Flo Japanese Restaurant & Sake Bar

07/08/2008 Posted by kristylsummers

I just went to Flo today (July 2008) for lunch. I sat alone at the sushi bar, and first of all the service was perfect. The hostess acted as my wait staff, filling my water, delivering my food and taking care of every detail. The sushi chef greeted me, kindly answered my questions and provided exceptional service. The food was amazing, and very filling. $14 bento box, with salad, soup, rice, edamame, shrimp/vegie tempura and then 2 choices. I went for the sashimi (2 kinds, 4 pieces total) and the spicy crunch hamachi roll (4 pieces). This was the perfect size lunch and the fish was so fresh. Lastly, the place is spotless, right down to the ladies room. I give it 4 forks out 4.

Pros: Service, Quality of Fish

Cons: A little on the high side, but you get what you pay for!

11/08/2007 Posted by darind

Why do people like this take such time to do such things? It is so, so obvious who you are. If your going to do this...at least write another review on somebody to cover your tracks. Please don't take your personal issues out on the restaurant by writing bogus reviews.

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10/30/2007 Posted by rgm079

I had dinner only two times, but no more. The decor and mood and service are good, but its tastes is not so. Egg custard steamed in teacup ("Chawanmushi" in Japanese) was not set (I know it's difficult to cook). Sushi is not so good as its price.Other dises is not outstanding. I won't recommend to my Japanese friends.There are other good Japanese restaurants with resonable price in Bellevue.

Pros: Mood and service

Cons: Food and price

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10/05/2007 Posted by kevinl2

I have seen simple progress since the beginning 5 years ago. But the past few visits, there seems to be a major improvement in basic fundamental techniques from the kitchen. They must have a new kitchen chef. The basic tempura and sauces are the same but specials are different. The sushi bar items are always consistent and quality is there. Did notice the sushi bar is not as crowded as in the past. Did notice their head sushi chef is not up front as much. I use to sit at the bar in the past and enjoyed conversations with the chefs but lately, with the "change" of staff, it has not been as enjoyable. Don't get me wrong, the chefs there now are OK, but not as conversational. This could be reason for less of a crowd on counter. But quality is still there and rather consistent. I wrote this review from a view point of someone in the industry...and I decided to write this because of my interest in food and felt this restaurant is for real. Not a hype of fusion with masked flavors. Hope most of you who do enjoy food will be able to come to understand the differences.

Pros: consistent

Cons: parkiing during lunch hours

05/05/2007 Posted by west2east

FLO JAPANESE RESTAURANT IS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! its definitely a local celebrity hot spot. (seahawks players, retired players, former a, b list celebs) Its for an older crowd. the staff is awesome! the food is absolutely delicious and the ambience is superb! Will always come back for more. Their customer service is so geniuine and personal. They truly take care of their 'regulars' and new comers. fish is always fresh and their dessert list is always changing.

Pros: EVERYTHING

Cons: n/a

03/30/2007 Posted by callalilly

My daughter and I are quite disappointed at the food we had at Flo. After reading so many good reviews on this site, we thought of giving it a try. On the way out, my daughter said to me, she will never come back again. The fish was not fresh. The rice was wet. We ordered a soft shelf crab from the kitchen and when it came out, it was coated with chunks of bread crumbs. My daughter took two bites and wouldn't finish it.

Pros: large selection of menu

Cons: bad food

08/11/2006 Posted by mochi_seattle

It took a while for Flo to gain momentum and popularity but I'm glad they made it! The food is always very consistent (consistently good) and the staffs are friendly. Parking is easy but the parking stalls in the building is really tight for larger size cars. Try sitting at the bar, the sushi chef makes some great and adventurous recommendations.

Pros: Ambience good for conversation, prompt seating

05/31/2006 Posted by amadio

I had a wonderful experience with my girlfriend. The menu was more origional than most japanese restaurants I've tried. The sushi was the freshest I've ever had, and actually set a new standard for fresh with me. The portions were perfect. I was fortunate enough to have enough room left for Chef Brandons salatious chocolate fondue. This place is fresh period, the food, the decor, the attitudes. I Highly recommed a visit. <<<<<<<<Update>>>>>>>>>>>> I've been back since their menu change and I love it! Do not miss out on the Kobe Tataki with Wasabi infused Crème Fraîche, I could eat it every day.

Pros: Staff, sushi, specials

Cons: above average cost

05/03/2006 Posted by random_chick

Words cannot describe how awesome the sushi is every time we've been to Flo. Their ikura, in particular, is the best I've ever had. The tempura is fresh and crisp, and their other dishes (e.g. tuna carpaccio, bacon-wrapped scallops, etc.) are also very delicious. They have a great sake selection too!

Pros: Fresh sushi, Ambience, Service

04/23/2006 Posted by petergv

Flo is a very good overall Japanese restaurant. Busy, pleasant, attentive waitstaff. The chef's choice we had featured some sushi, some sashimi, some cooked items... which was fun and pleasant. If you're a hard-core sushi fan, bite the bullet and go into Seattle to Shiro's. But if you want to stay on the east side and have a pleasant overall experience... some good fresh sushi, some good cooked items... with friends or business associates, Flo is a good choice. It's not a transcendent sushi experience, but it's a very pleasant choice: Recommended.