22 Best Japanese Restaurants near Melrose Park

Asian Express Chinese • $
902 W North Ave, Melrose Park

Customers` Favorites

2 Entrees Side Beef w Broccoli Sesame Chicken
Fried Rice Rib Tip Orange Chicken
Hot & Spicy Chicken
Bourbon Chicken
Wonton Soup
Pad Thai

“I find some of the low reviews here baffling. I think some people may be confusing this restaurant with other Chinese restaurants due to its rather non descript name. Make no mistake, the food here is excellent and punches way above its price point.Coming in the first time I was pessimistic. It seemed your standard pre prepared food menu ready to dish out quickly to the lunch crowd panda express style. I quickly became a huge fan after eating large well prepared portions I would expect from a normal sit down restaurant. Yes it's your standard generic fare but made so much better.Great food, great price. Appreciate these places, the owners care about making something good.“

4.5 Superb42 Reviews
Ton-Ichi ramen Japanese • $
74 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove - 9.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

spicy tonkotsu kimchi ramen r5 辣豚骨拉面 泡菜拉面
tonkotsu rich garlic r7 蒜香豚骨拉面
spicy miso r3 辣味噌拉面
Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen
Pork and Chicken Ramen
Spicy Chicken Ramen
Japanese Cheese Cake
Spicy Vegan Ramen
Mochi for Dessert
Tonkotsu Classic

“great food I love the atmosphere and culture when you walk in .the server is really nice she shows great customer service skills and she is beautiful too but I will definitely recommend this to anyone“

4.8 Superb208 Reviews
ARI Sushi Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $$
1285 Elmhurst Rd, Des Plaines - 9.81 miles

Customers` Favorites

Smoked White Tuna Special
Spicy Tuna Rice Crispy
Ari Signature Nigiri
Sashimi Combination
Sushi Firebird
Salad Dressing
Salmon Sashimi
Shrimp Tempura
Signature Maki
Crunch Salmon

“Love this place! The food was delicious with amazing presentation. It's very clear the chefs put careful detail into every menu item and is one of the best veggie maki rolls I've ever had from a restaurant. The service was great and staff made my experience enjoyable along with the amazing food prepared, I highly recommend trying this restaurant!“

4.9 Superb124 Reviews
Kurumaya Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $
1201 E Higgins Rd, Elk Grove Village - 10.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Japanese Rolled Egg Tamago
Beef Teriyaki Bento Box
手作りコロッケ
日替わりランチ
Ton Katsu Curry Rice
Kurumaya Bento Box
Sashimi Appertizer
Kaisen Kaiso Salad
Chicken Teriyaki
Teriyaki Chicken

“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.“

4.7 Superb145 Reviews
Ramen Misoya Japanese • $
1584 Busse Rd, Mt Prospect - 10.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hokkaido Chashu Ramen with Extra Egg
Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
Hokkaido Miso Ramen
Spicy Miso Ramen
Karaage Chicken
Authentic Ramen
Chicken Karaage
Takoyaki Balls
Spicy Hokkaido
Fried Chicken

“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!“

4.5 Superb127 Reviews
Poke Okie Japanese • $
2945 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago - 7.58 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hawaiian Sunshine
Spam Musubi
Poke Bowl
Edamame
Salads

“I believe this place is a sister location to The Sipping Turtle, that being said the food is so good. I love the freshness of the ingredients, it truly is fully customizable. Only thing I wouldn’t recommend is their smoothies, I just don’t think they have a lot of flavor (super bland smoothies, taste like a lot of ice)“

4.8 Superb93 Reviews
Wasabi Restaurant & Bar Sushi • $
31 S Prospect Ave, Clarendon Hills - 8.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice
Captain Jack Roll
Spicy Miso Ramen
Orange Chicken
Beef Wbroccoli
Fried Avocado
Beef Chow Fun
Mexican Roll
Godzilla Roll
Alaskan Roll

“Always amazing. Never disappoints. Wasabi delivers some of the highest grade sushi around. Service is prompt and courteous, and they are very respectful and mindful about food allergens and sensitivities. I can not get enough of this place. 5 stars across the board highly recommended.

Vegetarian options: I love their veggie rolls! So good.

Dietary restrictions: I am allergic to shellfish, octopus, mackerel and gluten amongst other things. They are always happy to substitute if need be and make sure I have everything I need to enjoy my meal without incident. I have never had a food reaction or even an upset stomach eating here. They are very mindful to make sure they serve what I ordered and nothing else.“

4.4 Superb76 Reviews
Poke Burrito Elmhurst Japanese • $
162 N York St, Elmhurst - 4.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

Customized Bowl with Shrimp Crab Salad and Marinated Salmon
Jimmy's Creation Bowl
Salmon Poke Bowl
Spicy Tuna Bowl
Mochi Doughnut
Tempura Shrimp
Sushi Burrito
Godzilla Roll
Poke Burrito
Sushi Bowl

“Delicious poke bowl! Fast delivery!“

4.6 Superb81 Reviews
Roka Akor - Oak Brook Japanese • $$$
166 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook - 6.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Prime Beef Tataki with Fresh Shaved Truffle Truffle Jus and Pickled Daikon
Robata Grilled Pork Belly with Pickled Radish and Tarragon Miso
Korean Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Smoked Eggplant and Cucumber
Toro Tartare with Osetra Caviar Quail Egg and Taro Crisps
Robata Grilled Pork Belly Pickled Radish Tarragon Miso
Prime Beef Tataki Truffle Truffle Jus Pickled Daikon
Yuzu Miso Marinated Black Cod with Pickled Red Onion
Wagyu Beef and Kimchi Dumplings with Soy Vinaigrette
Japanese Style Fried Chicken with Sweet Chili Aioli
Tiger Prawn Tempura with Pink Peppercorn Tentsuyu

“This is absolutely a one of a kind experience! My mother and I did the “Decadent Omakase” as it was our first visit. Lee, our waiter was amazing. All of the staff that helped us were so informative and kind! The flavor in each selection was beyond this world. It was pricey but worth every single penny. I have never had a better experience in my life. The Omakase was EIGHT COURSES. Every one being perfectly curated. I cannot wait to go back.“

4.4 Superb277 Reviews
Sankyu Sushi Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $$
1176 Elmhurst Rd, Mt Prospect - 10.84 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lunch Special Katsu Curry
Special Sashimi Platter
Import Beer from Japan
Teriyaki Chicken Bento
Softshell Crab Tempura
Spicy Miso Ramen
Spicy California
Tonkatsu Entrée
Deepfried Gyoza
Unagi Kabayaki

“Folks, this is the real deal. All the food was great. I'm pretty sure the chef is Japanese. I say so because they have authentic items like Nira Tama and Kampyou Maki (both fabulous, by the way) that you won't see on the menu at other places. They also had Iichiko (wheat shouchu (think vodka)), and they were happy to make me an oolong wari. Loved it!“

4.6 Superb55 Reviews
Tenjin Japanese Restaurant, formerly Renga-Tei Japanese • $$
3956 W Touhy Ave, Lincolnwood - 10.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sashimi and Sunomono Bento
Chicken Teriyaki Bento Box
Hotate Gai Scallops
Green Tea Ice Cream
Chicken Katsu Set
Pork Katsu Curry
California Roll
Seaweed Sunomono
Tempura Udon Or
Shrimp Tempura

“have eaten here for many years. I am aware of the new management but we will continue to come to the eat at RengaTei“

4.4 Superb113 Reviews
Chicago Kalbi BBQ Korean • $$$
3752 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago - 8.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Green Tea Ice Cream
Japanese Sundae
Korean Barbecue
Korean Lettuce
Kalbi Short Rib
Yukke Raw Beef
特上カルビ
Lemon Sorbet
Cream Anmitsu
Korean Kalbi

“We had a fabulous dinner last night at Chicago Kalbi with Cummins Peru, Komat'su, and the VPs from Antimina copper mine.

Such a great place, where you cook the wagyu & kobe beef at your table. The food was delicious ?

Isao Tozuka, the chef and his wife Chiyo-san, are fabulous hosts, very friendly, and really happy to help and show you how things are do e.

I would definitely recommend coming here. It's a unique place. Make sure you book though ad it can be busy.“

4.8 Superb79 Reviews
Tenichi Sushi & Ramen Japanese • $$
7150 Carpenter Rd, Skokie - 9.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen - For Garlic Lovers
Tonkotsu Black Rich Ramen
Sashimi Plate C 15 Pieces
Premium Tonkotsu Combo
Spicy Umami Miso Ramen
Chicken Wonton Ramen
Tuna Avocado Maki
Spicy Ocean Maki
Pork Gyoza 6pcs
Seaweed Salad

“Awesome vibe, the atmosphere is spectacular and the service is exceptional! We got ramen which was very nice. You can add or take away from any of your choice ramen. We also got a cucumber salad, their fried chicken and kimchi, all very good.You order everything via an iPad, even order water. Very cool services. We will definitely be coming back for the sushi next!“

4.4 Superb74 Reviews
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Nabuki

Nabuki Japanese • $$$
18 E 1st St, Hinsdale - 7.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Tuna with Fake Crab Roll
Tuna Tartare with Caviar
Udon Noodle Soup
California Roll
Lettuce Wraps
Godzilla Roll
Soba Noodles
Rainbow Roll
House Salad
Fried Rice

“The wait staff was excellent and if I remember correctly we had Gary as our waiter!! Quick and friendly! Wonderful food! Amazing drinks🥃“

4.3 Superb140 Reviews
Woow Sushi Japanese • $$
35 LaGrange Rd, La Grange - 5.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spiderman Roll Left & Philadelphia Roll Right
Dragon Boston and Philadelphia Roll
Chocolate and Strawberry Mochi
Sushi and Sashimi Combination
Pad Thai with Shrimp
All You Can Eat Sushi
Shrimp Fried Rice
California Roll
Orange Chicken
Godzilla Roll

“first time here last night for dinner and certainly not my last time. I love downtown Lagrange. my Friend and I were so lucky to find this gem of a restaurant.“

4.3 Superb66 Reviews
Nami Sushi Japanese • $$
7344 W Lawrence Ave, Harwood Heights - 5.17 miles

Customers` Favorites

Teriyaki or Eel Sauce
Green Dragon Roll
Chicken Teriyaki
Cucumber Salad
Dynamite Roll
Deluxe Salmon
Crab Rangoon
Godzilla Roll
California
Avocado

“Excellent food and service!! Highly recommend!“

4.2 Good66 Reviews
Dotombori Japanese • $$
1526 Miner St, Des Plaines - 9.81 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Tuna Spicy Salmon Spicy Crab
Sashimi Appetizer
Mochi Ice Cream
Salmon Sashimi
Banana Wonton
Nigiri Deluxe
Tempura Udon
Miso Soup
Tonkatsu
Noodles

“Really cute Japanese place close to the airport, our actual plan was to get Halal pizza from Girodano’s but had to change our plans and the wife picked this place at a walking distance.

Her favourite thing was the “spicy fire” appetiser, which is made with cream cheese, jalapeno and salmon. We also had the spicy ramen noodle soup and the yakisoba (another noodle dish but stir fry).

Cozy ambiance inside and the service is really good too. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to have sth asian“

4.2 Good32 Reviews
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Gyumon

Gyumon Japanese •
105 N Marion St, Oak Park - 2.92 miles
5 Superb1 Reviews
Summertime Jazz Cafe / Lounge Japanese • $
1132 Elmhurst Rd, Mt Prospect - 10.86 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Namban
Chicken Katsu
Edamame
Karaage

“Warm, cozy, and slightly upscale. The izakaya has karaoke rooms available for rent, but the vibe of the place is great for ordering a few beers, some karaage, and whatever's on special (check their Instagram).Don't forget to bring something to read. They use great coffee beans and have good pour over technique if you get a cup of coffee to cap your meal.Haven't checked out any of the live Jazz or classical music but it sounds interesting!“

4.3 Superb6 Reviews
Sakura Japan Japanese • $
5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont - 5.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Teriyaki with Fried Rice
Chicken & Beef Teriyaki
Noodles

“Good food for a great price. Service was fine, not friendly, not rude, but very quick and competent.
Trust me on this, get the noodles, oh yes yummy. And add veggies, very satisfying. Hubs agrees.
I was happily surprised by the amount of well made food for the price. And made quickly.“

4.1 Good20 Reviews
CHICAGO RAMEN Park Ridge Japanese • $
1056 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge - 8.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Vegetable Ramen with Egg
Spicy Chicken Ramen with Egg
Chicken Karaage Rice Bowl
Shrimp Tempura Rice Bowl
White Miso Chicken Ramen
Red Miso Ramen with Egg
Spicy Red Miso Ramen
White Miso Ramen
Beef Curry Ramen
Edamame Garlic

“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.“

4.1 Good133 Reviews
Yama Sushi Bar Sushi • $$
731 Lake St, Oak Park - 3.34 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tempura Bento Box Lunch Special
10 Piece Sashimi Meal
California Roll
Spicy Tonkatsu
Tempura Udon
Spicy Tuna
Miso Soup
Takoyaki
Megatron
Dragon

“I’ve come here a few times now since they opened and I can confidently say it’s some of the best Japanese food I’ve ever had. There takoyaki especially is the best in the city, probably in the Chicago area in general. I’ve had both their spicy tonkatsu ramen and black garlic ramen and the black garlic is my favorite of the two but they’re both very good. My wife tried their lunch special recently and was a huge fan. I’m hoping to come here for years to come so do yourself a favor and give them a try.“

4.9 Superb71 Reviews

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