Tori Sake & Grill

So impressed with this strip shopping center sushi spot in Burien. This is not cheap supermarket sushi, it’s excellent service and super fresh cuts! Check out their IG too. Service: 9/10. Sushi chef comes to confirm your order and wait staff comes around regularly, even when it’s busy, to check in. The sushi does take awhile to come out (our omakase platters took 25+ minutes) but I like the ambiance and it was really busy when we arrived The sushi: 9/10. Some of the freshest cuts I’ve had in all of Seattle and I’ve been to a bunch! Some really unique items too. We only did sushi and nigiri, I’m excited to come back and try the rolls which looked amazing. Presentation overall is awesome. Great veg options as well! Portions are excellently sized. I had the house sake but lots of beers available too, and quite affordable as well. This is the kind of place that’s worth driving out of your way for.

As soon as you step foot into this place it feels like you are transported into a different place. Good vibes. Great music. And most importantly, phenomenal food. Try the garlic butter edamame 💯💯 Sushi rolls on display here: Sunday morning (it’s got the purple stuff on top) Mega shrimp Rainbow Also the water is pleasantly infused. Definitely stop by and gives this spot a try. They have great service too🙏🙏🔥🔥

I saw good reviews on this place and wanted to try. The location is not what we expected, but the food is delicious and great quality, better than some of the fancy restaurants. The owner said all the fish was fresh from the morning, and you can taste the difference. The sashimi were thick cut and sushi were large and with good amount of fish and fillings. We don’t really like the green onions seasoning on the sashimi, prefer just the fish. Uni shooter is good, wish it was a little more Uni and less sauce. Overall, would visit again.

I recently stumbled upon a hidden gem sushi place in Burien, and I just had to share my experience! This charming spot definitely deserves a glowing 5-star review. The sashimi I tried was incredibly fresh! The menu offers a nice variety of options, from traditional rolls to some unique specialty items. The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. Despite the high quality of the food, the prices were surprisingly reasonable. This hidden gem in Burien is a must-visit for sushi lovers. With fresh sashimi, a lovely atmosphere, and excellent service, it’s a spot I’ll definitely be returning to. Don’t miss out on this delightful experience! 🍣✨

They were very busy, but did a great job talking to guests and providing good service! My husband and I found everything we ordered to be very delicious. Would definitely come back! Pictured below is the Ankimo (Monkfish Liver) special !

We came in from the Midwest and were looking forward to getting good sushi in Seattle! This place did not disappoint. We ordered salmon otoro nigiri, 5 specialty rolls, scallops, and sake- everything was delicious! But the salmon otoro nigiri was especially amazing! The service was also amazing, and we cannot recommend this restaurant more!

Oh my goodness, first time ever visiting… And I’m coming back! I had a great lunch with a coworker, and the sushi rolls are delicious. We had the Hooray, Lion King, and some other spicy salmon roll that was all wrapped in amazingness. Kevin at the restaurant took great care of us. Can’t wait to take my wife here.

Tried going to Kaihana because it was closer to home and said it was open. When I got there there were a few cars in the lot, but the door was still locked! With a quick Google search I found Tori Sake & Grill as an option for my sushi craving. I've been to quite of a few Japanese/Sushi restaurants around Seattle and back in Hawaii'i and this place did not disappoint when it came to the quality of their fish. At the recommendation of our server weI ordered the Rendezvous - 12 Sashimi, 12 Nigiri a Spicy Bluefina Tuna roll and 2 Miso Soups - EVERYTHING was delicious! Generous portions and friendly service.

Tori Sake Grill is the bomb!! You need to try it. Best Sushi I had eaten. I have taken 3 people there because I rave about it so much. Kevin is a great guy. Very cool to chat with as he serves us. And the music they put on is fire. Very fun atmosphere to eat yummy sushi. 202 Southwest 153rd St Burien, WA 98166

Service: 9/10. Chef comes to confirm your order and wait staff comes around regularly, even when it's busy, to check in. The sushi does take awhile to come out (our omakase platters took 25+ minutes) but I like the ambiance and it was really busy when we arrived The sushi: 9/10. Some of the freshest cuts I've had in all of Seattle and I've been to a bunch! Some really unique items too. We only did sushi and nigiri, I'm excited to come back and try the rolls which looked amazing. Presentation overall is awesome. Great veg options as well! Portions are excellently sized. I live in Ballard but I have family down south, which means I get many excuses to eat here!

My husband and I love coming to Tori's Bar & Grill the sushi never disappoints! This was a return visit, and once again everything hit. The service is always great, and although the restaurant can get pretty busy, we were lucky this time and were seated quickly. The atmosphere is always good, and the quality of the sushi is consistent every visit. The uni is a standout super fresh and melts in your mouth. Just thinking about it makes me want to come back again. Highly recommend if you're in the Burien area and craving good sushi.

Amazing place, Kevin is the man! Delicious food, service is friendly, fast, and quality. Add a wide selection of sake and great atmosphere and this becomes my new #1 sushi spot!

Had dinner here with my husband. We ordered the beef yakisoba and dragon maki. The yakisoba had a nicely balanced sauce and a good amount of beef. It unexpectedly came with a scoop of rice, which actually went well with the dish. The dragon maki was tasty and nicely presented. However, the service was slow. The restaurant wasn't busy, but it took quite a while for someone to take our order--we almost walked out. After the meal, we had to wait again to get the check, which was frustrating. The food was good, but the service definitely needs improvement.

This place is hidden in the Burien neighborhood near Seattle. Understated, low-key but everything cranks up several notches once the food hits the table. Well appointed ordered the chicken yakisoba and the chirashi. Both dishes were excellent. The chirashi in particular was amazing. The fish was so fresh and the rice was perfectly seasoned. Even the miso soup we ordered was way better than average, not just a simple side dish but a well made bowl of simple but delicious ingredients. The service was amazing and on point for a Japanese restaurant. Everything done with a purpose. Even the way they place your meal on the table had meaning. It made for a very authentic experience with attention paid to every detail. The prices are a little on the high side but it is completely worth it. This is the quintessential hole in the wall gem.

The service was amazing! The restaurant was small but clean and busy. Loved the music playing. The sushi was exceptionally good. The vegetable tempora was so fresh and delicious. The only reason I am saying 4 over 5 stars is because the don needed some work.

I did not personally go in there, but my mom and her friend went in to pick up an order. My mom spoke mostly with Kevin but did get to meet Jay. Wonderful people and running a great shop. You treated them very well and they came back with smiles and wonderful stories and my wife and I can't wait to come and visit your restaurant soon. We live right down the road and love when we discover a new local restaurant to visit over and over again. Mary and Penny say hello. They still want you to get cushions for your chairs though. The food was delicious and even though it seemed like we got too much we could've easily eaten more. Great job and see you soon.

Wow! What a place--all the stars for Tori Sushi. The minute you step inside you are greeted by the friendliest staff ever. We were served top notch by Jeanette--FABULOUS!!! They take such pleasant and attentive care of you, your order and anything you might need. We had the sea salt edamame to start with some hot sake. The attention to detail is amazing--they even placed a napkin holder tightly around the hot sake so it's easy to handle. We then had TNT and Hamachi Hooray--both fantastic. And then we added hamachi nigiri and tuna nigiri. Yummy! Needless to say we will be back before our trip to Seattle is over.

Great sushi spot I'm glad I found! The eel (godzeela) roll was insanely huge and delicious. Staff were kind. Seating was comfortable. Celebrated a friend's birthday with some good eats. Can't wait to be back and try the omakase.

Call and reserve their omakase! It's limited to 3 a day and it's soooo worth it. It's hugeeee and only $50. The owners super nice and very welcoming each time I come as well! My husband and I got too much food the last time even about each was sooo unique and beautifully presented. Will be coming back whenever I crave sushi.

Wr had an amazing dinner last night at Tori Sake & Grill! It was a our first time being there and greatly enjoyed everything we had. We started with $5 Asahi which seriously cannot be beat! (Except by the $5 Kirin and $10 Orion tall boys also offered). Then we enjoyed a round of gyoza, which was also a steal at 8pcs for $6. Yes please. Finally we had to choose from their massive maki roll list. I mean, c'mon. That list is insane. Everything sounded good. Somehow we chose 3 rolls and an Oyakodon bowl for mains. My Black Widow roll was crazy delicious. The beet flakes are such a fun addition and so unique. My brother's Oyakodon was super peppery and we all stole a bite. He took half home and enjoyed it as breakfast this morning. Our server may have been the owner. Unsure, but she was on top of everything and greatest everyone like an old friend. So the ambiance was very welcoming. We fed four people for $100. You just can't do that anymore and I am so happy to have found this spot. We'll be back soon!

Yummy Japanese food, beautiful presentation. The photo of the ankimo is just one example. All the dishes were fresh and tasty. The room is comfortable, a little noisy, great for friends and families. Even though the staff was incredibly busy, our server was super friendly and responsive. This will be our first choice when craving Japanese food within driving distance of West Seattle.

Amazing food and service!! You should try it!!! I love Japanese food and sashimi! The fish are really fresh and savory ,, this place is my go to place!! Don't forget to drink hot sake with it

The food is expensive and good quality! The service was minimum! Very little explanation of the food so you better know how to order! The quality of the food is good! Expensive So if you're experienced in ordering sushi you're good! If not bone up before you go!

I come here every week almost. Everyone is friendly and the food is always amazing! Very fresh fish. Very clean restaurant. I wanted to keep this place a secret so it doesn't get crazy busy. But I have to share the amazingness!!

GREAT VALUE IN SUSHI This is Burian's best sushi restaurant for several reasons. First, the portions are big. Our combo tempura appetizer had four shrimp in it, whereas most sushi places only give you two. The ala cart sushi/sashimi menu offers you two nigiri or three sashimi, and the sashimi slices are big, I mean, HUGE! I've never seen anything like it. Look at the picture! Second, the prices for what you get are incredible. My decanter of hot saki was only $8.00, and everything else was very reasonable. and looking for sushi, stop in here. You won't be disappointed The servers are very nice. They always have a smile and a great demeanor. They are responsive for the most part, and our apps and drinks came out promptly. That being said, my only complaint would be that the main courses took a little longer than we expected. It's also time to remove the Christmas decorations. So, if you are in Burian, and looking for sushi, stop in here, you won't be dissapointed. Cheers!

What a great find. I visited Tory on a business trip after a recommendation from a friend. I sat at the bar and had excellent service to accompany outstanding sushi. I had the Burien roll and the that's eel legal roll and both were great. Another business traveler sitting next to me ordered a platter that blew me away and I couldn't help but take a picture of his meal.

Super fresh fish with really thick slices of sashimi. I highly recommend the Tori chef's box. They are limit 3 per day for $50. To order, you'll have to call ahead and reserve this which is so worth it! The space is pretty small & cozy so I would recommend making a reservation or coming early.

We've been to Tori multiple times, but our most recent visit--celebrating a friend's birthday--truly stood out and inspired me to finally leave a review. The staff went above and beyond! They were incredibly sweet and attentive to our party of six, making our friend (and all of us) feel special. The service was top-notch, and the food was as excellent. Thank you, Tori team! (I have included the tiny note and drawing the staff wrote to reserve the table. Very cute!)

Consistent quality and reliable service. The steak was cooked perfectly to order. The dining room feels a bit crowded when full. Good value for the quality. Have visited multiple times and always leave satisfied

Great sushi, and great service! I was traveling from the east coast, and I'm glad I found them. I know good sushi, and they deliver. I'm going to be back later this month, and I will definitely visit again!

Visiting SeaTac area for the football game and was craving some sushi. Street parking and a parking lot were available, so ample parking. The vibe is quiet, but they had awesome 80s classics playing so I couldn't (nor could the table beside me) stop singing along with the tunes! I enjoyed the miso soup and the house cold sake. Unfortunately, my calamari was dry and overcooked. They offered to recook, bur I declined. The roll I chose was the Sunday Morning roll, with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and avocado, and deep fried. was pretty good! Glad I stopped in on my visit!

Ok, so it's been a while since I have posted anything new to Yelp..... Well, I went to a new to me, Sushi restraint in Burien. It was suggested I come and try it with my daughter and son in law.. So I did!! Now I am by no means a Sushi Snob in anyway, but holy crud... It was AWESOME!!!! Tori Sake & Grill is a small establishment, very clean and tidy. The staff is very warm and welcoming as well. Four of us came and ate and ate and ate some more until we could do no more. It was AWESOME! The freshness and the flavors were incredible. The presentation was, for me, out of this world! I truly enjoyed every single bite, so did the rest of us! While we chose what we wanted to eat the presentation is what made it all come together. Even the serving of the pickled ginger and wasabi was perfectly presented! We will be back, and I sincerely hope you will give them a try!

Reliably good food and professional service. The menu has something for everyone. Atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable. Prices reflect the quality. Always leave planning my next visit

This spot was amazing. The fish is extremely high quality and fresh, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff is charming! We brought our toddler here and not only did they have high chairs and interact with him very sweetly, they had toddler plates and cups! It was perfect and made us feel welcomed. Honestly this place's food was also better than almost every sushi spot I've been to in downtown Seattle (japonessa, Memoji, wasabi). Definitely worth the drive out of downtown Seattle for this spot

Everything was amazing and fresh and delicious!!! I also got the butter garlic edamame and cucumber salad. Not sure I would get the cucumber salad again. It was great but there are other things on the menu that I think I'll like more. So good. Agree with another poster that said it is better than seattles best places. I agree! I will drive here for my sushi from now on!

Our go-to spot for family-friendly sushi. Sue and team are so incredibly kind and accommodating. Great food, drink, and service! Some restaurants are more "kid-tolerant" than "kid-friendly", but Sue goes above and beyond to make sure our kids enjoy their meals so it's a great dinning experience for the whole fam. So lucky to have her in the Burien community!

Great tasting sushi! We came around 530/6 for dinner and it got busy, so if you're coming for dinner, be patient! The place isn't too big. Server was pretty responsive, although I did want to order more but decided not to in case the wait would be too long. Super kind staff even if busy, so maybe I'll try to come back during lunchtime? He also asked if we had a reservation so it seems they take them.

Best customer experience I've ever had. I felt as if I was apart of the family as soon as I stepped inside. I had called in to make a reservation and the lady on the phone was so kind and sweet. As a service provider myself, I really value customer care and kindness! The manager here runs a beautiful business and I can tell they are great staff. I am from out of town but just know I will be back for the food and for the staff. My group and I ordered a sashimi platter and some rolls. The chef was very attentive to us and answered our questions. The waitresses checked in on us all the time and asked if we had questions, they also have great recommendations. Amazing food and service. I can't wait to come back.

Wish I could give this place a higher ranking because it has so much going for it. The quality of the fish is very good. The garlic butter edamame is delicious (although the portion is about half of what it was when they first opened). The service is really wonderful. But the katsu is... not good. The menu did not indicate that it would be covered with mozerella cheese... which we've never seen of heard of before. The tonkatsu sauce was also unusual, which wasn't expected. That whole dish was unfortunate. So, this is a good place to come if everyone plans on eating sushi/sashimi only.

Delicious, fresh, quality, flavorful sushi rolls and run by friendly welcoming staff. The restaurant was bustling when I picked up our take out. Reasonable prices and excellent quality. We will be back to try more rolls!

This continues to be my favorite place not just in Burien, but it's escalated to all Seattle & surrounding for sushi. They recently did a small remodel and have a center sushi bar, cozy booths, and the same super fresh sushi and excellent service. A must try!

Small very busy, seems to be a local shop with a cozy vibe. Good variety of food options from izayaka to more traditional edo sushi and everything in-between. Food was tasty fresh very clean no fishiness. I would expect to wait for your food because they get busy. Make a reservation.

I forgot which rolls these were called. They were all very good. Very friendly and clean. I've already came back here a few times.

Based upon the review on Yelp we decided to try Tori Sake & Grill. We were quite happy with the quality of the Sushi We were served. There was a tremendous variety spanning about 4 pages. We has California Roll, Spicy California Roll, Spicy Blue Tuna roll, Ultimate Blue Tuna Roll and a few more the name of which escape me. All were very good to excellent. Miso soup was very good too. Service was prompt and appropriate and I'm pretty sure we'll be back.

Wow, Tori Sake & Grill is amazing. They have continued to improve their game and the new updated menu is super creative and extremely tasty. The food is top notch and delicious but what's even more important is the husband and wife who own and work the front of house and sushi bar. They are amazing, caring humans and a valued part of our South Sound and Burien community. If you haven't tried Tori out, you are missing out, big time! Give them a chance and like me you will become a regular, I guarantee it!

This was our first visit. We had meant to go for a long time but today it finally happened. The first pleasant surprise was a very warm welcome from the sushi chef. Super engaging guy with great energy. Next the decor was way better than I thought it would be. Very clean and kinda cool. For a small place on a tight budget they did a nice job. Now we come to the food. We each ordered the lunch special. One classic roll, four pieces of nigiri, and miso soup. The miso soup was ok but the rolls were so good! The star of the meal was melt in your mouth tuna. I think it was some of the best I've had outside of Hawaii. If you love sushi I highly

Great omakase box! Best bang for the buck option that I've found. It was delicious and definitely will be adding this place to the monthly rotation.

Ordered to-go , two rolls. The Hamachi Hooray and the Lion King. Fresh, large and lots of fish. Very friendly service. Not cheap but not expensive. Will return.

Worth every penny. You can't get any better than real wasabi. Or so I thought. Their tuna, and salmon were so fresh that we ended up ordering it twice. We tried a couple rolls and ordered a sake that was very smooth and light. It paired well with the choices of fish we selected. The atmosphere was laid back but uplifting and friendly. It's a goldmine in the heart of burien. The service, was astounding. The lovely lady that runs it was super friendly and extremely knowledgeable in her fish. We will be coming back many more times. And I will be bringing our family and friends here with us!

Found this restaurant on Yelp with a "$" sign and 4.5 stars when we were in Burien, so we gave it a try. However, the sushi we ordered were not worth for the price. I ordered the Rainbow, the size was small and the ingredients portion was small too. It was like sushi bought from a supermarket (not an Asian one). Water was not served until I asked, table was not cleaned up until some other clients came in waiting. So overall it was disappointing.

Tori Sake & Grill has the BEST sushi rolls in the area and is hands down our favorite place to go out for dinner. The customer service is outstanding and the staff are friendly, attentive, and always quick to help with anything you may need. They recently updated their menu to include even more delicious rolls. The chefs take such care in preparing the sushi, every detail about the presentation of it is beautiful. The restaurant is always bustling around dinner time so I recommend making a reservation!

Second time here and just as fantastic as I remember. I dare put it on the top of sushi restaurants in the Seattle area! Don't expect fancy surroundings, but you can expect high quality fish and creative menu offerings--the menu is not sparse, but not overwhelming (I need to make a point of ordering a different sushi roll for each visit). They have a good variety of Sakes and Japanese beers. And they have real wasabi! The lone waitress was (and is) very friendly and thorough... seemingly happy to make you happy and appreciative of any compliments. It isn't the cheapest and you can easily run up quite a bill, but if you can moderate, you'll find that the quality of the food is worth the price.

The BEST sushi I have had in America. I love sushi, I've eaten a lot of sushi, and I can be picky. Every single roll I've tried here has been great! The cuts of fish are fantastic and high quality. The rolls are beautiful and creative. The service is so friendly and kind. This is absolutely my favorite sushi spot. Bonus - the table at the corner window has a great view of rainier and planes taking off on a clear day.

Great food, awesome service, clean, nice atmosphere - great location, ample parking. We loved our waitress and food and service - Ordered a few rolls, hamachi kama, and the chirashi bowl and endless miso soup

Most underrated sushi joint in WA!! Out of the many sushi places I tried from Bellevue to Tacoma, Tori takes the dang cake!! Consistently amazing tasting fish every single time. Staff is wonderful and everything is priced fairly! (pictured: beat to death roll and 12pc nigiri)

This review is based on multiple experiences spread over several months. At this point my wife and I eat here at least twice per month. The owners great us by name every time we arrive! The new remodel looks amazing and welcoming ! But honestly once you get passed the amazing customer service and comfortable accommodations the cuisine will blow you away! Not only is the presentation spectacular, it tastes even better than it looks. This place checks every box for us! They make you feel like family and they put love into everything they do! I wish I could rate higher than 5 stars because I would! Highly recommend!

This place is huge inside! The employees were so kind when I was picking up my take out. The fish was super fresh. Their hand rolls were a bit pricey for one ($10). Not sure if it was worth it price, but everything about the flavor was high quality. The vegetables added a nice crunch to the hand roll without overpowering the taste of the salmon and fatty tuna (Forgot what the second hand roll was but pretty sure it was this lol). The sashimi pieces were huge! I would avoid the chicken teriyaki. My boyfriend was not a fan. Not enough sauce and chicken was dry.