Big shout out to Elayne and their amazing staff for making our dining experience so pleasant. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Travis Wasson
Dined here while visiting from out of town with friend's recommendation. Though pricey for what you get, our party of 5 was very satisfied. Good quality was very high due to ingredients and preparation. Though we forgot to get a reservation, they were able to seat us in about 30 minutes. Our server was extremely helpful and accommodating.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Benjamin Lawson
Good okonomyaki, does both Hiroshima and Osaka styles. Not served as casually as in Japan but was good and not overpriced. We ended up getting two and that was more than enough for us both.Would do again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kash
My girlfriends and I thought this was a wonderful sharing experience!We made a trio girls day out of it, and got to share the double garlic app (all three of us absolutely are obsessed with roasted garlic and HAD to try), pork belly yakisoba, and two different types of pancakes. We also all got the lychee ? martinis, they are small but mighty.My favorite part about the desert that we got at the end, was the homemade ice cream that was inside of it! Their salted caramel ice cream and matcha ice cream is amazing! ?
This was an experience to enjoy! The food was made and brought out so quick, and the best part was a view to see it all!The yakisoba and the okonomiyaki were my favorite dishes to eat. The marinated short ribs were good too but stick with the yakisoba and okonomiyaki instead!Their desserts were -> chefs kiss, I recommend getting them if you have a sweet tooth at the end of the meal!
This was a 5 star experience. The food was so delicious and came out FAST. We had food in front of us within 5 minutes of ordering. Not only that but we watched them make it in front of us due to their unique viewing window along the bar. Both the yakisoba and the okonomiyaki were so good. The donut we had for dessert was also really tasty. The only thing I didn’t love was my drink. The highball I had didnt feel like it had much whiskey in it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandon Jackson
Food was good and the service was great. In my opinion this is a specific taste kind of food. While I did enjoy my meal I don't have to return for another. The drinks were amazing though and the donut was awesome. It was cool to be able to see the cooks if you sat by the bar.
What a great experience... the food and drinks were outstanding... it doesn't matter what you choose will be delicious... you ll feel an explosion of flavors in your mouth... highly recommend... I ll come back for more...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Uriel Rosales
Wheelchair accessibility: Generally Wheelchair Accessible. Staff is accommodating, just try to make a note in online reservations or call to let them know ahead of time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Sesame, Hiroshima Style, Pork Yakisoba, Mochi Donut
Ashley S.
Live in the neighborhood but first time visiting! I'm a big fan of bok choy and this didn't disappoint. The garlic was a little different, you really have to like garlic to like this dish. The beef OKONOMIYAKI was very, very good. We sat at the bar and the bar staff were very attentive. We're doing dry January and they do have n/a options. Give Gaijin a try if you're in the area (the door is somewhat blocked by the Morgan L stop)!
The octopus osaka style okonomiyaki is amazing, the hiroshima style mushroom one was sooo tasty as well. The portions are plentiful and the staff is very knowledgeable and
One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. The Okonomiyaki is top-notch. Better than some that I've had in Japan. I really like that they serve Hiroshima-style. It's very rare to see that, but a delicious dish none-the-less.Desert and drinks are great, too! The kakigori (shaved ice) is so light and fluffy. This restaurant serves the full spectrum of sweet and savory with a divine variety of textures.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aleksei Ananin
Sauce that they put on pancakes was yucky.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
rameez syed
This place is an Instagramer's Friend's delight:Are you tired of your instagram friend taking you to fancy plate restaurants and making Mukbang ASMR sounds of how good the food is on camera, while you both regret ordering the barrel of cheese off camera....Well, this place fixes both those issues. The hot plate style tables and the beautiful plating will keep your photo clicking, ASMR recording friend super busy, while you can dive in and enjoy a pretty tasty dinner.They serve both styles of okonomiyaki. You cant go wrong either way.Savor the moment and enjoy the meal.Ambience and lighting: Great.Food: I dont think i ve ever had the same food twice and everything so far has been great.Vegan/Vegetarian option available. the Waiting staff is super nice and accommodates dishes accordingly.Pro tip:Order something with Bonito flakes and watch them lose their mind.Vegetarian options: You can make the veg options vegan too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Matcha Shaved Ice, Beef Korokke, Pork Belly Yakisoba, Hiroshima Style, Yuzu, Vegetarian, Sesame Yuzu, The Gaijin, Traditional Hiroshima
Jasmine L.
My first time trying okonomiyaki and it was amazing! This restaurant is small and quaint with excellent service. Our server explained the different options in such detail, and he made great recommendations. It was very cool to see the cooks make it behind the bar too!We had the Traditional Hiroshima Okonomiyaki and the Beef Osaka Style Okonomiyaki, which were botj fantastic. The various sauces on each really did the dish justice, and the presentation was beautiful!There's also several bus stops within blocks of the restaurant. Would definitely recommend!!
Big shout out to Elayne and their amazing staff for making our dining experience so pleasant. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dined here while visiting from out of town with friend's recommendation. Though pricey for what you get, our party of 5 was very satisfied. Good quality was very high due to ingredients and preparation. Though we forgot to get a reservation, they were able to seat us in about 30 minutes. Our server was extremely helpful and accommodating.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good okonomyaki, does both Hiroshima and Osaka styles. Not served as casually as in Japan but was good and not overpriced. We ended up getting two and that was more than enough for us both.Would do again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My girlfriends and I thought this was a wonderful sharing experience!We made a trio girls day out of it, and got to share the double garlic app (all three of us absolutely are obsessed with roasted garlic and HAD to try), pork belly yakisoba, and two different types of pancakes. We also all got the lychee ? martinis, they are small but mighty.My favorite part about the desert that we got at the end, was the homemade ice cream that was inside of it! Their salted caramel ice cream and matcha ice cream is amazing! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Matcha Shaved Ice, Hiroshima Style, Osaka Style
This was an experience to enjoy! The food was made and brought out so quick, and the best part was a view to see it all!The yakisoba and the okonomiyaki were my favorite dishes to eat. The marinated short ribs were good too but stick with the yakisoba and okonomiyaki instead!Their desserts were -> chefs kiss, I recommend getting them if you have a sweet tooth at the end of the meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Matcha Shaved Ice, Pork Belly Yakisoba, Osaka-Style Okonomiyaki, Mochi Donut
This was a 5 star experience. The food was so delicious and came out FAST. We had food in front of us within 5 minutes of ordering. Not only that but we watched them make it in front of us due to their unique viewing window along the bar. Both the yakisoba and the okonomiyaki were so good. The donut we had for dessert was also really tasty. The only thing I didn’t love was my drink. The highball I had didnt feel like it had much whiskey in it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was good and the service was great. In my opinion this is a specific taste kind of food. While I did enjoy my meal I don't have to return for another. The drinks were amazing though and the donut was awesome. It was cool to be able to see the cooks if you sat by the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Matcha Shaved Ice, Hiroshima Style, Mochi Donut
What a great experience... the food and drinks were outstanding... it doesn't matter what you choose will be delicious... you ll feel an explosion of flavors in your mouth... highly recommend... I ll come back for more...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wheelchair accessibility: Generally Wheelchair Accessible. Staff is accommodating, just try to make a note in online reservations or call to let them know ahead of time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Sesame, Hiroshima Style, Pork Yakisoba, Mochi Donut
Live in the neighborhood but first time visiting! I'm a big fan of bok choy and this didn't disappoint. The garlic was a little different, you really have to like garlic to like this dish. The beef OKONOMIYAKI was very, very good. We sat at the bar and the bar staff were very attentive. We're doing dry January and they do have n/a options. Give Gaijin a try if you're in the area (the door is somewhat blocked by the Morgan L stop)!
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The octopus osaka style okonomiyaki is amazing, the hiroshima style mushroom one was sooo tasty as well. The portions are plentiful and the staff is very knowledgeable and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Osaka-Style Okonomiyaki, Hiroshima Style
One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. The Okonomiyaki is top-notch. Better than some that I've had in Japan. I really like that they serve Hiroshima-style. It's very rare to see that, but a delicious dish none-the-less.Desert and drinks are great, too! The kakigori (shaved ice) is so light and fluffy. This restaurant serves the full spectrum of sweet and savory with a divine variety of textures.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sauce that they put on pancakes was yucky.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
This place is an Instagramer's Friend's delight:Are you tired of your instagram friend taking you to fancy plate restaurants and making Mukbang ASMR sounds of how good the food is on camera, while you both regret ordering the barrel of cheese off camera....Well, this place fixes both those issues. The hot plate style tables and the beautiful plating will keep your photo clicking, ASMR recording friend super busy, while you can dive in and enjoy a pretty tasty dinner.They serve both styles of okonomiyaki. You cant go wrong either way.Savor the moment and enjoy the meal.Ambience and lighting: Great.Food: I dont think i ve ever had the same food twice and everything so far has been great.Vegan/Vegetarian option available. the Waiting staff is super nice and accommodates dishes accordingly.Pro tip:Order something with Bonito flakes and watch them lose their mind.Vegetarian options: You can make the veg options vegan too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Matcha Shaved Ice, Beef Korokke, Pork Belly Yakisoba, Hiroshima Style, Yuzu, Vegetarian, Sesame Yuzu, The Gaijin, Traditional Hiroshima
My first time trying okonomiyaki and it was amazing! This restaurant is small and quaint with excellent service. Our server explained the different options in such detail, and he made great recommendations. It was very cool to see the cooks make it behind the bar too!We had the Traditional Hiroshima Okonomiyaki and the Beef Osaka Style Okonomiyaki, which were botj fantastic. The various sauces on each really did the dish justice, and the presentation was beautiful!There's also several bus stops within blocks of the restaurant. Would definitely recommend!!