A refined contemporary setting and fresh sushi make this Japanese restaurant a Seattle favorite. Chef Tatsu Nishino, who trained in Los Angeles with sushi master Nobu Matsuhisa, creates intriguing fusings of East and West. At the sushi… Read More
Nishino Restaurant Review:
Just blocks from the Arboretum's Japanese garden, chef Tatsu Nishino offers Japanese dishes showcasing Northwest products and sushi. The omakase might open with a single mussel garnished with finely-chopped albacore tuna and surf clams, while squid is sautéed with asparagus and morels in saké butter. The avocado-wrapped Arboretum roll encircles hamachi and tobiko plus a fiery slice of jalapeño...
Kyoto-born Nobu alum Tatsu Nishino conceives "delicate, inventive" and altogether "amazing" sushi for deep-pocketed fans at his "low-key" Washington Park Japanese; "expert" service and "masterpieces on the walls" by local artist Fay Jones put diners "in a Zen state", but those who want a truly transporting experience know "it's all about" the "straight-from-heaven" omakase menu (just be sure to...