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    Sea Ranch

    4.0 (410 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    SEA RANCH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Anthony M.

    Great place if you're looking for an authentic Japanese food. I ordered the udon tempura set. The set comes with 6 piece California roll and a one shrimp tempura . The broth is very tasty doesn't seem like they use a lot of msg. Not bad $11. I also got a drink Calpico it's a Japanese citrusy flavor drink. They also make fresh roll and sashimi when you order. They have sushi chefs that makes sushi right in front of you. They have pre- made rolls you can pick from. With all the different food drink and snacks. It almost feels like a mini Japanese super market. You go up and order they give you a number and you find a seat. I would say they have 14 tables of two. Sea ranch gives you the Japan feel. So not the biggest place but it works. It's street parking you have to pay for. Unless you park 2 blocks down in the neighborhood then it's free. Great place highly recommended!

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    Jenny T.

    Food: The sashimi combo and seaweed salad were delicious! No complaints at all. Seaweed salad was super fresh, and so was the sushi/sashimi as well. So worth the value for the price! Service: Sushi was so fast! We came at like 5:30 on a weekday, so it wasn't super busy. The cashier was also friendly. Ambiance: I love it, it's like a mini Japanese style mart. Really clean as well, and a lot of yummy Asian things to buy.

    Spicy Tornado Roll, Salmon Roll, Plain Udon Set

    i absolutely love sea ranch! it's been my go-to for the past few years in evanston, especially when i'm craving sushi or japanese food in general. the food is always delicious (the spicy tornado roll is my favorite) and i love trying the rotating specials they have! my friends and i always default to meeting up here because we love their food and the casual atmosphere. the staff are always very polite and friendly, and ive never felt rushed at a table. a couple times i've ordered curbside pick up or had my order delivered to me in pour, which is also very convenient. if you buy sashimi grade fish, they also offer to cut it up for you, which is really nice! the selection of grocery items like rice, seasonings, snacks, instant ramen, and ice cream, as well as the cute stationery they sell, is another plus. the nearest asian grocery store to my knowledge is hmart in niles, about a 20-30 min drive, so being able to get smaller items at sea ranch in a pinch can save me a trip to hmart. the one thing i will say is that the take out containers are a lot of plastic, though the ones for soup and noodles are reusable. really minor though since i guess with sushi, a paper container doesn't work as well because the rice sticks. all in all, i love this place, and if i could give them more than 5 stars i absolutely would!!

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    Elaine M.

    Very fresh fish! Excellent sushi rolls and donburi! Complimentary hot tea. No fishy smell when you walk in. Service was prompt and tables turn over quickly even when the place is packed. Street parking wasn't bad.

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    Leslie A.

    Visited here on a whim Saturday Evening and did a take out order as there was no dining allowed during this time of Covid. I did do the order over the phone ahead of time which was great. By the time we got there there was a line of pick ups and people coming into order. Street parking here is always challenging however it is free on certain holidays Sundays and after a certain time in the evening. The place is small Homie and quaint but the food is very direct and no nonsense. The sushi is pretty simple no nonsense which I appreciate completely. I would consider this a go to for some basics and Staples but definitely not a place if you're looking for something fancy. The price point is fair as well and the portions are decent. I would definitely come back to fulfill a craving and get some good staples.

    $14 Dragon Roll $16 chirashi  $6.25 tempura roll

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    This place provides authentic Japanese food with modest prices. Nice and friendly atmosphere!

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    I got food poisoning from your Salmon Donburi last Friday. Today's Tuesday 3:30 AM and I am still dealing with the consequences.

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    Best sushi - high quality and fresh! Pick up service is excellent w efficient ambiance. Go try, don't miss!

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    my favorite place ever since i was a kid! amazing sushi and great prices! you can buy premade stuff or order from the menu

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    Affordable and fresh sushi! Had heard of the location from others in Evanston and am glad to have stopped by!

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