How Seattle’s Most Famous Restaurant Does Teriyaki | On the Road (#1)

Travel alongside Cook's Country's Editorial Director Bryan Roof as he explores the communities and cuisines that make up the great American dinner table. In this episode, he sets out to visit Canlis restaurant, to learn about their fine dining take on Seattle Teriyaki.
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[@davidm8584]

Happy to hear about Chef Ibrahim's identity journey. Celebrating our unique cultures and sharing them with others is a beautiful thing. I can totally relate to that feeling of isolation and shame then later realizing how important our diverse heritage is. One love!

[@rich_b_groovin1790]

I’m certain the chef was quite pleased with the critic’s acknowledgment of her rice. He fully appreciated her effort in achieving that level of perfection.

[@soleilroth]

Having worked there a couple years ago, all I can say is I love the Canlis family, front of house and back of house that puts their heart and soul in everything there.

[@cristoroi420]

Woow, this is an art , looks so delicious 😋 Thank you, Chef Aisha 🌹❤

[@AwesomizedArmadillo]

I wonder, will this be included on kenji's teriyaki tour of Seattle?

[@jamessteward7263]

Lol, I was thinking the same thing!

[@Datamining101]

only if they'll give it to him in a styrofoam box and plastic bag

[@redcomet0079]

Kenji is a passive aggressive baby

[@farhanfriedman9972]

@@redcomet0079wut?

[@redcomet0079]

@@farhanfriedman9972 learn reading comprehension

[@Jake-vt4ow]

Love Canlis!!! My parent went in the 50s and 60s, and we went in the 90s. We are now living in Oregon, but Canlis is very special.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

When I lived in Seattle, used to drive past this place when heading north on Aurora Ave (old Hwy 99) when I had to go placed up north. It is right before you head onto the Aurora Bridge, and sits between Aurora and Dexter Ave and 6th Ave N takes you to the restaurant. I now live in Tacoma to the south of Seattle, so am about 45 minutes or so south of Seattle. It's always been a bit too rich for my budget, but have heard it's the ritzy place to go to, and still harkens to an era in our past where fine dining was considered classy, and Jazz or Lounge music was still popular. It still seems quite old school, but also updated for the times.

[@erinnkemp]

So nice to see her❤❤❤ Good to see her succeed!🎉🎉

[@anniemail85]

You need to go to Taurus Ox. There, I said it. Also, Rose Pho, Saigon Drip Cafe, Chan Seattle, and maybe even some Katsu Burger. If you go to Katsu burger, dont skip the black sesame shake.

[@TheBlinkyfish]

I had this dish last year on my first (and only) trip to Canlis. I don't usually like mushrooms, but I enjoyed it a lot.

[@michellelarson9983]

you had teriyaki in CANLIS? hilarious

[@c_s_b_9_4]

@@michellelarson9983 that's the whole point of this video... why is it hilarious?

[@go1234-f1o]

Go visit bongos next time you’re in town. It’s right off of aurora across from greenlake. Amazing food, you won’t be disappointed especially with their West Indies plate

[@louisel.sinniger2057]

Patience & Passion, that’s what chef has. Beautiful

[@Michael-s7e1b]

Wow, you grew up in West Virginia ? I was born & raised there and am blown away a chef of your talent can far exceed the level you've obtained ! I currently live in Tacoma and if I can afford it one day I would love to taste your talent 😃

[@JP-jd8wr]

The best restaurant in Seattle hands down

[@Persimmons2000]

WOOHOO!!! Love that she’s Filipino 💙 That guy has most likely only had westernized Asian food if he thinks they are always sweet. Even the desserts aren’t nearly as sweet as Westernized desserts. As a half Asian/half American Anglo mix having traveled to many countries, the only Asians that add more sugar to their food are the Koreans. This is MY food travel experience so don’t get triggered. I love the differences in all the foods of all the world 💙

[@Persimmons2000]

@@sandrah7512 Sounds like my military child then spouse experience. As a teacher, culture was a huge part of my curriculum, especially the foods. My American students learned how crack open coconuts with the back of a knife then grate it sitting on a special stool with a serrated blade at the end. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg regarding cultural enrichment incorporated into the required standards.

[@louisevad6091]

I'm glad you get to eat it. I can't afford to eat there,

[@bobbyrd1100]

I travel a lot. whenever I'm in a new city/state I Google to see if Bryan has been there, and if so, where he ate. Then I know where to go for lunch/dinner. He's one of my favorite CC hosts/test cooks

[@travisnorman]

Came here to say this. I love these segments with Bryan, and I think it's cool when he gets back to the kitchen and gives a shot at these recipes himself!

[@audduck]

The place in Seattle that you should try is Tanoor. It tells the story of two Seattles, the part of the city that is multicultural and the center of the Gluten Free movement. Tanoor is lebanese food and the owner has Celiac Disease. Almost everything on the menu is naturally gluten free, but doesn't take it. There isn't a bad thing on the menu, but the Arembeek is addictive. We always get 2 orders, both to eat in the restruant. And the gluten free pita...as someone with Celiac Disease it makes me cry. The location in Seattle is beautiful, but the location in Samammish is just extra special, espeically in the summer. It never dissapoints.

[@zachdavis1282]

The doublecut filet in the 80's was bomb

[@Idahoprepper71]

The absolute best teriyaki in the Seattle area is WOW Teriyaki in Lynnwood.

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

It’s always been that place you drive by on the way to or from somewhere, when you live in the Seattle area. Went there in the 80’s, maybe twice. Might have been there in the 70’s too, but don’t remember. Nice to see that it’s survived everything. 👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

[@YiorgosT]

great episode!

[@williammatthews2948]

That looks incredible.

[@Bryan-lg3fn]

Her creations look so delicious and she's a beautiful person !

[@whimsicalhamster88]

I have gone here. We had to make reservations 6 months in advance. You don’t really get to decide what you’re going to eat. They just bring you a bunch of small plates. Each bite was interesting and I wouldn’t say anything was bad. At the end they charged us an extra 20% and specifically said it didn’t go to the server AND there was a tip line. For two people it was over $700. If pretentious and exclusive had a baby, it’d be Canlis.

[@michellelarson9983]

couldnt say it better..pretentiousness became norm in seattle..

[@AaronBowley]

obop in bellevue is the best. it’s located inside a chevron

[@thedivide3688]

Canlis is definitely world class.

[@michellelarson9983]

doubt it..if your world is only PNW and street asian food

[@quadtrialsandtheories]

Sweet!! I thought i made the best teriyaki sauce (mines a red wine, so its the best in its class😜). Gotta try the rice too. Wish i made it there when i lived in west seattle

[@JustAThought155]

That meal looks fabulous!!! I would love to see a video on perfecting rice as this clip hinted at. On a side note, I heard the food critic say Asian food is categorized as “street food,” possibly meaning a cheap meal. I have never thought of that. I think Americans have become familiar with takeaway or takeout Asian fast food. But contrary to his statement, many Asian plates are well crafted with peak quality ingredients. And that is considered gourmet, in my opinion.❤

[@foobar527]

Eat at Familyfriend, a Guamanian restaurant run by a respected Filipino chef. 3315 Beacon Avenue, between Horton and Hinds streets.

[@gmac212]

Yes - Familyfriend is amazing and has a great story

[@stevenjohnson891]

Damn she left West Virginia to be a chef in Seattle. That is tough I had the same feeling living in West Virginia. This PNW area is much better.

[@jamesyoungquist6923]

Shhhh 🤫 don't give more people the idea to move to this wonderful place of temperate weather, beautiful scenery, and no mosquitoes

[@SeishiZero]

RIP Scary Terikyaki. 😢

[@DanielHebert-s3z]

San Jose has good Asian food all around

[@MrSabas15]

$180 bucks for some dam Terriyaki..... Naw Ima keep going to the hood

[@vickydittfield9822]

Wow🎉

[@yawnn12]

Not sure about the food, but i bet, in typical Seattle fashion, everyone drove 10 under in the left lane to get there.

[@mddell58]

This finished plating looks far too beautiful, in many ways, I highly doubt I could disturb it.

[@arcticthundergamer113]

the Spruce tip recipes and knowledge comes from the Native People of the Northwest and Southeast Alaska

[@AndrewHarman-o6q]

Eden Hill on Queen Anne is outstanding. Their tasting menu always has something new and is really the best way to experience this marvelous restaurant. It is very small so reservations are a must.

[@6tuf85dyfu]

It's mediocre. Nothing worse than paying that much to bump elbows with strangers all night.

[@xnonsuchx]

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve heard “most famous” about a place in the city I live and I’ve never heard of it before. And I think I’d call that teriyaki-inspired more than teriyaki and would rather see what other dishes they have.

[@alfredovitenteiii3612]

Being one of the most expensive and awarded restaurants in the city, it’s surprising that you’ve never heard of it.

[@gmac212]

You've never heard of Canlis? How is that possible?

[@onetwocue]

My go to was Chungs Teriyaki

[@davidwiner8571]

Mmmmmmm very delicious looking 😊😊😊😊😊

[@kemitchell]

What did she mean by "start with 80/20"? Particular fat blend in the squeeze bottle?

[@kaga1]

usually 20% olive oil + 80% other high smoke point oil for cooking

[@BigDaddyG65]

What is Katsu butter? Googled it ...... nothing.

[@cookiesforlunch]

Pretty sure she was saying Kasu not Katsu. Which would probably be in reference to Sake Kasu.

[@danielmarshall4317]

Can do without the Captain Obvious commentary and commentators (I know, they’re doing their best..), but when Chef Aisha is on camera, she graciously lends her heritage and her aura, making this video warm and beautiful and even mindful.

[@TK-mj9rd]

Yeah I've been to Canilis and honestly it's just not for me. It's clear they are passionate about their food "vision" and the views are wonderful but I'd rather hit up Yasuko's for a teriyaki takeout for $10-$15. Once you're at a place where you're paying $200 for a tiny portion you've lost what teriyaki is about, cheap good food.

[@melaniefisher8823]

I live in WVA, & I was born in '66...I'm so sad that chef had a negative experience, but being "heavy" ....ermm....yet ANOTHER for the .."perfect girls"😊

[@TheJeffbarrett]

Why did they paint it pink?

[@jwin2023]

I appreciate the passion, end of the day, it’s still food at the basic level.

[@lawrencebushnell6122]

I have been to Canlis once, a long time ago, and i can honestly say i have never been treated as poorly as I was when I went there. It is just and expesive resturant, with snoby wait staff, and mediocre food. LMAO "Michelin star teriyaki". what an exreem joke this is. I expect more from America's test kitchen.

[@Cbotham]

Why is it the more you pay the less you get on your plate.

[@bangkok1817]

Seattle's most famous restaurant is called Dick's. Do not challenge a local on that fact!

[@vipstylerida]

Dicks is trash

[@zalibecquerel3463]

I'd like to know why the chef used tamari, instead of shoyu, and specifically what brand. Where I live, there are several good brands of shoyu (and expensive ones too), but I've only seen one brand of tamari. It's cheap, and a little nasty, with a raw "molasses" taste, such as you'd get in a very cheap dark soy sauce. I'm certain Jack Bishop might have an idea on finding a good brand :)

[@stevethea5250]

2:00

[@johnkrukable]

Damn she incredible at that

[@BigRoj_WA]

Blah blah blah... $180 for a few veggies and some rice...? Bring back Toshi's! I like on the menu how it reads, "A 20% service charge will be added to your bill. 100% of the this service charge will be retained by Canlis." In other words, "We're going to stick it to you with our menu pricing, and then REALLY stick it to you afterwards because you've agreed to our fine print BS." Steer clear of this place...it's not worth it. SO MANY other places that are way better, and more affordable in the Seattle area.

[@Slimsuzy]

Sorry youre struggling financially. Best of luck to you.

[@BigRoj_WA]

@@Slimsuzy I guess I don't need to eat out at Canlis to feel important. I know some people do and that's okay, it's just not for me. I'd rather grab a tuna sando and head out on my pontoon boat with friends and family and listen to some tunes than sit with a bunch of stuffy "rich" people.

[@longlive289s5]

Most famous? That would be Dick's or Ivar's

[@Abe-fp7ip]

Dick’s is for sure the most famous. I would bet the ratio would something like 100 to one if it were a contest but they are definitely on both ends of the price spectrum 😂

[@poorolddog1]

She’s the mole!!!….😮

[@bangkok1817]

I am a native Okinawan and never heard of Okinawan sugar. Why does she keep mentioning Okinawan sugar. If you want delicious teriyaki in Seattle, just go to all the local teriyaki joints in Seattle run by Koreans. Okinawan sugar and dashi for a teriyaki? Get outta here! Korean cooked teriyaki blows the entire city's mind. Nobody ever goes to Canlis to eat teriyaki. Unheard of! Maitaki mushrooms in a teriyaki? What?????????? They ain't like us!!! Enoki poached in dashi?????? You can be ashamed of your FIlipino roots growing up in the South, but don't dare to rep Korean local Seattle teriyaki. You ain't like us!!!!!

[@Noone-vn9bl]

You should explain what "teriyaki" means. It's a Japanese word. "Teri" means shiny and "yaki" means grilling. It's an extremely common cooking method. So anything that's not shiny or grilled, that's not a teriyaki. Most Seattle teriyaki are not teriyaki at all. IMO Seattle teriyaki is an insult to teriyaki and I find them quite disgusting. She did a good job by using mirin and not using cornstarch. I've seen so many wrong recipes that were using cornstarch to thicken the sauce. It's rare to find American people actually use mirin, which is a key to teriyaki and many other Japanese dishes. "Maitake mushroom" is a bit weird to say because "-take" already means "mushroom." "People have this image of Asian food and it's always sweet food"

[@skipaway036]

Seattle teriyaki is a fusion invention of a Japanese guy named Yoshi who kept starting new restaurants with his own formula of fast casual food. It’s not true Japanese food, just like how Thai sukiyaki isn’t sukiyaki. Yoshi kept starting new businesses and sell them when it’s successful, resulting in this dish being the signature food of Seattle.

[@skipaway036]

Also I am surprised that you think Asian food isn’t sweet. Mirin is sweet and is typical in Japanese food. Also you may be surprised how much sugar is added many standard Chinese and Korean savory dish.

[@Noone-vn9bl]

@@skipaway036 Fusion of what and what? It's just a degraded dish that somehow got named as "teriyaki" when it shouln't be. Honestly I'm mad at those Japanese pioneers who started these weird Seattle teriyaki. They should know better. Also Kikkoman for pandering to the Americans and twisted the meaning of teriyaki. Thai suki is weird but I'm not triggered as much as Seattle teriyaki. So it's not "just like" Thai sukiyaki. Who are you to say that by the way.

[@Noone-vn9bl]

​@@skipaway036There are sweet dishes, for sure. But those are not all. And even for those sweet dishes with a lot of sugar, they are most of the time not that sweet. You wouldn't just use "sweet" to describe the taste. You said "savory" dishes yourself. On the other hand "Americanized" Asian dishes are often real sweet with tons of corn syrup

[@Noone-vn9bl]

@@f000ghk Share the name? Are you stupid?

[@kazukitakeuchi9772]

not real JAPANESE teryaki sauce . dont add too many different food to enjoy real teyaki food

[@gregjohnson6329]

I had a version of this at teriyaki madness for $6.95. Rice was free.

[@harlemm6047]

Born and raised in Seattle- we do not thrive with teriyaki. Also wouldn’t recommend Canlis

[@LeadLeftLeon]

Seattle is too grungy for fine dining

[@alexl3525]

All that for 2 ounces of food. Also, doubt your average citizen can afford to sit at Canlis. Overrated and overpriced.

[@THEjoelivingstone]

Seattleite takes on teriyaki: It's embarrassing that is the food we're known for, but our food culture is garbage to begin with. The most famous teriyaki in the city was 100% Scaryaki. They were shut down years ago because they were a front for some local gangs. It was a very obvious "HERE'S YOUR FOOD, CAN WE PLEASE GET BACK TO DOING ILLEGAL THINGS PLEASE?" Somehow that's the only teriyaki I've ever liked.

[@Faith-mj6rw]

That is not Seattle's Most Famous Restaurant. Their are more better and cheaper Teriyaki places in Seattle! You should be fired for your false advertising 🖕👊

[@joshuastefanick4806]

The word umami is used too much

[@Topsecret888...]

Canlis is the best restaurant in Seattle? Hahahhahha, that's simply a cruel joke. Need to do an edit........I should say that's a terrible looking teriyaki.

[@David-we5nr]

have a less pretentious person dsecribe it next time pls thanks

[@nicolasb5613]

Well over rated

[@michellelarson9983]

saddened to see beautiful european food places all closed in seattle-80% italian greek french taken over by ...well..if you dont like it like me none really good alternatives left to sugar oil sour overly weird spiced mixed w tons pork cuisines ...

[@ncmartinez_his]

Chef was so gracious. However, can we move away from using umami to describe savory flavors?

[@ixfalia]

Is this not a great case to use umami since teriyaki is a Japanese inspired dish? The ingredients picked are specifically tailored towards the Japanese cuisine's concept of umami, since that term was inspired by and describes dashi broth. Umami is an official term and the scientific term to describe the sensation on the glutamine/nucleotide receptors because glutamates as compounds were discovered by a Japanese scientist.

[@isomarulor]

She wasn't describing savory flavor she's describing umami flavor from Guanosine monophosphate which is an umami extract found in mushrooms

[@DrAlwaysFirst]

First

[@thedivide3688]

Too bad the first comment was just to get attention and didn’t contribute to anything…

[@davidyoung1962]

the prices are way too high

[@QueenOfTheNorth65]

The food certainly looks worth it!

[@lkuypers3680]

It’s a bucket list item for seattlites Once in your life

[@WastrelWay]

At least they have a sense of humor about it. From their online menu: "Eating raw or undercooked ingredients can increase your risk of foodborne illness. It may also increase your chances of having a great time."

[@AlmightyUniden]

It's fine dining, were you born yesterday

[@kjay5056]

@@QueenOfTheNorth65 $700 for a party of 2? Glad you think that's a good deal. Read comment above about their experience eating there.