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Teriyaki Madness - Seattle
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Teriyaki Madness at a glance
Seattle Madison Valley
- 🍜 Asian Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $21–$30
mentioned by 74 of the guests
#617 out of 858 places to eat in Seattle
#16 Asian Restaurant out of 20 in Seattle
Good
6.8 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
399
Reviews
66.7%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Generous portions
- Friendly service
- Tasty teriyaki
Frequently criticized
- Sauce inconsistency
- High price
- Missing items
The restaurant Teriyaki Madness is an inviting Asian Restaurant nestled in Seattle’s vibrant Madison Valley neighborhood. If you’re craving a quick bite with a casual atmosphere, you’ll find it here.
Teriyaki Madness Capitol Hill Seattle offers a delightful menu, including convenient vegetarian options, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. You can enjoy your meal right there with comfortable seating, or grab it to go for takeout or delivery.
Overview: Introducting Teriyaki Madness
Teriyaki Madness offers a straightforward experience where generous portions and a genuinely friendly staff often leave a positive impression. Many appreciate the substantial amount of food provided for the cost, making it a satisfying option for a hearty meal.
However, some diners have noted inconsistencies, particularly regarding the sauce quality, which can impact the overall flavor. There are also occasional concerns about the perceived price point, suggesting that while portions are large, the value isn’t always universally felt.
Good
6.8
out of 10
399
Reviews
66.7%
Satisfaction
109
negative
24
neutral
266
positive
Teriyaki Madness holds a respectable 6.8 overall score, indicating a generally good experience, though customer satisfaction sits at a more mixed 66.7%. This suggests that while many find it quite good, a notable portion of diners have reservations.
This assessment is drawn from 399 customer comments, with 266 positive remarks balancing against 109 negative ones. The Food is a strong point, scoring 6.9, with many appreciating the core offerings.
Service also stands out with a solid 7.4, reflecting positive interactions with staff. However, Ambience scores an average 6.1, and Value comes in at 5.2, indicating these areas might not consistently meet expectations for all visitors.
What people like
- Generous food portions
- Fast, friendly service
- Tasty chicken teriyaki
What people don't like
- Inconsistent sauce quality
- High price perception
- Missing utensils/extras
If you’re seeking a quick, substantial meal with reliable Service and generous portions, Teriyaki Madness is worth considering. Its Recommendation Score of 7.1 suggests a generally positive experience for many, especially those prioritizing quantity and speed.
However, be mindful of potential inconsistencies in the food’s sauce and the overall price perception. It’s a solid choice for a casual teriyaki fix, but manage expectations regarding the dining atmosphere and overall value proposition.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Teriyaki Madness
Food (6.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 94% of the guests
When it comes to the food, opinions are a bit of a mixed bag, with an average score of 6.9 and customer satisfaction sitting at 68%. Many diners rave about the delicious food, especially the teriyaki beef, praising the generous portion size and fabulous food. Out of 278 customer remarks, 189 were positive, highlighting these tasty aspects.
However, there are some areas for improvement, with 73 negative comments. Some guests have experienced issues with dry chicken and a less-than-ideal teriyaki sauce, occasionally described as sloppy. Concerns about overall food quality have also been raised, suggesting inconsistency in dishes.
Food
278
Reviews
68%
Satisfaction
73
negative
16
neutral
189
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious, generous portions
- Moist chicken, great sauce
- Best teriyaki
What people don't like
- Dry, raw chicken
- Sloppy sauce
- Poor food quality
Often praised
- foodFor a teriyaki joint, $70 for a meal felt extremely high. While the food was decently good, the price point makes it unaffordable for me, especially when there's a slightly cheaper, albeit mediocre, place down the street. I believe that if the quality is there, the restaurant should focus on quantity to sell more and keep the staff busy.
- portionsOh, my deity, this is the place! I experienced a clean and bright atmosphere, super sweet staff, and astoundingly delicious food in plentiful portions. These elements combine to make this one of the best places I have eaten.
- chickenMy experience has consistently been great. The food is fantastic, especially the chicken. Make sure to ask for the dressing on your chicken – it's a must-try!
- teriyakiI have been eating at Teriyaki Madness since they first opened in the 80s. It's the best teriyaki in Seattle. Highly recommend it.
- chicken teriyakiI had the chicken teriyaki and it was really good
- sauceThe service is lightning fast, and the food is consistently excellent. The chicken has a perfect amount of char, is not overcooked, and comes with the perfect amount of sauce. The portions are big, and the consistency is remarkable.
- portion sizeportion size is absolutely ridiculous for the price (in a good way)
- riceI love having this as my local teriyaki place! They get a great light char on the chicken with a nice sticky sauce and fluffy rice. I usually get the plain chicken teriyaki order; I've gotten the spicy teriyaki before but found it's better if you add your own Sriracha to the regular one.
- saladThe salad that was given was very fresh
- spicy chickentoday's spicy chicken was the best I've ever had
Frequently criticized
- chickenThe last few times I went, there is a new sauce that is unpleasantly thick and just poured on cold at the end. I swear it used to be completely different – thinner, better tasting, and actually cooked onto the chicken. Please change it back; I want my favorite teriyaki again.
- foodwhen the main attraction of the meal is bad as it is here
- sauceThis used to be my favorite teriyaki in all of Seattle, but something must have changed. The last few times I went, there is a new sauce that is unpleasantly thick and just poured on cold at the end. I swear it used to be completely different – thinner, better tasting, and actually cooked onto the chicken.
- YakisobaYakisoba side of noodles was particularly plain
- cucumber saladI wish they still did the cucumber salad
- ricethe rice is a bland texture less white mass
- teriyakiNew menu screens, louder music. Worse teriyaki, the sauce ratio is all off. Almost none at all.
- teriyaki sauceThis used to be my favorite teriyaki in all of Seattle, but something must have changed. The last few times I went, there is a new sauce that is unpleasantly thick and just poured on cold at the end. I swear it used to be completely different – thinner, better tasting, and actually cooked onto the chicken.
- Chinese restaurantWorst experience in a Chinese restaurant, ever
- General Tao’s chickenGeneral Tao’s chicken was pretty forgettable
If youre craving classic teriyaki with generous portions and dont mind a bit of inconsistency, it might be worth a try. However, be aware that some experiences point to dry chicken or sauce issues, so manage your expectations.
Service (7.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 45% of the guests
When it comes to service, this spot truly shines! With a good score of 7.4 and a customer satisfaction of 77.8%, its clear most folks have a great experience. Many of the 49 positive remarks praise the speed and friendly customer service, often highlighting the fast and helpful staff.
You can expect quick order taking and a generally pleasant interaction. However, not everyones experience is perfect. Out of 63 total comments, 13 point to some areas for improvement.
A few customers mentioned issues with waiting time, missing utensils, or special instructions not being followed. While these instances are fewer, they suggest there's still a little room to fine-tune the overall service consistency.
Service
63
Reviews
77%
Satisfaction
13
negative
1
neutral
49
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Fast service
- Friendly staff
- Quick ordering
What people don't like
- Missing utensils
- Instructions overlooked
- Occasional waiting
Often praised
- serviceI've eaten here 6 times in the past 3 weeks. The service is lightning fast, and the food is consistently excellent. The chicken has a perfect amount of char, is not overcooked, and comes with the perfect amount of sauce.
- staffOh, my deity, this is the place! I experienced a clean and bright atmosphere, super sweet staff, and astoundingly delicious food in plentiful portions. These elements combine to make this one of the best places I have eaten.
- take outThis was a take out dinner
- customer serviceThey absolutely said yes and provided one with a smile. This act of good, kind customer service is why I'm reviewing them today. I will definitely give them a big tip on my next visit.
- ladyThe price for the portion you get is awesome and unlike the other location, they go above and beyond the usual peas and carrots in fried rice and it's worth every single cent. The lady who takes your order is so sweet and friendly. I can't recommend this enough!
- orderI've only done take out here and the place doesn't seem set up for dine-in. Ordering is quick and easy and the order is usually ready within ~15 minutes. There's limited street parking only in this area but I've never had trouble finding a nearby spot to run in and grab my food.
- ServiceService:5
- conveniencevery fast, convenience
- deliveryDelivery was quick.
- fastThis place is very fast
Frequently criticized
- servicevery bad service had nothing to eat with.
- dressingThey are stingy with their dressing but i always ask for extra.
- drinks offeredThe parking situation was a bit interesting, described as somewhat difficult to find. Upon entering, I was asked what I wanted, but there was no upselling, no drinks offered, and no extra sauce or napkins provided. I ordered the $17 spicy chicken, and it was fire.
- extra sauceThe parking situation was a bit interesting, described as somewhat difficult to find. Upon entering, I was asked what I wanted, but there was no upselling, no drinks offered, and no extra sauce or napkins provided. I ordered the $17 spicy chicken, and it was fire.
- fork and napkinRestaurant didn’t put the fork and a napkin with my food.
- new managementapparently under new management
- new ownersas if they have new owners
- special instructionsprovided special instructions for my bowl to substitute something
- upserviceno upservice
- utensilsdon’t give no utensils or nothing
Overall, if you're looking for a place with generally quick and friendly service, this spot is definitely worth a try. While there might be minor hiccups like occasional missing utensils, the positive experiences far outweigh the negatives, making it a reliable choice for a pleasant visit.
Ambience (6.1 out of 10)
mentioned by 26% of the guests
When it comes to ambience, theres a lot to appreciate here! Many customers, in 15 positive remarks, rave about the wonderful and clean atmosphere, often highlighting the bright space and decent seating options. Some even enjoy the music, contributing to a positive overall experience.
With a score of 6.1, its certainly an average experience. However, it's a bit of a mixed bag, with customer satisfaction at 50%. On the flip side, 9 negative remarks point to a drab atmosphere and obnoxiously loud music, sometimes even Fox News.
Concerns about health inspections and food safety ratings also pop up, suggesting some areas could definitely use a refresh.
Ambience
30
Reviews
50%
Satisfaction
9
negative
6
neutral
15
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Clean, organized space
- Good seating options
- Bright atmosphere
What people don't like
- Drab atmosphere
- Loud, obnoxious music
- Health inspection issues
Often praised
- atmosphereThe atmosphere is wonderful
- cleanbut clean
- clean placeclean place I have been to!
- experienceAlways a truly wonderful experience!
- musicThe staff was very friendly. I enjoyed the music and the flavor of the chicken.
- placeMy experience at this restaurant has been spectacular! I ❤️❤️❤️ this place! It's always perfect and provides a truly wonderful experience.
- premisesclean premises
- restaurantThis is the only place I will go to get fried rice, period. Their food is so incredibly delicious that it's probably my number one favorite restaurant, ever. The price for the portion you get is awesome and unlike the other location, they go above and beyond the usual peas and carrots in fried rice and it's worth every single cent.
- seatingMy experience at this teriyaki place was very positive. The restaurant offers a decent amount of seating, located in the quieter side of Capitol Hill. The teriyaki tasted so good, and the service was great.
- space and lightthe space and light inside is brighter than most shops
Frequently criticized
- atmospherethe atmosphere is pretty drab
- musicOkay. New menu screens, louder music. Worse teriyaki, the sauce ratio is all off.
- Florida locationhave one in Florida but not the same
- Fox NewsFox News playing constantly in the dining area
- food safety ratingTheir food safety rating says it all.
- health inspectionsstruggling recently on their health inspections
- place at lunchtimethe place at lunchtime on a Friday had zero people inside
If a clean, bright space with decent seating is what youre after, youll likely find it here. But if youre sensitive to noise or concerned about health ratings, you might want to consider other options. Its a place with potential, but some clear areas for improvement.
Value (5.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 23% of the guests
When it comes to value, opinions are quite split, but many customers found some real gems. There are 13 positive remarks highlighting that the food for price can be excellent, especially with lunch bowl deals and wallet-friendly prices offering value for money. Some feel the generous portions make the price totally worth it.
However, the overall sentiment for value is a bit of a mixed bag, with a customer satisfaction of 46.4% and an average score of 5.2. With 14 negative comments, many have bristled at recent price jumps and feel the customer cost has become too high, especially with extra $4 charges for substitutions making some meals feel overpriced.
Value
28
Reviews
46%
Satisfaction
14
negative
1
neutral
13
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Generous portions
- Good lunch deals
- Wallet-friendly options
What people don't like
- High menu prices
- Unexpected charges
- Frequent price jumps
Often praised
- priceTheir food is so incredibly delicious that it's probably my number one favorite restaurant, ever. The price for the portion you get is awesome and unlike the other location, they go above and beyond the usual peas and carrots in fried rice and it's worth every single cent. The lady who takes your order is so sweet and friendly.
- Price per personprice per person was $10–20
- centTheir food is so incredibly delicious that it's probably my number one favorite restaurant, ever. The price for the portion you get is awesome and unlike the other location, they go above and beyond the usual peas and carrots in fried rice and it's worth every single cent. The lady who takes your order is so sweet and friendly.
- cheaper optionslots of other cheaper options of similar quality
- food for priceAdditionally, the sauce tasted over processed. It’s a lot of food for the price.
- lunch bowlLunch bowl is a decent deal
- modest feeboth for a modest fee
- priceswallet-friendly prices
- valueGreat value too
- value for moneyI found the teriyaki to be the best in Seattle. The food was tasty and cheap, offering the best value for your money. The service was also great.
Frequently criticized
- priceMy experience at this restaurant was unfortunately horrible tasting and very expensive. I was very disappointed and won't be visiting again.
- Price per personFor 13.00...
- customer costthe customer cost, which is becoming difficult to afford
- displeasurefor the displeasure
- extra $4My experience at the restaurant was quite negative due to an unexpected charge. I provided special instructions for my bowl to substitute an ingredient, and was charged an extra $4 for it. Considering the bowl is cheaper than most meals on the menu, this additional charge felt excessive.
- meal$70 meal is super extreme for a teriyaki joint.
- order of teriyaki and side of gyoza$25 for an order of teriyaki and side of gyoza
- price jumpI really bristled at the price jump
- price pointI find it weird that the reviews I read don't mention the price point
- pricesthe prices have quickly risen to the point of being unreasonable
If youre seeking good value, focus on their lunch specials or specific value for money' options, as these often hit the mark. Otherwise, be mindful of potentially high menu prices and unexpected charges that could make your meal feel less worthwhile.
How are the prices at Teriyaki Madness?
You’re looking at roughly 21 per person – reported by 74 diners. That puts it in the $21–$30 category. For an Asian Restaurant in Seattle, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
While the average is 21, a good chunk of diners actually spend a bit less, with most prices clustering in the $11–$20 range. This means you’ll find plenty of options, from more budget-friendly bites to slightly higher-end dishes.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 74 reviews.
How this restaurant’s value for money stacks up against similar spots in Seattle.
Overall, we think the pricing here feels quite fair for an Asian restaurant in Seattle, offering a good range of options to suit different budgets.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Teriyaki Madness
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Takeout
9
Consistently Delicious Takeout
My experience with this restaurant has been seriously delicious. I've had takeout from here a dozen times, and every single time it hits the spot. I highly recommend going with the spicy option.
- food10
- spicy9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
10
A Long-Time Favorite with Great Chicken!
I've been coming to this place for years and it's a true favorite. My experience has consistently been great. The food is fantastic, especially the chicken.
Make sure to ask for the dressing on your chicken – it's a must-try! The atmosphere is wonderful, and the service is top-notch, both rated a perfect 5. It's a place I highly recommend.
- chicken10
- dressing on chicken10
- atmosphere10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Huge Portions, Delicious Sauce!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic, primarily due to the incredibly huge portions, which were enough to last me for three meals. The sauce was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. I would definitely come back.
- portions10
- sauce9
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
A Delicious and Unpretentious Gem
This place is such a gem! It's nothing fancy, but the food always tastes great. I highly recommend the chicken teriyaki, chicken katsu, and gyoza.
I also tried the ribs, which were good too. It's a perfect spot for when you don't want to cook but are craving something that isn't too greasy. I personally enjoy their salad, though my partner isn't a fan (more for me 😁).
The person working there, who seems to be the same woman consistently, is also friendly! Highly recommend!
- food10
- chicken teriyaki10
- chicken katsu10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
2
Quality Dip at Former Favorite Spot
What used to be our regular neighborhood teriyaki spot has gone downhill this last year, finally to the point where I am leaving a review. The entire restaurant feels streamlined now, as if a private equity company is operating it. I try to order and eat teriyaki ‘for here’ whenever possible, as you usually get a bigger portion and can eat it fresh.
Well, there’s no such thing anymore at this location. Even ordering ‘for here’, you’re served food in a to go container - likely a cost cutting move to eliminate dish washing and rely solely on plastic. The chicken is still decent as far as teriyaki goes, but the rice is a bland texture less white mass and sauce far too sweet.
I’ve heard the teriyaki madness on 45th is still as good as always, but it’s sad to see the quality dip so low at a spot I’ve been going to for the last 5 years.
- chicken7
- rice2
- sauce3
- portion3
What Teriyaki Madness offers
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
Offerings
- Vegetarian options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Free street parking
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
Does Teriyaki Madness Capitol Hill Seattle offer vegetarian options?
Yes, Teriyaki Madness Capitol Hill Seattle provides delicious vegetarian options on its menu. You can enjoy a satisfying meal tailored to your dietary preferences at this casual Asian restaurant.
Is Teriyaki Madness Capitol Hill Seattle wheelchair accessible?
Absolutely! Teriyaki Madness Capitol Hill Seattle ensures full accessibility with a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, seating, and restroom for your convenience.
How does Teriyaki Madness rate overall?
Teriyaki Madness has an overall score of **6.8**, which is considered good. This is supported by strong scores in **Service** (7.4) and **Food** (6.9), though **Ambience** (6.1) and **Value** (5.2) are more average.
What do customers appreciate most about Teriyaki Madness?
Customers frequently praise the generous **portions** of food and the **friendly staff**. The **service** is often described as fast and efficient, contributing to a positive experience.
Are there any common complaints about Teriyaki Madness?
Some customers express concerns about the **price** being too high for a teriyaki establishment. There are also mentions of inconsistent **sauce** quality and occasional issues with missing items like **utensils** or extra **sauce** with orders.