I moved to the northern Naperville area about a year ago and have been exploring lunch spots…read more Tanaka sushi is my favorite hands-down when it comes to flavor and affordability. I regularly get their spicy chicken teriyaki lunch special (2-3x a month). It comes with miso soup, rice, and a side of cabbage. 16$. Flavors are amazing, onion has a crisp texture, chicken is moist and spicy! I'm so lucky to have tanaka next to work!!

I love the focus on quality food here. It's definitely a hit for us. Affordable, self-service,…read moreclean environment... etc. list goes on. I'd 1000% recommend if you're looking to get sushi in the area.

I loved our AYCE Korean bbq dinner at Seocho Garden. I was craving kbbq (and not from a chain…read morerestaurant but a friendly family-owned type of establishment) with a spread of banchan and lots of red meat. We found this spot in Lisle and headed straight there. We were 2 adults doing the AYCE ($40/per person). This meal set included choice of unlimited meat, banchan, rice, fluffy egg, veggie pancake, and certain salads. Other items were à la carte like their cold noodles ($5) and lettuce to wrap your meat or kimchi jigae, if you wanted to supplement the basic set. The food was so fresh. The banchan tasted like it was made by my friend's mom (highest compliment), and the meat was delicious. We chose bulgogi, and garlic marinated beef and an unmarinated one. There is a warning that they would charge if there were too many leftovers, so we were careful not to over-indulge since we were just 2 people. I absolutely LOVED the cold noodles. The soup was slightly sweet, buckwheat noodles were so chewy as intended (I was able to eat this without cutting it out with scissors) and included a half hard-boiled egg, slice of Korean pear, and slivers of cucumber. I would come back just for this dish. I was tempted to get the kimchi jigae but knew I wouldn't have room, and also it was sweltering hot outside, in the middle of summer. The service was friendly and quick. We came on the early side, around 6pm so the place was not packed yet with larger dinner parties. Our cups were kept filled with water and we were checked on frequently; our grill was cleaned as needed. This is a spot where I'd love to bring my parents when they visit the burbs (frame of reference is that they love San Soo Gab San in North Park). On the inside of the restaurant, there were tons of 4x6 print outs of customers over the years. I loved the family-friendly aspect of Seocho Garden. They have clearly been a staple for kbbq in the community. Four shining stars. We'll be back!

Love this place. I go a lot with my girlfriends to the point where the owners know us. We always…read moreget great service and the food is reasonably priced. By far the best thing about this place is their food. 10/10 always amazing.

I've been reminiscing on my trip to Japan a lot ever since I came back, so I decided on getting…read moresome Japanese food to hopefully satisfy me. The interior looked and felt so warm with the carefully decorated art made by customers and the staff were welcoming. The dishes cane out timely with good portions and tasted fresh and well-cooked. I enjoyed talking to the staff, as they were so sweet and funny, and overall I had a great experience. - *Baked Salmon Nigiri *Tamago Nigiri *Spicy Ahi (Tuna) & Shrimp Tempura *Tonkatsu *Chocolate Mochi Icecream

Tucked-away little Japanese spot that really surprised me. The chirashi bowl was fresh with thick…read morecuts of fish, the tonkatsu ramen had a rich, savory broth, and the udon noodles were perfectly chewy. Overall, it's miles better than the chain ramen places popping up all over the suburbs. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! 'Til next time, cheers!

Staff is great, the restaurant is very clean, sadly the food is just ok. We went for lunch and were…read moreseated quickly. We ordered the new kimchi ramen and the seafood and kuro buta. Both were just ok, but portions were a good size. We both were very full and each of us had enough leftover for lunch another meal. I had the seafood one and about half the noodles were clumped and hard. I will say the level 3 of the hotel sauce was amazing, we didn't think it was super spicy but the flavor was incredible. We did try to oder a drink but they didn't have some of the menu items available. Not a big issue but disappointing just the same.

This restaurant is located in the strip mall next to other Asian restaurants and serve more than…read morejust ramen. Super cute on the inside with paper lantern lighting and modern wooden seating. Service and food were fantastic! The two dishes I tried were delicious and I wouldn't be able to pick between the two if I had to. Pork sausage chunks yakisoba $15 - Delicious! Comes with pork sausage, wood ear mushrooms, sunny side egg, and more. Da Bomb Rice Bowl $16 - Delicious! Comes with pork belly, pork loin, beef tongue, and more. Sapporo (small bottle) $5 .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2025

I've been coming to this ramen restaurant since they first opened, and every visit has been great…read more The food is always delicious, and the staff has consistently been friendly and welcoming. However, during my most recent visit, Matthew absolutely stood out and made the evening memorable. I'm a bit of a picky eater. I love ramen, but I prefer not to eat pork meat, even though I enjoy the broth. When I explained that to Matthew, he didn't make me feel awkward or difficult at all. Instead, he completely understood and even complimented me for being someone who knows exactly what they like. That kind of response made me feel comfortable immediately. What impressed me even more was his personality and professionalism. I'm naturally introverted and usually keep conversations short, but Matthew was so friendly, knowledgeable, and genuine that he actually got me talking. He has a way of making guests feel welcome and valued without ever seeming forced or overbearing. He also did an amazing job recommending additional items. It never felt like a sales pitch. He was simply enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the menu, and his recommendations sounded so good that we happily ordered them. Everything was fantastic, and we're glad we took his suggestions. What started as a dinner outing became a full experience, and that's something that rarely happens anymore. Matthew is the kind of employee every restaurant hopes to have. If he's a manager, it shows. His customer service, communication skills, and ability to create a positive atmosphere are exceptional. Management should know they have someone truly special on their team because employees like Matthew are a huge reason customers keep coming back. Thank you, Matthew, for making a longtime customer's visit such a great one. We'll definitely be back!

YOOOOOOOOO, this is IT. Yoshi Ramen throws down and OMG I am obsessed. My cousin and I stopped in…read morefor an early lunch. Within an hour the place was pretty much at max capacity. Service throughout was fantastic. All staff members were friendly and attentive. This restaurant was designed nicely. It's similar to most ramen spots but instead of just wood seats/benches they have extremely comfortable seating. I appreciate this since I brought my baby with me and was able to feed and hold her without any issues. The ramen?! Ohhhhhhhhh mah goooodnessssss!! I could eat it everyday for every meal. I had the hakata tonkatsu ramen and it is by far the best ramen I've had in IL. The pork was juicy and flavorful. It also is torched which gave it a smoked flavor. SO YUM! The broth was creamy and the perfect amount of salty. Noodles were perfection and took to the broth very well. The soft boiled egg and the other toppings that came with it were exactly what I would have wanted in it. This is definitely a place I will be frequent at and recommend to others.

We recently stopped at Gung Ho. First timers. It's a Japanese eatery specializing in poke bowls,…read morebibimbap and ramen. You order at the counter and you either pick up your food or it will be delivered. The restaurant is very clean, has wooden booths and tables. They also have a cart with games and slso sketchbooks at each table. My husband and I started out sharing the takoyaki, which are octopus balls. My son introduced me to this dish and I am obsessed with it so I was happy to see it on the menu. They didn't disappoint. My husband had a Mongolian udon bowl and I had a poke bowl. Both of us customized our bowls and chose what we wanted in them. I like that we are able to do that. I also had a taro milk tea with tapioca pearls made with almond milk. Everything was delicious and fresh. We'll definitely be going back here again.

AS GOOD AS GOLD The…read moremagical broth at this ramen spot in Bolingbrook is 24K of richness. Gung Ho operates on the northwest corner of Boughton & Weber Rd, next to ALDI and a nail salon. Over the years, we've only had carryout/delivery so I can't comment on the dine-in experience....though I have seen a shelf with various card games on it I'd love to take advantage of. Staff are friendly and orders have always been ready on time. My wife usually gets the Shoyu ramen ($15 w/sliced seaweed, garlic oil, spinach) and I always get the miso ramen ($15), a traditional broth with choice of protein, soft boiled egg, green onion, corn, and bamboo shoots. I devoured everything except the bamboo, 'cause I'm not a panda. The pork chashu (braised pork belly) is some of the BEST I've ever had, marvelously fatty with a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. If you're feeling extra hungry (or are really into anime), you can order the Goku ramen bowl ($22) which includes chashu, shrimp, grilled chicken and fried chicken. Maybe eating it makes you go Super Saiyan?? Their ramen has 4 options for spiciness: a 'little' spice, spicy, spicy ++, or a 'spice bomb' on the side. I've ordered normal spicy and it's been perfect every time; I'm worried anything hotter would work against the delicious flavor profile of the broth, which I do not want to mess with. Gyoza (6 for $8) are tasty, especially when dipped in the garlic ginger-soy sauce. Crab Rangoon (6 for $7.50) come with a sweet peach sauce, another great choice for appetizer. If you're not feeling ramen, Gung Ho also has poke bowls ($13), Mongolian stir fry, and a teriyaki bento box ($14). My wife loves their coconut milk tea ($6), and she insists on getting one every visit. I've tried the banana milk tea and the Thai iced tea, both were tasty. You can add tapioca pearls, popping boba, or fruit jelly (lychee, mango, strawberry) at no extra charge. They also have an "avocado milk crush", whatever the heck that is. * TL;DR * Tanaka Ramen in eastern Bolingbrook was our go-to for several years, but I think Gung Ho edges them out in terms of quality. The miso ramen is an umami explosion and the milk teas are great. Prices are fair with an interior that encourages hanging out (sketch pads and board games provided). Gung Ho offers good vibes and some of the best ramen in the area, I highly recommend them!

Asian grocery store hidden and would never know it exists if you're not a local or drove near the…read moresmall strip mall. A lot closer to where I live. Has a little bit of everything. By the counter there are pastries and meats. Will have to come back and check out the produce/ vegetables selection. Was there close to close on Sunday.

The Oriental Market is for those hard to find oriental staples. Great quality rices and noodles…read more Nice selection of sauces and spices.

Have your mortgage lender on speed dial before coming here cuz you'll def need to get a second…read moremortgage to afford this place. That said. The food is totally worth it! Ambiance is really nice as well

After my 2nd time, I feel I can finally review this place. While I absolutely love the bulgogi and…read morethe loaded bulgogi fries, there was a lot that was just okay. They only offer 3 kinds of banchan when most korean restaurants fill your table with them. One of my kids really disliked the Korean ramen because the noodles were very obviously from packaged ramen. My other kid who loves bibimbap thought it was really lacking and not at all authentic. I didn't score any points by taking them here. I like the crispiness of the kimchi pancake. Most restaurants have really soggy kimchi or seafood pancakes and theirs was very crispy with nice flavor. Service is really good and the place clean. I didn't dislike it by any means. It's just not authentic at all if that's what you're seeking.