50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Oak Park

“Nice BBQ self cooking place! Basically a hotpot without the hotpot. Order raw cuts on a tablet and grill your own food.

Food comes out quick because everything is raw. You can only order 10 things at a time which is fine. They have basic meats like pork belly, wagyu (delicious btw), seafood like shrimp, squid. Also they have some sushi. And boba tea courtesy of uniuni. I had the biscoff milk tea. It tasted like straight butter. Wouldn’t recommend.

There’s a bar where you can get your own spices, some alcohol and soda available.

Nice atmosphere, relaxing vibes too.“

“A really great lunch spot to dine and chat with friends!! I came during the “lunch special” hours of 11-3. Service was immediate and very friendly. Both specials we chose also included a rich miso soup. The tempura batter was perfection, crispy and light but not greasy. Everything was presented in a way that was pleasing to the eye. I will definitely return!!“

“Good foods and good service, give it a five (5) ⭐️“

“This is quite literally the best food on earth! I left absolutely no crumbs, everything was delicious and the fish tastes soooo yummy! I built my own bowl with spicy tuna, salmon and crab salad, got a side of spring rolls, ginger and milk tea boba. Everything was to die for and I will definitely be getting this again!“

“Very relaxing environment and excellent sushi choices. Great saki as well.“

“"This is my new favorite thing." -Dr. A. Haller“

“Stopped for a quick bite and couldn’t have been happier with our choice. The ramen was rich, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Alex took the time to walk us through the menu and made excellent recommendations that really elevated our meal. Fantastic service and delicious food! We will absolutely be back!“

“Wonderful service and excellent rolls!! Overall great experience“

“The food was great. A terrific interpretation of Japanese favorites for the local neighborhood.“

“Ora is a fantastic sushi restaurant with FRESH fish and excellent service. Definitely a go to for date night.“

“Amazing sushi... unique offerings, and ultra delicious. i seriously think about my next visit waaaay too much...“

“I called ahead on a Tuesday for their dinner reservations, we were told they weren't busy that night so we went ahead and made the one hour drive just for their sushi and their great reviews. We had the best experience and their sushi was truly top notch. We basically ordered everything on the menu from sushi, caviar to desserts and drinks. they did not disappoint, customer service was superb. The owner even came outside to attend us, he showed up with his own bottle of sake. I truly appreciate the great experience we had at this beautiful and clean restaurant. I have nothing bad to say, the food was high quality and extremely delicious. I definitely recommend this location, even if you have kids which I did. We left so happy and satisfied, loved it.“

“Amazing freshest sushi , best in the town , great service , and nice ambiance.“

“California man says Yes, and highly recommend here“

“30 years I’ve been going to Sai Cafe. Quality has never changed. Always the best.“

“Authentic omakase artfully created and presented. The fish melts in your mouth and the flavors are so wonderfully balanced that you have to wonder how you tolerated anything less beforehand. Worth every penny!!“

“The Sushi was absolutely delicious .“

“Nice and cozy sushi bar. Great food!! Recommended“

“Delicious food. Great variety of sushi, beautifully plated. Great service as well.“

“The dragon roll delicious also the Spicy tuna yum.. and I had the Lychee tini 🍸 it was also great my new spot for sushi“

“Some of the best sushi my girlfriend and I have had in Chicago. Never had a bad meal!“

“This is a super delicious spot that's absolutely worth visiting. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but its cozy atmosphere only adds to the charm and makes the experience feel more inviting.

The food was amazing, full of flavor, and clearly prepared with care. The service was just as impressive, with friendly and attentive staff who made us feel welcome throughout our visit. Between the outstanding food and excellent hospitality, this place is well worth checking out. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.“

“1st omakase and was so much fun for the both of us! The sushi itself was unique and exciting but the service takes the cake. It seemed like the entire staff was very comfortable and each other and all worked toward creating the best possible experience for us. When a promos running you can't beat the cost to quality ratio.“

“I stopped by K Teriyaki in Niles and tried the Chicken Teriyaki lunch special. I placed my order at 11:46 and received it at 12:02, so the wait was pretty reasonable. They also have an online ordering option if you’re short on time.
As far as the food goes, I’d put it on the higher end of middle-of-the-road for me. It’s not the best teriyaki I’ve ever had, but it’s certainly not the worst. The chicken had a slight char, which I enjoyed, and the steamed vegetables—cabbage, broccoli, and carrots—were still crunchy rather than overcooked.

I also like that the teriyaki sauce comes on the side instead of the chicken being covered in it. You can add as much or as little as you want, which gives you more control over the calories and can be helpful for people with dietary restrictions.

It’s a family-friendly spot, too, with high chairs and booster seats available right by the door.

They have five lunch specials, and I’ve decided I’m going to work my way through all of them. The Chicken Teriyaki was a solid start and landed on the higher end of middle-of-the-road for me. I’m looking forward to trying the other four to see which one comes out on top.“

“My favorite place for sushi. A hidden gem of the neighborhood. Nice and hard working people. Food is very good. Highly recommended!“

“Very nice place . Owners are really good people , very warm and friendly . A large selection of drinks and great hang out place . Love it ! Highly recommend!!“

“This is one of the best restaurants I’ve eaten in in the past five years Chef Luis truly has interesting. Take on unique flavors. The combination of Japanese and Latin cuisine atmosphere is great. The staff very educated and fun Beverage program top-notch I’ve taken several of my friends here and we have always had a great experience.“

“Amazing!!🤩 cozy and comfortable, the lighting is great. It’s definitely intimate enough if you’re going on a date or if just lunch for one. I been coming here since they opened. It’s sad I don’t live in the neighborhood anymore. I regularly got their lunch specials. They do delivery!“

“The food was awesome!!! I definitely recommend! 🙂“

“Stopped by One More Sushi Express for lunch and man this spot is such a gem. Used the self order kiosk which was super easy and got the King Boss roll a Salmon Coco drink and my friend got the Godzilla roll plus a Matcha Coco. Both rolls were packed with fish not just rice and filler and everything tasted so fresh you can tell they prep it right when you order. The space is cozy and clean. Staff was nice checked on us once without hovering at all. Already planning to go back after class.“

“Ive been here before for the sushi and yakisoba and enjoyed it. This time I got the teriyaki beef half veg half rice bowl but wouldn’t really recommend. It came with 3 pieces of vegetables. The beef was a bit chewy with a piece or two of gristle, and it was kinda drowned in teriyaki sauce. Most everything else i had from here was good, just wasnt as big a fan of this.“

“Nice atmosphere, good sushi“

“So much to love. Many tasty options and it's BYOB!“

“Best food ever and service love“

“The best omakase experience I have ever had. The wine/sake pairing was perfection, the staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, the chefs are outstanding. The food is stunning and delectable of the highest quality. There are not enough superlatives or adjectives to express how much I enjoyed my meal and the entire experience.“

“Every time I leave this place I look forward to coming back.“

“Highly recommended👍 delicious“

“Delicious food and fabulous service!“

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

“First time here! Everything was delicious.“

“Wow, amazing lunch, just amazing!❤️😃“

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

“First time here with my son. We love it!! So fresh! Definitely coming back.“

“Upscale, elegant atmosphere. Outstanding cocktails.“

“Their Ramen is absolutely delicious!! 5 stars.“

“BEST RAMEN! i dream of it sometimes. something about the coconut milk broth ramen piqued my interest last night, and I'm glad I listened to my intuition. Oh my goodness. whoever's recipe that is, please give them a massive hug for me right now and say thank you because that was the most delicious thing I've had in so long. What a TREAT! these folks have somehow managed to incorporate happiness as an ingredient in their food, so when you eat it, All the happiness particles travel through your body for 24 to 48 hours and you feel extremely satisfied and fulfilled. you might miss the ramen afterwards, and you might end up having dreams about it like I do but trust me, they're pleasant dreams.“

“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.“

“the best sushi in chicago 😍 everything super delicious and very good service, 🥰“

“Wonderful, authentic, beautiful Japanese sushi & food with a fantastic, hands on owner & exceptional service.“

“Excellent staff. Drinks are a bit weak but overall very enjoyable.“