Yoko's Japanese Restaurant & Sushi in Portland is a small, unassuming restaurant that serves some of the most delicious and fresh sushi I've ever had. The restaurant is located in a quiet neighborhood, and it has a cozy, intimate atmosphere. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they are always happy to make recommendations.
I've tried a variety of dishes at Yoko's, and I've never been disappointed. My favorites include the Takas Tuna, Salmon Nigiri, and the Creamy Scallops. I also recommend the Apple Yeast sake, which is a perfect pairing for the sushi.
✨Best (shhhhhhhh) IYKYK kept, tiny sushi spot in all of PDX
✨Arrive before 5pm or you’ll be waiting until 7pm (no resys available)
✨Salmon chili roll, takas tuna, poke roll, shishito leaf special, baked muscles….omg! rainbow roll, and any/all nigiri is off the charts fresh
✨Run…don’t walk!
(PSA: They go to Japan each Summer/July or Aug for 2 weeks, and are fully closed down then.)
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Yoko's has been a neighborhood institution for years. The food quality is absolutely fantastic, and it has the vibe of a very busy, hopping joint. It's cozy, crowded, and bustling. The sake selection is wonderful and reasonably priced, and the fish is well portioned and high quality. Unfortunately, of late the service has decreased in quality. We dined as a party of three on a fairly busy Friday night at 8PM, where there seemed to be only one, or possibly two servers working. That is really not sufficient for a place of this capacity. When our food arrived, or shall I say "landed", the server half slammed/slid the giant plate loudly across our completely crowded table nearly knocking our drinks over. He did this again when our second plates arrived. There was no description or introduction of the items ordered. There also seemed to be some sort of altercation between the same server and some people seated at the sushi bar. Lots of fist bumping seemed to awkwardly smooth things over.
Bottom line: I will be back for the food and sake, but probably on a Wednesday.
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Yoko's has been a long standing Portland Sushi restaurant with a reputation of quality sushi at a fair price. It is one of my friend's favorite sushi spots in town and it just might be yours soon too.
The restaurant is nestled in a vibrant SE Portland neighborhood close to Reed College, my Alma Mater. Parking can be found on the side streets in the local neighborhood or if you're lucky right in front on the street. Just note, there is no take out and it is a first come first serve restaurant. I recommend getting there early else you'll be on the wait list for the table to turn over.
The shop itself is fairly small. There is the landmark aquarium at the entrance, it's been there since I first went here 20 yrs ago, with a few seats for those waiting their turn. Yoko herself is usually found working behind the sushi counter so grab a seat there if you want a special experience. Her take on sushi is a fusion of traditional and PDX ingenuity.
The food here is fresh and absolutely delicious. I usually go for the Chirashi bowl but there are many other great special sushi rolls and items that are worth trying. Make sure to check out the Specials board at the entrance to see what's in season. You'll not be disappointed.
Overall prices here are fair and service is good. If you are ever on the lookout for trying a new sushi place make sure to stop in and try Yoko's.
I love everything about Yoko’s. The branding is adorable, but the sushi… well the sushi makes the 30 minute drive from St John’s worth it.
Photos of nothing really because I don’t have time for pictures when I’m here.
*if you haven’t been here, there are no reservations. It’s a small spot. So get your name on the list and enjoy a beer next door ( C Bar) while you wait for your table.
Best sushi bar hands down. I've been coming here for 14 years and the food is second to none. Takas Tuna is a must and Konamis Treasure was mouth watering. Thank you.
Yoko’s is our favorite place for sushi. It will be a top 10 places we miss if we ever move from portland. Taka’s tuna is a must! Poki’s roll, yellow tail sashimi, seared tuna sashimi, kanami’s treasure, salmon nigiri, creamy scallops, unagi nigiri and miso soup.
Best sushi in Portland I’ve had so far! Very nice staff and love the small establishment vibe. Gotta say, the sushi restaurants with a fish tank is usually good and this place didn’t disappoint!
This is *not* a place I would recommend if you have evening plans or if you have a time constraint. Went to try this restuarant alone and it still took me in the ballpark of 2 hrs (1 hr wait to get sat and 1 hour of mostly being ignored, trying to pay so I could leave). The service was… not great.
However, if good food is what you’re looking for this place hits the spot. High quality ingredients and of the three items I tried I had no complaints with any of them. Worth checking out for sure.
Yoko's is my favorite Sushi place in Portland, hands down. It's been a staple for almost three-and-a-half decades! Family friendly, and authentic! ♥️
Super good sushi! It’s kind of hard to get seats here usually and it can feel pretty cramped once you are seated especially if it’s more than 2 people in you’re group. I’d still say it’s worth it but I don’t think everyone will.
Small space, but play some pinball and have a beer next door while you wait. If Yoko herself is there you are in for a real treat as the food and fish are excellent. Good value and friendly staff albeit a bit under trained. Still a favorite place for us regardless!
Great place! Be prepared for a long wait on Fridays though. You can sign up for a waitlist and get a text when your table is ready though. Lots of bars nearby to hang while you wait!
Most under rated sushi restaurant in Portland, I always get fresh fish and great service here. I recommend the Tempura Halibut and a Poke bowl. Throw in some Momokawa sake and you're set!
P.S. love the art in the bathroom.
I've been a fan of yokos since early 00s, it never disappoints! Save some room for the tempura ice cream 😉
Always a pleasure coming here the past 4 years. Always great date night! Try thier grilled eel roll! Always amazing. Huge apps to share. Always arrive early. This is not a huge space. Fyi! Worth the wait.
Tldr I recommend, but expect a wait.$$ or $$$ for price.
Maybe it's cause more recently my bar has been lowered for what good sushi is. But this was the best tasting sushi Ive had for years.
5 stars
The cons. Longer than what I expected wait time. I don't put blame anywhere with this but, i expected 25-30 minutes when it was actually 50-1hr. They suggest getting a drink at one of the bars next door. But I don't drink that much and wanted sake.
The waiters are busy, so getting to you seemed slow after you already got served initially. But they were good when you got their attention and talked to them.
Hole in the wall feel. Which imo serves the best food usually. Medium space between tables. Neat decor.
Always amazing 👏 well worth the wait!
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