"Open since 1992, Maruta (formerly named Maruta Shoten) is Georgetown’s premier destination for quality, made-in-house Japanese eats. Of course, folks from all around the Emerald City flock to Maruta’s quaint storefront for the vast selection of sushi, sashimi, bento, and more. The hot deli (open until 2 p.m.) is one of Seattle’s best-kept secrets for an affordable meal to-go. Other prime takeaway candidates include freshly made onigiri, spam musubi, and crispy chicken or shrimp right out of the fryer. For an even better deal, Maruta discounts all their sushi and bentos by 50 percent every day at 5 p.m. Make sure to get there early — the half-priced goodies are usually all gone by closing (5:30 p.m.)." - Joey Carreon