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Where to eat Japanese food in Wilmette: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best Japanese food in Wilmette, Illinois, United States. Wilmette is a village in New Trier Township, Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is located 14 miles (23 km) north of Chicago's downtown district (4 mi or 6 km from Chicago's northern border) and had a population at the 2010 census of 27,087. Wilmette is considered a bedroom community in the North Shore region. In 2007, Wilmette was ranked as the seventh best place to raise children in the U.S., according to Business Week. In 2015, Wilmette was ranked the best place to live in Illinois based on a variety of factors including its low unemployment rate, median income, low housing vacancy rate, high education expenditures per student, low crime, and short commute times. Wilmette is home to 2 of Illinois' 17 elementary schools (Romona Elementary, St. Joseph School) to be awarded the 2017 National Blue Ribbon award.
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10. Roka Akor -- Skokie
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
Roka Akor is a premier Steak and Sushi restaurant; featuring Prime Steaks, Seafood,and local produce grilled to perfection over an open flame on a traditional, Japanese Robata Grill. Additionally, Bon Appetit Magazine recognized Roka Akor as one of the "T
Reviewed By Stephanie1453c
We were really impressed with the service and food! The steak was so tender and served cubed on a sushi platter. We loved the different play on mainstream entrees. We will be back!
9. Koya
Reviewed By maegabby
We've been coming here for several years, but for some reason it's not been listed on TripAdvisor [until now]. Reliably excellent raw fish, lovely miso soup, and decent cooked foods as well - although they really need to cut back on the sheer amount of sesame sauce they serve with the gomae. Friendly staff and management, and a quite, calm ambience contribute to a pleasant dining experience - certainly the best we've found in the area.
8. Coast Sushi & Sashimi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Michael C
If you're spoiled by the sushi in LA, NYC, San Francisco, Seattle, Coast in Evanston will not disappoint. Especially if you're on the hunt for dishes that aren't always available, like toro and uni. The portions are generous and almost fresh enough to flap on your plate.
7. 5b2f Akira Sushi
Reviewed By VulcanProbe
Ramen was beautiful and delicious. The poke bowls were also beautiful but I did not order it on this trip. Very authentic and worth the trip. Seating is limited.
6. Kamakura Japanese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Charles T
Kamakura is only one of two places where i feel confident that the sushi is extremely fresh and is generously cut. The restaurant offers a few sushi plates (the specific sushi is the chef's choiice) and also ala carte sushi. they have a delicious, slightly spicy Tako (octopus) salad. My husband usually orders Tonkatsu and it is always tender and never greasy. Same is true for the Tempura--delicious and never greasy. The restaurant itself has a very soothing atmosphere. The owner is very nice and helpful. They have one, very experienced sushi chef. I was worried when the prior sushi chef retired, but I needn't have been because this chef is excellent too. Service is prompt and polite. The restaurant attracts a lot of couples of all ages as well as families. I have been going to this restaurant since it opened and have always been delighted with the food, the service and the atmosphere.
5. Koi Fine Asian Cuisine and Lounge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 190 reviews
Offering brunch, lunch, and dinner, Koi is located in the heart of Evanston's bustling downtown area. The fine Asian restaurant and lounge brings the bold flavors of eight different regions of authentic Chinese cuisine and a wide variety fresh sushi. With
Reviewed By ocherno
Seeker of the authentic culinary experience finds a variety of world cuisine in Evanston. Unfortunately, Koi serves a version of Asian food, somewhat adapted for American clientele that is diluted on flavor, and presentation. In our particular case, the service matched the underwhelming food in being numb and uninterested in the guest experience.Iâm so sorry to hear your unfortunate dining experience at koi. I apologize for the service team not helping you making the right food order. We have been service the community for over 15 years and proud of serving authentic Chinese food and fresh sushi. I would love to invite you back as my guest, please kindly email me [email protected] Chen Owner
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4. Torino Ramen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Gmanbumpy
We were in Wilmette and thought our group of 6 would give Torino a try. We checked thier website under FAQ's before arriving to determine if there were gluten free options. One person in our party is severely intolerant. Our server while nice did not know what the options were. Another server tried to tell us that soy sauce does not have gluten. That would only be true if they used gluten free soy sauce. Soy sauce is usually made with fermented wheat.The website's answer to the GF question states; "Yes we do. Please ask our servers a few options." The only gluten free option was a bowl of white rice. I expected more. I expect the staff to know what the options are especially if the website states "ask our servers."We left the restaurant and went to a Thai place around the corner that offers gluten free soy sauce.I am sorry for what you had to experience. We do realize a need to accommodate gluten free diners and yes we now have a gluten free menu that you can ask for when you come dine. We also realize there was a need to train our servers back then. We still continue to work on our menu and better our service. I hope you can give us another chance to serve you.
3. 153 Akira Japanese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Maurfun
This is our favorite sushi place for years! It is quite small. It is family owned and the staff is friendly and efficient. The menu offers sushi plus other Japanese foods. Sushi is so creative and melt in your mouth fresh. Try their Tuna Tar Tar house specialty appetizer which is sharable.
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2. AO Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
AO Sushi specializes in fresh sushi, sashimi, and fish. We have convenient ready to go options as well as customized orders.
Reviewed By Tangobangomango
Great option for sushi, as it's cheaper here than other local places and very good. The trays are good for families or groups. They also sell fresh fish.
1. Akai Hana Japanese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By maas_johnf
This is a friendly and well-run restaurant. Prices are reasonable. I had the healthy combination that started with miso soup. The plate included a California roll, gomai (spinach, which I asked to have the sauce left off because it's a bit sweet), seafood salad with cucumbers, and ample tofu steak. My wife had the changpong, a spicy noodle dish that she found lacking.
