
This was a great experience all around, and made all the easier of a choice for me because my Airbnb was right up the street. If you're in a group, I'd highly recommend making a reservation, since they fill up throughout the night. The camaraderie among my fellow diners made for an enjoyable meal, even though I was dining alone, and the fact that I was a party of one made it easier to find a seat (at the bar), as the place was full. Everything was excellently prepared, and very filling. I got one of the "variety ozen" dinner boxes, which came with a HUGE amount of food- a plate of nigiri sushi, a serving of chicken teriyaki, some mixed tempura, salads, a hefty serving of rice, and a small cup of fruit for dessert. 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. Maneki Restaurant has an annual sales volume of 501K - 999,999.

Maneki Restaurant specializes in Indoor Weddings, Anniversaries, Fundraisers. They can be contacted via phone at (206) 622-2631 for pricing, hours and directions. As far as sushi though, theirs is very good and always fresh. Maneki Restaurant is located at the address 304 6th Ave S in Seattle, Washington 98104. 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.
