50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Buffalo Grove

“If you want the very best sushi go to Taste of Tokyo! We can’t say enough about how nice, friendly, and creative the owners and their staff are! If they don’t have something on their sushi menu that you want, then just ask! And they will gladly make it! If you want to relax with comfortable seats, great background music, reasonable prices, then visit Taste of Tokyo! If you love to support small businesses in your community then visit Taste Of Tokyo! We are just so grateful for them and their Great Foods!“

“delicioso! 100% recomendado“

“This is one of my go to places for authentic Chinese food! Their egg rolls and orange chicken are delicious with Great portions at a reasonable price. My waiter was super friendly and always tried to create conversation with us. Highly recommend this place!“

“Sushi lover here. Ordered couple times 3 rolls lunch special and it was great. The quality of the rolls is top notch. Today I went to try the signature nigiri and Ari maki along with their house sake and it was just amazing.
Make sure to try the Zuke salmon nigiri, Yellowtail signature nigiri and the Big eye tuna nigiri as well. They are all wow😌“

“豐富美味價格合宜，算是道地日本拉麵。服務很好，工作人員很友善！“

“Always a dining experience for my tastebuds. The service, the food, the ambience. You couldn’t ask for more. The sushi rice is, hands down, the best we’ve ever had. Questions answered, recommendations given, new adventures with unknown cuisine. This is our go to for the authentic taste of Japan.“

“the food is yummy / authentic japanese ! the service is great ,“

“Best omakase menu in the suburbs.“

“Now one of my favorite restaurants! My friend and I came in for dinner, and everything was amazing! The atmosphere was so inviting and warm, the food was fresh and tasty, the complementary tea was super delicious, and the owner/chef/waitress was so kind and an absolute gem!

I had the beef bento box, and it was hot and fresh and extremely good. There is so much food you get in each of the bentos! My friend had the chicken katsu dinner and it was the best katsu we've ever had.

Absolute recommend to anyone wanting some comforting Japanese food.“

“Very nice, hardworking staff and delicious food! Love this place and highly recommend!! 😋👍“

“I love this place so much. The take out is quick, fresh, reasonably priced and SO delicious! My last visit, the chef was literally the server at the same time, I did a walk-in takeout order for Sashimi and it was ready fresh in 10 mins. Tasted incredible. Pro tip: Sometimes their hours aren't accurate on here, I've found them to be actually open a few times when internet said closed, so always worth a phone call attempt first!“

“Small resto with few bistro tables and chairs. They have different choices in their menus. My fave is the chicken nanban. Crispy breaded chicken strips soaked ij sweet and tangu vinegar-soy sauce and tiooed with tartar sauce or mayo and it is really yummy! It has rice and salad already. We also ordered Shaka Shaka fries and you can choose from their different flavors like cheese, corn, miso, happy happy and many more. They give you paper bag and you can mox the flavorings. Very addictive! Lastly we tried the Teriyaki omelet burger, seems like irdinary burger but they topped it with the freshly cooked japanese omelet. The server slice the omelet and add mayo and teriyaki sauce. Since it is huge and messy to eat, they give you pastic gloves. Teriyaki burger is tasty and not too sweet. Service is superb!“

“Decent overall, pretty authentic japanese restaurant experience.However, the 20% service charge should be clearly disclosed on the menu and at the entrance. There's nothing wrong with charging a service fee, but Chicago rules require service fees and surcharges to be clearly and prominently disclosed before customers order. Surprising customers with a mandatory charge at the end is not good practice.“

“We've lived in this area for 20 years now, and this is hands down one of our favorite local establishments. The service is warm, yet efficient, and the food is outstanding. Highly recommend for an evening with a few friends or an intimate one on one dinner.

I wish nothing but the best for this restaurant and its owners. Solid A+.“

“Hanakawa is my comfort food spot, no question. Their fried rice with the yum yum sauce is what I order every single time, honestly haven't branched out because why mess with perfection. Consistent every visit, great portions, and the yum yum sauce alone is worth the trip. If you haven't tried it you're missing out.“

“Spicy miso Ramen, so good“

“Finally tried this restaurant after having driven by many times. It happened to be during happy hour so I ordered the choose 3 rolls for $15. I was expecting a small order but it seemed like a regular portion. I ended up ordering another roll and bringing some home. Will definitely return to try other rolls.“

“Best sushi ever, great hospitality, I recommend the Salmon Sunset. I can never get sushi anywhere else, this place is a hidden gem!! 10/10“

“Hands down one of the best Tonkatsu Bentos around. The pork cutlet was crispy, golden, and incredibly juicy. Sankyu Sushi & Izakaya does an amazing job honoring traditional Japanese flavors while delivering consistent quality. A five-star experience every time.“

“perfect foods...great decorations.. nice price...“

“I can’t say enough wonderful things about this restaurant. From the thoughtfully designed space and beautiful ambiance to the genuinely warm, humble people who make you feel so welcome, the care behind every detail is unmistakable. The food is exceptional, and the quality speaks for itself - you can tell no corners are cut.

Our family has officially found our favorite sushi spot. Welcome to the neighborhood! Wishing you all the success you so clearly deserve.“

“Great sushi in the suburbs. Fish quality is amazing!
Ordered:
miso soup- good could have been more hot
Tuna crispy rice- good, had a sweet sauce drizzled on top and small but very good
Otoro sashimi
Otoro and hamachi hand roll- otoro was outstanding
Sunset roll- not my favorite but quality of fish was amazing and presentation with edible stars
Will be back!!

Good music- r&b, pop and hip hop“

“Always great entertainment and food!!!“

“great food. bit of a wait but worth it. fresh crispy tempura with a sweet tendon sauce. the udon has a beautiful smokey broth with great noodles, add a bit of their onikasu for a bit of spice and extra flavor.“

“The food & service are always spot on. We only go a few times a yr for birthdays, & we are always greeted kindly by the front of the house as well as all the servers. Had the hot dynamite roll for the first time & it was amazing!“

“Love this place. Very fresh sushi!“

“Great food. Excellent friendly service.“

“If I could give this place 10 stars, I absolutely would! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This is not just delicious food — it's absolute perfection! Everything is incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. The menu is so extensive and full of amazing choices that you literally want to try everything!
You can truly taste the quality and care that goes into every dish. It's rare to find a place where the food is this consistently impressive.
Definitely one of the best sushi experiences I've ever had, and a place I'll happily return to again and again!“

“Everything was absolutely delicious! We tried the Buldak Cream Udon, Tempura Udon, and King Pork Cutlet, and loved every single dish. The Buldak Cream Udon was creamy, spicy, and so flavorful, and the pork cutlet was perfectly HUGE, crispy and juicy. The Tempura Udon was also amazing! Definitely recommend this place.“

“I honestly really liked this place! My friend took me to dinner here and it really is a hidden gem. Yes, the prices are high, but the food and service was worth it. The owner is also such a cute, lovely lady and she makes the experience even better. She gave us free egg rolls and they were absolutely delicious. Our server was also kind and the whole vibes of the place are just super nice. Def recommend!“

“More people absolutely need to pay Carlos a visit.

Immaculate tempura and generally have your order ready quick and fresh.

I got the Edomar Tempura plate and loved it.
I especially love how when you get the plate they include the grated daikon in your tentsuyu! The only place in the US I've seen even include it.

Absolutely try it out if you haven't yet. I highly recommend any combo that includes a shishito pepper with it!“

“Great service and atmosphere. The service is always attentive and polite. The decor and ambiance is great for date nights or just a chill dinner
The food is the only thing that gets a star off.
I wasn’t expecting the ramen to be rocking for a sushi place but it was lukewarm warm and not very flavourful. Along with the stray nigiri being crazy fishy or rubbery. Otherwise their rolls and sashimi are pretty great, along with their banging fried rice. Highly recommend stopping by!“

“First time going here was amazing, staff was great and very respectful, and don’t even get me started on the ramen, everything about it was amazing from the taste to the look. But yeah honestly great place to grab ramen.“

“ROYCE’ Chocolate is absolutely incredible. This is some of the best and most delicious chocolate I’ve ever had. The texture is unbelievably smooth and creamy, and every bite melts in your mouth. The flavors are rich without being overpowering, and the quality really stands out. An amazing treat and also a perfect gift.“

“Absolutely fantastic! I ordered the Kaiseki Bento with Salmon, and it was a feast! The grilled salmon was perfectly cooked—crispy skin with tender, flaky meat. The bento came with miso soup, fresh salad, delicious gyoza, tempura that was light and crispy, and a few California rolls that rounded out the meal beautifully. Great presentation and flavor. Sushi EN has definitely become my new go-to for Japanese lunch and dinner specials!“

“Love it!!!, the food and service was amazing. Would go for it again. 10/10!“

“I have been to Wu’s House in Merriville, IN and Orlando Park. This location is by far an overachiever. The pond, the bridge the decor inside I felt like I was on vacation. all employees were oh so inviting, but our server his name is Yoga. He put his heart and soul into our service and made our experience extraordinary. I have been having sushi for quite a few years now, but this sushi was the best I’ve ever had. I know that is a bold statement, but oh so true. Our meals were freshly made. The flavors were spot on. I wished I lived next-door so I could go every day. I live in Joliet, but I will be coming here as often as I can. It is well worth the One hour trip. I Pray for your success, you are an asset to the community.“

“Lovely restaurant for parties of all sizes. We had 8 adults and 2 children.

Sushi is very good.

Spring roll was very good.

Shrimp,dishes were very good.

Service was very good.

Basically, everything was very good.

Not crowded for a Thursday dinner.

Menu had plenty of options.

Yep, no pictures. Someday I’ll remember. I don’t eat at restaurants just to review them; I eat at these restaurants because someone in my party made reservations.“

“Everything was excellent!!!“

“Best sushi. Better than your fancy Chicago spot. It’s the only restaurant we frequent regularly. They have something for everyone including non sushi lovers.“

“Food was absolutely delicious!! Highly recommend!!“

“great place to eat, very good service and very large portions. loved it here“

“Wonderful place, the food is amazing! The staff is always so friendly!“

“First time ever trying this place out as I’m not currently living in the Chicago area and we don’t have them where I live, but I had heard great things about this place and I was not disappointed at all. It was delicious and a lot of food for the price! I wish they would build one in Texas.“

“So, I stopped here after my post-op visit and ordered crab rangoon & orange chicken.
The crab rangoon is what I ate first, and as someone who has visited over three dozen american-chinese food selling restaurants in the Chicagoland area it is the best I have ever eaten. Really really spectacular. Incredibly tasty, strong flavors in both the filling & the sauce. Perfect amount of wrapping to filling. Will be coming here again when I'm in the area, just so I can get another set of them. I genuinely considered going back in and ordering another set when I finished the first but I had my orange chicken to eat so I sadly decided against it.

The orange chicken was next, and it was okay. I did enjoy it, but it came with onions (which I love) and bell peppers (which I hate) so I would've asked for it without the bell peppers if I'd known. Also the flavor wasn't as strong as I like, I prefer a strong orange flavor and a lot of sauce. This didn't have that, but it was the crispiest chicken I've ever had with orange chicken so that was definitely a bonus.
All in all, I'll definitely come back the next time I have an appointment here, mostly to get crab rangoon but I'll definitely be trying other things as well!“

“First time here. Will definitely be coming back many times! The Red Miso Ramen was the best I have had in a long time! Cannot wait to come back!“

“We love this place and we will going to miss it“

“This restaurant has been a longtime favorite for our friends and family, especially when we’re craving sushi! 🍣❤ The interior has been expanded several times, so there’s plenty of comfortable seating, although it was completely packed when we visited on a Saturday night. Everything we ordered was consistently delicious, from the spicy kinoko, buta kimchi, ika butter, and karaage to the must-try carpaccio. 😋 The sushi and sashimi are always incredibly fresh! What really makes this place special is the loyal staff-many sushi bar and kitchen employees have been here since the early days, which gives the food a truly authentic and consistent taste. Annie at the front is always so warm and welcoming, making every visit feel like dinner at a relative’s home. 🥰🍱✨“

“Fresh, Fresh, Fresh Seafoods! Great Service! Tasty foods.“

“Great food and service enjoyed my meal will definitely come back“