Zilla Sake - Menu

1806 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211, United States

🛍 Asian, Sushi, Japanese, Gluten Free

4.3 💬 1301 Reviews
Zilla Sake

Phone: +15032888372

Address: 1806 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211, United States

City: Portland

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 1301

Website: http://www.zillasake.com/

"This restaurant's specialty roll is probably the eyeroll. The raw fish and rice log lumberjacks take their time crafting the most mediocre rolls in the Portland metro area.In order to avoid the Tuesday night crowd, we made a reservation for the opening time. We ordered from the menu (not omakase) all at once for efficiency. One of the rolls was already unavailable, but it might have been one of the popular ones among the poor preparation crowd, who may have been there before opening time, so that was understandable.Our first roll arrived with ample pickled ginger and wasabi. Tamari was offered and even poured for us. Then the bottle was taken away. As a proponent of sodium, I was a bit worried that my ankles wouldn't swell properly at night; however, my experience with good service at a sushi place in San Francisco reminded me that I needn't worry. Except I did, as that was the only time my tamari level was addressed.The second roll came and the server asked if we needed a refill on ginger and wasabi. I wasn't sure if I was expecting it to naturally be refilled because I was a peasant who didn't understand the art and science of consuming sushi rolls without condiments and accompaniments. Was this second roll so full of taste or was this place so full of themselves? It was the latter. The second dish of ginger and wasabi came with a pinky nail sized dollop of wasabi. We overheard the chef say this would be it for now because they ran out. Perhaps grinding this sacred root according to your reservations for the night prior to opening would be helpful.It's important to note that people were being turned away left and right if they had not made a reservation, so it's not like the Portland Wasabi Committee came to Zilla Sake and demanded the entire stock.Anyway, we must have been disturbing this socialistic wasabi/ginger ration because we had to, once again, ask for a second refill. Since it want omakase, it wasn't really up to the chef how much he wanted to grind his roots for us. By the end of the meal, I had made a mental list of sushi places that I have betrayed that were simply better in every way.So if you enjoy things like donating your money, doing nothing with your time, having nothing to look forward to, and begging for more pickled ginger, wasabi, and tamari, then please make a reservation two hours before you plan to be hungry."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Sushi Nigiri

Nigiri Sushi

Japanese Specialties

Sushi Rolls

Sushi

Japanese Starters

Dessert

Specialty Maki‎

Lunch Boxes

Sushi - Nigiri

Cold Appetizer

Sushi Rolls A La Carte - Raw

Gunkan Nigiri

Vegetable Rolls

Salad

Sushi Extreme - Our Specialties

Nigiri Mixed

Special Rolls

Classic Rolls*

Midori (Vegan)

Salads

Special Roll

Nigiri & Sashimi

Chelsea Chelsea

A wonderful fine dining experience featuring exceptional service and delicious food. The ambiance was enhanced beautifully by the lighting.

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Reviews

Pavel
Pavel

Hostess didn’t try to accommodate us, not offered seating at bar but just stated that next available seat is in 2 hours. Badly trained employees with little sense of hospitality.


Mariko
Mariko

The sake was excellent! I really enjoyed trying the flight; it offered a fascinating range of flavor profiles. The dishes were somewhat inconsistent, but I highly recommend both experiences.


Bill
Bill

Absolutely fantastic experience! As someone who appreciates great food, I've enjoyed many excellent meals over the years. Recently, I visited Portland and dined at Zilla Sake. I ordered their... View menu


David
David

Wow, I can't believe I waited so long to check this place out. I've visited Nodoguro, Nimblefish, and many others, but Zilla Sake is absolutely amazing. The omakase experience was extensive, creative, and simply unmatched. I honestly believe it's the best I've had in the city.


Elle
Elle

The food and drinks were absolutely delicious! Our server was amazing and made the experience even better. The sake flight was fantastic, and we even received a brief lesson on what we were tasting. The miso soup is definitely the best we've had in Portland. Don't miss the garlic edamame!


Carrie
Carrie

Ate here last night during Last Thursday. Service was good. Food was incredibly overpriced. “Pre-made” should have been our first warning. The $16 charge per “bowl” felt egregious. Serving size was incredibly small. My bowl only had 5 tiny dime-sized pieces of fish and was basically all cucumbers and rice. I never post reviews but felt it necessary this time. Super disappointed and felt taken advantage of. View menu


Rachel
Rachel

What a lovely experience! The sushi was of the highest quality and the fish was incredibly fresh. Sitting at the bar made our dinner even better, watching the chef’s work their craft with care and intention made us appreciate the food and what it takes to make it to the plate. I 10/10 recommend Zilla Sake, and it took everything in me not to go back each night we stayed in Portland! Only wish I would have taken some pictures to share the delight but the food hit the table and there was no waiting!!


Diego
Diego

When the first thing you see is a half full sake bottle being filled and brought to your table, it definitely doesn’t make a good impression. Imagine buying a bottle of wine anywhere and seeing the waiter fill a half drank bottle, bring it to your table and tell you that’s yours.Whatever, looked past it. Ordered food, and the waiter was super attentive. Until suddenly he wasn’t. A person at our table needed to physically get up and order another glass of wine. Food took over 2 hours to fully come to the table. If you can’t handle the amount of tables in your restaurant, hire another chef or reduce the number of tables.The food, just okay. Seriously. Rice falling apart, fish and rolls nothing...


Reina
Reina

This restaurant's specialty roll is probably the eyeroll. The raw fish and rice log lumberjacks take their time crafting the most mediocre rolls in the Portland metro area.In order to avoid the Tuesday night crowd, we made a reservation for the opening time. We ordered from the menu (not omakase) all at once for efficiency. One of the rolls was already unavailable, but it might have been one of the popular ones among the poor preparation crowd, who may have been there before opening time, so that was understandable.Our first roll arrived with ample pickled ginger and wasabi. Tamari was offered and even poured for us. Then the bottle was taken away. As a proponent of sodium, I was a bit worri... View menu

Portland

Portland

Portland is known for its vibrant food scene, offering diverse options like food trucks, farm-to-table dining, coffee culture, craft beer, and renowned artisanal donuts.

Categories

  • Asian Experience a culinary journey through Asia with our diverse menu. From the spicy flavors of Thai curry to the savory umami of Japanese sushi, we offer a wide variety of dishes that celebrate authentic Asian cuisine.
  • Sushi Delight in our exquisite sushi selection, featuring fresh ingredients, expertly crafted rolls, and traditional nigiri. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors, promising a true taste of Japan. View menu
  • Japanese Savor the essence of Japan with our selection of fresh sushi, flavorful ramen, and delicate sashimi. Each dish reflects authentic techniques and ingredients, delivering a genuine taste of Japanese culinary artistry.
  • Gluten Free Savor delicious, gluten-free dishes crafted with fresh ingredients, ensuring taste and quality for everyone. Enjoy diverse options from appetizers to desserts, catering to gluten-sensitive needs.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Sake
  • menu
  • Takeout
  • menu
  • Delivery

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