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13206 Bothell-Everett Hwy, Ste 402
Mill Creek, WA 98012
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Sushi Zen in Mill Creek is a two star Japanese restaurant. It's known for its sushi. It's been awarded the Best of Sushi award. This restaurant is very affordable.
The fish is first-rate and traditional. From Toro, Fresh Sea Urchin in the Shell, Spanish Mackerel to Monkfish Liver, there are few other places in the city where you can find the sheer variety of fish that Sushi Zen offers. Also, a customer can enjoy 40 different kinds of creative rolls, such as Salmon Lemon Roll, Crouching Tuna Hidden Shrimp Roll, Baked Seafood over California roll, Stuffed Tomato along with well-known rolls like the Las Vegas Roll and the Spider Roll. Besides offering some of the best sushi, Sushi Zen also features a selection of tasty and filling tempura dishes, original salads, mouthwatering hors d'oeuvres, delicious soups and a range of traditional main dishes, including Sukiyaki, Katsu-Don, Saba Shio.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Im happy to say I love this place more than Kisaku. The waiters are very nice, it is the best sushi I have ever had,very relaxed atmosphere...the food was so much better than #1 ranked Kisaku....and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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I discovered Sushi Zen in early 2008 and it has been my favorite ever since. Most sushi places are so similar, I didn't realize that even something as basic as maguro could be so much better! At lunch you get...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went on Halloween - the staff was all dressed up. Not a lot of people were there, probably out drinking it up in bars. The vibe was laidback and our server was very nice. My friend and I ordered a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best sushi places in Puget Sound! We love taking our family there, as the wait staff are really friendly. Fish is always fresh and the sushi rice is NEVER soggy! The quality of food is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Aside from the fact that it's not such a big space, I love the ambience and setting of the restaurant. Not to mention the service is great, they're all really friendly. It's a lower class version of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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The price is right on the sushi and the atmosphere is very friendly. The staff is very nice and the location is great! It's next to Block Buster and Safeway. Try them out it's delicious.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sushi is good but not the world's best..the feng shui and art design of the place is really inviting.. including the big flat screen tv on the back.everytime i've gone there with family or dates they...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I did read these reviews today before going to dinner here tonight. I'm not sure if folks went here on a bad night or when they were in a hurry, but I was pleasantly surprised and happy with the crew...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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I have gone to Sushi zen for three times in the last two weeks. The service is great and the food came fast. The best hotpot chirashi I have ever had. The stuffed pumpkin is also the best here. Really...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just okay...It started off nicely as we were seated promptly and served our beverage and complimentary edamame. We order three items off the menu and in a normal amount of time, they arrived. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Reviews were great, sort of tuck away across SafewayService = Decent, Ambiance = Plasma had a game going, my badFood = Fried oyster was a big disappointment, sashimi definitely wasn't impressive....
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OH. MY. GAWD. Who would have thought the absolute best sushi in the greater Seattle area would be in a Safeway strip mall in Mill Creek!?! No Kidding, this place is off the charts fresh. If I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Found this place through an Entertainment book coupon. Service is good/friendly and the restaurant is clean and tastefully decorated.They first brought out a bowl of edamame and small dishes of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another one of my son's favorite restaurants... and one of mine. We love this place. This was my son's choice for his birthday dinner. It was originally recommended to us when we were scouting out a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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It was my first trip to Sushi Zen from a recommendation from a co-worker. It was Monday night and the place was busy. There were a lot of japanese people so that is always a good sign. We were promptly seated...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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I was there friday night, 3/21/08 at around 8:30pm with my wife for dinner. We sat at the sushi bar and were IGNORED by both the waiters/waitress and the sushi chef. After about 20 minutes, I finally flagged a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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I happen to visit this place with my family. I saw the reviews and thought it would be great, but I was really disappointed. I have gone to many places, and this was a true let down. The dragon roll was no...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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I am thrilled to have found Sushi Zen in Mill Creek. The sushi is wonderful and fresh, and they have so many creative rolls that it's hard to choose. The menu is extensive - great food for non sushi eaters as...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good quality fish, a warm atmosphere, very attractive presentation and prompt and consistent service made my experience deserving of a repeat. I like elaborate rolls and plenty of nigiri, so i dropped...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I found out we were moving up north, my first thought was "but what about the restaurants?!" I, too, thought that to live in Snoho would mean giving up quick and tasty access to fun food. We've...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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I am a fanatic about sushi. Sushi Zen has blown me away. The sushi is fresh and food is very tasty. It's hard to get good service lately, but the staff at Sushi Zen is fabulous. They took the time to explain...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have to give Sushi Zen 5 stars - it's my first time reviewing it and it's been my favorite for years! And every time I take a friend there, they're very impressed.Besides traditional sushi...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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This is my favorite spot, and it is just minutes from my home. I come here weekly and the quality and price is always outstanding; btw I am a very picky sushi gal. They have become extremely busy on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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Right in the middle of suburbandom minimallness is a surprisingly nice little place to take in some top-notch fish. Very fresh and, besides the traditional items, there's always mreo than a few inventive items...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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This is a MUST for sushi lovers. Great food, service and location. This is my first review...that's how much I love it!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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This place is the best! The sushi is great - from the traditional rolls to the inovative sushi zen original rolls, you're gonna find something you like. Don't feel like sushi? They have a full menu with cooked...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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Sushi Zen has a romantic atmosphere, so I recommend it for couples out on a date.The staff is also quite friendly.Sitting at the counter to get a good look at how the sushi is made by the chefs can be an...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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No more going to Seattle for great sushi, we now can stay in our neighborhood and still have excellent sushi. With the great selection of rolls it is hard to decide on which ones to order. We have not found...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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This is the place you want to eat everyday!! Taste is fantastic, chef/server are friendly! They make specials for your need even it is not on the menue. You feel you are special. They treat you special....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sushi Zen is my favorite place to have lunch in the North End. I was nervous taking a job in Bothell, because of my perceived lack of good ethnic restaurants up here, but have thus far been...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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it mite be a little overrated.sushi is just alright. quality of fish is just alright.nothing too special about it (unfortunatelY)i did hear a lot of praise about it though.they might need to redo the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friends never believe me when I tell them I have good sushi at my doorstep. I hear "but Everett?". It's great to take them and show them that yes it's really good and fresh. The best day is after...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2007
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I thought the sushi was good. I had the pumpkin roll, which i thought was ok. It was too mayonnaisey for my tatse. i had some sashimi which was good.But, I think the Wasabi Factory in Everett, near the Boeing...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very good place for sushi. The other dishes I have tried are also very good. They have a "Mill Creek Roll" which is fun, and they have nice and big, fresh cuts that you can experience...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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The first time I ate here, I wrote a glowing review. I retract it! The second time, the food was mediocre-soggy tempura, etc.. The third time, after waiting 45 minutes for a simple order of three sushi rolls...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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i have been coming to sushi zen through three owners now. the service is always wonderful. and, while the fish portions vary depending on the owners, i feel the product is pretty solid. i usually come here for...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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I was so glad to discover Sushi Zen Mill Creek last year when I moved to the area, I keep going back. The sushi is fabulous, the rolls are creative and delicious. From the innovative rolls, I always order...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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I only came here because i saw that it was on Best of Seattle top 10 and it's relatively close (6 miles) from my work. I was quite dissapointed in the food. The fish didn't taste fresh at all, I'm not sure if...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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I would definately recommend for lunch. They have very reasonable prices on their luch menu, and great tasting food. I usually get one of the bento boxes with a choice of sushi and tempura.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good sushi in Mill Creek? Yup, it's true! I used to live around the corner, and Zen was a favorite, especially when they used to have their happy hour special. There's nothing too crazy here, but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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We went on a friday night around 7:30 and were easily able to park and get a spot at the sushi bar. The chefs were friendly as was our server who was also initially attentive. We informed our waiter that we...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2006
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Sushi Zen's a hot spot with a great variety of rolls. Try the Mill Creek roll! That's my favorite. The restaurant is very CLEAN, which is important (to me)... and the staff are quite friendly. I always enjoy a...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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I was so sad when Yama San in Canyon Park closed its doors. We've been looking for something nearby ever since.We visited Sushi Zen this weekend. It is in the same parking lot as Safeway in Mill Creek, at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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This place is great! The sushi is fabulous - try any of the Sushi Zen Original rolls, you won't be disappointed - my favorite is the Crouching Tuna Hidden Shrimp roll. If you prefer something other than sushi,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2006
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A co-worker recommended this place to me, so I went there the other night with some friends... and the food was soO good. I'm very picky about my sushi and dont like when it smells funky, but at Sushi Zen, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2006
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They have a wide variety of rolls I've never seen anywhere else. And Boy they're YUMMY. I'm so glad my neighbor recommended me to Sushi Zen. I will definitely be back.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2006
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I recently had dinner at Sushi Zen on Valentines Day. Of course, it was busy because of the holiday. But the food was fabulous and the service was great. I love this place because of the coziness of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/06/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They deserve 5 stars for their service. The sushi itself is decent but not as good as everyone suggests, but then again, we did not try any of their house specials. The decor is nice for a strip...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2006
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We were told to stop by Sushi Zen. So we gathered a group of 8 people and headed out. We waited about 15 minutes for a table. Not too bad. We ordered sushi and rolls. The crouching tuna hidden shrimp roll was...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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If I don't want to leave my snohomish county address or simply don't feel like driving 20 minutes for good sushi, I come here. It's very close to my house and as a lover of sushi I appreciate that they're...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2006
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We dont even live in the area any more, but when we come to visit, we always have dinner here. Their sushi is always fresh and melts in your mouth. They have a wonderful friendly and accommodating staff with a...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2005
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This place has amazing sushi, and I'm a very picky person when it comes to sushi. The quality of the fish is second to none. Everything I ordered tasted heavenly. If you want a real sushi experience as far as...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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I've always had problems deciding which restaurant to go since I've been in WA last july. After tonight, there's one place that will pop up in my head everytime. I shall enjoy eating there with my family.The...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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So fresh and the presentation is amazing. I can't wait to go back. That seabass kasuzuke just melted in my mouth.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/08/2005
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You have convinced me to come again. I am now an official regular customer. I love your sushi and your location. Your lunch bento is a steal. See you tomorrow
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2005
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Great changes to the restaurant. New Decor and Plasma TV to watch the game. Best Sushi in town to boot. No need to drive downtown.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2004
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Best sushi in the Bothell Mill Creek Area. Dazzling presentation and fresh sushi. Had to wait a little bit because it was packed to get a table but service and the food quality made up for the wait. I can't...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2004
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Unique Menu, sushi was incredible. I love all the changes to the restaurant
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2004
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I've always loved Sushi Zen since day one. But now with a new Japanese owner, I love it more... Kimiko, the owner has made some huge changes starting with the menu and staff. I was amazed with the menu and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2004
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I know what good sushi is, and this is up to par. I thought I would have to drive South to get GOOD sushi, but alas...it's in my back yard! Service at times is a little slow at the tables, but if you sit at...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2003
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Been here a few times. Service is always good, and the food, too. Nothing spectacular, but reliable.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2003
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Have been to Zen about 15 times in the last 3 month. Very good sushi for the north end. ALways very fresh and service is usually good.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/21/2003
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This was the best sushi I have ever had. I was travelling on business to Everett with my wife when we found the restaurant on the phone directory. We were in the area 10 days and we ended up having dinner...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2002
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really good sushi...
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