Shinya Shokudo

I would give zero star to this restaurant if i can. The food was oily and salty. Some of the food was raw. And customer service was bad. while we were eating one of the high school student was trying to use restroom employee was knocking the woman’s restroom door loudly and yelling that he’s going to call police if that girl doesn’t come out. That was so rude and the employee seemed to lack empathy. I never want to eat food made with that kind of mindset again.

Ya'll. The portions are tiny! $7 for a chicken skewer that was barely two bites...and quite frankly, flavorless. Found this place through Instagram and were so excited to try it but was disappointed by the lacking customer service and the food. The waiter just sat us at our table and left, no explanations about the "all you can eat" and/or that you order off of a QR code. This was our first time here! Every time we asked our waiter for something, he made us feel like an inconvenience. The food wasn't bad, but it wasn't good... especially for the price. We spent over $100 but were still hungry....The atmosphere is very nice though.

Living on 2nd Ave makes you forget theres restaurants on 1st and 3rd in Belltown. I always make a mental note to try this spot. Today is the day! The service was immediately a bit off. No mention of scanning the QR code on the table to order so I'm just sitting there for 20 minutes with water before I finally glance down on my own 😓. A bit strange, anywho, on to the food! Izakaya style portions are small but tasty. I tried a variety of yakitori dishes and loved them all. The standouts were the wagyu and miso beef skewers. So, so good! I will definitely return and still highly recommend this place, just hope they can be a bit more welcoming to first time visitors.

Great place for a late night bite in the bell town area. You order from a qr code on the table and the servers will come up to you then. Otherwise they'll leave you alone till you order. The orders come out pretty fast and all the food was pretty tasty! Got the Alfredo done, a sampler, a couple of beers, and several meats on sticks. All were goof! Sake sampler was nice as well.

Came here to try it while I was in town but mostly because I was craving creamy udon and saw this Shinya Shokudo had it and my goodness f they did not disappoint! We walked in and were quickly seated. The women brought us water right away which I appreciated because we had walked to the restaurant. The inside was also super authentic in their Japanese decorations. It was stunning and inviting. As someone who has been to Japan before; I really appreciated the aesthetic! We ordered two drinks, a the Yuzu Mojito and the Strawberry Gin. The drinks were tasty but not at all strong.. we also ordered the Mentaiko Creamy Udon, the Oyakodon and Yakitori which we didn’t know was chicken liver and other kinds of meats; the waiter came back and asked us if we were sure we wanted it and we responded “absolutely!” We love trying new things! The Mantaiko Creamy Udon was the perfect balance of flavor with cream and subtly hints of sake in it, it was heavenly! The oyakodon was cooked perfect, there was a perfect hint of bonito in it that put it over the top, not to mention the rice was cooked absolutely perfect! The yakitori was good, had good flavor and was cooked perfectly even though the meats were all different. The drinks were all well flavored and kind of strong lol Just over all a great place 10 out of 10!!

We used to come here all on occasion, but hadn't visited in a couple years until recently. The food has definitely gotten more expensive and the portion size much smaller. However overall we still enjoyed our experience.

Shinya Shokudo in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood offers a cozy, modern dining experience specializing in Japanese izakaya-style cuisine. Known for its flavorful yakitori skewers, rice bowls, and small plates, the menu highlights authentic Japanese flavors with a creative twist. The restaurant’s all-you-can-eat yakitori deal is a standout, providing great value for those craving a variety of expertly grilled skewers. The ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for casual outings or late-night dining. Service is friendly, though peak hours can result in slight delays. Overall, Shinya Shokudo delivers a satisfying mix of quality food, and a relaxed atmosphere. My only piece of constructive criticism for the restaurant is for the wait staff to be cognizant of speaking amongst diners. Many times, wait staff were overheard speaking questionably about incoming and current diners. If diners opt for the all you can eat yakitori meal, be prepared to wait extended times for the next order as the wait staff strictly enforce 3 skewers per order, which can be consumed fairly quickly. I would say I spent more time waiting for my next order than actually eating.

Shinya Shokudo was a very fun dinner experience. The first thing we noticed were how great their hours were. We arrived fairly early for dinner and it was quite open, but filled up as we left. We tried a large portion of their menu and were impressed with almost all of our options. The food was served hot and we received every item we asked for. I also had a fun moment with our waitress-as we realized we our significant others looked like doppelgängers! Our favorite items include the oyakudon, takoyaki, zucchini and mushroom skewers, the garlic beef skewers, and the ube mochi!

I came to shinya for a friends birthday and I thought it was such a nice place to celebrate!! There's QR codes on the table where everyone can add to the order, so it was really easy for large groups (just make sure it's the same table QR). I ordered the creamy udon, a chicken and green scallion skewer, and a cocktail! I've ordered a similar udon somewhere else but it ended up being fishy tasting. Im happy that this udon was super buttery and didn't have a fishy taste! The cocktail was strong at the end but I really enjoyed it and it came with gummies! All in all I had a great time! The atmosphere was nice too and I would definitely come back to try the other skewers.

Open late, they close at 1am, street parking, a little hard to find parking in the area, had to park two blocks away. Inside was clean, great decor. Menu was by QR code, you order your food on the phone, you can add items even if you sent in your order to the kitchen. Checkout is paid by waitress. Service was great. We were on the tail end of them closing up, but overall, food was cooked perfectly. I did order Wagyu and it was sooo good!

Below average and overpriced izakaya. Yakitori meat was way overcooked. No chili powder (had a mix). Soba noodles served with soy sauce (no dashi, no rice vinegar, etc.) Tamagoyaki felt blend and supermarket level. Staff was super nice (a big plus). Maybe got spoiled by SoCal Japanese food.

My friend and I came to check this spot out because I was really looking forward to the AYCE izakaya and creamy udon. We came on a Saturday and we were seated immediately. I can definitely see this spot as a good hangout or nice dinner spot. The menus were through a QR code and you order on your phone. I didn't end up seeing the AYCE option, so I just ended up ordering a yuzu mojito, creamy udon, and 3 yakitori pieces. I got garlic beef, beef tendon, and duck and they were all really yummy and tender. They were about $5 each, which could be pretty expensive depending on how many pieces you eat. The creamy udon was really good, but I do wish it was served in a bigger bowl so it's easier to mix. The food was good, just a little pricey. But overall, it was a great dinner and everyone was really nice.

Visited this restaurant while visiting Seattle and we liked it so much we came twice. The restaurant was spacious and there were plenty of tables. We made a reservation both times for 5:30, and while there were extra free tables when we showed up it started getting really busy by the time we left. The servers were friendly and attentive. To order you scan a QR code and can continuing ordering multiple rounds of food and drinks as you want them which was very nice. We primarily ordered momo, mune, wagyu, and unagi skewers which were all phenomenal. I also loved the seaweed salad and tamago. Rice was perfectly done and fresh. Kirin on draft was also a treat. Please note this restaurant clearly states they cannot do gluten free.

My husband and I were quite excited to try this place because it's a new experience for us. When we waited in, we were greeted and sat. They didn't offer the AYCE option. We had to ask and they gave us the menu for it. I would've appreciated a bit more explanation of the ordering process. I had to ask a few questions before we got going on ordering. - SERVICE - 3/5 Basically - we get 90 minutes to eat. Theres 3 sections. The top and bottom are unlimited and some cost extra. You can order however many items you want from them. They limit on the middle section where the skewers are. We were allowed to order up to 6 (total) skewers at a time. 6! (It takes about 2 bites to finish a skewer). They waited until you've eaten all 6 skewers before putting in your next order. They brought the food out quick once it was done grilling, but I would've also liked it if they explained which ones they were. They just print out the order and strike off which one they brought. We had to get up and look at it because it was turned upside down. - FOOD - 3/5 We tried most of the meats. It's basic grilled meat on a stick with salt or a sauce on the side. Some were dry (chicken breast). Some were great (waygu for an additional cost, shishito peppers, and the chicken thighs). But, toward the end, we just came to the conclusion that the chicken thighs were the best thing on the menu. We did a few orders of just chicken thighs and left. I'd say, prob never again for us. It's too expensive for us and what you get. But if you like to experience it, go for it.

Shinya Shokudo offers a spacious dining experience with ample seating. I visited for dinner and was pleased to find no wait for a table. The service was efficient, with our food arriving quickly and hot, though dishes do come out individually, so keep that in mind if you're looking to snap a photo of your entire order. The quality of the meats was pretty good, and I appreciated that the skewers were lightly seasoned rather than overwhelmed with sauce. The only downside is the portion sizes for the price. I expected larger servings for the à la carte items. It's more understandable for the all-you-can-eat option to come in smaller portions. Overall, a solid experience!

We came here for their AYCE on a Saturday. Somehow my reservation made via yelp went missing when we arrived to check in for our reservation. It was fine though since we came late and we were able to grab a table shortly. The ordering was a bit weird, the AYCE menu has to be ordered via the servers and anything outside e.g. drinks, they seem to prefer us ordering via the app. Regardless, we started with some appies and I really liked the Goma tofu and the tomagoyaki. For the skewers, my favoritea are the prime beef tendon and the miso beef. Unfortunately the pork neck was unavailable so we didn't get to try that. Overall we really enjoyed the AYCE and will be back for more when we are in town again :)

Tasty meal! Just taking one star off for the pricing - expensive for small skewers . I like how simple the food is and they have variety. Meat and vegetables were well seasoned. The vibes inside feel fun and cute- I like the natural wood and lanterns they have. Service was quick and friendly. They have a very convenient ordering system off your phone. Good place if you're looking for izakaya in the Belltown area.

Just happened upon this place and it was a great find. This restaurant is open really late (like 1am), which is really convenient, especially on days like Monday where a lot of restaurants are closed. The menu options were plentiful and it was a fun way to have dinner and didn't take too long. There was karaage, tonkatsu, udon noodle, and miso soup to start, sort of a mix between having an appetizer and a tapas or small plate. Then there were a lot of great choices for yakitori or skewered meat. We had chicken with both the sea salt and the sauce, a pork belly, and a beef. All in all, really good food and probably like 4.5 stars.

My husband and I came here on a Thursday night with a reservation from Yelp. We got seated right away, but the place was pretty empty. Service, though, was a bit of a letdown. Waitstaff were just hanging around, and it took a bit of waving and waiting to get menus. The food, however, was fantastic. The prime beef tendon was incredibly tender and tasty--definitely my favorite. The beef udon was a lifesaver since I was feeling sick; it was really savory and comforting. We did the unlimited yakitori, which was $35.99 per person. It was great for trying a bit of everything. The restaurant is pretty big, which is nice. I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in Seattle again, but I hope they work on their service because the food is really worth it.

Really yummy all you can eat skewers at this spot! The store is decorated so traditionally with lots of lanterns as decoration! The food is seasoned super well and tastes delicious! It does take a little time for the skewers to cook but overall such a fun experience!

Came here to try it while I was in town but mostly because I was craving creamy udon and saw this Shinya Shokudo had it and my goodness f they did not disappoint! We walked in and were quickly seated. The women brought us water right away which I appreciated because we had walked to the restaurant. The inside was also super authentic in their Japanese decorations. It was stunning and inviting. As someone who has been to Japan before; I really appreciated the aesthetic! We ordered two drinks, a the Yuzu Mojito and the Strawberry Gin. The drinks were tasty but not at all strong.. we also ordered the Mentaiko Creamy Udon, the Oyakodon and Yakitori which we didn't know was chicken liver and other kinds of meats; the waiter came back and asked us if we were sure we wanted it and we responded "absolutely!" We love trying new things! The Mantaiko Creamy Udon was the perfect balance of flavor with cream and subtly hints of sake in it, it was heavenly! The oyakodon was cooked perfect, there was a perfect hint of bonito in it that put it over the top, not to mention the rice was cooked absolutely perfect! The yakitori was good, had good flavor and was cooked perfectly even though the meats were all different. The drinks were all well flavored and kind of strong lol Just over all a great place 10 out of 10!!

Food - All you can eat yakitori or regular restaurant menu. Appetizers were pretty sizeable and of good quality. Some yakitori options were more bland and needed to be salted or seasoned manually while others were well seasoned already. Wagyu is also an option for yakitori. Most skewers can be seasoned with 'Tare' or 'Salt'. Overall decent quality food. Can only order 3 skewers per person per round Service - Servers are very nice and friendly. Busers were constantly checking on our table and removing empty plates. Will not take your order until everything from your current round has been delivered (which can be slow at times). You have 90 minutes to eat and your end time is indicated on your menu. You're given a marker and a menu to select what you want to order. You will be charged for food waste. Ambiance - Dark & Moody atmosphere, great for dates or small group outings. Japanese style decor with windows facing the street. Passerby can see into the restaurant and vice versa.

My friend and I went to this spot for a later night dinner while I was visiting the area. The atmosphere was nice and had the izakaya vibe. Service was good as well. The food was OK but I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. But it was still pretty tasty (except for maybe the chicken). Overall, good dining experience for a late meal. For the record, I recently spent a month in Japan recently and haven't gone to a Japanese restaurant in the US since so this was also my first time going back to a Japanese restaurant in a Western country. For whatever that's worth! My opinions may be skewed.

we made a reservation on Yelp before arriving. Upon arrival, we were seated right away. Our server was nice and attentive. Our entrees were OK, it could be better. Our skewers were bland and served slightly below room temperature. I preferred my food warmer, especially for skewers. I let the server know and he was nice enough to talked to the kitchen. The udon broth was bland. Overall, I give 3 stars for the food. They did well on the service.

Cant believed it took me almost two years to finally try this place haha. Had a late lunch here with my friend. We originally had plans somewhere else but it didn't work out so we walked here instead. The places was pretty empty but we also got there on a weekday during work hours. Restaurant is very clean. We sat down and the server told us to use the QR code so we just decided to order through that, makes everything so easy honestly. We started with some drinks and an order of creamy udon, garlic beef, and a trio. I thought everything was really good. The garlic beef had great flavor and the bites were tender. Each individual skewers from the combo was so flavorful! I really wanted to order other things but my friend was so full already so it means I'll have to come back to try other things.

Came for the AYCE yakitori and it was delicious! My husband and I made reservations for around 4:30pm on Sunday because AYCE yakitori on Sunday is anytime after 3pm. The ambiance of this restaurant is modern and smart casual. Service is friendly. The AYCE menu is limited in options but still a great deal if you want to try multiple things! My only note is that yakitori can take a while to cook so don't expect them to come out super fast. You also have a time limit of 90 minutes that they record on the menu when you start your first order. From the appetizers we had + tamagoyaki - really tasty! + karaage chicken - just ok. Good size pieces but not too crispy or flavorful. It does come with sauce + udon with no beef - very tasty! And the broth was delicious + seaweed salad - refreshing Yakitori + loved the chicken and beef skewers with saikyo miso + my husband liked the pork neck qnd gizzards. + okra, mushroom, and shishito peppers were tasty we tried almost all of the skewers and enjoyed most of them! Overall, we enjoyed our AYCE experience

Shinya Shokudo has quickly become one of my favorite spots in Seattle! I recently tried their Wagyu Tataki Donburi, and it was absolutely fantastic. The thinly sliced, seared Wagyu was melt-in-your-mouth tender, perfectly complemented by the rice and raw egg on top. The presentation was beautiful and made the dish feel extra special. The restaurant has a cozy, intimate vibe that really adds to the experience, though it can get a bit crowded during peak hours. The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure everything was up to par. My only slight critique would be that the portion sizes could be a tad larger, especially considering the price point. However, the quality of the ingredients and the care in preparation definitely make it worth it.

Mixed feelings on this place due to a variety of factors. We didn't realize their AYCE menu had specific hours (our bad here) but we really wished they made this more clear on their actual website or storefront instead of having folks rely on hours being written in various Yelp reviews. We came at 7pm on a Monday and the place had a good number of tables but with an overall quieter atmosphere. Food was okay - the star was really the chicken momo (thigh) or chicken negima (chicken and green onion) skewers with salt. These were tender, well seasoned and delicious! The beef udon was rather expensive ($13) given the small portion. It came in more of a child size bowl and there was really nothing special about any part of it. Broth was overly sweet and the beef, tofu, noodles were all pretty average - probably something you'd expect in a food court style setting. The garlic beef - we ordered separately and asked for one of them as well done. Turns out they did both well done - which meant my partner landed with really tough, overcooked beef instead. So that was a pretty big disappointment. At the end we had to ask 2-3 times for the check since the payment option wasn't working on their QR menus. We also asked to split the check and they forgot - just handed us our final check after asking a few times so that was pretty frustrating. Overall would recommend coming later at night for AYCE and expecting slower service. AYCE hours are supposedly Mon-Sat AFTER 9pm and Sundays after 3pm. But they don't post this officially anywhere so subject to change.

Came here to try their AYCE menu! All You Can Eat is every Sunday 3 pm to close and Monday to Saturday 9 pm to close. It is $36 per person with a 90 minute time limit. The main rule is you can only order 3 skewers per person per round. Also, you need to finish your skewers and rice bowls or else there's a penalty. Otherwise, everything else is really flexible. My favorite items were the chicken thigh skewers, chicken breast miso skewers, miso beef skewers, takoyaki, tamagoyaki, and chicken karaage rice bowl. Would come again!

We came here for my birthday dinner . We got the yakitori combo, kushiyaki combo ( beef ), eel skewer, creamy udon and takoyak. The creamy udon was so damn good. It was smooth and silky, probably the best I've had. The udon was soft but not mushy. My wife loved this dish. The kushiyaki combo was really good as the kamo no Muneniku (duck breast) and beef tenderloin were super tender and delicious. The yakitori was good too, except for the chicken cartilage as it was harder than we thought. Normally we are able to bite/chew it but this one, we weren't able to bite through it. Mayne this chicken had extra strong cartilage The service was excellent and we highly recommend this place.

The food was delicious! It was the first stop on our trip to Seattle and it did not disappoint. We went early for dinner time so there was so wait. The portions are small and it is more expensive but there wasn't anything that did not taste good. We didn't get completely full for dinner here but it was a good snack place. The inside was very clean and service was fairly quick. We got certain dishes separately and ate them before the next came out.

We made a reservation to celebrate my husband's birthday! We ordered: Sukiyaki (soup) Variety of Skewers: US Wagyu, Mune Niku, Negihime, Sunagimo, & Chirashi Donbu Amazing food, reasonable prices & super attentive service. I'd highly recommend making a reservation and coming here for your next date night :) We loved the casual atmosphere but the quality of food was so good, I was floored almost on par with the Bay Area skewer spots that we love.

I came here during a promotion where they were doing all you can eat yakitori for $35.99. The promotion was only for certain times so we were here on a Saturday night. They also had late night happy hour which was 50% off all alcohol. For the price we paid I think it was super worth it! We were able to get 3 skewers per person per round as well as unlimited side dishes like karage, tofu, and takoyaki. I was definitely full when I left. It did take some time for the skewers to cook so we weren't able to eat super fast (in the AYCE fashion) but right when we finished our round, the servers were picking up our next order. Even though it was pretty late at night, there was still a decent amount of people there. It seems like a fun late night dinner/drinks spot!

The service was really good, friend waiters and great atmosphere, however their menu options were very limited and I was expecting more not to mention that half of the stuff was sold out so we couldn't even order. And I'm not much of a drinker and they didn't have any options except soda. I wouldn't really go back but I encourage you to try it out!

Need a late night meal, or just a place to have fun cocktails with friends? Try shinya shokudo in the belltown/SLU/downtown area! As an izakaya that specializes in Japanese skewers, shinya shokudo offers lots of options and small bites. They also have a creative cocktail menu that is inspired by Japanese flavors. And, after 9pm every day, for happy hour, all alcoholic beverages are 50% off! Such a good deal especially in this part of Seattle. We ordered the US wagyu tsukune, which is like a meatball in skewer form, the yakitori combo, and the wagyu tataki Donburi. The size of the wagyu Donburi is a little smaller than the pictures suggest, but very tender and delicious. Don't let the raw egg scare you; it's perfectly fine to eat and delicious when mixed with rice. The cocktails were also delicious but a little on the sweeter side if that is what you enjoy. There is a single stall women and men's restrooms with codes to enter. Parking can be difficult to find in the area, as only street parking is available. You can make reservations right here on Yelp, and all the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Great spot for late night bites and drinks! The place is decorated like a Japanese izakaya and has a wide selection of food. You order through a QR menu for your specific table. One thing to pay attention to is the skewer pricing - it says two skewers per order but only list the price of one skewer next to it so it seems like the price of the full order. Not sure why they wouldn't just put the price of two skewers directly on the menu. Food -Wagyu tsukune: juicy and flavorful, but is quite salty. I should've ordered rice with it -Momo (chicken thigh): cooked really well and the sauce is pretty good. Recommend this one -miso beef: the miso flavoring is great -cocktails: we ordered a lavender mojito and lemon based vodka drink and both were really sweet

We made a reservation and came here on a Friday at 9PM. The kushiyaki combo was a super good deal as it could also come with a 30-oz pitcher of beer for only $5!! I enjoyed all the grilled items. The restaurant was clean and the ambiance was nice for late-night eating. The staff was super attentive, nice, and courteous. They took away the empty plates very efficiently. They also poured the beer for us. Overall, we found this place great value and perfect for eating out late. P.S. I was very lucky and found a street parking spot right up front for free (free after 8PM)!

Really nice interior, wasn't particularly busy when we were there (group of 4 around 6pm mid-week). Staff were very friendly and quick. The ordering system is nice, and staff helped us with items that were out of stock in the system but were actually in stock, and making some corrections. Food came out quick. We had a decent variety: karage (good; large pieces and great dipping sauce), chicken katsu (average), seafood combo (great stuff, but the Eel was the best), tofu skewers (very good, probably the best thing I had, had to order more of them), salmon sashimi (good; the wasabi is a bit different in texture but had awesome flavor), and the wagyu skewers (good, but very salty). Will definitely come back here.

Shinya Shokudo is a perfect late-night yakitori experience. I enjoy their diverse menu and 50% off drinks after 9pm. Their Waygu is fantastic, as well as their salt seasoning. I'm not sure how to feel about the miso sauce. The cheaper-priced skewers do feel tougher and a much lower quality. At $7 for 2 skewers (at lowest) it's at a reasonable price. And while I enjoyed the creamy udon, they seem to have removed the mentaiko from it and replaced it with tobiko, making it only half as good. Bring it back, please? The grill section is closed off so you don't get the smell on your clothes. The store is also very spacious and you won't feel cramped.

easy to order! meat is yummy BUT the star of the meal was the wagyu rice bowl. SO GOOD OMG. love love loveeeee!!!!! our friend fell in love with the $5 udon bowl cause the soup was nice and sweet. dont forget to come for happy hour ;) i got the yuzu mojito!

My party had about an hour and some change to burn before heading to an escape room, so we ate here. Food: 3.5/5 I wish they had a larger selection of food. With that said, my food, and the food my party ate tasted good. I recommend the udon. Service: 3/5 Did not feel personable. We got our food but the staff didn't really engage with us. Because of this, we didn't feel welcome. Ambiance: 5/5 The restaurant itself is clean and the bathrooms are spotless. All in all, this place gets 4/5 stars... would recommend.

My wife and I came to Shinya Shokudo in the Belltown area in Seattle for a Yelp Elite event and bought several other items to share to complete a late dinner. We had the Shitake mushroom caps which were delicious and had great texture and seasonings. We also had Mune Niku, Garlic Beef, and Gyu Tan Moto. Each of these other authentic Japanese items we ordered were very unique to me as I typically have Sushi or Teriyaki in Japanese restaurants. Shinya Shokudo allowed me the opportunity to try bite sized skewers of other tasty options that I both enjoyed and didn't. I didn't really like the Gyu Tan Moto (beef tongue) as it was chewy but I loved the Garlic Beef skewers. They were tender and seasoned very well. The Mune Niku Skewers (chicken breast) were a bit dry for my liking. We were able to bring home leftovers so that is always a bonus. Shinya Shokudo has a large variety of Japanese dishes, drinks and a very aesthetically appealing interior design. It is open late (for Seattle) with good food. It's a great place to try when you need a late night bite!

It's a cool spot located on the corner of 3rd and Battery St.. The atmosphere is nice and there's plenty of space. We initially thought they would have the AYCE option here, but it's only available after 9 pm. We ordered a few things to share and were pleased with most of the items. The hot pot dish was good to share, and so were the skewers. A couple of the skewers needed a bit more seasoning/salt to it. The service was prompt and attentive.

The wait time was long. The portion size was the smallest I've ever seen, and the food was overcooked, leaving a bitter taste. Additionally, the chicken heart had an unpleasantly strong fishy flavor.

I'm so upset with this restaurant my son has celiac disease and fet so so sick if he has gluten. We always go to restaurants and bring his foot from home. When I called thw restaurant we had a reservation I asked do they have gluten free he said NO so I said me and my husband will buy food can we bring a.snavk for my son he said NO wow !!! I was excited to go eat there abd we had to cancel and not go if love to gear from the owner they were not nice caring or professional. I don't recommend them

3.5 really...very small skewers, quite tasty and authentic Japanese yakitori which is nice to find in Belltown. High quality. No white wine so my wife was disappointed. Server was friendly. Make sure you have a phone handy as that's how you order here.

For Belltown residents like myself Shinya is a great addition to the neighborhood. The Japanese skewers were amazing and we tried a few ranging from chicken, pork, to eel, with salad and chicken katsu in between. We went during the day and the service was quick and snappy, with attentive waiters and a responsive ordering system via a QR code tableside. Will have to definitely come back here for late night happy hour.

This is a cute restaurant that's a bit away from downtown streets about 15min walkable. the plates are small and the salmon I thought was delicious. the wagyu with egg plate was absolutely not worth it. you get about 7 pieces of meat, and it was rough, not tender at all, and would hardly pass for good meat let alone wagyu level. for 25$ that seemed like robbery. I wouldn't exactly recommend this place given its price point and quality. the girl math in me is saying go to japan and eat this for 5$ lol

AYCE Yakitori special starting at 9pm and definitely worth the money. Also 50% off drinks at 9pm as well. Service was okay but the vibes for the moneys worth is the vibe. Kept ordering more rounds throughout the night

Pretty good food, came here twice. I think it's hard to find yakitori places so this is the place to go! We came here at 9 for the AYCE on weekday. It was full but no line. Great ambiance for a date or to just do a fancy dinner. But obviously more pricy, which is normal for yakitori.

This restaurant did not meet my expectations of it. I enjoyed the ambiance. It seemed authentic and was well decorated and organized. I enjoyed the lighting and setting. However, the food was below average. We got the chicken katsu, creamy udon, and karage. The karage was not good. It wasn't fried that much and it was similar to chick fil a nuggets. It was about $8 too and portioning was small. The creamy udon was good, but something that a person can easily make at home. It's expensive too around $17-$18 and there's not even any protein in it. The portioning was small as well. I enjoyed the kastu the most. It was good and price was fair. The service was below average. You have to order your food through their online service via barcode scan menu at the table. This takes away in-person service and doesn't allow customers to ask questions directly. You have to wave down the servers if you want a question answered. The only time they come to the table is to deliver food and to give water.

Ok I think I got the wagyu donburi people had been talking about in reviews? The wagyu tataki. It was pretty good. Looks very impressive. The meat was good, tender. But honestly? Not my favorite thing I ordered. The rice was a little... idk weird? Like the grains felt hard, and the rice wasn't really that soft or fluffy. The real star of my meal was the wagyu skewer. WOW. I think where wagyu shines best is when it's cooked and you have the juices and the fats in every bite you take, and the skewer was 100% that. The tataki was way more lean and it felt more like eating sliced prime rib meat, which was still good, but I personally prefer the char and deliciousness that comes with cooked or seared meat. That skewer was so damn good. I also ordered the shiso chicken skewer which was good, and the zucchini with the tare sauce, also good. They were super attentive with the water, making sure my cup was never empty, and also giving you ample chances to ask the staff for things like the bill. That was the easiest way to get someone - just drink half your water lol. Pretty sure my glass never got completely empty.

Tried their AYCE for the first time. $35 and you get your choice of small plates and skewers for 90 minutes. I really liked their small plates. We tried their oyakodon, beef udon and karaage bowls. Loved the oyakodon and the beef udon. Flavorful, warm, entree quality. The Karaage don and the oyakodon has a lot of rice so keep that in mind when ordering. The beef udon is a good sampler size w not too many noodles. The Karaage was super crispy and tender but the curry rice under was a little too sweet for my liking. I also enjoyed their salads, tamagoyaki, takoyaki, seaweed salad, and tofu dish. All good sides. One thing that I wasn't a huge fan of was the skewers. Can't quite describe it but the skewers feel a little bland while being salty at the same time. They also tend to be a little dry. If I had to choose one of my favorite skewers it'd be the chicken thigh. Other than that I think I would stick to the small plates.

Chill spot. Delicious food. Great expansive menu for food and alcohol. Loved all the yakitori options. Great place to hit up with a group for sharing. I enjoyed my premium sake flight for only $18. Was checked up on and table was cleared often for space. Will definitely be back.

Came here for their late night ayce with my bf after attending a play in downtown. The ambience is casual. Good for groups or couples. Staff were kind but not very attentive to our table even though the restaurant wasn't busy. At one point staff forgot about us and we had to call for someone that our food hasn't arrived. We ordered various skewers and i have to say they were hit or miss. I think we mostly enjoyed the chicken and tofu skewers. The tofu app was delish and my most favorite! Also, can never go wrong with seaweed salad. The karage was just average. It wasn't crispy and I just thought it was too chunky of the cuts they were serving. Overall it was okay but we probably wouldn't come back.

Food: 4.5/5 Service: 5/5 Was craving Japanese food - but wasn't in the mood for sushi. Found this place looking at the yummy pictures. Menu has a huge variety and loved the interior - really feels like you're in Asia. Loved how you were able to order from your phone - didn't feel rushed with servers coming to you. They did come often to refill our waters which was nice. We ordered the: - Takoyaki: favorite dish!! - Curry Katsu Donburi: the katsu was delicious (tender and juicy) but the curry was a little too sweet for my liking - I believe there was pieces of pineapple in it. - Tobiko Creamy Udon: good but too much of a "milky" flavor towards the end Overall, it was a great meal.

Solid Izakaya place that every local I know recommended. Everyone also only ate these #goodeats pretty much lmao. Not sure what that says about the rest of the menu. Service was quick although it's odd that they have table numbers and then didn't know which table to bring the items to. Pretty clean restaurant tbh, more longways so no super large tables, I'd say you can bring a group of 8 or so and chat comfortably. Wagyu tataki donburi Gizzard Skewer Creamy Udon