had a bad meal and we go there probably twice a month. My girlfriend is partial to their Nebayaki Udon and Saba Shio and I have a hard time turning away the sashimi platter with the bento box combination... but we've also tried a lot of other dishes and have never been disappointed. There is typically a small wait but lately it hasn't been as bad. If you're looking for a very good Japanese place that won't break the bank - you can't go wrong with Miyabi! If you love Miyabi and are up on the eastside, you should try out Izumi - it's similarly awesome :)

    (5)

  • Christian B.

    It's hard to argue with the quality of sushi you'll find at Miyabi. I want some right now as I'm writing it. You'll pay more for this sushi, but it's definitely a step up from Blue-C sushi and several steps up from sushi land. If you get an opportunity to go here, do it, you won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Eric T.

    Anytime in the seatac area i try to squeeze in a stop at myiabi for lunch or dinner. The sushi is always delicious, and i am huge fan of their saba, uni and hamachi. Talking about rolls...well you gotta try the white tiger with their special sauce.

    (5)

  • Roy T.

    An excellent sushi restaurant -- one of the best in the area. We enjoyed a large variety of sushi and side dishes (izakaya-style). Service was spot-on and responsive. Cost is on par with the quality so if you want cheap sushi then go elsewhere. Here, you get what you pay for. The space is on the smaller size and they are definitely popular so get here early or plan on waiting a while.

    (4)

  • Pelly C.

    Went there to have lunch with a friend. Was told to be there early since it gets very busy. Walked in at 11:15 and was seated right away. Ordered green tea and a couple of appetizers which were served piping hot iwithin 10 minutes. The karaage chicken was crispy and moist. The agedashi tofu was lightly fried the way it suppose to be. Although these were appetizers, we felt they were overpriced for a few small pieces of chicken and a few small tofu squares. I ordered the curry katsu chicken and my friend ordered the chicken yakisoba. Both were served hot and within 10 minutes and cooked perfectly. Overall the quality of the food and service were very good. The restaurant filled up quickly. Because they served so quickly the wait was not too long for customers who came in at noon. I held off on giving 5 stars cause the portions were pretty small for the price. Don't go there expecting bang for the buck. This is good food at a premium.

    (4)

  • Alex F.

    This is my go-to restaurant for all special occasions. It is absolutely beautiful inside - make sure you take a trip to the restroom! The service is awesome and the sushi is incredible. I cannot comment on anything other than the sushi and drink selection because I am a creature of habit and have not tried their other dishes. I went here (among many other times) for Valentine's Day and my birthday and got free gifts both times, too! Just moved to Renton, can't wait to bother these guys even more often now.

    (5)

  • Joy Z.

    I have been here for three times, and have tasted their katsu curry rice, katsudon, sukiyaki beef, bento box, tonkatsu, nigiri box and half-dozen oyster. All the dishes were super great. I love their tonkatsu so much. It had the same taste I had in Hong Kong. Just love this place!!

    (5)

  • Lisa E. L.

    amazing 5 course meals for 2. Extremely tasty!! But parking is a huge issue here ... I got a ticket :(

    (4)

  • Staci K.

    My new favorite sushi bar! I live in Kent but it is worth the drive to South Center! The sushi itself is amazing the guys at the sushi bar are friendly and very helpful. A+++

    (5)

  • Kaci P.

    The food is yummy but the service is bad. Everything takes extremely long to come out. We ordered at 7:05pm and it didn't come out until 8:15pm. Our server never comes and check on us, we constantly have to wave aggressively to get their attention. And when we asked for extra water or dipping sauce it takes an extra 30mins for us to get it and that's with us reminding them multiple times. We came there for our friend's bday and brought our own cake and they charged us $8 for "cake fee" FOR OUR OWN CAKE! Sushi is good is good but the service is horrible

    (2)

  • Michelle R.

    Miyabi is by far the best sushi I have ever had. I even feel comfortable eating raw shellfish like scallops here - which by the way, are delicious! With a huge menu of both sushi and many other items, there is something for everyone - from chicken teriyaki to beef tongue soup. The chicken katsu here is seriously amazing and I think everyone should try it at least once! All the dishes have a made from scratch taste, not heavily oily at all, fresh and tasty. The menu has a decent cocktail and sake list too! Miyabi has a beautiful sushi bar and has made great use of the space with just the right number of tables without feeling crowded. The owners work with their staff and you can tell they love what they do. Very warm and friendly environment with live music (which I know is on the weekends and I think I've seen other times as well), there was an accordion player last time I had the pleasure of visiting. Even after trying many other sushi places, this easily remains my favorite. Love it, love it!

    (5)

  • Katy Lou J.

    Only giving 4 stars because the server we had was terrible! Food it fantastic! Had the rainier roll, and the beef sukiyaki was great!

    (4)

  • Kyle M.

    The food was great and it was a great experience. The service was okay, but could most definitely be improved. Great value for your buck.

    (4)

  • Ann K.

    3.75. Love the grilled mushroom ( buttet) spinach with slightly sweet but light Japanese mayonnaise. It is a short drive from the SEA airport. The super salmon roll is not so super. The sushi rice is soggy the salmon is very thin slice. Not good.

    (3)

  • Amy E.

    What a cute and fun restaurant. The first thing I noticed were the cool paper lamps hanging from the ceiling. I am glad Tukwilla has a decent sushi restaurant. The place has a fun and casual atmosphere. The wait staff dress in Japanese attire. The girls are pretty and have that cute Japanese accent. The food is good. There are many options to choose from. You can have sushi, sashimi, rolls, bento boxes, noodles, and more. I usually go for the sushi, the seafood jumbo roll or a bento box with saba fish. It depends on my mood. Once in a while I get fish that is not as fresh as I would like, but most of the time they are very good. The prices are reasonable and the service is excellent. This is a good place to go on any occasion.

    (4)

  • Julia A.

    The sushi was good but the service was not. It was difficult to get the attention of any wait staff as they all seemed very busy. They forgot part of our order but by the time we were able to flag someone down, we were nearly done with our meal and asked to cancel the parts they forgot. Would come back maybe for take out but not to dine in. Side note: this place had an Accordion player as their entertainment. I thought he was great and tipped him on the way out despite the fact that it seemed very out of place in a Japanese restaurant.

    (3)

  • Emily B.

    I would consider myself a very finicky sushi eater...as in I LOATHE crappy fish. I have eaten in probably upwards of 50 different sushi bars around the pacific (I travel). I was spoiled for years in having made very good friends with a "classically" (trained in JAPAN) sushi master. He would buy fresh fish every week from the docks in LA and it was amazing. The first thing I order in any new place to check the fish quality is Tuna and Yellowtail. Yellowtail quality was better than the tuna I will say. Tuna was decent though. After that I asked the chef what his favorite roll was, he asked if I could handle spicy....uh duh, so he suggested the Godzilla roll. I have to say it was very good. Not so spicy that it drowned out the flavors of the eel. Service was attentive from both the sushi chef (he was consistently, but not overbearingly checking to see if i wanted more food or another beer) and waiters. For a Wednesday night the place was pretty full! I have to say I am a little baffled by the poor reviews, I saw 5 waiters with a full house and no one seemed to be going without.

    (4)

  • Emily G.

    My brother and I came here for dinner tonight and had an absolutely horrible experience. We are from California and, in our city, always have great sushi. We showed up at about 7:15and it was pretty packed. We didn't get seated until 8:00, and people who came in after us got seated before us. My brother always gets a salmon skin roll, which wasn't even on their menu, so we ended up ordering 2 California rolls each. They took another 15 minutes just to bring us our miso soup, and then our food finally came at about 9:00. I don't know how you mess up a simple California roll, but they managed too. It tasted funny and not at all like what we were used to. As I am writing this, my brother and I are both lying in bed sick to our stomachs with the chills. I definitely do not recommend this place, unless you want horrible service, bad sushi, and food poisoning.

    (1)

  • Cara K.

    I've been here twice and the food was delicious both times. The service is also good and I love the atmosphere and interior decorating.

    (5)

  • Jason V.

    Honestly, I didn't want to write a good review because this was a secret little gem for a while and I didn't want to share it with others. Now the cat is out of the bag and everyone knows about Miyabi. I've been to many sushi restaurants in Seattle and this place has the best tasting highest quality sushi I've ever had state side. It rivals sushi I had in Japan. Wait may be long on typical busy night so try to go week nights or off peak hours.

    (5)

  • C H.

    Great place!!!! Coming from California and craving great sushi, this is the place!!! Great service, great atmosphere and even better food. Although it's a drive for me, it's well worth it!!!!

    (5)

  • Ms. P.

    Not as good as the one up in wallingford.. but it was ok. More mall like. Decent uni shot, but they dont both have the same menu.

    (3)

  • Angela L.

    Not really impressed with the food here, service were ok, had Takoyaki, rainier, baked scallop, and two udon. The rolls are ok, but with too much sauce. I can't stop drinking water...takoyaki was kinda below average...I have had better sushi and takoyaki before...

    (2)

  • J S.

    Miyabi's food is amazing, and the service is always white glove. The chefs and servers remember your face even if you haven't been there in years. And the fish is some of the freshest I've had in a sushi joint in the Seattle area. Before I developed gluten sensitivity (possibly Celiac), I would have happily rated them 5+ stars, in competition for my #1 Seattle area sushi spot. And that's from a self-admitted seafood snob; my boyfriend regularly comes home from fishing with the freshest possible, sustainably caught fish. However, the house-made vinegar blend they put in their sushi rice contains soy sauce...which has gluten in it. Even the (awesome) chef didn't know this when the waiter informed me last time I was there, and argued with him till they went to the back to settle the debate, and came back to tell me that yes, the sushi rice has gluten. For some people with a minor gluten intolerance, this might not be an issue. For those of us with major sensitivities, this takes Miyabi off the list. Normally if you bring your own soy sauce for dipping, sushi is a pretty safe bet for gluten free food. Miyabi, please take the soy sauce out of your rice so I can again enjoy your amazingness.

    (1)

  • Siobhan B.

    Love the freshness of the sashimi. Agadashi tofu is awesome too. Also my son loves this place because of their cute bento box for kids, which comes in a bullet train container. Wait staff is always curteous. Oh, best of all, you can buy gift cards to use on your next visit for 20% off on certain days!

    (5)

  • Mimi H.

    I love this place! After a long day of being tourists, my boyfriend and I stopped here for dinner. We were seated almost immediately on a Thursday night. We ordered a couple of big items to split and would've ordered an appetizer but they apparently ran out of takoyaki. Sashimi platter -- so yummy and fresh! White Tiger roll -- pretty good and came with Miyabi's special sauce. Tuna Kama (ran out of Hamachi) -- as much as I was looking forward to the yellowtail cheek, this did not disappoint! It was my first time eating something like this and I thought it was delicious! It's different but definitely worth it. Great food and wonderful service!

    (5)

  • Gary K.

    I've come to this place several times in the past, and my experiences ha e typically bern ok. The last time, things were a bit slow, but today was really something I've never experienced in the past. With the sushi bar half empty & 3 chefs manning the bar, it took over 35 min for the chef closest to me to even acknowledge me, but not until I had loudly announced my presence. After that, it still took a long time to get a roll. I nearly walked half a dozen times, but my inner masochist wanted to see how long thus could go on.

    (2)

  • Brig A.

    This nice part about traveling on the company dime is that you get to order a lot of food and try it all. This place was really close to the Seattle airport, so I thought it would be worth a try. The reality was that it wasn't the worst sushi that I have had, but it wasn't the best that I have had either. It was ok. I am a HUGE unagi guy and find that it is fairly had to mess it up, but this place the unagi just didn't have the flavor I was expecting. The sashimi was ok as well, again nothing spectacular, but nothing terrible either. I will say, I did enjoy the teriyaki salmon. You could definitely do worst than this place, but I am sure you can do better as well.

    (3)

  • Michelle F.

    I hate to be a Debbie Downer. But... It happens. I might give this place three stars, only because my sugar ordered the broiled saba (mackrel), and it came out delicious. However, nothing else was noteworthy in a positive way. Two stars. This might qualify as "high end Japanese" for a Southcenter strip mall, but seriously... I think you guys need to get a taste for what good Japanese is really about. At first, I was excited to see they have one on 45th in Seattle. After the food came, it just made me sad. I ordered a huge plate of sashimi. I expected top quality for the price I was paying. I can spend less money and get more fish, higher (MUCH higher) quality fish, and better cuts, as well as wild fish... WHILE on Lake Union with a view. The cuts of fish that came out did not taste fishy, I will give them that. But they had no substance to them. They were bland, mealy, and all pretty much had the same texture. The cuts of fish that I expected to be wild for the high price being paid were NOT wild fish. FARMED FISH. I was extremely disappointed. They were very busy, and forgot our water and tea three times. We had to keep asking in order to *finally* get it. The edamame wasn't salted. Huh? Fine, I can salt it myself, but there was no salt at the table either, and didn't feel like asking three times for salt, too. Saving grace? The broiled saba. Served very traditionally, with grated daikon and lemon. Winning. I wasn't a fan of the mayo-spaghetti noodle side dish, and the shredded cabbage salad was a touch underdressed with the sesame vinaigrette for my tastes. But the saba was spot on. I just wish I could give them more credit for this... But broiling fish is as easy as it gets. I would think that sashimi is also very easy. But that comes in where and when you purchase, and who you purchase from. I was highly underwhelmed. $60+ later, I went home feeling deflated and kinda ripped off. Sad pandas.

    (2)

  • Daisy M.

    Excellent. Sushi is great but other food items are very good and really Japanese! A nice surprise in tukwila!

    (5)

  • Ren K.

    Yummy food and very cute inside. I got the dragon and it was delicious! It comes with eel on top so if you don't like eel you can take it off. They are usually good with costumer service but last time I went it was very slow...

    (4)

  • Carleen P.

    Miyabi is now my favorite sushi place in the Seattle area. The sashimi is great, and for a great price as well. The chef sold me on the uni shot as I had never had sea urchin before. Those will have to be something that I order every time I go now because it was sooo good! Really friendly staff, great location, lots of parking, a menu with lots of variety, and fresh fish. This is an easy 5 stars.

    (5)

  • DeAnne E.

    Sometimes I need a break from the Blue C.'s, Genki's, and Sushi Lands. Don't get me wrong, I love the conveyer belt concept but I like to order the old fashion way too. My fam member and I were seated on the south side of the restaurant. It was cold outside so whenever the front door opened the draft came flowing through. Service was friendly. The place was packed so food took a while to prepare. Entertainment was a guitarist. He played nice relaxing music. I had 2 orders of the California Roll (I couldn't finish it) and the shrimp and veggie tempura. Everything tasted great and everything was made fresh. I like this place better than Japonessa and Fuji Sushi. It's more intimate and homey since it's where the locals come.

    (4)

  • Eli S.

    Ate at Miyabi the date of my check-in. 3.75 for freshness - 2.5 for organization and staff clarity... I'm not sure if it was just the hour, the time of year or what, but the girl covering as hostess was in a daze (not to be rude), but there is a sort of etiquette in greeting people, especially in a Japanese restaurant. However, this was not the only issue with the staff. Additionally, there was no focus or attention paid by any of the servers. Repeated requests for dishes were greeted with no acknowledgment that the request was received or in process, etc. I mean we were a larger party, - 3 for overall presentation as the food itself looked good. - We had the Omakase sushi (lowest price version=$25), and several rolls (Happy Tuna, Super Salmon, Seattle, and several other nigiri sushi- Tamago, extra tuna and Salmon, etc.). The best roll was probably the Seattle roll, with enough textural variety to provide a consistently good roll. In the sushi, the rice seemed in larger proportion to the fish pieces than I'm used to. However, I must note that the fish was very fresh and taste-wise, this balanced out too much rice. The tea was good and we were offered a pot on the table, which is a nice gesture. Overall, nothing stood out here as I've seen in a few restaurants that have popped up in Southern California recently. I have yet to try any good sushi restaurants in the North West and will continue to search on hopefully interesting upcoming journeys in that direction. There seem to be some interesting happenings at this restaurant and they had cards available of some either partnering restaurants or Soba manufacturing facility that appeared very interesting. It made me interested in coming back.

    (3)

  • Nerick M.

    I've only been here a few times, but every time I do I'm always consistently satisfied with my meal and dining experience. Miyabi is located in Tukwila just south of Southcenter Mall at the end of a small plaza. The place is always packed when I eat there, so you know it's good. The interior is well decorated and the service is very friendly. I thought the menu was very well laid-out and easy to understand if you're deciding to get a bento box. They have a million choices of dishes to choose from, by the way. The sushi is very fresh and tasty. The food is equivalent to any other really nice Japanese sushi restaurant because well, it is one. The prices aren't cheap and not extremely pricey. I think they are just right for the quality and quantity you get. I hope to make another trip to Tukwila so whenever I get a hankering for a good Japanese restaurant nearby the mall, I'll know where to go.

    (4)

  • Jenn N.

    I love this restaurant, I've been here many times but have forgotten to write my review. They are -- in my opinion -- pretty authentic. Their fish is fresh, the prices are reasonable and there is a lot of variety on their menu. The wait times are not too bad and the atmosphere is pretty relaxed. This is a great date night type of restaurant.

    (5)

  • Kyle G.

    Best sushi south of Seattle. try the blazing godzilla roll with habanero roe eggs...lights you up!!

    (4)

  • Diego S.

    Always have had great sushi from here. The sushi chefs are great and love interacting with you. Also they have other foods for non sushi eaters, which is helpful.

    (5)

  • Bernard B.

    I can give Miyabi 5 stars because it's been one of our Friday night standby's for the last few years (though I've been coming here the original ownership, that's 3 owners worth!). The service, food, and experience are extremely consistent. Obviously, I'm probably a little biased because we know exactly what to order. We have a handful of on-menu favorites, as well as off-menu stuff. I want to say we've tried EVERYTHING on the menu at least once, but it's the seasonal/theme menus that are great avenues to explore. I'll let you explore the menus yourself, but definitely try some of the gems: Kinoko salad (butter stir-fry of mixed mushrooms, usually 4 different types - all on top of baby spinach), sockeye salmon (always fresh), Saba Shio (you can get it with a bento), chawanmushi (though you'll have to wait at least 20 minutes after you order it - though you can always call ahead), and virtually any nigiri or makimono. Definitely try the White Tiger: spicy scallop & crab salad roll topped with seared albacore and comes with Miyabi's special sauce. Also, I highly recommend the Tsukune (off the izakaya menu), but get it with the sauce, not the salt & pepper. The S&P version is good, but if you want something more rice-friendly and more umami goodness, get the one with the sauce (they'll ask you which one anyway). And again, explore the seasonal/theme/special menu. There's usually some type of pork belly or beef tongue that is ridiculously awesome. And if you do see the Buta No Kakuni on that menu, order it!

    (5)

  • Terri C.

    Delicious food. Love the beef tongue stew!!

    (5)

  • Diane M.

    Oh gosh... This is the only Japanese restaurant in the area. And it's amazing! The food is fresh, delectable, and sooo tasty! The menu selection is filled with bento, izakaya, salads, nigiri, sushi, noodle and rice dishes, desserts... Ohhh it took a while for me to order. The atmosphere is wonderful. The place is kept cutely decorated, the service is very friendly and tp my surprise, the evening booked an open mic guitarist!

    (4)

  • David W.

    It's a crazy ugly location, but the food and service were both quite good. Everything about my bento (sushi, salmon teriyaki and vegetable tempura) was good. While the ahi poke is not like in Hawaii, it was fine and included nice seaweed, something often missing in places that cater foreign tastes to local tastebuds. I'd like to go back and try the chawan mushi, something you don't see often on menus around here. It's not an easy place for us as we're rarely in that part of town, but it'll be high on my list when I'm around.

    (4)

  • J D.

    A Japanese friend turned me on to this restaraunt a couple of years ago and I always eat here at least once on every trip to Seattle. Their Sushi and Sashimi is always fresh and always prepared exceptionally well. The Agedashi tofu appetizer is dynamite, as is everything else I have eaten there. The wait staff have always been friendly and attentive and the decor is very nice, especially considering it is located in a Southcenter strip mall.

    (5)

  • Judy K.

    How is it that strip mall areas have such hidden little gems?! This is by far the most random location to have such a great little restaurant. But it doesn't seem to be a secret because so there were so many patrons during the weekday. My dinner date and I ordered the nabeyki udon, bento and a sunny california roll. All three were exceptional and wonderfully portioned. When I say wonderfully portioned, I mean I was stuffed by the end and still had leftovers. I love their bentos because they give you so many options to choose from and they also come with awesome little sides like salads and pasta. OH. I didnt get to try this, and it really has nothing to do with the food. But they have bidets installed in their restrooms. I'm assuming because these fixtures are popular in Japan since I saw them in a lot of places when I visited Tokyo. If you haven't tried one before, you're in for a surprise :)

    (4)

  • Chasalie T.

    Went in today for the first time and I loved it. Downside was that it was pretty busy and my father was being an asshole to all the servers. I am extremely sorry you all had to put up with his attitude especially while it was busy. I would have been pissed off too and burn his fish. Do not give the waiters and waitresses shit because they will give you shit right back. They completely burned his last order and he didn't bother to tip because he claimed the service sucked. I understand the struggle of trying to cater to everyones needs while it is busy (I'm a waitress myself) so I appreciate the service for keeping up nicely. My dad is just really impatient. Next time I will double my tip to make up for our last visit..oh, and i won't bring him at all! haha. Miso soup was great and the salmon teriyaki was amazing.

    (4)

  • Sandy d.

    Best sushi in Seattle!! I love their sushi - always fresh, always delicious. Their service is outstanding, very friendly and great, even when they're busy. This is one of my favorite restaurants to take friends and clients. One of my new favorite meals is the katsudon - rice bowl with chicken katsu topped with egg, grilled onions in a flavorful broth - yum!! Perfect meal for a chilly afternoon. I could go on and on but really, you just need to try Miyabi. We've been going there for over 20 years and it's still one of my favorite restaurants in all of Seattle and surrounding areas. Love, love love!!!

    (5)

  • Kei Y.

    Being half Japanese and having lived in Tokyo for 13 years, I am quite critical when it comes to Japanese food. Miyabi actually has a lot of traditional Japanese food that tastes authentic. The staff is pretty friendly and so is the owner. It's got a lot of Japanese decor as well. Miyabi is also partly owned by a former all star Japanese baseball player.

    (4)

  • Camille L.

    I have mixed feelings about this place. I've had OK sushi here though nothing to write home about. There are a few other places in Seattle that are much better (Maneki, Sushi Maki, etc). I had the chicken katsu curry - it was absolutely terrible. They mixed the curry sauce with the chicken so that the food was soggy. The sauce tasted as if it were from a box and was watery and flavorless.

    (3)

  • Shirley C.

    I absolutely LOVE miyabi sushi! It's amazing and delicious except it's pretty pricey. This restaurant is hidden away next to half prices book by the mall. The waitresses/waiters are super friendly and helpful! The tiny restaurant is very decorative inside. Yes, the menu is pretty pricey espeically for dinner but it's worth it. The sushi is phenomenal (unlike conveyor belt sushi - haay. i eat conveyor belt sushi when i can't afford yummy sushi!). They do give you pretty good portions and the tempura isn't soaked with oil. Even though the restaurant is small and seems to be always busy, they always seat you really quickly. Unlike other chain restaurants that take forever to seat you even though there's always empty tables around. If you haven't been here, you definitely should give a try!

    (5)

  • Emily J.

    A Tukwila strip mall whose "anchor store" is a Toys R Us typically isn't the first place you think of for truly kick-butt sushi. So get over the location and get your bad little self down there. Hands down my favorite sushi place in King County, heck, even the folks who ship fish to Seattle from Alaska eat here! Fresh, fresh fish, super friendly staff, and you never know if there's going to be someone on an accordion for the evening's entertainment or a Japanese festival theme taking over the decor. The best way to order: give the sushi chef a price range and let him pick your dishes for you. He is never wrong and you will want to kiss him when you're done.

    (5)

  • Yvette B.

    spendy but worth it! Geoduck butter for Appy, delish! Cold sake was real good! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Patrick L.

    This is a pretty good sushi restaurant. Most importantly, the quality of their fresh fish seemed pretty good. Despite a lackluster location in Southcenter, their prices are definitely on the high side. I'll come back for the food, but the service wasn't the greatest. The server wasn't all that friendly, and our meal took a very long time to arrive. We waited a very long time for the first few items to be served, after which the rest took an equally long time to appear. The live accordian music was really strange, and although I feel a bit bad saying it (b/c of the old guy playing) I could definitely do without.

    (3)

  • Graham C.

    This is one of the best places I've found for sushi in the Tukwila area. The service is always friendly and attentive, and the food is always well made. The cozy, family ambiance belies the fact that it's located in a strip mall next to a Toys'R'Us. For lunch, I recommend sitting at the sushi bar and ordering the Shriashi Lunch or the Sushi Lunch. Yum!

    (4)

  • Ani K. O.

    Delicious. Great service. Reasonable price. I'd definitely go back! Others did the bento and I went for the sushi. Very fresh.

    (4)

  • Duane L.

    I wish this were closer to Seattle. The place is in a little strip mall near southcenter mall, so I was a little hesitant about it, but my friend said it's legit. We went there and had the omakase (chef's choice) for $50 a person. Dizzam. I was impressed to say the least. It's way better tasting with a wider variety than the more expensive sushi restaurants in downtown Seattle and Belltown. The sushi was fresh and the dishes were authentic. We had seven different courses brought out to us. From what I recall, there was a sashimi appetizer, a flounder dish, geoduck butter (oh man, so rich and delish), tuna collar (never had this before, but it was my favorite), nigiri/sashimi platter, miso clam soup and green tea tiramisu. They also have yellowtail belly, which is my new favorite cut of sushi.

    (5)

  • Will J.

    I do not consider myself a Sushi eater.... This place is on another level! I not only ate loads of sushi.... I enjoyed every bite!

    (5)

  • Chau B.

    I love this place. The food is good. Drinks are yummy. Atmosphere is great. Service is excellent.

    (5)

  • Shaunessy J.

    This is my favorite sushi joint in all of Seattle. Who would have thought I would find such a gem tucked away in a worn down strip mall between Old Navy and Macy's? Miyabi is always hopping when I go in on a weekend night. And to add to the already friendly, welcoming ambience, there is an old man playing the accordion. Yes! An accordion. I love it. The sushi is good- really good. You should go there. Definitely.

    (4)

  • Angela C.

    This is a small little place that's in one of the strips near Southcenter Mall that can be very easily messed. It's in the same plaza as Half Price Books and Jared's Jewelers and is at the very end of the strip mall, toward the back. I was lucky that my co-worker took me here; otherwise, I would have never found it. I have been here numerous times and have always enjoyed my meal. However, I would tend to stick with the bento boxes and not any of the nigiri. I ordered the nigiri set once which came with various pieces of nigiri and a california roll. The cuts of the fish weren't particularly good, nor were they very generous. Pretty standard. The california roll was pretty average too. What I do like is their bento boxes. For about $10, you can pick two items off their pretty extensive list and that comes with miso, rice, salad, noodle salad, and two pieces of california roll. I've gotten the chicken kaarage (which is pretty good), yakiniku (which is thin cut beef, sauteed with onions - great flavor), croquette (which was decent), and chicken katsu (which is good and they have good sauce). Bottom line, if you are in the Southcenter area and have a japanese craving, this is the place to go. It is a small place though and does tend to get crowded around lunch time, as it's really the only decent sushi place in that area.

    (4)

  • Mely W.

    The food there is great & the customer service is usually fabulous! The reason why I didn't give it the full 5 stars is because on my recent visit, they started charging 50 cents for spicy mayo sauce...WTH!!! I LUV your food & all but, that really made me mad!!! Please don't be so petty w/ your sauce & stop charging for little things like that...so dumb!!!

    (4)

  • Brandon U.

    What can I say about Miyabi Sushi? It's one of those personable yet eclectic restaurants that serve delicious, traditional and modern Japanese food. The environment of the restaurant reminds me of a Japanese culture fanatic's dream restaurant. Typically, the restaurant flaunts shoji (rice paper) screens and bamboo. However, the decor changes with the different holidays and restaurant events: a summer festival and a Hawaiian week, just to name a couple. The bathrooms carry the same Japanese decor with fully-functional Toto toilets and other minor decor touches. The staff is friendly, and easily recognize repeat customers. Also, they are all Japanese and speak such. Sometimes, one of the owners provides a nice gift to repeat patrons on special holidays. The food is also exemplary. I always order the California Roll Bento, which consists of an 8-piece California Roll set with a bento box consisting of salads, fruit, rice, and a choice of two items. It's a great value for the quality and quantity.

    (5)

  • Candace S.

    Food was good and they were very friendly. I got the chicken yakisoba to-go on my lunch break and it was delicious. The only reason I didn't rate it a 5 is because I did have one piece of chicken that was pretty much all fat. Aside from that, I was very pleased.

    (4)

  • Brittany S.

    I really liked this place and it was very busy for a tuesday night for dinner. They give you a little complementary bowl of edaname although I wish they gave you more, the quantity was very pueeny. I think that it's really hard to good Japanese food in Renton/Tukwila but I could say, easily that I would go here if I was in Renton, however, I might not go out of my way to come here. My friend and I sat at the sushi bar, the waitress was attentive, and the sushi bar chefs were nice and funny. I could see there were all types people there, and even, from what I guess, Japanese business men! I would say the food was pretty good, and I really liked the atmosphere. I remember the bathroom was really interesting. I would say this place has a really good vibe, a huge menu with lots of variety, so that was great. I noticed that there was a bit of a Hawaiian fusion into the food, I'm guessing the owners and Japanese from Hawaii? I would go again if I was in the area.

    (4)

  • Eric M.

    So far this is the best sushi place I have been to in Seattle. Great specialty rolls (Mt. Rainer and Blazing Godzilla) and nigiri at a price that doesn't break the bank. I have also been here for lunch and their bento box combination is the best lunch I have had in a while. Go for either lunch or dinner, you will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Nathan H.

    My wife is Japanese and very picky about eating Japanese food. She loves going here. The sushi is good but not outstanding...we tend to get the Bento Boxes which I think are a phenomenal deal. My wife loves the Salmon Shio which is hard to find at most restaraunts, I go for the Tempura. The staff is friendly and attentive but, service can be a bit slow if the restaraunt is packed. Most of the staff are from Japan but speak excellent english.

    (4)

  • Dawn A.

    What a pleasant surprise! In lieu of our standard Chipotle or Panera lunch choices when shopping in Tukwila, my husband and I typed sushi into yelp, which led us to this hidden gem. Despite the strip mall location, it had great ambiance inside - authentic little Japanese touches. The service was friendly, and we were thankful to have stopped in on their 5th anniversary... free pint glasses and a percentage off our meal, as well as some food specials. We had the oysters to start, since they were on special. They were big and delicious and we loved the dipping sauce. The miso was pretty good as well. We loved the Blazing Godzilla roll (although it was quite spicy, so beware if you have a gentle palate), Sunrise and Happy Tuna rolls. We stuffed ourselves full of delicious sushi and wish we could have ordered more. We were surprised to find this little Tukwila strip mall gem to be comprable to our feelings about Umi. It's too far to travel to as frequently as we do Belltown, but we'll definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Tim S.

    Good atmosphere. Jumbo rolls really are Jumbo. Be prepared to dislocate you jaw. Friendly staff and good food. Hamachi is a bit variable: was very tasty today but a bit watery the last time I was here (two days ago). Would certainly recommend if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Idi A.

    Ssssslllllllloooooooowwwwww..... Went there in hopes of having a few courses of Sushi, selected as we went. Placed the order for 2 different roles... waited... waited some more... 30min later we forced our waiter to address us (seemed oblivious) and told him that our food was coming now or we were outta there. He apologized in fake broken english, and quickly brought our two roles. 20mins later he asked what we would like next... "Check." Food was ok, waiter sucked, bus girl was attentive and nice.

    (1)

  • sarah a.

    Service: Nice waiters but inattentive to our table. Water was not refilled. Food: Miso soup: AMAZING! Full of flavor!! Edamame was soggy and cold. Sushi: Very bland and didn't taste fresh. The Miyabi roll was horrible. Yakisoba noodles were not bad. Lots of flavor, but lots of oil too. The servers are super sweet and nice. The atmosphere was lively, but we were sitting so close to the *entertainment* ( accordion player ) and it was much too loud for us! Because the people are so sweet, I would go back but def. try something else on the menu!

    (2)

  • Jill S.

    Despite the positive reviews, I was still very pleasantly surprised by the quality of sushi from Miyabi. I went for lunch a couple of weeks ago. I ordered one of their sushi combinations and was able to easily switch the surf clam for mackerel. The fish was fresh, the rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The wait staff feels disorganized, even though I can't point out something specific that was lacking. I'll definitely return and try some additional menu items.

    (4)

  • Michael F.

    We've eaten at Miyabi's for quite a number of years but not for the past couple. The decor has changed immensely to seat more people. As a result, it's gotten very loud and a bit cramped. The food is still very good (try the tempura -- one of the best I've ever had). The restaurant now features musicians during dinner but it was a little disjointed having to listen to traditional accordion music while enjoying a Japanese dinner. Oh well, was good dinner nonetheless!!!

    (4)

  • Alisa B.

    Kid friendly sushi restaurant? No way! Yes WAY!!! I love taking my niece here for sushi, i can munch on my albacore and miso while she slurps down here shrimp heads and salmon roe... Sometimes its just nice to be able to join the other ladies in my family for an adult meal where I know the kid's gonna have a good time. Whenever my niece bounds in through the door joyfully the sushi chef's roar at her "OH Sushi Monster is Back!" tee hee, she loves it. I don't think i've ever been to a more a kid friendly sushi place, hawaiin week is fun too with their poke special. Its not the best sushi out there but the service is well worth it. Next time you go, check out the little book case in the front, the picture of the kid eating the shrimp heads... that's my niece, pretty friggin cute huh?

    (4)

  • Elena M.

    I had very high hopes for this place, as I'd been encouraged by the many 4+ star reviews on Yelp. Mr H is a huge Japanese food fan and we made a special trip down for lunch on a day when we both happened to be home (and not sick) on a week day, hoping we would find a new awesome place. My verdict, though, was decidedly mixed. When we got there, I had to make an immediate beeline for the rest room. (I drank a lot of tea during my morning at home.) OMG! This was the greatest restaurant rest room I've been in in I could not tell you how long. Possibly ever. It is not just clean, it has a cooler decor than most restaurants' main dining areas. How could a restaurant whose rest room has a beautifully colored changing table cover and a heated toilet seat not have great food? Well, they didn't. The food was completely ok, but nothing was outstanding. The miso was fine, but not great. I had a bento box with chicken karaage and tempura gyoza. I thought both were ok, but neither was particularly flavorful. I ordered the gyoza for the novelty (I'd never seen gyoza coated and deep fried before), but was left with the feeling well enough should have been left alone. The tempura added nothing to it -- except extra fat and calories. There was a noodle salad included with the bento that Mr H really liked, but I thought just tasted like cold noodles with mayonnaise -- with no particular flavor or spice. The staff were all very friendly and the environment was very comfortable and welcoming. But, at the end of the day, it's the food that matters. And I just did not taste anything that made me want to make a return trip.

    (3)

  • Ann F.

    if you're looking for GREAT Japanese food, THIS is the place! we've been going to Miyabi's for quite sometime now... i especially like it the newst owner. the sushi /presentation is beautiful ~~ they can get really busy... so i would recommend going there as soon as they open. you know it's a great place when: 1: the waiters/waitresses are Japanese 2: the guy behind the sushi counter is also Japanese. 3: many of the guests are Japanese. they make the best gyoza ever (just like my mom used to make!) and their noodle dishes are the best ...... this place is small.... so get there early :)

    (5)

  • Pat R.

    Awesome soba!

    (5)

  • Angelina L.

    Someone "part of the team" suggested for us to go here for a "girls night out" for sushi. I'm glad I listened!!! It's a small little place tucked away in a strip mall, a little South of Southcenter which made it a bit hard to find, but was definitely worth driving past, turning around and then finally finding it. Staff was extremely pleasant and even put up with me questioning how to say "fill in word" in Japanese that I had forgotten from taking it in high school. We sat at the sushi bar and the chefs were very pleasant, personable and very accommodating. Even though a smaller place, they had quite a few patrons for a week night. We ended up having the maguro (tuna), hamachi (yellowtail), california roll (of course), spider roll, rainbow roll and bananna tempura. YUM!!!! Prices are good and you don't feel like you are paying anything out of the norm for sushi. Definitely will return... and maybe one of these days I'll be coordinated enough to eat with chopsticks!!!

    (5)

  • Jess B.

    Our favorite sushi spot. Only down-side is that it's getting so popular, there's sometimes a wait!

    (5)

  • Lily S.

    They're getting 4 stars b/c they're so far far away. I would never come to friggin Tukwila for sushi, but turns out Miyabi is pretty damn good. The wait staff are sweethearts, the atmosphere is crazy busy, bustling w/ people and staff, and the sushi is tasty goodness. But again, it's so. bloody. far. away. (sigh) Maybe if I'm down that way again I will go back.

    (4)

  • Tina G.

    The lines are too long to get seated

    (2)

  • Eugene O.

    Easily one of the best Japanese restaurants in the greater Seattle area. It's tucked away with the clone look-a-like buildings south of the Southcenter Mall, but inside, you'll find some very delicious food done right. Dinner time is the sweet spot and it's when you'll find this place hustling and bustling. Try one of the bento boxes - it's way better tasting and looking than your average fair. For seafood, I'm always a fan of anything spicy tuna and the rolls didn't disappoint here. For beer, well, that's up to you. Want to get away from the glitz and glamour of Seattle or happen to be in the area? Check it out. If you don't like it, then the meal is on me (just kidding).

    (5)

  • Whitney S.

    I was feeling highly sush-i-fied when I landed in Seattle this afternoon. After settling in to my hotel, my hunt was ON for some Japanese food. At first I thought I wanted a couple rolls, but I settled on seaweed salad, edamame, and grilled eggplant with miso sauce! I'm not quite sure how I ended up with so much greenery, but it was SO simple, filling and delicious and my server was just so sweet. My meal only came to right around $9.50 and even though this place was in a strip mall, my experiences with sushi/Japanese places in strip malls have always been decent if not fantastic :) Nicely decorated and clean, I just might go back tomorrow night if a better offer doesn't come along. I can't give a sushi place 5 stars if I didn't have sushi, so 4 stars is all ya get. Yummmy! Thanks Miyabi!

    (4)

  • Nancy F.

    I've been trying to have lunch here for weeks. Unfortunately they are not open for lunch on Sunday when I've been in the area. Today was my lucky day. I met my sister for lunch and had a very nice Bento Box lunch. Bentos are so much fun because you get a lovely assortment of food. The restaurant is a long narrow room that is stylishly appointed. The staff is very friendly and the food was wonderful!

    (4)

  • milos d.

    The service was good and the fish was very good. But, the pricing was sneaky. the 4$ handroll became 5$ when you get toro, even though the menu says 4$ for anything. There are no prices listed for nigiri and some of them are very expensive. I would have given a 5 star rating, but the feeling of being cheated is a bitter aftertaste.

    (3)

  • Hailee P.

    I LOVE the atmosphere here. And right away I have to say that I love that it's not one of those knock off Japanese places. The food is traditional with a modern touch, and all the workers speak Japanese. It's cute. And above all the food is great. Try the sunrise roll your next time stopping in.

    (4)

  • Crystal M.

    Right on Southcenter blvd, this place is easy to find with plenty of parking and a gem of the south end of town. It's got a great fun list of choices on their menu. Go wash your hands in their bathroom cuz it is decorated so darn cute! The whole restaurant is adorable. The owner has good taste in furniture. They make the normal Sushi rolls but then they make their own fun and creative ones like the Godzilla and the Mt. Rainier. All of their sashimi is excellent but what I love is their light and crunchy tempura, their nabeyaki udon soup and have you had great Japanese salads? Well, all of their salads are cold and crispy and so pretty! Love the seafood sunomono, grilled fish cheeks and tempura ice cream so save room! Their wait staff is very cute. There was only one guy that is not that bright and polished but everyone else are prompt and fun. As with any good sushi place, if you get full on sushi, the bill will add up fast. I usually get out of here paying about $60 for dinner and $40 for lunch.

    (4)

  • Rebecca G.

    Freaking amazing. That's all I can say. We wanted to try a new sushi restaurant and trusting the reviews of my fellow yelpers I figured with a 4 star average with 70+ reviews it must be good. Definitely a stellar place. Great GREAT service (the woman kept my hot tea filled up consistently), they had a HUGE menu, almost overwhelming. We had some tuna nigiri, some type of hot pot soup thing.. baked oysters and oysters on the half shell, as well as 2 beautiful sushi rolls.. mmmm mouth is watering thinking about this place and I want to go back baaaad!

    (5)

  • Lisa C.

    This is one of my fave restaurants! Everytime i go i get great customer service and the food is always delicious! I have probably tried half of dishes on the menu and it was all good. The price is very decent and affordable. I always get the tuna poke salad for appetizer and the beef sukiyaki! TRY IT!!!

    (5)

  • Sammy D.

    If you don't want to go downtown for Japanese food then this is the place to go. Best Japanese in the greater seattle area. The sushi is always delicious and the service is always very good. The thing that sticks out to me for Miyabi is the inside of the place is very nice with awesome artwork all over (artwork done by world famous graphic designer Glenn Mitsui).

    (4)

  • Jon T.

    I dont get the hype- my daughter and I came on a recent Sunday evening- short wait, no big deal, they were crowded- seated and looked over the menu- a bit confusing- I guess I was hoping for less of the typical "roll" place that has become popular over the past few years- my daughter (20) thinks this is japanese food- sadly she is mistaken but she enjoys it- pretty good gyoza, decent sashimi appetizer, good miso soup, just so-so rolls (daughter's choice) but the service was slow and disjoint- too busy for the number of employees they had working the room and it was tough to tell who was doing what . . . not impressed- Flo in Bellevue is way better

    (3)

  • David A.

    My favorite sushi restaurant in Tukwila. It use to be the only Japanese restaurant in Tukwila but now there are several choices. Miyabi is still my favorite. The sushi is the best in Tukwila and Beef Sukiyaki is one of the best. The wait staff has changed many times but the owner is one of the friendliest. Can be a bit crowed but I have always been able to get a seat.

    (4)

  • Alix D.

    Love this place! Had my first date with my boyfriend here and always go back for special occasions or if we're just craving sushi. Job well YUM!

    (4)

  • Amanda K.

    I work really close to the airport, and if you could not tell from my reviews, I have a severe addiction....to SUSHI. I have came here numerous times for lunch with my coworkers. The sushi is always very tasty and the quality is always very good. The service is also pretty good, and we never have a problem catching a quick lunch here.

    (4)

  • Jason L.

    Japanese restaurant outside the International District with Japanese speaking servers, guests and (probably ) chef. I found this place several weeks ago and have eaten here four times. I've tried the udon, ebi don, salmon teriyaki, and don katsu. Katsu was the tenderest I've had in Seattle. It was not overly greasy, yet crispy. Nearly as good as it gets. It is much better than the one at Village Sushi, which I consider to be decent and better than those of most of the other restaurants in Seattle. Update: I went back for the katsu, and it was not as good as the first one I had. I guess the quality is not consistent.

    (3)

  • Kat S.

    I've been here twice and none of the sushi stands out in my memory as particularly noteworthy -- though it was all tasty enough. However, the seaweed salad was really yummy -- I'd go back just for that. My friends and I got a kick out of all the typos on the signs all around the restaurant. Very cute.

    (4)

  • Shelly B.

    This place is great! The sushi is yum! and the staff is very friendly.

    (4)

  • Angie K.

    probably the best sushi joint in SKC. get the soft shell crab appetizer, trussssssssst me- this is how it should taste, be presented, and served. and for those unadventurous folks, get the kaarage (for those ethnically challeneged, it's like chicken strips. HAH). I wished they'd make a spicy version of the kaarage... i only say this b/c i'm korean and i love kfc. their saba shio is salted flakey goodness. they also make a cold mayo noodle salad that i tried to replicate at home b/c it was so yumz, but i can't compete with miyabi's. not. even. close. they are usually pretty busy. but it's worth the short wait as they turn over tables pretty quick. some people might think that their service is slow, but their staff is always running like crazy. and quite frankly, i'm sure the kitchen/sushi chefs get swamped with huge orders from people like me. guess what- good things come to those that wait. they also have a cute little sign inside the ladies restroom. =]

    (5)

  • Wes H.

    Proooobably the best sushi I've ever eaten. I forget what roll it was, but they tout it as being very hot. GET THAT ONE. A couple of the rolls are a little on the outlandishly gigantic side, so keep that in mind when ordering. If you don't like biting a piece of a roll in half (which I find hard/messy/etc), go with the normal size rolls, not the baby-arm sized. Any of the rolls on the "specialty rolls" (I think?) page of the menu are delicious though, so you can't go wrong. The sashimi is absolutely fantastic too. The slices are so thin, and the sauces and garnish they include are perfect. If you're not looking to gorge yourself and end up in a food coma, I'd recommend the sashimi.

    (5)

  • Jason B.

    Went on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy. The wait wasn't long at all though. We ordered and received our food relatively quickly and I didn't mind waiting at all because the atmosphere and decor are quite nice and enjoyable. I got a bento with Teriyaki Salmon and gyoza and the wife ordered a ngiri and roll plate. I wasn't overly impressed with the rolls but liked the other bento items, and my wife said the ngiri was warm... Also, it was on the pricey side, I've seen the ngiri and roll plate for half what it was at other places. Overall I liked it though, the menu selection is HUGE and they have a wide variety of items. I'll definitely go back.

    (3)

  • Scott D.

    Finally a decent sushi bar. One with plenty of options and fresh fish that I have never heard of before. That's what I need in a sushi bar! They had fresh sushi/sashimi options at the bar so I orderd 1 (2 pieces) of each. It included amberjack, sea urchin, a couple of different kinds of mackerel, and sockeye salmon. Outside of the uni, I have never tried the others before. I also ordered two pieces of ama ebi (w/ fried heads) but I never asked about toro. There was donburi bowls and noodles on the menu also. My only complaints were the chefs and I a know I might get bashed for this.... I love all types of foods but Antonio should not be making my sushi and Kazu shouldn't be making my burritos. As well I was kind of ignored when I first got to the bar. I guess I am used to being welcomed by the chef. As time went on and I sparked some conversation with Antonio, he seemed like a nice guy and very knowlegeable about his sushi. It so much reminded me of the episode of The League where they were descriminating against the white sushi chef played by Timothy Olyphant. Poor Timothy and poor Antonio...

    (4)

  • Iris T.

    Not bad. Ordered the bento with seafood tempura and teriyaki chicken. Ok - mistake on my part. The chicken was dry and the seafood tempura came with ONE seafood item (shrimp) - the others were vegetables. Hubby ordered bento with karage or whatever its called and tempura gyoza. His dish was by far better than mine. Kids ordered sushi and rice...yes just sushi with rice in it and the waiter gave us a funny look - like are you freakin serious. Yes...its for my 5 year old. Thank you. Also ordered the kids bento - which we could have skipped since our 2 year old devoured the miso soup and ordered more. Oh and then ordered the tempura ice cream. Not bad - it was tempura ice cream. Overall - not a bad experience and the price is what I probably like about this place the most - 2 bentos with sushi, kids bento, extra order of miso, sushi and rice and tempura ice cream for $60.

    (3)

  • A B.

    Doesn't get any better than this. Fresh fish, delicious selections and very reasonably priced. This place has excellent sushi and excellent Japanese food. Although the service is a bit spotty, the food makes up for it 100%. Half price books next door helped kill the downtime when waiting for our table.

    (4)

  • shirley l.

    One of few restaurants that offers authentic Japanese cuisine in the area. Location is awesome for those that live South of Seattle and dread the drive to the ID or downtown for similar grubs. The sashimi is always fresh and the rolls are not overpacked with rice. If you are indecisive like me, you will never go wrong (or hungry) with a bento; i love the pasta salads that come with it. The servers are always friendly and attentive and the food is great - what's not to love?!

    (5)

  • Derek A.

    Love the blazing godzilla roll and the rainbow roll. Staff is extremely friendly. Impressed with the special rolls they rotate through on a fairly consistent basis.

    (4)

  • Jay G.

    best date place ever great friendly vibe. thefood is high quality

    (5)

  • Alex M.

    I rarely travel to the Southcenter area so this sushi bar surprised me. The food was terrific and artful. Try the tempura ice cream! Vegetarians have some great selections from which to choose!

    (4)

  • Rourke M.

    Colorful environment and excellent service with outstanding sushi rolls (the scallop roll was fantastic) and sashimi. Next time, instead of ordering a bento box (the karaage is amazing BTW), we'll just order the sushi rolls. With reasonably priced and ice cold Sapporo and Asahi on draft, this place is as authentic as the J-toilets in the bathrooms. A little pricey, but you get what you pay for.

    (4)

  • Rachel E.

    The Mt Rainier roll is to die for. The staff are very pleasant and prices seem great for the quality of the food. Highly recommend.

    (5)

  • En-May M.

    Sit down at the Sushi bar, and enjoy "Omakase" - Chef Masa San's Choice of the evening's freshest fare and delectable accompaniments. There is a spinach and mushroom salad, with roasted kabocha - delightful. Hotate (scallops) are a must. And if you are a fan of Uni (sea urchin), his presentation and the rich flavor of fresh uni is remarkable. Having travelled to Osaka, Tokyo, Nagoya, Toba, Hong Kong, Canada--this little gem in Tukwila, next to Toys R Us, is a satisfying, surprise! They have a calendar of events, that included a Haute Trash Fashion Show made of Recylced Products! The owners are very passionate about making sure you have a great dining experience and a fun time. Relaxed, unhurried, reasonably priced, Miyabi is my Miyabi now.

    (4)

  • Erica M.

    I don't normally trust food from the outlet strips in SouthCenter - but this place is a real diamond in the rough. My boyfriend and I ate on a Friday (or was it Saturday?) evening and even though they were very busy, we didn't have to wait for a table or our food. We ate at the bar, which is fun to do for foods like sushi, and enjoyed the LIVE violinist and low-lights that offered a pleasurable ambiance. It was a nice opposite to the environment of other sushi places like Blue C and Blue Island. We ate a ton of great sushi, drank lots of sake and even made friends with some "regulars" from Japan. All in all a surprisingly great evening.

    (4)

  • Jason M.

    I was afraid I was going to have to drive back into the city for good sushi, but thankfully I found this place a bit closer to the hotel. In fact I was very surprised to find something around Southcenter that was this good. I sat at the sushi bar not too far from the accordion player. Service was friendly though quite busy on a weekend night. Most folks appeared to be regulars, which is always a good sign. I did take a star off because my ice tea remained empty for half of my meal. I ordered two rolls and I have to say, I could eat a Rock N' Eel roll every day for the rest of my life. Usually with large rolls like that it's all style and no substance, but here it's a flavor bomb. I have to imagine like their Godzilla Bomb, which is an amusing sushi name that along with the kids costume masks on the wall contrasting the original sushi den decor suggests a sense of humor on behalf of someone there. I did overheard someone talking about the yellowtail being fishy tasting and not as fresh, but I didn't run into that (my other roll was a rainbow). Really what put everything over the top was the green tea tiramisu. I love green tea ice cream and had to talk myself into getting something different and I'm glad I did. I may have to return here before I head home just to try out some more aspects of the menu. The bento box looked inviting and I regret not ordering the geoduck nigiri. I'm sure there's even fresher fare northwards, but when you're on a work trip and they book you in a hotel in a place like Renton, you tire and lose motivation quickly. This spot won't make you feel so guilty about staying down here on a weekend night.

    (4)

  • Pam C.

    Beef Sukiyaki and hot sake all day long! Everything on their menu is delish. Best Japanese restaurant south of Seattle. I love this restaurant and the employees are so sweet and so cute. I almost feel like I'm in an anime when I'm there. ^_^

    (5)

  • Jennifer G.

    So this sushi adventure begins with a friend getting me to go to Toys-R-us....ugh...southcenter? REALLY? well...it IS Toys-R-us, I'm not driving? It's ON!! We found ourselves in a strip-mall at lunch time...hmmm...Theres Indian food, Thai, Pho....and Sushi! Not expecting too much we agreed to sushi because neither of us had had it in a while. First impression....The inside is ADORABLE....really well decorated, I cant believe I'm in a strip-mall! There is even pretty good jazz music playing and the guy who was our waiter was really nice and super attentive w/the water and such. Prices were reasonable-they had a lunch special and we both went w/that....Salad, Miso soup, california roll AND spicy tuna roll for $9.25. All of the food was good....the spicy tuna roll was actually the spiciest one I have ever eaten-which is a GOOD thing! Its worth driving allll the way back some time-besides the good sushi and many more menu items that I want to try....hey, its free parking-and lots of it!!! FYI.....they close from 2:00-4:00 between the lunch and dinner shift.

    (4)

  • Danny V.

    This place gets an A for being prompt on service. Like most all you can eat buffets, you really don't know where to start. Every damn sushi roll has cream cheese in it which is great.. Mexican chefs ftw

    (3)

  • Nanako E.

    I can't believe I haven't rated this place yet. It's my favorite Japanese restaurant in the Seattle area. My family and I ALWAYS come here whenever my family comes up to visit me. Their sashimi is always super fresh, and you really cannot go wrong with anything that you order. They have unique dishes that you can't find at regular Japanese restaurants (beef tongue stew and Hanabi are some of my favorite dishes). It's nice to order numerous small dishes and share. But I also recommend getting the omakase sushi because Masa-san (the sushi chef) is amazing at creating the most wonderful sushi your mouth will ever experience. You won't be disappointed! (And this is coming from a Japanese person)

    (5)

  • Crystal M.

    The sushi here is pretty damn good. i LOVE the baked oysters too! so good we always have to order TWO orders it when we're there. Only downfall i'd say is the service. it takes a LOOOOOONG time to get your food. of all the times we've been there, we've never been in and out within an hour. It's always an hour in a half to two hours. That's why i hesitate to eat here unless i'm totally craving the baked oysters. =) you gotta try it out!

    (4)

  • Soren L.

    The Southcenter Mall is saturated with dozens of familiar restaurant chains, but if you're looking for a truly unique experience, seek out Miyabi. It's easy to overlook -- hidden away in a strip mall -- but it's well worth the visit. Inside you'll find a cozy atmosphere, super-friendly service, and some of the best sushi you'll ever taste in the Seattle area. My personal favorite is the Blazing Godzilla roll: a tempura-fried spicy tuna roll topped with barbecued eel. It's incredibly spicy! I've also got to recommend the Beef Teriyaki. It's so tender it almost dissolves in your mouth. Anyway, the prices here seem appropriate -- you pay a little more for some excellent food, but never to the point where you wonder if you're being ripped off. If you're a sushi fan, you owe it to yourself to check this place out.

    (5)

  • Walt W.

    Suck factor reaching warp 10. Ok. That was bad. But not as bad as the service and food this place has been offering since my last review. Inattentive and bland. All the sushi taste the same. Bland and not fresh at all. Not going back again.

    (2)

  • Brianna B.

    I was absolutely shocked when I came here for sushi. The location really threw me off since it is in a little strip mall off of Southcenter. The minute I stepped into Miyabi, I knew it was going to be something special. The decor of the restaurant is adorable and beautiful. It has a very calm effect. The decor is modern with an asian fusion twist. The bathroom is so cute (you must see it for yourself). I want their decorator to do my baby nursery, it is that cute. Finally it came time to eat some AMAZING sushi. The sushi was phenomenal; it was delicate and the flavors were perfectly combined. I'm drooling just thinking about it. The service was great too. The waiter was so nice and friendly and took time to talk to us and answer our questions (of course about the bathroom and who decorated it!) I can't emphasize enough though how incredible this sushi is. The prices are fair and desserts are just as yummy if you have enough room to eat some. This place has become one of my favorite sushi restaurants in ALL of Seattle and I have been to A TON of sushi restaurants (even the top one on Yelp, which this place out beats by far). This place is so amazing I keep there business card in my wallet to give the info to others to try this place out! Try this place and you will not be disappointed!!

    (5)

  • Ken K.

    Disappointed. Based on other Yelper reviews, I was expecting a lot better. We ordered Omikazi style, and rather than being served a creative array of off-menu selections from the chef, he just made the typical menu items that we could have simply ordered ourselves. Tiny outdoor signage made this place difficult to find.

    (2)

  • Eric H.

    Most definitely the must go to place to get sushi if you're driving through Seattle. Can get packed real quick, only downside to the place is the size. The best and freshest sushi I've ever had. They don't dumb things down because they know you came there for a true experience in Japanese cuisine. Also for birthdays they serve the birthday boy/girl complimentary tempura icebreaker.

    (5)

  • Harvey Y.

    Very good sushi.

    (4)

  • Christi H.

    it was good but i've had better.

    (3)

  • Me H.

    I always forget about this place because well I don't know why I do, I just do. It is kind of hidden in the Half Price Books strip Mall near Toys R Us so you kind of have to know it's there to find it, kind of like Bai Tong, also in the same strip mall, but once you find it and remember it's there it will probably soon become a favorite Southcenter dinning destination. Miyabi is a good, clean Japanese restaurant with a pleasant sushi bar. I'm normally by myself when I come in here and always sit at the sushi bar, plus if I sit there I get a nice view of the TV and can watch the M's play while enjoying the soothing Japanese music playing in the background. As soon as you're seated you are provided some edamane, it's always cold but it's free so that counteracts the coldness of the edamane for me oh and the tea is free too or else I've just never been charged for mine. I've tried quite a few of their rolls and nigiri and it's always fresh their albacore is buttery and just melts in my mouth. Their unagi is cooked perfectly and makes my mouth happy and their Rock 'n Eel with tempura unagi, crab, avocado and cream cheese is so wrong it's right and for $0.50 more you can make it spicy which makes it even more wrong and more right. Their spicy tuna is ok I'm partial to Mashiko's red violin and no other spicy tuna rolls compares, though their maguro is great by itself and so is their toro, hamachi and ebi but than again I've never had a bad ebi and I don't ever want too. One thing I find interesting about this place is that it seems to be filled with regulars but the regulars don't seem to be locals they all seem to be here on business and eat here for lunch and dinner a few times while in town. The servers and sushi chefs always welcome them back and start making the things they know they like. If you're near Southcenter and craving sushi come here and bypass Sushiland.

    (4)

  • clint g.

    Miyabi Restaurant is an unexpected treat and thus far, consistently five star. In my experiences at Miyabi, the Itamae(s) and Servers are friendly, attentive, and highly skilled. The presentations are exquisite. The flavors are always fresh, and range from sweet and delicate, to bold, complex, and spicy. Sapporo on tap! It's situated in a strip mall between half price books, and toys r us, and as long as there are people who opt not to eat sushi in tukwila, in a strip mall, I'm FINE with it. That just means there will always be a place at the bar for me. : )

    (5)

  • E Z.

    My mouth just waters thinking about the next dish I will try. Explored the many selections as much as my tummy can handle, their ample servings keeps me coming back another day to try more though! Came in for dinner and ordered chicken yakisoba this time around, yes it may not be such an adventurous dish since it's common but you and I are wrong. Sprinkled with pink pickled ginger/gari, a well portioned bed of steaming noodles, that created such an amazing aroma with the ginger, had vegetables and omg-it's-so-soft-chicken chunks mixed in with their flavorful sauce. My boyfriend had the bento box which with many options is never a let down! Staff was great again :}

    (5)

  • Urban V.

    A hidden gem in the dirty south. After years of frequenting I haven't had a bad meal, yet. The owner and staff are always a welcoming sight! Easily the best restaurant in southcenter, which in this case is actually saying something.

    (5)

  • Sandy L.

    This is one of my favorite sushi restaurants. Everything is authentic! My husband and I came here for our 2 year anniversary because he can not get enough of the salmon nigiri. We made reservations for a Monday night and by 7PM, the place was PACKED! Call ahead if you really want to eat here and avoid the wait. We ordered the Seattle roll, crunchy California, Mt. Rainer, Salmon Nigiri, Vegetable yakisoba and vegetable croquette. It was a amazing!!! Kids meals are no more than $10.

    (5)

  • Joe C.

    Authentic Japanese at its finest!!! We sat at the sushi bar, made for great company with the chefs and surrounding diners... very lively. Food was amazing. We let the chefs choose the sushi rolls and couldn't be more satisfied. Maguro sashimi was fresh! Excellent selection of Asian drinks too. Bottom line... HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

    (5)

  • Mandy S.

    sashimi set appetizer (sweet..fresh..larger than average sized pieces)+ super salmon roll. OMG.

    (5)

  • Avitania B.

    Excellent meal at a great price, with good service and ambiance to boot. Husband and I ordered a $40 omakase sashimi platter that was the star of the meal. Slices were on the small side, but I think that's a good thing. Everything was fresh, non-fishy, and delicious. We also ordered the mushroom salad (spinach and sauteed enoki, button, and shiitake mushrooms with a honey mustard vinaigrette) and a yakitori sampler, both of which we practically inhaled. The only downside was that the non-sushi items (stuff from the kitchen) took a bit longer to come out, but once they did they were worth the wait. I'd definitely visit Miyabi again!

    (4)

  • Jon L.

    Miyabi, was recommended by a friend and from the outside and its location you wouldn't think much of it perhaps, a fast food type teriyaki shop. Boy was I wrong, getting pass the unique bench seating arrangement. You'll be serviced by a wonderful team delivering fantastic sushi. Wow Miyabi existed for over twenty years and it took me until now to find out, unbelievable! This is now one of my favorite place for sushi!

    (4)

  • Ira P.

    This is probably the best place to get your sushi fix around Southcenter. It's always delish! Their prices aren't bad either, especially for their bento boxes for lunch. It can get pretty packed in there since it's not that big of a restaurant but try it out! You won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Sarah F.

    Awesome that everyone is Japanese, but I've had better sushi and service. Pros? -I went on their anniversary and everyone got free glasses and other littler presents plus ten percent off sushi -Way more reasonably priced than I thought it would be- I was worried at first but the miso soup is only $1.50 (I say only because it is usually even more overpriced) and two rolls of sushi filled two people up, though I guess we are atypical americans -Fresh ingredients compiled where you can see them -Pleasent atmosphere for dates and quiet enough to talk -Live Hawaiian music Cons? -Service was on and off -Sushi just wasn't as amazing as everyone said which was a let down... I guess I'm just spoiled Albeit, I will still be going back to try more sushi and get some bento boxes for lunch sometime.

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    This was my go to spot for sushi! I swear every time I go in the sushi menu keeps getting smaller. The service was very slow and not very attentive. They have live music with a guy playing the accordion which I thought was very strange for a sushi restaurant. Finally my last complaint is the tables are way too close to each other it felt like I should include the couple next to us in our conversation through dinner. I'm going to have to find a new spot for sushi :(

    (2)

  • Mark C.

    Invited by a friend and was pleasantly surprised. I asked the waitress to bring me what she like, and she brought me a Cashew Chicken with hot at #3. Great choice. It is a busy dish that just does not have Chicken and nuts. Very tasty and likely one of the better cashew chickens I have ever had.. We were there for a late lunch on a Friday. Plenty of seating. Good service. There was three people in my party and we all had a meal with water, which came to $33.00. Worth the trip. I will go back again.

    (4)

  • Andrew P.

    The thing other than the food that I loved was the service. I never went without green tea or water the entire meal. Unlike most places where you have t o beg for something to drink. I got the bento box which was great. .. I also loved their desert. Try the banana tempura and ice cream it was awesome. I'm from Nashville Tennessee so we don't have that great of sushi places so this is a must if staying close to Seattle.

    (5)

  • Yumiko K.

    Miyabi provides a Japanese oasis in the Southcenter area. An awesome friend of mine treated me and my boyfriend to delicious dinner. We just asked Masa-san (who, by the way, was hilarious) to feed us, and he did just that! I totally swooned over the quality of fish (LOVED yellowtail!) Matsutake dobin mushi (delicious broth in a tiny teapot) was such a treat. Their tempura was light and crispy. I am not a huge fan of Westernized sushi, but I thought Geisha rolls were tasty. Hand-rolled sushi was not only delicious but also fun to eat. Food kept coming, and I was happily stuffed! A small scoop of coconut ice cream with whipped cream was a great way to end the fantastic eating frenzy. I have no complaints about the quality of service or food. However, I may say that their location could be a bit closer to Seattle. I guess I can't have it all... I want to try their nabeyaki udon and bento box next time!

    (4)

  • Jeff P.

    No wonder this place is so busy on a weekday evening. The service is top notch. The fish is fresh and tasty. The menu is huge. And I'm not talking about a place that happens to offer other things beside their specialty, but you are afraid to stray. Please stray. Try other traditional Japanese items, because they do it all here. And they do it well.

    (5)

  • Michael K.

    Conveniently located next to half price books, this little restaurant is a must visit for sushi lovers in the Tukwila area. The decor is beautiful and fairly traditional and everyone working there was friendly and attentive. Unfortunately, I went after having a huge breakfast (which I regretted upon seeing the menu), so I only ordered one specialty roll, but I fully intend on going back to further explore the extensive menu. Rainbow Roll - Each type of fish included was fresh and beautiful to see (strange to say about food, perhaps, but I love how aesthetically pleasing sushi is when those preparing it put real effort into it) and delicious to boot. I believe it included salmon, tuna, shrimp, eel, and mackerel, although the white fish could have been something else. Either way, every piece was fantastic and I really wish I had come on an empty stomach. Green Tea Tiramisu - Really enjoyed this Japanese take on one of my all time favorite deserts. Each layer was distinct and full of flavor, alternating between rich cream and light, fluffy cake. The whipped cream also tasted delightfully fresh and was clearly not from a can. Very good dessert. Everything else that was served looked fantastic including the Bento Box (which was ENORMOUS) and as I said, I can't wait to go back to try more of their specialty rolls and maybe even a teriyaki or noodle dish as well.

    (4)

  • Kiana F.

    Their food is probably the most authentic I've found thus far. I've been here twice and each time I was impressed. The first time, the group of us went izakaya style - or essentially just ate appetizers. Their takoyaki tasted like I was back in Japan, and their karaage was so tasty. The second time, I tried their bento option opting for yakiniku, agedashi tofu and spicy tuna roll. All were very delicious. If you're looking for Japanese food done right, get yourself to Miyabi right away. You won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Chris O.

    I come to the area once a month from LA and this is the spot for good Japanese food. The staff is friendly and helpful. If you don't know what to order the bento boxes are a good place to start. The fish is fresh and tasty.

    (5)

  • Bill K.

    The cook was exceptional. The food was good. The rest was horrible. Hostes was nonexistent, practically had to beg for a drink at the bar and the server sucked.

    (2)

  • tina b.

    They have a mango mojito there that is pretty amazing. My husband and I frequent here all of the time and we love their rolls. I had their deep fried soft shelled crab the last time I was there and I am a huge fan. Try to have dinner here on days when they have live music.

    (4)

  • Anita C.

    I ordered the Sashimi lunch and I was extremely impressed. When you first walk into the restaurant, you get the feeling that it's americanized, or that the quality of the fish will not be that great. I figured the best way to tell if a sushi restaurant is good is by ordering their sashimi. I was pleasantly suprised!! Some of the tuna pieces literally melted in my mouth! The sashimi lunch was only $15 which I think is very reasonably priced. I would definitely go again!

    (4)

  • Brandon H.

    Delicious sushi with great quality. As usual overate as I couldn't waste a single piece of sushi

    (5)

  • Nadia G.

    Let me start out by saying that this place has a great woman's restroom! It is super clean and very nicely decorated. This really caught me by surprise because I feel that most businesses do not have memorable bathrooms. Lets get to the food. My tummy is so happy. I had the nigiri lunch and a rainbow roll. The fish was super fresh and the rice was perfectly fluffy. The nigiri lunch came with a small salad and a miso soup, both of which were delicious! I sat at the sushi bar with my friends and we all raved about how good the food was. I also tried my friends' Spicy Gorilla roll, and decided I'm getting that next time. The service was fast as well. I'm excited to return to Miyabi for lunch again.

    (5)

  • Monique H.

    Best sushi had in a long time!!!

    (5)

  • Melissa L.

    it's a hidden gem in southcenter, but lately i've noticed it's becoming less hidden. great for them, bad for me when i'm trying to get an impromptu seat! it's so cute inside and the staff is always friendly and attentive without being over bearing. pst...check out the toilet seats!!! they're sushi is delicious and fresh. you really can't go wrong with any of them. i love their udon and their bento's are good bang for the buck. the only word of caution is all the little side plates and sushi you get really add up, and before you know it, you put a nice dent in you're wallet, but it's all worth it!

    (5)

  • Lulu B.

    It is the best sushi in the area that I've tried so far. Service is great!, food has a lot of variety and great taste, fresh, creative, different.

    (5)

  • Trish K.

    Two words TERIYAKI BEEF. No it's not your usual teriyaki combo platter at some teriyaki joint called "Teriyaki (insert atypical King, Bowl, Boy, Happy, etc...). It is marinated steak slices that is so good and juicy that it makes you want to do a happy dance with each bite. If that wasn't enough it comes with this side pasta salad that is similar to the Hawaiian mac salad except this is long pasta noodles. I order this dish EVERY time I come here. One time a friend of mine suggested I try something different so I ordered the Sukiyaki which is also amazing, but it still didn't hold a candle to the Teriyaki Beef. So the next day I came back just so I can have the teriyaki beef, hehehe! For appetizers, the baked creamy oyster is really good, the sauce is not too rich like the name suggests. If you don't want the creaminess, you can always try the bacon wrapped oyster and as we all know, anything with bacon tastes awesome. If you are more on the adventurous side, try the uni shot. It comes on a soup spoon with raw egg yolk. The sashimi is great quality and there is a plethora of rolls to choose from if you want to go that route. Dessert choice, MUST TRY GREEN TEA TIRAMISU! Most importantly, the wait staff and the chefs are extremely nice and friendly. They will help you with ordering, suggest dishes if you tell them your preferences, accommodate special requests and best of all, suggest which sake goes best with your order. I love this place which is probably why I am here at least 2 times a month, at least that is what my credit card statements tell me lol.

    (4)

  • Victoria P.

    Salmon sunrise is bomb and I can't have it without some salad and ankimo!! And if you still have some room in your stomach you have to order the tempura ice cream, its delicious.

    (4)

  • Michelle T.

    This is the best sushi place in Southcenter or Renton! The food is always fresh and high quality. The Mt. Rainier roll is AMAZING! I've been going here for over a year now and the food is always consistently good.

    (5)

  • Jp C.

    I highly recommend this place if you are a fan of sushi. The place is quite small and hidden. It keeps a japanese themed atmosphere, even the servers wears a kimono. Most importantly, the food was amazingly good. We ordered 6 different kinds of sushi and all of them were really good. I also highly recommend their mango cheesecake. It was by far the best I had in a long time. The price is a little higher compared to most sushi places around town, but it is all worth it.

    (4)

  • Chika A.

    I revisited Miyabi after a few years of break. (it's just that we moved away from City of Tukwila...) I was happy when I found out that they have added more Izakaya style food on the menu. I am pretty impressed with the selections they offer. On their new menu, they cover from traditional to modern Izakaya Items on top of regular dinner items. I like having several small items for my dinner and sometimes those Bento Box dinner doesn't have everything I like to have. I was able to pick all my faves from small dishes selections and create my version of Bento Box dinner w/o box. Needless to say that the food tasted good and pretty authentic and service was good. I remember their sushi was pretty good back in few years ago...but no comment on their sushi since I didn't try them this time. There are several Japanese Izakaya style restaurants in Seattle. I think Miyabi does a good job on recreating "casual" Izakaya in Japan while you can still enjoy their sushi bar as well. If you are expecting a snooty pants Japanese Tapas Bar, then this place may not be the right choice... I would visit them more often they are closer to where I live now.

    (4)

  • Shelby W.

    We ended up coming here because Cheesecake Factory had an hour and a half wait. NO JOKE! We saw Miyabi had 4 stars on Yelp with over 200 reviews so we decided to try it out. We called in and they said it would be a 30 minute wait. It turned out being an hour wait. They definitely need a bigger waiting area. When you come here on a Friday or Saturday night be ready to wait a while before you eat. There's only room for about 5 people to sit down. I don't know if this is just for Friday nights but they had live entertainment. An older European gentleman playing an accordion. The actual restaurant had a European Japanese vibe going on. We ordered quite a bit of food. I had the chicken and pork katsu bento box and the Asari Sakamushi. I definitely wouldn't get the Asari Sakamushi again because there was like 9 extra small clams (barely enough for a snack). The katsu looked and tasted very good. The clams were good as well they just nothing to suppress my appetite. They forgot to give me my miso soup so I had to ask for it. My friend also had to ask for her green tea about 4 times. Our waiter said he's sorry he's just very busy. To his credit he was busy but that's never an excuse to a customer especially when they asked you for the same thing more than 3 times. My friends ordered multiple plates of sushi which I couldn't try since it had avocado in it (allergic). I did try a couple pieces that came with no avocado in it. I also shared an order of Chicken Karaage with my friend. It was very tasty, tender and crispy on the outside.

    (4)

  • Jay H.

    Probably one of the better spicy tuna rolls I've ever had. It was really good and had just a little tabiko sprinkled on it to give it a little more texture and crunch. Yum! Their wasabi was creamy and very fresh unlike some places where it seems like the wasabi is being scooped out of a Costco bucket with an ice cream scoop. I also had the white tiger which was good but not really my thing... I just wanted to diversify and try something a little outside of my usual scope. All the servers were on their A game and handling the crowd quite well. I even witnessed their skill at dealing with a lady who was something of a nut job. I was pretty impressed with how easily they dealt with her and how they kept her from interfering or irritating the other patrons. It was a Saturday night and they were BUSY! We were told it would be 5-10 minutes for my friend I to be seated. While we waited some space opened up at the sushi bar so we opted for that instead of taking up a table for four when it was just the two of us. Typically I find that sitting at the sushi bar at a sushi joint means I get my food a bit more quickly but that was not the case here. My only complaint would be waiting 20-25 minutes for our orders to handed over the counter to us and my tea was never refilled. Boiling it down to the core elements: plan for a little bit of time here, I'm not sure if they take reservations but make some if they do and be ready for some good food! Next time I'm in South Center and have some time to kill I'll be swinging by here to get a fix. I'm a fan!

    (4)

  • Gabriela S.

    Yummy! This is a great spot for lunch during the work week. My only complaint is that they do not serve the Udon soup to go. They are usually pretty busy so you may have to wait for a table. The sushi is fresh and the prices are fair. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for sushi in the Southcenter area.

    (4)

  • Jon D.

    I came out for lunch one day, and was struck at how nice of a little joint this was for ol' Southcenter. It's not like the divey looking Japanese places that you usually get around here, but this place actually tries to carry itself with a bit of finesse. I ordered the bento, with sushi and beef yakiniku. The miso soup was quite good. The box came out, and the addition of noodles to the usual foray of items was a good touch. The nigiri was nice and fresh, just like you would expect it to be. The beef, though, was really quite tastily prepared. The sauce it was in had a wonderful sweet, savory flavor mixed in with the smokiness of the grilled meat. Overall, pretty good for a lunchtime stop. The prices aren't the lowest (about 12 bucks for the bento), but not exorbitant either. Nice spot.

    (4)

  • Mitch N.

    I love this place. The one and only authentic Sushi place that I've found so far living in Seattle. (though I've only heard of maybe 2-3 tops in all of Seattle) The sushi chef is quite personable and always does us right when we order omakese. Okamase in California means $80-$150. Here, half that! Love it. And I can get items like Kohada, very fresh Uni, izakaya items, and even beef tongue stew. They also have Otokoyama and Kurosawa which are two of my more favorite sake's. So far the 4-5 visits there over the last few years, and this being my first review... I love it, and recommend it to all of my friends as being "the best authentic Japanese sushi/food in Seattle." Anyone that thinks cream cheese belongs in your sushi should not participate in the gene pool anymore.

    (5)

  • Suzanne H.

    This is by far my favorite sushi restaurant in the local area without having to go downtown. I've been meaning to write a review for quite awhile now. Let's get to the point, THE FOOD: Well, it's delicious! My boyfriend loves the sashimi. I never get too adventurous but he has tried their speciality rolls and I always try at least one bite and it's just amazing. I stick to the more familiar rolls like Shrimp Tempora. It's just amazing... just melts in your mouth. The Staff: They always greet you when walk through the door. They are so attentive throughout the whole meal, hardly ever needing to ask for more water. All the servers help all the tables, and shouldn't it always be that way any way? There's usually a guy on a guitar or even on an accordion playing music there. Kind of odd at first, but kinda neat at the same time. There's a reason why it's always busy. If you're craving sushi then head straight here! And for God's sakes, I beg of you, do not go to Sushi Roll at the mall... their horrible review is next on my agenda.

    (5)

  • Lisa P.

    Authentic. This is the best place to satisfy your Japanese cuisine craving without having to drive all the way down to Seattle if you're living in the south side. Albeit a little pricey, the quality of the food is up to par. A couple of my friends and I decided to dine here after craving for some sushi one late night. It was quaint and the waitress was very helpful and nice. I didn't order much. Just a bowl of miso soup and some grilled squid, and an assortment of sashimi. The food was grilled and seasoned perfectly, and the sashimi was fresh, so I was happy. The miso soup was typical: not too salty and not too watered down with bits of tofu and seaweed floating around. The grilled squid had a nice charred taste to it and it was really flavorful and not overly seasoned with salt and pepper. I can tell it was properly cooked because it wasn't at all rubbery or tough. The cooks definitely know what they are doing! My friends, on the hand, are guys and are heavy eaters. They ordered an array of food; their bento combination comes with plenty since you can choose your main protein and add on some sushi on the side. It's convenient and easy. The wait time wasn't bad, and the restaurant was not that busy. However, I did appreciate the fact that they took the time to cook our food. A reminiscent of Japan, I'd come back here when I am craving some good old izakaya fare.

    (3)

  • Rich W.

    I eat here on a pretty regular basis. This has always been excellent sushi and friendly service. The only problem is that it takes a long time for lunch because they are so busy. I recommend calling ahead for a reservation. Also, Yelp is wrong regarding the hours of operation. It has 4:30 pm listed as their opening time and this is incorrect. I don't know the exact time they open but it's definitely in time for lunch.

    (5)

  • An T.

    Went here 2/8/11 for dinner with my gf. We ordered the omakase one of eash sashimi and sushi. It was good and fresh. Great option for good sushi in south end if you don't want the conveyor belt stale stuff.

    (4)

  • Malea X.

    gluten-free folks: you can have the imitation crab subbed with real crab for just $2 per roll! DO IT. SO worth it! the tiger roll is delicious (i didn't use the sauce, which has soy sauce in it) and there's a tuna roll with crab on top that everyone needs to eat at least once in their lifetime.

    (5)

  • Kelly M.

    So my mom and I have begun trying new restaurant which has been amazing, though a little counter productive to any diet I may be trying to stick to, oh well its been a tasty journey nonetheless. So we tried this Japanese restaurant. It was super fun. my mom got a bento box which I am totally getting next time because they look awesome. She ate every last bit! I had the yakisoba with tofu and the vegetable croquet which was so good! all and all will be back! also Benji is very cute and very helpful :)

    (4)

  • Jennifer L.

    I only discovered this restaurant a bit before Christmas. I have been there at least once if not twice a week since then. I have introduced at least four others and told countless people how wonderful it is. I have a three year old and she also has been very welcomed. I have only had their sushi, but the sashimi salad is amazing and so is their uni shot. I have adored everything but their spicy tuna, which macerates the tuna more than I prefer, but that is more of a personal preference on my part than a taste issue. Who would have ever thought to find such a wonderful little gem in a strip mall. But on one side you can go thrifting and on the other buy yourself a nice book. It's just a wonderful restaurant, with a friendly staff, an A+ place.

    (5)

  • Mariya K.

    It's an acceptable place though I don't think I'll be coming back. The prices are quite high and the food isn't super good. The sushi was too expensive for its small amount. The tempura is really good though. The service was quite fast but not the friendliest. I must say that the menu is really confusing (how the bento order works, how many pieces in each sushi roll on the order sheet, etc.). Their website menu doesn't have prices, which is really unhelpful if you want to check the place out before going there. Overall, it was a satisfactory experience.

    (3)

  • Joey F.

    I just wanna say that I used to live in Japan as a teacher for a few years so I am not trying to pose as someone who is a connoisseur of the food and has never actually had genuine Japanese food. I had to eat it for a long time and with the help of many Japanese friends (ok, women...), I learned alot about the cuisine. I love this place because it is run by straight-up Japanese. The lady owner of the group (I believe there is more than one owner) is awesome. She sounds Kansai and she is so helpful and kind. She is almost always talking to customers when I go there. It's fresh and clean. I like the options. They don't get too crazy. I love the sashimi. I can eat their sashimi until the fish come home (sorry, old people humor).

    (5)

  • Mike J.

    Excellent food and service. We were there for lunch at noon, and there was already a good crowd. There was one table left, so there was no wait. We ordered the deluxe Chirashi lunch, and the Sashimi lunch. The fish was fresh, and the cuts were excellent. I suggest going at lunch time, because the lunch specials are slightly cheaper, but the quality is just as good as the dinner choices.

    (5)

  • Tricia R.

    I've been going to this restaurant for ages, 20 yrs maybe. And yes, during that time I went MIA for a while, distracted by the posh sushi joints that kept cropping up in Seattle. But I'm back and have made Miyabi one of my go-to places once again. Thumbs Up: -- The quality and consistency of the food are what keep me coming back. Really fresh seafood, generous cuts. -- I like the flexibility of their bentos (build your own). -- Extensive menu, specially their apps. -- Varied cocktail selection too. A plus considering most same-sized restaurants only serve beer & sake. -- Fun décor. They remodeled a few years ago. Thumbs Down: -- The place is a bit cramped. And while I'm all for table sharing, the communal table that runs across the restaurant hardly gives you any elbow room.

    (5)

  • Charity R.

    Great Sushi! Great menu with just about everything Japanese that you could wish for. I can't wait to go back and try more delicious things! P.S. the location doesn't feel so Southcenterish. It doesn't have that fast food atmosphere of some other places in the area.

    (5)

  • Patricia C.

    Love the menu upgrade!! Uni shot anyone?

    (5)

  • Clint W.

    Hmm, I thought Miyabi was just okay. Some things were good and I thought some missed the mark. The shrimp and asparagus wrapped in bacon was tasty. My friend with the teriyaki salmon bento said here salmon was very well done, but her cold noodles were pretty bland. The chicken yakisoba was ultra sweet and the chicken came in big chunks and was flavorless. My chirashi was okay, not outstanding but not bleah. Service was crisp, except when it came time to get the bill. It took quite awhile, but the restaurant was filled by then and the staff was hustling. Not bad, but not great either.

    (3)

  • Willis S.

    It's really nice to have a solid Japanese & Sushi restaurant Option in the Southcenter area when wanting to do something more than conveyor-belt Sushi. Came here with a friend and was seated promptly. The menu has a nice array of Bento box's, Sashimi platters, tempura, udon, etc. In addition to this they have a nice selection of fruity cocktails with umbrellas ( LOL I appreciate this because I usually only get this kind of fix at a Mexican restaurant). All of the food was really fresh but like most real Japanese restaurants the food does not come out fast which is a good sign of the freshness (or being understaffed). Other than our server who was really busy forgetting a few things we ordered everything was tasty. If you're looking for a nice sit down Japanese restaurant near Southcenter and don't mind a little chatter from nearby tables then this place is a great option.

    (4)

  • Jen B.

    I've now been to this sushi place twice and both times were pretty good, nothing really negative to say, I did enjoy the South center roll and the Mt Rainier roll. Service the 2nd time we went wasn't very good, the guy was a little absent and most of the time we had another server helping us, even the sushi chef seemed annoyed with our server... All in all we will be back, it's pretty decent for the area and easier than driving up to Seattle.

    (3)

  • Sarah W.

    First time @ Miyabi after a trip to Babies R Us. Miyabi made the drive from seattle worth it! Prompt, friendly service. The agedashi tofu was great, the tea was piping hot, and the sushi was fresh and delicious. Baby-friendly, too! What a great oasis amidst chain stores and restaurants.

    (4)

  • Cody E.

    This place is small, out of the way, and makes good sushi. With so many trendy sushi places these days, it is nice to have just a normal sushi restaurant that is not too fancy, not overpriced, and who's sushi is not covered in mayo and chili sauce. Miyabi is reasonably priced, you can get traditional sushi, and the inside of the restaurant is nice. However, the place is a little out of the way and parking is horrible. The pros definitely outweigh any cons. You will deninitly find me there in the future.

    (4)

  • Joe B.

    Strip mall sushi. It makes you pause but when you have a craving for nigiri and work in Tukwila you log on to Yelp and let your friends guide you. Miyabi is next door to Toy R Us if you need a reference. The interior is a bit generic but well laid out. The lunch menu is fairly large but the displayed special did the trick to make up my mind. Today it was Udon Soup, 3 pieces of nigiri, eel and avocado roll and a small salad. I found the udon had a nice texture but the broth was saltier than I cared for. The nigiri were shrimp, salmon and albacore and were all tender and the fish melted in the mouth. The rice was very delicate; maybe a tad to much so. The roll was excellent with the flavors all melding together as one. The service was VERY attentive. My tea never fell below the half glass point. I am looking forward to working my way through the menu.

    (4)

  • Ruth M.

    To be fair, my visit was a very busy Saturday night - luckily, we had reservations. But still, until the server would actually look at me and confirm our reservations, I was almost ready to walk out. The accordian music was a bit much... DH had sukiyaki, which was very good, but quite expensive at $20.00! We then split Hamachi and blue crab rolls - our bill came to $50.00!!! I'll try Kohara next time...

    (2)

  • Don H.

    My third visit and excellent every time. I'm stuffed from the Bento box dinner. Very well done and the staff was fantastic despite the place being packed!

    (4)

  • Kc F.

    This is the best sushi I've found in South King County. The rolls are varied and tasty. The fish is fresh and good quality. Service can get a bit backed up, and the prices on the menu don't necessarily match the amount they will charge you, so check your bill if it seems off. The atmosphere, decorations and style are fun and funky. The heated toilet seat and bidet are a nice addition to the bathroom, as well as a good conversation starter. I love this place!

    (4)

  • Andrea S.

    Miyabi - now on my list of favorite restaurants. I went there a couple days ago after visiting Half Price Books. I thought I'd try their tempura rolls and a bento box with chicken katsu and tempura gyoza. I initially ordered to go, but then my plans fell through so I sat down and ate. While I was waiting for them to bring food, I ordered a Strawberry Mojito from their drink menu. I am not lying when I say it was the best drink I have ever had! It was so clean and refreshing! The tempura rolls were very delicious. I ordered them without the roe. They were nice and fresh. I wish they were cut differently so there would be at least 8 pieces.; there were only 6. They then brought out edamame, I can't comment on the taste of it because I didn't try it. I didn't even know how to go about eating that. Next came the miso soup. It had such a delicious taste. The perfect amount of tofu and seaweed. Finally they brought out the main course, the bento box. The way the bento box was situated on the plate was beautiful. There were sections for each item. The tempura gyoza were perfectly cooked; lightly crispy on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside. The chicken katsu was good, it was white meat, which isn't my favorite but it was very moist and crunchy all at the same time. When I go back I will order a side of teriyaki sauce to dip it in. I will be making another trip there very soon!

    (5)

  • Kayo P.

    They are always busy, so when my hus and I got an opportunity, my birthday dinner, we made an appo and got a table. We ordered food in Japanese izakaya style. Order 3-4 appetizers, eat and tried to order some more. The waitress had never come back after taking order until we gave up and put a payment on a check tray. We asked other waitress that we wanted to order more and a check after 10-15 min we realized we never got to order more. The food was great, though.

    (3)

  • Katie C.

    This is a must go place when me and my friends wants some place nice to hangout for nice food and some drinks!! They have the best Katsu and sushi !!!! LOVE IT LOVE IT!!! Their staffs are friendly and lovely too, other than the fact it might be quite a wait if you go there during dinner time, like after 6:30pm. I really can't complain about anything with their menu!!!!

    (5)

  • Cheryl R.

    I've eaten here twice now, and I have to say, the food is REALLY delicious and reasonably priced for the quantity (e.g. Mt. Rainier Roll). The service is a little slow, but always friendly and I'm sure my going in on Saturday evenings (both times they were PACKED) didn't help the situation. This is definitely a roll sushi kind of place, and they have a great kids' bento box (in a bullet train) that my daughter just loves. Worth the drive down to Tukwila for the fish and the atmosphere. Did I mention that there is an accordion player on Saturday afternoons/evenings as well. He is just precious! Never a bad sign either that the place is packed w/ Japanese patrons. :-)

    (4)

  • Tatjana D.

    The first thing I noticed in this establishment is the lovely decoration. Its like being in a quaint Japanese garden surrounded by blooming pink cherry tree branches. Lovely decoration aside, I found the service to be pleasant, though a bit rushed. I'm assuming this was because my companion and I dined close to 2pm, when they close for a few hours until dinner. I always order two things (salmon sashimi and Ikura) at any sushi establishment and its by the taste and quality of these two items that I usually judge the place. The salmon lacked flavor and the Ikura was too salty. The hamachi was also bland tasting and on the dry side. The Go Seahawks roll was a nice surprise, though I'm not usually one for a "busy" roll like that. The reason this establishment went from 2 to 3 stars for me was the uniqueness of the restroom design. Not only did they have a cute stuffed octopus on the changing table for the tots, they offered toothpics for customers, which I think is a good service. The piece de resistance was the hi-tech toilet seat complete with seat warming and toilet water temperature options. As if one would want more from a toilet, it also had shower, bidet, and drying option. My goodness, I felt a bit like I had entered a new dimension in toilet options...But a fancy toilet does not a sushi restaurant make.

    (3)

  • Hoi D.

    I've been here about 4 times already and each time I received great and courteous customer service. I am in LOVE with their Blazing Godzilla and I would recommend it to those who like a little kick to their sushi. The setting is fairly intimate because of the size of the restaurant. Almost each time I've been there, they will have different decorations, or a theme. I was there on Valentine's Day and I was there when they had island/hawaii-style decor -- their waiters/waitresses were dressed up too! I also enjoy their broiled salmon bento. I've had their vegetable tempura, uni (sea urchin roe) shot, dragon roll, rainbow roll, and salmon sunrise. And all of them tasted delicious too.

    (5)

  • Derek O.

    Arrived at the restaurant and was seated promptly. The service throughout the meal was terrific. Friendly and warm. The food? What can I say? It was Fantastic. I had this Blazing Godzilla Roll and the mix of flavors...I thought I was in heaven. It just got better from there. My wife had the Sukiyaki and it was well cooked, served hot and had the very best flavor possible. I stole a couple of pieces of my daughter's Katsu and it was tender and full of flavor. Overall, it was a great experience. It was the first time that I didn't have a qualm about spending 100.00 on a meal. Like I said, we were celebrating. You can get out of there for much less if you try.

    (4)

  • Min C.

    The service was fast, and reasonable. I had a couple pieces of Ebi, and it was nothing special. My friend had Beef Sukiyaki, and I had Salmon teriyaki. Both were actually pretty good, the portions were quite huge. Overall, the taste was pretty good, they had an interesting spaghetti that went with the teriyaki dish, and it was actually pretty tasty. The overall ambience is nice, but the seating was a pretty dense pack. Service was pretty good for a Tuesday night, and they seem busy enough.

    (4)

  • Paulina N.

    really? only 4 stars here? hands down..this is one of the best sushi restaurants I have ever been to..especially for the renton area. i am a HUUUUUGE fan of their bento boxes that they have. You are allowed to pick up to four items which consists of katsu, salmon, fried chicken, tempura, fried tofu.. etc etc I have had the katsu, salmon, chicken, and I've also had the veggie tempura. all of their choices are DELICIOUS! and have i mentioned that they are not STINGY at all when it comes to their portions? You also get a side of their japanese spaghetti, salad, fresh fruit, and of course.. miso soup, in which they make fresh! and wow their sashimi .. yummm. i love this place! and i used to be grossed out by sushi.. but thank goodness my ignorance and TASTE buds..changed. and miyabi makes it so much easier. OH AND DID I MENTION THEY HAVE A BIDET IN THEIR RESTROOMS? totally legit kind of thing to have at a japanese restaurant! right? lol their interior design is very cozy.. and they are VERY clean compared to a lot of "sushi" and japanese restaurants I have been to.

    (5)

  • Toni H.

    Good authintic fresh sushi and other food. Seating is very tight. Service could be better. Food outstanding. Nice staff.

    (4)

  • Winnie T.

    The ambiance is a yelper's total paradise- lots of cute japanese things and lanterns and icicle lights and stuff. Truly was smack dab in the middle of nowhere- between the mall and a larger, nice looking plaza. We drove right by it twice before calling to get a better landmark. BF is a sushi snob and he loved the place. I loved everything about it besides the price- but when stacked up against perceivably "cheaper" sushi spots like Genki (sp?) Sushi, it was only about 10 bucks more but with much better service, ambiance and quality of food. Would highly recommend the baked dish...forgot what it is called but it was savory and creamy and warm and delicious. The classic rolls will run you about $6 a roll (think, spicy tuna, salmon rolls) and the next "level" goes to the 12 dollar rolls (think rainbow rolls and such). Wish they had a good HH (or..do they already?)

    (4)

  • Richard M.

    Excellent sashimi! Great appetizers! Perfect Japanese food, not just wannabe Japanese food.

    (5)

  • Belle B.

    I discovered Miyabi based on the reviews from Yelp and boy were they accurate! The service is phenomenal and the food outstanding. I have found myself bragging and telling all of my friends and coworkers about it. I am a sushi girl but unfortunately my boyfriend isnt a fan THANKFULLY they do have other options like their fried chicken that he loved. I was even able to convince him to try a piece of the Super Salmon and the Blazing Godzilla and it looks like their may be a light at the end of the tunnel. If you are in the southcenter area or even looking for a new sushi joint to try it is worth the drive! My advice, skip the mall food and go around the corner to Miyabi.

    (5)

  • Daren D.

    Choices! Don't you hate it when you want to try just about everything but your stubborn organ called your tummy may be contradicting your decisions? Man!! Really great sense of an authentic Japanese sushi bar. The decor/design plays a big factor in that. The bathroom is sweet! I doubt you'll find ANY bathroom as cool as theirs within miles from here (i was kinda surprised it was a victim to a few small "vandal scratching", too =[). Got a TV situated above the bar (itself is pretty nice but I didn't sit over there). The cupware, menu selection, etc. all great. Good descriptions. I had an Alaskan Roll and Geisha Wrap (I wish it was cut smaller but I loved the Geisha!). I noticed on the sweet little "Japan Phrases 101" flipper, there was a Halibut Nigiri, but not on the menu... =( Oishii!

    (4)

  • Yukio W.

    I hate to do this miyabi... I love your food but your service sucks! Don't get me wrong, the servers are nice and all but they lack the service! I love coming here but every time I sit down I am reminded why I dont want to come back. Today I made a mistake, I came really hungry! We sat down at 730, already knew what we wanted to order but the waiter didnt come by for about 10 minutes. Two other parties sat down after us and received edamame before we even ordered. Finally ordered, received my pepsi and water and we waited. And waited. Pepsi glass is empty, and we waited. Water glass goes empty and we waited! WTH?! 8:19 we finally received our first of three dishes, killed it. At this time I see a guy pouring water for everyone but happened to miss me! First no edamame, waited about half hour for my blazing roll and I have no water. I see at least 5 servers running around, what's the problem? Another 5 minutes pass by and I start waiving down a waitress to get me more water... Then we waited and waited about another 10 minutes before we received our second dish. Finished the hamachi kama and waited AGAIN for our sukiyaki. My boyfriend is a very patient guy, but tonight was bad.... He comments I forgot how bad the service is here. I don't think we'll be back. That's really too bad. Maybe the servers should focus on their own tables instead of bouncing all over the place. If service was better maybe tables would turn around a lot faster too! We sat down at 730, ordered three dishes and didn't finish till 920! That's WAAAAAAAAAY too long! Again, food is excellent.... Just dine here knowing it'll be a long wait! 2 stars because YES I'm that annoyed!

    (2)

  • Vince N.

    Fresh fish in Tukwila? Who would have thought! Miyabi offers a spanktacular array of fresh sushi, rolls and other Japanese entrees for people to enjoy. The sushi always taste fresh, the rolls always artfully created and the bathrooms are funky fresh. If you are visiting Tukwila and need a place to have some good food, Miyabi would be a good choice.

    (4)

  • Michael G.

    We've been coming to Miyabi for years. This is my son's favorite Japanese restaurant. He usually has the beef yakiniku. My wife and I usually go for the salmon shio or the salmon teriyaki, with an order of salmon sunrise (seared salmon sushi roll). They are quite crowded on Saturday evenings (waits can range from 15-45 minutes) so it pays to have reservations if you plan to have dinner there. The wait staff has gotten a lot more attentive (not that they weren't before). Tea cups are kept filled. They have always been friendly. I second a previous reviewer's observation that it can get cramped here. If you're seated at the main center table, it's almost elbow to elbow with adjacent diners. On Saturdays, they have an accordion player play live music. Restrooms are kept nice and tidy. An interesting bonus: their toilets are outfitted with the fancy Toto bidets.

    (4)

  • Kaitlin W.

    The food was FANTASTIC. I was blown away. The beef teriyaki was especially delectable.

    (5)

  • George S.

    I travel to Seattle every month to visit my corporate headquarters and Miyabi is at the top of my list for Sushi. The staff is great, the food is fantastic and most importantly it is very authentic. I highly recommend Miyabi the next time you are near South Center.

    (4)

  • Catherine F.

    Wow, how did I not know about this place until now?! First of all, it's really small but quiet. It's hard to believe that you can be in a smaller room filled with people and barely hear your neighbors. Secondly, the sushi is fresh and served beautifully. Everything tastes perfect. In my sushi-eating experiences, I've notice that freshness and temperature are big contributing factors in a great roll and Miyabi pins those two down perfectly. Thirdly (okay, I'll stop with the numbering), the service is very friendly and prompt. You have a constant stream of people willing to refill your water and green tea (which is also delicious). The bathrooms have bidets in them! The bathrooms are also very clean, orderly, cute, and have lotion available (which to me, is like saying "come back often." I love lotion!) More about the food. I get the Sunny California roll, which is a California roll, but fried in tempura batter and topped with spicy mayo and some other brown sauce. I normally don't like fried things but this was so lightly fried and battered that its enjoyable. I wasn't a fan of the creamy scallop roll; I found it tasteless. The vegetable tempura was perfectly and lightly fried and the sauce that came with it was decent. For carryout, you can still expect fast and friendly service. The person at the front counter always chats politely while I'm waiting for my food. I'm an enthusiastically satisfied customer. I will return- over and over. I'll let you know how the shrimp tempura roll is!

    (5)

  • Kayan H.

    Not good. There's a better place in the target shopping complex which has sushi and teppanyaki. Go there.

    (1)

  • Rain And Rob H.

    I think my wife may give this place 4 stars, but since I am writing the review, I am going to go with my gut. Three stars, not because it is bad. It is pretty good, but it is not great. This place was packed. Even at 3 stars it may be the best sushi and Japanese food in Tukwila, so that may be why. Parking was terrible. Wait wasn't too long, but tight waiting area by the door. Once we ordered, it took a very long time to get our food too. Sushi was just ok. Yellowtail had a little flavor. Salmon was missing something. Maybe it was an off day for fresh fish. It was during the snow storm so maybe it wasn't as good as they would normally have. It would be worth going there again to try the sushi to see if it had more flavor. I had the curry udon. It was good but got bored with the flavor after a few bites. The soup and noodles were good, but I needed something more to break up the taste. My wife had the sukiyaki. It was very good and a very large portion. Maybe next time I will get that. All in all, three stars this visit, but worth another visit when there isn't a snow storm.

    (3)

  • Maasa W.

    Went to Miyabi for the first time a couple of weeks ago---but it definitely won't be my last! It has solid Japanese food at a reasonable price. Menu has lots of varieties to choose from -- and all of the dishes we got were delicious (and this is coming from a Japanese native!). Also--really love the decor--super trendy and cute. Definitely go there before the rush to get a table though, when it fills up, you may be sitting next to a stranger in the large "communal" table in the middle. Two thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Cherie M.

    Miyabi is my absolute favorite place for sushi. I have tried many other sushi restaurants in the area (Tukwila/Des Moines) and this is the best. The fish is always super fresh and the sushi chef's are very welcoming and will make special items if you want to be adventurous. The creamy scallop and bomb roll are the best!!! They serve alcoholic drinks now so that's even more of a plus! ;)

    (5)

  • T K.

    Great sushi restaurant. From all the places I have tried on the eastside this is the freshest sushi. I always go on Saturdays so I'm not sure if on others days the freshness varies. I love the bento boxes. Even my 3 year old loves this place. Excellent service. Finally a sushi restaurant with a changing table for babies. If you have a little one you understand why it's a great feature.

    (5)

  • Megan L.

    I was in the mood for my usual eel roll so I ventured out to Miyabi because Yelpers gave it high marks, but I found myself disappointed in the lackluster taste. Maybe it was due to my timing (right before closing). Unsatisfied, we went to Applebee's down the street.

    (3)

  • George S.

    It's good for SouthCenter. Prices are good. Service prompt. That sort of thing....

    (4)

  • Milaflor E.

    one of my fave place to eat sushi in seattle. authentic japanese food, the sushi is fresh and the service is always great (all so friendly)! small and cozy, just how i like it. and what's even more kooler is that there's an awesome book store right next door. so eat dinner early and find a good read afterwards. perfect night out, doncha think? the boy & i thought so.

    (5)

  • Ty L.

    I recently visited Miyabi, and due to the high ratings that were given, I decided to take my girlfriend there for some sushi. I'm a pretty good judge on sushi quality, being originally from a place where fish is fresh as you can get it, and thus ordered the chirashi sushi. I found the food just above average, and on that alone, I would have provided a higher rating... However, lets get to the service... We were seated promptly, however it took about 10-15 minutes for them to bring us menus and then to finally take our order. We ordered 2 Chirashi, large bottle of beer, fresh shucked oysters, chawan mushi, and amaebi with the fried shirmp heads. We got our sushi and miso soup in due time, and also received our chawan mushi as ordered... During our meal, we finished our first bottle of beer, and desired another one... that took about 10 minutes after we were done with the first, and eventually it was delivered when we were pretty muc done with the meal. I thought restaurants made their money, or a lot of it throught beverages.... anyhow back to the meal... theyforgot to bring out the shrimp heads and then the oysters. We were pretty much done with our meal, upon which time i reminded our waitress that we hadn't received our oysters or shrimp heads. To this she told us she would go and remind the chefs etc etc... We were sitting there for a good 10 minutes, during which time I could have shucked 10 oysters myself... She returned, and told us that she forgot to tell them initially and that they would be right up... another 5-6 minutes go by, and then she returns and tells us that the oysters would be hard to serve for no reason at all.... by this time, the novelty had worn off, and i told her to just take it off the bill and we would be ready to go. So she brings our bill, and sure enough the oysters were still on the bill. I politely brought up this fact, to which point she went and removed it, and came back... We spent about $70 for a party of 2... Food: B- Service: D-

    (2)

  • Ngoc H.

    Slightly overpriced, but I love the bento's here. You get to chose two dishes and you get miso soup, salad, noodles, and pickles. The saba shio and salmon teriyaki are tasty. The vegetable croquettes are always yummy. The spicy tuna handroll is really good and it's actually spicy!

    (4)

  • Russell L.

    So, after reading the Yelp reviews, we decided to check out this place on the way to IKEA. Yes, although in a strip mall, this place is nice, a lot nicer than I would have expected. Even if this were in Seattle, I'd still think it would be considered a well decorated sushi joint. Good service and they've got Manny's on tap too! The menu has some good choices with some stand out dishes and a lot of specialty appetizers to choose from. They've got a good selection of vegetarian entrees and sushi rolls as well. I stuck with the sushi and wasn't disappointed. I wouldn't say the sushi was cheaply priced, more like average pricing. You know, nigiri tuna, unagi or yellowtail was $4.50, salmon $4, tamago $3, and specialty rolls were around $8-10. There was a good amount of people there but not too crowded. I'd definitely go back.

    (4)

  • Joolie T.

    this is a pretty popular place among my group of friends. the prices are decent (but not great), the service is always good, and the location is just right... not too much traffic or parking issues. the miso soup there is so delectable. the karage (fried chicken) was perfection... however, it's not always like that. we were lucky that time. my friend worked there for only 2 weeks and on the day she was fired... we had dinner there with a huge group of friends to kind of piss the owners off. lol. i mean, it's most of my friends' favorite place for sushi. we caused a little drama, but nobody was fretting. we still had great service along with good food. their loose leaf green tea is so rich and potent. how green tea SHOULD taste like. try it with a bite of green tea ice cream... it's tantilizing. my friends and i always do it.

    (4)

  • Amy B.

    You would never think that there would be such great sushi so close to Southcenter Mall! Located in the Toys R Us plaza the food is reliably good, quick during the lunchtime rush, has good service, and is priced well. The menu is diverse and has lots of interesting rolls for a wide range of appetites. Enjoy!

    (4)

  • Ted M.

    Small and out of the way near a small bookstore, but very good food, and great tempura. service is great, and the food is fresh with decent sized servings, and low to medium prices. great value.

    (4)

  • Tracy M.

    My family and I spent a couple of days in Seattle and were actually staying at a hotel in Tukwila. Not wanting to go too far, we settled on this hidden gem of a restaurant. After reading some reviews on Yelp, we decided to give this restaurant a shot. Being a group of 10 and only having to wait about 10 minutes, we definitely lucked out! Right when we walked into the restaurant, I knew we were in for a treat. The place is so cute and nicely decorated. You definitely feel like it's homey and comfortable. One thing that I loved about this place is that the servers and staff speak Japanese. There's something really refreshing about walking into a Japanese restaurant and hearing Japanese actually being spoken. It just gives the place a feel of authenticity. The food was great. Almost everyone in our group ordered something different and we were all satisfied with our meals. The portions are good sized too...big enough for you to be full but not too big where you feel gross after eating. My aunt ordered the sushi platter and loved it. My uncle, who isn't so big on seafood, ordered the sukiyaki and really like that. The rest of us ordered bento boxes and they were all delicious. They had some side dishes that I hadn't seen at a restaurant before and they were yummy! The staff are so sweet and they do their best to make sure your experience is wonderful. For kids, they have these cute little games to play and they give away prizes too! The bathroom is also verrry cute. I don't know how they did it, but there are tons of decorations throughout the restaurant and even though there's a lot of stuff everywhere it doesn't feel tacky at all. If I were to go to Seattle again, I would definitely make the trip out to Tukwila to come back to this place :)

    (5)

  • Alyssa H.

    This place was AMAZING!! Pleasant staff but more importantly AMAZING food!! We had the bacon oyster as an appetizer which I've never had and was surprised by how tasty it was! Then we had the blazing Godzilla, dragon, and sunny crisp rolls. We DEVOURED them!! Yumm :D

    (5)

  • D T.

    The food was good but the service is bad. My son ordered geso yaki and baked oyster for his appetizer. His dinner was ten zaru soba with a Mt. Rainer roll. His cold soba comes out without the tempura. Asked the waitress and she goes back to get it. But she doesn't being the tempura sauce. Asked about the roll, she tells me that they are rolling it now. I see walk over to the sushi counter to pick it up but I seen that roll there for the past 15 minutes! My Niku Tofu was OK. I like mine better. My husbands sashimi platter came out last.

    (3)

  • M H.

    Tonight, I thoroughly enjoyed my sashimi/nigiri after months of strikeouts across the US. My ultimate test of quality in a sushi restaurant is always to ask for an "omakase" meal at a certain price - generally I find this is both respectful to the chef and a great way to test the freshness of the fish being served. And I'm a fish snob, since when I'm home I catch everything I eat daily and it doesn't get fresher than that. Pros: -The restaurant was packed due to their Seahawks win celebration, and they got me seated right away. Sadly, it wasn't at the sushi bar but it really didn't end up mattering. -Green tea was free and endless, and served with edamame the minute I walked in. -The service was surprisingly excellent despite every seat being occupied. My glasses were never empty. -When I asked the waitress for an omakase meal at a certain price (with lots of Saba, my personal favorite), she didn't bat an eye and brought miso without hesitation, also free of charge. Another waiter offered and then quickly brought a bowl of sticky rice as well, also free of charge. -When the chefs heard the order, up popped their heads like a line of prairie dogs to check out their customer all the way across the room. One nodded to me very politely. While some silly people may find this offensive, I find it reassuring to see recognition of the respect being paid to their abilities. At least I'm going to pretend that's what it was - maybe it's just because that's an unusual order by most American single women eating alone. :-) -Given that the restaurant was packed, it really didn't take that long to get my food. This isn't McDonalds, people, sit down and enjoy a meal. -The fish was mostly FRESH-tasting. A few pieces were not quite as fresh as the others, but generally they were very good, and higher quality/better cuts than I'd say 75% of all sushi restaurants I've been to in the US. -The chef that I assume prepared my omakase course actually took a few minutes to leave the bar and specifically come talk to me about how I liked the meal. How he found the time to do that, I'll never know, but he did. And it wasn't just a "is everything ok?", it was multiple questions about his choice of fish, the Saba quantity, etc. Highly impressive. Ok.....now to be fair, a few admittedly nitpicky..... Cons: -Definitely at least 2 types of fish on my plate were a little less fresh. While not super-fishy tasting, they definitely lacked that melts-like-butter-in-your-mouth consistency, and I'm not talking about any sort of squid, clam, or octopus type that is normally a lot different in texture. -Despite going omakase, I checked out the menu while waiting. There were definitely some highly priced items I wouldn't normally see priced quite that highly. Perhaps I shouldn't comment on that since I didn't observe the preparation of some of those items, but I could see how there could be a little sticker shock here and there. -No soy sauce on my table. Silly to comment on it, sillier that it wasn't there and I waited a long while to get some. Again though, it was VERY busy. -When I finished my meal, there was no offer of a dessert course and the check was deposited on my table the moment I picked up my last piece of nigiri. The server did say to take my time, but as a (99% of the time) solo-diner this is a particular pet peeve of mine as I immediately think they're just trying to flip my table since I'm alone and not spending as much as maybe a group would. Overall, I was really impressed. The friendliness of absolutely every single employee while handling a super busy restaurant was no less than amazing. The freshness of the fish was very good and the presentation itself was great. I'd recommend it for any more traditional sushi diner, and warn the $20 all-you-can-eat California/Philly/Spider roll types that this is NOT the place for you, so don't bother. Leave it to those of us that enjoy the finer arts of sushi-craft. ;-)

    (4)

  • Ken L.

    A co-worker of mine recommended sushi so off I drove to sample the happy hour for dinner. Unagi rolls, spicy California rolls, squid salad, sushimi set and a beef tongue soup were ordered. Rolls were made with a soft sticky rice that were both easy to eat and the right amount of seasoning. Squid salad tasted refreshing and not chewy. The beef tongue soup was a pleasant surprise as the puree tasted hardy and the tongue meaty and filling. On a low note, the sushimi fish selection was halfway between frozen and thawed (a state called freeze thaw), resulting in a crappy fishies with a cold burn taste. Their happy hour prices are desirable and the food is above average. I was not impressed with their sushimi set and most likely would avoid that in the future. The sushi rolls are well made and are above average but not the best I have ever tasted. I would definitely come here again for happy hour but I would stay away from the "not so fresh" sushimi.

    (4)

  • Seth L.

    Definitely my new favorite sushi restaurant. Atmosphere is excellent and the sushi is extremely fresh. Two thumbs up!!!

    (5)

  • Eric K.

    I don't recommend this place at all. Just had the special Nigiri Lunch and the pieces were tiny. Spent over $15 and feel like all I had was an appetizer so far. I understand when places are cheap with the fish portions at lunch but at least beef up the amount of rice so I'm not starving when I leave.

    (1)

  • Kenny V.

    First time I've ventured south of Seattle for sushi and stumbled upon Miyabi using my Yelp app. I like the decor, especially the table/bench carved out of a tree trunk. They also have a Japanese bidet in the restroom, nice! It was pretty sparse when we arrived, so service was quick and attentive as expected. Sushi is tasty, but not quite to the level of Seattle heavy-weights. I won't go out of my way to drive down here for sushi, but if I'm in the area I know where I can get a good salmon nigiri.

    (3)

  • J C.

    I'm giving four stars because the food was good. This place is authentic so the prices will be a bit more, but I was very pleased with all the rolls I got. The service was not that great. The host and the waiter were both an odd mix for the restaurant in my opinion.

    (4)

  • George C.

    Great sushi restaurant tucked away in a Southcenter strip mall! Order the Mount Rainier Roll and the Sunny Salmon Roll. Both were very good. The place was packed so make a reservation just in case. Servers were friendly and did a nice job overall. Plenty of parking. Miyabi has to be the best sushi joint in Southcenter! Eat here!

    (4)

  • Irina O.

    I want to start out how great food is, but boy one of the male server Luis flat out obnoxious along with the manager. Very rude, no customer service skills which gives such nice restorant such a bad name.

    (2)

  • Schi-ada H.

    We stopped by here based on Yelp reviewers. We enjoyed the visit and would be willing to go again. I had the Ahi Poke (yum!) and the Blazing Godzilla. The ambiance is nice, simple, and the place was busy mid week at 5:30pm, so that's a nice sign too. We want to go back to try more of the menu. Go ahead and give this place a shot.

    (4)

  • Don S.

    I've been to Miyabi 50 times. It is good, but is very pricey. The rolls are weird in their attempt to entice. I stick to sashimi and salads. The spot is strip mall marginally decorated. Simpler and unadorned with sparse traditional lines would be an upgrade. I don't care that much about ambience, but it is I. Need of new furniture and just tired. Try Bai Tong for a better meal, albeit not Japanese.

    (3)

  • Sarah K.

    Wonderful waitstaff! Lots of smiles. Lots of food for the price and good options on the menu. Veg Tempura was delightful, edamame and salad yum, and sushi was well plated and tasty . Can't believe they had a live guitar player (although playing Spanish flair- amazing skill!) on a Tues night as well!! Super great atmosphere. Not very big so you may have to wait but it's worth it!

    (4)

  • Danielle C.

    After a long day of furniture shopping down in Southcenter, my boyfriend and I decided to go to Miyabi for dinner. What I thought was charming right off the bat was that there was someone at the front playing LIVE ACCORDION. IN A JAPANESE RESTAURANT. How quaint is this? The boyfriend and I sat at the bar, but service was still pretty good despite the small counter space. We drank our fair share of barley green tea (genmai cha). I don't know what was in the tea, but it was really delicious and I must have drank like 5 cups of it before the night was over. I got the bento box dinner selection, which was around $17 if I remember correctly and had California rolls, yakiniku (beef), and chicken teriyaki, along with some salad and miso soup. The dishes were both really good. I am sometimes disappointed by chicken teriyaki at Japanese places because it can be overcooked, but no. This place had really great chicken teriyaki - soft and flavored well. I think the yakiniku was okay but I don't really remember the flavor too much now. My boyfriend got some sushi rolls. I ate some of the eel and it was pretty good! And I really am not a seafood/sushi person in general. My boyfriend was super pleased with the sushi, even though we were staring at the sushi making bar the whole time and could tell that some of the ingredients in the boxes have been sitting out for awhile. I think we would come back again if we were ever in the area (the only reason we go down there is furniture shopping)!

    (4)

  • Thuy D.

    This place is great! Had the niku udon, chirashi, maguro salads, uni shot. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The udon broth was perfectly seasoned and very flavourful. The sashimi on the chirashi was very fresh, one of the best that I have had in a long time. Uni shot was very good as well, uni was great and creamy. They were pretty busy, but everyone was very attentive of our needs. Will definitely come back!

    (4)

  • Mark M.

    This place is great! Really fresh. Great staff.

    (5)

  • Melanie F.

    Note: Okay, I lived in Hawaii for 12 years before moving to Seattle, so I have some experience with good sushi. I was craving sushi and decided to use Yelp to help me find a place to try out. I ended up choosing Miyabi Restaurant. My boyfriend and I arrived around 8pm. We were welcomed and offered a seat at the sushi bar within minutes. The host and waitress were very nice and friendly. I ordered a Sapporo beer on draft to start off. The two chefs at the sushi bar were not Japanese but they did not disappoint. Sometimes, I am hesitant to sit at the bar because I don't want to feel uncomfortable talking while someone stands right in front of me. Well, that was not a problem here. We ordered the blazing Godzilla (with Kewpie Japanese mayo), salmon sunrise, and South center roll. Oh my goodness, my cravings were satisfied by all of these three items. The blazing Godzilla had a little spice to it (I thought it was pretty spicy although my boyfriend disagreed). The salmon sunrise melted in my mouth, and the South center roll was onolicious. I would get another order of all three if I could eat that much. . Overall, our bill was about $52. Two beers, a miso soup, and three sets of specialty sushi rolls. Worth the money. Definitely will go there again.

    (5)

  • Hannah N.

    I wouldn't complain if this wasn't the second time I've had horrible service here. Food was delicious, can't go wrong there. However it took over an hour to get two sushi rolls made. They were very busy, and kept getting more behind and yet they kept seating people. Server was nice but ignored us for an hour instead of explaining why we were waiting so long. There was a lot they could have done to ease the situation, like apologize, but they chose to ignore us. I'm only getting takeout from now on. Like I said, great food. Not worth the wait tho

    (2)

  • Ray I.

    Went here for all the rave reviews, but was a little disappointed. Makes me a little skeptical of Yelp reviews. Is this place seriously the best reviewed Japanese/sushi restaurant in the area? I am shocked if it is. The food was alright. We got the omakase sashimi, uni/qual egg shots, and raw oysters. The shots were delicious. The oysters were really small for the price. The sashimi set was really small, and of course, expensive. The sashimi was so fresh though. It was almost melt-in-your mouth. Even though the fish was really good, there are other places in the area that give bigger portion for your buck while maintaining excellent quality.

    (2)

  • Jens J.

    After being away for over ten years, I paid a visit to Miyabi with a friend for dinner this past Wednesday evening. A very popular establishment, this restaurant was filled to the rafters. Service was great. Food was decent too. This time however, instead of sticking with Miyabi's very notable beef teriyaki, I decided to explore their Izakaya menu. So it was from there that I ordered Buta Kakani, Teppan sausage, Hanabi, Cream Shrimp and Takoyaki. Yes, that was a lot of food, and much it made it into takeout boxes. Penny, on the other hand, went with the rainbow sushi. The rainbow sushi came with three different kinds of raw fish straddling cold rice wrapped in cold seaweed. Dipping the pieces into wasabi-boosted soy sauce, Penny proclaimed the sushi excellent. She also offered me some. I'm sure I visibly blanched at the thought and I told Penny thanks, but no thanks. Presentation of the Izakaya items was excellent. Flavorwise, the Teppan Sausage was the best. On its serving plate were three no-so-mini hot-dog-shaped sausages on wooden picks. I was a little surprised that there was no dipping sauce, but they were so delicious, none was necessary. The Hanabi, served on a large seashell was very good, albeit mighty rich. A little bit like a seafood casserole, it contained octopus, scallops, asparagus and green onion in a mayonnaise sauce. Also quite decent was the Buta Kakani. We specifically ordered this dish because it included pork belly, and Penny had never experienced pork belly before. The dish also contained daikon radish, egg and spinach. The pork belly was very good, but the daikon radish was the tastiest part of the dish. I didn't care so much for the sweet teriyaki sauce that had been sprinkled on some of the dish. As a rule, I avoid teriyaki sauce. It's too sickly sweet for my palate. The Takoyaki was octopus dumplings, topped with bonita flakes, were the most interesting dish. The bonita flakes twitch and wiggle like little worms. Aside from the teriyaki sauce it had been squirted with, it was good. The Cream Shrimp sounds decadent on paper, but it is so so rich, it is barely edible. In presentation and texture it reminded me of honey walnut shrimp. The cream shrimp was prepared with a mayonnaise sauce that was, well, mayonnaisey and so intense I could only eat two shrimp before crying uncle and saving for later. But overall, a very good food adventure!

    (4)

  • Roxy B.

    I was so impressed with the sushi here. So far, it is the best I have ever had here in Washington. I ordered the Mt. Rainier (which had a little too much mayo for my taste) and the Blazing Godzilla; hands down, the best roll I have EVER eaten. I would highly recommend eating here! Keep an open mind and try EVERYTHING! :)

    (5)

  • Lisha T.

    just go! ok!

    (4)

  • Michael Y.

    From the food standpoint it is definitely a four or a five, but the rest leaves much to be desired. We've been there no less than ten times and something always happens that makes me not want to go back. For example we purchased a number of $50 gift certificates thinking we were going to be using them anyway since we planned on going there regularly. Only come to find out we have to spend $55 or more before we can use the $50 gift certificate. How does that make any sense at all? Then when we returned the next time our server seemed quite impatient to hear our concerns because he's busy with a few other tables. They don't need my business because they are very busy without it. Still, a very negative dining experience considering the food there is not inexpensive.

    (2)

  • Zach G.

    Wow...just, wow. This place is so fantastic. It's almost 5 stars, but the service makes me give it 4. However, my service experience seemed different than usual, so I would probably give it 5 stars overall after my next experience. I'll explain that later. First, the food...my god. I came here not craving sushi, but rather craving cooked Japanese food (which is odd, since I love sushi. Just wasn't craving it that night). The menu is pretty big, so it took me some time to decide, but I finally settled on a bento box (with salmon teriyaki and chicken katsu) with some sushi. The sushi came first - six pieces, including 4 various cuts served in nigiri form, and two pieces of a roll. I was never told exactly what they were, but I know there was a shrimp and a yellowtail. Besides that...not sure. However, all of it was incredible. The fish all tasted so fresh, so flavorful, and so perfect. They were cut thick and liberally, and the rice was perfect. Now, the bento box. The salmon teriyaki was out of this world, and I normally don't like teriyaki very much. The chicken katsu was solid, but it's hard to screw that up since it is so basic. The noodles were refreshing, the rice was sticky and just as good as the sushi rice, and the fruit was...fruit. Needless to say, I devoured everything in my box, as well as the sushi, and felt no shame in being a fatty. And the service. It's not to say it was bad service, but there was some confusion. I was a single person sitting at the sushi bar, and nobody seemed to know who I belonged to service wise. In the end, I got my drink from one person, ordered my food from another, got my food from another, and got my check from yet another. All of them were friendly, but because nobody seemed to have ownership over me, the service times seemed to drag on as a result. With any sort of "normal" service, I would probably give this place 5 stars overall...it's just that fantastic.

    (4)

  • Bo S.

    Went here for a date night. The sushi was fresh. Not the best sushi in greater Seattle, but I'm guessing one of the better options for south of Seattle. It was nice for a date, and we would come back again. Tip: make a reservation. I wasn't expecting to wait 30 minutes on a non holiday weekend night. Quirk: first sushi place I've ever been to that had an accordion player.

    (4)

  • Angela P.

    Went here on a Wednesday night on a whim and I honestly was not disappointed. The staff here is very attentive and the food was amazing. The place was very clean and when I asked out waitress for recommendations on the menu she was very helpful. My boyfriend got a bento with katsu chicken and salmon and I got myself the rainbow roll and the miyabi roll. According to my boyfriend it was some of the best salmon he had ever had. My little brother got himself a kids bento as well which was in a fun little shuttle! The fish tasted fresh (although the spicy tuna didnt look so attractive at first honestly) and we mistakenly got some extra miso soup but they didn't place it on our bill. I got some tiramisu for dessert in the end and it was more like a green tea cake but it was good nonetheless. I highly recommend going here if you have the money, it does get quite expensive to fill yourself up but it is worth it. Two thumbs up, I will be back.

    (5)

  • Kim B.

    I'm not from Seattle but was in town and had a sushi craving. I saw the positive reviews and decided to try this place. I sat at the sushi bar area. Service was fast. I was brought Edamame and my drink. There is a tv at the sushi bar which made it easy to watch Monday night football. I ordered sake and maguro. The fish was fresh. Great texture and taste. I would come back if I visit the area again.

    (5)

  • Leo B.

    Good sushi overall and nice ambiance. The salmon roll was delicious along with the salmon nigiri. Prices seemed a little high. Didn't like the mariner roll as much as I had thought I would. The grilled scallops were not great either. But overall it was a good place to eat.

    (4)

  • Andrew M.

    Excellent foood, great atmosphere and very attentive staff!! Love this place.. The food was very fresh and we didn't have to wait long. My wife and I will be bringing our friends and family here.

    (5)

  • Detra R.

    My favorite Japanese restaurant in the area. The sushi chefs are friendly and diverse and the decor is aesthetically pleasing. I love to sit at the sushi bar on the evenings that they have the guitarist.

    (5)

  • W H.

    Fresh, inoperative yet still very traditional.... I'm sold. Love this place! Even my teenybopper groupies (other people call them "kids") will follow here with smiles on their faces. The sushi is amazing! The service is wonderful. The place is always packed (a very good sign) and worth any wait a the door.... and if it's a long wait, there's a Half-Priced Books next door. WIN!

    (5)

  • Peter C.

    I never would have expected to find such a great sushi place in South Center. Color me impressed. Excellent menu with lots of wonderful, fresh selections, and excellent service.

    (4)

  • Jeff G.

    Who knew that some of the best sushi in Seattle isn't even in Seattle. This place is smoking busy on a saturday night but the service and quality are outstanding. A lot of great sushi joints fail miserably in the service department with forgotten orders and long delays, the staff here is on it. The food is also great. We started with 45.00 worth of omakasse that brought about 10 pairs of nigiri which were all impeccably fresh. You should be clear that omakasse in this place means nigiri and not multiple courses. We ended up not having enough so we also ordered Agadashi Tofu, a White Tiger roll, tempura and a croquete filled with crab and cream cheese. All were good. I liked the Tempura, my wife didn't which is actually pretty much how it goes. The Agadashi was good with a nice creamy texture and a delicate broth. Great place. Really great place to go after seeing a movie at South Center.

    (5)

  • Mian W.

    Nigiri sushi was great. Hamachi Kama was also good! A little bit pricy. They got very busy after 6p.

    (4)

  • Lindbergh M.

    This restaurant is pretty well reviewed. We regularly eat here when craving Japanese food and are in the area. One of our favorite dishes is the tofu salad, which is just delicious. Pros: Delicious and creatively named sushi rolls; friendly staff; reasonable lunch prices (around $10); food consistently delicious. Cons: May get busy at times, which is probably more a testament to how popular the place is than anything else. Also, parking may be difficult because it is adjacent to Value Village and may be challenging on a weekend. Advice: If having lunch arrive early, I think they're open at 11:15a on weekdays, get the tofu salad

    (4)

  • Jj C.

    always the best in town :) love love it

    (5)

  • Mandy C.

    Came here the day after Christmas, and despite that, the place still had a lot of people. Always a good sign. -Seated quickly -Friendly service -Average roll prices ($6-$9 per) I ordered their Bento Box which was a little over $10 and had the sashimi and tempura ordered with it. We also got the Fried Soft Shell Crab as an appetizer. The batter was super crunchy and all the food was served fresh. What was warm, was warm. What needed to be cold, was cold. Their SASHIMI THOUGH!!! OMG!!! Soooooo gooooood! The cuts were perfect and the quality was amazing!!! I can't believe I haven't been here before! My cousin ordered the Tuna Nigiri, which was $6 (I believe?) for two pieces? Seems a bit pricey to me, but nonetheless he was surprised by the quality as well. I'm glad there's a place like this in the Southcenter area, it's definitely needed. :)))))

    (4)

  • Nikki N.

    If you're looking for a more authentic sushi then this is the place. Umi sake, japonessa, sushiland, genki, and etc are more americanized. You'll often find that the sweeter/more sugary tasting things are, the less likely it is authentic because it's tweaked to taste better for most Americans. Although, it would be a plus if they did offer happy hour... But for their food quality, I definitely do not mind paying the price. Their teriyaki bento boxes are great too! Another reason why I give them 4 and not 5 stars is because they charge for everything (besides water) like a SMALL dipping sauce of spicy mayo, 0.50 cents? When everywhere else it's free. It's kinda like paying ketchup for your hot dog. Overall, I love it!

    (4)

  • Katherine T.

    I was really disappointed with our dinner experience here. First off we had a long wait to get a table. When we got there and ordered our meal my husband got his sushi quickly but my food did not come out for another 40 minutes. They said they had forgotten about my food. The only thing they did was said sorry and they offered me ice cream which I cant even eat. A well managed place would have offered a discount or asked if there is a way to improve my experience. I was not impressed. The food was ok, not all that great and was super over priced. Needless to say I will not be returning.

    (1)

  • Richard T.

    This is a pretty good sushi restaurant close to Southcenter Mall if you don't want to eat at those fast food establishments inside the mall. The food here is very fresh and the service is very nice. My only complaint would be that we had to wait almost 10 minutes when we arrived even though we had made a reservation. I ordered the bento box which was great as you had a choice of sushi rolls and also two separate entrees to choose from. I had gotten the tonkatsu and beef flanks which were both very tasty and cooked just right. I always enjoy bento boxes because of the variety and the little extras that are included. It feels like a fully complete meal just right in front of you. Overall I would choose this place again even though it is quite small and can get busy very quick. If you can't get a table they also have a sushi bar.

    (4)

  • Eliot H.

    There are only two big minuses for this restaurant. One: the tables are so close together that you have absolutely zero privacy. Two: try not to sit anywhere near the front of the restaurant. The creaky front door seems to open about every 45 seconds and you are then soon buffeted by a strong, cold breeze. One half of my body felt like a popsicle by the end of my meal. I never got to take my jacket off and it hindered my dining experience. Now for the good stuff. Best hamachi sashimi I have ever had anywhere. The fish is so fresh and flavorful. It is cut into perfect sizes. The rolls are big and very creative. I bet anything you choose is going to be good. One thing I wish I had known though. Anything that has the habanero sauce on it is not only going to be very spicy, but it is also almost cloyingly sweet. I wanted the heat, but didn't want the sweet. Wish I had known that before ordering that Godzilla role thingie. If you're into that, then the roll will probably knock your socks off.

    (3)

  • Cassie B.

    Best sushi ever omg. Staff was great too, they do need to hire more servers though but the staff that was working never stopped moving.

    (5)

  • Liliana C.

    I wasn't super impressed with the food. Maybe I order the wrong thing... I had edamame, rainbow roll, and miso soup. I noticed my co-workers got lunch specials and they said they loved it. I've been to better sushi places. Their service was ok... I had to ask the waiter for water three times and had to try to get their attention for over 20 minutes to put our order in. The place is in a busy location and it looked great... I prices were ok, but I've had better sushi for less. Again, I must have gone the wrong day because my coworkers love this place. (This might be TMI but if you go here you must check out the restroom... totally high tech, something I had never seen before)

    (3)

  • D C.

    Came here a couple times and was not disappointed. On the weekends, might want to make a reservation so you have a table. They accommodated our party with rare cuts of fish that we enjoy. They seemed to have a variety of rolls with sauce drizzled on them but we didnt have that. All the nigiri was extremely fresh and didn't smell fishy. Those that eat lots of sushi know the implications of fishy smelling fish. They even have this guy that plays an accordian on the weekends! Will go back again.

    (4)

  • Rolf M.

    Went there with coworkers for lunch. I had nigiri and they had rolls. The geoduck was chewy and fishy, not sure if this is normal or not as it was my first time having geoduck. The sake nigiri was mediocre for the $3 a piece they cost, however the tuna was quite excellent. The rest of my meal was pretty good. Had a few pieces of my coworker's rolls and they were pretty decent as well. The setting is pretty nice. I really enjoyed the benches and live edge table.

    (3)

  • Scott D.

    Incredible. Food was the best sushi I have ever had. Friday night and they were extremely busy but the staff was very professional despite how busy they were.

    (5)

  • Rachel C.

    I came here on a blind date - he chose. We both liked sushi, and he said this place came highly recommended. He was right! The inside was cozy, dimly lit, decorated nicely and looked clean. We were immediately greeted upon entering, and with our reservation, we were sat promptly. The one thing I didn't LOVE about this place was how small the seating quarters were, everyone is very close together. Not a deal breaker though! Our server was nice and quick to bring waters and take our order. We had a sashimi sampler-type plate, the blazing godzilla, seafood jumbo, and rainbow rolls. They were all fresh, firm, well prepared and delish! The rice was seasoned perfectly and not too overwhelming for the fish. Everything held up nicely to be eaten with our fingers, or with chop sticks. Though it's a little on the spendy side, if you're used to places like Blue C Sushi or Trappers, it's worth it. I'd definitely go here again!

    (4)

  • Rob C.

    Miyabi makes me happy in that I NEED sushi kind of way. The sushi is fresh, the rolls are creative and delicious, and the atmosphere is fun. We've been a couple times and they always seem to be busy which is a good sign. They have a bit of everything which you might think would be bad but it's not. Really. Last night we had the Happy Tuna roll which is spicy tuna topped with more tuna. Happy Tuna = Happy Me. We also had the Shrimp Tiger roll from their special menu which was fantastic, but what really made it all come together was the Albacore Tataki sashimi. Holy crap, that was amazing. Lightly seared albacore tuna in a ginger, scallion, and shiso sauce. This makes me happy just thinking about it again. Will definitely be back. Maybe later this evening.

    (5)

  • Daniel K.

    After watching members of my party wander of to the nearby Panera Bread and Chipotle I decided to explore the surrounding a bit more and was glad I did when I found Miyabi. I ordered to go but for the $12 lunch bento I got a sizable portion of pork katsu, teriyaki salmon, mayo spaghetti, rice, and 2 pieces of a California roll. Salmon always seems to taste great in the PNW and this place was no exception. Filling, simple, and well made - I was glad I chose to eat here. ^^ The surrounding restaurants are also highly rated to with the Indian Pabla and Thai Bai Thong nearby.

    (4)

  • Jarenn N.

    My boyfriend and I went to Miyabi in celebration of girls day on 3/3. In celebration of the Japanese celebration, they offered us ladies complimentary lychee sake shots which was DELISH! We ordered bentos and sushi and we were very happy with everything! We had sashimi, the super salmon roll, tamago nigiri, ika nigiri, tempura, miso saba, and croquet. Our favorites out of the bunch was the sushi and the miso Saba although everything was good! Service was also excellent - attentive and friendly. Parking was also easy in the lot and we parked right in front of the door. Tip: sign in on the iPad and when you have multiple check ins there you can get a discount on a following meal!

    (4)

  • Delfina G.

    This place is so good! They have one of the best bento boxes I have had. So filling! The service is great! Small place so make sure to get there at non-peak hours. You need to try the green tea tiramisu!

    (4)

  • Megan Y.

    Miyabi is a great option for Japanese especially in the southcenter area! If you're having trouble finding it, be forewarned it's not the most well-marked place. It's in the same lot as Value Village (i.e. old Toys R Us) next to Half Price Books but the sign is so dark that you can easily overlook it. Once you get settled in, the food and service here is awesome. They have lots of options so if sashimi/sushi's not your thing, no worries. I think the menu has like 8 sections. It can be a bit overwhelming. Here's what I've been able to try so far! Sashimi: excellent! The fish here is so fresh and they give a generous portion for the appetizer dish (~8 fatty pieces). I really like the tuna and salmon. Rolls: The Baked Scallop roll is my favorite! It can be messy but the mini scallops on top are tasty. The Blazing Godzilla is not that spicy as the description boasts. It's more like a spicy tuna roll with some hot sauce on top. I liked this one, but not necessarily a favorite. The other roll I've tried is the spider. It's a classic and you can't really go wrong with it. Bento boxes: these I feel are a bit pricy for what you get. You choose a main dish like sashimi or tempura and then choose two sides. It's also served with rice and some salad. We tried a box with chicken teriyaki and salmon with sashimi. Nothing really stood out about the quality of the kitchen dishes, however it's nice to have these options for those that don't like seafood. Fried and raw oysters: These are separate appetizers but worth getting at once. The raw ones are twice the size I'm used to and so delicious! Not too salty or fishy. Fried oysters just make everything better Overall, I'm impressed with the atmosphere, presentation and quality of Miyabi. I just wish they would put more prices on their menu. You have to ask your server for them which is a pain. I plan on returning to try their udon and sukiyaki. Yum!

    (4)

  • Emil C.

    I was in town on my first night for business and wanted a good quality spot to grub. After browsing a bunch of restaurants on yelp, the reviews on this sushi spot had me sold. It was crowded, but since I was solo I was quickly seated for a spot at the bar next to this couple on what seemed like on of their first dates. I minded my own business, but I'm not gonna lie the few bits of conversation that I caught were pretty amusing, in a cute way. Anyway, on to the food. I love spicy food and the reviews on the Blazing Godzilla lived up to the hype. The waitress recommended the White Tiger for my second roll. It wasn't as full of flavor as the Blazing Godzilla, but it was still a nice, simple dish. It also had a really good sauce to compliment it. It was good sushi so it definitely wasn't cheap, but not overpriced either. So good I ended up coming back for lunch.

    (5)

  • Sarah T.

    I wasn't expecting to enjoy this place as much as I did. The staff are incredibly welcoming and friendly, the food was so delicious and presented beautifully, and I couldn't have had a better experience. Fully and highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Yuka H.

    I came here for lunch today and I guess it was just fine. I had lunch bento and mom has lunch special of the day and it was kinda disappointing. I had salmon teriyaki and that was fine, but the agedashi tofu tasted average. The sauce didn't have enough flavor and it wasn't deep enough. The lunch special came with chicken katsu, gyouza tempura (lol why), normal tempura, and salmon shio or something. That salmon was the problem though. I figured that those lunch specials were made using left over ingredients but this salmon didn't have much meat and wasn't fulfilling at all. Also it was hard to find the light switch in women's restroom. Mom and I are Japanese so it was kinda embarrassing when mom tried to speak Japanese who can understand but can't reply in Japanese lol. Tempura ice cream took forever to arrive too. The waitress brought another cups of tea when we were done eating but not finished with the earlier round of tea. I thought it was a waste but then again, the tea was kinda bitter so it may have been best when hot. The service was okay, just thought most of the waitresses were super young to be polite for the Japanese standard. Our main waitress was nice though. I guess I have high expectations.

    (3)

  • Jennifer B.

    A sushi place near the mall and in a strip mall What more can I say. If you need sushi and don't want to drive to Seattle you can go here. It's decent enough. The servers are really nice and attentive. They had an accordion player there on a Saturday night, which I thought was really weird.

    (3)

  • Scott H.

    Miyabi is tough because I'm not a major sushi guy but this was really good stuff. We tried a bunch of rolls. Including the blazing Godzilla roll and sunshine roll. Wow... Both were so goood. I would for sure try more from this spot.

    (4)

  • S. Rene' P.

    We weren't impressed with this establishments food or service. We order a rainbow roll it came with only 1 pc of eel & very little to no salmon eggs on the top. The yakisoba was ok. The service horrible. Took forever to take our order, refill our water, they never came to ask if we needed anything or if everything was ok. No smiling there or pleasant atmosphere. Never again.

    (1)

  • Michael T.

    We ate right at the sushi bar and everything was great! We tried the sushi, miso, rolls, sukiyaki, my friend had the sashimi, seaweed salad and edamame. Everything was very good! Definitely would recommend this place!

    (5)

  • Shana M.

    Can't say enough about how wonderful they are! Fantastic sushi and sashimi, incredible wait staff, and amazing food. The ambiance is enchanting. The best for me was the attention to detail. When I mentioned a food allergy the chef and staff took great care without making me feel like a burden.

    (4)

  • Jiayun L.

    I wish I could give none star. The food is really good, but I've waited for 20 minutes to let the server give me a cup of tea. And I've waited another 15 minutes for her to get my order. " very good "!!!!!!!!!!

    (2)

  • Stan Y.

    My wife and I went Miyabi near South Center for lunch today. Generally speaking, we had a pleasant time there and will visit again. The decoration style of the restaurant traditional Japanese, and the manager chatted with some customers in fluent Japanese. It's a good sign indicating the food is authentic. We ordered sukiyaki ($12.95) and lunch chirashi($15.95). The sukiyaki totally exceeded my expectation. Usually when I order sukiyaki in Japanese restaurant, I expect to see very and narrow thin sliced beef like in many Asian markets. But here in Miyabi, they use nice quality big wide sliced beef, which is more juicy, contains more flavor, and provides more satisfying tasting experience. This is a pleasant surprise for us. The broth of the sukiyaki is quite sweet. Maybe too sweet for me. But according to my wife, who is very familiar with Japanese food, this is the authentic sukiyaki broth. When the chirashi arrived, we noticed that its rice is different than the one comes with sukiyaki. This is great because they used real sushi vinegar rice in chirashi and it taste excellent. Not many Japanese restaurants around here pay so much attention to the rice anymore and I'm glad to see that Miyabi sticks to the tradition. The sashimi is very fresh with good texture and flavor. I got nine slices of seafood, two slices of eggs and a little fish roe in my chirashi, plus lots of ginger. So the quality is good, though a little thin in the slice. Considering its price of $15.95 is much lower than most chirashi bowls ($18-20) in other Japanese restaurants, it's quite a good deal. The service is good. Our dishes delivered to us within 5 minutes of ordering. They attended our needs of hot tea friendly and fast. Generally speaking, it's a very nice experience. The only reason I give them a 4 instead of 5 is because this is my first visit, and I need more visits to ensure they quality consistency to give them a 5. I'm sure I will visit Miyabi again. Some pictures of our dishes have been posted here in yelp.

    (4)

  • Matthew N.

    The restaurant was a bit pricey but the food was very yummy! The sushi rolls were displayed nicely too.

    (4)

  • Amanda S.

    Best Japanese food in Renton/Tukwila. I got the bento box which came with a roll of sushi my choice of meat and tempura! Also came with a salad, rice and fruit. The staff was very friendly and we're all dressed up for Halloween! The decor was very traditional. I will be back soon!

    (5)

  • Angelica F.

    A hidden gem! I usually come here and order sashimi since the serving size is VERY generous. The fish tastes so fresh and they have a good variety to choose from. The fatty tuna melts in your mouth! The space is small so I wouldn't recommend large groups. Also if you are a 2 top they tend to sit you right against other couples so loud conversations might be awkward. **BUT: I've come here once for lunch and had the worst service. I ordered a sashimi salad and my friend had two rolls. The rolls arrive within 10 minutes but I had to remind the waiter three times about my salad. It was 45 minutes after ordering before I got it. Then they charged us for extra items on the bill and it took another 20min before they came back with the fixed copy. The place wasn't packed so I don't understand the time delays. Maybe lunch service isn't the best time to come? Whenever I've come here for dinner the service has been friendly, attentive, and prompt. Aside from that I would definitely recommend this place for great sushi in the tukwila area

    (4)

  • Melissa N.

    I definitely didn't notice this spot before while I was growing up in the South end. It's a great addition! Finally a decent Japanese restaurant on this side! Came here on a Friday night and it was pretty packed. It's located right next to Half Price Books in Tukwila. We sat at the bar, which I prefer just because I really like to watch the chefs do their thang. We started with 2 appetizers - crab cream croquette and chicken karaage. The croquette was okay. It was much creamier than I imagined and less crabby than I wanted. Overall, an okay item! The chicken karaage was pretty average too. I've definitely had better. We also got 2 rolls - the baked scallop and go seahawks. The baked scallop was loaded with scallop on top and with eel and avocado. A heavy roll but oh so delicious. Mmmm. The go seahawks is a shrimp tempura based roll with albacore and eel. Another really nice roll but I'd say I liked the baked scallop much more. There were sooo many to choose from. We were both pretty full from these dishes. Their rolls are not a small portion! As for sashimi - we got some salmon, eel, albacore, and yellowtail. WHOA! Their sushi quality is quite good. I love salmon and theirs was nice and fatty. I also enjoyed the yellowtail. I didn't notice this before but they had a splash of wasabi in their nigiri. Overall, a pleasant experience and I would definitely come back for more. I would probably just stick to rolls and sashimi.

    (4)

  • Lan M.

    We were around the area after getting my glasses and were looking for a place to eat sushi since our go to place was in Burien. So we decided to search for a place to eat and and this popped out. Sure enough the food was amazzzzzzing! I got pork katsudon, my fiance got the curry katsudon and my daughter got the kids bento. Then we shared the Dynamite Roll if I'm not mistaken and it was all delicious! I highly recommend this place to whoever is wanting to eat Japanese Cuisine!

    (5)

  • Sara C.

    This is my 2nd visit to Miyabi's. My husband, daughter and myself came for dinner before we leave on vacation tomorrow. It was very very busy and we had to wait quite some time but our first visit was great so I'm willing to wait for great sushi. Miyabi's did not disappoint us! We had the assorted Tempura which came out perfect. We splurged and ordered Toro sushi was just so perfect and smooth. We had 3 rolls also and have nothing bad to say about any of them. We had the Fire Salmon special, the Go Seahawks! roll and the Happy Tuna. The hostess was also friendly and acknowledged our long wait by bringing us free dessert, toasted coconut ice cream. If you are near Tukwila/Southcenter mall and you want sushi Miyabi's is the place!

    (5)

  • Wen W.

    You know what people say about "you get what you pay for"? Well, this IS the place where you should NOT complain about anything. I understand there are restaurants that serve sushis on the conveyer belt and cheap, BUT you are definitely in the right place if you are a big fan of freshly made sushis. The portions are served generously (not too big or not too small), and the chefs are friendly as well. It is always fun to sit at the bar, where the chefs perform their talents. Sitting at the tables likely works best if you are with a big group of friends, who can distract you from paying attention to the chefs.

    (5)

  • Tricia B.

    My daughter and I visited last weekend. We both had variations of their bento box. Nice thing about the bento box is there is a generous amount of food. You choose your sushi, plus two items for the "box" and it also has assorted sides. My daughter had the tempura and gyoza. She really liked it. I wanted teriyaki beef but it wasn't part of the box selections (even though I was willing to pay more, she said it wouldn't fit in the box) so she offered me a beef in sauce with mushrooms (sorry, can't remember the name of the dish, but it's the only bento box beef option) The beef was long strips, the flavor tasted like hamburger, but it was so tough and full of gristle, I couldn't bite through it. The words "shoe leather" kept running through my head. Do not get this dish. I would have given the whole experience 3 stars but my daughter did enjoy hers so I went with 4.

    (4)

  • Dean B.

    I love MIYABI. I'm from LA and this place tops some of my favorite sushi spots back home. Godzilla Roll is off the hook. The karaage is done so well, crispy on the outside but still moist on the inside. And the fish just tastes so fresh. I always have to come here at least once on every trip!!

    (5)

  • Michael K.

    This is my favorite choice for Sushi when in the southern suburbs - for Tukwila/Renton/Kent you can't do better than Miyabi. My most recent visit with a date was for lunch, and the staff was very knowledgeable, forthcoming with information, and friendly. I'm a believer in talking with restaurant staff, and I tend to dine in off hours so as not to slow service for everyone else. The sushi is very good, and I've also enjoyed the other japanese dishes on the menu, which are worth trying. It's a good place to have a hot lunch, but supplement it with a bit of sushi on the side, because they are both good options.

    (4)

  • mary ellen m.

    Great rolls good atmosphere. I would recommend that if you are getting appetizers and rolls or rolls and an entree you make sure that you check on the size of the rolls...they were HUGE (and the price was pretty good)!!! The variety of the rolls was excellent and we really enjoyed them!!! This is a place worth visiting if in the area for sure!!!

    (4)

  • Jonathan C.

    One of my favorite and go to for sushi place. The sushi and sashimi are all very fresh. They have great selection of smaller plate with big flavors. Of all the item in menu, my favorite has to be Uni shoot and better geoduck. Also try their Omakase(chef's choice sushi starting at $30 and up,you call out the price). My kid is 3 years old and he love this place. He likes the bento, but his favorite is the tuna(maguro) sashimi. He eats about same amount as I do on tuna (I was surprised he liked sushi at that age. The sushi are doesn't have any fishy smell so I guess my kid likes it. Go try this place if you like to try local sushi place. the price is not cheap but not expensive either. The service is superb. The waiter or waitress are all very nice and friendly.

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:15 am - 2:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

Miyabi Restaurant

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