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Shiro's vs Lola

Both Shiro's and Lola are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Lola is preferred by most reviewers compared to Shiro's. Lola ranks #5 in Seattle with recommendations from 11 reviews such as BlackBook, Seattle Times and Zagat.

Shiro's
Shiro's
8 / 10
2401 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
From $21 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"If you get a seat at the sushi bar in front of Shiro, don't be shy—this is one place where ordering omakase (chef's choice) is a must."
Zagat Zagat
4.6
"Shiro Kashiba is semiretired now, but the "true master" still pops in at his Belltown stalwart, where "purists" say his omakase is one of the "best sushi experiences"." Full review
Gayot Gayot
14.0
"Fans of straightforward, traditional sushi flock to Shiro's. If the space is rather plain, the mood is usually lively, and from the first bite, the food commands your undivided attention." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Seattle baseball superstar Ichiro dines here."
Frommer's Frommer's
"If ogling all the fish at Pike Place Market puts you in the mood for some sushi, then this is the place for you." Full review
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Be sure to order at least one of Shiro's special rolls.
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Lola
Lola
8 / 10
2000 Fourth Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
From $20 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"Tom Douglas dishes out his signature Northwest style, spiked with Greek and Mediterranean touches here—another huge success for the local celebrity chef." Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.2
"Tom Douglas brings his trademark "gusto" to this "chic Greek" adjoining Belltown's Hotel Andra, known for its "amazingly delicious" goat tagine and "standout" breakfasts." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"Lola is another Tom Douglas concept restaurant featuring simple, elegant Mediterranean dishes with some PNW standards thrown in for good measure."
Gayot Gayot
13.0
"Paying homage to his wife and partner Jackie Cross'€™s Greek heritage, chef Tom Douglas highlights Pacific Northwest ingredients in Lola'€™s Greek-themed menu." Full review
Seattle Times Seattle Times
"There's braised octopus for breakfast, lamb tongue for lunch and whole fish for dinner." Full review
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