Sushi Kashiba

Three-time James Beard Outstanding Chef nominee Shiro Kashiba’s third restaurant at Seattle’s iconic Pike Place Market is one of the country’s finest Japanese eateries. The master sushi chef, who trained under sushi legend Jiro Ono, serves Edomae-style fare showcasing seasonal ingredients and local Pacific Northwest delicacies.

The vibe: A modern dining room and (coveted) chef’s counter where guests can get an up-close view of the sushi master at work.

The food: Guests seated at tables can choose from à la carte options like oysters, tuna poke and sauteed geoduck, or opt for the chef’s daily omakase offering. At the chef’s counter, a 1-hour-and-45-minute omakase experience features a rotating selection of the chef’s freshest dishes.

The drinks: Japanese whiskey, sake cocktails, wine and beer are on offer for all diners, as well as a selection of non-alcoholic drinks to pair with your meal.

Time Out tip: Only a few seats are available to reserve for the three chef’s counter seatings (at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm). All other seats are fair game, and you can book a spot in person for same-day seating any time after the restaurant opens at 5pm.