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    Tenjin

    4.1 (536 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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

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    Curry Tonkatsu Pork $20
    Sherard C.

    After trying Tejin once, it has quickly catapulted to being my favorite Japanese restaurant in Chicago already. Simple but a memorable interior decor, it reminded me of a japanese owned and operated restaurant in LA. It seemed like reservations are smart unless you come in right when they open. We came on a Sunday at around open at 4. Open for lunch on the weekdays but only dinner service on the weekends. The menu, while diverse, does not deviate from traditional Japanese favorites in katsu, tempura, udon and sushi classics. The Takoyaki was warm and soft when you bit into it. The nigiri specials were the highest fish flown in from Japan I've had in the Chicagoland area. The tonkatsu curry pork was what stole the show for me tonight. Perfectly fried and curry tasted just like Coco in Japan. I will definitely be back very soon to try more of the menu! Tip: Happy Hour is everyday from 4 till 5:30. Some great deals on that menu from $5 Takoyaki to $7 chicken wings. Monday specials are also something I will be back for!

    Sashimi appetizer

    Great restaurant, with great service, and great food. A go to on any given day and well worth the travel. Also great for pick up to take home. Chef Buya will keep your mouth watering and have you coming back for more. An ambiance and setting that will make you feel at home.

    Chicken and beef combo teriyaki and tempura was absolutely yummy
    Zarnigor N.

    I was searching for a Bento box around me. I found this little gem near me. I read all the reviews from the yelp but truly I don't believe what people said. Basically, I risked and called this place. Very intelligent young man picked up the phone and suggested to me and was very polite, patient with me. Truly my every penny was worth it. Chicken and beef teriyaki were so tender. Shrimp tempura and veggies crispy outside tender inside. Especially with the sauce hits the spot. I offer to order something for my son, he's like nah probably boring and all the Japanese teriyaki is bland he said. Guess what? After I start eating my food he looked and said ) Mom can I try it? He put the one piece of beef teriyaki and said .. Mom I should've take your offer this food is too good How can I say no and he start searching the yelp for more photosDefinitely ℹ recommend to anyone if you like fresh quality food.

    Chicken Salmon Bento
    Moon L.

    Came here for an early dinner. Was even able to take advantage of happy hour items. Old establishment was much better. Meat quality was fine, flavor was lacking (need more sweetness in teriyaki sauce). Curry sauce needed carrots/potatoes and some meat. Service was good. Prices seemed high. I want them to succeed but not sure if the value is there. Review should be a 3.5. Will try again, want to support local business.

    EXCELLENT SAKE Tasting
    Nick M.

    Finally! Thank God!!!!!! Actual excellent nigiri, sashimi and Japanese food on the North side of Chicago. Been looking for a year. Found it tonight. Home run. Thank you!

    Agedashi Tofu
    Elaine M.

    Reservations recommended, especially for weekend evenings. Tiny, odd shaped parking lot. Tasty tempura and fresh sushi. Love their makis and donburis. Tuna steak was seared perfectly- tender and tasty! Very brightly lit, so not really for an intimate date night. A great special occa$ion restaurant for celebrations or family gatherings.

    Fried oysters
    Ritti T.

    LOVED this place. My husband and I came here on an early Thursday night and it was kind of empty but it's a weekday so kind of expected. Service was great, our waitress kept checking on us and cleared the empty plates quickly so we had room on the table for other dishes we ordered. The food was brought out so quick! It was just the right flow between our appetizers to entrees. We got: Fried oysters - it was fried so well! The sauces it came with were delicious Ika geso - fried calamari leg which was delicious!! Definitely would get this again Acuapulco Roll - for 5 pieces they were huge! I could have done without the lettuce on the inside. But definitely tasted fresh Tonkatsu curry - this was my first time trying this and wow I was amazed. The curry was so flavorful and the pork was so well cooked and crispy. Definitely coming back for more of this and to try different sushi rolls!

    Formerly Renga Tei, now under new ownership as Tenjin, our first visit after the reopening was admittedly underwhelming but the food showed enough promise that we decided to return. I'm glad we did. Now on our fourth visit, it's clear this restaurant has found its footing. Each time, we've been more impressed than the last. The flavors are consistent, thoughtful, and delicious, and the team is clearly growing in confidence. Some have criticized portion sizes, but I'd argue that's the weakest form of critique when the food itself delivers. The prices are fair, especially for the quality of ingredients, preparation, and service. We recently arrived 40 minutes before closing on a Monday night and were seated and cared for without even a hint that we were imposing. That kind of quiet hospitality speaks volumes. Expectations should be shaped by a restaurant finding its stride not by outdated comparisons.

    Chris M.

    We've passed this place 1000's of times and finally stopped in for dinner last night. It recently changed over from over from a previous, similar type restaurant but I think a lot of the same people are here. Good food and service. My wife had sushi and I tried their Sukiyaki. Very good. Ample parking. Also found a really good Japanese beer.

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    Anthony O.

    Everything about this place was fantastic! The service was amazing, the food was even better. I will definitely continue to go here for some of the best Japanese food in the city.

    Corona takeout: chirashi
    Stephanie S.

    Our favorite Japanese place in Chicago! It's an authentic Japanese restaurant owned by a old Japanese couple from Japan. We have going for years... My favorite is the tuna avocado salad. Their miso matcha dressing is homemade and to die for. Their fried oysters and fried squid legs are really good as well. My husband likes their chirashi bowl and combination A set. Make sure to go early. I think they close at 8pm.

    Agedashi tofu, kappa and kampyo maki

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    Excellent food and service. We had calamari & sushi and it was super fresh and delicious

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    Used to go here when it was Renga-Tai. The menu has had some changes but the food is still very good, the staff was nice, will go again.

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