Food 4.5/5 Sushi rice 4.5/5…read moreService 5/5 Fish is very fresh Sushi rice is cooked very well and seasoned right Most importantly, it's consistent Been here 2 times in a few months and both times were good Authentic Japanese restaurant If you want saucy roll, you won't find any Only downside, they are a little far from my house or I'll 100% go more often

Updating my review for Tenjin (formerly Renga-Tei Japanese)…read more Feb. 2026 While hubs and I don't venture toward the city much, when we do we always tried to make a point to eat at Renga-Tei. We know the owners retired and sold their restaurant with recipes & techniques, but hadn't been in the area to dine under the new ownership. I feel like we cheated ourselves of an excellent dining experience! Few recent reviews mentioned the rise in menu prices, but honestly every restaurant has risen in price. The high quality of freshness and the good service we received matched the pricing. Hubs & I were in the city and decided to visit Tenjin. Already knowing the standards and quality of the previous owners, we hoped our dining experience would be similar and we were NOT disappointed! I called and easily made a reservation for 6:15 for the 2 of us on a Thursday evening. I immediately got a text confirmation of my reservation. As with typical Chicago traffic our timing had to be changed and there was no issue with modifying our reservation. I received another text confirmation with the new time. Stepping into Tenjin we were quickly greeted by the sushi chefs and other staff members. There was a party of 2 ahead of us and they were quickly seated. We were checked in next with our reservation and led to a spacious table toward the back. Our server quickly took our drink order (green tea) and gave us time to look over our menu. They had a special feature of the day, but we opted for something hubs and I both enjoyed - the Bento Box! We ordered edamame and goma-ae to start. The edamame was steamed to perfection, just tender enough without being mushy. The goma-ae portion was so generous! Hubby went for a double steak dinner combo A (no chicken) and I chose the steak and teriyaki salmon dinner combo B. We also had the appetizer sashimi and chef nigiri assortment. The sashimi and nigiri assortment was so fresh and generous, each bite was truly savored. The kampachi was my favorite, buttery and tender. The chef was incredibly kind to us because our assortments really were assortments - we didn't have duplicates between the sashimi and nigiri which was greatly appreciated. The dinner combinations were just as delicious, plenty of food to satisfy any hungry appetite. Each combo came with shrimp and vegetable tempura which was delicately battered and fried. The steaks and salmon cooked perfect without being dry or chewy. It also came with miso soup and salad. This was one dinner where our eyes were bigger than our stomachs, but that didn't stop us from savoring every single bite! There was plenty to eat and we had leftovers for the next day (which was just as delicious)! I wish we didn't fill ourselves up so much because I would have loved to see what was available for dessert. I guess this means we'll have to return again :) Our server was so kind. She gave us time to look over our menu, asked if we had any questions, kept our glasses refilled and our tea warm. Every server we saw that even was upbeat and so friendly to all the tables. They all seemed to pitch in to help one another. We left with extra full bellies, smiles on our faces, and warm wishes for a good night ringing in our ears. If you have been wondering if the food is the same or if the service has changed, don't think twice and make your reservation!

My husband and I stopped in here randomly to have a quick bite for lunch. The restaurant was busy,…read morebut not crowded which was nice! We opted to get some gyoza and a flamer maki since my husband does not like raw sushi. Both were good, and we will not hesitate to stop in again for a quick lunch.

My kids and I came here on a Thursday for an early dinner. The place was empty at 5pm but there was…read morea steady flow of dinner customers coming in. We were greeted and seated right away by the friendly host. The ordering is done on a tablet for each table. It was pretty straightforward and easy. Our food came at reasonable wait times. We ordered: DRAGON ROLL: this was just ok, it could have tasted more fresh and I was expecting bigger rolls as how I've had the same kind from other places. TONKOTSU SPICY SHOYU- my daughter added an egg to this dish. This was delicious. TOKYO TONKOTSU RAMEN- I loved the flavors of this "garlic lover" ramen. Overall, we had a good experience here. Parking was very easy, the place was neat and clean, and the service was prompt. 'Til next time!

I ordered lunch menu today.. it was so mouth watering specially Korean lamb chops. Also had salmon…read moreteriyaki and vegetable tempura. Lunch menu comes with rice, salad and dumplings.

Overall ok experience. As a first timer, asked for recommendations. Ordered everything the staff…read morerecommended. We were seated next to a couple at the edge but there were plenty of open tables. Should have asked for different seating but didn't want to be that person during the holidays. The best food item was New York strip- very tender and truffle aioli sauce was perfectly pairing. Chicken teriyaki was ok. Was tender but bit gamey. Crispy Rice, Spicy Tuna, Shiso Tempura Leaf was very crispy and mild flavor so not overpowering but more of texture appeal than flavor. Grilled vegetable roll was flavorful and filling.

Kura is a fun and unique experience, especially if it's your first time at a revolving sushi…read morerestaurant. You can grab as much sushi as you want as it passes by, but keep in mind you're charged per plate--and the cost adds up quickly if you come in really hungry. The sushi itself is okay; not bad, but not quite worth the price point in my opinion. Service was a bit lacking. You really have to be patient, particularly when it comes to checkout--it took us about 45 minutes just to close out. That definitely put a damper on the experience. Overall, it's a cool concept and worth trying once for the novelty, but for us it's more of a one-and-done spot rather than a regular go-to. One standout feature was that this was my first time dining at a restaurant with a self-driving robot that delivers specific drinks and items directly to your table. It's really cool and definitely helps Kura stand out. Because of that, you'd expect more server presence for everything else you might need--but unfortunately, that wasn't the case. The layout and path of the restaurant are really well designed, and the overall ambience is great. I came with my duvet loved the atmosphere, which made the experience feel fun and memorable despite the service gaps. Overall, the technology and vibe are impressive, but the lack of consistent human support takes away from what could've been a much smoother experience.

This is the second Kura sushi I've dined in. I would recommend this place if you are in the area…read moreand in a pinch for lunch because its not as busy as other locations. It still has the same quality food and very friendly staff service.

I came here thinking Zara was right around the corner... only to realize it moved to the other side…read moreof Westfield Old Orchard a while ago lol. It was freezing, so I pivoted and ended up at Umaka Ramen -- honestly, not mad about it. Since I'm currently on a cut, I skipped ramen (painful, I know ) and went with the chicken teriyaki entrée with sauce on the side. It came out on a sizzling plate which made it feel extra legit, and the salad was actually beautifully plated...not just a throwaway side. That said... for $24, I still kinda feel like they should've just included the miso soup instead of charging extra. BUT -- the miso soup? They did NOT skimp. Loaded with tofu and seaweed, super comforting, and honestly one of the better ones I've had. Service and ambiance were both great...clean, cozy, and a nice escape from the cold mall chaos. Overall, a-ok in my book Not mind-blowing for the price, but solid, satisfying, and they gave me exactly what I ordered.

I met up with my son here for dinner since he was craving for ramen…read more We tried the Umaka Roll, Tonkotsu Ramen, Crab Rangoon, and Unagi Don. Everything is good, nothing special. My son had the Banana Chocolate Smoothie, he said it's good. The service is friendly and prompt. The place is clean, and I think that it is a good addition to the restaurant choices at Old Orchard Mall. I hope you'll stay strong!

Getting close to living in the area for 30 years and had not been back to Kuni's until recently…read more Just had forgotten (unless things really changed) how cozy having a place this close to home is. Good wide menu with items that you don't find at your mainstream japanese restaurant. More like old school Chicago Japanese. (Thinking a blend here of old Ginza and maybe some parts Sunshine.) Maybe only with the departure of those favorites we appreciate more what has stayed on. Appetizer selection is long enough to just get small plates to share. Notables: - ebi snijo (homemade shrimp ball) - hamachi jaw (if you haven't had it) - hirame no cha soba age (fried green tea noodles and whitefish rolled with seaweed) - evokes the old Ginza restaurant for me - octopus sunomono Even after three recent visits without repeat apps, there are still more we haven't had elsewhere to try. Part of the reason for that is - we get entrees too. We've been happy with: - chirashi (curious how the sashimi D differs) - Salmon Bento (D) - so many different things fun to share! - Kuni's Special - gomaee and mixed seafood sunomono, then our choice of sashimi followed by saba - nabe yaki udon is reasonable here at $13 with two tempura shrimp Know there's lots of reviews here, but as long as there is room on weekends for us we're happy to share!

08/04/25 - Kuni's Japanese Restaurant since 1986 located @ 511 Main Street in Evanston, IL. What a…read morebeautiful little traditional Japanese restaurant in Evanston. I love this place it has such a cool vibe w/authentic japanese decor. I ordered the bento box that came w/miso soup, salad, broiled chicken teriyaki, tempura w/2 pieces of shrimp, sweet potato, pepper, 1/2 California roll, 1 piece on Inari sushi, a couple of pieces of gyoza, 1 piece of kamaboko, tofu & spinach. This was a very enjoyable bento w/a nice variety of Japanese cuisine. The ambiance is very nice the food is good & it won't kill the bank

Everything was amazing, here on vacation and was not disappointed, actually amazed with food…read morepresentation and service! I went there yesterday and would go again today. Thank you

Wanted to try a new spot close to home with my boyfriend. The ambiance was really nice, and all of…read morethe servers were friendly and welcoming. We ordered an Espresso Martini, Diet Coke, Shoyu ramen, and the Black Dragon roll to share. Unfortunately, the food and drinks didn't quite live up to the atmosphere. The espresso martini was pretty bland and lacked that bold coffee flavor you'd expect. The shoyu ramen was extremely salty--my boyfriend usually enjoys saltier dishes, but even he couldn't get through it. It almost tasted like a heavily seasoned braised pork broth that had been diluted into a ramen base. The Black Dragon roll also felt a bit overwhelming, with too many competing flavors, and it came across more sour than balanced. Overall, great service and ambiance, but the food could use some improvement.

Came back with another couple to celebrate our March birthdays and the food and drinks were great…read moreas always. The only downside this time is my friend ordered a Prosecco that had obviously been open for a while and our server was a little to quick to want to take plates off the table, which is a little annoying when you're having a nice dinner and conversation. It was all decorated for Easter and looked really cute inside. Ate all the food before I even thought about photos. The gyoza was amazing!

Have you ever returned to a restaurant and been disappointed your visit didn't match past…read moreexperiences? If you answered yes, then me too, I've been there, and it happened at Kyoto Garden. On our last visit, I was disappointed that my favorite sake okawa sushi roll is no longer on the menu. It had salmon and slivered red onion on top. Guess it can't be my last meal on earth after all! My lychee martini wasn't quite as smooth and balanced as in the past, but it is still $12 for now! For dessert, we tried a couple flavors of mochi (mango and chocolate), which were as expected. The tiramisu came from the freezer, but it was a bummer that some of it was still frozen when served. Service was hit or miss and not as attentive as on past visits.

Randomly stopped by here on a weekday early evening, late lunchtime frame. It is in a strip mall…read morearea with other stores and has lots of shared parking. Disclaimer I forgot to take a picture of what I ordered, which was the chicken teriyaki bento box I forgot because I was so hungry and everything was so freshly cooked and hot that I just dived right in. That bento box had edamame a spring roll gyoza and the rice covered in furikake plus the chicken teriyaki and seaweed salad and more. I also ordered the lychee jasmine tea, which was cold and absolutely delicious and it was not a cup of diabetes, thank goodness We also ordered a Tonkatsu bowl, which was very generous, freshly cooked and super tasty. Both orders came with a miso soup, which was also piping hot and tasty. The set up is definitely a little bit more fast food because you can order to counter and then get your food on a tray and sit down or you can order it from a kiosk as well. They also do takeout orders. The best part about this place besides the food and the ambience are just so cute and modern and clean is the staff and the manager. People really do make the difference and people really do enhance an experience and an overall lasting and first impression. I would absolutely come back here. It is super conveniently located. Great pricing with very generous portions. The owners are Japanese and everything here is super authentic.

The food was amazing. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the weather and the company. Really…read moreenjoyed the kimchi added to my bowl.

Great food and great service! The bowl with tempura shrimp and crab salad was a highlightread more

New favorite for sushi in area! Great service and ambiance…read more Can't wait for patio season