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Ototo Sushi

7 Boston St
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 691-3838
Fax: (206) 691-3839
Ototo Sushi
Price:
$$
Cross Street:
Queen Anne Avenue N
Best of Citysearch:
Japanese Food 2008, Sushi 2008, Sushi 2007
Hours:
Sun-Thu 5pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm

Editorial Review for Ototo Sushi – by Citysearch Editors

The Scene
This is not a cozy, snuggle-up kind of place, and it certainly doesn't blend into Queen Anne's otherwise low-profile restaurant row. It's clean, bright and starkly decorated; the outdoor chairs are an almost Day-Glo shade of red. But welcoming and attentive service, as well as a few sips of sake, provide sufficient warmth.

The Food
Presentation is lovely, doing the bright, fresh sashimi justice--the soft, silken amoebi (sweet raw shrimp) and delicate hotate (scallop) stand out. The spicy tuna roll is one of the best in the city, but also the simple Negitoro (fatty tuna with green onion) is equally impressive. The lobster roll, when it's on the menu, is fine, but not worth the extra money. Among the entrees, the miso-marinated salmon is excellent, as is the monkfish in sweet mango sauce. Desserts are tempting, especially the large chocolate calzone, but can be overkill after such a delicate dinner.

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Insider Tips

Save Money

The generous bento box--with sushi, tempura, miso soup and more--is an affordable indulgence.

Where to Sit

Ask for a table away from the door--it's quite drafty inside.

What to Drink

Unless you're a sake aficionado, the house brand--served warm in a nice earthenware vessel--will do just fine.

User Reviews for Ototo Sushi

Citysearch (69), AOL CityGuide (1 ), Judy's Book (4 ), All (74)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/29/2008 Posted by msluna

After a really bad experience across the street, my boyfriend and I stumbled upon this little gem of a restaurant. The food is phenomenal and the service is superb. They were friendly, lightening fast, and very hospitable.

Pros: good sushi, friendly staff, very fast

3 Star Rating: Average

07/22/2008 Posted by minnesotan_1981

The service was terrible, we waited and waited and WAITED. for water, for food, for our check, etc.....

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful

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Editor's Review

Red, white, black and boxy: The fresh fish shines at this unlikely neighborhood sushi joint.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Save Money

The generous bento box--with sushi, tempura, miso soup and more--is an affordable indulgence.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Sun-Thu 5pm-10:30pm
  • Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm

Dress Code

  • Casual

Cuisines

  • Japanese

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Lunch Spot
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Romantic Dining
  • Local Favorites
  • Family Style

Recognition for Ototo Sushi

2008 Audience Winner - Japanese Food
2008 Audience Winner - Sushi
2007 Audience Winner - Sushi
2004 Audience Winner - Sushi
2004 Audience Winner - Trendy Scene

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