It's also family run, from the no-nonsense obaa-san as its matron to a granddaughter working the bar (where I had my meal) and a grandson elsewhere on the waitstaff. ![]() I love looking for that sort of history in places that I visit. What drew me to Maneki was reading about how it was the oldest Japanese restaurant in Seattle. Oh, they also don't do to-go or delivery. Oh well, I just want to be able to get in somedays even without a reservation. Of course, this may also be intentional (limited staff, limited seafood, etc.). In the many instances I've been able to get in (with a reservation) there's usually plenty of unoccupied tables. ![]() Chances are, if you don't have a reservation, you won't get in until about 9 pm. My only gripe is that they do not seem to have a good handle on how they manage their seating. This is a no-fuss, family-owned, inexpensive Japanese restaurant - the oldest one in Seattle. Try their chirashi bowl for a good sampler of their fresh seafood. As far as sushi though, theirs is very good and always fresh. I have yet to find a dish that is not done well. Many non-raw dishes can be found on their vast menu. Maneki is perhaps my most favorite Japanese restaurant in Seattle. Order ahead and pick up your dinner for the evening. Current Schedule and Offerings: While Maneki’s is impacted by the pandemic, it has a limited take out menu. This is the place I take out of town guests for an enjoyable and memorable dinner. Be sure to make a reservation because the restaurant is really popular with locals. One of my goals is to make it through the entire menu. ![]() I have let to eat anything at Maneki’s that I didn’t crave in future visits. The grilled saba (mackerel) is excellent, as are the sushi dinners, sushi rolls, and more. While I have eaten many things from the menu, one of my favorites is the charashi bowl. It’s offerings are every bit as good as meals I have eaten in Japan. It serves what a Japanese friend describes as tradition family style home cooked dinners. This is my “go to” restaurant when I go out to eat in Seattle. To say I love Maneki’s would be an understatement.
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