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    Sakae Sushi

    4.4 (90 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Open 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Sherwin C.

    Solid spot to enjoy some Japanese food in the Northwest suburbs. This spot isn't too busy and is a little hidden, so you easily drive by it without realizing it as you drive around the Milwaukee Ave area. The interior is alright, with just enough decoration to feel like a sit-in restaurant and a good amount of light coming in from the windows. The service is super fast and friendly, and you'll get served quickly on a visit here. Parking is also plentiful right outside the restaurant. For me, the food here is alright -- it's fresh though maybe not as satisfying as some other spots you could go to -- due to the seemingly healthier preparation they have on the food. That is, it's a bit lighter on sauces and unhealthy elements, instead opting for more vegetables. Depending on what you're looking for, this could be a good thing as you could probably eat here frequently and help to maintain a diet -- but if you're looking for heavily sauced sushi like what you'll find at an AYCE option, this might not be what you're looking for. Portion sizes are fairly good here and prices are fair. Overall, solid spot if you're looking for healthier Japanese food. There's just enough ambiance here -- but it's nearby a very competitive Asian food area and not exactly a standout option for flavor.

    Cheryl T.

    Came here for lunch, and we were seated right away. Being on such a busy road, it's pretty much a standalone shop. We ordered the lunch special of Poke which came with Miso, and it was fairly priced for the area - even would say on the lower end of price. Was $15 for a spicy tuna Poke bowl along with Miso soup. What was nice about the Poke bowl was that it had a lot of fresh salad greens surprisingly and not that overdone with rice. Also very flavorful and fresh and a generous portion. The miso soup was OK as well, nice to warm you up on a cold day. The food came out quickly and service was friendly and attentive. Definitely a great option to be in and out for lunch in under an hour!

    Ryan D.

    My husband and I went to Sakae Sushi with a friend on a Thursday night. We were greeted by a very friendly server. He led us to our table and brought out waters for us quickly. Sakae Sushi is a small restaurant with lots of great decor on the walls. I ordered the fish katsu while my husband ordered the salmon poke bowl. We started with miso soup, which comes with all the entrees. The salmon bowl was good but I wish that the salmon was a little more flavorful. I wanted the fish katsu because I've never had that before, The portion of fish was huge. It also came with a California roll, steamed rice, salad, and shumi. All of my food tasted fresh and was delicious. I saw the chef leave the restaurant to smoke several times. I hope that she washed her hands upon returning to the kitchen. When we left the chef was standing at her car smoking. I highly recommend Sakae Sushi!

    Spicy Chicken Yaki Udon Noodle
    Sydney H.

    Sakae Sushi was just alright to me. It seemed like a solid place to get take out sushi from, but we dined in. The inside is pretty small, but it wasn't busy when we got there & we got seated right away. I really liked the spicy tuna roll we got. It was fresh and I liked that there wasn't spicy mayo on the inside. The noodles were pretty good too & the vegetarian ramen was not good. Our server was very nice about it and took it off the bill. Besides the ramen, I liked everything else about this place!!

    Chicken Teriyaki
    Karen N.

    On a Thursday evening, we were seated immediately. There were two other parties, but there were many orders for takeout. Service was very good , he offered suggestions and allowed us to take our time to review the menu. I had the teriyaki chicken , which came with rice, salad , and 4 sushi rolls. It also came with two tater tot like fish rolls, they were very good. I was expecting the chicken to be served on top of the rice, but it was separate. Not a bug deal, but I would have liked more teriyaki sauce for the rice. The chicken was very tender and the salad was fresh and I liked the dressing. My husband had the Shumae- shrimp dumplings and Spicy Shrimp Tempura Udon. The serving of Udon was very large. He enjoyed both. My daughter had a variety of sushi rolls. They were fresh. They offered miso soup with each meal, and it was ok, but not as good as our other dishes. Definately worth trying if in the area.

    Gold Rush 1848 Sakae Signature Roll
    Lefai K.

    My son and I went here on a weeknight and we were able to get a seat easily. Sakae is located near the corner of Camp McDonald Road and Des Plaines River Road, and has a spacious parking lot. The dining area is a good size, with roughly 7 or so tables and chairs, and a TV on one wall. We ordered: Tofu Yaki Udon Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Tofu, Vegetables & Special House Sauce. Yellow tail roll -- the typical roll with yellow tail in the middle Gold Rush 1848 roll, which had Grilled Eel, Spicy Crab & Grilled White Tuna With Avocado & Gold Flake. The gold flakes really drew my son in. Alligator Roll which had Eel & Shrimp Tempura with Crunch & Avocado Tonkotsu Ramen was the traditional ramen you expect, with creamy pork Broth, Pork Belly, Onion. The pork belly on this dish was phenomenal... so tender and flavorful. Our meals came with miso soup, which was a nice touch, especially on a cold winter evening. Service was prompt, food came out fast, and the overall experience was good. BATHROOM REVIEW: Located off to the side, near the back, the men's bathroom was single-person, although there is a urinal and a toilet. I always wondered in those situations, do I lock the door? I mean, I suppose someone is free to use the urinal while I do a #2 on the toilet? Either way, all was in working order, things were fairly clean, the sink was in working order. Decent bathroom. Sit or squat? Squat.

    Salmon poke bowl... but where is the rice and salmon?
    Mike L.

    We used to frequent this spot as their sushi burrito is pretty good. Well, after today we will no longer order from here. The Salmon Poke bowl had 6 little 1/2" cubes of salmon... about 1/4 cup of rice and rest veggies. You can see after mixing the bowl... you can't even see where the rice and salmon is. Ambiance - never eaten inside. Always been carry out.

    Salmon avocado roll and spicy tuna roll
    Tiffany T.

    My friends have ordered take out before, but we decided to go eat at the restaurant this time. We ordered: - Miso Ramen - Playboy roll - OMG roll - Crunch Munch - California roll I'm not a huge fan of ramen in general, but I really liked the miso ramen! The noodles were legit and chewy, and the broth was subtle in flavor, soupy, and hot. I would order this again on a cold day! The playboy roll is spicy! The red sauce on top packs a little bit of heat, but the jalapeno on top...that'll burn your tongue and probably make your eyes water and nose run if you eat the whole roll. Everything about it was fresh, but it wasn't my favorite because the spice took away from the taste. The crunch munch is one of my favorite rolls because I love shrimp. It is simple and packs good flavor. And the California roll is a California roll haha. It was good, but didn't have unique flavors like the other rolls. Onto the service and atmosphere! The customer service was great, even though we did wait a bit before we got to order. There was only one waiter and she was busy looking after the rest of the 5-7 tables. She was super friendly! The atmosphere was very welcoming, cute, and clean too. Even though the restaurant is kind of small at first glance, it's actually perfect inside. Overall, I enjoyed everything and I would come back to try more ramen and other rolls. :)

    YAYA Sakae Signature Roll Playboy Sakae Signature Roll Playgirl Sakae Signature Roll Crunch Munch Sakae Signature Roll

    great service. very attentive. miso soup was great as a starter and its free. the sushi is always great. quiet, clean and small which is perfect for catching up with friends or a date night

    Chicken Teriyaki

    Tempura mix bento and fish katsu bento boxes are delicious. Chicken teriyaki is tough and Overcooked/grilled. Same w the salmon teriyaki unfortunately.

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    Cindy P.

    OMG all the food is so delicious The waiter is so friendly and handsome And the owner is a good cook and kind I will visit you again soon

    Tempura
    Mike C.

    Great food and wonderful service. Will be back for sure! We enjoyed the experience of the OMG with the Flaming Bacardi.

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    The sushi was fantastic and fresh. The service was very good and ambiance was very cozy.

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    Delicious food and great service ! We ordered a bento box and a couple of rolls of sushi.

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    Decent sushi, Somewhat over priced, no lunch specials. Cozy place, plenty of parking.

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    Incredibly fresh ingredients used. Hot sake was amazing. Great service. All around a 5-star rating.

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    Incredible service and dining options. Great aesthetic. Strongly recommend their teriyaki salmon bento box.

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    3 years ago

    Happy we found this gem~! Tried the spicy tonkatsu ramen and it was Delicious!!! Cant wait to go back.

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    Great sushi as expected but surprise part is the awesome lunch menu and surprise again with the super tasty Ramen perfect for a cold day!

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    I'm absolutely obsessed with this place. The quality is great, and the price is very affordable. Highly recommend!

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    Best sushi in the area...enjoy eating there but there take out is packaged well and just as good, love it!

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    This is some of the best sushi I've had anywhere, including in Japan. Perfectly cooked and…read moreseasoned rice, fish that's been carefully chosen and prepared, and a menu that reflects tradition but also elevates it beyond the mundane. They've put the same level of attention and care into their selection of sakes. Service was warm and friendly, but never pushy or bothersome. They sent me a free dessert when they overheard my wife mention it was my birthday, it was a complete surprise. They also very thoughtfully asked if I'd like them to sing (I did not). That kind of thoughtful service reflects the comfortable, laid back atmosphere they've maintained, a welcome change over many high end sushi establishments that can be too stuffy. If you love sushi, you owe it to yourself to visit Kaido.

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    Bar area. Very cosy!
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    3.8
    (282 reviews)
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    4.0
    (143 reviews)
    4.8 mi
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    When I tell you this was a great spot , please believe it . The freshest tasting sushi I've had in…read morea while. The combination of the rice and fresh seafood is on point. The service is amazing and attentive. The ambiance is a whole other story. Think of this as a romantic dinner or even a great chill environment that truly helps you enjoy the food.

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    Interior is very cute
    Interior is very cute
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    4.4
    (204 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$

    I will say I have been to this restaurant many times in the past and the food and service was…read moregreat. I went back a couple days ago and everything has changed. The menu is much less, the food portions are less, and the container the food comes in is plastic and made for to go orders even though we dined in. The service was also not very friendly and when our waitress brought our food, she didn't even smile or say anything. She just plopped down the food and walked off. This used to be my favorite restaurant but I don't think I'm coming back.

    This has been on my list for awhile and one day I decided to try. It's located in a strip mall with…read morelots of parking. When you go inside, they have a sufficient amount of tables to sit at, but it wasn't very busy on a Saturday night. You order at the register and he brings it out to you. You'll have to be patient, they don't have a lot of staff. We ordered tako karaage (fried octopus), croquettes, Taiwan style tonkotsu ramen with 2 pieces of chashu, and the deluxe bento with butashoga (ginger pork). I had a bite of the pork and it was delicious. Ginger was not overpowering. Tender meat. Prices were very affordable and cheap. Service was great and he brought out our food hot and freshly made. I would definitely come back and try other items. -tako karaage 5 - it had a nice little chew and was not overly fried. Great taste. -croquettes 5 - I loved these. When you bite into them, they're soft. Flavorful, savory filling inside. I should have gotten more of these. -Taiwan style tonkotsu ramen 5 - noodles were chewy. Bountiful amount of ground pork. The two chashu pieces were tender and easy to break apart. Broth was not heavy, it was just right.

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    Spicy Stamina Ramen with Chashu and egg
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    Interior
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