Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji
Highlands, Renton
Bar in Renton, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Why go
Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji is a practical Renton pick when a group wants Japanese food with sushi-and-grill flexibility rather than a formal tasting-menu experience. It is strongest for casual dinners, mixed-preference tables, and first-timers who want an easy local option; cross-shop Marianna Ristorante for a more classic dinner mood or Ocha Thai Kitchen and Bar for Thai food and a bar-restaurant feel.
About Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji
Consider Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji when planning a direct Renton outing with daily midday and evening hours. It is in Renton, follows a smart casual dress code, and is open every day from 11 AM to 3 PM, then again in the evening.
Compared with other options such as Berliner Pub or Burnett's Pub, Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji is best considered when its name and schedule fit the kind of outing your group has in mind.
A smart-casual Renton option with daily hours
The smart casual dress code and daily schedule are important planning details. For a different option, Marianna Ristorante is a natural cross-shop. For another restaurant option in the same general decision set, compare it with New Zen Japanese Restaurant before deciding.
First-timers should think about timing. Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji is open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 3 PM and 4 to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM and 4 to 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM and 4 to 9 PM.
Where it sits in a Renton shortlist
If the table is comparing different options, Ocha Thai Kitchen and Bar is another venue to consider. For broader planning, scan a Renton restaurants guide, then use Our full Renton bars guide if the night may shift toward a bar after dinner.
The verdict: keep Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji on the shortlist for a smart-casual Renton outing with daily hours. Travelers building a wider itinerary can branch to Renton hotels, wineries, or experiences guides.
Planning details
- Location
- 840 N 10th Pl Suite D, Renton, WA 98057
- Website
- ajimori.com
- Phone
- +1 425 572 6452
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji occupies a pragmatic, middle-tier slot in Renton’s evolving dining landscape. It leans on a dual-format kitchen, an active sushi counter paired with a serious grill program, rather than theatrical design, and that approach gives the place an accessible, unpretentious feel. The bar program is intentional and craft-forward, matching the kitchen’s ambition without demanding formality. Overall the spot presents as casual and relaxed: a neighborhood destination where the food and cocktails do the talking, and the service supports an easy, unfussy dining experience.
Best For
This is a good pick for groups and anyone who appreciates variety and shareable plates. The hybrid sushi-and-grill format encourages ordering across sections of the menu so parties can mix raw bar items with grilled preparations, and the bar program is built to complement both. It also suits date nights and casual hangouts for diners who want a slightly elevated, unfussy meal without the intensity of an omakase counter. The location on North 10th Place reads as approachable and neighborhood-oriented, making it an easy choice for evenings out.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the venue’s dual identity: order both sushi from the counter and hot plates from the grill so the table gets contrast and texture. Plan to pass dishes and mix small plates alongside nigiri or sashimi. Ask the bartender for cocktails that bridge hot and cold preparations: bright, balanced drinks for raw items and bolder selections for grilled dishes. Prioritize variety rather than single-course meals to get the full sense of the kitchen.
Venue details
Ambiance
Luxurious and elegant atmosphere with stylish basalt mosaic tiles and planterior effects blending nature.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Sake Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 840 N 10th Pl Suite D, Renton, WA 98057
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose New Zen Japanese Restaurant if the group still wants Japanese food but wants to compare another Renton option before committing.
Choose Ocha Thai Kitchen and Bar if the table wants a similar casual-dinner decision with Thai food and more of a bar-restaurant angle.
Bar context
How it compares in Renton
Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji is the practical choice for Japanese food when the table wants sushi plus grill flexibility. New Zen Japanese Restaurant is the closest peer for diners already set on Japanese, so compare those two first if cuisine is fixed. Pick Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji for mixed orders and easy group alignment; pick New Zen when the group wants another Japanese option in the same city.
Against Marianna Ristorante, the decision is more about occasion than quality. Marianna is the better fit for a classic sit-down Italian dinner or date-night framing, while Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji is better when the table wants lighter ordering flexibility and a more casual Japanese meal. For value, neither listed peer has enough published pricing here to call a clear winner, so decide by cuisine and mood.
Ocha Thai Kitchen and Bar is the better cross-shop if the group wants Thai food or a bar-restaurant feel. Berliner Pub and Burnett's Pub make more sense when drinks and pub atmosphere are the point. For the easiest group decision around dinner rather than drinks, Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji remains the cleaner fit.
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Compare Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji | Renton | No published awards |
| Berliner Pub | Renton | No published awards |
| Marianna Ristorante | Renton | No published awards |
| New Zen Japanese Restaurant | Renton | No published awards |
| Ocha Thai Kitchen and Bar | Renton | No published awards |
| Burnett's Pub | Renton | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji open late?
It is open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday in Renton. The rest of the week, evening hours end at 9 PM.
Is Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji good for a date?
It may fit a smart-casual date in Renton if its hours work for your plans.
What's the best time to go to Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji?
Hours are 11 AM to 3 PM daily, with evening hours from 4 to 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 4 to 10 PM Friday and Saturday.
Is the food good at Mori Sushi & Grill by Aji?
Menu details, ratings, and reviews are not available. Key planning details include the venue name, Renton location, smart casual dress code, and hours.
