Seattle's premier sushi chef has become an instititution, literally.

(206) 462-3331

2401 2nd Ave (Battery Street)
Seattle, WA 98121 47.6148 -122.347

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Neighborhoods: Belltown, Downtown

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Hours:

Daily 5:30pm-9:45pm

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Price:

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Shiro's

Shiro's

What People Are Saying About Shiro's

The Owner

Shiro's

Owner

In 1994, Shiro opened up his namesake, Shiro?s in the hip Belltown district of downtown Seattle. Shiro?s blending of classical Japanese technique with the Pacific Northwest?s wealth of local seafood and ingredients has, as Zagat says, ?set the bar that others aspire to.? He has catered to Japanese Prime Ministers, captains of industry, and world renowned artists and athletes. Shiro continues his daily shopping rounds religiously at his secret seafood suppliers and if you?re lucky (or patient), you?ll be seated in front of him to experience the freshest, most succulent sushi in town.

The Editor

Contributor

Citysearch

In Short – Since 1994, Shiro has had his own self-titled restaurant in Belltown. The sushi bar seats 11, while dining tables have room for 60. The Yellowtail is like butter; go for the freshwater eel over the saltwater--the oil content and richness is sublime. If possible, 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).

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/05/09

excellent sushi

by wseattleresident

My boyfriend and I have been to Shiro's several times for sushi and love it. Excellent service and the best sushi I have ever had. We have taken friends and family there who have all agreed with us. We will definitely continue going to Shiro's!

  • Pros: excellent sushi and service
  • Cons: none
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/05/08

The best!

by golito

Simply the best. If you have a japanese client and don't know where to go, take them here. The quality is high and the presentation is perfect.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/22/08

Amazing Authentic Sushi!

by FrankTheTankWSU

You won't find the American sushi staples here - don't bother asking for avacado or imitation crab here, they don't serve it. The rolls are pretty good, with one of the best Spicy Tuna's i've ever had and a must try Dungunous Crab roll, with whole deep friend crabs. The chef will make just about any roll you want, even if they are not on the menu. Try the eel roll, it isn't listed but its good.

The real spotlight at Shiro's is real deal sushi, the extremly fresh variety of well cut and served Sashimi (whole large pieces of raw fish served over small rolled servings of rice). The fish here is the best I have ever had.

Sit at the Sushi bar if you can, the Sushi chefs are a great time and if you give them the green light, they will serve you a number of interesting and varied pieces, all really good.

All in all I sat at the bar for about an hour and a half, ate 3 different rolls (Spicy Tuna, Dungenous Crab and Eel) and sampled maybe 5 different pieces of Sashimi. My tab was only 30 bucks, I left extremly full and satisfied without breaking the bank. Must try spot.

  • Pros: Great Food, Unique Entrees, Awsome Sushi Bar Experience, Reasonably Priced
  • Cons: Not a whole lot of rolls, Some of the American Mainstays aren't present here, Can get busy at peak times.

The Details on Shiro's

Category:

Japanese, Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite, Chef''s Table, Notable Chef, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar

Cuisine:

Japanese, Sushi

Message from Shiro's

  • Variety of sushi rolls
  • Catering available
  • Sashimi offered

In 1994, Shiro opened up his namesake, Shiro?s in the hip Belltown district of downtown Seattle.

Shiro?s blending of classical Japanese technique with the Pacific Northwest?s wealth of local seafood and ingredients has, as Zagat says, ?set the bar that others aspire to.? He has catered to Japanese Prime Ministers, captains of industry, and world renowned artists and athletes.

Shiro continues his daily shopping rounds religiously at his secret seafood suppliers and if you?re lucky (or patient), you?ll be seated in front of him to experience the freshest, most succulent sushi in town.

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