Japonessa Sushi Cocina - Seattle

Name: Japonessa Sushi Cocina - Seattle
Address: 1400 First Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, 98101
Telephone: (206) 971-7979
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (2006)

$30 and under

Japanese

1400 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

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2 people

Jun 22, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 42 times today

About this restaurant

Great for happy hour
Lively
Neighborhood gem

Located in downtown Seattle next to Pike Place Market, Japonessa houses the latest talents of renowned Chef Billy Beach. We are a sushi cocina, featuring a Japanese menu with hints of Latino flair. From traditional offerings at our full service sushi bar, to innovative rolls and exotically imagined Japanese tapas, Japonessa boasts a menu to tantalize all palates.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Monday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Tuesday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Wednesday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Thursday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Friday- 11:30am - 1:00am Saturday- 12:00pm - 1:00am Sunday- 12:00pm - 1:00am Happy Hour Is EVERYDAY, from open-6:30pm in our dining area including our SUSHIBAR, and EVERYNIGHT again at 10:00pm till closing, with extending happy hour for 21+ in our bar lounge from 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
Phone number
(206) 971-7979
Website
http://www.japonessa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Charles Celestial
Catering
See our website japonessa.com for catering information or contact at events@japonessa.com
Private party facilities
Catering

Location
1400 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood
Belltown / Pike Place Market
Cross street
1st Ave & Union St
Parking details
Street parking is available and is free after 8pm and on Sundays and Holidays. <br />SAM (Seattle Art Museum) garage is located on Union between 1st and 2nd as well as Target's parking garage.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 2,006 people are saying

Japonessa Sushi Cocina - Seattle reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle / Eastern Washington
Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Japonessa Sushi Cocina in Seattle offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic service" and "superb sushi." Guests appreciate the "fresh, delicious" dishes and "attentive" staff. The lively setting complements unique flavor combinations, with standout items like the "calamari salad" and an enticing sake selection. Ideal for sushi enthusiasts seeking quality and creativity.

2,006 Reviews

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Sherry
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing and staff were extremely helpful.
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Lisa VIP
San Francisco Bay Area44 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second experience dining at Japonessa. The sushi and sashimi were outstanding and the service gracious and attentive. Wonderful option for pre-symphony dining or anytime you’re downtown.
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L VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina17 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We liked the sushi rolls. My husband is a vegetarian, and they had a good selection.
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Jose VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic dining experience at Japonessa Sushi Cocina in Seattle. Sitting at the sushi bar gave us a front-row seat to the action, and both the sushi chef and our waiter were incredibly attentive. The service was top-notch from start to finish. We sampled several of their signature rolls, a variety of nigiri, and the Hamachi Usu—all beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality sushi and great service in a lively, welcoming setting.
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Steven
Los Angeles10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great Sushi…some unusual combinations. Great service.
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LisaG
Seattle / Eastern Washington8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The sushi was fantastic. We very much enjoyed each and everything we ordered! The sake selection was superb as well. Our server was very helpful and good at her job!
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Kristina VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible sushi spot that is upscale, unique, fresh and memorable. Hot tip: get the calamari salad. It had the most incredible flavor ever! We had a fantastic, experienced server that checked on us several times and made excellent suggestions that made our experience unforgettable! Definitely go here if you haven’t yet!
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Andrea VIP
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
OK, but definitely not great food. The service seemed fast and efficient initially but the waitress was horrible. I received an incorrect order and she made no apologies beyond acknowledging it was incorrect. When I did receive my correct order (less quickly and efficiently) , it was clearly different by sight - she never checked in and would have never had known. Would not recommend this restaurant ever - though with the correct orders the food was fine. The service needs work.
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Richard
Portland / Oregon11 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Good, but not great. One order forgotten, wait staff did not know what the different fishes were in the sashimi...
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Meghann VIP
Charlotte1 review
3.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The sushi could have been excellent had they not added twists to the flavor. Cilantro on sushi is not a good combination, nor is a strawberry habanero sauce. Rolls weren’t as spicy as the spicy level indicated. Not bad, but not my favorite, we’ve definitely had better sushi.
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FAQs

Japonessa Sushi Cocina - Seattle is rated 4.7 stars by 2006 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 22, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 42 times today

Google Map for Japonessa Sushi Cocina - Seattle

1400 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

Additional information

Cross street
1st Ave & Union St
Neighborhood
Belltown / Pike Place Market
Hours of operation
Monday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Tuesday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Wednesday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Thursday- 11:30am - 11:00pm Friday- 11:30am - 1:00am Saturday- 12:00pm - 1:00am Sunday- 12:00pm - 1:00am Happy Hour Is EVERYDAY, from open-6:30pm in our dining area including our SUSHIBAR, and EVERYNIGHT again at 10:00pm till closing, with extending happy hour for 21+ in our bar lounge from 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available and is free after 8pm and on Sundays and Holidays. <br />SAM (Seattle Art Museum) garage is located on Union between 1st and 2nd as well as Target's parking garage.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Charles Celestial
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.japonessa.com/
Phone number
(206) 971-7979
Catering
See our website japonessa.com for catering information or contact at events@japonessa.com
Private party facilities
Catering

Japonessa Sushi Cocina - Seattle

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Popular dishes

Lucky 7 Sushi

Sushi Set A

Salmon Toro

Menu

What 2,006 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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