Gourmet Teriyaki — Restaurant in Mercer Island

A Teriyaki Gem in Culinary Excellence

Rating: ★★★★★

I recently had the pleasure of dining at the Gourmet Teriyaki, and I must say, it was a truly exceptional experience. From the moment I stepped through the door, I was greeted by the delightful aroma of sizzling teriyaki that set the stage for an unforgettable meal. The atmosphere was cozy yet retro back in 90's where my parents used to took me for dinner in Japan. perfect for both take out dinners and casual gatherings.

Now, onto the star of the show—the food. The teriyaki dishes were nothing short of perfection. I ordered spicy teriyaki, regular teriyaki, bbq pork and egg roll and pot stickers. The meat was tender and succulent, coated in a luscious teriyaki glaze that struck the ideal balance between sweet and savory. The side dishes, from the egg rolls to the gyoza, were equally impressive, showcasing the chef's commitment to quality and authenticity. Portions are generous and it's more than enough for the whole family.

Some people complained about the front desk person taking orders. I agree that he was not the warmest cahier but was not rude at all. He just says whatever to himself a lot. One of the workers apologized said he never messes up the order and he is a really sweet guy, he doesn't mean any harm.

Whether you're a teriyaki aficionado or new to the cuisine, this restaurant has something to offer everyone. It's clear that the chefs take pride in their craft, and it shines through in every dish. I cannot recommend Teriyaki Restaurant highly enough. It's a true gem in the world of...

My girlfriend and I love this place. I am from Montana, but she was raised here (in Bellevue, not in Mercer Island). When she first told me about this place and we went there to eat, I absolutely loved it. We have gone on now our third vacation here for three different years, and this was the #1 food I was looking forward to this time. Their food is so good: I'm not a huge fan of rice, but their rice is amazing, and their chicken teriyaki is flavorful, tender, fresh, and goes very well with the rice and the side salad they have with it. Fortunately for me, I have always been greeted by a sweet lady. My girlfriend said she once had to deal with the rude gentleman that many have mentioned in their reviews, and while she said he wasn't rude, she did mentioned that he was short, and he didn't make eye contact.

I love this place. The old lady is one of the kindest I've met, their atmosphere is small, but well kept and in a nice location, and THEIR FOOD!! Soooooooooooooooooooo good.

Google, how do I give them more than 5 stars...

I am prompted to write this review based on my recent interaction with the gentleman who works at front whom many others have complained about. He is terrible, but I still got take-out here on occasion because the food is relatively good. But I will not be back ever again. I called and placed an order for take-out and asked for a different combo than what was listed. When I came to pick it up, the young man charged me twice the regular price for one entree. I asked why and he said because I had asked for something special. When I told him I was unaware it would be this much more, he asked me why I wanted to waste their food. After a circular debate about the price he literally yelled at me at said "You are awful; leave and never come back." It was by the far the worst customer service experience I have ever had. I will be following up...