Sora Sushi
Hollywood District, Woodinville
Restaurant in Woodinville, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Sora Sushi is a practical Woodinville pick when sushi and easy timing matter more than a long wine-country dinner. It works for first-timers who want a lighter meal around tasting-room plans, while Heritage Restaurant, Barking Frog, or The Herbfarm are stronger choices for a more formal occasion.
About Sora Sushi
On a return visit to Woodinville, the useful question is what changes after the rest of the itinerary is set: the room you choose for a meal can matter as much as the next stop. In that context, Sora Sushi is a casual Woodinville option, open Tuesday through Sunday and closed Monday.
The verdict: consider it when the priority is a casual meal that fits around Woodinville plans. It has a confirmed 2026 Relais Chateaux Award and a schedule that includes midday and evening service on several open days.
A casual Woodinville stop
For a first visit, the most reliable planning details are the hours and dress code. Sora Sushi is listed as casual. It is closed Monday; Tuesday through Thursday it is open 11:30 AM-2:30 PM and 5-9 PM; Friday it is open 11:30 AM-9 PM; and Saturday and Sunday it is open 12-9 PM.
Specific menu items, seating details, prices, service format, or beverage information should be confirmed directly with the venue before building a night around a particular format.
Where it fits in Woodinville's dining circuit
Woodinville has a range of dining choices, Sora Sushi is a casual venue in Woodinville with a clear weekly schedule and a confirmed 2026 Relais Chateaux Award. That makes it a reasonable candidate to consider when the timing and setting fit your plans.
If you are comparing options, Heritage Restaurant, Barking Frog, The Herbfarm, Bin 47, Von's 1000Spirits - Woodinville are other names to weigh against Sora Sushi depending on the kind of evening you want. Check each venue's current details before choosing.
Bottom line: Sora Sushi works for a casual Woodinville meal when its posted hours work for your schedule. For anything more specific, such as menu format, seating, pricing, or special accommodations, verify directly with the restaurant.
Planning details
- Location
- 14471 Redmond - Woodinville Rd NE, Woodinville, WA 98072
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- sorasushi.menu11.com
- Phone
- +14254865858
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sora Sushi sits quietly within Woodinville’s tasting-room corridor, offering a compact, counter-focused take on Japanese cuisine that reads as both cozy and intimate. The room centers on a dedicated sushi counter where the rhythm of preparation feels deliberate and considered, carving out a calm, focused dining experience amid a town otherwise defined by wine flights and bustling tasting rooms. The tone is understated rather than flashy—the kind of place that trades spectacle for careful technique and seasonal sourcing, inviting a close-up view of the craft while maintaining a warm, low-key atmosphere.
Best For
Sora Sushi is well suited to date nights and relaxed evenings with friends, especially for diners who want something more considered than a typical wine-country meal. Its counter format encourages close conversation and an attentive service rhythm, making it a natural pick for intimate dinners where the food is the focal point. Because the restaurant is described in direct relation to Woodinville’s wine scene, it also works for visitors looking to follow tasting-room stops with a composed, food-forward finish to the day—particularly during dinner service.
Ordering Tips
Start with the signature rolls—the Sora roll and the Lobster Roll are highlighted as standouts—and lean into the sushi-counter experience by taking a seat at the bar if available. The restaurant’s placement in Woodinville and its framing around wine pairing suggest ordering with local bottles or lighter reds and whites in mind to complement the seafood-forward menu. Keep selections focused and shareable to mirror the convivial, wine-country energy the venue responds to, and allow the chefs-counter preparations to guide timing and pacing of the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, cozy atmosphere with moderate noise levels ideal for conversation, described as serene and pleasant by diners.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Sora roll
- Lobster Roll
Planning details
Location
14471 Redmond - Woodinville Rd NE, Woodinville, WA 98072 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If sushi is not a priority, start with Heritage Restaurant for a more rounded Woodinville dinner or Barking Frog for American cooking in a more occasion-friendly lane.
For a bigger splurge, cross-shop The Herbfarm. For an easier group fallback, look at Bin 47 or Von's 1000Spirits - Woodinville.
Restaurant context
How Sora Sushi Compares in Woodinville
Choose Sora Sushi when the group wants sushi and an easier meal rhythm. Heritage Restaurant is the stronger fit for a composed wine-country dinner, while Bin 47 makes more sense when drinks and a broader casual format matter more than sushi.
The Herbfarm is the splurge-oriented alternative for diners who want a longer New American experience. Barking Frog is better for a polished American meal with a more traditional special-occasion feel. Sora Sushi is the easier call when the night should stay lighter and less structured.
Von's 1000Spirits - Woodinville is the safer pick for mixed groups that care more about variety than sushi. For a seafood-led dinner in Woodinville, Sora Sushi is the more focused choice; for ambiance, breadth, or a longer evening, cross-shop the peers first.
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Compare Sora Sushi
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sora Sushi | Woodinville | ; | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants |
| Heritage Restaurant | Woodinville | No published awards | ; |
| Bin 47 | Woodinville | No published awards | ; |
| The Herbfarm | Seattle | New American | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #4072025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 AAA 5 Diamond Restaurant2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5262023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
| Barking Frog | Woodinville | American | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #6342025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Von's 1000Spirits - Woodinville | Woodinville | No published awards | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Sora Sushi accommodate groups?
Sora Sushi is in Woodinville, its hours include midday and evening service on several open days, but party-size policies should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Can I eat at the bar at Sora Sushi?
If seating format matters, check Sora Sushi's official channels before visiting, compare current details with Heritage Restaurant or Bin 47 if you are weighing other options.
What should a first-timer know about Sora Sushi?
Sora Sushi is a casual Woodinville venue, closed Monday, with posted hours Tuesday through Sunday. It also has a confirmed Relais Chateaux Award (2026).
What are alternatives to Sora Sushi in Woodinville?
Other options to consider include Heritage Restaurant, Bin 47, The Herbfarm, Barking Frog, Von's 1000Spirits - Woodinville. Compare current hours and details directly before deciding.
Is Sora Sushi good for a special occasion?
It may work for a casual occasion if its Woodinville location and posted hours fit your plans. Confirm current details directly if the event requires particular seating, service, or menu arrangements.
