15 Best Sushi Restaurants In Seattle

When you ask a sushi-phile to describe the experience of eating their favorite raw fish, you’ll get a long-winded and passion-filled sermon about how absolutely celestial every bite is and how the flavors whisk them away briefly to a mental Shangri La of delicate oceanic flavors that erupt onto every taste bud. Now, that might sound over-the-top to some, but for those obsessed with sashimi, nigiri, and hand rolls, that’s exactly the experience they chase every time they sit down at a sushi counter and eagerly await the chef to skillfully cut perfectly sized pieces of fish and arrange them in an aesthetically intricate display that serves as a feast for both the eyes and mouth. To many, sushi is more than just a cuisine — it’s a culinary experience that lives on in their memories long after they leave the restaurant.

Every major city has a slew of sushi restaurants all vying to serve the best fish. However, not all sushi restaurants are created equal, and not every city is lucky enough to harbor some of the best spots in the country. But those either living in or traveling to Seattle, Washington are in luck, because the city boasts a bunch of amazing sushi spots sure to create lifelong customers. So, break out the chopsticks, pour some soy sauce, and get ready to (hand) roll into action with 15 of Seattle’s best sushi-slingin’ spots.