SanKai

4.9

843 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

Mar 10, 2025

7:00 PM

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Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Healthy

Sushi master Ryuichi Nakano casts a wide net at SanKai, drawing longtime fans and welcoming newcomers to his intimate new sushi restaurant in the heart of downtown Edmonds. Enjoy our cozy dining room, omakase sushi bar, or heated outside dining in our domes.

Please note we are a small restaurant and children (babies) need to me accounted for in your reservation if you need seating/highchair. Stroller space is limited and may not always be accommodated.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Tempura
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(425) 955-8789
Website
http://www.sankaisushi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ryuichi Nakano
Catering
Please contact us at eat@sankaisushi.com for more information on catering!
Private party facilities
Please contact us at eat@sankaisushi.com for more information on private events!

Location
111 4th Ave. N., Edmonds, WA 98020
Neighborhood
Edmonds
Cross street
Main Street
Parking details
Free Street Parking and extended evening parking available in local Bank Lots.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sushi Bar
Multiple dates available
At the sushi bar you will have the opportunity to enjoy an open-ended omakase experience. Our expert chefs will guide you through an incredible meal based on your preferences. A la carte dining and pre-set omakase are also available at the sushi bar. *Please note, we have an intimate dining room with limited seating and kindly ask that you respect the following time limits: 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of up to two; 2 hours for parties of three or more.
Standard Indoor Table
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a la carte dining or preset omakase at one of our comfortable indoor tables. *Please note, we have an intimate dining room with limited seating and kindly ask that you respect the following time limits: 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of up to two; 2 hours for parties of three or more.
Heated Outdoor Dome
Multiple dates available
Enjoy dining in our heated outdoor domes. Each dome is heated, fully covered and comfortably seats up to five people. Please note, no pets are allowed in the domes. *Please note, we have an intimate dining room with limited seating and kindly ask that you respect the following time limits: 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of up to two; 2 hours for parties of three or more. **Although our domes our heated in the wintertime, it can still get chilly when temperatures drop! Feel free to bring a jacket or blanket to help keep you warm and cozy.

What 843 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Seattle / Eastern Washington
Japanese
North of Seattle
Best Overall
North of Seattle
Best Food
North of Seattle
Best Service
North of Seattle
Best Ambiance
North of Seattle
Best Value
North of Seattle
Kid-friendly
North of Seattle
Healthy
North of Seattle
Neighborhood gem
North of Seattle
Great for outdoor dining
North of Seattle
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

SanKai delights with its exceptional sushi and sashimi, described as "so fresh" and "outstanding." The intimate setting includes unique outdoor domes, offering a "private and pleasant" experience. Service is consistently "friendly and attentive," enhancing the dining atmosphere. With a "diverse menu" and creative dishes, SanKai is a must-visit in Edmonds.

843 Reviews

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Barbara
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We eat here regularly, and the food and service are always outstanding. The food is not only delicious, but also beautifully presented. Even people who don’t normally take pictures of their food will be tempted to do so here. Our server made the experience even more special. She was friendly and attentive and kind. we will return soon.
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Robert
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Super service. Nice location. Sushi master Nakano is both brilliant and friendly.
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Stacy
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a lovely experience! Our server was knowledgeable and pointed out many things we didn't notice, some of which ended up being our favorite choices if the night! We arrived about ten minutes early and she happily offered us the happy hour menu to get things started though it was about to end in 10 minutes. We appreciated that effort. We had the fun experience of being in one of the pods which was warm and a great date night set up. We tried all of our personal favorites and then variations of the same fish from different countries. What a cool opportunity! Thanks San-Kai! We'll be back for sure!
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JohnH
VIP
Seattle
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and Yoko (server) were excellent. Definite go to sushi in PNW.
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Mary
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was tasty and prepared fresh. Service was great. Very small space but clean and nice. Good value.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked an outside “bubble”. It was great. There was a little heater and a Sonos speaker with quiet music. We were able to visit and enjoy a wonderful food and wine for a relaxed evening. Emily was the best server! She was attentive, helpful, and made sure we had our “bubble” for the whole evening as we were celebrating some birthdays. We even got birthday mochi! Delicious!
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Cara
Seattle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have gotten food to go from SanKai before, but hadn't actually eaten there so it was nice to get to experience it all! We ate in one of the domes, which was really cool (although they do need a cleaning on the outside and had a slight musty smell at first, but we weren't bothered). It was warm enough and the service was excellent even though we were so separate from the restaurant. The food was so great as usual, and we really enjoyed the drinks as well. We loved the whole experience and will be back again to eat in person!
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Mark
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had to blink my eyes while in Edmonds to remind myself I wasn't in Japan. If you like mayo all over your "California roll," don't go here. But if you love incredible sushi, get your a$$ here asap. It's so great.
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Bruce
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our personal sushi chef was knowledgeable, skilled and provided me with the best omakase I've had. My wife had a variety of dishes, all of which she raved about. Will return again and again.
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Crosby
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
James was an amazing chef. Can't say enough about him amazing job.
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SanKai is rated 4.9 stars by 843 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 10, 2025

7:00 PM

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Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

111 4th Ave. N., Edmonds, WA 98020

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street
Neighborhood
Edmonds
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Tempura
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free Street Parking and extended evening parking available in local Bank Lots.
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryuichi Nakano
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sankaisushi.com/
Phone number
(425) 955-8789
Catering
Please contact us at eat@sankaisushi.com for more information on catering!
Private party facilities
Please contact us at eat@sankaisushi.com for more information on private events!

SanKai

Make a reservation

Select a time

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

Sushi Bar

Standard Indoor Table

Heated Outdoor Dome

Menu

What 843 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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