Ann's Restaurant

So, I was waiting for Alex to finish his workout at the gym the other day. I had already put in an hour, and there was no way I was going to spend another working out. So, I wandered around Ballard trying to figure out what to do with myself. I thought it might be fun to try out Anne's Teriyaki. I've gone by a few times, and been curious. What a mistake. I mean, I can see why people go. It is a good deal--I got dinner and a soda for under 8 bucks. But what are they eating? Probably not the teriyaki. Placed on a bed of rice, next to some sour cabbage, the teriyaki oozed sweetness. Overwhelming sweetness. If I wanted sugar, I would have eaten candy. But, I do see people going in and out. So perhaps they are better for other dishes. more

I get the #60 every time. Sweet and sour tofu with huge chunks of green peppers, onions, pineapple, and green onions. Every meal comes with tea and you'll be hard pressed to find this place empty. There are plenty of menu options (I think more than 70) and the food is prepared pretty quickly (perfect for a time crunch lunch). Most everything is around $5 a plate and the portions are fairly large. Don't write this place off as "just another teriyaki joint". It's one of those yummy hole-in-the-wall mom&pop joints you'll be visiting more than once. more