SAI Sushi & Sake

“I ordered the middle omakase option. The food was some of the best I have ever had. The focus is on premium ingredients from Japan mostly. The atmosphere is just fine but note that it is made to be comfortable and not fancy. If you are looking for the most upscale atmosphere this is not it. If you are looking for the best food, it is. I did enjoy the focus on each piece nigiri. Instead of deciding or fighting for a piece, each one was presented at peak freshness one by one. This was for sure on the level of top tier sushi restaurant I went to in Japan. Lastly, the service is attentive yet not interactive or performative. It’s subtle so you can focus on your experience and company while not being distracted by the service.”

“One of the best omakase in Seattle!! It’s given that most omakase places serve the same fish, sourced from the same places - but the cooked appetizers/kaiseki here were outstanding (I’d say better than any other omakase places). I usually do not enjoy cooked fish, but chef surprisingly changed my idea/taste on them! It was delicious - to the point where I enjoyed something I usually stray away from. I also love that chef has options for the portion sizes of the omakase. Ranging from $130-$180-$205. We got the signature omakase, which was the $205 one, and were STUFFED at the end. The interior decor also felt cozy. Chef also hosts a party at a time, id say around 4 people, so you do get his full attention :) This place is for sure on my return list.”

“I visited friends in Seattle and they decided to take me to SAI. They hadn’t been there before but heard it was great. We had the best time! There were three in our party and two in another party, so intimate. The kaiseki was fabulous and I tried several nigiri that I had never tried before. I highly recommend.”

“I loved how you can get an entirely private omakase experience at a similar price point to other popular high-end sushi places in Seattle. Sai’s hospitality is awesome, and I’d definitely recommend this place for special occasions. On a side note, this is a “one-man” restaurant, so Sai would not be at the bar at all times, as he has to handle all sorts of stuff to present a wonderful sushi experience.”

“Me and my friend spent a wonderful birthday event here. The food quality is very good and we were able to enjoy some uncommon nigiri ingredients that barely find on market. The akagai nigiri was probably the most superizing one! Chief is very professional and friendly, delivering very authentic dishes that he learned from the master in Japan. The whole place is not large and looked like only serve 4 people each time, but it's clean, it's quiet and comfortable to place all belongings and bags properly. Would definitely visit again!”