Taneda

“One of the top 3 traditional omakase experiences in Seattle. Reservations are hard to come by but it's well worth the effort. Personalized sake pairings make the excellent experience even better.”

“I'll write about how I got my reservation but I am so glad I did because our dinner was so delicious! Because it's the turn of the season we got lucky to have some new dishes. Everything is totally fresh and light and the fish dishes were up to Chef Taneda in how to incorporate new flavors with fish that is in season. I absolutely love uni and I'm glad there were a few dishes with it. I also am not a huge fan of squid because usually it's so rubbery but this has been the best I've ever had! It was creamy and light!!! Everyone was so so friendly and I loved talking to the chef! Also other reviews said you had to go upstairs for the bathroom but they have their own bathroom in the restaurant with a Japanese toilet that is heated and I loved it haha, it reminded me of Japan. I loved all of the things I tried along with the sake pairing. I highly recommend going, I left happy and full! I was lucky enough to snag a reservation after I REALLY tried. Here is a tip to book as they fill up in less than a minute: Log into your tock account and go to the calendar day you want to go to and around the time so everything is pre set. Literally as SOON as it turns 11, I refreshed my phone and got my day and time! Everything was already there so I didn't have to go clicking through. That was my trick and it worked for me the first time I ever tried it! Good luck!”

“My favorite sushi spot in the city! They serve in a kaiseki-style format, so it’s more than just nigiri every dish feels like part of a story. The menu changes with the seasons, so there’s always something new to look forward to. The balance, flavor, and presentation are always on point. Booking is extremely difficult though. But it’s worth it!”

“It is a must go place for people who love omakase and japanese cuisine. The chef uses authentic japanese ingredients and minimal cooking process but he brings to us all sophisticated and stunning dishes. It is definitely worth the price you pay.”

“I’m genuinely sad to be writing this review because I used to be a die hard fan of Taneda. My husband and I started going before the pandemic and would visit at least once every quarter. It was always something we looked forward to. Unfortunately, in the last few years, every return visit has felt increasingly lackluster. If you’ve never been before, I can see how the experience might still feel enjoyable. But for the price point, it no longer feels worth it to me. The dishes feel less exciting and more low effort than they used to be, and overall the experience now comes across more like a money grab than a carefully curated omakase. What really stood out was how much the level of hospitality has changed. In the past, staff would thoughtfully retrieve our coats and handbags from under our chairs at the end of the meal. Now, that level of attentiveness is gone. And to be clear, that kind of service was present even during pandemic times. I’ve spoken to more than ten people who feel the same way, that Taneda was significantly better a few years back. That consistency in feedback makes this even more disappointing. It’s sad because I truly loved this place and wanted to continue supporting it. I hope they take a step back and refocus on what made Taneda so special in the first place.”