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    Wakaba

    3.9 (120 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Johanna A.

    My family and I came here after miniature golfing. I was a bit skeptical when we walked in and no one was there. At first I thought they were closed, but an older lady came by to sit us down. We were the only ones dining there (granted it was like 5pm). We had the opportunity to talk to the server and found out that the restaurant had been there for about 30 years and she has been working there for 27!! Prices are very reasonable. We ordered a bento box, the American sushi, a noodle dish and chicken teriyaki. All of our meals were delish. Glad we found this little place.

    Spicy combo with 2pc of salmon instead of scallops
    Lauren F.

    I've been eating at Wakaba/takeout for over 20 years, and it's definitely one of my favorite sushi places! Everything is delicious, but my favorite rolls are Lake Michigan, soft shell crab, and spicy tuna - but you really can't go wrong with any! I like to get the spicy combo - lots of sushi for a great price (pictured). The chicken & onion udon soup is also a favorite.

    Spicy tuna roll, shrimp tempura roll and Lake Michigan roll
    Bari S.

    Great quality sushi at affordable prices.Have been going here for 25 years! Spicy Tuna Roll

    Menu 3-16-2023
    Josey T. W.

    I used to come here for lunch and dinner when I used to work for Discover Card (Discover Financial Services) for 10 years! Just had lunch here with an ex coworker! The food was amazingly fresh and delicious! I had the Sashimi Combo, a Spicy Tuna Handroll and Salmon Skin Handroll; my friend had a California Roll and Spicy Tuna Roll! The service was quick and efficient too! Plus the interior was still very clean and cozy, just the way I remembered it! I would definitely come back again and meet up with my ex Discover colleagues here again too!

    Sashimi appetizer was very good
    Oksana K.

    Over several visits I tried their entree, sushi and sashimi. I would recommend salmon teriyaki and definitely white tuna teriyaki. The sashimi starter appetizer also left a good impression on me. Chardonnay was not bad.

    Lake Michigan, 2 ebiku rolls, unagi, spicy tuna, spicy scallop
    Natasha R.

    I've been here so many times, that a review update is in order! I absolutely love Wakaba - the sushi is always fresh and on par, I've never had a bad experience, and the service is consistently great. I usually come here for takeout, but I know the service dining in is just as great. The prices are much cheaper than most restaurants I go to and they have a good fish to rice ratio. Every time I am here, they seem to be fairly busy, which is always a good sign. It's in a great location in Deerfield, which is why it makes it so easy for me to pickup dinner anytime of the week. I will continue coming here and bringing my business to the really nice owners, who have been here for a long time already.

    Cucumber salad
    Katie M.

    This place is a total dive, but absolutely delish! My friend and I wound up stopping in here randomly after finding out that the place we wanted to grab lunch at was closed. What a pleasant surprise!! The hostess was more than gracious, attentive, and courteous, and the food presentation was on point . Rolls are small, but more than filling with a small salad or some soup. Can't wait to return.

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    Amazing service!! Food is wonderful. If you're in the neighborhood highly recommend checking it out.

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    My daughters favorite sushi spot! Her favorite is the crunchy roll low key spot. Not pricey.

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    Really nicely seasoned rice for sushi. Sashimi is good quality. Tempura dash is excellent . Excellent service.

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    Cute little restaurant with great food and friendly staff. I like the family feel of it!

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    A cute family-run restaurant with delish Japanese cuisine. This place is one of my local favorites!

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