Murata - Portland

While the prices might not be the lowest, as the Portland couple next to me mentioned while celebrating a birthday, I found it much cheaper compared to similar quality sushi in my hometown. Plus, the quality definitely justified the price. Lastly, the wait staff was very attentive. The restaurant isn’t large, so I would recommend making a reservation, but I was fortunate to secure a seat as a walk-in.

This is our favorite restaurant for sushi and sashimi.

This is among the best dining experiences I’ve ever had, if not the absolute best. It's comparable to Sushi Ota in San Diego. If you appreciate traditional Japanese cuisine, this is the place to go—no overpowering sauces here. I walked in to find every table and bar seat reserved, but they graciously found a spot for me. The service was outstanding. I can’t wait to return with my wife! Thank you!

I will definitely return! While I wasn't a fan of the fatty tuna, the other dishes we chose were absolutely delicious! I had the eel, which I really enjoyed.

The staff were all very friendly and attentive. The menu offered a wide variety of options, and everything we tried was delicious! I ordered the chawanmushi, which was excellent. We chose our meals from a special dinner selection, and each came with a salad, miso soup, rice, and some tsukemonos. My boyfriend opted for the combination entree featuring tonkatsu and sushi. The tonkatsu portion was generous, but it tasted similar to others I've had. The sushi included a diverse selection of nigiri and a tekka maki (tuna roll). I went for the single entree with sashimi, and it was among the best I've ever had outside of Japan! The sashimi portions were thick, and all the fish tasted incredibly fresh. We also sampled salmon, otoro (fatty tuna), and hamachi (yellowtail) nigiri—each was fantastic! The toro stood out as our favorite for its buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. We loved the sushi so much that we returned for lunch during our trip! If you're a sushi lover, I highly recommend stopping by. The prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food!