Sugo Hand Roll Bar

Sugo put a spin on your typical hand roll and made it extra tasty with their creativity. Also loved the appetizers, it was my first time trying a miso soup shooter! The drinks were also phenomenal, def recommend the lychee martini & do you dig me. The host, Sharon, was also super friendly and welcoming. This was a 11/10 experience and I will definitely be coming back.

Visited 5 months ago

It was our first time dining here and we received very very good customer service. They were very accommodating to our group with two toddlers. The hand rolls were delicious, but the spicy tuna was a bit too spicy. My husband and I love spicy food, but when it overpowers the flavor and texture of the food, it's difficult to enjoy the fish. The lychee martini was delicious and loved the aesthetic of the smokey bubble on top. Wagyu was cooked perfectly!

Visited 8 months ago

Wowow!! I can’t even begin how delicious and fresh all the hand rolls were. First off the service was exceptional! Our chef Johnny did such an amazing job explaining the menu and his favorite picks and wow he did not disappoint. Johnny also made sure we had a great dining experience, he was awesome! We ordered the bluefin otoro, crispy shrimp, snow crab, wagyu and mushroom, and tempura green bean. All of them were outstanding. If you’re thinking of coming here do yourself a favor I promise you will not regret it!!

Visited 9 months ago

We had an awesome happy hour dinner here on a recent trip to Seattle. Got the spicy tuna, spicy scallop, salmon, crispy shrimp, and truffle avocado hand rolls, and they were all fantastic (and only $4 each!). These are not the hand rolls you might see at traditional sushi bars (i.e., the ones that are shaped like ice cream cones) -- they're more like mini tacos, and the nori comes sheathed in little compostable cellophane-like sleeves that preserve their crispiness until you slide them off to eat.

We also got the chicken tatsu taage, which are like honey BBQ nuggets -- a little on the dry side, but still with good flavor (not quite the same as karaage, with not as much batter). The calamari furai (fried calamari) was also tasty, but bear in mind it's only the tentacles (in case that's not your preference).

Drinks were awesome, and did not skimp on the alcohol! The lychee martini is a production in itself -- the waitress creates a big bubble over the glass that contains smoke, which eventually pops, letting the smoke spill over like it's some sort of mad scientist's creation. The Hi B Vitamin C had great flavor, and was more like a refreshing summer drink. The Melona Poptail was my favorite, since it comes with a melon popsicle dipped into the drink!

There are two sections of the restaurant, as far as I understand. The main part is a rectangular bar with the sushi chefs in the middle -- this was too busy when we were there, with a wait of at least 40 minutes or so. But the separate bar area (with about 9 tables) had plenty of seating -- not quite as socially hopping, but still very pleasant for a dinner for two. Service was very friendly and efficient.

I would highly recommend this place, especially if you're a sushi fan. We'll definitely come back the next time we visit!

Visited 6 months ago

Such a great place for handroll in Downtown Seattle. Highly recommend to come during Happy Hours to enjoy their deals, some of the handrolls are just $4. I love Hawaiian Poke, Bluefin Otoro, and Wagyu + Uni most.

Really not recommend the Wagyu Baku Dan. Can’t believe I paid $12 for 2 pieces full of rice and just a tiny piece of wagyu. So ridiculous when I saw everyone orders that.

Visited 7 months ago

The restaurant has two options. One is restaurant and other is a private room. Went to the restaurant and was surprised by the service and food. It's a good 3rd datenight kind of spot. Sugo has very chill vibes and good fusion asian food. The private room experience seems like fun but you'll need a reservation for it.

Visited 7 months ago

Truly spectacular. On a Friday at noon-ish, we walked right in. The drinks were amazing, especially the martini and the fruity sake flight. I got the set: torched eel, truffle avocado (you can really taste the truffle!), the crispy shrimp, and the salmon. They were all so delicious and fresh, perfectly made with the best flavor. The service was great, not too fast not too slow. I wasn't expecting to be so wow'd by a handroll place, but I was raving about it to my family later that day. I'd definitely come here again.

Visited 8 months ago

Sugo was a tasty sushi bar experience. The bar space has a dedicated room and a specific chef supporting all the patrons. Some of the appetizers (non-sushi) were less than stellar but the hand rolls were great. Would come back and try again for sure.

Visited a year ago

Not bad, but unusual

Visited 4 months ago

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Visited 4 months ago

Johnny was an incredible sushi chef! He was very personable, kind, and funny throughout my time at Sugo. He was a great conversationalist. The waiters were very attentive in bringing drinks and appetizers, particularly Jorge. Awesome place, would highly recommend!

Visited 4 months ago

Sugo put a spin on your typical hand roll and made it extra tasty with their creativity. Also loved the appetizers, it was my first time trying a miso soup shooter! The drinks were also phenomenal, def recommend the lychee martini & do you dig me. The host, Sharon, was also super friendly and welcoming. This was a 11/10 experience and I will definitely be coming back.

Visited 5 months ago

Wonderful! Best sushi ever!!! High quality product ❤️

Visited 5 months ago

Visited 5 months ago

Bomb food and service

Visited 5 months ago

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Visited 5 months ago

SO damn good! I love a hand roll, they make them right in front of you here. The seafood is all super fresh and they even had veggie options available. DO NOT overlook the green bean tempura roll, it's the best one on the menu hands down.

Visited 5 months ago

I went to Sugo on Tuesday, the 26th, for a dinner date at 5pm. The waiter was nice, and I was satisfied with his service. The chef was also kind, and we really loved the hand rolls. However, the only issue was that while we were still eating, another waitress came over and made us pay in the middle of our meal. She wasn’t even our assigned waitress, and I hadn’t indicated that I wanted to pay at that time.

Visited 6 months ago

Delicious hand rolls. Highly recommend the crispy shrimp, sea scallops and snow crab rolls. The calamari is also very good. The mixed drinks were a little on the sweet side but we really enjoyed the house sake.

Visited 6 months ago

Love the fresh ingredients—uni, crab, wagyu, and more! It's a great place to enjoy high-quality sushi without spending too much time on sushi set.

Visited 6 months ago

We had lunch here with our nine year old kids at lunch. (It is not kid friendly in the evenings.) It was an amazing experience at their sushi bar. The chefs and servers were wonderful and explained things in detail so our kids knew what they were ordering. Cocktails for spouse and I were excellent. I had the lychee martini with the bubble, which was fun and tasty. We will be back!

Visited 6 months ago

We randomly found Sugo near Pike Place on a trip to Seattle. We enjoyed it so much that we came back the next day when the rest of our group arrived in Seattle. The food and service were phenomenal. We will go again on our next trip.

Visited 6 months ago

Got a gift card to come here. The food and service is really good. The cons include: awkward check in process, limited drink menu with not having red or white wine, hard to find parking, being extremely close to other people (able to listen to the 4 people on both side having private conversations), not having a back to the chair to hang your coat, etc. The value of the food is good & the chefs / preparers know their stuff. If you like raw fish, then this place is for you. We left stuffed and had a good time, but probably won’t be returning.

Edit:
- Try the snow crab roll.
- I do now remember that I felt judged when I decided to not order a drink after they told me there was no wine. I guess the waitress doesn’t realize some people don’t want sake or a sugary instagramable drink. Note This was after we placed a menu card of >$100 of food items for two people.

Visited 6 months ago

First time here! service was amazing. Food also AMAZING! highly recommend the spicy tuna and akami ❤️ Staff is so nice i would come back more often

Visited 6 months ago

A hidden gem, we discovered strolling through the streets of Seattle. Chef Johnny made our dining an experience, guiding us through the menu. The quality of the seafood was exceptional and the flavours were delicious. The truffle avocado hand roll is a piece of heaven. You will not be disappointed.

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

We had an awesome happy hour dinner here on a recent trip to Seattle. Got the spicy tuna, spicy scallop, salmon, crispy shrimp, and truffle avocado hand rolls, and they were all fantastic (and only $4 each!). These are not the hand rolls you might see at traditional sushi bars (i.e., the ones that are shaped like ice cream cones) -- they're more like mini tacos, and the nori comes sheathed in little compostable cellophane-like sleeves that preserve their crispiness until you slide them off to eat.

We also got the chicken tatsu taage, which are like honey BBQ nuggets -- a little on the dry side, but still with good flavor (not quite the same as karaage, with not as much batter). The calamari furai (fried calamari) was also tasty, but bear in mind it's only the tentacles (in case that's not your preference).

Drinks were awesome, and did not skimp on the alcohol! The lychee martini is a production in itself -- the waitress creates a big bubble over the glass that contains smoke, which eventually pops, letting the smoke spill over like it's some sort of mad scientist's creation. The Hi B Vitamin C had great flavor, and was more like a refreshing summer drink. The Melona Poptail was my favorite, since it comes with a melon popsicle dipped into the drink!

There are two sections of the restaurant, as far as I understand. The main part is a rectangular bar with the sushi chefs in the middle -- this was too busy when we were there, with a wait of at least 40 minutes or so. But the separate bar area (with about 9 tables) had plenty of seating -- not quite as socially hopping, but still very pleasant for a dinner for two. Service was very friendly and efficient.

I would highly recommend this place, especially if you're a sushi fan. We'll definitely come back the next time we visit!

Visited 6 months ago

A long fall from the top. Last time I was here, this was 5 stars across the board. This time the place was sloppy, service was bad, but food was great. I sat for 15 minutes watching our waitress dance with people in the lobby while I waited for another drink. Ended up leaving.

Visited 6 months ago

Was just here recently and the four of us really enjoyed our experience. The food was amazing as well as Clayton who was making most of our sushi. We sat at the back bar and He was super friendly and we are most definitely going to be back. The front of the house staff was great as well and service was spectacular.

Visited 6 months ago

Have yet to try something here that wasn't fantastic. Great service, really tasty rolls and bites, and fun cocktail options. Absolutely stellar spot in the heart of the city.

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

This was my first time going to Sugo and the food was pretty good other than the rolls were swapped for my partner and I. Our experience was terrible because of the service we received. We were ignored the entire time in comparison to the people around us for no apparent reason. It was not busy and this was still the case for us. It turned out to make us feel very unwelcomed and we felt the employees were very cold toward us. Not recommending this place to anyone and will not be revisiting in the future.

Side Note: The music was rave music which was strange for the type of restaurant. This is nitpicky but just adding this as a disclaimer.

Visited 6 months ago

This place is fantastic! Johnny is so attentive to details and is an incredible host. Thank you for such an awesome experience

Visited 6 months ago

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Visited 6 months ago

Lovely place! Super fresh, tasty and excellent service:)
The crew is very warming

Visited 7 months ago

I have traveled across the country enjoying good food. These hand rolls were out of this world! Johnny the master chef brings passion and good vibes to the delicious food he makes! 🤙🏼

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Sugo.

Who doesn’t enjoy sushi, right?
If that’s you, you can still come and drink or watch me eat sushi and drink. Maybe?

On an October weekday I stopped in, it's fine to go solo, always. Sugo hoists a small array of seats so a reservation is recommended. Yes, it gets tight, spicy and saucy as nori to wasabi or elbows with ginger. Love me some ginger and soy! Once, I wanna see a giant ball of shaved ginger with soy on a sushi menu! Just saying... Yummers, so damn good, healthy too!

Hey, what a treat to attain, receive and witnessed their service just the other evening. Between an elegantly and humble brigade of youthful professionals engaged in swanky sushiness, dates or dinner with sis, you get to watch the talented sushi rollers and their unique take and give.

Sugo sees fit to run a tight ship and certainly the most formative note of my experience dining and drinking at Sugo is how well the staff work as a team. Teamwork doesn’t make any dream work. Not at all! Whomever 'twas that said such, I refute their suggestion immediately and instantaneously, lol!

My experience tells me that really great teamwork make everyone's dreams work and on queue enters the substitute sushi savior Tito to back up the stellar Jonny who is the fixture, the main man that everyone stares at for eight a day at least. He made a positive and friendly chef and Tito the head chef came in to help him out on a night off. All smiles and bottles twirling and crushing the lists of majestic this and that is what they did so well despite the lean machine. Sugo was a croutching tiger, no hidden diner. Woo!

LoL! That was pretty great, you’re welcome! I’ve more, there’s time.

Try the sushi, it's great! Spicy tuna roll...there is something smokey in their and that's one hot sauce... try it, it's delish and hot!

Speaking of hot, I LOVE that I got to come to try the creations of her legendary coordinates & latitudes, the drinks of master mix~libationist, thee Ms. Lei! (wait for applause) Her fruity sensations & imaginative cocktails know no boundries and she doesn't bend or merky placate the top shelf or brand awareness! She works harder, outsmarter and weirder, thank the gods! Her game is real, this cocktail machine and boba babe is a magician and vanishes all inhibition while magically...she leaves no renditions, her appeal is... she’s original, generous, her staff love her, she's courageous and reinventive...so you get to try her rainbow spectrums that honor the lists and your lips, how gracious! I thank you, Ms. Lei, I loved your approach, thoughtfulness and fun in every sip or gulp- exquisite balance! I wish the same for anyone who hasn't gone to your restaurant. I say so with a vibrant heart due your endless smiles, sunny breams and rays, our pot of gold. Your staff are a credit to your leadership, their hearts large and on sleeves, wouldn't you agree?

My favorite cocktail has her 'Space Dance' of joto yuzu sake + joy sake + yuzu + lavender + butterfly pea flower.
It is an attention getter and colorful, briming with her 'Rainbow', she paints what looks, smells and tastes like a melted My Little Pony but is so freakin' thirst quenching, puckery and just as well structured as the large aperitif, cafe stem she serves it with. This drink also sparkles and matched my eyes, though her team and her leadership are the real stars in my sky... or her painted rainbow.

Sugo, thank you for a wonderful time. I truly deserve your kindness and I love your togetherness, says what really matters, doesn't it? I value you, your welcome and your best is yet to come.

"Keep swimming!"

~Terrence

Visited 7 months ago

Was lucky to get there during the happy hours, which gave me a bit extra attention from the stuff (big thanks to Yana!). Been advised to visit this place for some time and my plan was to try as many things as I can. I tried four of the happy hour handrolls and got full - so I guess I will have to make another trip there 🙂

Visited 7 months ago

Awesome experience, great chef and staff, great food. The "hand rolls" are an awesome format to eat sushi/sashimi. Very generous portions of fish in each roll. 👌

Visited 7 months ago

Hand rolls were really fresh here and the Hamachi + caviar was amazing. Highly recommend & Johnny was so helpful and friendly!!

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

thanks Johnny!!

Visited 7 months ago

Such a great place for handroll in Downtown Seattle. Highly recommend to come during Happy Hours to enjoy their deals, some of the handrolls are just $4. I love Hawaiian Poke, Bluefin Otoro, and Wagyu + Uni most.

Really not recommend the Wagyu Baku Dan. Can’t believe I paid $12 for 2 pieces full of rice and just a tiny piece of wagyu. So ridiculous when I saw everyone orders that.

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Stopped here on a whim and glad I did! Hand rolls were great and the Hawaiian poke roll was overflowing with perfectly fresh tuna with chili threads 🤤

Visited 7 months ago

Johnny was the best. Such a an amazing experience! 🍣

Visited 7 months ago

Sugo is a unique spot just a few steps away from Pike Place Market. Serving up a variety of fresh hand rolls and unique appetizers, the experience is a delight. Sushi Chefs Clayton and Tito are true masters of their craft with a passion for providing not only the highest quality food, but the best level of service. Their success can be attributed to their attention to detail and comittment to using the freshest ingredients. When sitting at the hand roll bar, Clayton and Tito are also very professional in accommodating dietary and allergic needs. The bluefin otoro has been on point and delicious the numerous times I've gone. Shout out to the amazing waiting staff as well, Josef, Toby, and many others, super attentive, kind, courteous, knowledgeable, and friendly. True shining examples of the highest level of hospitality. The manager Sharon, has culminated an amazing team with varying degrees of talent and professionalism that shows not only in the quality of food but level of service. The team at Sugo has created a family and positive work culture environment that can be felt the moment you enter the door. At the end of your meal, you will surely leave feeling warm, happy, and with a smile. This hidden treasure is a must for anyone visiting Seattle and seeking a one of a kind dining experience. With everything said, I'll surely be back every week.

Visited 7 months ago

Went here on a random Monday lunch date while visiting Seattle. It was quite pleasant. Limited vegetarian options; and some were unavailable. Still whatever we did try was pretty good. We also got some cocktails which were strong and yummy. The space is a bit tight, I am left handed and the guy next to me and I just kept elbowing each other (lol)
Shoutout to their chef who changed gloves and prepared our vegetarian rolls from a separate rice cooker (at least for our first round of orders!) the other chef quickly contaminated everything and that was a turn off as we have various allergies and are vegans. So we didn’t order more after and left. Fun afternoon, friendly service, and great location.

Visited 7 months ago

Tastes great, great mood!

Visited 7 months ago

The restaurant has two options. One is restaurant and other is a private room. Went to the restaurant and was surprised by the service and food. It's a good 3rd datenight kind of spot. Sugo has very chill vibes and good fusion asian food. The private room experience seems like fun but you'll need a reservation for it.

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Great Sushi joint, Clayton is a phenomenal sushi chef and Joseph was an awesome server! Great vibe at this spot!

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Sugo Hand Roll Bar is a fantastic spot for sushi lovers! The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal. Their hand rolls are a standout—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully crafted. Each roll is made to order, ensuring that every bite is delicious. The variety of options means there’s something for everyone, whether you prefer classic flavors or adventurous combinations. The staff is knowledgeable and eager to help you find the perfect roll. Overall, it’s a delightful experience that I can’t recommend enough!

Visited 7 months ago

This place was so affordable and delicious! The hand rolls are made right in front of you and the Staff is so kind.

Visited 7 months ago

My Baku Dan Rice was under cooked. Sushi rice is the most important part of the sushi roll, how do you fail at the most important ingredient.

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

This place is mid. Food is overpriced and made by some 20 year olds. Nothing special. The employees were nice but this place is really nothing special. Looks fancy but it is just mid and average tasting hand rolls. Good presentation but really the food is average at best. This place will fit you fine if you are new to eating Japanese food otherwise I’d suggest probably skipping this place.

TLDR: Spent $100/person and still left hungry and unimpressed although the employees were nice which was the only redeeming factor.

Visited 8 months ago

Out-of-towners who stopped in one afternoon but it was so busy we ate else where. After dinner we stopped back for a drink and Sharon hooked us up. She remembered us from earlier and went out of her way to make us some great drinks. The experience was so nice that we took advantage of an opportunity to stop in before we flew out to have some hand rolls and a few drinks. It was just our luck that Sharon was working again....and she remembered us again! And she took care of us again! The drinks and food are fantastic and the service is just as great. Highly recommend this spot! If you're looking for a spot to grab a quick bite and a drink, or if you want to sit and take in the atmosphere and some great service, don't pass this place up. Shout out to Sharon! When I'm in the area again I'll 100% be stopping by!

Visited 8 months ago

Visited 8 months ago

Visited 8 months ago

It was our first time dining here and we received very very good customer service. They were very accommodating to our group with two toddlers. The hand rolls were delicious, but the spicy tuna was a bit too spicy. My husband and I love spicy food, but when it overpowers the flavor and texture of the food, it's difficult to enjoy the fish. The lychee martini was delicious and loved the aesthetic of the smokey bubble on top. Wagyu was cooked perfectly!

Visited 8 months ago

I love this place❤️Great for a date or birthday party. Professional chefs, friendly waiters. Amazing cocktails lychee martini and space dance are something magical. Very fresh and tasty fish, nori is always crispy.

Visited 8 months ago

Great spot! Excellent presentation. I’ll be back.

Visited 8 months ago

If you are a sushi lover, Sugo is a must-visit place! The hand rolls here are incredibly fresh. Each roll is made with high-quality ingredients. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. Whether you are a sushi fan or just want to try something new, Sugo Hand Roll Bar is definitely worth a visit! My favorite its salmon sashimi and hamachi with caviar. Thank you

Visited 8 months ago

I recently visited Sugo Hand Roll and it was a fantastic experience! The sushi was incredibly fresh and each roll was made with care. The flavors were well balanced and absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was welcoming and the staff was friendly and attentive. It's a great place for everyone. Highly recommended for a delicious and enjoyable meal!

Visited 8 months ago

Sugo Hand Roll Bar offers a fresh and innovative take on the sushi hand roll experience. The ambiance is modern and minimalist, providing a sleek and comfortable setting for diners. Their hand rolls are crafted with high-quality, fresh ingredients, showcasing both traditional flavors and creative combinations.

The selection is diverse, catering to both classic tastes and adventurous palates. The service is attentive and knowledgeable, guiding you through the menu and making recommendations based on your preferences. Overall, Sugo Hand Roll Bar delivers a delightful and satisfying sushi experience, blending quality, creativity, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Visited 8 months ago

I'd start by saying the food was okay, but not worth the price. I felt the restaurant charged more than what it delivered. The atmosphere also left something to be desired—the floor was dusty and unclean, which gave the place a rundown feel. The open kitchen by the bar was less appealing. Sauce bottles were sticking out from the behind counter, and boxes were stacked in plain sight, giving it a cluttered look. The way the chefs cleaned the prep areas, with sushi rice falling to the floor as they wiped the cutting boards, came across as unprofessional and a bit tacky.

For a $150 dinner, the experience fell short of expectations. With that price point, I expected much more in terms of quality and presentation, but I didn’t even get the basics. Overall, it didn’t live up to the standards I anticipated for the price.

Visited 8 months ago

i really wish i could’ve left a positive review, but i’ll just give my honest thoughts.

i was really excited to try this place. coming inside, i gave one of the hosts my name and reservation time, but the table wasn’t ready - so i waited for about 10 minutes in the lobby. that’s fine, but then another host came up to me and asked for my reservation again. then they said they couldn’t find my name, and asked if it was under another name… i hate needing to second guess myself and questioning if i created the reservation for the correct day. honestly, i felt embarrassed so i took out my phone to check the date of my reservation again. turns out, they just made a mistake because they were able to locate it a few minutes later.

they sat us down and asked if we were ready to order 3 times within the span of 2 minutes. like its my first time here - please let me look over the menu 😭 i just felt really rushed and stressed.

they also forgot one of my handrolls, so we sat there waiting for nothing until they realized.

food was good but the service made it hard to enjoy. boozy boba was good

atmosphere was decent, a little more on the dirty side. expected better for the price.

Visited 8 months ago

Some of the best sushi we have ever had. Miso soup and edamame also special. Can’t wait to go back.

Visited 8 months ago

Mel was an amazing waitress! Super friendly and made our experience really pleasant. Thank you! Also, Tito makes the best hand rolls hands down. It always tastes perfect and fresh.

Visited 8 months ago

I went to Sugo sushi with a friend to explore Seattle. So glad we went - I like my uni, maguro, masago sushi and my friend likes avocado, salmon sushi. They had fun, melon drinks too which I love. I really enjoyed the selection and what the chef curated - Thank you Johnny! Johnny was our sushi chef and he was so entertaining and thoughtful. Hope to come back visit Johnny again!

Visited 8 months ago

I would not comeback, I was quite excited to try new concept for japanese food. Quite surprised how hipster the place was, loud music, busy servers, I was still tempted to try out the full experience.

I believe the place originally/probably started as fancy dining experience: reserved guests are watching chefs making food, starting their dinings at the same time. But, servers are always running in and out, chefs were not looking at what they were making. chefs and servers were making casual conversations about their shifts on the weekends.

Knowing what I was paying for I expected a lot more details on each ingredients. Highlights of handroll and foundation is seaweed. What I was served with was soggy due to chef’s greasy hands, stale and.. just thought-less. Rice? Dry dry dry, not much flavor. truffle avocado didn’t highlight truffles. Wagyu + mushrooms were overcooked and falling apart as rice was too dry. Otoro should taste a lot more fresh… Wagyu baku dan had pocket full of rice, very little sukiyaki beef. Sure, lychee martini was fun to look at but with loud music banging at your ear, while your server tries not to pop the bubble the second time, would you say it’s worth the experience?

Overall, it seemed popular spots for young couples and friends. Would NOT recommend for any special romantic nights. Ambiance was not there. We took our losses and pivoted to other places to enjoy rest of our evening. Expect to pay a lot but regardless of what you pay for, quality won’t be there 🥲

Visited 8 months ago

Truly spectacular. On a Friday at noon-ish, we walked right in. The drinks were amazing, especially the martini and the fruity sake flight. I got the set: torched eel, truffle avocado (you can really taste the truffle!), the crispy shrimp, and the salmon. They were all so delicious and fresh, perfectly made with the best flavor. The service was great, not too fast not too slow. I wasn't expecting to be so wow'd by a handroll place, but I was raving about it to my family later that day. I'd definitely come here again.

Visited 8 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

Wowow!! I can’t even begin how delicious and fresh all the hand rolls were. First off the service was exceptional! Our chef Johnny did such an amazing job explaining the menu and his favorite picks and wow he did not disappoint. Johnny also made sure we had a great dining experience, he was awesome! We ordered the bluefin otoro, crispy shrimp, snow crab, wagyu and mushroom, and tempura green bean. All of them were outstanding. If you’re thinking of coming here do yourself a favor I promise you will not regret it!!

Visited 9 months ago

The spicy tuna hand roll was delicious, but only the size of a potsticker. 1 bite and done or 2 tiny bites to savor it. Lol

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

❤️ Overview:
My friend and I came here after going on the great wheel for a light meal/snack. I was craving KazuNori hand rolls and this was the closest thing we could find. Overall, the hand rolls were okay. Nothing beats KazuNori or NamiNori honestly. The flight shooters were fun though!

❤️What was ordered:
FOOD: wagyu baku dan, 3 hand roll set

DRINKS: juicy fruit shooter flight

❤️Stand outs:
Wagyu baku dan

❤️Would I come back/recommend
No - I would not come back
Yes - I would recommend

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi bar highly recommended

Visited 9 months ago

I attended as party of a larger event, and had a fabulous time. I will definitely be back. The food is delicious, the service is enthusiastically attentive, and the ambiance perfect for a night out with friends for sushi. I tried the salmon, toro, otoro, ebi, tuna and steak - every fish piece was fresh, fatty and perfectly prepared. The steak option was equally impressive in my hand rolls. The culinary designer, Jane Kang, curates an incredibly impressive menu and works diligently to collaborate with her in-house team to present a feast that’s second to none. This venue is definitely more than a stop or detour. It’s worth a trip!

Visited 9 months ago

What a wonderful surprise. Unsure what we wanted to snack on mid afternoon, we walked in and was met by Mel. Listening to her advice we decided to give it a try. What a find!! First, Mel is absolutely a wonderful host, waitperson, and is knowledgeable about the menu and food preparation. The food preparation is great, the sushi fresh and tasteful. We enjoyed it so much we returned the next day for takeout dinner. The sushi bar looks great and seems to be alive with customers chatting. A great addition to the Market Place!

Visited 9 months ago

Delicious, fresh hand rolls. Eat them as soon as they give it to you. The window for crispy nori is short.

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

Delitful dining experience with reasonable prices especially during happy hours.

Visited 9 months ago

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Visited 9 months ago

Pricy but fun and good food.

Visited 9 months ago

Joseph, Chef Clayton and the rest of the staff are amazing people, they made our day. Chef Clayton makes incredible sushi, he really knows his craft. The food was delicious, highly recommend! Thanks yall ❤️

Visited 9 months ago

Great food, friendly chef at the bar seating. The ora king salmon sashimi with salmon roes is amazing. Also recommend the crispy tofu handroll. There other vegetarian options available. The only downside is the bar seating menu and the table seating menu are different, and cannot from both at the same time.

Overall had a great experience. Would love to come back if in town again.

Visited 9 months ago

Pros
The sushi chef was great. Really nice guy and made amazingrecommended.
Lychee martini was a lot of fun!

Cons
Hostess or whatever screwed up the food order and wasn't particularly nice.

Visited 9 months ago

The handroll bar has a great atmosphere, you get to watch chef Johnny and his team work right in front of you.
The quality and the portions were very good.
Definitely a good choice!

Visited 9 months ago

TLDR: Good ingredients, bad temaki assembly,, and very slow service.

Long wait for 2 hand rolls to go. Not sure what the bottleneck was but the restaurant staff seemed harried and there were obvious issues with communication between waitstaff and the kitchen, resulting in a delay of about 30 minutes for two rolls to go. Rolls themselves tasted good, but were more like nori tacos than the typical temaki ice cream cone shape, making for a really messy eating experience (nori wraps were too small to actually wrap around the filling). Edamame was bland, seemed unsalted. As a to go option, its hard to say it was worth the price, and certainly not worth the wait.

Waitstaff was apologetic and courteous and atmosphere seemed chic.

Visited 9 months ago

Went there on a recommendation by a friend, ordered two hand rolls as a walking snack.
Waited 35 minutes as the chefs slowly took their time finishing one big order, while the diligent and apologetic servers were giving their all, rushing about and being super efficient.
The food we got was two handfuls of rice and fish. It did not taste good enough for the $16 pre-tip and tax, and was certainly not worth waiting 35 minutes for.

Visited 9 months ago

Absolutely incredible hand rolls and super friendly staff make this place an absolute must see in Seattle. The lychee martini being out of this world also doesn’t hurt. 😉I

Visited 9 months ago

Amazing food, interesting drinks and Johnny was awesome!

Visited 9 months ago

Great night after false start from another restaurant staff all work well together and food is very innovative would definitely return thank you.

Visited 9 months ago

kazu nori knock off. food is okay but the rice ain’t it. good value though!

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Come here for a drink with a friend and A few snacks.

Visited 10 months ago

We had a great experience eating here. The chefs were friendly and personable, the food was fantastic. The only downside, and it’s a small one, is that the nori could have been a bit crispier. I’m a real stickler for fresh hand rolls, made to order, and this place nails it, but for some reason the nori got water logged quickly.

We will certainly make this a regular stop when visiting Seattle.

Visited 10 months ago

I got the 4 hand roll set, torched eel is probably my favorite. Lychee martini was great. The service was just ok.

Visited 10 months ago

Always a great time and meal every time we stop by! You must come and see the man TITO. He’s crazy wit the hands. Rolling them sussy fish with amazing sleight of hand. THE GOAT. The fish manipulator. The fish monsieur.

Visited 10 months ago

The vibe of this place was immaculate.
Food was good, music was good, drinks were good.
10/10 would recommend, the boy Tito hooked us up 🤞🏻

Visited 10 months ago

Great spot for hand rolls.

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Visited 10 months ago

We walked in midday Saturday and got a perfect spot at the corner of the bar. They set us up with some damn fine drinks and then Johnny started making some of the most delicious hand rolls ever. He added his personal touch of yuzu kosho to the blue fin otoro. Bomb. His humor and attention really made the experience and he gave us a hug on the way out. Just top notch, thank you Johnny!

Visited 10 months ago

This restaurant seems to have some operations and customer service challenges or maybe the staff was mostly focusing on prepping for a Friday night and the 2:00pm reservation was an inconvenience.

Had a reservation and Waited 15 minutes before anyone said anything to me. When I told the hostess I had a reservation it was like I was inconveniencing her. The place was not busy. It seemed the waitstaff was focused on anything but their customer. Once seated the same thing. The hand rolls were good but no one ever stopped by to ask if we needed anything. The staff seemed they were primarily focused on changing out, so they could get the next person in but it wasn’t very busy. (The place seats 16 people and there was never more than 10 people at the sushi bar)

We closed out and they did not give me a printed receipt when I asked for one. I realized it after we left and I needed one to reimburse the work expense. I called 5 min after leaving and asked if they would be able to email me the receipt. The same hostess/waitress was extremely rude and said that I would need to drive back to the restaurant. I explained it was just 5 minutes ago and gave her the exact amount of the check. She replied: “I have already given you my answer and hung up”

$230 for 2 beers, 15 hand rolls and a lousy waitstaff. I won’t be going here again.

Visited 10 months ago

Great sushi roles.

Visited 10 months ago

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Visited 10 months ago

Sugo nailed it! Food is fresh and rolls are delicious. Tito, the sushi chef, made the experience for us. He was professional, fun, and clearly talented in his craft. We were visiting from LA where restaurant competition is fierce and Tito delivered. Sugo is lucky to have someone so dedicated and experienced.

Visited 10 months ago

What a mess this place is. The luxury branding is such a trickery. Quality is like a street vendor with chopped up low quality ingredients.

Visited 10 months ago

Sugo is fairly reasonably priced, especially their happy hour menu, but the quality of food reflects that. The fish all tasted previously frozen, and not particularly fresh. The chefs rolling the hand rolls seemed pretty novice at the position. The restaurant definitely caters towards tourists, especially given its proximity to Pike’s Place. There are better quality sushi restaurants in Seattle, but the price here is hard to beat, and the hand roll bar is a nice novelty.

Visited 10 months ago

The food was absolutely incredible! I could eat a dozen spicy scallop handrolls. I wish I had a place like this near me. Loved it!

Visited 10 months ago

My daughter and I went here for lunch and had such a great experience. The handheld sushi was delicious! Little flavour bombs well thought out. Would recommend for a fun take on sushi

Visited 10 months ago

Visited a year ago

I went there during happy hour, and wow! I did spend more than expected, but I enjoyed every bit of it. I followed the server and chef's recommendations. The scallops were a pleasant surprise.

Visited a year ago

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Visited a year ago

Great hand rolls, very fresh and a lot of variety. The service is wonderful, they were very accommodating and kind!

Visited a year ago

Just simply fantastic and delicious

Visited a year ago

Highly recommend. Food was great, I could have kept smashing rolls. Menu was simple yet delicious. Loved how intimate the dining experience was with the chef and other patrons. Chef Clayton was super hospitable, made a mean hand roll and was unbelievably pleasant to be around. You can tell they take a lot of pride in their work. I’ll definitely be coming back.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

The food was excellent but I spent a lot of money amd left hungry. It was slow getting the food when sitting at the bar. Not sure how the table service is. The guy making the rolls was friendly.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

My wife and I have been 3 time and the food is always great. Only thing that needs work is the front of house staff is horrible. Every time we go the waitresses are always short/ disinterested and give horrible service even when the space is 90 percent empty. Sushi chefs are always the opposite. Friendly, quick and attentive. It also becomes an issues when you want to order some more food or drinks and the staff is nowhere to be found the chefs don’t have the ability to make anything without the waitstaff.

Visited a year ago

I went both times off hours. The food is amazing. The staff is super accommodating and all very nice. Can't wait to go back.

I had the Chicken Katsu Sando and a chicken katsu bowl. I can't wait to try the hot honey variation!

Visited a year ago

Solid choice for interesting food. We had a quick dinner during happy hour, ordered the tatsuta age and tuna and salmon rolls which were decent. Also ordered the katsu sandwich but they were out of bread which was odd. Our server who was very helpful had recommended we get 4-5 hand rolls but 3 seemed the perfect number.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Delicious, creative rolls.

Visited a year ago

Horrified by the way we were treated by the staff at this place. The man at the bar laughed at us leaving after he was incredibly rude on arrival. Forcing his paying customers to sit where suited him which made no logical sense. Beyond stupidity he deserves to be fired.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Finally tried this place. Overall, food was good but we had a negative service experience that made it a 3/5. We were consistently being served last and late by the chef. People who had arrived after us and still had food on their plate or still eating were getting the same items we ordered right away. There were times that we were sitting for several minutes with nothing on our plates, staring at other people get served and it was apparent the wait time between new rolls/food for other guests was not the same. I’m really not sure why that was and it was genuinely puzzling and disappointing. Whether it was intentional or not, we felt ignored and treated differently compared to other guests. Overall, I’m glad we tried it but would not go back.

Visited a year ago

Stopped in for dinner while on a business trip on the recommendation of a friend and was not disappointed! I sat at the sushi bar and was seated right between a couple and another business traveler. They definitely pack you in which is nice because it helps get folks chatting about the food and travels. Atmosphere is decent - bar in the middle of the room surrounded on 3 sides by high top bar seating. Not much on the walls and not much else in the room. Decent selection of hand rolls which are prepared individually and the chefs are quite good at pacing the groups. Wasabi and pickled ginger are placed at your spot when you sit down - both are incredible and I ate all of it. Ok selection of beers but a more fun sake and cocktail menu. I had the 5 hand roll combo which included spicy tuna, king salmon, scallop, snow crab and unagi. All quite good and actually hard to rank. Spicy tuna probably my least favorite though it did have a great spice to it. Scallop was insanely sweet and soft and delicious. Eel was delicious but my top two were the salmon and the snow crab. No, the eel and the salmon. I dunno - you gotta come and try them to decide yourself!!

Visited a year ago

Wandered into Sugo hand roll bar, because of the sign for the boozy boba, and very glad we did. Sushi was so delicious, very good sushi highly recommend!! And our chef was awesome and so so friendly! Unfortunately the server who seated us and took the order was not at all friendly and very judgmental of us only ordering 2 rolls and 2 drinks which I did not realize was any kind of faux pas. Just be prepared to order quite a few rolls if you do go, they are good anyway.

Visited a year ago

THIS IS HOW YOU DINE! This restaurant operates with excellence! The ambience, the performance/show of the shush maker and server, the deliciousness, and freshness of the food. The atmosphere is a vibe! The prices were great. I love love love this place!

Visited a year ago

I’ve been meaning to do this review for awhile, I had a private event here in March for my birthday, I booked both Sugo and Shio for about 40 people. I had a DJ spinning as well. I loved my experienced working with Sharon and the chef with curating a special menu for my birthday. Every one of my guests had a blast and loved all the food. There was so much food and amazing drinks! Sharon is an amazing host with helping me host everyone and enjoying our time! The chefs were great too! I don’t have all the words to explain that I had an amazing birthday here and I’d recommend this place for events and simply just dining with friends or date night! Thank you to everyone at Sugo and Shio! Love you guys!

Visited a year ago

Sugo was a tasty sushi bar experience. The bar space has a dedicated room and a specific chef supporting all the patrons. Some of the appetizers (non-sushi) were less than stellar but the hand rolls were great. Would come back and try again for sure.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

The atmosphere and people are amazing, but the food is... bad. I'll update this review on why later on.

Visited a year ago

Came in as a walk in and we got seated right away. Clayton was inviting and such a big help with choosing hand rolls!

Visited a year ago

One of a kind sushi eating experience in the heart of Seattle. Sitting at the bar is a must. The chefs will take great care to make sure they serve you one roll at a time to maintain freshness while taking even greater care to create artful 2-3 bite hand rolls that explode with authentic Japanese flavors. It’s honestly so refreshing to have variety and flavor without resorting to cream cheeses and salsas on sushi.

Visited a year ago

Awesome spot with an intimate seating arrangement, exciting dishes, unique cocktails, and great service! Love the bubble martini and the salmon hand roll, and happy hour prices were great. :)

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Amazing place to chill. Friendly people. Service with a smole

Visited a year ago

Jonny at the sushi bar is the absolute best! We went with our two toddlers and four adults for my husbands birthday and the whole staff was so accommodating and kind and the food was, as always, out of this world! So delicious!

Visited a year ago

excellent service!!! they even gave us free rolls on the house to go and at the bar. super friendly and nice people. based on what I had I recommend the torched eel roll and the bluefin tuna otoro roll

Visited a year ago

Amazing, fresh fish. Great service. The space dance cocktail was soo good with the sake and lavender. + they were super nice to my guide dog, not just neutral, which is very much worth points in my book:)

Visited a year ago

The food was really good, and Jhony was super attentive and kind.
Happy hour is amazing!

Visited a year ago

Excellent vibes in this super friendly handroll sushi bar. Special shout out to Tyler for providing my fiancée and I with a wonderful experience.

Protip: the Wagyu, Uni, and Ikura handroll is amazing! Well worth the price 😋

Visited a year ago

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Visited a year ago

Stopped by for happy hour and it did not disappoint! Shrimp and salmon hand rolls are 🔥 and chef Johnny is 5⭐️

Visited a year ago

Amazing time, wonderful food, wonderful atmosphere.
Place felt like all the chefs and servers were good friends, and that warmth radiated to me.
I’m definitely going back again soon!

Visited a year ago

Our Experience:
Sushi Rolls: Decent flavor, but nothing extraordinary.
Lychee Martini: The star of the show! Refreshing and delightful.
Overall Impression: While the lychee martini impressed, the sushi rolls and hand rolled didn’t leave us raving. We likely won’t return.
Location: Close to Pike Market, but unfortunately, parking options are limited.
Note: Some homeless individuals are nearby, less than a block away.
In summary, Sugo Hand Roll Bar offers an intimate setting for sushi enthusiasts, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for us. If you’re craving a unique drink and sustainable seafood, give it a try, but manage your expectations for the rolls. 🍣🍸

Visited a year ago

The food is great, especially the seared salmon bowl.

Visited a year ago

Was looking for Somewhere nearby to where I was staying, and I have to say this place did not disappoint… At first, I wasn’t too sure but I was really pleased with the food and the service and they gave me some chopsticks to take home.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

We happened to walk into this restaurant while we were exploring the Pike Place Market area. The menu is concise and the prices are reasonable. We were fortunate to be seated when Chef Jane was on duty. She was exceptionally attentive, friendly, and skilled. The food tasted delicious, and I highly recommend this restaurant.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

The best place to get hand rolls in Seattle! Love the food a lot, ask for Johnny if you can. He’s very friendly and amazing to talk to! Serves generous portions!

Visited a year ago

Johnny was super awesome, happy hour rolls are great value.
The wagyu bakudan has an interesting mix of wagyu meat plus tendon that makes it different from others I’ve tried.

Visited a year ago

Yummy hand rolls and cocktails! Sit at the bar and hang with Johnny the chef!

Visited a year ago

Johnny fed us the best sushi I have had in a really long time. Service 10/10, eats 10/10, drinks 10/10. Full but had to finish every bite. I’m so grateful for them accommodating us when we weren’t sure if we could get a seat. Show up early!!! Or have a reservation, it is worth it

Visited a year ago

Place is top notch. Super fresh and amazing happy hour deals. Johnny absolutely crushes it and made the experience fantastic. Definitely get the salmon sashimi.

Visited a year ago

We had a fantastic experience. The tuna roll, spicy tuna dip with chips, crispy shrimp roll, crab croquette and miso shooter were all excellent. The food was fresh, enhanced beautifully and delightful. Clayton, our chef prepared a special dish for us to try which was also amazing. Service was friendly, timely and attentive. Great time!

Visited a year ago

Everything I had here was AMAZING! When I crave hand rolls I only think of this place now.

Visited a year ago

Omg the chef Johnny is the best guy ever, he made the food and the experience another level, also he spoke Spanish with us and was so fun I think people like him all the restaurants needs it for put another level the place. The girl manager impolite but the rest is perfect

Visited a year ago

Johnny made our first time experience memorable. He ensured our meals were made to perfection (even provided my boyfriend a complimentary eel hand roll)

Visited a year ago

Johnny and Tito provided an amazing experience for our friend’s birthday. The food was extremely fresh and service was super quick. Highly recommended!

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Visited a year ago

You should check this place out if you are in the area. Ask for Johnny if you go. He’s an amazing chef and a cool guy to talk to.

Visited a year ago

Food awesome, chef Johnny’s service was awesome too!

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Visited a year ago

2 words. Happy. Hour. Has to be the best happy hour deal in the city. Hand rolls, apps and drinks for cheap?! Can’t go wrong with that! The hand rolls were so good. Service is excellent. Make a reservation ahead of time so avoid wait time

Visited a year ago

Delicious handrolls and great atmosphere. Seafood is super fresh and nori is crisp. Highly recommend!

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Huge props to Chef Johnny! Experience with him specifically was amazing and the food was tasty. Our favorite was the seared king salmon sashimi and unagi hand roll. Unfortunately the waitress we had must have been having a terrible day or something bc her attitude was terrible. The hostess we first spoke with was very nice and upbeat, and another waitress seemed normal, but our main assigned waitress just seemed annoyed and pissed off, and was not attentive or very nice so we felt better talking to other waitress than our own. I hope it was just a bad day and not how she is all the time because she really brought the vibe down compared to the rest of the staff and experience.

Visited a year ago

We had the best experience at Sugo today! I went 2 days ago for the first time and had to come back because the happy hour deal was too hard to miss. This time though, the experience was even better!

They made the your sushi right in front of you if you’re seated in the sushi bar. We ordered spicy tuna, scallop, truffle avocado, and salmon hand rolls. The rolls tasted great and were filled with a LOT of the fillings (almost overflowing). Really generous portion and great deal!!

We also ordered wagyu sando. I love the meat, but find the sauce a bit overwhelming. I would reorder it but would request less sauce next time.

Overall, amazing food, but the service was even greater. Our chef, Johnny is so personable! He made the atmosphere really enjoyable and fun which is amazing for drinking and relaxing. He also made a special roll for us which tasted amazing ( looked so good so didn’t snap a pic lol)

Visited a year ago

The service is outstanding. Our server Johnny took care of us, asking what we like and customized one roll for us :)

If we can give a 6 star review, we will give 7 for Johnny. We came during happy hour, and we left very happy 😁

The rolls are filled to the brim and they only cost 4 dollars, no wonder the record is 35 rolls. The Wagyu sando is almost half the price, very recommended, we Will come back again for sure. Muy bueno!

Visited a year ago

Came while wandering pike place, saw it right outside the marketplace. Great place, friendly staff, hand rolled right in front of you. Happy hour had great prices. Lychee cocktail was a fun specialty with a smoke bubble! Very tasty and smooth. Sashimi and spicy tuna stole the show, but the pork tonkatsu with nori spiced fries and sesami ketchup, wagyu baku don, and bay scallop hand roll was really good too.

Visited a year ago

Very underhwhelming sushi bar. I brought my sister here because she was visiting me and wanted to impress her with a nice sushi place. First we had to wait to be seated 10~15min even though we had made a reservation. This was a small inconvenience but while waiting I could see the kitchen there was a girl with very long hair in normal clothes making some of the food and it was alarming to see her hair not tied and to be that long and casually making the expensive food. Then later we got seated at the sushi bar and their website was no accurate to tell us that happy hour was no longer served which was the whole point why we went early and made the reservation at that time, but again minor inconvenience at this point. Food wise the salmon was just horrible. It had so much fat and it just reminded salmon from salmon farms where they grow up basically eating their own feces. They have very fancy cocktails that are very expensive. Overall the food was so underwhelming. Our food came out really late and they ended up giving a free tuna dish because they messed up our order. Overall I think Sugo Hand Roll fronts as a fancy luxury sushi bar, but I will never be going back again. It's not that it was horrible it was just not worth a 50$ per person sushi experience.

And they do not validate parking.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

excellent lunch bento boxes with huge portions. i was so full but satisfied by this meal! it definitely gets busy, even on weekdays.
that being said, service can be slow, esp. getting the check. the servers don't seem to be checking in on the diners much.

Visited a year ago

Save your money for a great dinner at Momiji SLU or Nori Sushi in Eastlake! The place serves pretty good Sushi but we have been really disappointed with their service and complete lack of empathy for their customers.

We show up on Friday evening at 8:40 pm based on the expected ETA shown on Yelp waitlist. We are told that we were texted at 8:15 pm itself to inform us that our seats were ready [We didn't receive any such message] The hostess proceeds to tell us that their last seating is 8:30 pm and they cannot accommodate us at that time. This seemed like a genuine mixup so we let it go and proceed to another restaurant in the area.

On Monday, we feel like Sushi again. This time we rush to get there before 8:30 and show up around 8:23 pm. Now, we are told that their last seating is always 8:15 pm and they cannot seat us. Does the last seating change based on the mood of the restaurant crew? Define a SLA and stick to it!! I have heard the last seating be 30 mins before the closing time but 45 mins just seems to be something the hostess made on the spot. Do yourself a favor and don't give them business that they don't want anyway.

Visited a year ago

Best sushi hand roll place in Seattle! My partner and I came here for our 6 year anniversary and we were blown away with the food and the atmosphere. Johnny was our chef for the night and he was very attentive and gave us a suggestion of adding yuzu sauce to the uni caviar, which was SO GOOD. I highly recommend this place if you're in the Pike Place Market area. Johnny, thank you for the evening!

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

I came to seattle for a weekend trip and decided to go into sugo not knowing what it would be like but confidently I can say it is the best handroll place ive ever tried
The vibe, food and servers were great especially jonnie who is a chef at sugo. He made our trip ten times better by making conversation and he made my day. Over all the food was incredible and the people there are amazing. Definitely recommend

Visited a year ago

Sugo is my favorite hand roll spot in Seattle. The food is delicious with super warm and friendly staff. They recently added bento lunch special and it's great. I've been a few times and will definitely come back soon.

Visited a year ago

WOW!🥰 We came in to celebrate my best friend’s engagement and the service, food, and vibe were incredible. Our server was SO friendly and sweet, and this place truly made the occasion so special. We loved the sake shooters, spicy tuna dip, wagyu beef app, and every single one of the rolls — especially the scallops and crab rolls.🤤 This was our first meal for our little Seattle trip and it did NOT disappoint! Cannot recommend this place enough. Thank you for making this day so memorable!😭🫶🏻

Visited a year ago

Coming from Vancouver, I’ve heard good things about sushi in Seattle, and Sugo Hand Roll Bar was the first place we came across while we were walking around the area. Right away, the customer service was exceptional! Mel, our server, gave us compressed towel tablets and answered any questions we had about the menu. We ended up ordering the 5 Hand Roll Set, the 4 Hand Roll Set, and the Space Dance cocktail. We were worried that our cards wouldn’t work in case we didn’t have enough cash, but the staff was very helpful/patient, and it turns out we were able to pay with our Mastercard!

The chef was also very friendly and we really enjoyed the food—the king salmon and spicy bay scallop hand roll were my favourites. The wasabi was also fresh. If I were to come back, I’d get the 5 Hand Roll Set again. It was filling and I enjoyed all the flavours (king salmon, spicy bay scallop, spicy tuna, snow crab, torched eel). At the end of our meal, we received a surprise from the chef and it really made our day!

Another surprise was the candy that comes with the bill. Usually, they’re hard milk candy or guava candy, but we were given Japanese gummy candy with mango, strawberry, and lychee flavours. They are seriously good and I am considering buying a bag if I ever see it in store!

I am very glad to have come across this hand roll bar :)

Visited a year ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Sugo Hand Roll Bar, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I walked in, I was captivated by the unique atmosphere. The layout of the restaurant, with everyone seated around the bar overlooking the kitchen where the hand rolls are expertly prepared, created an engaging and interactive dining environment.

One of the highlights of my visit was being able to watch and chat with the person preparing my food. It added a personal touch to the dining experience that you don't often find elsewhere. The staff, including Tyler, Tito, Nora, and Emi, were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout my meal. Despite dining alone, I never felt lonely thanks to their warm hospitality.

Now, let's talk about the food.Not only did the rolls taste amazing, but they were also beautifully presented, earning a solid 5/5 in both taste and appearance.

I'll definitely be back for more of those delicious hand rolls!

Visited a year ago

My partner took me here for my birthday along with 8 other friends and it was a wonderful experience! They did such an amazing job at making me feel special with a complimentary hamachi roll (my fav fish) and a birthday card ready for me at my seat. The service was quick and attentive. The food was AMAZING. The king salmon melted in my mouth. The snow crab hand roll was very flavorful. Their cocktails were a fan favorite amongst all of us. Highly recommend coming here for a special occasion or even just a good dinner. Thank you to all the staff!

Visited a year ago

We flew into Seattle for the weekend and tried this on our last day and regretted it so much. I wish we would’ve gone sooner so we could eat there a second time. This is the coolest concept ever! Tito was awesome.

Visited a year ago

Great place. Amazing service and food!Went here for dinner and to catch up with friends! I loved their truffle avocado handroll and crispy shrimp roll . We also tried the salmon and poke rolls. They were delicious. The Lychee Martini is perfect, and the way they serve it looks so cool.
Service was amazing, the best I've experienced in Seattle. Thanks to Tyler, Tito, Yana, Nora, and Emi, you are an amazing team. You made this dinner so special. Will visit again.

Visited a year ago

Beautiful (and tasty) sushi rolls.

Visited a year ago

Dishes from the kitchen - souo, came after my first hand roll. Hand tools were bland, nothing special.

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