Kotobuki

This is my favorite Japanese restaurant near my home, and I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been here. It’s always bustling with customers — a clear sign of how much people love this place. The servers are warm and friendly, and the dishes are fresh and delicious. Though it’s tucked away in an unremarkable corner, its popularity proves that good things never go unnoticed — guests just keep coming.

Kotobuki Roslyn has the kind of peaceful, relaxed vibe that makes you feel like you’re dining in your own cozy backyard—only better, because you’re being served fresh, high-quality food you are enjoy. The outdoor seating is quiet, perfect for unwinding. The service is friendly and attentive without ever feeling pushy. The sushi is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently excellent. This has become one of my go-to spots when I want a calm, satisfying meal without the hassle. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great sushi in a laid-back setting.

Updated: on Sept 13,2025 visited restaurant again because the last time I enjoyed dining at restaurant. To my surprise it was the worse experience I had. I invited a number of friends and my son to eat because the last time really enjoyed with our server Hanna. When we arrived and sat down, the waiter took our order and server named Hong L, demeanor was very rude during our eating, that my guests were very upset. We had order drinks and it took over 10 minutes because he was attending another customer at another table who came after us. We order appetizers prior to the other customers who came after us too, and they came late as well too. I even asked for extra napkins and he never brought over, the petite young lady from the register brought for us the napkins as we were eating right aw

Nice spot, nice ambiance, music was appropriate. Nonetheless, the restaurant temperature was a little too cold, and my wife and I felt it. Friendly staff, and although it is a busy spot, it doesn't feel like crowed or tight. Extra points because of the patience of the waiters to the point that you don't even feel pressure or rushed. Food could have been a little better and warmer on the cooked rolls. Seafood was tasty and fresh. Will definitely check it out again.

Okay so this places ambience is really cute and it's good for like a quick last minute dinner. The sashimi we got was super fresh. The sushi pizza was too like Americanized for me i thought it would be more like Tokus sushi pizza but it's kind of a random mix of imitation crab, some other fish on this chewy rice bed. Moreover Personally, i HATE the fact there are no reservations. I came in here once trying to get dinner and it was a mad house, there was a line out the door, phones ringing off the hook, three DoorDash drivers standing by the desk waiting for a hostess. The hostesses were running around. It just doesn't seem efficient for a place that is so popular. Overall 3.5/5