5 to Try: Sushi

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Updated: April 29, 2005

Seattle's got some of the freshest and tastiest fish in the world--so leave it to the Emerald City's finest to dish up delectable dishes with the ocean's bounty. From perfectly cut sashimi to new takes on the classics, there's something for everyone.

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5 to Try

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Azuma Sushi
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    4533 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116 (map)

    This utilitarian sushi noshery has some of the best deals in town. Expect great value, creative bento boxes and buttery fresh fish from this little powerhouse.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Blue C Sushi
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    3411 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 (map)

    Sleek, futuristic and inspired by the pop-culture obsessions of Tokyo, Fremont's kaiten sushi spot transcends novelty with fresh, affordable fish. A seemingly mile-long conveyor belt shuttles sushi from table to table--grab all you can eat.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Mashiko Japanese Restaurant
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    4725 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116 (map)

    Head to West Seattle to experience this creative menu of rolls--fit for both sushi amateurs and aficionados. Try the $75 omakase to taste everything you could possibly imagine--and then some.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Shiro's
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    2401 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

    Those in the known avoid peak dinner hours and grab a seat at the sushi bar in front of Shiro himself (he's the elder sushi chef with the whimsical smile)--he'll take care of you. Shiro's is a Seattle cult classic, located in the heart of Belltown.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Nishino
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    3130 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98112 (map)

    At the edge of Madison Park is this tony sushi spot, specializing in meticulously executed classics. For a truly remarkable experience, go omakase: Choose from two multicourse fixed-price dinners, showcasing the freshest fish and produce.

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  1. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Spud Fish & Chips/Greenlake
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    6860 E Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA 98115 (map)

    Scared of anything NOT deep fried? Spud is a retro fish & chips haven with a cult following.

  2. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Umi Sake House
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    2230 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

    Casual Japanese Izakaya-style dining goes upscale at this trendy-but-welcoming Belltown sushi and sake house.

  3. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Etta's Seafood
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    2020 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)