When I pulled into the parking lot, somehow I felt we were going to be pleased with Shun. The menu outside indicated we wouldn't have to take out a second mortgage to pay the bill...like so many other sushi houses in Seattle. The dining area is roomy--not overly compacted. Decor falls into modern appointments that aren't over-done or gaudy. Immediately, my family and I were greeted by a friendly hostess and seated at a table located on a piece of floor real estate that gave us ample breathing room from the next party. The menu was ecletic enough to please any appetite for authentic Japanese fare. Sushi sets appeared larger in the picture on the menu than what arrived... in less than eight minutes. Wow! An improvement from Shun's autumn reviews. Still, the quality of the fish and veggies satisfied both appetite and expectations. Kids loved the Seattle roll. While my wife and kids endulged themselves...repeatedly referring to the menu for delectible add-ons, the tab was surprisely palatable for the average family's dine-out budget. Reasonable prices and delightful environment. Thumbs up for friendly waitstaff and jovial chefs who worked efficiently from their corner under the Chinese character denoting "Shun" as the best of the fresh harvest. This place is a comer...not yet established as a power house such as Toyoda. Yet it beats the limited fare and bloated pricing you're likely to find at other upscale competitors in Seattle.
Pros: Ambience, friendly, parking, food
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