Grillbird, a well-regarded (4.8 stars via 1231 reviews on Google) Teriyaki and more restaurant in West Seattle, has announced a second location in the heart of PhinneyWood via Instagram:
West Seattle, you’ve been our first love for five delicious years – now it’s time to share. Grillbird opens in Phinney Ridge this June! And because we can’t sit still, we’re also putting finishing touches on a brand‑new “green” project—think bright produce, bold dressings, and the same Grillbird obsession with quality. More on that soon, but for now: thanks for cheering us on as we fire up a second grill and prep something fresh on the side.
The restaurant will occupy the former Johnson & Johnson Antiques building at 6820 Greenwood Ave N, just to the south of Oliver’s Twist. While there are other tasty options on the menu – Poke Bowl, Chicken Katsu Sando, Fried Cauliflower, and Gyoza to name a few – their focus is on “Seattle-style Teriyaki”.
“Seattle-style teriyaki takes a subtle departure from this traditional Japanese approach. This variation incorporates fresh ginger and garlic into the teriyaki sauce, which serves as a marinade for meat, allowing it to soak overnight. The marinated meat is then expertly grilled over gas or charcoal, culminating in a final drizzle of teriyaki sauce.“
The restaurant also boasts a wide array of gluten-free choices, including their signature teriyaki sauce and all dressings, and is very clear on their menu what choices are safe for that particular diet. All of their food containers and packaging are compostable or recyclable when possible, and Grillbird also caters events. Get ready, PhinneyWood, we’re getting Teriyaki!!
