Great abundance of choices all options are delicious and not rushed. 5 star service Affordable pricing The building itself is a vibe. read more

The quality of service is great and the staff is very friendly. The food came out pretty quick, but it was disappointing. We started with gyoza and rock shrimp tempura. The tempura was amazing! But the gyoza was okay, and I would not get again. The rolls we got the rainbow roll, spider roll, and negi hamachi. The crab in the spider roll was too dry, almost like it was too fried. The other rolls were okay, nothing to write home about. Overall, I probably wouldn't come back here again, only because there are so much better places for sushi in the city. read more

Kamehachi - Pork Gyoza and Rock Shrimp Tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We were planning on going to a whole different restaurant but saw these rolls and had to go in. It did not disappoint! Our server Bo was so friendly and accommodated. She recommended the spicy tuna crispy rice special and WOW was it great! We also got tempura green beans as an app, also delicious. For rolls we got the Mayflower which was amazing and the Summer roll which was very fresh! Their outdoor area was perfect for this gorgeous Sunday afternoon! We WILL be coming back, I have no idea how this place has never been on my radar! read more

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This is a cute spot. Food is decent, and they have comedy shows occasionally during the month. It's a large space. Drinks were only okay but this is a nice vibe for a date night or night out with friends. read more

Kamehachi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pleasant dining experience at Kamehachi, starting with the Tokyo 75 a light and refreshing cocktail which I highly recommend for French 75 fans. Cocktails were accompanied by a plentiful portion of steamed edamame helped bring some salty balance to the table. After hearing our server's recommendations, we indulged in the summer specials. The overwhelming fan favorite was the spicy tuna crispy rice with an honorable mention for the passion maki, which was actually far more spicy than the crispy rice. I was content with portions and was full after the meal. This is a nice spot for a dinner with a few friends or a date, but be mindful if you have a short attention span - some of the tables are close to each other so you may be inclined to eavesdrop. Great menu for sharing, but I wish there was a bit more variety in the types of rolls offered. read more

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We went to the Asian take out comedy show and it was held here at kamehachi. It was on the 2 floor of the place and they offered a special menu for comedy show attendees. The food was thoroughly disappointing. All came in take out containers and overpriced terrible food that i preferred to have Whole Foods take out sushi. Not sure why the regular menu that kamehachi has was not offered. The drinks were good though! read more

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I have to say I really enjoyed this restaurant. We walked here from our hotel and there was a really cute ambience and very cute walk there. The restaurant was bigger than I thought and they were able to see us right away. We had five in our party, including a baby and our waitress was very kind. All of the weight staff were to make sure that we were good and our table was cleared. We started with the shrimp shoe mine, which was great and the tempura vegetables which were also good and not fried too hard or too greasy. I had the mayflower roll, which I highly recommend to order. The people at my party also enjoyed their sushi and we will definitely be back the next time we come to Chicago. read more

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While on a business trip I walked here for dinner. Very cute neighborhood with a lot of nice shops. They had indoor and patio dining. I sat inside. I had the Ebi Shumai and Mayflower sushi. it was delicious - I was hesitant because of the raw tuna but I thoroughly enjoyed my appetizer and sushi. The service was great! Ask for Ishi - she was such an amazing waitress, she was friendly, personable and offered recommendations when I wasn't sure about what to order. This is a great dining spot with a bar and tv's to watch sports. Go check them out when you are in Chicago. read more

Kamehachi - Ebi Shumai - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A very delightful atmosphere greets you upon entry. A tasteful Japanese decor lends to the extremely tasty and fresh sushi. The service was outstanding and our sake was consistently poured. We did a blend of nigiri, sashimi, and rolls; I recommend the pre arranged combo deals. We went before a comedy show at zanies and the proximity could not have been better (just across the street). Highly recommend all around. read more

Very yummy food but nothing special for the price. The service was alright but she lost our order so it took forever and then got it wrong. The place is very cool with a great bar and outdoor space. Would try out their happy hour read more

Kamehachi - Nabeyaki Udon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great server (she was nice !) , great food, great vibe.Coming from out of town, this is a place l will return to next time ! read more

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This place is great! I can't believe I walked by this restaurant all the time and never went in. I went for restaurant week and loved all four courses from the edamame appetizer to yuzu cheesecake for dessert. The restaurant was much larger than it looks from the outside. Staff was wonderful service was quick but not rushed. Will definitely be bringing more people back! read more

Super friendly attentive service. They accommodated our request to sit in the back since our group was a few families with kids. The checked on us time to time as well put multiple orders. The Chicago crazy roll and the crispy tuna roll was good. honestly, everything else as pretty decent too. The miso black cod was tender. Kids seemed to like the chicken skewers, dumplings, and edamame. There was a noodle dish loaded with some veggies and protein which seemed okay for the kids. However, I think it would be preferable if they had an option for ramen. read more

It was solid, not great, the rolls were uninspiring, but tasted fine Again, it was not bad at all, but I did have higher expectations, especially for a place that is in such a popular area read more

Best sushi ever. Excellent servers bartenders hosts in a warm friendly environment. Chef is awesome

I ordered some rolls for a lunch out by the lake on a warm day, which I highly recommend! I was not notified when it was ready for pickup, but it was on the table when we walked in. All the sushi was packed together nicely in a single box which made it easy to share. I highly recommend spicy tuna and spicy salmon rolls if you like fresh fish. Both the rolls were not too spicy for my taste but had great textures and flavors. I wasn't a huge fan of the tempura rolls because they had a weird county fair old fried taste. read more

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I love the atmosphere here, and the food is also very good. They have a great selection of sushi, other Japanese food, and drinks. Service has always been very fast and friendly each time I've gone. Definitely a good place for a meal if you're craving Japanese food. read more

I came here on a weekday for their happy hour. You can't beat $5 for a plate and the drinks were great. The bartender was nice and helpful. I loved the takoyaki, gyoza, spicy tuna roll, seaweed salad and fried green beans. The bar can get crowded so get here early. The highball drinks were refreshing on a hot day. read more

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The food used to be great. The few times we went there were sub par. This used to be our staple for sushi, but the quality has gone down from what it used to be. read more

Literal best late night show I've ever experienced! The workers in the show Tyler and Brandon were the best can't wait to go back. It was funny and interactive o don't think I've ever gone to such a fun event! The food was also very good and very reasonably priced for the neighborhood. Will 100% be back with more people read more

Overall I think it's ok. My friend got sweet potato and tempura sushi. She said her sushi lacked flavor and the sweet potatoes were not roasted. I got the Tempura udon it was good but I've definitely had better. The broth was over saturated with soy sauce. The vegetables looked beautiful and were almost perfectly cooked. The shrimp were a little fishy as well. The price was great the Tempura Udon was $18. My total seemed like they already added tax and tip but they didn't bring a paper receipt, it was on a handheld device, so I'm not sure. I believe it was almost $23 which was definitely more than tax but I planned on tipping $5 anyway because I only got one thing so I just tipped extra. NIU Japanese Fusion Lounge on Illinois street has way better Tempura Udon and their sushi roll "The Sexy Mexican" is my favorite! They do need to work on their desserts sadly. This place was decent I know I made it sound a little bad but it's not it's decent for an American take. I just eat Japanese food a lot and I've been to Japan so in comparison it's mid. read more

Stopped in for a quick sushi lunch on a Saturday afternoon. My friend and I sat at the bar and were immediately greeted by the bartender and a server. I ordered a maki combo which came with miso soup. The space is huge inside and had a sushi station where you can dine and watch your chefs make sushi! I thought the prices were extremely reasonable for what you got and I'd definitely go back! read more

Great sushi restaurant, a long-time Old Town staple. Not cheap, but worth the price. read more

Kamehachi is one of my favorite sushi spots. The menu is amazing and all the food is so fresh. The rock shrimp tempura is the best I've ever tried and the dragon roll is to die for. Every dish is amazing, I love coming here with a big group of friends as there are so many options. The restaurant itself is super cute and casual. Service is amazing. read more

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Sigh. There's an old saying that you can't go home... Have been to Kamehachi for years in several of its locations in old town, Streeterville, and even Northbrook. 25+ years later, we returned with our sons for a pre-Second City dinner. The good news: the room -- perhaps it's fourth or fifth iteration in Old Town -- is still super cool, sleek, and hip. There appears to be an upstairs and there was ample outdoor seating as well. Bar looked fun and well attended. Server was fabulous as well. Attentive. But the kitchen let him down... The bad news: food service was unbearably slow, portions kind of meager for the price point, and an old favorite (wasabi shumai) gone from the otherwise pretty solid menu. Apps were lovely -- a seaweed salad, gomma-ae, and tempura vegetables. Premium maki were 4-5 pieces; regular maki were six. Nigiri was solid. I have no issue with paying up for good sushi -- which Kamehachi always had been -- however the combination of their shrinkflation (smaller portions at equivalent pricing) and the interminably slow kitchen left us with a bad taste. Looked as though there were only four sushi chefs working in a crowded space; perhaps a capacity problem? There are myriad great sushi restaurants in the city. Sad to see one of the originals disappoint like this. read more

Old Town Location - Take Out / Delivery Issues I suggest avoiding take out or delivery as they constantly get the orders wrong. Whoever packs the orders screws them up 50% of the time and quite frankly I'm tired of calling and complaining. Suggest you order elsewhere. Dining in is fine although the restaurant could use a good cleaning! TGAG read more

This place was pretty bumping on a Friday night around 7pm. Our server kept disappearing for long stretches but other teammates tagged in to clear our plates and take our drink orders which was a nice surprise. A little pricey but definitely tasty and typical of the area. Perfect for grabbing a casual sushi date night before heading for some comedy across the street. read more

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Okay sushi; annoying service. I was dining by myself tonight and when I do, I realize you're not the priority. Loud big groups get the attention, I get it. So I look for places that are welcoming, quiet, and that I can hideout with drawing attention to myself. This looked like a good place. The main server was good and didn't completely forget about me, which is all I can ask. What bugged me was the moment I put my last piece of sushi in my mouth, others rushed over to take my plate and hustle me out. Fuck let me fucking chew what's in my mouth before you make me answer and get out. I don't smell bad, I don't look bad, I'm at the end of the bar bothering nobody. There is nobody waiting. Can't I eat the last piece in peace before you kick me out?! Sushi was okay. Too many rolls had spicy mayo for my taste. If it was down to the sushi, I might come back. Combined with how I was hustled out, no way I'd come back, even with a group read more

service. manager is extremely rude and did not help us when we had concerns. we were going there like every other week for years but something changed. the sushi chefs are great, but the whole place is deteriorating read more

if you're looking for a casual-yet-elevated sushi spot, this is the place!! my favorite thing was definitely the uni shooter - the uni was so fresh and the cucumber, (ponzu?) sauce + shiso combo with it was perfect. the rolls and tonkatsu were solid too. what we ordered: - chicago crazy roll (tuna, salmon AND yellowtail!!) - spicy scallop deluxe - uni shooters - chicken yakitori - tonkatsu read more

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We wanted to give this five stars and just couldn't bring ourselves to do it after the host was so dismissive and unwelcoming. We almost left right after that interaction but we had our hearts set on sushi. Aside from the cold entrance, the ambiance of the restaurant was fun and joyful. The fish might be the freshest we've had in Chicago and the food came out quick. We ordered the pork gyoza and 6 rolls, everything was delicious. The pricing was also reasonable and our server was courteous and knowledgeable about the menu. We didn't have any drinks but the cocktails at the other tables looked great. read more

Great location on Wells and nice ambiance! We celebrated a birthday and they brought out a very nice dessert. The menu was big and the food was good! read more

Kamehachi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love the noodle bowls! Staff was funny and very nice! Will be back!! The black cod sounds delicious!

Service and staff were amazing. I'd like to see better deals personally. I just know of competitors that have better happy hours. But the food was good and I enjoyed myself. Thank you. read more

This might be my favorite sushi in Chicago! Great location, great service, really reasonable prices. Love the vibe inside too!

In the city on a Monday evening. We decided on Sushi and decided on Kamehachi. I heard the food and drinks here are very good. We had a party of 4. We were seated right away. It was very quiet which was great for a Monday late night dinner with kids. Once we ordered the drinks came to our table right away. Did not disappoint. Appetizers right after with our main course in the end. Everything was perfect and on time. Very fresh with a great presentation. Definitely on my list if I'm in this area and I'm craving sushi. read more

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Edamame was very salty and not spicy. The tales of wasabi and negi hamachi were not very good. Service was fast and good. Wouldn't come in again read more

Kamehachi - Negi Hamachi Maki and Tales of Wasabi Maki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We walked in on a busy Friday night around 8 o'clock and only had to wait a few minutes before my boyfriend and I got seated. The service was a little slow only in the beginning, but we didn't mind since we didn't have a reservation. - We could tell they were busy. When our server took our drink orders I just HAD to try the High Saki Flight. I enjoyed all three of them! Food wise we ordered: - Spicy Edamame - Wow, fantastic! Definitely don't skimp out on these. So much flavor! - Gyoza - Perfectly cooke!! - Yaki Soba (pan fried noodles) - I added beef and it was delicious! - Chibi Sashimi - Even though I knew it wouldn't be the best fish because of the pricing and it being an appetizer, I was still a little disappointed. I've had better... - Blazing Red Dragon - My boyfriend ordered this and he wasn't a fan...I personally thought it was good. It definitely wasn't a wow factor but I enjoyed it. read more

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When I think of Chicago, I don't think of sushi so I feel like there's no reason to be overly harsh on this place. It's neither overwhelming good or bad. The servers are always nice/polite. The atmosphere is moody/dark. Perfect for a date night or night out with friends. The drinks are alright -- there's not a lot I find myself wanting to drink on the menu as I'm typically a fruity cocktail girl. read more

Kamehachi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for lunch on a Friday since they have lunch specials. Walked right in and there was hardly anyone in the restaurant. I ordered the Nabeyaki Udon. I was disappointed with the lack of flavor but extreme taste of salt. The side of veggie tempura came with sweet potato, onion, broccoli, and a few other fried veggies. They were SO oily and I ended up not feeling well for the rest of the day from them. Given these two items and my experience at this restaurant, I don't feel a need to ever return here. read more