Ohana Belltown

"The sushi list at this Hawaiian-influenced Belltown restaurant leans opulent and gleefully nontraditional — on any given evening, the specials board is likely to read “stuffed,” “topped,” “fried,” and “drizzled,” all in reference to the same roll — but don’t let the flash distract from the solid execution; some of the best items on this menu are the most understated, like the hamachi sashimi. Owner Kyle “Yosh” Yoshimura, of the Yoshimura family behind the dearly departed Mutual Fish Company, managed to keep Ohana afloat amid pandemic shockwaves, cementing its status as a beloved cornerstone of Belltown nightlife. Ohana expanded to the Eastside in 2015, and the Issaquah location has earlier hours and less rowdy vibes." - Mark DeJoy

"Seattle’s oldest tiki bar, which opened in 1999, serves stiff drinks alongside a sprawling, Spam-infused Hawaiian menu. The sushi list leans opulent and gleefully nontraditional — the specials board is likely to read “stuffed,” “topped,” “fried,” and “drizzled,” all in reference to the same roll — but don’t let the flash distract from the fantastic execution. Some of the best items on this menu are the most understated, like the hamachi sashimi or the tamago (sweet egg omelet) nigiri. Despite the fancy fish work, owner Kyle “Yosh” Yoshimura, of the Yoshimura family behind historic, now-closed Seattle fishmonger Mutual Fish Company, keeps the ambiance friendly and fun with tropical tchotchkes, Christmas lights, and live Hawaiian bands." - Harry Cheadle

"This longstanding Hawaiian spot serves up stiff drinks to accompany a sprawling, spam-infused menu. The sushi list leans opulent and gleefully nontraditional — on any given evening, the specials board is likely to read “stuffed,” “topped,” “fried,” and “drizzled,” all in reference to the same roll — but don’t let the flash distract from the solid execution; some of the best items on this menu are the most understated, like the hamachi sashimi and tamago (sweet egg omelet) nigiri. Owner Kyle “Yosh” Yoshimura, of the Yoshimura family behind Mutual Fish Company, managed to keep the place afloat amid pandemic shockwaves, cementing its status as a beloved cornerstone of Belltown nightlife. Ohana expanded to the Eastside in 2015, and the Issaquah location has earlier hours and less rowdy vibes." - Jade Yamazaki Stewart, Sophie Grossman, Harry Cheadle